Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition This week we are interviewing Molly Nesham founder of PersnickeTea Company Get to know Molly Molly Nesham, co-founder of the St. Peters Chess Club, has been teaching and tutoring for more than 30 years. She graduated from General Motors Institute, which is now Kettering University, with a Bachelors of Electrical Engineering in 1981 and worked as an engineer for several years, implementing robots and automation systems and training people to use them; her accomplishments include: inventing a sprue-picker robot for unloading injection molding machines, a robot that makes Nerf balls for Parker Brothers, and an automation system to make Lunchables at Oscar Mayer. In 2006, Molly and her husband opened a Mathnasium Learning Center but left the franchise in 2008 to expand the offerings and form BEST Tutoring, helping more than 200 students to understand Math. Molly has taught high school Math and Science, Logic, Geography and Chess classes, as an advocate for the “Thomas Jefferson” model of classical education for the raising up of leaders and lifelong learners Molly started blending tea for health reasons and organized PersnickeTea to help others deal with similar issues. You can purchase her “Made in Missouri” organic and known-source tea blends at Not Jaded Boutique and Ellbee’s General Store in Wentzville, Sugar Cubed and Kickin It with Kava in St Charles, Farm Table in O’Fallon, and online atPersnickeTea.com and on our Tea Cupboard app. Currently, Molly teaches Math and Personal Finance at Trinity Christian Academy, where she is also the Chess Coach. She is also a Substitute Teacher in the Ft Zumwalt School District. She has fun teaching Tea-ography, Number Sense, and other classes for Homeschooler Link, when she is not writing, designing software, tutoring Math, inventing something, memorizing poetry, or creating new blends of tea. Her plans include hosting more tea tastings and opening a tea processing facility here in Missouri.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition This week we are interviewing Kimberly Ferguson owner of Emerald Expectations Accounting Get to know Kimberly My name is Kimberly Ferguson, and I'll be doing your accounting! My background is in Aviation and Accounting, but I started my career in customer service. For over 10 years now, I have been professionally serving the public, and I never grow tired of it! Whether you are shy, outgoing, pessimistic, or just plain happy - I want to get to know you, and learn about your needs for your small business, and for your family. It's why I’m here! I began college as an Aeronautical Science major and received my pilot's license. But while studying for my Business Management minor, I discovered Accounting. After graduating with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, I started working for a bookkeeping firm. I began as a Bookkeeping Assistant, and quickly worked my way up to the Chief of Operations. It was then that I realized that we needed to have a tax professional to work with who cared about our clients the way that I did. I immediately began studying to obtain my Enrolled Agent status, and my Masters in Accountancy. Now, I work with my clients to fulfill all of their bookkeeping and accounting needs in one convenient location.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition This week we are interviewing Kim Moos - Cotton Cuts Get to know Kim Kim Moos (pronounced like the hair care product and animal, but spelled like neither) is the Founder and Chief Fabric Enthusiast of Cotton Cuts, an e-commerce subscription provider of premium, precut fabric for quilters. Kim has over 15 years of experience in the corporate world, holding roles of increasing responsibility in R&D, Business Development, Project Management, culminating as the Chief of Staff to the President and CEO at Mallinckrodt. Cotton Cuts is Kim’s first startup venture and she looks forward to leveraging her skill set to pursue her passion. Kim has a degree in Biomedical Engineering from Tulane University and a MBA from Boston University. She is the proud mother of two boys, Lincoln and Dominic and calls St. Louis home.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition This week we are interviewing Tracy Ellis Co-Owner of Rick & Tracy Ellis Team Get to know Tracy Tracy Ellis CEO/Owner of The Rick and Tracy Ellis Team has been in real estate for over 20 years and together with her husband, they’ve listed and or sold over $300MM in real estate. Tracy was with RE/MAX for 17 years and inducted into her former company RE/MAX’s Hall of Fame. The Ellis’ were the #1 Team at RE/MAX Edge in Chesterfield when they made the move to KW Chesterfield in 2017. The Ellis’ were with KW for almost two years and were ranked the #2 team at the Chesterfield office when they moved their company to eXp Realty in 2019.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition This week we are interviewing Laura Penney Laurie, founder of Vibrant Living With Laura Get to know Laura Laura is an expert Health Coach and Entrepreneur. She has coached, inspired, and motivated thousands of people while helping them transform their lives; not only physically, but financially, emotionally and spiritually. Laura is passionate about creating vibrant health, financial freedom and a life of choice for families. Laura is passionately committed to helping others live their most vibrant lives! I am a wife -married 20 years, mom, 2 teenagers, avid fitness enthusiast and lover of food, family time and animals!

