MEET TEAM CO-CO
Kathy Cowan, Director of Operations & Community, Madison, NJ
Reach out to me when… you are in search of meeting new members and connecting with others!
“One big item I've learned from the Co-Co Community is to be INNOVATIVE. I've watched our members innovate their lives during this past couple of years. Whether it was their own business, careers, or personal lives. Don't be afraid of change!”
Lauren Decker, Advisory Board Member , Summit, NJ
Reach out to me when… you're looking to partner and collaborate to expand the reach of your business or non-profit and engage with this dynamic community of women.
“Right now, I am re-learning how to balance work and family as a mom of three (welcome to the crew, baby Nell!) and how to be gentle with myself in the process.”
Christine Gilfillan, President, The MCJ Amelior Foundation, Madison, NJ
Reach out to me…anytime.
“I love the community and the opportunity to collaborate with others on new projects and new ideas. Everyone is truly supportive of each other and very interested in the journeys that we are all on as women.”
Jacob Monash, IT/Automations Specialist, Vancouver, Canada
Reach out to me when… something isn't working on The Co-Co's website, app, or in our emails
“Working with Team Co-Co has taught me how to build deeper relationships with my clients that go beyond just being work-focused.”
Lynne Pagano, Advisory Board Member, Short Hills, NJ
Reach out to me when… you are looking for help, need a resource or are looking to connect with other members.
“2022 is going to be a great back to reality year. I want to learn what everyone's reality is going to look like. I am hoping it will be a warm, fun, funny, fabulous place with lots of kick-ass women to show me the way. Let's do this!”
Breyana Rosenblatt, Analytics Consultant , Short Hills, NJ
Reach out…any time you see me in the space! I've done many roles at The Co-Co and I'm happy to answer your questions or connect you to the right person.
“I love learning from the women who have gone through things before me - whether it's career transitions or how to navigate town rec baseball. I can always get good advice AND the inside scoop!”
Suzanne Spero, Founding Advisory Board Member, Chatham, NJ
Reach out to me when…you think I can be helpful as an advisor or connector. My background is deep in the non profit space in NJ.
“The Co-Co has taught me to believe in the impossible! Embrace change! Our members are super impressive.”
Suzanne Willian, Advisory Board Member, Teton Village, WY + Summit, NJ
Reach out to me when…you're interested in a leadership role within The Co-Co community - as a facilitator, an advisor, an ambassador, or something we haven't thought of!
“One of the best things I can do as a leader is to help others hold their work lightly - in that lighter space where we experience creativity and joy.”
Betty Galvan, Owner, Madison, NJ
Reach out to me when… you need anything!
Betty is a former middle school teacher turned blogger who experienced influencer digital marketing from its inception. Looking for an opportunity to work from home, Betty launched My Friend Betty Digital Marketing Studio in 2018, giving her the opportunity to raise her three sons while making her mark in a new industry. Betty’s clients have taught her much about what business owners need and crave to increase their mark in this world. She has spoken to hundreds of entrepreneurs, business professionals, and service providers, and sees a common thread across industries and expertise: they want to help improve other people’s lives.
Acquiring The Co-Co in January 2024 was a natural next step for Betty’s own entrepreneurship. She is honored to have the opportunity to carry on the future of The Co-Co and leverage the lessons learned to grow The Co-Co community and help each of its members grow and succeed. She graduated from Loyola University Chicago with a major in English and a minor in Secondary Education. Originally from Chicago, Betty is a proud first-generation Mexican-American.