My ideal is that the owners will embrace true ethical behavior,  compassion, empathy and an awareness of how one's retail ventures might affect those around them, and act accordingly, instead of blaming the victims. 

No white lawyers, no black lawyers, no women lawyers, no lawyers with families, etc.

No outside guests (meaning women/men who aren't workers).  

I only ask because I’m trying to ascertain if Open Spaces for Women’s secret sauce is in the engagement, the community support and the ability to go directly to Palak for advice, questions and also for help with what counties are best for me to start focussing on.

They also don't like change and fail to embrace technology.

You will attract greedy 'friends' and women who want nothing from you but to hang out and siphon off your money. 

Hey Luther, would you want to be an expert on the 9th at MAREI's trade show - I am looking for a few good men and women for a "Genius Bar" and you don't have to know anything about computers, just real estate.

In their case it was later figured out the women committed identity fraud and stole the valuables from the Airbnb.

By embracing this approach, you could live a life that reflects your beliefs and brings about meaningful change in the lives of others.The impact of aligning your investments with your core valuesLosing sight of our personal beliefs and values is easy in a profit-driven world.

Welcome John and Michelle,  I would second Nabil's recommendation on LAREIA and FIBI Pasadena and add the Invest Club for Women (men are allowed),  who alternate between meetings in Irvine and ones in Glendale.