She Dynasty

On this episode of She Dynasty, we're joined by Alicia Yoon, Founder and CEO of Peach & Lily. We're talking about how her own skincare journey with severe eczema ignited her passion to help others with their journey. Hit play to learn more about the glow-up that led to the viral Glass Skin trend on TikTok!

On this episode of She Dynasty, we're joined by a real champion for founder vision. Taryn Jones Laeben, Founder and President of IRL Ventures, joins Valerie to discuss how her incredible journey working with top name brands led her to start her own company in order to back founders and startups in a meaningful way. Head to any major podcast platform to hear some truly empowering words of wisdom!

On this episode of She Dynasty, we have a true innovator, and a champion of women's reproductive health! Alex Friedman, Co-Founder of LOLA and Managing Director/Partner at BCG, shares her story of how a lack of ingredient transparency within big tampon brands inspired her to start her own business and destigmatize the conversation. Hit play to hear how she sparked such an important conversation!

On this episode of She Dynasty, Valerie's joined by Heidi Zak, Co-Founder and CEO of ThirdLove, to discuss how one shopping trip at Victoria's Secret sparked the idea to disrupt an entire category. Tune in to hear about how her company became the top online intimate brand among millennials!

On this episode of She Dynasty, we have a true thought leader with us! Marla Kaplowitz, President & CEO of the 4A's, joins Valerie to discuss how she worked her way up all the way from Media Planner to CEO of the leading trade organization for marketing communication agencies. Listen now to hear a truly inspiring story of passion and drive!

On this episode of She Dynasty, we're sharing an incredibly inspiring story. TEDx Speaker, Bestselling Author, and former nonprofit CEO Ruth Rathblott is telling us what the true meaning of unhiding is after hiding her limb difference for 25 years. Listen now to hear how she learned to live her truth, and how it empowered her to advocate for others with a disability!

On this episode of She Dynasty, we've got a real force in tech! Emily Ketchen, Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of the Intelligent Devices Group & International Markets at Lenovo,  joins us and takes us through her incredible and unique journey from growing up a ‘third-culture kid', to leading the acceleration of Lenovo's global marketing transformation. Tune in to hear about how embracing change, taking risks, and learning to be comfortable with being uncomfortable became Emily's professional edge!

On this episode of She Dynasty, we're talking all things mothers and mental health! Nathalie Walton, VP of Brand and Social Impact at Babylist and Co-Founder & former CEO of Expectful, joins Valerie and opens up about the risks she took in the name of entrepreneurialism, the sacrifices necessary to do so as a new mother, and her path to becoming the CEO of the mental health app she used during her own pregnancy.   

On this episode of She Dynasty, Valerie's got a very special guest - and on a very special day! Toni Newman, Best-Selling African American Transgender Author, joined us on International Trans Day of Visibility, to share her amazing personal and professional journey! Tap the play button to hear about Toni's experience going from a scholarship student and self-proclaimed “sissy boy,” to being a proud trans woman, the Interim CEO of the Black AIDS Institute and the Director of The Coalition for Justice and Equality Across Movements at NMAC!

On this episode of She Dynasty, Valerie's doing something that's never been done before on She Dynasty - she's welcoming back her first ever return guest! Dr. Renee Dua, who founded Heal in 2014, is back with a whole new enterprise and revolutionizing the healthcare space once again with a personal health assistant, Renee. Tune in to hear more about how navigating the healthcare system for her aging parent sparked the need for her to automate herself in order to provide the care that they, and everyone deserves.

Valerie's talking to a true powerhouse this week. She's joined by Bianca Gates, CEO and Co-Founder at Birdies, as well as a special guest co-host! Tune in as they talk about how she built one of the fastest growing footwear companies out of the need for stylish, in home slippers that are perfect for entertaining!

On this episode of She Dynasty, Valerie's talking to a true inspiration and a personal champion - Peggy Ang, Global Executive in Consumer & Brand Management and former CMO/SVP of Marketing at LG Electronics. Peggy, having been born to a traditional Chinese family, takes Valerie on a journey from her nontraditional upbringing in the Philippines all the way to the states where she rose to the very top of her field.

