PowHER In Motion
Women’s Empowerment Event | June 8th – Saint Louis
Calling all Women Veterans, supporters, and allies!
Join us for our inaugural
Women Veteran Empowerment event
a powerful gathering designed to uplift, connect.
Celebrate the resilience of women who have served.
PowHER In Motion: Women’s Empowerment Event
Honoring Women Veterans & Their Journey
Date: Sunday, June 8, 2025
Location: 5041 S Kingshighway Blvd, Saint Louis
2:00 PM Networking Reception | 2:30 PM Event Start
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Women Veterans: Are you asking yourself:
- “How do I increase my income after service?”
- “How do I transition my military skills into civilian career opportunities?”
- “Am I getting paid what I’m worth in the workforce or as an entrepreneur?”
- “How do I balance my career and my responsibilities at home?”
- “How do I build a support network of like-minded women who understand my journey?”
- “How do I grow a team or business while navigating VA benefits and other veteran resources?”
If any of these resonate with you, you’re in the right place. PowHER In Motion is a space created by women veterans, for women veterans, to equip you with the tools, knowledge, and community to thrive.
A Gathering to Connect, Celebrate, and Empower
In honor of Women Veterans Day (June 12th), we invite all women who have served to an exclusive gathering. Share your story, build meaningful connections, and celebrate your service. This space is for us, by us.
Meet the founder
Von Griggs
Founder and Visionary of PowHER In Motion PowHER In Motion, Von created this event to uplift, empower, and support women veterans in their journey beyond military service. With a deep commitment to community and personal growth, she is dedicated to fostering resilience, confidence, and sisterhood among fellow servicewomen.
Von is a 9x best-selling author, publisher, transformational life coach, cleric, and CEO and founder of Griggs Safety Consultants, LLC., and Joy Restored Outreach, LLC. Through these platforms, she has established herself as an inspirational and highly sought-after trainer, coach, and advocate, specializing in occupational safety and health and female veteran advocacy. Her expertise has led her to speak at numerous professional and community engagements, with her most celebrated talks including:
- The Essentials of Safety & Health: Preserving Life & Limb
- Your Joy Can Be Restored
- You Are Not What Happened to You
Von is also a well-decorated community leader and a retired, service-disabled veteran. Her dedication to excellence in philanthropy and service has earned her numerous honors, medals, and awards, recognizing her unyielding commitment to empowering and uplifting others.
Meet the Businesses Behind PowHER In Motion
PowHER In Motion is the result of a powerful collaboration between three mission-driven businesses, each dedicated to empowering women veterans:
Von Griggs – Joy Restored Outreach:
As the founder of Joy Restored Outreach, Von is a transformational leader, advocate, and speaker who saw the need for a dedicated space where women veterans could be celebrated and supported. Her organization focuses on advocacy, healing, and personal growth, ensuring that female veterans receive the emotional and professional support they need to thrive.
Kathryn Baker – Salute Services:
Through Salute Services, Kathryn has dedicated her career to ensuring that veterans receive the resources, support, and opportunities they deserve. Her organization bridges the gap between service members and essential benefits, making sure that those who have served are fully equipped for success in their post-military lives.
Tosombra Adecia – Tailored Resilience:
As the founder of Tailored Resilience, Tosombra is the creative force behind PowHER In Motion, bringing it to life with innovative ideas, strategic planning, and flawless execution. Tailored Resilience is a scientifically proven, trademarked methodology that equips veterans and professionals with the tools to overcome challenges, reclaim their power, and build sustainable success.
Together, these women and their businesses have designed an experience that is more than an event—it’s a movement to amplify, empower, and uplift women veterans in every aspect of their journey.
Breakout Sessions
Engage in transformative discussions designed to empower you:- Career Advancement – Transition strategies & professional growth
- Navigating VA Benefits & Veteran Resources – Navigating mental & emotional well-being
- Financial Confidence – Building wealth & financial stability
- Work-Life Integration & Time Management – Strengthening connections & support networks
Keynote Topic: From Resilience to Radiance—Finding Your Shine After Service
In this keynote, Tosombra will guide attendees on how to transition from military life with confidence, clarity, and purpose. She will challenge and inspire you to redefine success on your own terms, break through self-imposed limitations, and fully step into your power. Whether you’re pivoting careers, launching a business, or striving to redefine your next chapter, this session will equip you with the practical tools and mindset shifts to rediscover your strength, position yourself for success, and cultivate a lifestyle of resilience and radiance.
Walk away empowered and equipped to embrace your journey and shine unapologetically in your next chapter.
Featured Guest Speaker:
Tosombra Adecia
Tosombra Adecia, widely known as Ms. Tai, is a powerhouse of resilience, empowerment, and transformation. As a speaker, author, and business strategist, she has built an influential brand dedicated to helping women, especially veterans, reclaim their power and build lives of purpose. A former service member herself, Tosombra intimately understands the challenges of transitioning from military life into civilian success—from career shifts to financial independence. She is deeply committed to equipping women veterans with actionable strategies to thrive and is honored to be supporting Von, the visionary behind PowHER In Motion, and Kathryn Baker of Salute Services in hosting this impactful event.
A proven leader and strategist, Ms. Tai brings her extensive experience in hosting and orchestrating high-impact events to ensure a seamless and empowering experience for all attendees. Behind the scenes, she has a track record of bringing over $500,000 in free resources to the community. Her dedication extends to coaching, training, and mentoring countless women nationwide, empowering them to scale businesses, establish financial independence, and build strong professional networks.
Through Resilient to Radiant™, her trademarked, research-backed methodology, Tosombra provides a structured, research-backed approach to overcoming setbacks, building self-worth, and creating sustainable success. Her structured approach ensures that resilience is not just about bouncing back—but about rising forward, radiating purpose, and thriving in every season of life.
As an executive board member and leadership strategist, Tosombra has shaped policies, initiatives, and training programs that drive meaningful change. Her true passion lies in helping women take bold, actionable steps toward their goals by aligning their mindset, finances, and leadership skills with their vision for success.
