Monthly Archives: November 2014

Since the inception of Women Empowered, I have come across many women from all walks of life and a considerable number of female entrepreneurs. There's a thriving female entrepreneurial community here in Los Angeles and many have inspirational stories that are the driving force behind their businesses. One woman in particular who has recently inspired me is Dina Kimmel, Founder and CEO of We Rock the Spectrum. Dina's story was…

Check out the latest clip with our CEO and hear about the amazing non-profit she has started in honor of her daughter Sophia.

GLENDALE, Calif. (KABC) -- Deborah Portnoy and Michael Cohen have over 25 years between them working with special needs populations. Their 14-year-old son, Harry, is autistic, as well. So, they welcomed the opportunity to open We Rock The Spectrum Kids Gym, a so-called sensory gym that accommodates all children, but particularly those with special needs. "When we heard about this opportunity we jumped at the chance to create something that…

I first met Dina Kimmel at a yard sale she was having. She had recently bought a nearby kids' gym and was selling their old equipment to make way for the new. It would be a brand-new business venture for her and her enthusiasm was contagious. It was to be a different kind of kids' gym - a sensory gym with high-end therapy equipment that would especially meet the needs…

Dina Kimmel rocks, proving daily that this mother's love knows no bounds. When her daughter, Sophia, was born in 2004, everything went as planned. Sophia developed normally, was an early talker (at age 1) and interacted appropriately with children and adults. Dina and her husband, Tim, were easing into parenthood. In 2007, the Kimmels welcomed son Gabriel. Sophia was happy to be a big sister, and Dina and Tim were…

Boca Raton, Florida - The emphasis is on fun at the We Rock The Spectrum Kid's Gym in suburban Boca Raton. But along with the jumping on the trampoline, riding the zip line, the laughing and shouting, therapy and instructions are going on here for children on the autism spectrum. "He's holding on, which is good," said Jennifer Guttenberg, an occupational therapist working with one of the children on the…

On April 29th, 2014 we had "The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony" at our WRTS Corporate Office at 18859 Ventura Blvd in Tarzana . This was a huge moment for our company. We had a representative from the Mayor's office, the Council members office, the Assembly office and the President of the Chamber attend with many other professionals and ambassadors of the chamber, as well as family and loved ones. Following the…

We Rock the Spectrum Kid's Gym is committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and fun environment to foster learning, exploration and safe sensory experiences. Through our nonprofit My Brother Rocks The Spectrum Foundation, we provide social skills groups and activities for children across the spectrum.

Watch Dina Kimmel on Autism Live. Dina Kimmel from We Rock the Spectrum Kid's Gym, shares her mission to create a gym that meets the needs of kid's on the spectrum, after her son was diagnosed with Autism. For more information about We Rock The Spectrum Kid's Gyms or to find out about franchise opportunities visit: www.wrtsfranchise.com. Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders…

Nellie Akalp is a passionate entrepreneur, small business advocate and mother of four. As CEO of CorpNet.com, a legal document filing service, Nellie helps entrepreneurs start a business, Incorporate, Form an LLC, or set up Sole Proprietorships (DBAs) for a new or existing business. She has formed more than 100,000 corporations and LLCs across the U.S., building a strong passion to assist small business owners in starting, running, and protecting…

Bari grew up in Woodland Hills, California. She graduated from El Camino Real High School and then attended The University of Irvine graduating in 1992. Bari always being interested in exercise and nutrition became a personal trainer while attending CSUN for dietetics. Bari met her husband Pat in 1992 and is a stay at home mom to her three beautiful children. Bari became interested in making slideshows after her first…