What Moves Her Podcast

SmartSKN is leading the charge in AI-driven personalization, transforming how we approach skincare with technology that adapts, evolves, and empowers. By crafting each product based on real-time skin data, this innovative approach meets the growing consumer demand for eco-friendly solutions, paving the way for a more sustainable future in the beauty industry. I spoke with Val who was key in bringing this technology to America and is now giving customers the opportunity to see and experience the technology through their Beverly, MA Lab and affiliated aestheticians.  smartskn.com

Specializing in growth and marketing strategy, Amy's company partners with indie, female-founded ​businesses to develop results-driven strategies that attract customers, expand market presence and drive revenue growth. With so many entrepreneurs as guests and listeners of this podcast, we now have an expert on as a guest to talk about the realities of being an entrepreneur.  In addition she shares fundraising insights and some of the biggest marketing mistakes that companies make.  the fwrd group - growth consulting firm for indie brands

Figurella combines science and technology to design your body.  A women's fitness center with two locations in the Boston area I spoke with the owner of the Brookline location, Aleeza Reznik.   First I had the opportunity to check out the work out which includes a 30 minute low impact work out in the "bubble" followed by a relazing seat in the "spa shell" where oxygen flowed around me to boost metabolism and blood circulation after a work out. Aleeza shares how she found Figurella and how it helped her in her efforts to heal following back surgery. Now she's helping others with the low impact, one on one work out that has shown results for her clients with weight loss, toning and detoxing. Figurella - Women health and fitness through commitment and results

Joined by my besties Alexandra Goresh Pittampalli, Owner of Petalouda Salon and Mia Andreoli Owner of Staygold Photography on this episode, we catch up on what these ladies are up to! They are both doing incredible things with their careers, literally manifesting and making it happen, interrupters if you will, in their respective industries.  We talk about exactly that word means to them and shout out some people they consider to have been mentors along the way.  petaloúda - Brookline, MA | Hair Salon STAY GOLD IMAGES

Salma is a personal growth coach that is passionate about helping women transform their lives from the inside out. Through her own deep self-work, personal growth, and manifesting her desires, she's created a life filled with happiness and success.  On this episode she talks about her own journey achieving significant professional growth in her career, fitness and personal relationships. She also shares the importance of aligning with sucessful people and  finding balance in every area of  life. And now she's helping others do the same through her Hera Academy                

After graduating from college, Lexi missed being surrounded by her family. She became the go-to party planner for all birthdays, holidays, and special events. In 2021 she was given the opportunity to coordinate a corporate event and hasn't looked back.​ ​On this episode she shares her journey into owning her own floral business.  At the time of this podcast recording she was also working a full time job and says "it's not for the weak" while also agreeing there are some benefits (literally) to having the "corporate" job while getting a business up and running. Lexi also shares how grateful she is for the strong women around her that have and continue to be mentors.    Lexi Palumbo Florals | Florist | 7 Ryer Lane, Middleton, MA, USA    

Fifth Wellness is a fitness, lifestyle, & wellness brand + full-service marketing and management agency based in Boston and is leveling up the way brands strategically activate with their communities, their consumers, & their influencer relationships.   On this episode, I sit down with CEO Kaitlyn McDonough to talk about her background including moving around quite a bit with her military family. She decided not to go to college and jumped right into work, ending up at Reebok where she quickly showed her value and became a leader and true expert within her field.  Listen as she chats about how she ended up starting her own company with Reebok actually being one of the first to work with her! Home | FIFTH Wellness        

Maria Sansone is an Emmy Award-winning television host with an illustrious career in broadcasting. She is a social media personality, lifestyle expert, cookbook author, podcaster, brand ambassador and mom of two. Her genuine and authentic approach to broadcasting has won top honors and the hearts of many. A little sweet and a dash of snark, her no-nonsense style of cooking has made her recipes, homegrown digital content and cookbook, OH $#!%, What's for Dinner? an instant sensation. Her debut cookbook was a “#1 New Release” before it even hit bookshelves. Maria has received numerous accolades for her work. Most recently, she earned back to back Edward R Murrow Awards and an Emmy nomination as the creator and host of the MOM2MOM with Maria Sansone, television show and podcast. On this episode, she shares the story of how she got started in TV at just 11 years old and just kept going! She drops a few BIG TV names that she worked with even before she really got started! What a career she's already accomplished and it's so  easy to see why colleagues and audiences alike love her! Maria Sansone