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition This week we are changing it up a bit and interviewing someone who has helped many moms get through some of the invisible walls that held them back and wants to bring some unbiased insights to help us with our mission of empowering moms in all areas of life. Get to know Kourtney Thomas of Kourtney Thomas Performance Coaching Kourtney Thomas is a Conquer-the-World-Coach for women who want to know what the heck they’re doing. On the daily, everyone needs the blunt (but kind) reminder that the only “right” way to do something is the way that works for YOU. With a background in performance coaching, Kourtney has a gift for understanding all kinds of people, building instant rapport, and saying what she means without being mean. She helps women cut through the fluff to the conversations that matter. There aren’t confetti cannons around here, but there’s a whole lot of grit and growth. When she’s not coaching, Kourtney enjoys bicep curls fueled by cake and riding her Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe, outside of Saint Louis, MO, where she lives with her husband, dog, and two cats.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition This week we are interviewing Melanie Maynor of Aging Gracefully Get to know Melanie: I grew up in a small town in south Louisiana surrounded by grandparents and great- grandparents . I spent many hours with my grandparents. I loved hearing their stories and interacting with the older generation. I studied psychology at Belhaven College then completed a Master’s in Social Work at Washington University with a concentration in gerontology and a specialization in family therapy. My 19 year career in social work in the St Louis community includes work with psychiatric, medical and geriatric settings. Aging Gracefully beautifully marries my education and passions. Geriatric care management is an individualized and personalized service. I collaborate with you to tailor services to the circumstances and needs of your family. I love spending time with families and individuals and really knowing their stories. I enjoy collaborating and advocating with others including doctors, nurses, home health agencies, caregivers, etc. With years of experience, I have knowledge of competent geriatric medical professionals and facilities in the St. Louis area. I am a willing and capable advocate for clients and families because of my passion for them and my professional experience. Aging often refocuses our attention from activity and busyness to self-reflection and relational healing. It is my privilege to assist families to finish well during the twilight years of the older generation. My desire is to free families from daily care management tasks so they are able to relate as son, daughter, husband, wife, friend, etc. It is my pleasure to take care of the details of life and navigate systems so that your time as a family can be spent enjoying one another. Often, I am contacted by families at a point of crisis. You may be facing difficult medical dilemmas and significant transitions. My skills, resources and experience help you deal with a crisis and plan for the future. I provide a road map and guide you through transitions. You are likely here because you are overwhelmed. My work reflects my love for another generation and is my legacy to my loving grandparents and I look forward to coming alongside your family.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition This week we are interviewing Debbie Dames DeClue of Photography by DeClue Get to know Debbie: Debbie has been married for 25 years and has two boys. She has been in business for herself as a professional photographer for over 12 years. She has experience in many types of photography but mainly shoots Family & High School Senior portraits, Business Headshots/Branding Images, and action shot photography.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition This week we are interviewing Ellie Wharton of Radio63119 Get to know Ellie Ellie is a 30-year veteran in the Broadcasting industry, having worked for ABC- NBC- and CBS- owned television stations in San Francisco, CA, St. Louis, MO and Birmingham, AL. In the St. Louis market she worked for KMOV-TV, KEZK, KYKY and KSD radio stations. A graduate of Webster Groves High School, she entered Washington University in St. Louis immediately following high school, then moved to the San Francisco Bay Area where she earned an Associates degree in Journalism from Laney College in Oakland, CA and the equivalent of a Bachelors degree in Broadcast Communications from San Francisco State University in San Francisco, CA. At Laney College she created the first campus radio station for that institution. Ellie’s personal motivation is tied to service. A member of Agape SDA Church, she serves on the weekly nursing home ministry team. This 5-year ministry has resulted in three souls being baptized, two have gotten married, and scores have received the message of God’s unending mercy and His precious gift of salvation. Ellie is a Rotarian, a board member on the Webster Groves Chamber of Commerce, the Webster Groves Historical Society, and Webster Arts, along with being named Citizen of the Year in Webster Groves for 2017. Despite her professional and civic accomplishments, her most fulfilling time was spent, along with her late husband, Keith, as a missionary in Belize and Panama, where she worked with Christian radio stations producing programming and working as an on-air talent. Upon returning to the United States, the couple’s strong spiritual beliefs prompted them to build a local medium that would allow access to dynamic spiritual, educational, cultural, lifestyle and civic messages. Thus, KWRH-LP Radio 63119 became the newest FM radio station in this region, built from the ground up with 100% donations. The station went live on December 29, 2017 and airs over 30 original programs weekly.