Podcast appearances and mentions of liberty sessions

Welcome, LIBERTY Road listeners! We are excited for this new year with you. The Liberty Team has adopted this new mantra, “What's now and what's next” to ensure we are bringing you conversations that help you assess your life now so you can determine what you want next for your road ahead.  If you have a potential guest you would like to recommend, please email Nada at nada@liberty-road.com. Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please follow, rate and review us on Apple Podcast —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow.

This episode was originally released on March 10, 2021.Kimberly Lewis is the owner and buyer of Emerson Grace, a women's elevated-casual contemporary boutique in Nashville, Tennessee. Kimberly oversees the creative and fashion direction for the store alongside a team of stellar managers and stylists who go beyond selling to build relationships to encourage women to discover and realize their own personal style.  Amy Williams is the CEO of Citizens of Humanity, a premium denim company headquartered in Los Angeles, California. In her role, Williams oversees all aspects of the business for the company's family of brands including Citizens women's and men's divisions, as well as women's denim labels AGOLDE and GOLDSIGN.In this episode, Nada sits down with Kimberly and Amy to reflect on their experiences as a retailer and fashion manufacturer navigating a year like no other. Listen as they share the lessons they've learned, how business as usual will never return and why that's a good thing, and the ways they shifted their business for good. Whether Kimberly's pivot with “shopping from the rack” or Amy's decision to use their facilities to manufacture masks for customers and essential workers in LA, these two CEOs took 2020 head-on with heart! We want to take this time to send out a huge THANK YOU to all essential workers in the retail and fashion industry. We see you!You can learn more about Kimberly and Emerson Grace here. You can follow Emerson Grace  @emersongracenashville on Facebook and Instagram.You can learn more about Amy and Citizen of Humanity here. You can also learn about AGOLDE here and GOLDSIGN here. You can follow Citizen of Humanity @citizensofhumanity, AGOLDE @agolde and GOLDSIGN @goldsigndenim on Instagram.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

This episode was originally released on March 17, 2021.When good friends and busy, working moms Karey Burke, Dawn Olmstead and Jenn Worley couldn't find a great facial that they could afford on a regular basis, they decided to build it.The powerhouse trio envisioned a place where men, women & teens could get spa-grade facials without all the fuss sans dark rooms and Peruvian flute music. Their goal was to create a fun, fresh, modern destination with an upbeat and uplifting vibe. Together with celebrity dermatologist, Dr. Harold Lancer, and a team of superstar estheticians the Face Haus was launched in Los Angeles in 2013, and the brand hasn't stopped growing—or glowing—since.Join our conversation with CCO, Jenn Worley, for a look at how she built a disruptive service brand, took on investors to expand into multiple locations, and cultivate a culture of inclusivity with employees and customers alike.Follow Jenn at @jenn_worley  and Face Haus @facehaus on Instagram. Be sure to check out Face Haus services at thefacehaus.com.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

This episode was originally released on November 10, 2021.Christy Desai is the Co-Founder and CEO of Okay Humans. After unsuccessfully trying to outrun the stress of life, Christy finally looked for a therapist in hopes of catching her breath. What started as “3-5 sessions” turned into years of deep inner work. Her own experience turned into a personal mission to help other people feel better, stronger, and more alive. Christy returned to school to pursue a master's in clinical psychology as well as become a licensed marriage and family therapist. Okay Humans is a completely fresh approach to face-to-face talk therapy dedicated to modernizing and destigmatizing the entire experience around therapy.In this episode, Nada sits down with Christy to discuss why she used a retail model to rethink how we offer talk therapy services. Christy's passion for making Okay Humans accessible permeates through every customer touchpoint, from finding a therapist to membership to the MentaliTEA bar. Christy resourced her franchise experience and partnership with The Feel-Good Company to build a new vision for talk therapy. This fifth episode in our retail season focuses specifically on disrupting antiquated processes to eliminate the barriers of entry to empower customers. This conversation will INSPIRE you to reimagine, and revise your current or potential service offering(s) to better serve your customers and your brand.  You can follow Christy and Okay Humans @okayhumans on Instagram and Facebook. To learn more about their Okay Humans services got to OkayHumans.com.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

This episode was originally released on November 3, 2021.Dimitra Davidson is the President & COO of Indeed Labs. She is a champion of great skin for real people. As the driving force behind this global independent brand, Dimitra has built a reputation on asking tough questions about ingredients, formulations, industry trends and product usage so that everyone can get to real results faster. Since the brand's launch in 2011, Indeed Labs has been a pioneer of scientific, no-nonsense skincare. In this episode, Nada sits down with Dimitra to discuss how she was able to scale Indeed Labs from kiosks to global distribution. She leaned into customer focus groups and identified where Indeed Labs could create targeted solutions.This fourth episode in our retail season focuses specifically on consumer feedback. Dimitra consistently reiterates, “Asking questions, listening to consumers and creating accessible solutions are essential to scaling your business.”This conversation will give you plenty of ideas--from engaging with consumers to creating products sure to turn customers into loyal fans of your brand. You can follow Dimitra and Indeed Labs @indeedlabs on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.  To find out more about Indeed Labs products go to IndeedLabs.com.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

This episode was originally released on October 20, 2021.In 2003, Chelsea Shukov and Jamie Grobecker came together with a common goal: to develop a collection of fine stationery for a new generation. Sugar Paper would have the quality of the fine paper goods they saw on their mother's desks, but with an aesthetic and feel that was made for the modern girl. Armed with an antique letterpress, they brought their vision to life in a stationery collection centered on quality, love and dedication to the craft.Nearly twenty years later, that quality, love and dedication are still seen in every Sugar Paper product they design and make in their Los Angeles studio.In this episode, Nada sits down with Chelsea and Jamie to discuss how they have navigated growing their retail brand into an Omnichannel business and lifestyle brand to include multiple retail locations, a wholesale division, a  licensing partnership with Target, and selling DtC.This is the second episode in our season focused on retail, but if you want the backstory on this dynamic duo, tune in to episode 88! They are generous, transparent and accessible, and a must-listen for all business partners. This episode is filled to the brim with retail model options that will help you consider how to structure and grow your own retail brand one crumb at a time--you gotta listen to understand that reference!You can follow Sugar Paper at @sugarpaperla on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. You can check out their amazing products at sugarpaper.com. Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

This episode was originally released on September 18, 2019.When good friends and busy, working moms Karey Burke, Dawn Olmstead and Jenn Worley couldn't find a great facial that they could afford on a regular basis, they decided to build it.The powerhouse trio envisioned a place where men, women & teens could get spa-grade facials without all the fuss sans dark rooms and Peruvian flute music. Their goal was to create a fun, fresh, modern destination with an upbeat and uplifting vibe. Together with celebrity dermatologist, Dr. Harold Lancer, and a team of superstar estheticians the Face Haus was launched in Los Angeles in 2013, and the brand hasn't stopped growing—or glowing—since.Join our conversation with CCO, Jenn Worley, for a look at how she built a disruptive service brand, took on investors to expand into multiple locations, and cultivate a culture of inclusivity with employees and customers alike.Follow Jenn at @jenn_worley  and Face Haus @facehaus on Instagram. Be sure to check out Face Haus services at thefacehaus.com.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

