About Us

Since its founding in 1885, The Woman's Exchange of Memphis has been an integral part of the community, and today we are proud to continue our longstanding tradition of "helping others help themselves" by showcasing and selling the handiwork of hundreds of consignors and employing highly skilled seamstresses to create our signature infant and children's clothing.

Through our commitment to empowering women, we offer a unique avenue for seamstresses, crafters, artisans, and consignors to provide for themselves and their families. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to earn a decent living, and we are honored to support our local community by providing a retail environment where they can showcase and sell their handiwork.

As we look to the future, we remain dedicated to our mission and our community. Join us as we continue to make a difference through one of Memphis' longest-running non-profits. For more information on our organization or to learn how you can support our mission, please contact us by phone or email.

Our People

Executive Director
Dena Ferrell Nance
execdirector@weofmemphis.org

Shop Manager
Dee Dee Laughlin
901-327-5681
wemanagerdee@gmail.com

Kitchen Manager
Chef Rev Bailey

Sewing Room Manager
Sandy Moore
901-327-5681
wesew.moore@gmail.com

Communications Manager/Cashier
Lauren Gibson

Cashier
Cathy Gary Bradford


Board of Directors

President - Jackie Quackenbush

Vice President - Denise LaChina 

Immediate Past President - Denise Stewart

Recording Secretary - Cathy Doyle

Corresponding Secretary - Jayne Thompson Reagor

Treasurer - Barbara Howell

Finance Chair - Teri Van Frank

Parliamentarian - Lola Llewellyn

WE Consign Co-Chairs - Jeannie Craig and Julia Jones

Grounds - Jana Pulley

Federation Representative - Ann Holzemer

Tearoom - Marilyn Barbee

Mailings - Jean Lewis

Hospitality - Mary Routt

English Teas - Barbara McKinnon and Lana Owens

Children’s Tea - Vicki Arnold