Host the Holidays in Style with Nayoka Simone & IKEA
Get ready to elevate your holiday hosting game! Join Nayoka Simone, Interior Designer, Influencer, and Founder of NyRai Interior Designs, for an exclusive in-store experience that will inspire you to create a dining space that’s both personal and unforgettable.
During this live event, Nayoka will share her expert tips on holiday table styling, creative centerpieces, and timeless design ideas that bring warmth, personality, and charm to every meal. Discover how to turn your dining table into the heart of your home this season — because every gathering deserves a beautiful setting.
✨ Event Details
📅 November 8, 1–3 PM
📍 IKEA College Park Store
📅 November 9, 1–3 PM
📍 IKEA Woodbridge Store
Bring your design questions, snap photos for inspiration, and leave with practical ideas you can recreate in your own home.
🎁 Bonus: Attendees will enjoy special IKEA inspiration and styling tips just in time for the holidays!
IKEA Gaithersburg x Nayoka Simone
"Transform your kitchen without breaking your wallet! Join luxury interior designer Nayoka Simone on Saturday, October 18th, from 4–6 PM at IKEA Gaithersburg (at the Rio). Discover insider tips on designing a stylish, organized, and functional kitchen—all on a budget. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to get expert advice and inspiration for your home!" This event is at IKEA Gaithersburg only! Space is limited. RSVP required. Light refreshments will be served.
FOX 5 & Living Local DMV
Join me, Nayoka Simone, as I share vibrant design inspiration that blends modern elegance with fresh spring/summer energy. You’ll get easy, impactful tips to renew your space just in time for the season!
Tune in & watch at:
FOX 5 DC – 11:30 AM
Living Local DMV – 2:00 PM
UWIB Presents: Unity in Diversity: Celebrating Black Heritage
The United Women in Business Foundation (UWIB) is a non-profit 501C3 organization that is devoted to the professional and personal development for women across all industries. UWIB’s community provides women with opportunities to access and develop the tools, network, and confidence necessary to feel empowered in their path to personal and professional discovery.
In celebration of Black History Month, we are hosting this event: Unity in Diversity: Celebrating Black Heritage. This virtual event embodies the essence of Black History Month by highlighting the rich tapestry of black culture, breaking barriers & ceilings, history, and achievements while emphasizing the unity found within diversity. UWIB would like to honor the contributions of African American individuals, specifically women at this event, acknowledge their struggles, and celebrate their resilience.
Through this event, we aim to foster understanding, appreciation, and solidarity among all attendees, regardless of their background, in commemorating and championing black heritage.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
Celebration of Black Heritage: Immerse yourself in the essence of Black History Month by exploring and celebrating the rich tapestry of black culture, history, and achievements.
Recognition of African American Women:Honor and acknowledge the invaluable contributions of African American women, specifically focusing on their struggles and celebrating their remarkable resilience in various fields.
Unity in Diversity: Embrace the event's emphasis on unity found within diversity, fostering a sense of understanding, appreciation, and solidarity among all attendees, irrespective of their backgrounds.
Commemoration and Championing of Black Heritage: Join in the collective effort to commemorate and champion black heritage, contributing to a more inclusive and supportive environment while actively participating in the event's mission to break barriers and highlight achievements.
UWIB - DC Chapter Galentine's Sparkling Soiree
Join us at the United Women in Business Foundation DC Chapter Galentines Sparkling Soiree, a night of networking and empowerment. Connect with like-minded women, spark meaningful conversations, and celebrate the strength of female entrepreneurs. Elevate your network, meet the board members, and forge powerful connections in a supportive and vibrant atmosphere. Don't miss this opportunity to build lasting relationships and ignite inspiration.
The first 20 registered attendees will receive a swag bag complete with our favorite galentine's items and women-owned items including spirits from Republic Restoratives (women-owned), healthy mixers from AVEC (women-owned, black-owned) sponsored by DC tech startup, Happied (women-owned, black-owned, AAPI-owned)!
We will also be raffling out gift cards / products. Here's what gets you entries:
Your Eventbrite RSVP
Filling out our membership form (HERE and will be available in-person)
1 additional entry per $10 donated
1 additional entry per 1 friend you bring
Posting on social media and tagging @uwibfoundation #dcevents!