This episode was originally released on May 26, 2021.Alli Webb is the Co-Founder of Drybar and Squeeze and an N.Y. Times Bestselling Author. After spending 15 years as a professional hairstylist, Webb left the hair industry in 2005 to start a family. Alli was a stay-at-home mom for 5 years before deciding it was time to pursue the creative side of hairstyling at a new mom-pace. She began offering affordable in-home blowout services to her mommy friends, which quickly expanded into a mobile operation. 10 years later and over 150+ locations across the U.S., Webb's Drybar has exploded into a nationally recognized and highly sought-after brand.In this episode, Nada sits down with Alli to discuss her recently launched jewelry company Becket + Quill. This is her first experience with a direct-to-consumer business and first venture without her Drybar team involved. At the age of 46, she advises it is never too late to start a business and if there is something you don't feel confident doing, find people that have the skills to do it. She talks about her motivation to start a podcast and her belief that every business has different measures of success and fulfillment. In this conversation,  Alli is patently honest about her own struggles and strengths and the importance of being vulnerable. You can learn more about Alli by following @alliwebb, @becketandquill, @raisingthebarpod, @thedrybar, @squeeze on Instagram. You can see Becket + Quill's jewelry here. Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

This episode was originally released on April 28, 2021.Maha Ibrahim is a General Partner of Canaan Partners, an early-stage venture capital firm, where she has worked since March 2000. Maha isn't our typical guest...Maha isn't a female founder but she is a female “FINDER”. In this episode, Nada sits down with Maha and discusses how she approaches her decision-making to invest in early-stage ventures. For many female entrepreneurs, raising capital seems unattainable but Maha breaks it down. Whether you're raising millions or thousands, this episode will become your go-to reference. Nada asks Maha big questions and Maha delivers intentional insight for anyone who is considering raising money to scale their business. You can learn more about Maha and her work, you can go here.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Garance Doré is the founder of the skincare line Doré, which launched in May 2022. Born in Corsica, Garance grew up dipping in and out of the sea and running wild through nature. She established her career, and creative spirit, in Paris before moving to New York to become internationally recognized for her illustrations, street-style photographs, and writing.Garance has returned to her French roots and has merged her love of simplicity and nature with a desire to deliver clean, gentle, and effective Made-in-France skin care for everyone. This newest iteration of Doré was born because Garance believes, "life isn't meant to be spent in front of a mirror." In this episode, Nada sits with Garance to discuss her journey from fashion influencer and blogger to skincare company founder and writer. Garance holds nothing back and opens up about her struggle with anxiety and depression. From sharing her news on social media to her refusal to be defined by the experience, she is candid and accessible at every turn. Garance also talks about the gift of having a soulful outlet separate from her business and the power of setting boundaries. Be sure to check out Doré's website, and sign up for her newsletter. And while you're at it, grab a copy of her style guide meets memoir book,  Love Style Life--we're sure you'll love it! Follow on Instagram: @dore, @garancedore.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures

Whitney Casares, MD, MPH, FAAP, is a board-certified pediatrician, author, speaker, and full-time working mother of two. She is a Stanford University-trained private-practice pediatrician. Dr. Whitney, as she refers to herself, holds a Master of Public Health in Maternal and Child Health from The University of California, Berkeley, and a Journalism degree from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. She is a Mama Mindset Thought Leader and the author of The New Baby Blueprint: Caring for You and Your Little One (American Academy of Pediatrics, March 2020) and The Working Mom Blueprint: Winning at Parenting without Losing Yourself (American Academy of Pediatrics, May 2021). Her work focuses on helping working moms prevent and banish overwhelm and burnout. Dr. Whitney hosts the Modern Mommy Doc Podcast and is the Founder and CEO of the Modern Mamas Club App. In this episode, Nada sits down with Dr. Whitney to discuss the reality of juggling your work, passions, and family life. She shares her journey from a traditional career path to entrepreneurship, launching a blog, podcast, and app, all providing information and tools to working mothers. She opens up about how much time it took for her ventures to generate an income and why she chooses to straddle her entrepreneurial platforms and her practice as a pediatrician. She gives us tools to deal with the stresses of motherhood and the validation that we are not alone. Be sure to check out Modern Mommy Doc's website, download the Modern Mamas Club App, and listen in on her podcast for the Modern Working Mom: Modern Mommy Doc Podcast. Check out her books The New Baby Blueprint: Caring for You and Your Little One (American Academy of Pediatrics, March 2020) and The Working Mom Blueprint: Winning at Parenting without Losing Yourself (American Academy of Pediatrics, May 2021). Follow on Instagram: @modernmommydoc Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Lori Runnfeldt opened her boutique, True Love Always, in 2022. She spent years gathering a collection of her favorite things from all over the world, and now they are available for discerning shoppers to enjoy at her Montecito boutique. There is something for everyone in this curated collection of accessories and treasures for your home, wardrobe, and jewelry box. TLA's little-of-this and a little-of-that merchandise mix makes every nook and cranny a place to discover. At the heart of the brand is  Lori's philosophy, built on finding objects that burrow their way into our everyday narrative and grow to hold value beyond any thread count, design motif, or fashion trend. Loving it and sharing it is what this start-up does best. In this episode, Nada sits down with Lori to discuss heading into life as an empty nester and looking for her next move. Runnfeldt shares the soup-to-nuts experience of launching a retail shop. From the backroom and the first wholesale account to finding people to fill in the gaps and learning to believe in herself and her vision, Lori takes us step-by-step through her process. Her words of wisdom about trusting your gut and knowing when to wait before moving forward versus shooting from the hip are a lesson in entrepreneurship. She reminds us to “be yourself, follow your gut, and wear a helmet!”Be sure to check out True Love Always website.  And, if you are in the Montecito area the address is: 1115 Coast Village Road Montecito, CA 93108. Follow on Instagram: @tlagoodsPlease follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Kristina Synder is a former photography agent, photo editor, photographer, and travel writer. She has meandered through creative communities in New York City since arriving from her native Sweden in the late 80s. During the day, she worked as an editor and researcher at magazines like Newsweek, Time, and People, and in the evenings, she was “the girl who schlepped music equipment from CBGB's at three in the morning” after her husband's gigs.  Today, Kristina is the founder and CEO of SNYDER, one of the most well-respected artist representation agencies, with offices in the US and the UK. Kristina has used her experience to build and develop illustrators, animators, and visual artists. Many of the artists SNYDER represents are award-winning creators and industry leaders. Kristina herself has taken home multiple awards for Creative Direction.  Kristina is in the very beginning stages of writing a book on creativity and risk-taking. She believes that creativity is a mindset that can benefit both business and life. Her creativity comes from her deep connection to nature, art, books, photography, film, and creative writing. In this episode, Nada sits down with Kristina to discuss her definition of creativity and how she has applied it to launch her agency and grow her team at SNYDER. She shares why SNYDER is a 100% female-owned and operated team representing more than 50% female artists. She credits her balanced life with her daily practice of walking media-free for an hour each morning. This regular ritual allows her to unplug, listen to her thoughts and tap into her creativity. She encourages us to do the same. Be sure to check out SNYDER's website. Follow on Instagram: @wearesnyder_Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Amy Swift Crosby is a brand strategist and copywriter. She has positioned or voiced messaging across the commercial spectrum, from iconic brands like Mandarin Oriental, PepsiCo, Guess Brands, Limited Brands, Pottery Barn, and BVLGARI to boutique brands like B&H Photo and Video, Sur La Table, The Wild Unknown, The Class by Taryn Toomey, ErgoBaby, Barre3 and legendary metaphysical bookstore, Bodhi Tree. Outside of these industries, she has created strategic plans and messaging campaigns for hospitals, real estate campus projects, universities, the U. S. Government, and the State of California. Amy has also been active in the entrepreneurial space as a founder of SMARTY, a community for women-owned business leaders, and BDY SQD, a group of health and wellness studios in Boston and New York City. She now consults with brands, founders, and CEOs using brand strategy to drive growth and build relevance within a channel or industry.In this episode, Nada sits with Amy to discuss the decision to close BDY SQD's doors in 2022. This rare and much-needed conversation is missing from the entrepreneurial playbook, and we are grateful to Amy for sharing her story. Ending an entrepreneurial chapter is as important as launching one. The learning curve is steep and relentless, and in time can provide clarity that guides your next steps. Amy shares that she learned she would much rather be a CEO's wingman than a CEO. She also acknowledges her need for work to return to something sensuous--something you find interesting that utilizes your skills.Amy recommends the Huberman Lab podcast, cold outdoor showers, "Four Thousands Weeks" by Oliver Burkeman, and “Six Walks” by Ben Shattuck.Be sure to listen to Amy's website and her podcast, The Brand Smiths. Follow her on Instagram: @amyswiftcrosbyPlease follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

