Women In Business, March 2021

Join the Augusta Metro Chamber to hear from a panel of female entrepreneurs who are 'Passionately Pursuing a Successful Side Gig.'  In addition to a thriving professional career, these businesswomen also operate a successful side business. 

Caroline Ashe, Sales & Marketing Director for Ivey Homes and Plunder Jewelry Stylist; Stephanie Maciaszek, Provider Relations Specialist at AU Health and Independent ZYIA Active Senior Representative; and Pam Hunt, Advanced Practice Nurse at AU Health and Rodan + Fields Consultant, will share why they started their side gig, the challenges and accomplishments they’ve realized, and what one should consider before taking the plunge.

Guest Panel of Speakers:

Caroline Ashe has been a leader in Augusta’s real estate community for 19 years. In 2015, she joined Ivey Homes as their Sales & Marketing Director where she heads company advertising and design, public relations, and the management and growth of Ivey’s sales team. In her spare time, Caroline is a competitive ballroom dancer and a Plunder Jewelry Stylist who loves empowering women and helping them feel more beautiful and confident every day. Plunder Design is a leading Vintage Jewelry company known for their shabby, vintage style.

Stephanie Maciaszek works full time as a Provider Relations Specialist for AU Health at the Georgia Cancer Center. Her role is to help build relationships with the community providers to improve overall communication and access to doctors. She is also a cheerleading judge and now an Independent ZYIA Active Senior Representative. ZYIA is an active lifestyle brand that believes in embracing activity with excitement, vigor and delight. Stephanie's love for health and fitness has provided opportunities throughout each industry to inspire and uplift so many people!

Pam Hunt is an Advanced Practice Nurse working at AU Health in a Perioperative area of the hospital. Pam started her side gig 6 years ago with Rodan + Fields (R+F) and is now a Premier Level V Executive Consultant. R+F is a leading skincare brand with a passion for giving people the best skin of their lives - and the confidence that comes with it. She says R+F has been such a great company to work for and the skincare benefits are phenomenal. Pam can't wait to share her story with as many people as possible.

Panel Moderator:

Megan Moye is the Chief Marketing Officer for Meybohm Real Estate and Chair of the Chamber's Women In Business committee. Prior to leading the marketing operations for Meybohm, Ms. Moye was an account executive at The Augusta Chronicle. Her career includes positions with GOLF Magazine and Sports Illustrated. Megan Moye obtained her degree in Journalism and Speech Communications from the University of Georgia.