On this episode, Danielle Cohen-Shohet takes us on her journey from self taught coder and self taught makeup artist to the CEO & Founder of GlossGenius! GlossGenius is the brains behind the beauty - it's the biggest software company focused on helping salons & spas run their businesses. Listen, download, and tell all your friends!

We're joined by Analisa Goodin, Founder & CEO of Catch+Release, this week! Listen in to hear more about the content licensing platform that's revolutionizing the space by allowing agencies - including the Woo - to license anything they find on the internet!

This week we're doing something totally different. We've got Kim Shapira, Celebrity Dietician and Nutrition Therapist, doing a live session with Valerie where she takes her through The Kim Shapira Method - an alternative to dieting that focuses on your interactions with food and your attitudes around it!

On this episode of She Dynasty, Valerie's talking pleasure with Alexandra Fine, Sexologist, Co-Founder & CEO of Dame. Al takes Valerie out of her comfort zone and dives into how Dame is changing the way we experience and explore sexuality, revolutionizing the way we talk about pleasure, and how they're trying to close the pleasure gap.

This week, Political Strategist and Senior Political Director for Crooked Media, Shaniqua McClendon, talks to us about her inspiring journey from North Carolina to Capitol Hill. Tune in to hear more about how she launched Vote Save America, the importance of being registered to vote, and the incredibly imperative work she's doing with Register Her.

This week, Mind-Body expert Dr. Claudia Aguirre talks to us about the science of the mind, and how its connection affects everything from skin health to overall longevity. Tune in to hear more about the mechanics behind feeling and emotion, the physiology of stress, and her personal journey taking neuroscience into the wellness field with brands like L'Oreal, Headspace, Unilever and more!

This week, I speak with Sarah Jones Simmer, current CEO of Found and former COO of Bumble. Found is a modern weight care platform pioneering integrated support through personalized coaching, online community, and if indicated, prescription medication. Sarah walks us through her career path to the c-suite as well as how her personal health battles shaped the way she saw her life and career. Tune in to hear more about Sarah's journey and how she got to where she is today!  

This week, wellness leader, Mia Kyricos, speaks with us about what's most important in and out of the office: love and authentic human connection. Mia is a global leading woman in wellness, sits on the advisory boards of Cornell university, Wellness for Cancer, and the Global Wellness Institute. She is also a celebrated speaker and has had her worked featured in the New York Times, LA Times, Travel Weekly, and more, and is the President & Chief Love Officer at Kyricos & Associates LLC. Mia delves into the booming industry, her personal journey to becoming the wellness expert she is, and what it means to be a “Chief Love Officer.” For all those who want to learn more about the wellness economy, as well as those who need a reminder about the vital importance of love and curiosity, tune in for a sincere and honest conversation. 

This week, I have a truly authentic and illuminating conversation with Dr. Carole Robin, former Stanford professor of the world-renowned course "Interpersonal Dynamics," Co-founder of Leaders in Tech, and Author of “Connect: Building Exceptional Relationships with Family, Friends, and Colleagues.” Carole speaks about the importance of human connection and how we can improve relationships in our lives both in the office and with our loved ones. From her amazing and diverse experiences in her career, to her world-renowned Stanford course, to truly raw moments of self-discovery and reflection, Carole is a shining example of how to create meaningful emotional connections! 

This week, I have the honor of speaking with Dr.Ruth K Westheimer, world-renowned psycho sexual therapist, talk show host, author, professor, and Holocaust survivor. Dr.Ruth speaks with us about the art ofwoo-ing and its important role in relationships both in business and in our personal lives. For all those who want to learn more about the art of human connection and what it takes to “woo” someone, tune in for a funny, thoughtful, and educational conversation!    

This week, Allison Ellsworth, Founder and Chief Brand Officer at Poppi, a prebiotic soda that promotes gut health and the leading prebiotic soda and the fastest growing non-alcoholic beverage brand in the US, takes us through her start-up journey (one that includes an inside look into Shark Tank!), as well as her insights into risk taking, entrepreneurship, and the power of positivity! For all those out there doubting their ambitious, yet risky dreams, tune in and let Allison guide you. Don't forget to use code "SHEDYNASTY" for 15% off Poppi on Amazon!