BURU was founded in 2013 by Morgan Hutchinson after she realized that there was a fashion void for new moms. Today she designs and produces responsibly-made bespoke pieces from her downtown LA micro-factory. Morgan began her career in Manhattan and managed to build a successful lingerie company called Passport Panties before moving to Beijing with her now husband, Brett. Just weeks after moving back to the US from China, Morgan became a mother and struggled to find clothing that would withstand the demands of new motherhood. While she didn't want to sacrifice style, she needed pieces that were comfortable, washable and functional. Her BURU designs transcend generations, seasons, and phases of motherhood. In this episode, Nada sits down with Morgan to discuss how she launched her childhood dream of becoming a fashion designer. She shares how she, along with her business partner and husband, has chosen the slower route of building their brand and how that benefits their long-term goals of owning the entire manufacturing to retail cycle. Community has been at the core of BURU's growth. Whether on social media or in person connections, Morgan has brought her loyal following together by giving them access to her designs through her BURU Busses; vans made into mobile shops!Whether you're a mother or not, you will appreciate Morgan's message of empowering women to find their personal style and own it. Oh! And listen closely to her travel hack for kids–we're gonna give it a try too!Check out BURU website and their Side Zip Turtleneck Knit Dresses, it comes in multiple colors! Follow her on Instagram: @shopburu. Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Korinna Howie is the digital creator behind the Instagram account @isthistooyoungforme. There she shares her love of sustainable fashion, cruelty-free beauty, and stuff that makes her, and consequently us, happy. When a family issue required Korinna's time and attention, she put her career on hold. Desperate for a creative outlet, she decided to try her hand at social media. Her interest in fashion and beauty and her relaxed and casual approach turned her into everyone's BFF. Her account has become more than a “what clothes to wear and which potions to apply” platform. ITTYFM has become a community of kind and like-minded women looking for connection as much as advice.In this episode, Nada sits down with Korinna to discuss her unintended role as an influencer. She gets honest about the money she has made, the types of brands she works with, and the 3 hours a day spent answering DMs. With a focus on being more than a curated account on “the Gram”, she shares the one question she always asks herself before posting anything, “What's in it for the person that follows me?” This is the question that drives her and keeps her community coming back for more. Korinna reminds us to find what gives you joy and make time for those things every day. She also shares her go-to skincare product “Weleda Skin Food.” Follow her on Instagram: @isthistooyoungforme Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Together Segal was founded in 2019 by twin sisters Amy and Melissa Segal. The two launched their independent clothing label for petite women who live consciously and choose thoughtfully.  As petite women, the sisters felt a gap in the market for sustainable and timeless wardrobe essentials for women under 5'4. The Segal sister's simple mission is to create intentional designs for petite women and offer timeless, minimal, and versatile wardrobe essentials made to last.  In this episode, Nada sits down with Amy and Mellisa to discuss how their business backgrounds equipped them to create their clothing label and how they divide and conquer some tasks while sharing others. The co-founders share how they had to educate themselves about the industry, surround themselves with experts, and ultimately take a leap of faith. The two trade stories about the importance of community; whether their community of petite women or fellow female entrepreneurs, they are passionate about building and leaning into a circle of like-minded women. Their energy is contagious and will leave you ready to take your own creative leap. Check out the Together Segal website. Amy shares that she lives in Together Segal's Ali Pant and Mellisa says that traveling is made easy with the Andy dress in your suitcase. And follow on Instagram:@togethersegal Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