The daughter of immigrants, Eunice was raised to pursue stability in her career. An empathetic and caring individual, she was drawn to nursing. Eunice has helped patients in the ICU and beyond for over fifteen years, but it was working under the incredibly demanding conditions during the COVID pandemic that she witnessed how truly precious life is – the brevity of our time. Simultaneously, she and her family moved into their dream home – a blank canvas begging for an injection of personality. A nurse by trade and designer by heart, Eunice embraced the opportunity to break the mold, break from tradition, and break whatever rules of traditional design to make that home hers. Eunice realized how empowering it felt to unleash her authenticity through design. And with a carpe diem attitude, she set out to share that gift with others, too. On this episode we chat about her continuing journey and how her design of a friends' salon that played a big role in moving her forward in her design career.   Residential + Commercial Interior Design | Home | Crown The Cool Studios | Boston Massachusetts

Rosy Sandhu, M.D. is a board-certified internal medicine specialist and founding director of Neem Medical Spa, Boston's premier wellness destination. With more than a decade of experience treating patients, Dr. Rosy integrates the roles of physician, scientist and sculptor. Her unique approach combines compassion, analytics and artistry to tap into the inner beauty of each unique patient—and help them achieve their wellness and cosmetic goals. She focuses on inner health as well as outward appearance. On this episode, we hear about her journey to open the medical spas, her continued goal toward always being curious as well as some of the treatments offered at Neem including, laser, injectable and hormone treatments. Home - Dr Rosy Sandhu Med Spa Boston | Medical Spa in Winchester, Lynnfield, & Salem, NH | Neem Medical Spa  

Francesca Montillo is the founder, Chief Travel Planner and Escort at Lazy Italian Culinary Adventures. She's a native Italian and I loves helping others see, taste, and experience all the flavors of Italy. Her business came about in 2016. At the time, she was everyone's go-to person when it came to traveling to Italy - answering all sorts of questions. She loved sharing info on her heritage, cooking Italian food, traveling to Italy and what they should see or miss. It came pretty natural to her.  In 2016, on the verge of turning 40, she decided it was time to take her passion, knowledge and  love for all things Italy and turn it into a business.   The Lazy Italian - Culinary Adventures

The Lois Weber Film Festival is a female-forward 501(c)3 dedicated to promoting gender equality in the film industry by celebrating the legacy of silent film pioneer Lois Weber and the history of women in film, past, present, and future. Coming up on it's 3rd year  here in Boston, the festival's creators Gabby Rosson & Katie Killouhry talk about how they met and the back story on Lois, a film pioneer. Lois Weber Film Festival

Shaking up the format a little bit on this week's episode with a little round table chat!  I invited my besties Mia & Alexandra on to chat like we often do at work outs, events or just over dinner. And we go deep, talking about the importance of having your girl gang to be able to chat with about all things, good bad and ugly! These girls inspire me every day with the way they run their own businesses while always taking the time to support and promote other women and their businesses too! On this episode they share some of their life challenges and how they've managed to process, heal and continue to grow. One thing we all agreed on here is that you don't need to have it all figured out at 25 or ever actually, we're all a work in progress!  

This young lady is truly an inspiration!  Still in her 20's, she's already done so much.  She's got a successful career in finance, has run 8 marathons and is also a fitness instructor. Not only that, she's got a light that shines bright!  You can see it in her smile and hear it when she talks! We get into the marathons she's run (including one on a sprained ankle) and  who she runs for. Lillian also shared her thoughts on relationships, her close group of girlfriends and how and the place these things hold in her life at the  moment. 

Christen has been a photographer for 17 years and started shooting boudoir about 12 years ago.  When she did, she never looked back. Boudoir is now her specialty and passion and it shows!   I visited her studio in Amesbury, MA and got the full experience from hair and make up with the talented Christine Rutledge to choosing just the right outfits and yes, the shoot. Christen is incredible at not only showing her clients how to pose but bringing those poses to life in amazing photos. She helps with lighting, poses and confidence.  It's more than just a shoot for both of these ladies, it's an experience!

