- June 21, 2025
Attneding the PWFC Tea Party from left: Tracie Cotto, Stephanie Ellis, Kelly Chapman, Dr. Erika Equizi, Vanessa Cole, Amy Dumas and Erica Flores. Courtesy photo
Palm Coast Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri (center) read the proclamation for Professional Women's Day in Palm Coast. Courtesy photo
Kay Click, a 2024 Go Girl Grant winner, was one of the speakers at the PWFC Tea Party. Courtesy photo
Palm Coast Acting City Manager Lauren Johnston was the guest speaker. Courtesy photo
Amy Dumas, PWFC director of membership; Stephanie Ellis, director of marketing; Tracie Cotto, treasurer; Dr. Erika Equizi, vice president; Diane Vidal, past president; Vanessa Cole, president; Kelly Chapman, secretary; Lisa Byer, director of events. Courtesy photo
Place setting at the Professional Women of Flagler County's second annual Tea Party. Courtesy photo
The Professional Women of Flagler County celebrated its fifth anniversary with its second annual Tea Party on May 13 at the Conservatory at Hammock Beach in Palm Coast.
"We are thrilled to share that Professional Women of Flagler County celebrated a major milestone — five incredible years in business — with our second annual Tea Party," PWFC President Vanessa Cole said. "Thanks to our wonderful community, this was a sold-out event filled with celebration, inspiration and purpose. This Tea Party is one of our most enjoyable fundraisers of the year."
Cole said the event raised over $5,000 for the PWFC's signature initiative, the Go Girl Grant, a community program that helps women in Flagler County expand their reach. Last year the PWFC helped 18 women with $30,000 in grants. The grants can be used for seminars, marketing, education, finance or technology, Cole said.
"This grant is designed to provide support and resources to local women pursuing education, training or career advancement," she said.
Two of the 2024 Go Girl Grant recipients — Kay Click, owner of Furniture Facelifts & More; and Erica Flores, executive director of Vincent's Clubhouse — spoke at the Tea Party.
Palm Coast Acting City Manager Lauren Johnston was the event's keynote speaker, and Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri read the Proclamation for Professional Women's Day in the City of Palm Coast.
"(Johnston's) heartfelt and empowering message truly resonated with all in attendance," Cole said.
For more information on the Professional Women of Flagler County, go to professionalwomenflagler.org