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition This week we are interviewing Foxe with Twitch St. Louis. Get to know Foxe: Foxe is a Twitch Partner, a cancer survivor, a mother, and the Community Manager for the St. Louis Community Meetup, Powered by Twitch. She was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer, Fibromyxoid Sarcoma, in July of 2016. She has a huge passion for charity and raising money for her favorite charity, 1UpOnCancer. She started Twitch St. Louis in April of 2016 and has since grown the community to over 400 members.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition This week we are interviewing Heena Chopra of Maaji's Street Kitchen Get to know Heena: Maaji’s Street Kitchen is an up-and-coming food truck that will serve the St. Louis area. Our traditional Indian recipes are made from scratch using aromatic spices, fresh herbs, and organic ingredients over 90% of the time. When you eat at Maaji’s you’re more than our guest - you’re our family! Heena Chopra grew up in New Delhi, India, where her Maaji whipped up delicious, traditional foods. Their kitchen was a gathering place for family and friends. It was also Heena’s culinary training ground. Her Maaji showed how to prepare delicious foods with skill and deep love, right down to picking cilantro leaves and blending the family’s masala chai. Heena has spent the past 14 years in St. Louis working in the food industry and keeping her own family’s kitchen well-stocked. She loves sharing the Indian food that she grew up with. She is grateful for all the support she has received so far and is excited to bring Maaji’s Street Kitchen to the people of St. Louis!

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition This week we are interviewing Jessica Phillips owner of The Exercise Coach - Town & Country Personal Training. Get to know Jessica: I am a St. Louis native graduated with a degree of Marketing and Visual Merchandising at a University in Colorado. Worked in the family business for 8 years and decided it was not my passion or calling. My dad and I found The Exercise Coach and brought it to St. Louis in 2014. Ever wonder what it is like to wake up every morning and be excited to go to work. That is what The Exercise Coach does for me every day. To be able to help someone’s quality of life is what sets my soul on fire and that is why I do what I do. I am a wife to an amazing man that I have been with for 11 years but first dated in 7th grade. I am a mom to outgoing little boy who is 5 years old. Every day is a blessing that we cannot count on. If you are not doing what you love everyday change it like I did. What can you do to today that can make you stronger tomorrow?

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition This week we are interviewing Amy Narishkin owner of Empowering Partners, LLC. Get to know Dr. Amy: In order to achieve true return-on-investment and an engaging place to work, leaders must create a culture of safety and belonging. With a Ph.D. in Adult Education and 25 years’ experience in teaching, consulting, managing and research, Dr. Amy Narishkin works with CEO’s, management teams and those who want to take the lead in corporations to effectively implement the tools for cultural intelligence, collaboration and innovation for growth. Dr. Amy is a Qualified Administrator for the Intercultural Development Inventory®, an internationally recognized assessment tool for measuring individual and corporate-wide cultural proficiency. She writes a monthly blog on how great companies can fuel innovation through cultural intelligence,https://www.EmpoweringPartners.com/Blog/.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition This week we are interviewing Lauren Aikens co-owner of TLC-ThomasLauren Collection Get to know Lauren 30 years old, wife of bear (married in '16, together 12 yrs), mom of cam,(who's 9

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition This week we are interviewing Melissa Ann Dierker of Complete Harmony STL. Get to know Melissa: Hi My name is Melissa! I am a mom of 3, wife, daughter, sister, social worker, yogi, singer, creator, and the list goes on and on! I have been working with kids who have experienced trauma, have mental health needs, anxiety, and special needs for over 10 years. My background is in social work where I started out by working for the state of Missouri with kids in the foster care system. I then worked with families waiting to adopt kids from the foster care system. After I had my twins I left the state and worked for a non for profit running their support groups, summer camps, conducting intakes, writing home studies, and doing in home visits all for kids in foster care, who had been adopted, and biological families. Working in the field of trauma and foster/adoption is something that has always been important to me, since I used to be one of those kids myself. After attending Yoga Teacher Training I realized that I needed to start my own business supporting kids and families by providing movement based services, through yoga. I absolutely love what I do, and the kids and families I encounter! I truly enjoy supporting kids where they are, and seeing how they navigate the world. My desire is to provide a safe space for kids and families to connect to themselves and the world around them. I enjoy finding new and creative ways to empower kids to find a sense of safety, calm, and self awareness.