Podcasts about women initiative

In this episode of The Produce Industry Podcast, we welcome Betty Lu, Founder and CEO of Confetti Snacks—a venture-backed company transforming imperfect produce into award-winning, plant-based snacks that celebrate global flavors while combating food waste. Betty shares her journey from launching in San Francisco, NYC, and Singapore to gaining distribution in major retailers like Walmart, 7-Eleven, and Whole Foods.Learn how Confetti Snacks partners with UNICEF, Red Cross, and the UN's World Food Program to fight global hunger and why their mission to turn surplus crops into gourmet snacks is gaining traction across the U.S. through distributors like UNFI, US Foods, and Gordon Food Service.Betty also dives into her experience as a finalist in Cartier's Women Initiative and her role as a guest lecturer on entrepreneurship at top universities. Don't miss this inspiring conversation blending sustainability, social impact, and the power of purpose-driven branding.

Workforce development initiatives are crucial in preparing individuals for the ever-evolving job market. As industries change and technology advances, both employees and employers need to adapt to these shifts. But where does one start? How can new workers ensure that they're equipped to thrive in the future workforce? Since May 2000, Shelley Hoss has led the Orange County Community Foundation, focusing on workforce development. The foundation launched the Workforce Development Initiative to equip young adults with skills and credentials for in-demand jobs. Partnering with community colleges, Shelley is dedicated to bridging the skills gap, ensuring that Orange County's workforce remains competitive and future-ready. Listen in to learn how collaboration between nonprofits, employers, and community colleges is shaping the future of work.   Engage with us: LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook: @PasadenaCityCollegeEWD Join our newsletter for more on this topic: ewdpulse.com Visit: PCC EWD website   More from Shelley Hoss:  LinkedIn: @ShelleyHoss   More from Orange County Community Foundation: Website: https://www.oc-cf.org/ LinkedIn: @Orange-County-Community-Foundation Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram: @OCCommunityFdn   The Future is Working - OC Workforce Development Initiative: https://www.oc-cf.org/funding-opps/oc-workforce-development-initiative/   More from Invest in Women Initiative:  Visit https://www.investinwomeninitiative.org/   Partner with us! Contact our host Salvatrice Cummo directly: scummo@pasadena.edu Want to be a guest on the show? Click HERE to inquire about booking    Find the transcript of this episode here

Today's episode of the Champions of Active Women podcast is guest hosted by Hallie Lindsey. Hallie is the the Marketing and Communication Intern for Active Girls Healthy Women initiative. This interview features Ashlyn Montgomery. Ashlyn is a senior at the University of Kentucky, majoring in Human Health Sciences on the Pre-Physician Assistant track with a certificate in Clinical Healthcare Management. She is the outreach coordinator and student leader for the Connected for Movement project. She is also a certified CNA.  If you enjoy this podcast, please click "subscribe" wherever you listen to episodes and we hope you'll consider leaving us a review. Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/UKAGHW, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ukaghw, or Twitter https://twitter.com/ukaghw If you want to help us sustain the Champions of Active Women podcast, please consider making a donation to the University of Kentucky Active Girls Healthy Women Initiative at https://uky.networkforgood.com/causes/13092-active-women-s-health-initiative-fund.     

Dr. Mary Lloyd Ireland is an orthopedic surgeon and professor in the department of orthopedics and sports medicine at the University of Kentucky and the co-founder of the Active Girls Healthy Women Initiative. Dr. Ireland was recently inducted into the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine Hall of Fame at the organization's 2023 annual meeting, which was held July 13-16 in Washington, D.C. In this episode, Dr. Ireland talks about her induction and reflects on the progress and future of the Active Girls Healthy Women Initiative.