After 15 years as co-founder of the cult cosmetic brand Three Custom Color Specialists, Trae Bodge felt like she hit a wall. She decided it was time to branch out. Her search for a corporate spot in her industry yielded nothing so she turned her attention to writing freelance. Discovering her love for sharing budget friendly living ideas landed her a job at RetailMeNot, eventually becoming their spokesperson. A layoff prompted another search for what was next, she took matters into her own hands and launched her career as a smart-shopping expert.    Today Trae is an accomplished lifestyle journalist and TV commentator specializing in smart-shopping, personal finance, and retail for over a decade. She has appeared on TV over 1,000 times; including Today Show, GMA3, NBC Nightly News, Inside Edition, and network affiliates nationwide. She is a frequent speaker at conferences, on podcasts and IG Lives, addressing such topics as media relations, entrepreneurship, and how to navigate the media landscape as an on-air talent and expert source. She has co-founded the media coaching firm, One Take, sharing her career expertise with others.  In this episode, Nada sits down with Trae to discuss how not being a fit for one industry led to finding the perfect fit for her. Trae opens up about how difficult it was for her to find what was next, and the value of a Whisper Network. She credits her success to her tenacity, hard work,  and living her brand. She also emphatically states that entrepreneurship is not for everyone. Trae leaves us a free tip suggesting the easiest way to save money is with a browser extension from a coupon site like CouponCabin, Slickdeals, Rakuten, or Honey. Check out Trae's website. If you are interested in receiving media coaching from Trae, check out One Take.  And follow on Instagram: @truetrae @onetakemediacoaching Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Heidi Zumbrun is a life-long fine art and commercial photographer living in Los Angeles. With roots seated deeply in the surf and motorcycle worlds, her lens provides a unique and daring firsthand photographic diary of Los Angeles' beach and street cultures. Her editorial perspective is fueled by a love of fashion, good waves, two wheels and the lifestyle that goes along with it.Heidi received a BFA from UC Santa Barbara and an MFA from the San Francisco Art Institute. Her photographs are included in the permanent collection at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Berkeley Museum, Denver Museum, and the Ulrich Museum.  She is a recipient of the Phelan Award, Alexander Gerbode Foundation Award, and the Artadia Fund for Art & Dialogue. Heidi's always seeking the unusual to create the beautiful.In this episode, Nada sits down with Heidi to discuss the wild ride that her photography career has taken her on. From her start in a fine art gallery to learning to develop film in a tent as a white water rafting photographer, she discusses how each chapter of her career has equipped her to be who she is today. Heidi also shares how she has had to balance times of plenty and famine, and why she thinks being an “unstuck” woman has been liberating. Check out Michael Beck's Unstuck Woman project on Instagram: @unstuckwomanCheck out  Heidi's website. And follow on Instagram: @heidizumbrunPlease follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Faith Blakeney is a designer, stylist, and mother. As a child, she spent countless hours in her Berkeley, California home redecorating her room, dressing up, and dancing in the mirror. She studied architecture at UC Berkeley, designed costumes for the local theater, and immersed herself in all things old and beautiful at the local auction house where she worked. After fifteen years of studying and working in France, Italy, and New York, Faith launched her design studio in 2010. Today, she brings passion, purpose, and play to her clients, whether dressing them for the red carpet or designing their dream spaces in LA, NY, and beyond. In this episode, Nada sits down with Faith to retrace her incredible journey from living in Italy to understanding firsthand what Dolce Vida means. Her dream of taking a leap into interior design was confirmed one day when she earned her first client while chatting up a guest at a wedding reception. The two laugh and tear up as Faith conveys her passion for creating spaces for others to feel at home and to give back something more than “decor”. She discusses how her upbringing impacted her perspective and purpose to create beauty on this planet. Faith suggests you read: Calling in "The One" by Katherine Woodward Thomas. And Nada says the Botton Bunk article Faith referenced, “How This Guy Went From A Bottom Bunk in Jail to Top of A Melrose Sneaker House” is a must-read.  Check out Faith Blakeney's website. And follow on Instagram: @studiofaithblakeneyPlease follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Corrie Sullivan is an artist and the founder of Corrie in Color. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband, Aaron, and three daughters, Sienna, Scarlett, and Indigo (yes, all color names). The two initially left Ireland to spend a year exploring LA and are still here 12 years later. Corrie has always been creating. Her childhood love of texture and art led her to a degree in Textile Design and Art History from the National College of Art and Design in Dublin. Corrie is fascinated by the powerful way in which art influences and moves people. She loves soaking up inspiration from creative cities, museums, fashion, and food. And if you ever have the pleasure of running into Corrie she is sure to be wearing one of her quintessential bright outfits. In this episode, Nada sits down with Corrie to discuss how her pursuit of creating spaces of joy led her into the art installation world. Whether for private events, corporate events, short-term installations, or permanent installations, Corrie has become the go-to designer for top brands. Corrie loves owning and running her own company and shares that she has even fallen in love with spreadsheets. She opens up about working with a team of freelancers and how to keep everyone working as a cohesive team.Be sure to read: Joyful: The Surprising Power of Ordinary Things to Create Extraordinary Happiness Book by Ingrid Fetell Lee, and I Know How She Does It: How Successful Women Make the Most of Their Time by Laura Vanderkam.Check out Corrie in Color's website. And follow on Instagram: @corrie.in.colorPlease follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Roz Kaur is a Sacramento-based stylist, as well as a diversity and pro-age activist. She has worked in the fashion industry for over 30 years, teaching women how to develop and maintain their authentic personal style.In this episode, Nada sits down with Roz to discuss her journey as a stylist and influencer. Roz's fearless approach to dressing has garnered a loyal Instagram following and earned her a top spot amongst pro-age advocates. Her secret sauce, she does it all "for the fun of it." Ms. Kaur shares that the only thing she is trying to sell is confidence. Her passion for empowering women is infectious. And listen until the end–you won't want to miss the three simple and accessible style tips Roz shares to amp up your wardrobe!Follow Roz on Instagram: @roz_creativestylist.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Reni is a ‘tell it like it is' entrepreneur who has run and operated several successful creative businesses in the design + service industries. Her experiences in retail, merchandising, staging and graphic design have taught her a million lessons about what she wants and doesn't want from her current venture. Together with her mother, Reni launched a bespoke gifting business for realtors and professionals. After years of creative directing and managing her branding agency, Reni started Sun and Salt Studio as a community space to learn and explore one's creativity. Reni was no longer able to offer face-to-face creative classes due to the Pandemic. She decided to shift her focus to her creativity and reimagined her offering under the name Sun and Salt Creative.In this episode, Nada sits down with Reni to discuss her clear vision of what Sun and Salt Creative would and would not be. She sets clear expectations for herself, her business, and her life using what she learned in her previous ventures. Reni articulates how her goals differed from venture to venture and how they reflected where she was at in her life.Be sure to try out Reni's bonus recommendation of cold-pressed coconut oil for your skin. Check out Sun and Salt Creative's website. And follow on Instagram: @sunandsaltcreative.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Kirsten Blazek is the creative director behind A1000xBetter - a multifaceted design firm founded on the principle that design is a nuanced and layered process that requires you to look beyond the surface. Kirsten has an incredible eye for design, and her eclectic interiors showcase her love of vintage treasures, bohemian style, moody spaces, and penchant for the American Southwest.  In 2016, Kirsten launched A1000xBetter as a staging company based in LA. Needing to challenge herself, Kirsten has shifted her focus from staging to interior design. It was a risk to leave behind the staging business she successfully cultivated over years of hard work, but a risk worth taking to pursue life-giving work that allowed Kirsten and her team to create permanent spaces from the ground up.In this episode, Nada sits down with Kirsten for a second time! Blazek first shared her start-up story with Nada in 2017. Today, Kirsten discusses how A1000xBetter's transition was born of personal growth as much as professional aspirations. She talks about the need to pause and reassess when you find yourself losing passion for your work.  Be sure to listen to Kirsten's first interview with Nada: Episode 4: How Taking a Risk Allows You to Create Your Dream Job, and Kirsten's recommendation: Mark Groves for those looking for a personal growth podcast.  Check out A1000xBetter's website. And follow on Instagram: @a1000xbetter. Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Jennifer Archie is a Los Angeles native. After graduating from Howard University with a microbiology degree and venturing into the study of mold, she ended up working in her father's business for 15 years. Itching to do something new, she took a position with a non-profit for a year, and later tried her hand at her own business, but things were not going according to plan.While on the journey to figure out what was next for her professional future, her daughter, June, was experiencing dry scaly skin and a mild case of eczema when she was a baby. Jennifer spent a lot of time and money searching for a product to relieve her discomfort. After steroid prescriptions and numerous over-the-counter products, she decided to make her body butter. She started with the basics. As she researched and learned about other types of butter and essential oils, she began to develop a butter that the whole family could benefit from. Friends started asking for a jar of the healing concoction and insisted on paying when Jennifer would offer it up for free. One order after another poured in and a business was born. Looking once again to her daughter for inspiration, this time for a brand name, she recalled June saying “I love my...Butta!” And so, Junie Bees Butta was born. In this episode, Nada sits down with Jennifer to discuss how each experience in life leads to the next. Even those detours prove to be meaningful. At a time when Jennifer was giving up on one entrepreneurial venture, another opportunity appeared. Through hard work and with the support of a small and intentional community of like-minded women, Ms. Archie saw her company soar. The interview will leave you wondering if your next opportunity is right in front of you. It also offers a freeing perspective as Jennifer so wisely says, “there is no boat to miss.”For all your butta needs check out Junie Bees Butta's website. And follow on Instagram: @juniebeesbuttaPlease follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Traci is a self-proclaimed “Swiss-Army knife in heels.” She is a seasoned leader with a 20-year plus history with corporate, non-profit, and entrepreneurial organizations. She is centered on building brands, businesses, and bottom lines. Currently, Traci is the President of the interior design firm House of Honey. She is responsible for the day-to-day business, marketing, and operations. Jennifer is a Realtor and Founding Partner at Deasy Penner Podley. After starting in the world of styling and costume design, she decided that she had enough of the movie industry. She got her real estate license and hasn't looked back. She has almost 16 years of experience in real estate serving clients throughout Southern California.  Although thriving in separate careers, friends Traci and Jennifer decided to launch The Grateful Shed; a wellness concept space rooted in the appreciation of friendship, nature, and healing. Located in a shed behind Jennifer's house, they create immersive gatherings and experiences dedicated to the cultivation of connection through rituals, remedies, and workshops. They align individuals with healers, experts, and brands that celebrate nature, community, and well-being.  In this episode, Nada sits down with Traci and Jennifer to discuss how The Grateful Shed came to be. The two friends open up about their growing desire for a space of learning that relates to their current stage in life. They also discuss why they are not turning this project into a business any time soon, and how that allows more freedom for The Grateful Shed to evolve.  Traci and Jennifer have lots of great suggestions to check out! Traci recommends listening to David Sinclair's podcast. She also shares staying healthy through detox protocol Fascia Flossing, Lymphatic System self-care,  Intermittent Fasting,  taking Metacurcumin supplements, and Infrared Sauna -she goes to her local gym for this! Jennifer says you will thank her after trying Honey Mama's yummy treats. And, recommends her meditation teacher and friend - Austyn Wells. To sign up for The Grateful Shed's newsletter and to learn about all of their upcoming gatherings, check out their website. And follow on Instagram: @the.grateful.shed Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