  "DJ Nicki"  is the owner and operator of VSP. Her expertise in both private and club events makes her a seasoned professional capable of playing for a diverse crowd for over 15 years. Her success has brought her to become the resident DJ of MGM Springfield, Foxwoods Resort Casino and Miami Heat NBA Basketball Team. On this episode we chat about how she started dj'ing and how she built her business to what it includes today. She now has a team of people working under her company and provides everything needed for special events. Nicole also reacently bought what was a run down building in her town and has turned it into an incredible space for people to connect and create.   HOME | VSP

Meghan has over 20 years experience in Marketing and Public Relations. She launched Chikmedia over 10 years ago to help women in business find their voice and continues to do so with the expansion of this passion project. Her work across New England has gained her multiple awards and recognition from various organizations. She is a nationally recognized spokesperson for multiple organizations and travels the country giving lectures on various topics.  We sat down while she was in Boston to chat about her background, along with some social media tips and how she continues to help women build their brand. chikmedia - Home

Meredith has been in facial aesthetics for over 20 years. She has worked for both plastic surgeons and dermatologists and most recently with a group of integrative practitioners. This has allowed her to formulate a holistic and therapeutic approach in her facial treatments. Meredith's goal is to educate her clients about their best skin practices tailored to their individual needs.  On this episode we talk about her background, a very special mentor her in her life and business and the importance of "staying in your lane" as a business owner.   Meredith Lane Aesthetics

Colleen Eyges, Co-creator of Velo Vodka joins me for the second time!  This time along with the other co-creator, her daugter Riley! Last time we chatted (about 2.5 years ago) the two were just getting started with the brand and had been in about 250 locations around MA. Now they are in more than 700 in 4 states! We caught up to find out how things are going, what they're up to, what it's like working together as mother/daughter creating and promoting the vodka made right in Boston. They also mixed up and shared a couple holiday drink.   HOME | Velo Vodka

Jessica Puleo had an idea, she approached her friend and make up artiest Bree Lentz with an idea, a concept, and the name “Pretty Simplified” which was drawn from her own desires to learn her everyday look and most importantly feel confident going into her interior design consultations. All she needed to bring it to fruition was a friend/makeup artist who shared the same passion for helping women achieve their desired makeup looks and not only look amazing but feel that surge of confidence. And so, "Pretty Simplified" was born. Now they help women learn how to use their own make up to create the look they are looking for, from every day to glam! Learn Everyday Makeup or Evening Glam with Pretty Simplified's Customized Makeup Lessons

Creator and Founder of InspiHER Empire, KB started a Positivity Platform Page on Instagram a few years back which evolved into InspiHer which is all about uplifting, helping and inspiring women to be the BEST versions of themselves through self love, body positivity and confidence. She's now continuing to do so through her clothing, lifestyle accessories and products as well. On this episode, KB and I sat down for some real talk about her struggles and challenges, how she connected with others who were also struggling and how now she uses her platform to help and encourage others. She calls herself an "inspirationalist" spreading inspiration and uplifting women with her products at pop ups around Boston and on line.   InspiHER Empire Clothing – inspiherempire

Ciara D'Amico is a third generation North End resident who attended Eliot School and Boston Latin Academy.  We spent some time walking around the neighborhood where she grew up and where she also now works. Ciara works for The Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Services as a liaison for this neighborhood along with The West End and Wharf District of Boston. So she is basically the go between for residents who are having issues or looking to help make change. On our walk she shared how she was exposed to public service by her mom as a kid and what it's like to now help the people she still calls neighbors.

