Network with Women Entrepreneurs in Houston, TX: Garden Oaks/Oak Forest AreaConnecting with other business owners and entrepreneurs in your area is one of the best and quickest ways to grow your business and clientele. Women’s Council of Entrepreneurs not only offers a nationwide reach of smart, successful women entrepreneurs, but we have Local Chapters so that you can strengthen your relationships and build trust. In our Houston, Texas: Garden Oaks/Oak Forest Area Chapter you can connect with women entrepreneurs that lift each other up and put their community first. Look at our Upcoming Events to find the next Coffee & Connections event in Houston, Texas: Garden Oaks/Oak Forest Area! This chapter meets every month. Chapter Sponsored by: Meet the Houston, Texas: Garden Oaks/Oak Forest Area Local LeadersWCE's Houston, Texas: Garden Oaks/Oak Forest Area Chapter Local Leader Emine Canak of E Plus Interior
Emine is a Houston-based designer, educator, and founder of E Plus Interiors, specializing in residential and commercial projects that blend beauty, function, and purpose. With a background in both architecture and interior design, she creates soulful, functional spaces that reflect her clients’ vision while elevating everyday experiences. Born and raised in Türkiye, Emine earned her Bachelor’s in Interior Architecture and Environmental Design from Hacettepe University before moving to the U.S. in 2013 to complete her Master’s in Architecture at the University of Houston. Over the past eight years, she has worked across residential, hospitality, healthcare, and commercial sectors, offering a full design process—from concept to completion—marked by precision, creativity, and attention to detail. Her abstract paintings, exhibited in Houston galleries, enrich her design philosophy, adding originality and depth. Beyond her creative work, Emine supports women-owned businesses and empowers fellow creative entrepreneurs. She has taught at the University of Houston and other institutions, fostering a collaborative, community-focused leadership style. As a local leader for WCE, she is dedicated to building connection, creativity, and growth among women entrepreneurs. |
A little about Emine: WCE's Houston, Texas: Garden Oaks/Oak Forest Area Chapter Local Leader Leesa Shanahan of Herbalife Independent Distributor
Leesa Shanahan is an independent Herbalife Distributor with more than 24 years of experience in health and wellness. She has dedicated her career to helping people with the most important aspect of their lives—their health. With a special passion for working with women, Leesa provides support, education, and encouragement to help others achieve their health goals and live vibrant lives. As part of Herbalife, the largest health and nutrition company in the world, she benefits from extensive education, training, and resources that allow her to better serve her clients and community. Leesa’s journey into entrepreneurship began after earning her B.S. in Elementary Education and working as a teacher for six years. When she became a mother to twins, she was inspired to find a career that allowed her to stay home while raising her children. Herbalife provided that opportunity, blending her love for teaching with her desire to make a difference through nutrition education. Over the years, she rose to become a leader among Houston distributors, organizing training seminars and mentoring others in the business. After stepping back to focus on her family, Leesa and her husband Patrick recently returned to Houston, where she found a renewed passion for networking and connecting with other women in business. She joined the Women’s Council of Entrepreneurs to strengthen those connections and contribute to the growth of the Garden Oaks Chapter. Passionate about living inside the city, she brings energy and enthusiasm to the local entrepreneurial community. Outside of her professional work, Leesa enjoys fitness, family life, and spending time with her beloved French Bulldogs. She is a proud mother of three children—twin daughters and a son—and recently celebrated her 26th wedding anniversary. Now empty-nesters, she and her husband are embracing a new chapter of life filled with travel, with Ireland first on their list. Leesa is motivated by helping others reach their goals and dreams, whether in health, business, or personal growth. She especially loves empowering women in midlife to thrive and succeed. As a member of the Women’s Council of Entrepreneurs, she is committed to adding value, sharing her passion, and inspiring others to pursue their best lives. |
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