Cheers to women in business!
Noir Velour Nuit
Are you ready to bring awareness to yourself personally or to your business? Nayoka Simone presents Noir Velour Nuit, an educational and social event for all to attend. This yearly exclusive event will bring awareness of building your self confidence and the tools to become highly confident, effective, and learning to do the inner work. Nayoka Simone will provide networking and team building sessions with Guest Speaker Yureesh who will promote motivatial coaching and team building exercises. As we develop with a new beginning you must pivot and have a clear mind personally.
Our event will feature guest speakers, raffle prizes, 4 course meal, and an opportunity for guests to socialize.
Dress: Black with a splash a pink
(JULY) LIT & POUR: VIRTUAL CANDLE MAKING WORKSHOP
This virtual candle making workshop will guide participants on the relaxing art of candle making. Each participant will receive a candle making kit with all materials necessary for making their own scented soy candles with a variety of fragrances to choose from.
Our candle making KIT CONTAINS:
Soy Wax
Wicks
Your Choice of Fragrances
Warning Label
Tumbler Jar + Flat Lid
Dehydrated Rosebuds
Duration: 60 minutes
Pricing: $99/person (Includes Shipping)
HOW IT WORKS
We ship kits directly to participants in the US and Canada
We set up your virtual event meeting via Zoom
Our instructors will walk your team through the process
Attendees get to enjoy an amazing interactive experience
(APRIL) LIT & POUR: VIRTUAL CANDLE MAKING WORKSHOP
This virtual candle making workshop will guide participants on the relaxing art of candle making. Each participant will receive a candle making kit with all materials necessary for making their own scented soy candles with a variety of fragrances to choose from.
Our candle making KIT CONTAINS:
Soy Wax
Wicks
Your Choice of Fragrances
Warning Label
Tumbler Jar + Flat Lid
Dehydrated Rosebuds
Duration: 60 minutes
Pricing: $99/person (Includes Shipping)
HOW IT WORKS
We ship kits directly to participants in the US and Canada
We set up your virtual event meeting via Zoom
Our instructors will walk your team through the process
Attendees get to enjoy an amazing interactive experience
(FEBRUARY) LIT & POUR: VIRTUAL CANDLE MAKING WORKSHOP
This virtual candle making workshop will guide participants on the relaxing art of candle making. Each participant will receive a candle making kit with all materials necessary for making their own scented soy candles with a variety of fragrances to choose from.
Our candle making KIT CONTAINS:
Soy Wax
Wicks
Your Choice of Fragrances
Warning Label
Tumbler Jar + Flat Lid
Dehydrated Rosebuds
Duration: 60 minutes
Pricing: $99/person (Includes Shipping)
HOW IT WORKS
We ship kits directly to participants in the US and Canada
We set up your virtual event meeting via Zoom
Our instructors will walk your team through the process
Attendees get to enjoy an amazing interactive experience
StraHERgy Academy!
Join me at the StraHERgy Academy!
I am so EXCITED to present on the topic Building and Managing Multiple Streams of Income on April 24 at Noon! ARE YOU READY TO LEAP?
LIT & POUR: VIRTUAL CANDLE MAKING WORKSHOP
Join us for our Winter Virtual Candle Making Class.
In this live, virtual workshop, we will guide you in creating soy wax candles at home! We'll walk through basic candle-making steps as well as share tips, tricks, and troubleshooting.
Supplies for this workshop can be obtained by purchasing our Candle-Making Kit.
Access to the live, virtual workshop will be sent in your confirmation email or via email before class
DATE: SATURDAY FEBRUARY 27th or SUNDAY FEBRUARY 28th
TIME: 3:00PM-4:00PM
COST: $45 per person + $15 Shipping Cost (Added at Checkout)
Includes: Complete Candle Making Kit
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MGM Reveal
RSVP
Celebrate Women’s Month with CEO Nayoka Simone at the MGM National Harbor Spa. There will be book signing, networking, fun, and much more..
$25.00 off Spa Services with Code: NyRai