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Did you know you can earn credits for this podcast? The CE experience for this Podcast is powered by CMEfy - click here to reflect and earn credits: https://earnc.me/crglcZ  Who can earn credits? Physicians (ACCME), Nurses (ANCC), Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Physician Associates (AAPA), Pharmacists (ACPE), Dentists (ADA CERP), and Dieticians/Dietetic Technicians. --- What if the humble veggie chip could revolutionize the way we approach food production, consumption, and sustainability? In this episode, our guest today is Betty Lu, founder, and CEO of Confetti Snacks, a venture-backed company with bases in Singapore and NYC. Join us as we get to know the story behind Betty's journey, and how did they come up with their initial line of flavors. Betty Lu is the founder and CEO of Confetti Snacks, a venture-backed company based in Singapore and NYC. What makes them truly remarkable is that they are crafted from imperfect produce and crop surplus, effectively tackling the issue of food waste. Betty's achievements extend beyond her entrepreneurial success. As a top 5 finalist in Cartier's Women Initiative, she is dedicated to elevating female entrepreneurship and global changemakers. Additionally, Confetti Snacks has even become a case study in leading business universities, focusing on marketing, branding, and entrepreneurship studies. Get ready to be inspired, amazed, and hungry for change. Tune in to this episode now!

Money matters for entrepreneurs and for business owners. It can also be... The post How To: Access Scotiabank's Women Initiative with Chris McMartin and Melissa Houston first appeared on Startup Canada.

Happy International Women's Day!On this special episode of Members of the Chamber we're sitting down with Chris McMartin of The Scotiabank Women Initiative® – a program that breaks down barriers to help increase economic and professional opportunities for women to be successful now, and in the future.Keep listening to hear more about the tools and resources that are available to businesswomen across all industries and career stages, how Scotiabank is building an empowering and impactful community, and how you can get started.Learn more about The Scotiabank Women Initiative®:https://www.scotiabank.com/women-initiative/ca/en.htmlLearn more about the Oakville Chamber of Commerce:https://oakvillechamber.com

“There was a noticeable difference in the barriers that women were facing, being women entrepreneurs. They were different from what men were facing.”—Chris McMartinGet ready for an inspiring episode! My guest Chris McMartin is a force to be reckoned with when it comes to empowering women and nonbinary entrepreneurs and business owners. Chris leads the Scotiabank Women Initiative Small Business Strategy across Canada. This is a powerful program that helps women and nonbinary people overcome the many challenges that they face along their path to success when starting, sustaining, and growing a business.Chris has gained a wealth of absolutely incredible insight through her experience helping her program's participants access the funding, education, and support they need to achieve their business goals.In this episode, Chris and I discuss the need for women-focused support and networking, the women-led partnerships and sponsorships that the Scotiabank Women Initiative undertakes, and the unbeatable joy of entrepreneurship. Listen now!You'll discover:‌The three pillars that The Scotiabank Women Initiative focuses on in terms of helping women entrepreneursThe free events, support, and resources that are available through the programWho is able to access to the program — and why YOU want to sign up right now!Guest bio: Chris McMartin leads The Scotiabank Women Initiative Small Business Strategy across Canada, leading many national events and partnerships such as the Master Class Series, The IWD: She Shoots She Scores, StrikeUP Virtual Conference, and the mentorship program. Chris has a passion for people which has led her to champion equity initiatives through many diversity, equity, and inclusion roles within the bank. She currently sits as the Co-Chair for the National Allyship Council, a Stream Lead for the Women in Leadership Employee Resource Group and a participant on the Employee Pulse Committee. Highlights:‌ ‌00:50  Intro01:57  Meet Chris McMartin03:20  Why focus on women entrepreneurs?04:24  The 3 pillars08:54  Program cost10:01  Joys of entrepreneurship11:43  Scotiabank Women Initiative events13:56  Spreading the word15:06  Who can access the program?17:09  Scotiabank19:40  Takeaway ‌Links:‌ ‌  Chris McMartinhttps://www.scotiabank.com/women-initiative/ca/en.html https://www.linkedin.com/in/christianne-mcmartin Main website