I had the pleasure of taking part in FFFCon 2024 a couple weeks ago, It is known as The World's Greatest Convention of Purpose Driven Women Leaders.  This event, the brainchild of my friend Neda Hovaizi, was a full day of women stepping into their spotlight with speakers, panels, vendors, immersive experiences and more. We all left feeling energized and inspired to say the least! I was set up inside the venue to capture the feelings, take aways and reactions to the day of attendees and speakers.  On this episode you'll hear from lots of Boston ladies that joined us, what they do and the things that most inspired them about FFFCon.  I also caught up with Neda after the event to see how she felt and whats she's planning next, including a membership to go to similar events on a regular basis. The Fab Fierce Females Society - Fab Fierce Females

  Amanda spends her days helping people shop, style, edit their closets and elevate their wardrobes. She came by my place to check out my closet for a mini edit session and sit down to talk about her journey to this place.  Her love for fashion has lasted her whole life, growing up reading the pages of VOGUE and dreaming of working in the industry. She worked on the corporate side of advertising & media before joining The RealReal, the largest luxury consignment e-commerce company in the US.  With a background in fashion and business, Amanda understands the importance of a strong personal brand expressed through style and how this can impact success both personally and professionally.  And now, she's founded Wave + Woven to deliver exceptional concierge personal styling experiences and a 360 approach to shopping and getting dressed. Personal Stylist | Align Your Style with Your Goals with a Virtual Stylist

One of my besties, this is Alexandra's 3rd appearance on Bold Like Her.  I am proud to have her on to share her latest endeavor, the opening of Petaloúda Salon! Her interest in the beauty industry began in high school. She worked for 16 years at a salon on Newbury Street, building long-lasting relationships before taking the leap to open Petaloúda. We chat about what it took to get to this place, finding the perfect location and team!  As a friend, it's been an honor to watch as she brings her dream to life with not just this location but the community, environment and vibe that is felt by both clients and her team alike.  Alexandra also just dropped a new product, Metamorphasis Hair Serum. Check out the website to find out more! petaloúda - Brookline, MA | Hair Salon

Ashley is a personal chef who has shared her love of health and wellness through food for more than 6 years. After living with MS for over a decade, Ashley discovered the power of clean eating and knew she had to share it with her community. Her expertise has allowed her to educate all age levels, from 4-100, on the value of healthy, organic food and its impact on overall health. As host of Food For Life, a show on E360tv, Ashley captures the joy of food and how it is woven into our lives. She shares inspiring stories of wellness through food, tips & tricks in the kitchen, and delicious recipes to help you in your own food healing journey. Additionally, Ashley is a regular guest on Mass Appeal, a local lifestyle talk show in Western Massachusetts. She has been featured on various media outlets and believes that health starts from the inside out.   Bella Foodie - Home

Neda is back with me for the second time to talk about the Movement she's created.   Founded in 2022, Fab Fierce Females began as a means to reconnect driven female leaders to their innate power and resilience in order to unleash their full potential. On November 17th, 2024 at Seaport Hotel Boston, through an electrifying day full of immersive experiences, impactful speakers, and powerful connections - this passion will be reignited and reacquaint women with the limitless capabilities within each of us.  Use the Code Kim10 for a discount on your tickets  Fab Fierce Females Convention 2024 Presented by Neda Hovaizi

Joining me for a second time on this podcast, Kristina and I reconnect to have an important conversation about breast cancer awareness and early detection. We discuss her early diagnosis of the BRCA1 gene mutation and the steps she took knowing her chances of getting breast and/or ovarian cancer. Kristina also shares how and when other women can be tested. When we spoke the last time she was on the podcast, she shared the story along with her two sisters (one of which was also diagnosed with the gene mutation). The 3 have bonded together to not only bring awareness but to support one another through their surgeries.   One of the things they've bonded over is running marathons!  They also support and run along side eachother and have just returned from running Berlin! Through this journey Kristina says she has found her voice, thinking at one time that it was possible that cancer might end her life...instead she is out educating, supporting and raising funds for research!     Mom Runs Marathon to Cope With Double Mastectomy, Hysterectomy (today.com)   2024 Run Any Race: Mrs. Kristina Coccoluto's Fundraising Page - Run for Dana-Farber (jimmyfund.org)  

Gabriela is a proud product of four Boston Public Schools and graduated from Boston Latin Academy. She currently lives in East Boston with her partner, Sebastian Zapata where she also grew up. Her mother played a large role in helping to shape her career in public service from an early age as she watched her advocate for her community.  Gabriela shares her background, passion for public service and exactly what her job is as a City Councilor and how she uses things like social media and coffee conversations to connect with people in the communities she serves.   Gabriela Coletta Zapata | Boston.gov    

