Maria Bavender is a business and community leader with extensive experience driving operational excellence, developing teams, and strengthening organizational performance. After a successful career in health plan operations and technology, she transitioned in 2023 to leadership within her family’s national manufacturers’ representative firm, Bespoken USA. She has spent her career—and volunteer service—focused on empowering individuals through professional development and removing barriers to success.
Maria has been an active member of the Minneapolis City of Lakes Rotary Club for a decade and serves as President in 2025–2026. She brings to WeNetworkNow a deep commitment to connection, collaboration, and community impact, along with proven expertise in strategic planning, relationship-building, and organizational growth.