After leaving a high-level corporate career in marketing and advertising behind, Marla Aaron launched her first collection in 2012 when her combined obsessions with bridges, hardware, and jewelry could no longer be ignored. What began with one lock is now an entire collection designed to be worn in infinite ways and used as “jewel tools”. The goal is for individuals to not see the jewelry as too precious and to create their own collection of pieces that can be worn in a variety of ways. The company's rebellious approach to jewelry led to the December 2017 installation of their first jewelry vending machine at the Brooklyn Museum. All of the pieces in the collection are proudly made and finished by hand in New York City and sold all over the world. Marla and her team regularly release new designs on Instagram first to a loyal following. Aaron is also using her jewelry to spread some love with her #lockyourmom Project giving single moms a sterling silver Baby Heartlock. To date, she and her team have given out thousands of Heartlocks to deserving single moms all over the country. Marla resides in New York City with her husband, knitting and waiting for her children to come home to visit.In this episode, Nada sits down with Marla to discuss her transition away from the corporate world and into designing jewelry and running a business. They discuss the tension of pursuing a passion when everyone is telling you to continue on your safe path. When discussing the company's social media success, it's clear that the brand's rebellious and whimsical approach has earned them both cult status and a loyal clientele. Be sure to read the Wall Street Journal article on Marla Aaron. Check out Marla Aaron's website. And follow on Instagram: @marlaaaron.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

With over twenty years as a knitwear designer, Elisa has developed a refined aesthetic while working with luxury fibers from across the globe. After her studies at New York's Fashion Institute of Technology and Polìmoda in Florence Italy, she spent her career designing for fashion brands and high-end retailers. She also found herself at the top of her professional game and living a comfortable life in Seattle with her family.  That cozy life was upset by a layoff due to the pandemic and Elisa had to rethink her future. Was it finally time to pursue her lifelong dream of owning her brand?  Four months later Elisa designed her first capsule collection and named her newly minted brand SSKEIN. From concept to launch, Elisa was able to pursue her dream and create an impact in the process. During her career, she had seen the damage that fast fashion had on the environment and wanted to create and manage things differently now that she was in charge. Elisa's vision for creating a sustainable knitwear brand made with purpose and integrity was finally realized. In this episode, Nada sits down with Elisa to discuss how her expertise made this rapid launch possible despite language barriers and limited space for inventory. Elisa opens up about being the daughter of immigrants and the pressure to be a success. She shares the details of SSKEIN's pillars of sustainability and how they are core to the brand. She advises others to discover new perspectives (you will want to hear where she finds her inspiration) and reminds us to be grateful for what we have.  Check out SSKEIN's website. And follow on Instagram: @sskein.co. Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Rachel worked with chronic pain patients for over ten years. She understood first-hand how food, nutrients, and movement can help people rebalance and heal themselves.  After finding that her perimenopausal symptoms were disruptive to her life, Rachel did her homework, searching for helpful midlife resources, only to come up short. She also realized that women that looked like her were missing from the conversation altogether. She wondered if she could create a judgment-free space for midlife women to learn from one another and express themselves with compassion. Rachel put one foot in front of the other and launched her blog and Instagram account @themenomemos, and began the conversation she was searching for. Her commitment to representation and dispensing encouragement, humor, and meaningful information about a host of midlife issues while creating a community that could share conversations, tools, tips, and resources about perimenopause and menopause was born.   In this episode, Nada sits down with Rachel to discuss how she built her social media presence and why she decided to use Instagram as her platform. She shares how she realized her friends were naturally turning to her for answers to health-related questions and why that prompted her to collaborate with the Perry community to host Perry Talks.Check out Rachel's blog. If you are interested in joining the Perry community, check out their website. Be sure to be on the lookout for Rachel's Perry Talks! And follow on Instagram: @themenomemos @ohhelloperry Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

This episode was originally released on April 28, 2021.Maha Ibrahim is a General Partner of Canaan Partners, an early-stage venture capital firm, where she has worked since March 2000. Maha isn't our typical guest...Maha isn't a female founder but she is a female “FINDER”. In this episode, Nada sits down with Maha and discusses how she approaches her decision-making to invest in early-stage ventures. For many female entrepreneurs, raising capital seems unattainable but Maha breaks it down. Whether you're raising millions or thousands, this episode will become your go-to reference. Nada asks Maha big questions and Maha delivers intentional insight for anyone who is considering raising money to scale their business. You can learn more about Maha and her work, you can go here.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

This episode was originally released on May 19, 2021Erica Reitman is teaching online coaches to break the rules in order to break through the noise and find their voice and their people. She is helping them reinvent their businesses, make money and change their corner of the world. In her past life, she was a successful interior designer, and her home has now appeared in two best-selling design books. She's written for HGTV, Elle Decor, House Beautiful and the Huffington Post. She is now on a mission to help 1,000 women build online coaching businesses that Erica promises will “turn heads, keep people talking and make all the basic bitches jealous.”In this episode, Nada sits down with Erica Reitman to discuss how she became a coach to coaches. How meta can you get? She shares her career journey from Marketing to Interior Design to her current role. Erica, an Instagram wizard, offers tips and insights that are sure to make your Instagram page thrive. Spoiler alert, she encourages you to be fully authentic and says the key is experimenting with social media. Erica talks about how age and experience have taught her to get over her need to people-please and the doors that have opened as a result. These are the same doors she believes can open for us all when we commit to being ourselves. You can learn more about Erica and her coaching services here. You can follow Erica @ericareitman on Instagram.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

This episode was originally released on June 16, 2021.Nan Simonsen is a certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and author of Aging Powerfully: Accept Your Past and Take Control of Your Future. In this episode, Nada sits down with Nan to discuss her many reinventions and the success she has found, and the lessons she has learned along the way. Nan has had many amazing careers simply by choosing to walk through doors that opened to her.  As a young mother she was determined to have a career and quickly found her talents for sales and managing people made her a perfect fit for becoming a Tupperware representative. Those humble beginnings landed her at the top of the Tupperware franchise as a leading distributor for over 20 years. Even her husband left his job as an engineer to help run their now multi-million dollar company.  After selling their Tupperware business she decided to become a master gardener and created a botanical garden at her home. Her property was featured in many gardening magazines and part of garden tours. Through word of mouth, her budding landscape design  business was born and flourished.15 years later she retired from her second business and began to study and learn about nutrition. After coming to terms with a lifelong eating disorder and diving into classes, she decided to apply what she was learning and teach others. At 70 years old, Nan is tackling her third career, this time as a health coach and author. Her work is geared towards teaching people how to age P.O.W.E.R.F.U.L.L.Y. Tune in to learn how this acronym can radically change how you live and age. You can learn more about Nan's services on her website here. You can follow her @agingpowerfullywithnan on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

This episode was originally released on June 16, 2021.Susan Feldman is the founder of In The Groove, a new lifestyle destination for age-defying women. In The Groove is a community that celebrates and engages their audience as the evolving and relevant women they are. Founded with a sense of humor, community, and self-awareness, In The Groove is on a mission to free women from rules, age limits, and expectations.In this episode, Nada sits down with Susan Feldman to discuss her passion for helping women age confidently and stylishly, specifically women over 50. Susan's mantra, “Stay young at heart,” is reflected in becoming the co-founder of One Kings Lane at 53 and launching again in her 60s with In The Groove. She shares the differences between starting these two businesses and the lessons she learned along the way. Susan points out that our outlook on entrepreneurship shouldn't focus on reinventing ourselves, but instead on a new iteration of who we already are. “Keep it simple and stay focused,” says Susan, “your idea, your business doesn't need to be complicated!” Wiser words were never spoken!You can learn more about Susan and In The Groove by visiting In The Groove's website. You can follow @getinthegroove1 on Instagram and Facebook. Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