Diversity and inclusion is at the heart of social financings, and increasingly recognized as a core corporate strategy to drive performance. Navigating the sustainable finance environment is challenging, and our guests look to shed some light on the process. On this episode of Market Points presented by The Scotiabank Women Initiative®, we are joined by Agnes Vara, Director, Term Funding and Capital Management in Group Treasury, who has played an integral part in Scotiabank's own sustainable issuances. And Melissa Menzies, Associate Director, Sustainable Finance, who is helping large organizations structure their own successful sustainable financings.   Important Disclosures This communication does not constitute investment advice or any personal recommendation to invest in a financial instrument or “investment research”. This communication is provided for information and discussion purposes only. An investment decision should not be made solely on the basis of the contents of this communication. It is not to be construed as a solicitation or an offer to buy or sell any financial instruments and has no regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation or particular needs of any recipient. The information in this communication is based on publicly available information and although it has been compiled or obtained from sources believed to be reliable, such information has not been independently verified and no guarantee, representation or warranty, express or implied, is made as to its accuracy, completeness or correctness. Past performance or simulated past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Forecasts are not a reliable indicator of future performance. Please refer to our legal disclosures on our website. Participation in The Scotiabank Women Initiative® or any program-related event does not constitute advice or an offer or commitment by Scotiabank to provide any financial products or services. ® Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia, used under license.nce. Please refer to our legal disclosures on our website.

Quel état des lieux du travail des femmes dans cette époque de crise sanitaire ? Infirmières, enseignantes ou médecins… Pendant la crise, les femmes ont porté la société. Selon plusieurs études, 40% d'entre elles ont consacré plus de 4 heures par jour aux enfants 70% estiment qu'elles vont être pénalisées dans leur carrière. Pénalisées pourquoi ? Comment améliorer la situation ? Comment lutter contre cette nouvelle inégalité qui s'ajoute à celles que l'on combat déjà depuis des décennies ? Cécile Duflot, directrice générale d'Oxfam France ; Marie-Jo Zimmermann, ancienne députée, membre honoraire du Parlement, conseillère départementale du canton du pays messin et Jessica Apotheker, directrice associée au Boston Consulting Group, responsable de la Women Initiative au Boston Consulting Group de Paris répondent aux questions d'Edouard Dutour. Voir Acast.com/privacy pour les informations sur la vie privée et l'opt-out.

"Friends don't let friends market by themselves," says today's guest Jerrilynn B. Thomas.Jerrilynn B. Thomas is the founder of Smart Women Partner & Grow Rich. Jerrilynn helps women increase their leads, build brand awareness and how step out from the crowd on LinkedIn. Whether you are an author, coach, consultant, professional, work for Corporate America, etc., Smart Women Partner & Grow Rich has a collaborative marketing project that can help you boost your LinkedIn visibility. The projects include the One Million Woman Link Up, Main Street Marketing to Women Initiative, Women’s News Bureau, and more.In This Episode, You'll Learn:How her husband's stroke served as a boost to get started on her entrepreneurial journeyWhy she's on fire to help women partner to grow their business and incomeThe importance of educating prospects about how your business will help them before trying to sell to themWhy it's important for professionals and business owners to leverage LinkedInHow to identify your 5 to ThriveThe behind the scenes details about how she conducts a networking event for women that lasts a weekThe positive impact of developing a role model mindsetHow becoming a member of a Facebook group for introverts expanded her perspective about what else was possible in her business and lifeWhat it means to be an ambivertAnd so much more...Contact Jerrilynn B. ThomasSmart Women Partner & Grow Rich, visit https://smartwomenpartner.com Follow her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/smartwomenpartner/Contact Jackie Capers-BrownWebsiteFacebookLinkedinAmazon BooksJackie's Courses Music Credit:Success - Adobe MusicPurple Planet Positive Motivation Subscribe to Podcast: Apple Itunes | Spotify | Amazon TuneIn | iHeartRadio Support the show (https://paypal.me/jackiecapersbrown?locale.x=en_US)

