The Valley Standard - Small Business reviews & Networking

03/01/2026

10 Facts Every Woman Should Know:

1. Everyone has rolls when they bend over.
2. When someone tells you that you're beautiful, believe them. They aren't lying.
3. Sometimes we all wake up with breath that could kill a goat.
4. For every woman unhappy with her stretch marks is another woman who wishes she had them.
5. You should definitely have more confidence. And if you saw yourself the way others see you, you would.
6. Don't look for a man to save you. Be able to save yourself.
7. It's okay to not love every part of your body....but you should.
8. We all have that one friend who seems to have it all together. That woman with the seemingly perfect life. Well, you might be that woman to someone else.
9. You should be a priority. Not an option, a last resort, or a backup plan.
10. You're a woman. That alone makes you pretty damn remarkable. 💕

02/03/2026

If you’re driving from Palm Desert to Temecula or San Diego, make this a must-stop at Graffiti Coffee.

📍 55730 CA-371, Anza, CA 92539

✨ Highly recommend:
• Customizable Red Bull energy drinks ⚡
• The peanut butter mocha (trust me on this one 🤍)

Perfect fuel for road trips, locals, and anyone who loves supporting small businesses in Southern California.

🎥 Local coffee reviews proudly sponsored by Flood Response 24/7 Restoration & Reconstruction, serving all of Southern California.

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01/08/2026

✨ She Leads Temecula Networking Meetup – Complimentary Kickoff! ✨
We’re excited to officially kick off She Leads Temecula with an in-person networking meetup at Crush N’ Brew in Old Town Temecula! 💼💬
📍 Crush N’ Brew
28544 Old Town Front St #103
Temecula, CA 92590
👉 Parking available in the back
🗓 January 26, 2026
⏰ Starts promptly at 11:30 AM
What to expect:
• This is a complimentary meetup, generously hosted by Crush N’ Brew, Follow Here: https://www.instagram.com/crushnbrew/?hl=en
• To attend, you must make a purchase (we suggest a soft drink or alcoholic beverage) 🍹*You can also buy lunch if you choose to do so.
• Come prepared to share what your business offers (a little bit of public speaking)
• Bring business cards or merch to hand out (even samples!)
• Hear from two incredible local women leaders—Shannon & Rashawn, owners of Wick N’ Wildflower 🌸 Follow Here: https://www.instagram.com/wicknwildflower/
Shop here: 42030 Main St., Suite H1, Temecula, CA 92590, situated in the back courtyard of the Emporium building
This meetup is a powerful way to connect, build alliances, and support women-owned local businesses in our community. 🤝✨
💗 Please help us support our host by making a purchase while you’re there—thank you for doing so!
📣 We’d also love it if you shared this post and/or brought a friend who would benefit from being in this space.
We can’t wait to connect with you and grow together—She Leads Temecula starts here! 💪💖

11/05/2025

Today we are grabbing coffee for our "coffee connect meetup" here at The Blushing Peony here in Indian Wells! Come join me to mix and mingle from 9-10a and support a local biz!

10/29/2025

🌸 What to Expect at Our Next She Leads Temecula Meetup 🌸📍 Crush & Brew, 28544 Old Town Front St #103, Temecula, CA🗓 Thursday, October 30th | 11:30 AM – 1 PM☕ Complimentary | Just make a purchase from our host locationCalling all female business owners and leaders in the Temecula Valley! 💼✨Join us for one hour of true connection time — no pressure, no pitches, just authentic community and support.Here’s what to expect:📸 Photos & group shot — come camera-ready!💬 Ice-breaker cards to spark real, fluid conversation🤝 Introductions so everyone gets a moment to shine📱 Check in on social media, tag the location, and if you’re feeling extra supportive — tag 💧💌 Follow each other, trade numbers, and hype up each other’s businesses so we can all grow and thrive together!See you at Crush & Brew! Let’s sip, connect, and celebrate women who lead. 💕

10/13/2025

Join us for our Complimentary Women in Business Coffee Meetup ☕️💼📍 Chapel Coffee, Murrieta, CA📅 Wednesday, Oct 16 | 8 AM – 10 AMNetwork with powerful local women in leadership, grow your connections, and enjoy FREE professional headshots 📸 — our gift to you!Tag your business bestie and come sip, smile, and shine with us!

10/10/2025

☕ Come with me to Chapel Coffee in Murrieta to try their new fall flavors + sweet treats! 🍰I’m Amber Duffle-Jordan, Regional Sales Manager for Flood Response 24/7 + founder of She Leads Temecula Valley 💛Join us Oct 16, 8–10 AM at Chapel Coffee for a free women-in-business meetup — just grab a drink, network, and connect with other amazing local leaders! 🌿

10/03/2025

Hello my local Desert peeps (and fam/friends afar)! I just wanted to see if you all could help a girl out? First off... CV Weekly invited me last month to do their podcast with them. I'd be honored if you went ahead and followed them here on FB and on instagram and tuned in once my podcast episode with them is posted up! I'll link them at the end of this message.

Secondly, many of you may not know that I am the Regional Sales Manager for Flood Response Restoration Services and CV Weekly is starting to advertise and promote us... so if you'd click here and check out our ad I'd love you all FOREVER and EVER!

Community support is not just vital it's my lifeline and wherever you all are, if you need me I am there as well! So in turn, drop your business below so we can all follow it and/or drop your favorite local, privately owned business below so we can follow them (in the comments). Yay... happy Friday!

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09/24/2025

🌟 Introducing She Leads Temecula! 🌟
She Leads Temecula is a FREE community gathering created for women in business and leadership who want to connect, collaborate, and support each other while lifting up our local, female-owned brick & mortar businesses. 💼✨
Here’s what to expect:
☕ Each meetup is hosted at a local female-owned business – come grab a coffee, drink, or bite to eat while meeting your neighbors, family, friends, and fellow community leaders.
🤝 No memberships. No ticket purchase. Just show up, connect, and create a natural referral funnel in a warm, supportive environment.
📸 Please arrive on time – we’ll kick things off with a group photo, and each person’s business will be tagged on social media!
🎤 We’ll do introductions and icebreaker cards to get to know one another.
📍 Each attendee is required to make a small purchase from the hosting location (they are generously giving us their space complimentary, so let’s give back with foot traffic & sales 💕).
✨ This is a new-ish venture, proudly sponsored by Flood Response 24/7 Restoration’s Regional Manager, Amber Duffle (Flood Response Restoration Services) For info, text/call/email Amber at 760-218-8629 | [email protected].
🗓️ Upcoming Meetups:
10/16/25 – Chapel Coffee Murrieta | 8:00–10:00 AM
10/21/25 – Wick & Wildflower (Old Town Temecula) | 8:00–10:00 AM
10/30/25 – Crush & Brew (Old Town Temecula) | 11:30 AM–1:00 PM
💡 BONUS for Hosts: If you’re interested in hosting a She Leads Temecula meetup at your female-owned business, reach out! All hosts receive a complimentary branding photography session + free marketing up to the event date provided by Amber Linn Photography 📸 (www.amberlinnphotography.com | IG: | FB: Amber Linn Photography).
👉 Follow & support our first hosting businesses:
Chapel Coffee Murrieta – https://chapelcoffee.com/ | IG: | FB: Chapel Coffee Murrieta
Wick & Wildflower (Old Town Temecula) – | IG: | FB: Wick & Wildflower
Crush & Brew (Old Town Temecula) – https://www.crushnbrew.com/ | IG: | FB: Crush & Brew
💬 We can’t wait to meet you, grow together, and help our small businesses thrive – one connection at a time!