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Who is Professional Women's Network of the Monterey Peninsula?

A network where your connections create real community impact.

Professional Women’s Network (PWN) is a nonprofit membership community where professional women, plus a few outstanding men who primarily serve women, build real relationships, create new opportunities, and support scholarships and local impact across Monterey and Santa Cruz County.

The Professional Women’s Network (PWN) was founded in 1983, when five visionary women came together to create a supportive network for women in business. What began on a dark and stormy night, with the expectation that only a few might attend, turned into a powerful beginning—the room was standing-room only. That moment of connection sparked a movement that has continued to grow for more than four decades.

Each year, PWN proudly celebrates outstanding women whose leadership, generosity, and service uplift our community. Our prestigious Woman of the Year Award is presented during our Annual December Gala, honoring one woman who embodies the spirit of professional excellence, giving, empowerment and collaboration.

2026 PWN Women of the Year Julianne Wutke & Family

2026 PWN Women of the Year Julianne Wutke & Family

Representatives of the Women Helping Women Donation

Representatives of the Women Helping Women Donation

Krista Beavers - Carrie Asuncion - Julianne Wutke - Rebecca Tope

Krista Beavers - Carrie Asuncion - Julianne Wutke - Rebecca Tope

Meme Mina, Jody Royee, Trend Sound DJ





2026 PWN Board Members : Rebecca Tope, Julie Nix Quevedo, Sharda Ryan, Krista Beavers, Megan Merz, Diego Quevedo, Carrie Asuncion 2026 PWN Board Members : Rebecca Tope, Julie Nix Quevedo, Sharda Ryan, Krista Beavers, Megan Merz, Diego Quevedo, Carrie Asuncion

Members of PWN at the 2026 Woman of the Year Gala

Since our founding, PWN has awarded thousands of dollars in scholarships to support women in business and the nonprofit organizations that champion them.

What began as a simple gathering has become a vibrant, multigenerational community—a network of women dedicated to helping one another rise, lead, and thrive.

Join us for speaker events, coffee connections, and in-person or virtual meetups that make networking feel natural, welcoming, and meaningful.


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