Boss Ladies

Ami Stuart is the Tech Events Manager for Entrepreneurship at Cornell University. In this episode, Ami shares her career story on how she worked her way up from washing dishes to running major Hackathons and Tech Events for Entrepreneurship at Cornell University. She shares strategies for elevating others, including through networking. Ami redirects us away from the word networking and challenges us to think about it as connecting with our friends of different depths & degrees. Ami describes everyone as a friend or a friend she hasn't met yet, which makes these connections happen more naturally. She shares her perspective on learning to connect with people as an introvert. Ami explains what Hackathons are and why they are so valuable for students and organizations. Lastly, she talks about the moment she became aware she was often the only woman in the room and how it has helped her better navigate those situations. Learn more about the upcoming Hackathons here: https://eship.cornell.edu/all-events/hackathons/

Daelynn Moyer is a Software Engineering Manager at Indeed.com continuing her 25 year software engineering career, which has focused primarily in the transportation and heavy manufacturing sectors. In this episode, Daelynn shares her career journey, including teaching herself the skills that helped her land her first role in tech. She shares strategies for being a good manager. She shares advice on how to create high performing teams built on trust, authenticity, and vulnerability, which includes connecting with your team on a deeper level. She shares advice on how to navigate making a decision for the team that a team member may not agree with. Lastly, she evolves a concept we've talked about on the podcast before of bringing your full self to work into bringing as much of yourself as you'd like to work, in a safe workplace.

Camille Pecor is the Global Innovation Lead, Marketing, at Anheuser Busch InBev and Co-Founder & CEO of Nightingale Guide. In this Coffee Chat, Camille shares the story of founding Nightingale, including the personal challenge that inspired it, and where she plans to take it in the future. She shares what it's like being a female founder and the balancing act of navigating masculine and feminine energy. We discuss communication & partnership, imposter syndrome, and balancing work & travel. We discuss whether or not someone should consider business school and we unpack our different planning styles. Go to www.nightingaleguide.com and use code BOSSLADIES15 for 15% off your Nightingale order!

Skyler Bouchard is the Founder of @diningwithskyler and is a home cook and on-air host. In this episode, Skyler shares her career journey that led to creating @diningwithsklyer and it's evolution as a brand. She talks about how to break into a new space, even if you don't have the traditional experience "required" for that field. She shares her strategies for dealing with trolls & staying positive as well as how to cheer on people in the same field rather than viewing them as competition. Also, check out our Cocktail Chat bonus episode where Skyler teaches us how to make a Lavender Gin Martini!

Join home cook and on-air host as well as founder of @diningwithskyler, Skyler Bouchard, as she teaches us how to make a Lavender Gin Martini! Sip this cocktail while you listen to our interview.

Ali Meyer is a Senior Technical Recruiter and the founder of In The Door, a boutique company that specializes in a one-on-one approach to job searching. In this Coffee Chat, we talk about how she found her way into recruiting, the implicit biases we face when hiring, resumes & cover letters, recruiting stories & more.

Heidi Hupe is the President & Chief Growth Officer of Nox Health, a one-stop, holistic solution helping to identify, address and resolve sleep issues across the globe. In this episode, we talk about career pivots and why they can be so beneficial, despite the fear that comes with them. Heidi shares advice on how to get on your first board, including creating a board bio, putting yourself out there and asking to be on the board. Heidi highlights the importance of DE&I and the value it can bring to the company. She shares how these efforts improve hiring, especially with regards to equitable pay. Lastly, Heidi shares her views on the appropriate age to start looking for board work.

LisaMarie Casey is an Entrepreneur & Angel Advisor, with over 35 years of execution expertise in strategic and management development in the information technology, entrepreneurial/startup and mid-size communities. In this episode, LisaMarie shares stories about the micro-aggressions she witnessed & dealt with as a woman working in a male dominated space and explains why advocating for oneself can be a great mechanism for combating them. She shares why negative experiences can often present the best moments of mentorship and why your tribes are important support groups to leverage. She talks about her career superpowers and advice she has for Boss Ladies looking to elevate their careers. Lastly, she reminds us why it's important to surround yourself with people who can help you to strengthen the skills you have and teach you more of the skills you're missing.

