Lehigh Valley, PA – BW NICE, Business Women Networking Involving Charity & Education, Lehigh Valley Chapter is recognizing chapter member Michele D’Amico as Chapter Member of the Year at the organization’s annual December Sip & Shop fundraising event, which is open to the public. Funds raised will support the organization’s charity partner, The Third Street Alliance for Women & Children. The evening will also include multiple vendors, giving participants the opportunity to shop for the upcoming holiday season. Tickets, which include appetizers and dessert, can be purchased at this link.

Michele, a BW NICE Lehigh Valley Chapter member since 2012, is a glass artist who discovered hot glass in 2006; falling in love with it, she enrolled as a student at Penland School of Craft and the Pittsburgh Glass Center. She has served as BW NICE Lehigh Valley Chapter Treasurer and creates award plaques for the BW NICE Chapters across the organization.

Michele created the Businesswoman of the Year Award, a hot glass sculpted 3D red stiletto mounted on a crystal base.

She is the owner of Ashes 2 Art, LLC, which memorializes loved one’s ashes in glass by creating wearable art or paperweights.

“I have always wanted to help women in distress, it’s a passion of mine. As women, we don’t always keep our own best interests at heart, and we suffer for it. Being a member of BW NICE has allowed me to participate in supporting Third Street Alliance in their efforts to help women in need.” said Michele, “I believe in the mission of BW NICE to promote involvement and support local shelters, because when we take care of others, we help ourselves as well.”

“I am delighted to see Michele recognized as this year’s Member of the Year. As a longtime and dedicated member, she has been an invaluable part of BW NICE, sharing her artistry, passion, and commitment to our mission. Through her creative contributions, including the beautifully crafted Businesswoman of the Year awards for our Red Shoe events, Michele continues to inspire others and exemplify the spirit of our organization.” said Diane Simovich, Founder and President of BW NICE.

What: BW NICE Lehigh Valley Annual December Sip & Shop Fundraiser Who: Michele D’Amico, BW NICE Lehigh Valley Chapter Member of the Year When: Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 5 pm – 8 pm

Where: The Pomfret Club 33 South 4th Street, Easton, PA 18042

BW NICE is a professional women’s empowerment organization that provides women at all stages of business and personal life with support, education and resources. Each BW NICE Chapter is dedicated to raising funds and awareness supporting a local organization in the fight against domestic violence and sexual abuse.

Information provided to TVL by:
Jan Schwartz