Guest speaker from Uganda, Stellah Namukasa, shares her story and experiences as the Founder and CEO of YWIDO, Youth and Women Initiative for Development Organization. Her inspirational journey will show you what great lengths this passionate heroine has done for so many in need! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/livewithjacquelinevaldez/support

www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Jerrilynn B. Thomas is the founder of Smart Women Partner & Grow Rich. Jerrilynn helps women increase their leads, brand awareness, and influence using LinkedIn by facilitating collaborative marketing partnerships between them. She creates high profile large scale collaborative marketing projects that busy business and professional women from a wide range of industries can plug their businesses into so they can step out from the crowd on LinkedIn. Whether you are an author, coach, consultant, professional, work for Corporate America, etc., Smart Women Partner & Grow Rich has a collaborative marketing project that can help you boost your LinkedIn visibility. The projects include the One Million Woman Link Up, Main Street Marketing to Women Initiative, Women’s News Bureau, and more. For more information about Jerrilynn and Smart Women Partner & Grow Rich, visit https://smartwomenpartner.com and follow her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/smartwomenpartner/#Podcast #DailyHoroscopes

Gillian Riley is President and CEO of Tangerine Bank and is working to build and execute the strategies behind Tangerine Bank, positioning the bank as Canada’s leading digital bank.  In addition to growing Tangerine’s customer base, Gillian is spearheading Scotiabank’s Women Initiative. “I have always... The post Capital, Mentorship and Education for Women Entrepreneurs with Gillian Riley – August 8th 2019 appeared first on Startup Canada.

On this episode, Vanessa Perumal chats Yogavelli Nambiar, she is the CEO of Allan Gray Orbis Foundation. As the CEO, Yogavelli joins the Foundation with extensive experience, having previously founded and headed up the Enterprise Development Academy at the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS), the business school of the University of Pretoria as its Director, where she led the entrepreneurship efforts of the school within the center. Prior to that she was Country Director of Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women Initiative and led the design and delivery of this successful international women’s entrepreneurship programme in South Africa. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/entrepreneur-connect-africa/support

On this episode, Vanessa Perumal chats Yogavelli Nambiar, she is the CEO of Allan Gray Orbis Foundation. As the CEO, Yogavelli joins the Foundation with extensive experience, having previously founded and headed up the Enterprise Development Academy at the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS), the business school of the University of Pretoria as its Director, where she led the entrepreneurship efforts of the school within the center. Prior to that she was Country Director of Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women Initiative and led the design and delivery of this successful international women’s entrepreneurship programme in South Africa. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode, Vanessa Perumal chats Yogavelli Nambiar, she is the CEO of Allan Gray Orbis Foundation. As the CEO, Yogavelli joins the Foundation with extensive experience, having previously founded and headed up the Enterprise Development Academy at the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS), the business school of the University of Pretoria as its Director, where she led the entrepreneurship efforts of the school within the center. Prior to that she was Country Director of Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women Initiative and led the design and delivery of this successful international women’s entrepreneurship programme in South Africa. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/entrepreneur-connect-africa/support

Lancet editors Jocalyn Clark and Liz Zuccala discuss what spurred the Lancet Women initiative, what the response has been like, and what the future holds.

In the framework of the 7th World Forum on Energy Regulation (WFER), ICER Women in Energy and FSR teamed up to ‘give a voice’ to women professionals actively contributing to the event. In this podcast, Swetha Bhagwat (FSR) interviews Ifey Ikeonu, an energy policy and regulation consultant with over 25 years of experience. Ms Ikeonu discusses her role in various power sector reform programmes, highlighting the main pioneering efforts put in place to establish the regulatory framework for the electricity market of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Ms Ikeonu concludes the podcast by stressing the importance of gender equality and empowering women at all levels to help them reach their highest potential. She discusses two very different sides of the coin when it comes to gender and energy. On one side, years of working in the sector have opened her eyes to the massive lack of women’s representation and participation in the sector, especially when it comes to male dominated executive positions. On the other side, she stresses that the lack of energy access disproportionally effects nearly every aspect of women’s lives — from meeting their basic needs, like having electricity for food refrigeration and light for reading, to increasing their participation in the workforce and public life of their communities. Check out more podcasts like this one and learn more about the Lights on Women Initiative here: medium.com/lights-on-women/