Dr. Wendy Suzuki is a Professor of Neural Science and Psychology in the Center for Neural Science at New York University and a celebrated international authority on neuroplasticity. She was recently named one of the top ten women changing the way we see the world by Good Housekeeping and regularly serves as a sought-after expert for publications including The Wall Street Journal, Shape, and Health. Her TED talk has more than 31 million views on Facebook and was the 2nd most viewed TED talk of 2018. She is the author of Good Anxiety and Healthy Brain, Happy Life. In this episode, Wendy shares the short term and long term benefits of exercise on your brain. She provides us with the perfect exercise prescription in order to maximize these benefits. Wendy explains what good anxiety is and shares strategies for using good anxiety to our benefit, especially at work. She talks about how to be a great mentor for the next generation of Boss Ladies as well as tips for working in a male dominated space.

Lia Bartha, is the founder of the exercise program B The Method, which is a mix of highly unique pilates-based, low-impact movements, with inspiration from dance and swimming, to strengthen, restore and protect the body. In this episode, Lia shares her career journey from the corporate world to creating B The Method, which boasts a community built on authenticity. We talk about how to find ways to motivate yourself to workout, what it's like collaborating with your spouse, as well as her personal growth from starting the company.

Natalie McDonald is the Founder of Create NYC, a $27+ million annual revenue, global healthcare agency that serves the highly-regulated pharmaceutical industry. In this episode, Natalie shares why shared values are so important when creating a great team and company culture. She discusses the importance of having a team first mentality as well as strategies for keeping work fun in the remote environment. She talks about what makes a good manager and how to manager your manager. Lastly, she shares strategies for giving and receiving feedback.

Dawn Halkuff is the CEO of Ideal Protein, a company who's mission is to empower people to achieve transformational, lasting weight loss and live healthier lives. In this episode, we talk about why positivity in the workplace is a strength. We discuss whether or not you should be using exclamation points in your emails. Dawn also shares of the importance of sponsorship and mentorship, including personal examples from her career. She tells us about an amazing group chat she has with likeminded women and how they have continued to support each other. Lastly, she shares a fun fact about the Guinness Beer Tap Handle that you won't want to miss.

Are you passionate about storytelling? Are you eager to start facing your fears? Dessy Levinson, CEO & Founder at Crate, shares her passion for storytelling and how it can help get venture capital dollars. She shares the recipe for creating a good story, including where to start. She explains why finding narratives of individuals who had to step up and save the world, like Buffy the Vampire Slayer, are a great reminder that we can also step up and find resources we didn't know we had within us. She tells us why it's important to face our fears and take a stand, even when things get scary. She highlights why it's important to understand that fear is here to serve us.

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Gabrielle Boozer is the Chief Financial Officer at Schiavone Construction Co. LLC. In this episode, Gabrielle reminds us why it's important to have something that's yours, like your career. She shares her experience and strategies for working in a male dominated space, how to gain respect, why it's good to admit when you've made a mistake and advice for men looking to be an ally. Lastly, she shares approaches for those hiring and looking for jobs.

Meymuna Hussein-Cattan is the Founder and Executive Director at The Tiyya Foundation, which creates communities of support and organizes access to economic opportunities and critical resources for immigrants, refugees, and displaced indigenous communities. She is also the Founder of Flavors from Afar, which is focused on serving bright ingredients prepared fresh by local chefs who happen to be former refugees & asylum seekers. In this episode, Meymuna shares her personal journey that led to founding The Tiyya Foundation as well as Flavors from Afar Catering. She shares how she's learned to solve problems and strategize. Meymuna talks about the role models & mentors she's found through her board of directors, but also how this organization is pioneering something new. She shares how she combats Imposter Syndrome. Also, Meymuna reminds us of the importance of taking breaks & vacation, as it can help you do the best problem solving and keep you from burning out. Lastly, she shares the importance of therapy! If you're looking to get involved with Tiyya, send an email to info@tiyya.org.

