Genuine Connection Changes Everything

Intentionally designed experiences that bring people together in ways that make life richer.

Why Connection Matters

We all know that eating well, staying active, and taking care of our mental health are important for our overall health. But there’s another equally important piece that’s often overlooked: our social wellness.

Decades of research show that social connection plays a significant role in our health and longevity.¹

Connection isn’t just something that makes life more enjoyable. It’s what helps us thrive.

That’s why connection is at the heart of everything we create at Funderful Experiences.


¹ World Health Organization, Commission on Social Connection, 2025.

Connected Hearts

Connected Hearts is a community in coastal North County San Diego for women who refuse to let life get smaller.

It’s a warm, welcoming place for genuine connection, personal growth, shared experiences, and fun.

Collaborations

Let’s create something people will still be talking about weeks later!

I collaborate with local businesses and organizations that support women’s health, wellness, personal and professional growth, and community to create experiences that get people talking, laughing, participating and genuinely connecting.

Each collaboration is designed to delight your audience, reflect your brand, and make your business one people remember, rave about, and want to return to again and again.

Speaking

Looking for a speaker who doesn’t just talk about connection – but who actually creates it in the room?

Every presentation blends storytelling and audience interaction with practical tools participants can apply right away – creating a room buzzing with laughter, lively discussion, and genuine connection in the room.

In Their Own Words

Cheryl’s talk on the Power of Genuine Connection was one of the most fun and interactive presentations we’ve had at Rotary. She has a rare ability to speak straight to the heart – her humor, authenticity, and practical wisdom left me with a new perspective on how I show up in my conversations. I’d recommend her to any group looking for a speaker who helps people truly connect while having fun doing it.
Gayle Tweedy, Rotary Club of Carlsbad

Cheryl’s presentation was fabulous – engaging, practical, and honestly a lot of fun. She gave us real tools for going beyond surface-level chatter and building genuine connections, from how to ask better questions and remember the details that matter, to how to gracefully exit a conversation with someone who can’t stop talking about themselves.

I made a new connection right away during the exercises. If your organization is looking for a speaker who is warm, funny, and genuinely changes how people interact with each other – invite Cheryl.

Vicky Kvitek, Woman's Club of Carlsbad
I’ll be honest, when Cheryl started leading us through some of the exercises, I wasn’t sure what to expect. It felt a little outside my comfort zone at first. But once we got into it, the value became crystal clear. Two months later, I’m still using what I learned that day in my conversations.

Cheryl has a gift for making practical, meaningful skills genuinely accessible, and even fun. I’d recommend her to any group that wants to walk away with tools they’ll actually use.

Brian Crumbaker, Rotary Club of Carlsbad

I recently moved to Carlsbad and was looking for ways to get closer to people. Cheryl gave me real tools for doing exactly that. She’s warm, funny, and so sincere. If you want to deepen even a casual acquaintance into something more meaningful, this presentation is for you.

Laura, Carlsbad Senior Center

I’ve always wanted to be a better conversationalist, but I didn’t know where to start. Cheryl broke down the actual mechanics of building a real connection with someone you’ve just met. She’s enthusiastic, relatable, and so easy to listen to. I’d recommend this to anyone who wants to communicate more deeply and move past surface-level relationships.

Victor, Carlsbad Senior Center
Connected Hearts has reinforced for me that there is a community of support, friendship, and laughter out there if you open yourself up to it.

Participating is like receiving a superhero cape. It makes me feel brave, but also wrapped in comfort and warmth.

Annette W., Connected Hearts Member

Connection in Action

Let’s Stay Connected

Some conversations don’t end when you leave a gathering or finish reading a page.

That’s why I created The Uplift.

A few times each month, I share real talk, fresh perspective, and encouragement to help women create richer, more connected lives.