Our Echoes in Action
Fueled by Community Generosity: Thank You, Kohn’s Filling Station!

That’s not just a big check, it’s a big boost for our mission! Thank you Kohn's!
Echo Connections was recently selected as a recipient of the Fueling it Forward Program through Kohn’s Filling Station during the month of February 2025. As part of this initiative, Echo received $0.02 from every gallon of gas purchased at their dedicated Fueling it Forward pump, and thanks to the community’s support, that added up to a meaningful donation.
This contribution will go directly toward advancing our mission: to provide accessible education, mentorship, networking opportunities, and vetted resources to entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, and individuals of all ages. Whether it’s supporting a new business owner, offering guidance to a young professional, or hosting events that bring our community together, this funding helps us continue creating real impact.
We are incredibly grateful to Kohn’s Filling Station, not only for their generosity but for their commitment to giving back to the local community in such a thoughtful and sustainable way.
To everyone who chose to fill up at the Fueling it Forward pump—thank you. Your everyday action helped make a difference.
At Echo Connections, we believe that when community shows up for each other, great things happen—and this is a beautiful example of just that.
Our March 2025 speaker, Kiley Peters!


Kiley Peters presenting to an amazing group of ladies and gentleman. Thank you, Kiley, for being a rockstar and working with us and our technical difficulties. You're the best!
*Now we know you need to reserve the projector. Who knew?! Lesson learned!*
Kiley explaining how to take your business to the next level.
Learn more about Kiley and RAYNE IX and to make business personal:


From left to right: Courtney, Cathy, and Jen getting things started!

Our first speaking event of 2025 with Melanie on February 27th!!

From left to right: Cathy Blachowski, Jen Becker, Melanie Stuber, Courtney Skinkis


Melanie presenting to a full crowd.
An amazing group of ladies while Melanie is presenting.
Find out more about Melanie and her company, Cultivate and Thrive, here:
2024 Events

When: Thursday, September 19, 2024
9:00 am to 11:00 am
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Where: The Tower Heritage Center
320 South 5th Avenue, West Bend, WI
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​What: Join us for our very first networking meeting!
We will be serving coffee & hot cider.
This is a casual event.
As we officially launch Echo Connections, we will tell you a little about our big plans and can't wait to hear from each of you too!
Networking: Coffee & Hot Cider

When: Thursday, October 17, 2024
9:00 am to 11:00 am
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Where: Kettle Moraine YMCA
1111 West Washington Street - West Bend, WI
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​What: Join us for information on health insurance presented
by Ben Zang.
Ben is a fantastic insurance resource, who believes in transparency, strategy & trust.
We will be serving a light brunch while you soak up this valuable information.