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Margo Lang is the Vice President, People & Organization (HR) Strategy at Sony Pictures Entertainment. In this episode, Margo shares why failure is so important and how we can use it to redefine success. Margo talks about her role in HR, why she feels HR is one of the best career paths, how to get started in HR and what the last two years have been like during the pandemic. She also discusses mentorship, including how to find one and how to approach conversations as the mentee.

Quick reminder to support those around you, specifically the junior members on your team or those still figuring out what they want to do with their career.

Tingting Turski is the Product Lead for the Cash App at Square. Square builds common business tools in unconventional ways so more people can start, run, and grow their businesses. In this episode, she shares strategies for being a good manager, including adapting your management style and checking in on a more personal level. We spoke about what makes a good mentor, how to approach conversations with your mentor as a mentee, how to be a good ally, including previewing ideas with allies before the meeting and why healthy tension with stakeholders leads to better outcomes.

Jenifer Herrmann is the EVP, Marketing, New Business Development at Evergreen Trading, a media investment agency that works with businesses in every industry to provide financial resilience and sustainable solutions. Formerly, Jenifer was Senior Manager of Global Marketing Partnerships for the NBA. In this episode, Jenifer shares her wisdom on why it's important to trust your voice, why vulnerability can make us stronger, strategies for keeping a healthy mind and her journey of coming out as LGBTQ+.

Are you a female founder looking for investors? Are you frustrated by the fact that most investor dollars go to male founders? Join me in welcoming Meghan Cross, Partner at Amplifyher Ventures, which is a new Venture Capital fund backing high-growth startups built by exceptional women. In this episode, she shares advice for women running a business, especially with regards to what early stage investors look at. She not only talks about the current issues with the lack of investment dollars going to diverse founders, but also the impact on a company's success when it's lead by a diverse team. She also shares what a day in the life of a partner at a VC fund is like.

Are you a female founder looking for investors? Are you frustrated by the fact that most investor dollars go to male founders? Join me in welcoming Meghan Cross, Partner at Amplifyher Ventures, which is a new Venture Capital fund backing high-growth startups built by exceptional women. In this episode, she shares advice for women running a business, especially with regards to what early stage investors look at. She not only talks about the current issues with the lack of investment dollars going to diverse founders, but also the impact on a company's success when it's lead by a diverse team. She also shares what a day in the life of a partner at a VC fund is like.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Val DiFebo is the CEO of Deutsch New York, a fully integrated advertising, design, and digital agency. In this episode, Val shares her career journey working her way to the top at Deutsch, a brand she has always had great faith in, and leading with positivity. She explains why her goal is to foster an environment where people are excited to collaborate with one another. Val also walks us through the importance of trusting your employees, especially during the pandemic. However, she also explains why it's critical to give your employees the flexibility and the power to fail. Val is anything but shy when it comes to advocating for equality in the workplace. In 2019, she was featured in Adweek's “Women Trailblazer” series and named one of uAspire's “First Ones” of 2020, which celebrates leaders who are the first in their family to graduate college. Passionate about supporting early career playwrights, creative storytellers and educating young students about the performing arts she holds Board positions for The Playwrights Realm and On Broadway's Performing Arts Training Program. She is Chairman of the Hearts of Gold Foundation, which assists at-risk mothers, and holds Board positions with the ANA Educational Foundation (AEF) and at her alma mater, Williams College.