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition This week (Tuesday, 1/22/19) we are interviewing Diane Carson of Promo Xpertz LLC Get to know Diane: With over 40 years’ experience in PR and marketing strategy, Diane has had to keep up with changes in the marketing and promotional product fields. From her position as Pro Consul at the British Consulate General in St Louis, arranging personal appearances and media interviews for personalities such as Prince Charles and Lord Snowden, to Special Events Director for a major department store, (and sometimes filling in for frosty the snowman at Breakfast with Santa if necessary!); and her twenty plus years as owner of a marketing company, Diane has enjoyed every minute of her career, helping small businesses and entrepreneurs to grow in good times and in bad. Diane is a Certified Marketing Consultant. Companies hire her to move their marketing forward and use her expertise to get them to the next level and to collaborate and develop creative marketing programs that put, and keep, their name in front of their current and prospective customers. As a solopreneur, Diane has had to wear many hats and she has had to juggle family obligations with career choices. She is the proud mother of one son, Alex, who owns his own small business, Everything Design, located in Chesterfield, and grandmother of two grandchildren, three-year-old Lucas and five-year-old Emma.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition This week we are interviewing K Auter Sonderegger of Made You Look Design and Marketing and Taste of St. Louis Get to know K: As owner of Made You Look! Design and Marketing and co-director of the Taste of St. Louis, I live to connect people with business growth and great opportunities and experiences. I enjoy combining my design and marketing expertise with my love of cultivating relationships. Because we have a small team at Made You Look!, we are able to eliminate the disconnect between designer and client of larger agencies – which leads to a more efficient process and a result-driven outcome. From brand strategies – to print and digital marketing solutions – to websites that work, Made You Look! focuses beyond the next project to building client relationships. The Taste of St. Louis, now in it’s 15th year, brings together the many flavors of our region – not just in the culinary world, but in the community as well. As the Event's co-director, I connect chefs, restaurateurs, business owners, musicians, artists and corporate leaders to our patrons and participants within the event platform of food, fun and comradery. Through my entrepreneurial adventures over the past 17 years, I strive to (and love to) connect good people who do good – to like minded good people. I belong to one of the most awarded networking chapters in the region – BNI, Masters of Referrals – where we pride ourselves in making connections that last.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition This week we are interviewing Jennie Bellinger of Level Up Coaching, LLC Get to know Jennie: Jennie Bellinger is a talented, entertaining and dynamic coach and public speaker, helping her clients in direct sales to create businesses that exceed their financial goals and allow them to dream bigger dreams. She has been coaching in direct sales for over 6 years and training for over 10 years. Jennie started her adult life as a middle school science teacher, became a stay at home mom and started a direct sales business and became internationally recognized at her company within two years. She realized that she absolutely loved helping people promote to reach their goals,whether they were on her team or not. She pursued coaching certification and has built a coaching and speaking business to help direct sales professionals grow into their goals.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition We are interviewing Sheena Mancini founder of Smile Often Events Get to know Sheena: Sheena Mancini is an experienced Event Coordinator, Planner, and Stylist. Driven by family and doing good in the world, she takes pride in providing the best tips and advise possible. As a business owner, her goals include providing unique services, growing, educating and giving back to the community. Sheena has worked in the Events industry for 11 years, gaining experience through culinary, photography, volunteering and other careers paths that surround the events industry making her well educated and inspired for her field of experience. Check out her websitewww.smileoftenevents.com or say hi on Facebook or Instagram @smileoftenevents.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition We are interviewing Linda Baker independent business owner with Damsel in Defense Get to know Linda: Wife, mother, grandmother, volunteer, full time caregiver of a special needs child, and entrepreneur Member of BNI St. Charles, O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce and an affiliate with the St. Charles National Association of Realtors Loves spending time with family, reading, writing, walking, cooking, sewing and watching football and soccer Been with Damsel In Defense for 15 months Lives in St. Charles and grew up in St. Louis Passionate about educating, equipping, and empowering women with non-lethal tools for protection and enjoy doing speaking engagements on situational awareness and the techniques used for protection

