An innovative hub created by and for women to help them unlock their unlimited potential for impact and business growth, PowerFuel Damas, celebrated its four-year anniversary in San Diego on Thursday, Aug. 24 at the Cielo Rooftop Lounge.

During the event, co-founders Danielle Vantini and Mayra Brito Haas announced the launch of their newest initiative, PowerFuel House of Damas, a global platform for women designed to offer exceptional opportunities to network globally, connect, collaborate, learn, and grow.

“Growth starts in the mind, but also with who you surround yourself with. You cannot go anywhere with competition, but you can go everywhere with community,” said Vantini. “With the launch of PowerFuel House of Damas, women will gain a support ecosystem that pushes them to become the best versions of themselves, helping them achieve anything they set their minds to.”

Addressing the gap between ambition and execution, PowerFuel House of Damas emerges as the premier digital catalyst for turning aspirations into achievements. Positioned at the forefront of a global ecosystem, this platform is set to redefine opportunities in the digital landscape.

Designed for women with a commitment to personal and business growth, the academy will be a hub uniting leaders and entrepreneurs. Its core focus lies in fostering a community geared toward networking, collaborative achievements, dream actualization, and social impact.

“We’re not just opening to doors of opportunity at PowerFuel House of Damas,” added Brito. “We’re handing them the blueprint, the keys, and the confidence to walk through them. Life is supposed to be good and we want to show the Damas that they deserve to live a life they love. Right now, I’m feeling like I’m really going for my purpose, really doing my mission here and really changing the world.”

Encompassing a comprehensive array of resources spanning networking, mentorship, accountability, personal and professional development programs, master classes, and strategic positioning, the platform is set to serve as the ultimate launchpad for women poised to conquer their dreams. Note that application and acceptance are prerequisites to this exclusive circle.

The business’ four-year anniversary also celebrated a new milestone. In May, PowerFuel Damas gained exceptional recognition from the UN Women and the UN Global Compacts for their commitment to their mission of fostering gender equality and women’s empowerment.

The celebration coincided with Women’s Equality Day (Aug. 26), urging unity against domestic violence and advancing women’s equality. The full-house event had 76 attendees from various backgrounds – entrepreneurs, professionals, and community leaders. In addition, 20% of the ticket sales were donated to Las Valientes to help combat domestic violence.

Ana Serrano, founder of Las Valientes, was the keynote speaker. Las Valientes is also the first nonprofit recipient of a free workshop donated by the PowerFuel House of Damas.

“I am incredibly excited about this transformative workshop in partnership with PowerFuel House of Damas. Their dedication to raising awareness, funds, and resources for victims of domestic violence is truly impactful,” said Serrano. “This initiative is a game-changer for the women we serve, the majority of whom are Latinas. It shows them that they, too, can break free and achieve their dreams.”

During the event, another honored guest and speaker was Mariel Vargas, MBA, who took the stage with A Microsoft Spotlight Talk: The Power of Networking.

“The power of being a PowerFuel Dama is immeasurable,” said Vargas, customer success manager at Microsoft. “Surrounding myself with strong, like-minded women has been the most profound and meaningful investment in my growth. These women have uplifted me, stood by me, and supported me to grow and achieve my dreams. Together we celebrate, manifest and attract success.”

Since 2019, PowerFuel Damas has expanded a global network of hundreds from 26 countries with a unique business model: a global marketing agency, and an international community for women’s empowerment.