In the framework of the 7th World Forum on Energy Regulation (WFER), ICER Women in Energy and FSR teamed up to ‘give a voice’ to women professionals actively contributing to the event. Aida Sitdikova is EBRD Director for Energy and Natural Resources for Russia, Caucasus and Central Asia. In this podcast, Aida explains the ‘energy transition’ in the Eurasian and Caucasus context. EBRD is committed to supporting a regional shift towards affordable, secure, reliable and sustainable energy despite the specific geopolitical context and constraints. However, fossil fuels are still largely used, have a strong political impact and represent large employment sectors for local populations. Therefore, transition in these countries will probably first move from coal to gas and only at a later stage to renewables. An example of this slow but steady transition is Kazakhstan. Financing the transition is also challenging: fossil fuels’ strong legacy, lack of infrastructure, affordability and poor education are only a few of the main obstacles. There is a clear absence of local capital markets for long-term investments making it crucial for governments to adopt policies that attract investments and incentivize further developments in the energy sector. In this regard, EBRD is fully active, trying to attract actors from outside the region, provide expertise and advice, and monitor the implementation of the national policies. Since 2013, EBRD has not financed any new coal-fired power plant but rather promoted the installation or upgrade of renewable power plants and the development of transmission and distribution grids. Attention is devoted to natural gas too, given its role as a transition fuel necessary for coal replacement. As concluding remark, Ms Sitdikova stresses the importance for institutions like EBRD to adopt and promote inclusive and gender balance policies, both within and outside the institutions. Opening job opportunities to women in the energy sector and granting them equal conditions is fundamental for the development of countries like those in Central Asia. Check out more podcasts like this one and learn more about the Lights on Women Initiative here: medium.com/lights-on-women/

In the framework of the 7th World Forum on Energy Regulation (WFER), ICER Women in Energy and FSR teamed up to ‘give a voice’ to women professionals actively contributing to the event Bevan Flansburg is the Deputy Director in the International Department at the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC). In this podcast, Bevan and Swetha start off by discussing sustainable energy regulation on a global level and economic and clean energy factors regulators must take into consideration to create sound regulation. Bevan sheds light on the capacity building programs she and her team work on in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean and the Middle East as well as the regional partnerships which she has designed throughout her career, including the West Africa Regional Regulatory Partnership and the East Africa Regional Regulatory Partnership. Tapping into the knowledge of public utility regulators across the United States, those programmes and partnerships use peer to peer engagements to provide strategic support, ensuring that regulators in developing countries acquire the knowledge they need in order to make tangible improvements in energy regulation. A main challenge Bevan mentions regarding the regional efforts is to find a common thread between the countries who have similar regulatory goals but need a tailored approach to achieve them. Her team uses a consensus-driven approach to provide tailored support to regulators, giving them the tools they need to build effective clean energy policies within their national action plans. Check out more podcasts like this one and learn more about the Lights on Women Initiative here: medium.com/lights-on-women/

In the framework of the 7th World Forum on Energy Regulation (WFER), ICER Women in Energy and FSR teamed up to ‘give a voice’ to women professionals actively contributing to the event. Marie-Pierre Fauconnier is President of the Board of Directors at CREG and Vice President of CEER. During the interview with Swetha Bhagwat (FSR), her first remark highlighted how the role of women has changed in the energy sector: 25 years ago, they were very few, while today, although still a clear minority, they are gaining more and more space and responsibilities. According to Ms. Fauconnier, the two biggest challenges the energy sector will be facing in the upcoming future are the integration of RES in the energy mix and the impact of digitalisation and new technologies. These “novelties” generate both opportunities and threats. It is crucial for energy regulators to ensure that ‘every customer is onboard’ so that no one is left behind. Digitalisation and the speedy adoption of fast-changing technologies are challenging the very same way regulators work and operated. New skills and approaches are needed to cope the energy transition. Women can provide an important contribution in this regard. Check out more podcasts like this one and learn more about the Lights on Women Initiative here: medium.com/lights-on-women/

