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WiM Illinois | Rosie Readers Q1 2026

Tuesday, March 10, 2026
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM (CDT)

* Registration open until 3/9/26 at 5:00 PM (CDT)

Event Details

Join WiM Illinois for 

Rosie Readers Q1 2026

Date:
Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Time:
3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. CT

Location:
Rieke Interiors
2000 Fox Ln
Elgin, Illinois 60123
OR
Join us virtually!

Cost to Attend:
WiM Members = $5
Nonmembers = $10

Join us for our Q1 Rosie Reader Book Club on March 10 from 3:00 to 4:30 PM, offered both in person and virtually.

This quarter’s read is Elevate Your Greatness by Melissa Dotson, author and owner of our generous host location, Rieke Interiors. Melissa will lead a lively discussion and then guide us through an interactive exercise and mini workshop based on the book. Virtual attendees will be able to participate right alongside the in person group, so you will not be stuck just watching a screen and nodding politely.

What to expect
Welcome and quick hellos
Group discussion on key takeaways from Elevate Your Greatness
A guided exercise led by Melissa, built for both in person and virtual participation
Wrap up by 4:30 PM
Optional networking for in person guests after 4:30 PM if you would like to stay and connect

Who should attend
Anyone ready to level up their leadership, confidence, and personal growth
Members who want a mix of thoughtful conversation and practical take home tools
Busy humans who like learning in community and want real momentum, not just good intentions

Come prepared
Bring your book, a notebook, and your favorite highlighter if you are that person. No judgment. We love that person.

Speaker and host

Melissa Dotson is the author of Elevate Your Greatness and the owner of Rieke Interiors. She brings a practical and encouraging approach that helps you turn insights into action.

Melissa Dotson, President / Owner Rieke Office Interiors and author of "Elevate Your Greatness"

Speaker Bio: 
Building Lives and Businesses from the Inside Out.

By the time she turned 18, Melissa Dotson had moved 33 times, an upbringing that taught her adaptability, gratitude, and the value of perseverance. Those early challenges taught her resilience, fueled her determination, and shaped her into the resourceful leader she is today.

Melissa’s professional journey began in accounting, but it was her entrepreneurial spirit that drove her to learn every aspect of the business she worked for. In 2019, after years of hard work and leadership, she became the proud owner of Rieke Interiors. Under her guidance, the company is flourishing, balancing profitability with a people-first approach.

At the heart of Melissa’s leadership philosophy is a commitment to personal fulfillment. She has spent over 20 years studying and practicing personal development, integrating these principles into her life and business. Her team members are not just employees—they are valued individuals whose personal and professional growth is nurtured through programs like the “15 Commitments to Conscious Leadership” and tools like the Culture Index.

Melissa is not only a successful CEO but also a passionate advocate for self-awareness and purpose-driven living. Her own life experiences, from overcoming personal obstacles to battling serious health challenges, have deepened her empathy and fueled her determination to help others thrive. She believes that transformation begins with small, consistent steps toward change.

Melissa’s journey from survival mode to success is a testament to the power of mindset and action. She now focuses on sharing her hard-earned insights through speaking engagements, workshops, and coaching. Melissa’s ultimate goal? To inspire individuals and organizations to unlock their potential, embrace purpose, and create meaningful lives.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Melissa is a proud mother of two and a grandmother of two. She finds joy in activities like boating and spending time on a beach—places that ground her and remind her of the beauty in life’s simple pleasures.

Melissa’s life philosophy is summed up in a single phrase: “Everything always works out for me.” Through this lens, she turns challenges into opportunities and helps others do the same.

About Reike Interiors
Rieke Interiors partners with business leaders to design and build environments where people truly thrive. Through their streamlined manufacturing process and expert design team, they create spaces—from floor to ceiling—that energize teams and support the success of thousands of happy customers.

We hope to see you there!

For More Information:

Barb DeCesare
Barb DeCesare
Senior Channel Marketing Specialist HydraForce, Inc. (847)229-3103

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