Born in the Dominican Republic, Olga emigrated with her family to Salem, Massachusetts in the early 1990s.  Her family maintained strong connections to their Caribbean heritage by speaking only Spanish at home. As a fully bilingual English and Spanish speaker, Olga translated for family and friends who had limited English skills. In 1999 she assumed a leadership role in the “La Union Latina” organization, established in 1987 at Salem High School to celebrate Latin-American culture and traditions.  In 2007, Hispanic Business Inc. recognized her as a Winner's Circle Scholar at the Hispanic Business' annual Woman of the Year Awards event. Olga now uses her platform in leading and empowering Latinas and women of color in leadership, career advancement, and overcoming adversity. She has seen the hardships, ranging from positional leadership struggles as well as awareness of Latina women working in business. Olga is proud to have won countless awards for her work.

Like many women, this mother of 3 spends her days balancing motherhood and career. One of her mottos is "if you can't find a village, build one", and thats exactly what she did when creating Boston Moms. It's written BY Boston moms FOR Boston Moms and is a place where the group cultivates community, cheer each other on, and celebrate the many contributions that they make to their families and to the world around them proving that motherhood doesn't have to be lonely.  During our conversation Meghan shared her background and path to creating Boston Moms. She's truly passionate about connecting Boston-area moms to each other, to important and relevant resources, and to local businesses.   Boston Moms Home

I had the pleasure of meeting Nash at a dinner party I went to recently with a beautiful room full of amazing women.  We sat next to each other and instantly connected.  She's warm, funny, engaging and super driven! I immediately followed up so that I could have her share her story on this podcast.  We recorded at her store, Milk Money in Wellesley, MA. It's filled with jewelry, clothing, accessories and fun home items!  When we sat down Nash explained what she was trying to achieve with the store, just one of the many businesses she's run since her 20's. She's been a publisher, publicist, store owner and more.  When faced with any new opportunity/challenge it's like she says "oh I can do this" and she does!   Cute Clothing Online | Popular Women's Clothing at Milk Money      

Valen is a passionate advocate for organ donation and polycystic kidney disease (PKD) with a zest for life and boundless gratitude for an extraordinary journey. She was diagnosed with PKD at the age of 10 which led to a challenging childhood full of hospital stays. On this episode we talk about her health journey and how she has now become a patient advocate and consultant to help the medical industry understand things from a patient's point of view. She also started a podcast "Unpacking the gift of life" where she and her co-host talk all things transplant and more! She discovered a love of public speaking and has shared her story at more than 100 events across North America. She's coordinated educational and fundraising events and helped raise over $1,300,000 for polycystic kidney disease research.  Valen Keefer: patient advocate, consultant, public speaker and writer.

This week marks a milestone for me here in Boston.  I moved here 10 years ago! As a celebration I did my first solo podcast.  On this episode I recount my journey over the past 10 years, the challenges, triumphs and more! I am so grateful for all of it!  I highlight my real estate career, the Boston Fitness Community, my daughter Devon and pup Frankie. I am especially grateful for everything this podcast has brought into my life.  Little did I know how it would tap into my creative side, help me to enjoy other parts of my life even more and bring into my world so many incredible women and relationships. To my guests, thank you for joining me to share your incredible stories. To the followers, listeners and subsribers thank you so much.  More to come!  

Jackie has always been interested in dance and cheerleading from a very young age, even auditioning to be a character for Disney at one point. During her time as a teacher Jackie saw a need for more movement in the daily lives of kids. Thus Mini Movers was born!  It's Studio and on-location dance  dedicated to bringing quality dance and movement education to children ages 2-10. For the past 6 years shes been committed to providing an inclusive, nurturing and fun environment to children of all backgrounds. In offering an array of classes to schools, communities and more, Mini Movers Studio provides top notch instruction while instilling confidence and creativity in young movers!    Home | Minimoversstudio