In the framework of the 7th World Forum on Energy Regulation (WFER), ICER Women in Energy and FSR teamed up to ‘give a voice’ to women professionals actively contributing to the event. Patricia de Suzzoni is currently the Advisor to the President at CRE, the French regulatory authority. As Patricia has filled so many different roles in the energy and telecom sectors, we asked her about the main challenges, as well as opportunities, she faced while transitioning from industry to the public sector. After giving some insight on her experiences, Patricia discusses the similarities between the regulation of energy and the regulation of telecoms and highlights the lessons that can be learned, given that the two sectors are increasingly facing the same challenges. (e.g. data privacy and cybersecurity) Check out more podcasts like this one and learn more about the Lights on Women Initiative here: medium.com/lights-on-women/

In the framework of the 7th World Forum on Energy Regulation (WFER), ICER Women in Energy and FSR teamed up to ‘give a voice’ to women professionals actively contributing to the event. Christina Espinosa is founder and CEO of GenteGas, a social enterprise in Guatemala, helping local households reducing the entry costs of modern and clean gas stoves and fuels. By easing access to clean cooking facilities and LPG, fostering education and raising public awareness, GenteGas aims to eradicate families’ exposure to indoor air pollution and the related health problems. In this podcast, Christina explains her leading motivations in founding GenteGas; she also provides an interesting analysis of the local context and the main challenges that led to the development of an ecosystem approach within GenteGas. As a concluding remark, Ms Espinosa highlights the importance of educating and informing households and communities: a full understanding of the energy sources and technologies available is essential for the adoption of the most efficient and environmentally friendly solutions. Check out more podcasts like this one and learn more about the Lights on Women Initiative here: medium.com/lights-on-women/

In the framework of the 7th World Forum on Energy Regulation (WFER), ICER Women in Energy and FSR teamed up to ‘give a voice’ to women professionals actively contributing to the event. Annegret Groebel is Vice-President at CEER and Head of the International Relations Department at BNetzA, Germany’s multisector regulatory authority. In this podcast, she sheds light on BNetzA’s approach and discusses the main similarities and differences when it comes to a ‘multisector regulation’. Network industries under the supervision of BNetzA share similar cost structures and face the problem of recovering sunk costs. The challenge for regulators is then to assess those costs and ensure an adequate structure and level of the network tariff paid by network users. However, regulators like BNetzA play a role also in ensuring the integrity and transparency of the wholesale markets, as mandated in the EU by REMIT. As a concluding remark, Ms Groebel stresses the importance of looking at the regulatory experience of other countries and other sectors. Knowledge sharing, eagerness to learn and cooperation are essential to avoid mistakes and improve the regulation of the industries under the oversight of NRAs. Check out more podcasts like this one and learn more about the Lights on Women Initiative here: medium.com/lights-on-women/

In the framework of the 7th World Forum on Energy Regulation (WFER), ICER Women in Energy and FSR teamed up to ‘give a voice’ to women professionals actively contributing to the event. Diane X. Burman serves as a Commissioner of the New York State Public Service Commission, which regulates the state’s electric, gas, steam, telecommunications, and water utilities. The Commission focuses on the provision of safe, reliable and affordable services across all sectors, working with both industry and consumers to ensure that regulations are effective, flexible and fluid to adapt to the changes and challenges faced by those sectors. In this podcast, Diane and Swetha discuss the ways women from different professional, economic and cultural backgrounds find innovative ways to work towards greater access to energy. According to Diane, women working in energy, although still underrepresented, are changing the energy sector with their versatility, wealth of diverse knowledge and solution-driven mindsets. She explains that the collaborative approach which women bring to the table is key to the energy transition, and that they must engage in every level of the workforce to ensure its success. Diane uses her role to make sure that women’s voices and inputs are heard and implemented so that the sector becomes increasingly inclusive and open to new, diverse perspectives. Check out more podcasts like this one and learn more about the Lights on Women Initiative here: medium.com/lights-on-women/