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition We are interviewing JoyLynn Anderson Waganer, founder of Drop it Baby and C.M. Product Company. Get to know JoyLynn: JoyLynn Waganer is a mom of 3 year old twins and 2 bonus kids/adults. She is the CEO of C.M. Product Company, LCSW, LBA, MBA who created Drop it Baby after a frustrating meal with the twins. She lives in Shrewsbury and loves inspiring others and giving back.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition We are interviewing Lisa Nichols co-owner of Technology Partners and host of the podcast on what makes true leaders special called Something Extra with Lisa Gayle Nichols. Get to know Lisa: Lisa Nichols is the CEO and co-founder of Technology Partners, a Women-Business Enterprise and provider of premier IT staffing, solutions and software. Lisa and her husband Greg founded Technology Partners in 1994 driven by their passion to revolutionize the staffing industry with their transparent business model. They co-lead the business today. Greg and Lisa have made it their priority from day one, to create mutual wins for their employees, clients and the communities in which Technology Partners operates. This has, in large part, led to Technology Partners winning the Top Workplaces 2018 for Work/Life Flexibility. Lisa devotes her time to many professional and philanthropic organizations such as CEO Forum, YPO Christian Fellowship network, the St. Louis Independence Center, YWCA and United Way. Lisa is also the host of the “Something Extra” podcast produced by Technology Partners.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition We are interviewing Anna Broeder Alt co-owner of LSL Finishes and Happy House STL Get to know Anna: Married to Daniel Alt 15 years Two children. Samantha, 10 Brody, 9 Two dog babies, Baby and Junior Full time sub for special school district, 5 years stay at home, 7 years Special Education teacher assistant, 3 years helped to build our company, part time LSL Finishes, full time, 1 year

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition We are interviewing Spring Renee Hansen of Farm Table Creative and Spring Renee Portraits & Design Get to know Spring Renee. Spring Renee was born in NC and first fell in love with photography at the age of eight as a result of being involved in 4-H. When she saw her first images from her pinhole camera she had made, she was smitten. She has been working professionally for 20 years and collecting awards along the way for her work. Spring strives to capture images that evoke emotion and connect the viewer to the time, place and/or subject. No matter what the subject matter may be, color filled or lacking, forgotten or newborn, there is emotion, unspoken stories and beauty within all things. Through her artistic photographic images, Spring creates pieces designed to light a spark in each viewer and to stimulate their own questions and emotions. Spring works and showcases her fine art at her new studio located at Farm Table Creative in O'Fallon, Missouri.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition Get to know Carly Black Co-Founder of Two Maids & A Mop of Chesterfield and Rivulet Carly Black was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. She is married to her husband Jordan of 5 years and has two years old, Cameron and a dog, Maya who will be ten this December! Carly has always had a love for teaching. Her love for teaching started when she met her teacher, Sally in 4th grade. She knew she wanted to grow up and be just like her as she made learning fun and engaging! In Carly’s spare time, you can find her exercising, baking, doing meditation, scrapbooking, rearranging furniture, spending time with family and friends, organizing and so much more. Carly’s Background is in Early Childhood and Elementary Education with a Masters in Character Education. Her goal in life is to teach children early on how to feel calm in our ever changing world. Even as early as in the womb! Ever since Carly was a little girl, she struggled with anxiety. Her anxiety became so debilitating that when she received her dream job of being a kindergarten teacher, she had multiple panic attacks in the first week of school and was rushed to the hospital. Fast forward to now, if it weren’t for all of the horrific times and scary encounters, she would never have had the chance to empower so many individuals and their families by sharing her story, DEBILITATING ANXIETY TO CALM through the mother-daughter duo. Carly wants those of you that are struggling with stress, overwhelm, anxious thoughts, chronic pain and so much more to know she was there! There is hope for you. Just try to remember this next time you feel like a FAILURE, YOU AREN’T GOOD ENOUGH, YOU DON’T MATTER... YOU ARE NOT A FAILURE! YOU ARE GOOD ENOUGH! YOU DO MATTER! EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU MATTER!

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition Get to know Lori Holdenried Bourgeois, RN, an independent doTERRA Wellness Advocate As a Registered Nurse of 26 years, I entered the world of essential oils due to my own health issues. My passion is to guide others on their health journeys. Let me help you explore the alternatives that are available to you. I love to show families that there are other options. I have three children of my own, 16/13/11, all girls. Along with my husband, we have not required a prescription in over 3 years. Would you like to learn how to save money on doctor's visits by learning how to boost immunity and support your body with natural solutions? I offer a free wellness overview to anyone that would like to explore their options. I look forward to meeting with you!