On this episode I sit down with Casey Marielle, one of the two sisters behind Jaju Pierogi. Sixty years ago, their Jaju (dziadziu, or grandfather) started a Polish food business with his brothers and sisters in Western Massachusetts—hand-crafting pierogi, golabki, and kielbasa for their community. Fast forward to the ‘90s and you'd find the girls spending their weekends cutting, stuffing, and sealing pierogi in the back kitchen alongside their elders. Finally, in 2015, Vanessa & Casey decided to head to the family store and dust off their grandfather's recipes. They started selling at farmers markets and grew the business!  They are now available in 2500 stores nationwide! We chat about their history, leaving the corporate world and some of the dynamics of running a family business. Check out instagram for a pierogi giveaway! @boldlikeherpodcast  Jaju Pierogi website    

So much fun sitting down with podcaster, author, speaker and Christian Coach Kelly Tyan!  We bonded immediately over our pink & white outfits and love for empowering other women! Kelley shares how faith has always been a part of her life and how she now gets to share that with her children.  We walk through her career path going back to when she became a teacher and just did not find it fulfulling through selling Mary Kay Cosmetics, being a fitness coach and to today where she is helping other women through faith! We have both gone through some big changes/challenges in our lives and agree that you can literally re-start at any time or any age!   Kelley Tyan - YouTube Addicted To The Climb

I met Jessica recently at a networking event.  She said she wanted to meet me to talk to me about real estate.  Turns out, I loved hearing what SHE had to say! On this episode she shares how she started buying properties at just 24 years old.  Her first with her (soon to be husband) at the time.  She was even so traditional that she wanted to wait to move into it until they were married. And it took off from there, each time her husband identified a possible investment, she trusted him.  And it's paid off.  They now own 4 properties together. Jessica also shared with me the story of her sister Jenny, who had a stroke a few years ago at a young age. Since then Jessica and her family have gathered around to give love, support, raise awareness and funds to help Jenny.  And the goal is to eventually help others with these efforts! She shares information on a couple  upcoming events that you can help with too!

Jill founded “Movement with Jill” because she wanted people to have an open, welcoming and non-judgmental space to move. To Jill, movement is something to help us feel better both physically and mentally. Growing up in Marblehead, MA she was extremely shy and self-conscious. Her goal for clients is to help them gain confidence in movement and become their best selves through her Pilates classes. We sat down in her Boston studio to discuss how she was drawn to pilates, the benefits she saw with it and how she now shares that with her clients in private and on line classes as well as pop ups around Boston.  Check out her webiste and instagram for inspiration, an authentic approach to fitness and to find out where she'll be teaching this summer!   https://www.movementwithjill.com/  

The Rose Maven was founded in 2019 by UMass Boston Graduate, Elle, who believes that roses should be more than just beautiful flowers—they should be an expression of love and joy that lasts. Roses are the gift of love, and that's why she creates unique designs of preserved roses that look as beautiful on day one as day 365. We talk about how she became inspired by roses, donated them to first responders during the pandemic and has grown her business into what it is today. Real Roses That Never Wilt – The Rose Maven

Liz has worked as a nurse for 20 years in various areas, mostly acute cardiac care, case management, and critical care. After dealing with personal experiences of not feeling her best, she sought out to provide care for those that don't want conventional medicine. A chance to look deeper and fix what could be causing that exhaustion.  On this episode we talk thyroid, hormone replacement therapy, gut health, the rise in popularity of medical weight loss and more! Lux Health

Lauren started her career in the residential space in her early 20's and has been in some facet of it ever since including gigs at Stanley Steemer and 2 Maids & A Mop.  In this episode she shares how she started a painting company early on, decided to go to law school in her early 30's (while working 4 other jobs) and eventually ended up at the cleaning co. It was post pandemic that the owner of 2 Maids & A Mop started looking into other ways to help people. It was then, they decided to shake up the moving business when they created Pink Zebra Moving and started making moving fun! Now with 14 locations including one in Boston, Lauren says all of things added to the experince are to help elivate stress! Movers Boston, Ma | Pink Zebra Moving of Boston, Ma