This episode was originally released on June 23, 2021.April Uchitel is the Co-Founder of THE BOARD, a vetted network of value-driven consultants bringing C-level “dream team” expertise to brands. April most recently held CEO positions at ONDA Beauty and at Violet Grey. Before that, April was the Chief Brand Officer and founding team member at Spring, where she led brand strategy and curation. Prior to Spring, she spent 25 years in the fashion industry. April is a self-proclaimed “accidental activist” and is a founding member of IAMAVOTER.In this episode, Nada sits down with April Uchitel to discuss how she Co-Founded The Board during and as a result of the pandemic. April recognized the seismic shift that the pandemic created across many industries. Many talented individuals were leaving their jobs and businesses. She questioned what would happen if she could parlay these extremely talented freelancers into a project-based curated consultant team for young businesses that needed guidance from experienced leaders.The Board is shifting the top-down model to a community model.One of the reasons why The Board is now a sought-after agency is because of April's depth of experience and foresight to counteract the growing ageism in the workplace by leaning into the expertise of industry leaders who are now at the top of their game. April herself has decades of experience as she has held multiple CEO positions, Chief Brand Officer, and 9 years as the EVP of Global Sales & Strategy at DVF. Partnering with young businesses, The Board is able to help them strategize, brand building, and avoid problems that they might not have the experience to foresee. April considers her “matchmaking” skills as her superpower.You can follow April @apriluchitel on Instagram. To learn more about The Board, follow them @_theboard on Instagram and check out their website here.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

In March 2020, Catherine Welch and her family left their lives in Southern California, on a 6-month sabbatical to travel through Central and South America. After arriving in Antigua, Guatemala on March 3, they found themselves in a precarious situation as the Coronavirus had quickly spread and was catching up to their exact location. The pandemic allowed the 40-year-old entrepreneur and mother of four to create a new normal upon returning home. Together with her husband, they rented out their primary residence and fast-forwarded their dream of moving back to the Central Coast of California, where they attended college, to buy some land and reimagine life for their family. Their property search led them to Windrose Farm. They currently run a farm stand, offer tours, host guests at their Airbnb, and grow their food and spirits label, Finca Los Agaves. In addition, Catherine finds herself driving up and down the coast to deliver fresh eggs and organic produce to Los Angeles restaurants and chefs. Committed to her career in reproduction, Catherine continues to run a genetics lab, Sequence46, and various IVF ventures. She is passionate about her work and opens up about how she balances her multiple ventures. In this episode, Nada sits down with Catherine to discuss her capacity for juggling varied endeavors. She shares how her education in Animal Science provided the foundation for buying a farm with her husband. And she opens up about how she and her husband manage contrasting work styles and make their relationship a priority. Warning, you may find yourself tempted to book your next vacation at Windrose Farm after tuning in. Check out Windrose Farm website. If you are interested in the farm stay check out their Airbnb listing. And follow on Instagram:  @fincalosagaves.co @windrosefarm @sequence46_pgt @thefertilitycollective Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Melanie Wolff is a mother of three under nine and knows a thing or two about juggling work and parenting. Armed with an undergraduate degree from Princeton and an MBA from Columbia, Melanie spent 15 years working in advertising, marketing, and technology for brands including; Schick, Johnson & Johnson, Bravo, and Amazon before launching Brella. After moving to the West Coast and starting a family, Melanie became aware of the lack of early child care services that matched a full-time work schedule and her needs as a parent. After being introduced by a friend to Darien Williams, an architect who shared her hope for more meaningful and updated child care service and space, the two started brainstorming and Brella was born. In addition to the intentionally designed space, parent education, and a customized curriculum for early childhood, Brella has created the first on-demand, technology-enabled child care service that focuses on the needs of families today.In this episode, Nada sits down with Melanie to discuss how she never intended to be an entrepreneur. Once she found herself living with a problem she thought she could solve, it became clear that it was time to take the entrepreneurial leap. Melanie tells us that although she and Darien share many overlapping strengths, they have successfully made that partnership work despite all the advice to differentiate. Setting clear guidelines on how they would solve future problems, they started establishing their partnership before establishing their ideas. Together, they are creating spaces for children to thrive in this day and age, leaving behind the antiquated structures from the 1950s.If you never thought you would launch your own thing, this conversation is specifically for you! Be sure to check out Melanie's use for all things cleaner, hypochlorous acid, and the brand LUMION.Check out Brella's website to look at their beautiful locations in Playa Vista, Hollywood, and soon to open Pasadena. And follow on Instagram: @hellobrellaPlease follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Toronto-based artist Michelle Vella is known for her colorful big eye portrayals of pop culture icons. Since childhood, she's always been considered a talented artist. After graduating with a Fine Arts BA, the starving artist stigma didn't sit well with Vella so she made a choice to pursue art-related careers (and some not so related) instead. In the end, this allowed her to develop skills in sales, marketing, and business.After 10 years of running her graphic design business, Michelle knew it was time to make a career change. At 50 she decided to pursue art full-time. Just as she began to doubt her decision, an email came through that confirmed her career choice and catapulted her pop art success. In this episode, Nada sits down with Michelle to discuss how Instagram launched her career as an artist gaining the attention of Diane von Furstenberg, W Magazine, and British Vogue.Michelle gives tried and true advice about growing your social media following, the importance of IRL engagement with your community, and developing an identifiable point of view. She also shares the mantra that helps her not to dwell on the negative and keep moving forward. Check out Michelle's website full of her iconic big-eye portraits. And follow on Instagram: @michellevellart. Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Sylvana Ward Durrett is the CEO and Co-Founder of Maisonette, a curated children's marketplace. Before founding her own company she worked at Vogue for 14 years as assistant to Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour and later as the director of special projects, producing the annual Costume Institute Met Gala. As a mom scrolling through various sites to find clothes, toys, and furniture for her kids, Sylvana realized that there was a need for a curated marketplace for parents. In 2017 Sylvana co-founded Maisonette to help modern families navigate finding high-quality products for their kids so they could spend less time scrolling, and more time on the good stuff. In this episode, Nada sits down with Sylvana Durrett to discuss how her experience at Vogue prepared her for the jump to starting her entrepreneurial journey. Sylvana is a breath of fresh and candid air, as she opens up about the importance of knowing and trusting a business partner, the benefits of having a strong woman model decision-making and business savvy in a male-dominated world, and the importance (and manageability) of raising venture funds. The two talk about juggling the roles of founder, wife, and mother—and right on cue, her children pop into the podcast for a first-hand account of how she does it.  Check out the Maisonette website. And follow on Instagram: @sylvanitas and @maisonetteworld.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Jeni Britton is an American ice cream maker and entrepreneur. A pioneer of the artisan ice cream movement, she introduced a modern, ingredient-driven style of ice cream making. In 1996 Jeni opened her first ice cream shop, Scream and later founded Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams in 2002. Her first cookbook, Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams at Home, is a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller and won a coveted James Beard Award in 2012. Her second cookbook, Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream Desserts (2014), took dessert making to the next level with an array of ice cream centric desserts. In addition, Jeni is a 2017 Henry Crown Fellow and has been recognized by Fast Company as one of the most creative people in business today.  For the first decade in business, Jeni intentionally decided to move the attention away from her as the founder and put it on the ice cream and the customers. She wanted to become your trusted ice cream maker above all else. Jeni dedicated her life to carefully listening to customers to inform her next move while staying true to her core values–and it paid off.  As Founder and Chief Creative Officer, Jeni's focus has shifted from running the day-to-day business to keeping her eyes on the future of Jeni's. While she remains the beating heart of the company and is in charge of all creative output, she finds herself in her 40's enjoying a personal and professional renaissance. Whether she's communicating the values of Jeni's out to the world, supporting other small businesses, running deep into the forest to learn all that nature has to teach, delving into poetry, baking or sharing her mornings with us on Instagram, you can be sure she'll be wearing lots of color.  In this episode, Nada sits down with Jeni Britton to discuss her hard earned wisdom from 26 years of working with ice cream. She explains that she intentionally uses the term “company” over “business” because it means you are not alone. She has created a strong community and ethos around fellowship at Jeni's and her passion is evident in this interview. Check out Jeni's website. Be sure to click the link to find your nearest Jeni's Scoop Shop. Remember to try Jeni's favorite flavor: Brown Butter Almond Brittle. And follow on Instagram: @jenisicecreams.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Molly Berry, a San Francisco native, has been living in Central America for over 12 years with her husband and two children. A lover of travel and a creative soul, she landed her dream job as the founder and CEO of her very own textile and lifestyle brand. What started as a search for a bedspread turned into the role of a lifetime. A world opened to Molly as she discovered the beautiful weaving by local Guatemalan artisans. Her inspiration led to opportunity when she connected the artisans with a luxury hotel to make one-of-a-kind pieces. Luna Zorro was born. Molly eventually expanded her vision in 2019 by opening a studio boutique in Antigua where she showcases chocolate from her family farm, hosts natural dye, culinary and cultural workshops, and highlights the women weavers of Luna Zorro.What matters most to Molly is having the freedom to live an impactful, inspired, and adventurous life while surrounded by the people she loves.In this episode, Nada sits down with Molly to discuss her entrepreneurial journey to creating Luna Zorro. Molly takes you on her journey of ups and downs and gets candid about how things didn't always go as planned. She shares why she believes the long and windy road was preparing her for her current role and life all along.Check out Luna Zorro's website. Be sure to click on the Workshop tab to check out what classes are available at the studio in Antigua. And follow on Instagram: @luna_zorro @lunazorro_studio @lunazorro_market .   Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Denise Boomkens was a fashion model turned photographer. Now behind the lens, her love of fashion and beauty took her all over the world, touching down in cities like Tokyo, New York, Capetown, and Seoul. As she neared the ‘BIG 4-0', she left her camera behind to have her son and take a few years off to be with him. During that time she was looking for inspiration and began to notice a lack of social media platforms and blogs for women her age. She realized that women her age were worried about getting older, and middle-aged women believed they were no longer relevant after a certain age. Denise decided to come back to her profession but in a new way. She used her love of photography to help change the negative stereotype around aging. She committed to launching a platform that provided what she wasn't seeing–a cool and authentic space that brought fashion, lifestyle, age-consciousness, and community together. Today AndBloom is an age-positive community featuring Dee's edgy and feminine photographs of women over the age of 40, and daily thoughtful reflections and inspiration by Dee herself. In this episode, Nada sits down with Dee to discuss her book AndBloom, The Art of Aging Unapologetically, and why she only takes photos of women over 40. They discuss the lack of visual content for women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s, and Dee shares the responsibility she feels to the women who follow her AndBloom Instagram and blog.Join the Bloomers, subscribe to the blog or follow AndBloom's Instagram. If you are interested in ordering Dee's book AndBloom it is available on her website and Amazon.Dee suggests the apps Preview for organizing Instagram posts and Unfold for creating next-level stories.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Wendy Euler created Goodbye Crop Top when she couldn't find what she was looking for on social media. She made it her mission to be that which she wanted to see. She decided to plant her flag not so much as an influencer, but rather as a kind of age-activist through writing, social media, and podcasting. She rejects the notion that women should fade into the background and knew instinctively that she wasn't alone. ​​Goodbye Crop Top is a place where women of any age——but particularly those with a few crow's feet—can come for camaraderie, validation, information and style. Goodbye Crop Top is an emerging movement that inspires women to unlock their creativity, connect their inner beauty to the outside world, do what enables them to be the truest version of themselves and embrace exactly where they are in life.In this episode, Nada sits down with Wendy to discuss her journey of activism and how she pivoted from solely writing and social media to podcasting, specifically the inspirational podcast “Cropped: A Midlife Minute.” Wendy expands on her anti-anti-aging mission and her perspective as a responsible influencer to always be her authentic self. This conversation is full of many gems that will inspire us that “we can”--especially in midlife!  Check out Goodbye Crop Top's website and Instagram. Listen to “Cropped: A Mid-Life Minute Wendy Euler” on Apple Podcast, Podchaser, Spotify, or any of the many podcast platforms.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Stacy London is one of America's foremost style experts. She is best known as the co-host of TLC's iconic show, “What Not to Wear.” After a career as a stylist that included hosting, executive producing and writing a bestselling book, Stacy has taken on the role of founder and CEO of State Of Menopause. Her holistic product line for women addresses the symptoms associated with menopause and perimenopause. In this new phase of her career, Stacy is doing what she has done her entire career as a stylist: helping people who are suffering silently, raising their confidence and self-esteem by alleviating external symptoms, and removing the shame that surrounds them.In this episode, Nada sits down with Stacy to discuss her experience with menopause and how it propelled her into her current role as CEO. She opens up about taking on that role in midlife and the failures, successes and lessons learned along the way. She is serious about working to alleviate the stigma women face as they age. This conversation is a great reminder that your future self is waiting for you to let go and come as you are. There are so many iterations of you to embrace. Check out State Of Menopause's products here. Learn more about the 34 more common symptoms of menopause on Elektra Health 21st Century Guide to Menopause here.Stacy suggests the apps Klaviyo and Looker for mining data and setting up your email marketing needs. Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

