Bringing together women leaders and aspiring leaders.
An intimate summer gathering for women craving meaningful conversation, genuine connection, and space to simply exhale.
- Small, intimate gatherings (15 women)
- Guided but informal group conversation
- Pool + hot tub access
- Non-alcoholic refreshments
- Light snacks
- Meaningful connection and community
- A relaxed summer atmosphere designed for rest, reflection, and real conversation
Reserve Your Spot Today!
Be a part of the Bloom Backyard Circle Series
2026 Summer Series
Tuesday July 7 from 1-4pm
Thursday July 30 from 1-4pm
Thursday August 13 from 1-4pm
in Cambridge, Ontario
July 7, 2026
Reclaiming Your Vitality
Women’s Health & Wellness
with Carol Ann Bernard
Registered Nurse Specializing in Menopause & Midlife Health,
Strength and Mobility Coach at Move Strong KW
July 30, 2026
Moving Beyond "Stuck"
Finding Your Flow
with Angie Mercier
Executive Leadership Coach
and Dana Liebermann
Ph.D., Psychology
August 13, 2026
Leading from Overflow
Women’s Health & Wellness Create sustainable energy, confidence, and capacity for the year ahead.
with Marsha Vanwynsberghe
NLP Trainer, Speaker, Author, Podcaster, and Publisher
Investment
FIRST LOOK PRICING
Questions? Email us at thriveandriseacademy@gmail.com
NICE TO MEET YOU
We're Angie and Dana,
the co-founders of Thrive & Rise Academy. We specialize in leading transformative learning experiences, and we are proud to introduce the Bloom Leadership Circle—our dedicated community for leaders and aspiring leaders. Our approach combines decades of in-system leadership experience with deep expertise in psychology and organizational strategy.
About Angie Mercier, M.Ed.
As a retired Superintendent of Education, Angie offers a profound understanding of the challenges and triumphs of leading in K-12. Her career has been defined by a service-oriented approach, focusing on mentorship, coaching, wellness, and helping individuals unlock their full potential. Angie’s executive leadership training at the Rotman School of Management and her passion for sustainable success are cornerstones of the supportive and inclusive environments she creates.
About Dana Liebermann, Ph.D.
Dana brings a unique, people-centric perspective rooted in her background in Psychology and former senior leader in 2 school boards. She is an expert in leadership development and organizational transformation, skilled at fostering collaborative and thriving environments. As an experienced facilitator with Superintendent qualifications, Dana designs engaging learning experiences that empower leaders and drive meaningful, systemic improvement.
You can learn more about us here!
