In 2018, an introduction sparked something extraordinary. Desirae Currier and Chris Belin met through Chris’s husband, and what began as a chance connection quickly grew into an unstoppable partnership. They didn’t just click—they resonated. With a shared understanding of what women truly need, they set out to create something that didn’t exist: a space where women could network like women.

In 2019, Women Inspired through Networking & Collaboration (WINC) was born. It wasn’t your typical networking group. Desirae and Chris knew that for women to truly thrive, they needed a space where success was built through the nurturing of relationships. A space where women could show up as their whole selves—bold, vulnerable, and authentic. They understood that women don’t just network to trade business cards or close deals; they network to build trust, forge connections, and create lasting, meaningful partnerships.

At WINC, trust and vulnerability aren’t just encouraged; they’re expected. This was the foundation Desirae and Chris envisioned—a community where women could lean into their strengths, support one another, and grow in every facet of their lives. Together, they built a movement that transformed the way women connect and collaborate, proving that success isn’t about going it alone but about rising together.

As WINC steps boldly into 2025, Desirae Currier takes the reins as its sole owner, carrying forward the vision she and Chris so passionately created. While Chris’s contributions remain an enduring part of WINC’s legacy, Desirae’s leadership ensures that WINC continues to be a space where professional and personal growth are inseparable, where women are celebrated for all that they are, and where the power of community turns dreams into reality.