​DJ Valentina Marianetti is an in-demand and sought after International Music Artist with a devoted following.  She's known for her keen ability to read a room! Coming from a small village in Cape Verde West Africa, her passion for music began early thanks to her musician grandfather. We sat down to chat about her background, family, keeping a dance floor full and finding your purpose. Valentina also recently started a networking group for women, Babes in Business Boston a place for women to come together to share ideas, grow and be inspired and its already hugely successful! Home | DJ Valentina

I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Manali to talk about her background, coming to the US from India as the first in her family to do so and finding her passion. After many years in the electronics & technology world and suffering not one but two incredilble losses, she found herself looking for more.  She knew that the answer was within nature. On this episode she shares her story, her search and finding it in jewelry. At her company, Gratinsta, (instant gratitude) they believe in the beauty and power of nature. That's why they've  dedicated theirselves to creating nature-inspired jewelry that celebrates the natural world and the unique beauty of each living creature. Each piece is crafted with the utmost care and attention to detail, using only the highest quality materials like sterling silver and gold. Nature Inspired Jewelry (gratinsta.com)

Susie has been matchmaking for 20 years! After years of working with another company she started her own company, Susie Q Matchmaking here in Boston. Together with her son, they've been helping couples find love for 13 years. On this episode, we chat about the state of dating today, the lengths she goes to really get to know her clients and how she gives feedback to her clients after their dates. Boston Matchmaker | Susie MacDowell | Susie Q Matchmaking  

Founded in 2020, even during a time of uncertainty Jelissa has been committed to serving up delicious goodies to all of her customers. In addition to creating top quality, imaginative & delicious baked treats she started doing pop up events where attendees get the opportunity to connect and decorate! On this episode we chat about her start with the pop ups, how they've grown (and consistantly sell out!) and we actually decorate while chatting! Home | The Sugar Connection (thesugarconnectionbakeshop.com)

It's a special meeting of two podcasts on this episode! Melissa Dudek of Signature Witch & Kim Douglas, host of Bold Like Her sit down to chat about their meeting at a yoga retreat in Tulum, Mexico and their instant bond! The chat includes just what it's like go on a retreat, some of the things they did including not just yoga but excursions and other health & wellness experiences.  The ladies chat witches, Sasha Fierce, Rachel Hollis, the power of intuition and more!

The title of this podcast pretty much desribes the enthusiasm Meghan has for what she does and in fact, were her exact words! She spent 10 years teaching and felt that she was being pulled to do something else.  On this episode we talk about how Meghan was able to help families by tutoring and bringing in a whole team to do the same during the pandemic.  As time went on fewer people were needed and Meghan made a shift to open her own location right down the street from where she taught fo so many years. She now has her own location, focusing on helping children with their learning experience and couldn't be happier!   Home | Next Step Education (nextstepeducationtutoring.com)

Styling for more than ten years, Kerilynn shares the story of how she fell into the career after working as a gallery director.   On this episode she shares the shaping of her career, her move from Washington, DC to Boston and how she continues to help both men and women. We chat about giving up some of those old styles, how exactly she helps clients with the closet clean out, photo shoots, branding and more! We also share stories on moving to Boston and trying to start a business without really knowing anyone....and she's been able to crush it! KLV Styling    

Dryvve is the largest woman owned branded merchandise services co on the East Coast and Charleen has been with them since day one! She started in the business more than 40 years ago, thats amazing amount of time to be in any business, let alone the same company! On this episode Charleen shares the story of how she got started at a small desk in her brother's business, before long he took interest in what she was doing and gave her more space and eventually partnered with her. Earlier this year Charleen merged her company with Progressive Promotions, a company they had aquired in 2021 and changed the name to Dryvve, a name she desribes as representative of energy, motion and creative success in marketing. Dryvve

Cassi is a leadership coach, podcast host (Not your drinking Buddy) and after this past year, she is now also a bikini competition participant. We talk all about how she was with a friend and they each decided to do whats called a "Misogi", loosely meaning the practice of purifying the mind, body and spirit through physical and mental challenges. Cassi decided hers would be participating in a bikini competition.  And thats just what she did, not once but twice this past year.  We talk about the journey, the lengths she went to get her body and mind ready and the importance of building a roadmap to achieve your goals.