Dr. Michaela O'Donnell is the author of, Make Work Matter: Your Guide to Meaningful Work in a Changing World, which is a guidebook for anyone walking the road of calling in a changing world. She's also the executive director of the Max De Pree Center for Leadership where she oversees the center's vision, strategy, program, and team, all with the goal of helping leaders reflect deeply in all seasons of life and leadership. In addition to her academic work, Michaela has over ten years of experience as an entrepreneur. Principally, as the Owner and Managing Director of Long Winter Media, a vibrant creative agency that helps brands make social impact through multi-media content. Long Winter Media's roster of clients includes Google, YouTube, NBC Universal, University of Southern California, Presbyterian Church (USA), Fuller Seminary, and many more. Notably, the Oprah Winfrey Network picked up a short film Long Winter produced for an episode of Oprah's show Super Soul Sundays with Glennon Doyle.In this episode, Nada sits down with Michaela to discuss her book  Make Work Matter: Your Guide to Meaningful Work in a Changing World,  and how it might be the catalyst to recenter and ground yourself in your “WHY”. Why do you do what you do? What is your calling? They discuss the changing workforce and ways to approach creating solutions for the “noise” of this world. Nada also shares a little more about LIBERTY's journey to becoming LIBERTY ROAD. And how empathy is a powerful tool to have as an entrepreneur. This conversation will INSPIRE you to dig a little deeper into your calling and help you reset if you lack clarity.You can order Make Work Matter: Your Guide to Meaningful Work in a Changing World here. Learn more about Max De Pree Center for Leadership here.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us —it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