This week's episode is the perfect manual for a budding entrepreneur! Lindsay Kaplan, Co-founder of Chief, the private network of executive women on a mission to change the face of leadership, joins us to talk creativity in business, the importance of having a complementary and supportive partner, why businesses need to be more inclusive and diverse, and the significance in taking calculated risks. 

This week, Christy Desai,Co-founder, CEO, and LMFT at Okay Humans, a fresh approach to face to face therapy, designed to make getting help accessible and affordable for everyone, speaks with us about the importance of taking risks, following your intuitions, and advocating for yourself.

Lisa Ross, U.S. CEO of Edelman, the largest communications firm in the world, speaks with us about the “beautiful burden” of being a black female CEO in a time of unrest and inequity and inspires us to place value on our emotions, communities, and driving change.

Amy Schecter, the CEO of Ever/Body joins us to talk bravery, believing in yourself, and the importance of being confident in who you are and what you want. Plus, we discuss what it's like working on the cutting edge of the cosmetic dermatology industry.  

This week, Vicki Shabo, a Senior Fellow at the New America Foundation took time out of her busy schedule to educate us about her work advocating for gender equity in the workplace, including the fight for a national paid and medical family leave program.

We met with Lara Sweet, the former Chief People Officer of Snap Inc., this week to talk about working your way to the C-Suite, finding your passion, and the importance of being known as a problem solver. We also discussed the power of asking for help and never having to choose between family and work.

This week we speak with Rashida Hodge, the VP of Azure Data and AI at Microsoft Customer Success about what it's like to be a black woman leading her field in tech. Plus, we dig into sticking up for yourself at work and learning to say yes to opportunity when it presents itself.

This week, Jen Hollingsworth, COO of Lionsgate motion picture group shares her personal journey to becoming part of the C-Suite and everything she discovered along the way. Plus, we discuss advocating for yourself and others, learning to lead, and how hard it can be to stop apologizing.

This week, we talk to the legendary actress from the hit show Three’s Company, Suzanne Somers! Hear how she went from being the most famous and beloved actress on TV to getting fired, just because she asked for a pay raise. Plus, she takes us through the ups and downs of her journey through publishing and building a health and wellness empire and how at the age of 74 she and her husband Alan still keep the spark alive.  

This week, we talk to Kerstin Emhoff, CEO of PRETTYBIRD, Ventureland, and Pipelines. Kerstin talks about how she went from dancing ballet as a young girl in Minnesota all the way to starting one of the most well-renowned production companies. Though she faced several snags along the way, Kerstin has achieved great success. We also hear about how she is working to effect change in the entertainment industry. 

On this episode of She Dynasty, the inspiring CFO of Hello Sunshine, Liz Jenkins, discusses how she went from wanting to be an actress to being at the c-suite level at a powerful media company. Liz and Valerie also pause to address the current social climate, including systemic racism and the Black Lives Matter movement. 

Need a break from hearing about Coronavirus or stressing about work? Get lost in part 2 of Valerie’s personal love story. If you haven’t heard part one (episode 36) is important that you do! And The She Will Overcome essay challenge continues! Go to shedynasty.com to learn more. Submission guidelines: Submit your essay to info@shedynasty.com Give it a fun and creative title Must be about overcoming a snag/hardship (does not need to be work-related) 1,700 words or less Must be a true story Of course,  you retain the rights to your story – we just want to read it!

Amanda Chantal Bacon, founder and CEO of Moon Juice, talks to us about why her own health crisis sparked an idea to start a plant-based nutrition company. Plus, she discusses the challenges of starting a business as a single mother and gives advice to other budding entrepreneurs. 

Donna Lamar, Global Executive Creative Director at Twitter, talks about being a creative in the business world, and tells us what she learned on the way to being a top executive at one of the most used social networks in the world.

Today’s episode is a special Deep Dive episode where we discuss the barriers to women advancing professionally with Meiko Takayama, founder and CEO of Advancing Women Executives. She tells us why despite all the talk about improving, the percentage of women in senior management positions has actually gone down. Plus, she shares advice for women dealing with bias at their office.

Listen to Afton Vechary, CEO and co-founder of at-home reproductive health test company Modern Fertility, talk about how she recognized the information gap in women’s health and why getting her own reproductive health tested helped her spot this market need. Plus, she goes in-depth about everything you need to know about women’s fertility.

Nancy Daniels, Chief Brand Officer of Discovery & Factual talks to us about taking a pay cut to leave a job she hated and how she climbed the ladder at one of the largest TV networks. 

Nicci Levy, founder and CEO of Alchemy 43, busts some Botox myths and tells us everything we need to know about injectables before getting work done. She also talks about how Dry Bar inspired her to make getting injectables more of a comfortable experience.

This week, we talk to Wende Zomnir, the founder and chief creative officer of Urban Decay. She tells us how she created a makeup brand specializing in bold colors in an age where nudes dominated. Plus, she gives us an inside scoop on the beauty industry and talks us through where she sees it going next. 

In this special episode, Valerie reads an essay titled The Worst 13 Days written by a listener about the burden of mental health and struggling to find her place in her family. Plus, Valerie talks to the writer about how the story ended.

Sandra Dewey, President of Business Operations at WarnerMedia, talks about the highly anticipated HBO Max and how they’re keeping up with other top streaming services. She also walks us through the challenges of balancing overseeing a traditional TV network with launching a streaming service.  Follow us on Instagram!    

Sali Christeson, founder and CEO of women’s workwear brand Argent talks about the sexism she faced as a woman in finance and how that led her to starting her brand (Spoiler, she gives us this insane stat: a woman’s appearance affects her career 20-40% of the time.) She also gives advice on what to wear to an interview and tells us the impact appearance has on a woman’s career.  The pantsuit article we talked about: https://www.fastcompany.com/90393935/the-outrageous-deeply-sexist-history-of-the-pantsuit Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/she_dynasty/ Find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheSheDynasty

Sarah Kunst, the founder of the venture capital fund Cleo Capital talks us through the basics of venture capital and what she looks for when investing. Plus, hear her advice for people looking to start their own company.  Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/she_dynasty Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/TheSheDynasty  

In this special episode, Valerie launches the She Will Overcome essay challenge by sharing a very personal love story she wrote about something that happened to her when she was just 26 years old. Listen in to hear the unexpected ending and how she overcame this crazy snag. Plus, learn how you can get your essay read on the show! If you enjoy Modern Love you will LOVE this story. The She Will Overcome Essay Challenge is Valerie's way of sharing other women's personal stories while showing off their incredible writing skills, and inspiring others to overcome.  Submission guidelines: Submit your essay to info@shedynasty.com Give it a fun and creative title Must be about overcoming a snag/hardship (does not need to be work-related) 1,700 words or less Must be a true story Of course,  you retain the rights to your story – we just want to read it!  

Brittany Driscoll, founder and CEO of Squeeze Massage, talks to us about creating the ultimate massage experience. Listen to learn how her background at Drybar led to her starting her own company and how she has taken what she learned there to create the Drybar of massages.

This week, we spoke to Kim Getty, an icon in Valerie's own industry. Kim is president of Deutsch LA, widely known for their work on Taco Bell, Volkswagen, and Target among others. Hear her experience spearheading national advertising campaigns, and how she got to where she did in a male-dominated industry.

Alix Peabody, founder and CEO of Bev Rosé, shares her incredible journey that led to her founding a female-focused company in a male-dominated industry. Hear how she overcame a challenging diagnosis that required six surgeries and ultimately paved the way for her to start Bev.

Susan Sarich, founder and CEO of SusieCakes, shares how she turned her grandmothers’ home recipes into a successful bakery with over 25 locations while maintaining the high quality and freshness she’s known for. Listen as she talks about expanding her bakery beyond California, shares the failures that led to her success, and tells us which SusieCakes item is her favorite.