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition Get to know Betty Albright Bauer an independent agent with Healthcare Solutions Team As a broker I can shop the different carriers in your area. I am licensed in 11 states. I have been helping people understand and get health insurance for the last 4 yrs. I love helping people. It didn’t seem that long ago that I knew nothing about health insurance. It scared me. I came from the mortgage business as a Loan Officer for the previous 15 years. When it took a down turn at the end of 2013 I had to think of another industry where I can help people. I had a client that worked for Healthcare Solutions Team. I called to see if they were hiring and as they say. The rest is history. It has been better than I ever thought. I became Partner in the company in the first 19 months. I get to help so many people. What makes me different is I don’t just put them in a plan. I find out what is important to them and their needs. I put them in a plan that is best for them, not my pocketbook. Then I have them put my name and number in their contacts. I let them know I am available 24/7. I help them, with billing, claims, additional ID cards or just looking up Providers to make sure they are in network. My clients are so appreciative of my availability. I receive emails from my clients thanking me of taking the time to help them understand the insurance and their options. When a client calls they get me. If you get my voicemail you will get a return call or text within an hour. I am married. I have 2 daughters and 3 grandsons.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition We are interviewing Kathryn Hubbard founder of KK Fundraising and Events Get to know Kathy: Graduated Hazelwood Central 1979 Graduated SIUE 1984 Bachelor School Education; Master’s Education 1986 30 years Developmental Disabilities including CEO of the 2 largest agencies in MO; Quality Director State Operated Programs Missouri; Event and Conference Planning Married to Clint 24 years 2 children; Lee Engineer with Catepillar married to Cassie; Krystle Freshman Lindenwood University (Theater); 4 rescue cats After Kathy’s father, Don Spencer, Veteran Korean War passed away started Avon business August 2014 to support Krystle back up plan Most Notable Achievements: C. William Brownfield Memorial Award Outstanding First Year Jaycee; National Conference Top 10 in Nation; District Director Retired State of Missouri 2/1/2016 “Avon Business that Gives Back” with Krystle: President’s Club in two months; Top 10% U.S.; 2014 Top New Sales Performer in District Award Voted Best of Northwest Chamber 2017 Avon Beauty Products Community News Established own company KK Fundraising and Events; Event Planner and Professional Fundraiser Speaker I Know a Guy/Gal 5/19/18 Power of Connecting Event (in addition to the Event Planner) topic: How to build real relationships, grow your network, grow your business Registered Professional Fundraiser Missouri Kathy is currently member: Church of God, BNI St. Charles, Women of the Little Black Book, Western Chamber of Commerce (representing BNI Mid America) Volunteer iTN St. Charles BNI Mid America: Advanced Training Coordinator; Chapter Director Consultant, Development Team, Area Director Consultant St. Charles Region

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition We are interviewing Amanda LaPlante founder of Get Real to Heal Amanda LaPlante, MA, INHC, battled multiple autoimmune diseases for two decades. After discovering the power of nutrition and turning to root cause medicine, Amanda dropped over a dozen medications, shed about 50 pounds, and regained control of her health. Amanda became a certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. She is on a mission to shine light on the amazing healing potential within us all and the powerful effects food, lifestyle, and mindset have on our health. In her integrative health coaching practice, Amanda works with individuals and groups, collaborates with an array of integrative health professionals, and teaches workshops on health and wellness topics. Amanda also hosts "Get Real to Heal" on KWRH-LP 92.9 FM, a weekly 30-minute radio talk show devoted to empowering our inner health detective and spreading the word about root cause approaches to prevention and healing.

On Time for Success - Business Owner Moms Edition We are interviewing Samantha Barkley founder of A Mom Around Town Get to know Sam! "Hi, I’m Sam! I am mom to a crazy little one year old, wife of 6 years and creator of A Mom Around Town. I started A Mom Around Town simply because I needed help! When my little guy was first born, I searched forever for mom groups, lactation support, things to get me out of the house and a places with clean changing areas and enough room to push my stroller around. Every time I found a business or person who was able to help make my life a bit easier, I wanted to shout it from the roof top and tell everyone about it. So I started to think about how I could put that information out there and hoped there would be other moms that could benefit from it. And from there, A Mom Around Town was born!" https://amomaroundtown.com