Val DiFebo is the CEO of Deutsch New York, a fully integrated advertising, design, and digital agency. In this episode, Val shares her career journey working her way to the top at Deutsch, a brand she has always had great faith in, and leading with positivity. She explains why her goal is to foster an environment where people are excited to collaborate with one another. Val also walks us through the importance of trusting your employees, especially during the pandemic. However, she also explains why it's critical to give your employees the flexibility and the power to fail. Val is anything but shy when it comes to advocating for equality in the workplace. In 2019, she was featured in Adweek's “Women Trailblazer” series and named one of uAspire's “First Ones” of 2020, which celebrates leaders who are the first in their family to graduate college. Passionate about supporting early career playwrights, creative storytellers and educating young students about the performing arts she holds Board positions for The Playwrights Realm and On Broadway's Performing Arts Training Program. She is Chairman of the Hearts of Gold Foundation, which assists at-risk mothers, and holds Board positions with the ANA Educational Foundation (AEF) and at her alma mater, Williams College.

Jennifer DaSilva is the President of Berlin Cameron, a full service, boutique creative agency. In this episode, Jennifer walks us through her experience leading efforts outside of work to help women excel in their careers. Jennifer tells us about her role as a Master Connecter and shares strategic ways we can work on connecting people. She talks to us about the challenges women in the workplace have faced during the pandemic and how we can help get them back on track. Jennifer recently championed a division of Berlin Cameron called LLShe, empowering female founders through creativity and connection. In 2020, she was named Working Mother of the Year by She Run's It and was given the Campaign US Choice Award for Fearless Pioneer for her “noteworthy, badass work across the industry.” She is the founder of a networking group called connect4women.com. Jennifer also advises female run start-ups, is on the board of Girl Up and most importantly is a wife and mother of two boys.

Jennifer DaSilva is the President of Berlin Cameron, a full service, boutique creative agency. In this episode, Jennifer walks us through her experience leading efforts outside of work to help women excel in their careers. Jennifer tells us about her role as a Master Connecter and shares strategic ways we can work on connecting people. She talks to us about the challenges women in the workplace have faced during the pandemic and how we can help get them back on track. Jennifer recently championed a division of Berlin Cameron called LLShe, empowering female founders through creativity and connection. In 2020, she was named Working Mother of the Year by She Run's It and was given the Campaign US Choice Award for Fearless Pioneer for her “noteworthy, badass work across the industry.” She is the founder of a networking group called connect4women.com. Jennifer also advises female run start-ups, is on the board of Girl Up and most importantly is a wife and mother of two boys.

Roxy Young is the Chief Marketing Officer at Reddit, Inc. Roxy is leading the charge to make Reddit a daily destination for a more diverse group of people, all over the world. In this week's episode, we talk about her career journey, including leading the team behind the incredible Reddit Super Bowl ad addressing the stock market controversy with GameStop & AMC entertainment. We discuss her passion for building communities and what that's been like at Reddit. She shares strategies for leading with humility and kindness, while still being seen as a fearless leader. Lastly, she tells us what her experience has been like as Reddit's first Hispanic woman in the C-Suite.

Roxy Young is the Chief Marketing Officer at Reddit, Inc. Roxy is leading the charge to make Reddit a daily destination for a more diverse group of people, all over the world. In this week's episode, we talk about her career journey, including leading the team behind the incredible Reddit Super Bowl ad addressing the stock market controversy with GameStop & AMC entertainment. We discuss her passion for building communities and what that's been like at Reddit. She shares strategies for leading with humility and kindness, while still being seen as a fearless leader. Lastly, she tells us what her experience has been like as Reddit's first Hispanic woman in the C-Suite.

Rhiannon Menn is the Founder of Lasagna Love. In 2020, prompted by the COVID-related struggles of families in her community and her own feeling of helplessness, she founded Lasagna Love. A platform that connects neighbors for home-cooked meal delivery, Lasagna Love has transformed into a national movement of kindness, impacting thousands of volunteers and recipient families each week. In this week's episode, Rhiannon discusses Imposter Syndrome and the importance of being proud of yourself. She also shares stories around mentorship, the power of community, and raising strong willed children.

Rhiannon Menn is the Founder of Lasagna Love. In 2020, prompted by the COVID-related struggles of families in her community and her own feeling of helplessness, she founded Lasagna Love. A platform that connects neighbors for home-cooked meal delivery, Lasagna Love has transformed into a national movement of kindness, impacting thousands of volunteers and recipient families each week. In this week's episode, Rhiannon discusses Imposter Syndrome and the importance of being proud of yourself. She also shares stories around mentorship, the power of community, and raising strong willed children.

Risa Heller is the CEO of Risa Heller Communications, a full-service communications and public affairs consultancy based in New York City. Risa has served at the highest levels of government: as Communications Director to U.S. Senator Charles Schumer. She served as his chief media strategist and senior spokesperson, and moved on to serve in a similar role for New York State Governor David A. Paterson. In this episode, Risa walks us through her career journey and shares how she unexpectedly found her way into PR. Risa explains why working for the government is one of the best ways to learn a ton of skills, especially early on in your career, and how great it is to see the ways in which the government can be beneficial and help people's lives. Risa shares the story behind starting the NY forever campaign, a campaign dedicated to rebuilding New York after the pandemic. Risa also gives advice on running your own company and the importance of trusting your instincts throughout the process.

Risa Heller is the CEO of Risa Heller Communications, a full-service communications and public affairs consultancy based in New York City. Risa has served at the highest levels of government: as Communications Director to U.S. Senator Charles Schumer. She served as his chief media strategist and senior spokesperson, and moved on to serve in a similar role for New York State Governor David A. Paterson. In this episode, Risa walks us through her career journey and shares how she unexpectedly found her way into PR. Risa explains why working for the government is one of the best ways to learn a ton of skills, especially early on in your career, and how great it is to see the ways in which the government can be beneficial and help people’s lives. Risa shares the story behind starting the NY forever campaign, a campaign dedicated to rebuilding New York after the pandemic. Risa also gives advice on running your own company and the importance of trusting your instincts throughout the process.

Marilyn Kapaun is a Partner at Bovis, Kyle, Burch & Medlin, LLC, and a Professor of Criminal Law and Ethics of Law at Georgia State University. Marilyn walks us through the thoughtful steps she takes in legal negotiations and mediations and shares strategies on how to stay level headed even when the surrounding emotions are heightened. Marilyn is the proud mother of a Boss Lady and gives advice on how to raise the future generation of Boss Ladies.

Marilyn Kapaun is a Partner at Bovis, Kyle, Burch & Medlin, LLC, and a Professor of Criminal Law and Ethics of Law at Georgia State University. Marilyn walks us through the thoughtful steps she takes in legal negotiations and mitigations and shares strategies on how to stay level headed even when the surrounding emotions are heightened. Marilyn is the proud mother of a Boss Lady and gives advice on how to raise the future generation of Boss Ladies.

Jennifer Randle is the EVP of Finance and Operations at The Chernin Group, a multi-stage investment firm dedicated to building consumer businesses with a major portfolio including Twitter, Zola, Hello Sunshine, Pandora, Headspace & more. In this week's episode, Jennifer emphasizes the importance of trusting and empowering your team by delegating, a skill she strengthened while raising four boys. Jennifer discusses why it's important, as a manager, to let people on your team fail. She shares her strategies for balancing work and life before the pandemic and in the shift to working from home. She also shares the positive impact working from home has had on her time with her family.

Jennifer Randle is the EVP of Finance and Operations at The Chernin Group, a multi-stage investment firm dedicated to building consumer businesses with a major portfolio including Twitter, Zola, Hello Sunshine, Pandora, Headspace & more. In this week's episode, Jennifer emphasizes the importance of trusting and empowering your team by delegating, a skill she strengthened while raising four boys. Jennifer discusses why it's good as a manager to let people on your team fail. She shares her strategies for balancing work and life both before the pandemic and in the shift to working from home. She also shares the positive impact working from home has had on her time with her family.

Recently awarded Forbes 30 Under 30 in Enterprise Technology, Nikita Gupta is the Co-Founder & CTO at Symba, an all-female founded tech startup. Symba is the leading remote internship platform helping businesses adapt to the future of work—adopting remote operations, investing in the next generation of talent, and committing to diversity and inclusion. On today's episode, Nikita shares the challenges of fundraising as a woman of color and a woman in technology, the power of following your gut and listening to your mentors, as well as advice she has for the future generation of Boss Ladies. She also reminds us that age does not directly correlate to knowledge. Nikita was recently featured in Crunchbase as one of 9 South Asian Female Entrepreneurs Changing the Game.

Recently awarded Forbes 30 Under 30 in Enterprise Technology, Nikita Gupta is the Co-Founder & CTO at Symba, an all-female founded tech startup. Symba is the leading remote internship platform helping businesses adapt to the future of work—adopting remote operations, investing in the next generation of talent, and committing to diversity and inclusion. On today's episode, Nikita shares the challenges of fundraising as a woman of color and a woman in technology, the power of following your gut and listening to your mentors, as well as advice she has for the future generation of Boss Ladies. She also reminds us that age does not directly correlate to knowledge. Nikita was recently featured in Crunchbase as one of 9 South Asian Female Entrepreneurs Changing the Game.

Mitzi Reaugh is an executive, entrepreneur, and public company board member and has negotiated over $7B+ in deal transactions. In this week's episode, Mitzi walks us through every stage of a business deal negotiation and shares strategies for each step of the process. Mitzi also shares her advice for personal negotiations, including how to appropriately ask your manager for a raise or a promotion. Mitzi is the co-founder and advisory board member to the non-profit FEME (Female Executives in Media & Entertainment). She reminds us of the key benefits of networking, especially in organizations like FEME, and the power of women supporting women.

Mitzi Reaugh is an executive, entrepreneur, and public company board member and has negotiated over $7B+ in deal transactions. In this week's episode, Mitzi walks us through every stage of a business deal negotiation and shares strategies for each step of the process. Mitzi also shares her advice for personal negotiations, including how to appropriately ask your manager for a raise or a promotion. Mitzi is the co-founder and advisory board member to the non-profit FEME (Female Executives in Media & Entertainment). She reminds us of the key benefits of networking, especially in organizations like FEME, and the power of women supporting women.

Pearl Collings, the CEO of Contently, takes us through the full lifecycle of a job and shares strategies for advocating for yourself each step of the way. Whether it's finding a job, starting a job, getting a promotion, or taking on a management role, Pearl leaves you with executable steps to be successful for each part of the journey.

Pearl Collings, the CEO of Contently, takes us through the full lifecycle of a job and shares strategies for advocating for yourself each step of the way. Whether it's finding a job, starting a job, getting a promotion, or taking on a management role, Pearl leaves you with executable steps to be successful for each part of the journey.

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Tammy Na and Amber Luan are the co-founders of Lazy Sundaes, a new cafe offering bubble tea and bingsoo, which is Korean shaved ice. In this episode, we chat about launching a business during the pandemic, what they value as partners, and the challenges they face as female entrepreneurs.

Tammy Na and Amber Luan are the co-founders of Lazy Sundaes, a new cafe offering bubble tea and bingsoo, which is Korean shaved ice. In this episode, we chat about launching a business during the pandemic, what they value as partners, and the challenges they face as female entrepreneurs. 

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Julie Waxman is the Founder and CEO of Baked in Color, a rainbow chocolate chip treat company. In this episode, Julie talks about what inspired her to start Baked in Color, how operations have changed during the pandemic, the transition from having a boss to being a boss and leading by example. Order your treats today at http://www.bakedincolor.com/

Julie Waxman is the Founder and CEO of Baked in Color, a rainbow chocolate chip treat company. In this episode, Julie talks about what inspired her to start Baked in Color, how operations have changed during the pandemic, the transition from having a boss to being a boss and leading by example. Order your treats today at http://www.bakedincolor.com/