We've got lots of new things coming for 2022, but before we get into that I wanted to take a look back at our early episodes and rerelease my top 10  picks for the month of December.  To be clear, picking my favorite episodes is like picking my favorite child—it's impossible--so I based my decision on 3 criteria, 1) interviews of women who overcame something outside of the regular struggle of running a business,  2) a unique industry the guest disrupted and 3) guests that were just as much as teachers as storytellers. I hope you enjoy these episodes and please be sure to follow us on Instagram where we will be rolling out our big news throughout December. I want to keep you, our podcast family, in the loop. Our final episode in this throwback series comes from the heartwarming chat I had with Agatha Achindu. Agatha is the Founder and Chief Yummy Officer of Yummy Spoonfuls, a fresh and organic baby and toddler food company. I want to do include this interview for two reasons. One, Agatha's tenacity is so inspiring. And two, I wanted you to hear firsthand that doing what you care about just might be the beginning of something even bigger than you.When Agatha immigrated from Cameroon in the 1990s, she was shocked by the amount of processed foods in US grocery stores. As the daughter of a farmer, she grew up eating organic food from her family's garden. When she became a mother, she became obsessed with providing that same healthy food that she grew up with. Others took note and she quickly became known as the local baby food chef. After noticing that the organic food movement was failing to impact babies and children and knowing that food was essential in preventing many of the illnesses children were experiencing, Agatha knew she could provide a solution and Yummy Spoonfuls was ultimately born. Agatha's interview is heartfelt and WARNING tissues are definitely needed. You'll be touched by her authenticity as she shares the stories of how Yummy Spoonfuls started scaled and continues to thrive. Enjoy this interview with Agatha!Please follow us at @libertyforher on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us—it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

We've got lots of new things coming for 2022, but before we get into that I wanted to take a look back at our early episodes and rerelease my top 10  picks for the month of December.  To be clear, picking my favorite episodes is like picking my favorite child—it's impossible--so I based my decision on 3 criteria, 1) interviews of women who overcame something outside of the regular struggle of running a business,  2) a unique industry the guest disrupted and 3) guests that were just as much as teachers as storytellers. I hope you enjoy these episodes and please be sure to follow us on Instagram where we will be rolling out our big news throughout December. I want to keep you, our podcast family, in the loop. Amy Swift is a brand strategist and copywriter and has made it her business to help brands unpack their messaging and find their secret sauce. Amy has also been cultivating community and conversation around female entrepreneurship long before it was popular. First, through Ladies Who Launched and later through her own platform called Smarty. While working hard to grow Smarty and continuing her work as a brand strategist, Amy decided that her family needed to change they transplanted from Santa Monica to Manchester by the Sea to slow down but life had other plans. Amy became severely ill and surviving became the only goal. During Amy's time of healing, she was able to step back and redefine how she wanted to structure her life and work. The wisdom that emerged from that season of life is evident in our conversation.  Amy's insight and advice is a breath of fresh air in the midst of the booming conversations surrounding female entrepreneurship. She surprises us with advice not to follow our passion, but rather to pay attention to what interests us. I included this interview with Amy because I think her words will find a home with so many of us who were looking to reset. Enjoy the show with Amy!Please follow us at @libertyforher on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us—it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

We've got lots of new things coming for 2022, but before we get into that I wanted to take a look back at our early episodes and rerelease my top 10  picks for the month of December.  To be clear, picking my favorite episodes is like picking my favorite child—it's impossible--so I based my decision on 3 criteria, 1) interviews of women who overcame something outside of the regular struggle of running a business,  2) a unique industry the guest disrupted and 3) guests that were just as much as teachers as storytellers. I hope you enjoy these episodes and please be sure to follow us on Instagram where we will be rolling out our big news throughout December. I want to keep you, our podcast family, in the loop. Our eighth episode in this throwback series is my conversation with Ryan Larson, the founder and CEO of Tin Parade and Savoir Flair Weddings. I included this interview with Ryan to show you how one thriving business can lead to another business opportunity. As a wedding planner, Ryan knew how to elevate large-scale events, but she became interested in creating products to help us elevate events at home. In this episode, Ryan shares the challenges of communicating high concept products to buyers and talks about how she cleverly overcame that as she grew Tin Parade. She shares the difficulty in starting up in an industry that's unfamiliar and offers tips that will help you stand out at trade shows in particular if you're at all interested in producing products, wholesaling products, and selling at trade shows. This is a must-listen. Ryan will definitely bring the goods. Enjoy the show.Please follow us at @libertyforher on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us—it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

We've got lots of new things coming for 2022, but before we get into that I wanted to take a look back at our early episodes and rerelease my top 10  picks for the month of December.  To be clear, picking my favorite episodes is like picking my favorite child—it's impossible--so I based my decision on 3 criteria, 1) interviews of women who overcame something outside of the regular struggle of running a business,  2) a unique industry the guest disrupted and 3) guests that were just as much as teachers as storytellers. I hope you enjoy these episodes and please be sure to follow us on Instagram where we will be rolling out our big news throughout December. I want to keep you, our podcast family, in the loop. If you're currently a content creator or hoping to launch a content venture, this throwback episode is for you. My guest Anne Sage is a blogger, stylist, author, influencer and has been navigating this road less traveled in an industry that's still unfolding. In this episode, learn how Anne became a full-time content creator, stylist, writer and creative. She's an absolute wellspring of wisdom and insight, and she's acutely aware of the oversaturation in her industry and gives advice accordingly. She breaks down useful ways to utilize the best platforms for your audience offers examples on how to work with potential brand partnerships. Anne reminds us to think about the long game when it comes to building an audience and a business in this field and asks us to uncover our why. And to be sure that the content we are creating comes from the heart. Listen and learn ladies, you're going to love Anne.Please follow us at @libertyforher on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us—it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

We've got lots of new things coming for 2022, but before we get into that I wanted to take a look back at our early episodes and rerelease my top 10  picks for the month of December.  To be clear, picking my favorite episodes is like picking my favorite child—it's impossible--so I based my decision on 3 criteria, 1) interviews of women who overcame something outside of the regular struggle of running a business,  2) a unique industry the guest disrupted and 3) guests that were just as much as teachers as storytellers. I hope you enjoy these episodes and please be sure to follow us on Instagram where we will be rolling out our big news throughout December. I want to keep you, our podcast family, in the loop. I had to include my conversation with adoption attorney Celeste Liversidge in our top 10 throwback episodes for no other reason than she was juggling four platforms that were each disrupting the adoption industry in some way. Now before you skip this one, because you're not an attorney, and you don't think the adoption industry can teach you anything, think again. Celeste's charge all entrepreneurs to be compassionate about their customer's needs is for everyone to hear, regardless of industry. I also loved her careful examination of the status quo, and her ability to shine a critical light on her industry to see how she could better serve everyone involved in the adoption process. There is something for all of us to learn in this conversation. Her story will encourage you to think about what gaps you see in your respective industry and what you can do to create meaningful change.Please follow us at @libertyforher on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us—it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.

We've got lots of new things coming for 2022, but before we get into that I wanted to take a look back at our early episodes and rerelease my top 10  picks for the month of December.  To be clear, picking my favorite episodes is like picking my favorite child—it's impossible--so I based my decision on 3 criteria, 1) interviews of women who overcame something outside of the regular struggle of running a business,  2) a unique industry the guest disrupted and 3) guests that were just as much as teachers as storytellers. I hope you enjoy these episodes and please be sure to follow us on Instagram where we will be rolling out our big news throughout December. I want to keep you, our podcast family, in the loop. Our fifth throwback episode is a conversation I had with artist Rachael Brown. I included this in our top 10 because so many of you are creative and are trying to figure out how to launch your art into the world and make some money in the process. Rachel's commitment to not being a starving artist and her strategic mindset gives you insight into how she's been able to grow and sustain her career. She also makes a great case for keeping your day job. If you're creative of any kind- painter, photographer, a writer, fill in the blank, you need to hop on this podcast now. Please follow us at @libertyforher on Instagram--that's where we hang out the most. And please rate and review us—it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures.