Podcasts about women who mean business

Show SummaryOn today's episode, we're featuring a conversation with Navy Veteran and military spouse Melissa Washington. Melissa is the CEO of the Women Veterans Alliance, Women Veterans Giving, and publisher of Women Veterans Magazine. Provide FeedbackAs a dedicated member of the audience, we would like to hear from you about the show. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts about the show in this short feedback survey. By doing so, you will be entered to receive a signed copy of one of our host's three books on military and veteran mental health. About Today's GuestMelissa Washington, Navy Veteran, Founder & CEO: Award-winning advocate, speaker, author, entrepreneur, CEO, publisher, Radio Show Host, and proud Navy veteran Melissa A. Washington wears many hats. Yet woven throughout her diverse pursuits is a mission of service—and a passion to empower her fellow women veterans.The daughter of a Bronze Star Army Vietnam War veteran, Melissa grew up in San Francisco's East Bay. Fiercely independent as a child, she spent many afternoons in her family's video store, developing an early sense of business acumen. That enterprising spirit continued into her teenage years when Melissa began training for a career in early childhood education while still in high school.But something else sparked in Melissa just as she was finishing her certification. Seeking to expand her world and serve her country, the 18-year-old enlisted in the Navy, spending three years on active duty and five years in the reserve. She did a 6-month "Med Cruise" and a 6-month "West Pac" deployment during her active duty. That formative experience set her life on a completely new trajectory—not only taking her across the globe and teaching her vital lessons but also introducing Melissa to her husband and, ultimately, inspiring her to transform thousands of lives. In the mid-nineties, she chose to leave the Navy early, having witnessed the burdens that come with a dual-service family. While her husband would remain in the Marine Corps for 21 years, Melissa embarked on a new path, earning her bachelor's degree in business management. She followed with a decade-long career in corporate recruiting and human resources, working with such entities as Nissan, Oracle, Tickets.com, Randstad, and the 2002 Winter Olympics.But in 2009, amid The Great Recession, Melissa was laid off. Despite the setback, she relied on her military training—which taught her to be adaptable and resourceful—and her innate sense of resilience. Above all, Melissa saw an opportunity to reinvent herself once again.Initially, she held LinkedIn workshops from her dining room table, imparting her vital knowledge to others. Soon, she was hosting larger workshops, which eventually grew into speaking engagements with hundreds of attendees. In 2011, she established Melissa Washington, Inc., a consulting service catering to businesses and individuals that incorporates LinkedIn for research, recruiting, job seeking, and collaboration. After four years at LinkedIn, where Melissa managed global meetings, she returned to her entrepreneurial roots. But this time, she focused on her fellow women veterans. A natural networker, Melissa initially sought to connect with her peers outside of traditional veterans' organizations. Yet, the more meetups she planned, the more she realized the need for a dedicated support system for women veterans. In 2015, what started as a local meetup turned into Women Veterans Alliance—a global organization that seeks to empower and positively impact the lives of women veterans. Three years later, she established the nonprofit wing of WVA, Women Veterans Giving. Both entities offer women veterans opportunities to gain valuable career experience and successfully integrate back into civilian life. WVG also helps fund women veteran-owned businesses, which other organizations often overlook. To date, they have awarded over $20k to women in veteran-owned businesses. In 2016, created and produced the first "Women Veterans Unconference."  Developed The Beyond Call of Duty Award Honoring Sgt Nicole Gee to honor and recognize the women in our communities. In 2021, Melissa expanded her role in the community by co-founding Women Veterans Magazine—the first publication of its kind to address the issues affecting women veterans and provide them with local and national resources. Aside from serving as CEO of WVA and WVG and publisher of Women Veterans Magazine, Melissa stays busy as an in-demand public speaker whose topics range from Maximizing Impact to Unlocking the Power of Purpose. She speaks regularly at conferences and events around the country and has spoken at over 100 events—presenting for the likes of Marriott, the Urban League, Blue Diamond, and IMEX America. Melissa has also appeared on the Dr. Phil Show and the Lifetime Channel's The Balancing Act, as well as on SiriusXM, iHeartRadio, ABC, NBC, CBS, and Fox, among others.Additionally, Melissa is the author of Get Back to Work: Smart & Savvy Real-World Strategies to Make Your Next Career Move (FriesenPress, 2014). And Unstoppable: Being Fierce, Fearless & Unf*ckwithable in Life and Business, based on her experiences with WVA, which offers practical advice on creating a meet-up group and becoming an influencer within one's community (Brave Healer Productions, 2022).A longtime resident of Northern California, Melissa was a 2011 recipient of the Sacramento Business Journal's prestigious 40 Under 40 award and was among the Journal's Women Who Mean Business honorees in 2017. She has also been recognized by the National Association of Women Business Owners with an Outstanding Women Leader Visionary Award and received the 2016 Soroptimist Ruby Award, which recognizes women helping women. In 2019, she received the Center for Women Veterans' Trailblazer Award.   In 2022, she received her first Federal Appointment to the Small Business Administration Advisory Committee on Veteran Business Affairs (ACVBA).   In 2022, Thrive Causemetics Inc. featured a "Melissa" Warm Sienna Sheer Strength Hydrating Lip Tint to honor her infinite impact on the community.   In 2023, she started Veteran.Events to provide event services to the veteran and military community. Outside of work, Melissa enjoys spending quality time with her husband, Jarrod, and daughter, Maya. In addition to being an avid genealogist, Melissa loves vacationing with her family—particularly trips that involve a beach.Her grandfather, a WWII Army Air Corps/Air Force Veteran who received the Bronze Star and Air Medal with Oak Leaf Clusters, served in the 509th Bomb Squad AC in the Eastern European Theater with 37 missions over Germany.Her husband is a retired Marine who served in combat in Desert Shield, Desert Storm, and Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF).Links Mentioned in this Episode Women Veterans Alliance Web SitePsychArmor Resource of the WeekFor this week's PsychArmor resource of the week is the PsychArmor course, Women Veterans Series. This four-part video series dives into their history, triumphs, and unique challenges from the Revolutionary War to present day.  You ...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Laine Powell, founder and CEO of Tech Sassy Girlz—a non-profit that's bridging the gap in STEM education by empowering girls in technology, science, engineering, and math. Since 2012, Tech Sassy Girlz has inspired over 3,000 adolescent girls to pursue careers in STEM through hands-on career readiness programs, mentorship, and entrepreneurship training. Dr. Powell's mission addresses the urgent need for more women and minorities in high-tech careers by equipping the next generation of female innovators and leaders.Beyond her work with Tech Sassy Girlz, Dr. Powell is also the Vice President at AceApplications, where she brings innovative technology solutions to businesses and schools. Her contributions have earned her multiple awards, including the Education Pillar Award from the Central Florida Black MBA Association and Orlando Business Journal's Women Who Mean Business.Dr. Powell's vision and commitment to diversity in tech are reflected in her recognition as Orlando Magazine's Woman of the Year, Heart of Florida United Way Change Maker, and Onyx Magazine's Woman on the Move. Her story was recently featured in the Legacy of Excellence: Phenomenal Black Women in Central Florida Exhibit, where her journey and impact continue to inspire.Key Moments:"Express gratitude and celebrate all wins, even the small ones. They'll get you through the difficult times.""No may just mean not right now, but it doesn't mean not ever.""Our students at Tech Sassy Girlz are not just learning tech; they're learning to solve problems for their communities."Join us as Dr. Powell shares her insights on empowering women in STEM, breaking down barriers in tech, and the importance of community-driven leadership.Connect with Laine:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lainepowellInstagram: @lainempowell Connect with AllisonInterested in working together? Fill out this form.www.instagram.com/allisonwalshwww.shebelievedbook.comwww.allisonwalshconsulting.comhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/shebelievedshecouldcommunityPRIVATE PODCAST FOR HIGH-ACHIEVING MOMS - www.allisonwalshconsulting.com/privatepodcast

In this episode Ray, faith-based network marketing coach, founder of RankMakers and the Higdon Group, speaks with business & leadership coach Sheri Winesett about her journey to becoming an author, her experiences, business acumen that went into her new book 'Transparent Leadership: for Women Who Mean Business' and how it can help business people and entrepreneurs.     FaithOverFearLIVE.com   TransparencyinLeadership.com   HigdonGroup.com/Channel   BrotherUp.com     Ray Higdon, is a bestselling author of several books, renowned inspirational speaker, earner of multiple seven figures in a multi-million dollar home based business and founder of the Higdon Group, a Fortune 5000 company, where he's helped clients generate over 500,000 new customers through his proven coaching programs (https://rayhigdoncoaching.com).   Partner with Ray: ★ Take the 1K RankUp Challenge: https://rankmakers.com ★ Apply for Coaching: https://higdongroup.com/coaching ★ Invite to Speak: https://higdongroup.com/speaking ★ Order his Books: https://rankmakershop.com/collections/books-journals/book   Connect with Ray: ★ Podcast: https://higdongroup.com/podcast ★ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rayhigdonpage ★ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rayhigdon ★ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rayhigdon ★ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rayhigdon   Thank you for watching and be sure to subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@HigdonGroup We believe in you! - Ray Higdon   ======================== More About Ray: Ray's, Home Business Profits, has had over 10 million downloads with approximately 160k downloads every month (https://higdongroup.com/podcast). The Higdon Group hosts annual events with as many as 2,000 people live and nearly 7,000 registered online for their Rank Maker community (https://rankmakers.com). As a top keynote speaker, Ray has shared the stage with world renowned thought leaders, including Tony Robbins, Les Brown, Brendon Burchard, Robert Kiyosaki, Bob Proctor, Gary Vaynerchuk, Grant Cardone, Magic Johnson and many more (https://higdongroup.com/speaking). Ray resides in Naples, FL with his wife Jessica, a prominent realtor, and he has four children. As a follower of Jesus Christ, Ray incorporates faith based principles into all of his decisions, life challenges and business successes. They have raised over $1,000,000 to support families in need, the battle against human trafficking and advancing alternatives to traditional health care.

Cameron met her forever partner when she was 40 and couldn't wait to start their life together. But then, on their honeymoon, her partner started getting texts from the other woman, and she realized that maybe this wasn't what she signed up for… It left her asking herself, where is the handbook for stepparents and co-parents?! And since there wasn't one, she created the closest thing you could hope to find.Cameron Normand is CEO of Stepfamily Solutions and host of The Stepmom Diaries podcast.Through her coaching, courses, magazine, and summit, she has helped thousands of stepmoms and stepfamilies navigate their blended family lives. Cameron is a Certified Stepparent Coach, and her work has appeared in The Cut, Business Insider, CNET, and the Today Parenting Team, among others. Previously, Cameron spent 23 years working in politics, first on Capitol Hill, then leading policy strategy in various leadership roles at two of the world's top movie studios. She serves on several non-profit boards and was named one of the Washington Business Journal's “Women Who Mean Business.” Cameron received her BA from the University of South Carolina and her JD from Emory University School of Law.In her spare time, she loves to travel with her husband and try to rein in her energetic puppy, Ernest Hemingwoof.Want to feel less alone in your journey as a stepmom today?! Sign up for the FREE Stepmom Summit happening April 25, 2024 https://jessica0821--stepfamilysolutions.thrivecart.com/2024-ultimate-access-pass-fast-action/61128c9ab5f26/As if the stepmom summit wasn't enough, here is another free gift from Cameron: 10 Daily Habits of Healthy Stepfamilies: www.stepfamilysolutions.com/daily-habitsConnect with Cameron:www.stepfamilysolutions.cominstagram.com/stepfamilysolutionsFacebook.com/stepfamilysolutionsTikTok.com/@stepfamilysolutionsGet your FREE call with Jessica today, and let's get you feeling like YOU again! https://theboldlogic.com/callHave a question for Steve, Matt, or Jessica? Ask it here, and we will be sure to answer it in an upcoming episode. https://forms.gle/pPGHz9QxcFEgiz9B6-------Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook!--You can find the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts

This week, we revisit our interview with Gayle Packer, Board Chair, CEO, and President of Terracon. She joined Terracon (ENR#24)* in 2004. During her 17 years with the company, Gayle has served in multiple leadership roles, including attorney, co-general counsel, director of corporate services, and chief administrative officer. She has been instrumental in Terracon's growth, coordinating the acquisition of more than 50 companies and expanding the company to over 150 offices nationwide.  Gayle holds a Juris Doctorate from the University of Minnesota and a Master of Laws from the University of Arkansas. In addition, she also has earned bachelor's degrees in political science, international studies and agricultural economics, as well as a master's degree in agricultural economics and applied business management from The Ohio State University. Prior to joining Terracon, Gayle held roles in sales and public relations for the agricultural broadcasting network in Ohio and was as an attorney (specializing in the areas of corporate, tax and employee benefits) at regional and national law firms in their Kansas City offices.  In April 2021, Gayle was elected to the board of VHB, Inc., (ENR#56)* an employee-owned transportation and energy engineering firm, and she serves on VHB's audit committee. Gayle was recognized in the Kansas City Business Journal's Women Who Mean Business class of 2010 and Ingram's top Women Executives in 2020. She currently serves on local, regional and national non-profit boards of directors, including the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation (audit committee and investment committee), ACE Mentor Program, ACEC Research Institute (finance committee), Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce.  In addition, Gayle was recently elected to the executive committee of the Design Professionals Coalition. Gayle is a member of both the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) and Women Corporate Directors where she has served on the programming committee for the local chapter.

When you think of a stepmom what comes up? Often it is either the evil stepmother from the Disney Stories or Carol Brady. Well on today's podcast we're talking to Cameron Normand of Stepfamily Solutions who offers us a healthy and broader perspective. The conversation is an invitation to let go of the unhealthy expectations and shift our perspectives of what it means to be a stepmom and what a stepfamily could look like. Cameron Normand is CEO of Stepfamily Solutions and host of The Stepmom Diaries podcast. Through her coaching, podcast, magazine, and events, she has helped thousands of stepmoms and stepfamilies navigate their blended family lives. Cameron is a Certified Stepfamily Coach and her work has appeared in The Cut, Business Insider, CNET, and the Today Parenting Team, among others. Previously, Cameron spent 23 years working in politics first on Capitol Hill, then leading policy strategy in roles at two of the world's top movie studios. She has been named one of the Washington Business Journal's “Women Who Mean Business” and currently serves on several non-profit boards. Cameron received her BA from the University of South Carolina and her JD from Emory University School of Law. Cameron is married to an Army veteran and has four stepchildren, one with special needs. Cameron's contact info: Website: https://stepfamilysolutions.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stepfamilysolutions/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stepfamilysolutions TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stepfamilysolutions If you want to get one of the open Co-Parenting Audit spots in the month of March, use this link to save your spot today: https://www.mikkigardner.com/offers/dC8iRBKy/checkout Will you do me a favor? Please take 60 seconds to rate and review the show. This is a gift that keeps on giving because you help more listeners and women find the show so we all grow together. Just go to wherever you listen and hit the subscribe button and rate and review the show. For more information go to my website here: https://mikkigardner.com/podcast/ Please click the button to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes and leave a review if your favorite podcast app has that ability. Thank you! © 2021 - 2024 Mikki Gardner Coaching

When you're running a mission-driven business, marketing is about more than just landing new clients–it's about getting your message out to more people. Celina Shands is an expert at helping her clients tell their brand story and communicate their value to potential customers, partners, and funders. As CEO of Full Capacity Marketing, Celina is the 2017 Marketing CEO of the Year in the Pacific Coast USA, a former American Marketing Association Marketer of the Year, and a two-time Women Who Mean Business finalist. For the past 25 years, she's been a strong advocate for workforce education and economic development missions.  As a communications expert, Celina has helped more than 500 workforce development and K-12/post-secondary education organizations build high-performing outreach campaigns that empower vulnerable populations, students and job seekers to embrace their potential.  Finding the Best Marketing Strategy for Your Business After 25+ years experience in workforce development and marketing, Celina says she still follows the same process with all of her agency clients.  The first step is to sit down and define what problem the business is trying to solve in the market and what their unique selling proposition is. From there, the agency performs market research to understand the psychographics of the client's target audience. Customers are inundated with marketing messages so it's essential to use data to cut through the nose.  The last step is to add outreach strategies, which may involve a new website with search engine optimization (SEO), paid ads, or PR. The best strategy will depend on where your ideal client spends their time online. Relationship-Building and Word-of-Mouth Born and raised in North Carolina, Celina approaches business like a true southerner by putting relationships first. Up to 97% of her agency clients come from word-of-mouth referrals. From the early days of her business, Celina has prioritized her sense of mission and helping others. She built her network through email outreach, phone calls, and speaking at conferences. To this day, the company has never run an advertising campaign. Instead, Celina shares information freely with her audience through email newsletters, blogs, and ebooks. This educational approach has resulted in long-term, repeat customers–many of whom have become like family. Tips for Running a Remote Team Celina's agency is fully remote and has been from the beginning–something she sees as an inherent advantage. Not only does working remotely save on overhead costs, but it also promotes greater communication between team members. Celina's team works across several different time zones, but she's flexible on when her employees work, as long as they continue to deliver results.  Although these days there are many tools for remote work, technology alone isn't enough to ensure the success of your virtual team. It's equally as important for the CEO to set the tone and culture. You need to have systems and processes in place, and communicate clear expectations at the start of every project. Establishing key milestones will help keep everyone on track, and your team will appreciate having the freedom to work on their own schedule. Enjoy this episode with CEO and Marketing Expert Celina Shands…  Quotes “The reason why we're called Full Capacity Marketing is because I want each of our clients to be at full capacity long after our contract concludes.” “If you position yourself as a partner versus a vendor, you have more opportunities that come in. That's why we do things like ebooks, teaching, and things of that nature. Whether you work with us or not, we want you to succeed, especially in those missions.” “I can't say we've had all this success intentionally. We set the course as best as possible and then go with the flow and see what opportunities come up.” “PR strategies are fantastic for entrepreneurs–getting them out there, getting their voice, and having a connection in the community.”  “How does your business not only solve a problem, but connect to a bigger mission that is of value and relevance in the community or the markets that you serve?”  “My grandma always said, ‘No one can argue with results.'” “There's room for everybody. It's not a competitive thing, even though you're trying to be unique in your own way. It's really about being authentic." Links mentioned in this episode: Full Capacity Marketing Website: http://www.fullcapacitymarketing.com  Connect with Celina Shands on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/celinashands/  Check out Celina's new book, Business On Purpose: https://www.amazon.com/Business-Purpose-Inspiring-Overcomers-Changing-ebook/dp/B0CGWWF372  eFCM Learning Hub: https://www.fullcapacitymarketing.com/skills-building/ 

Today, I'm joined by Gay Gaddis, a founder, artist, and author who is best known for growing T3 from scratch to the largest independent female-owned ad agency in the U.S. At the height of a country-wide recession in 1989, Gay quit her job and cashed in her $16,000 IRA to go all in on starting her ad agency. Soon after landing her first 3 clients, Gay signed Dell to T3. As it positioned itself on the cutting edge of internet marketing in the 1990s, T3 continued to grow. In 2019, Gay sold T3 after growing it to more than $40M in annual net revenue. Now, Gay is a successful painter, the best-selling author of “Cowgirl Power: How to Kick Ass in Business & Life,” and the founder of “Women Who Mean Business,” a women's development program at the University of Texas. Gay's story is all about taking risks, figuring it out, and betting on yourself. In today's episode, Gay shares how she bootstrapped her business from $0 to $40M+, advice for taking growth-oriented risks, and the challenges of exiting a business that has become an extension of who you are. Key Takeaways with Gay Gaddis How Gay went from art to advertising Starting an agency from zero and scaling to $44M How to look at hiring talent The path from $1M to $10M Prioritizing curiosity in new hires Building a business that allows for risk-taking When to turn down high-paying clients Selling a business despite not wanting to The effect of an earnout on an exit The evolution of female entrepreneurship How to handle employees who aren't the right fit Gay's painting and writing endeavors   Get the full show notes here: https://beyondamillion.com/101 Subscribe to the Podcast We hope you enjoy this episode and that you find some golden nuggets within this interview. Trust us, it's there! If you want episodes delivered straight to your inbox, consider subscribing to the show and we'll email you each time a new episode is released! Thanks for tuning it & keep being awesome. BAM!

As University of Houston System Chancellor and University of Houston President, Renu Khator has transformed UH into a nationally recognized institution. In this episode, HBJ Reporter Sofia Gonzalez profiles Khator, the Lifetime Achievement Award Winner in our 2023 Women Who Mean Business Awards.

As CEO of Full Capacity Marketing, Celina Shands wass the 2017 Marketing CEO of the Year in the Pacific Coast USA, a former American Marketing Association Marketer of the Year and a two-time Women Who Mean Business finalist. For the past 25 years, Celina has been a strong advocate for workforce, education and economic development missions. Her company has earned more than 65 global awards for marketing and communications innovations in the public and nonprofit sectors. Celina is a sought-after keynote speaker and trainer at national and state workforce, education and economic development conferences. #celinashands #ceo #fullcapacity #marketing #thoughtleader #education #workforce #communications #california #tsc #gogetit  Social Media Links Wrote by Me Site https://t.co/loWDv6eU7x Youtube Channel youtube.com/c/ChipBakerTheSuccessChronicles LinkedIn http://linkedin.com/in/chipbakerthesuccesschronicles Facebook- Profile https://www.facebook.com/tscchipbaker Facebook- Page facebook.com/chipbakertsc Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chipbakertsc/ Twitter twitter.com/chipbaker19 TikTok tiktok.com/@chipbakertsc Linktree https://linktr.ee/ChipBakerTSC Online Store http://chip-baker-the-success-chronicles.square.site/ Chip Baker- The Success Chronicles Podcast https://anchor.fm/chip-baker

Teatime with Miss Liz joining to share a magical special T-E-A is the children's author ZANE CARSON CARRUTH. It's time we bring the tooth fairy to the table. October 3rd, 3 p.m. EST LIVE STREAMING TO MULTIPLE PLATFORMS AND PODCASTS STATIONS AND APPS. Live show on Miss Liz's YouTube channel below. Give it a quick subscription and be notified when teatime is live. https://youtube.com/@misslizsteatimes?si=Q-jDZyTLDlPaNDyiPhilanthropist Zane Carson Carruth is an award-winning international children's book author, a certified business etiquette and protocol professional and sits on numerous non-profit boards in Houston, TX as well as the Vice President of Carruth Foundation.Carruth has completed five captivating books in the trademarked series about the world's first tooth fairy, including The World's First Tooth Fairy…Ever The Adventures of Abella and Her Magic Wand, Abella Starts a Tooth Fairy School, Abella Goes to the Rodeo, Abella Gets a New Hairdo. These books teach responsibility and kindness. Her books have won admirable awards, such as the Story Monsters Seal of Approval, the Story Book of Approval, the Purple Dragonfly Book Award and now the Parent and Teachers Choice Award (one of the most recognized international awards by parents and teachers). Zane is also the Executive Producer of Abella's First Tooth. She co-hosts a live stream broadcast on USA GLOBAL TV & RADIO titled Elegance, Polished Demeanor and Posh Living on the last Thursday of each month. One of Carruth's greatest joys as an author is donating her books to young children. She has served as a board member on the Houston Grand Opera Board since 2015 and on the marketing & communications committee and the special events committee. She also sits on the SPCA Board of Directors, as Assistant Secretary, and on the capital campaign committee. She's very active on the capital campaign committee for the new campus and has personally raised over $3,000,000. She has been on the Board of Directors of Discovery Green Conservatory for three years. In 2020, Zane was honoured to be named ABC's 13 Women of Distinction, an honoree of The Houston Business Journal's Women Who Mean Business awards, and received the Story Monsters Book award. He was elected as a 2020 Top Impact Maker Honoree by CKW LUXE Magazine. To Follow Abella: Website – WorldsFirstToothFairy.com Facebook – Abella the Tooth FairyInstagram - @WorldsFirstToothFairyConnect with Zane Carson CarruthWebsite – Zane Carruth.com Instagram – @ZcarruthFacebook – Zane Carruth.

Kate Goodall (she/her) is the Co-Founder and CEO of Halcyon, an incubator for early-stage impact ventures. Since launching in 2014, Goodall has added an early-stage venture fund (of which she is co-managing director), an angel investing network, microloan fund, and a range of intensive programs, continually seeking to serve increasing numbers of entrepreneurs globally in more ways in order to solve the pressing social and environmental problems of our time. In 2016, Goodall helped establish WE Capital, a consortium of leading businesswomen investing in and supporting women and women-led companies. In 2018, Goodall launched an international arts and dialogue festival, By the People, which ended in the pandemic. Goodall has served as juror at national and international social entrepreneurship competitions, like the Creator Awards, Pitch@Palace, and MIT Tech Review Innovator Europe & Latin America, and has helped select the 2021-2022 Class of White House Fellows under the Biden Administration. She was listed as DC Inno's Fire Blazer, one of the Washington Business Journal's Power 100, 40 Under 40, Women Who Mean Business, and Washington's New Guard, Washingtonian's 2017 Tech Titans, and Techweek 100 DC's Talent Cultivators. Goodall has also received the Crittenton Leadership Award, is a Sorenson Global Impact Leader, and a member of YPO. In a prior life, Goodall worked as a Maritime Archaeologist. She has 2 sons who keep her on her toes.

Gina Schaefer knows a thing or two about building a business in non-traditional ways. Gina is the founder and Co-CEO of a chain of Ace Hardware stores located in Washington, D.C., Baltimore, MD, Montgomery County and Northern VA. She is a passionate entrepreneur who grew her company from one to 13 stores in only 14 years and now leads a multimillion-dollar business that employs more than 300 people. She is dedicated to maintaining a strong corporate culture and is selling her company to her teammates through an ESOP. Gina's big passion is developing urban markets, supporting small businesses, and helping women succeed in all aspects of the hardware industry. She has tirelessly focused on the “Return to Main Street” movement in her city of Washington, D.C., to promote Shop Local campaigns and community revitalization in urban areas. Gina has received numerous accolades for her many accomplishments, including being the recipient of the Women Who Mean Business award from the Washington Business Journal of 2009, being recognized as an industry Top Gun in 2011 by the National Retail Hardware Association, being honored by Profiles in Diversity Journal as one of its Women Worth Watching in 2013 and recognized by Hardware and Building Supply Dealer as one of 14 of the 2016 “People of the Year.” Her book, Recovery Hardware, was published in 2022 and chronicles her business growth and the lessons she learned from hiring folks in recovery – proving that leaders can build a business in non-traditional ways. Episode in a Tweet: I am a far better leader because I am open to learning from non-traditional teachers. Second chances transform communities and change lives—and they often start with one business at a time. Background: I absolutely love this interview. Gina Schafer is one of the most inspiring leaders I've had the pleasure of meeting. We can all learn from her vision, gumption, grit, and compassion. Not only did she open an Ace Hardware store in a rundown but regentrifying community in Washington DC with no prior experience with hardware, she and her husband built their business by giving those in addiction recovery a chance to change their lives and find meaning and purpose in their work. Her compassion touches my heart – I, too, know what it's like to have a second chance at getting things right. During the episode, Gina shares how she grew her Ace Hardware store empire to 13 stores, even though she had never touched a power tool in her life. She tells us how she hired a person in recovery without knowing it before he joined the company and how he taught her many things about life, hardware, and second chances. Gina and her husband also decided to sell their stores to their employees through an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) and why she hopes that someday Ace Hardware DC will employ millionaire cashiers. Gina is no doubt proof that one can build a business in a non-traditional way. This heartful interview will surely inspire you. Please have a listen and let me know what you think! How to find Gina: Book Website: www.recoveryhardware.com Website: https://acehardwaredc.com/ Instagram: recoveryhardware LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gina-schaefer-56380a8/ Preorder my book, The Ownership Mindset, on Amazon or Barnes and Noble Subscribe to my podcast Reflect Forward on iTunes Or check out my new YouTube Channel, where you can watch full-length episodes of Advice From a CEO! And if you are looking for a keynote speaker or a podcast guest, click here to book a meeting with me to discuss what you are looking for!

Do you want to dive deep into the ever-evolving realm of influencer marketing? Then, let's get ready for a thought-provoking and informative discussion on driving business success and navigating the ever-changing landscape of entrepreneurship.Danica Kombol is a highly accomplished entrepreneur, digital marketing expert, and public speaker. She is the CEO and co-founder of Everywhere Agency, a prominent digital marketing agency based in Atlanta, Georgia. With over 20 years of experience, Danica has established herself as a leading figure in brand strategy, social media marketing, and influencer engagement. In today's episode, let's discover her invaluable insights, innovative approaches, and inspiring journey as we explore the dynamic landscape of digital marketing and the power of influencer engagement.------------Full show notes, links to resources mentioned, and other compelling episodes can be found at http://LeadYourGamePodcast.com. (Click the magnifying icon at the top right and type “Danica”)Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! JUST FOR YOU: Increase your leadership acumen by identifying your personal Leadership Trigger. Take my free my free quiz and instantly receive your 5-page report. Need to up-level your workforce or execute strategic People initiatives? https://shockinglydifferent.com/contact or tweet @KaranRhodes.-------------ABOUT DANICA:Danica Kombol is a true pioneer in the influencer marketing space, renowned for her exceptional accomplishments. As the founder and former CEO of Everywhere agency, she played a pivotal role in shaping the industry before its acquisition by MWWPR in 2020. Everywhere agency made waves by holding the Guinness World Record for the most socially networked message. It garnered numerous awards for its innovative storytelling campaigns for Fortune 500 companies.Recognizing the power of influencers early on, Danica also launched Everywhere Society, one of the first influencer networks. This platform fueled the agency's successful campaigns for high-profile clients such as Macy's, Carter's/OshKosh, Moe's, Newell Brands, Cox Enterprises, and Georgia Pacific.Also, Danica's remarkable contributions have earned her prestigious accolades, including being named Marketer of the Year by the Atlanta AMA in 2019. The Atlanta Business Chronicle also recognized her as one of Atlanta's "Women Who Mean Business."WHAT TO LISTEN FOR:1. What can we learn from a dynamic team to drive business success?2. What advice do experienced entrepreneurs have for aspiring business founders?3. What are effective networking strategies and relationship-building techniques in professional conferences?4. What is Chameleon Collective?5. What are the strategies for implementing 360 marketing campaigns?6. How can Monday morning meetings become more insightful and productive?7. What key considerations are involved in successfully transitioning between business ventures?FEATURED TIMESTAMPS:[03:23] Danica's Journey of Exploring Curiosity in Influencer and Digital Marketing[07:02] Entrepreneurial Growth and Leadership in a New Industry: Establishing and Scaling a Business[08:57] Learning from a Dynamic Team: Insights Gained from Driving...

For those who've met her in the last 10 years or so, Mandy Shoemaker is an entrepreneur. And rightly so. In 2013, she and her sister-in-law Michala Gibson founded Prairie Elder Care, which provides residential care in a unique setting for people living with Alzheimer's and dementia. And then last year they launched Connectivities, a subscription-based service that provides boxes of supplies for activities to help build connections for families and other caregivers for people with dementia and Alzheimer's.Before 2013, though, Mandy had a much different career. She started as an elementary school teacher in Oregon, where she worked in some challenging circumstances. She returned to the Kansas City area -- her childhood home -- in 2005, first as a principal in the Blue Valley School District, before moving over to the Olathe School District.With all of this awesomeness that she's been a part of, Mandy was a 2019 Women Who Mean Business honoree from the Kansas City Business Journal, and then in 2020, Prairie Elder Care was one of the Kansas City Chamber's Top 10 Small Businesses.We chat with Mandy about her career, building relationships, the importance of CARE in leadership, and much more. LINKS:To learn about Prairie Elder Care, go here.For info about Connectivities, click here.Register here for the 2nd Annual C You At Topgolf event.For more information about the C-10 Mentoring & Leadership program for high school students, visit our website.To make a financial gift to give students life-changing one-on-one mentoring, visit our secure donation page.For all episodes of the C-10 podcast and ways you can listen, click here.If you'd like to make a comment, have a suggestion for a future guest, or your company would like to help underwrite this podcast, please visit our contact page.

"When you're the underdog figure out to use this to your advantage." - Gina SchaeferGina Schaefer is the founder and CEO of over a dozen hardware stores in Washington, DC, Baltimore, MD, and the surrounding areas. As a member of the Ace Hardware Cooperative, Gina leads a multimillion-dollar business that employs more than 250 people. She is dedicated to maintaining a strong corporate culture and has begun a transfer of ownership through an ESOP to her teammates. Schaefer's big passion is for developing urban markets, supporting small businesses, and helping women to succeed in all aspects of the hardware industry.She has tirelessly focused on national efforts to increase the federal minimum wage and to pass legislation to strengthen antitrust and monopoly laws.Always striving to be creative, think differently, and make a difference, Gina received the Women Who Mean Business award from the Washington Business Journal and the Top Women in Hardware & Building Supply award. She has been recognized as an industry Top Gun by the National Retail Hardware Association, honored by Profiles in Diversity Journal as one of its Women Worth Watching, and recognized by Hardware and Building Supply Dealer as one of 2016's People of the Year.Gina serves on the Corporate Board of CCA Global and the nonprofit board of the Institute for Local Self-Reliance, and she previously served as a member of Ace Hardware Corporation Board of Directors and on the nonprofit boards of House of Ruth and Think Local First DC.Click here to subscribe to The Deep Wealth Podcast to save time and effort.SELECTED LINKS FOR THIS EPISODERecovery HardwareRecovery Hardware | InstagramGina Schaefer - Board Member - CCA Global Partners | LinkedInCockroach Startups: What You Need To Know To Succeed And ProsperFREE Deep Wealth eBook on Why You Suck At Selling Your Business And What You Can Do About It (Today)Book Your FREE Deep Wealth Strategy CallResources To Have You Thrive And ProsperThe Deep Wealth Podcast brings you a wealth of world-class thought leaders who share invaluable resources and insights. Click the link below to access the resources, gear, and books that either our guests or the Deep Wealth team leverage to increase success:https://www.deepwealth.com/thriveContact Deep Wealth: Tweet @JeffreyFeldberg LinkedIn Instagram Subscribe to The Deep Wealth Podcast Email podcast[at]deepwealth[dot]com Help us pay it forward by leaving a review.Here's to you and your success!As always, please stay healthy and safe.

Christina welcomes Cameron, a stepmom who found her voice and founded This Custom Life, is host of The Stepmom Diaries podcast, Co-CEO of Stepfamily Magazine, and Co-founder of The Stepmom Summit. Cameron discusses how she stepped into her role and how the ages of our stepkids can impact the way we show up. Christina and Cameron chat how the bond can be different between your different stepkids, the guilt we carry and some mistakes stepmoms make when trying to define their role. Cameron also shares some ideas and suggestions on how to navigate blended family finances. What should you consider? What's the "right" thing to do? Listen in! Mentioned in the Episode: www.stepfamilymoney.com About My Guest: Cameron Normand is Founder of This Custom Life, Host of The Stepmom Diaries podcast, Co-CEO of Stepfamily Magazine, and Co-founder of The Stepmom Summit. Her mission is to provide tools and advice to help stepmoms and stepfamilies manage their blended family lives. She is a Certified Stepparent Coach, the creator of the BLENDED Family Formula For Stepmom Success, and author of The Stepmom's Gratitude Journal. She's been featured in CNET, The Cut, Business Insider, Upjourney, the Today Parenting Team, and StepMom Magazine, among others. Cameron received her BA from the University of South Carolina and her JD from Emory University School of Law. By day, she is a corporate politico in the Washington, D.C. area and serves on several non-profit boards. She was named one of the Washington Business Journal's, “Women Who Mean Business.” Find her here: www.thiscustomlife.com; www.stepfamilymagazine.com; instagram.com/this_custom_life So much more than a podcast!!! Find me on the Gram @radicalstepmomspodcast Want a little more support? Schedule a 1:1 session or become a Radical Member? ⁠Head to my website! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/radicalstepmoms/message

Anna Crowe is founder and CEO of Crowe PR, a recognized public relations and marketing expert, best-selling author and speaker. Anna has spent nearly 20 years working for iconic brands in New York, Los Angeles and San Diego, pivoting from a Big 4 CPA track, to scaling and leading a national public relations and digital marketing agency. In addition to running her business and empowering people to unlock their true potential through authenticity, Anna sits on the board of the San Diego Chapter of the Entrepreneurs Organization, philanthropy-based PEERS Network and digital wellness non-profit Half The Story, volunteering her time helping small businesses and non-profit organizations. Anna's focus on developing extraordinary leaders and growing her clients' businesses has led to several notable recognitions, including CEO of the Year, Best Places to Work, PR Team of the Year, Women Who Mean Business and more. Anna's book ‘Get Real: The Power of Genuine Leadership, a Transparent Culture and an Authentic You' earned Amazon Best-seller status in 2019 and continues to sell globally. She also co-authored Lead Like a Woman, released May 2022. Anna holds an MBA in International Marketing from the University of San Diego and a bachelor's degree in Accounting from Rutgers University. A former Moscovite and long-time New Yorker, Anna lives in San Diego with her husband and two young children. She is happiest when she positively impacts another human being, grows as an individual and a leader, travels the world with her family, and catches a coastal sunset with a glass of Pinot Noir.Where to find Anne CroweWebsite: crowepr.comInstagram: @acroweprAmazon: Anna Crowe LinkedIn: Anna (Anya) Crowe, MBASPONSORThis episode is sponsored by Entire Productions- Creating events (both in-person and virtual) that don't suck! and Entire Productions Marketing- carefully curated premium gifting and branded promo items. PLEASE RATE, REVIEW, & SUBSCRIBE on APPLE PODCASTS“I love Natasha and the Fascinating Entrepreneurs Podcast!”

In this episode, we talk with Michelle P. Wimes, Sr. VP/Chief Equity & Inclusion Officer, Children's Mercy Hospital. Michelle is a strategic leader who is deft at implementing change management strategies necessary for a comprehensive and effective diversity and inclusion and professional development program. In our conversation, Michelle talks about how being open to new opportunities early in her career allowed her to challenge herself and own her success. Her advice is to have a growth mindset and understand your style of leadership. By being self-aware and owning your strengths and weaknesses, you can learn to be a great leader through empathy, elevating others, and being humble. Make sure to take notes as Michelle shares her stories and provides words of wisdom to our front-line leaders. One of our favorites is to surround yourself with the resources you need to accelerate your career. Our advice – listen and then listen again and take notes. What to Listen ForEarly Career, Imposter Syndrome, and Pivoting - 3:15 Be Open to New Opportunities - 6:30 Invest in Yourself – 9:05 What Can You Be Doing to Hone Your Leadership - 10:15 Leadership and You – 12:00 Empathy Makes Great Leaders - 14:24 Getting Out of A Rut - 17:10 Negative Self-Talk - 18:20 Receiving Feedback - 20:12 Sponsors and Mentors - 22:15 Advice to Female Front-Line Leaders - 27:53 Own Your Success - 32:50 Resources mentioned in the podcastMichelle P. Wimes – LinkedIn Profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellepattersonwimes/   Michelle has been recognized for her many professional contributions. In 2021, the Kansas City Business Journal recognized her as one of 24 local “Women Who Mean Business.” In 202, she was awarded the Sly James Diversity and Inclusion Award given to members of the Kansas City area legal community for their contributions to diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. In 2018, she received Missouri Lawyer Media's inaugural diversity and inclusion award honoring 20 state-wide individuals and organizations “for significantly advancing diversity, inclusion and dignity of all people in Missouri's legal profession.” In 2015, Ingram's Magazine honored her as one of the “50 Missourians You Should Know. Check-in with Sweet but Fearless Website - sweetbutfearless.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/successfulwomensnetwork?trk=public_profile_topcard-current-company  

Amy Boone Thompson is the Owner and Chief Executive Officer of IDEA Health & Fitness Association. She has a three-decade career as a fitness professional, wellness advocate, and business owner leader. Amy has held every role from practitioner to presenter to executive, and leads from a place of connection, service, and purposeful impact. Her early experience training women to be the best versions of themselves in body, mind, and spirit set the foundation for an incredible professional trajectory. Amy was named the 2019 IDEA Fitness Leader of the Year before she took over as Vice President and later CEO and Owner. She was also a nominee in the San Diego Business Journal's Women Who Mean Business, an award that recognizes dynamic women business leaders who have demonstrated significant contributions to the local economy. She has served on numerous industry committees and currently sits on the California Fitness Alliance Advisory Council. Amy was just appointed as Vice Chair of the World Active Forum to work alongside the World Health Organization in uniting global efforts to promote physical activity. Her husband and children, along with a very supportive extended family, help keep her grounded. In this episode… What does it mean to lead a business with character? How can you gain clarity and create an efficient structure for running your business? For Amy Boone Thompson, leading a business with character means tapping into your curiosity and leading with kindness, respect, and care. Having spent many years as an athlete, she has learned the value of working in a team and showing up with grit. She encourages leaders to be coachable, lead with confidence, and empower others to succeed. In this episode of the Lead Like A Woman Show, Andrea Heuston interviews Amy Boone Thompson, the Owner and Chief Executive Officer of IDEA Health & Fitness Association. Amy explains what it means to lead with character, curiosity, and confidence. She also discusses the role athletics play in her life and business and shares her future plans for IDEA Health & Fitness Association.

Welcome back to the She's Wild Podcast hosted by Nancy Surak! Today's guest is Sally Riker, partner at Lowe's Engineers. Sally has 25 years of experience in the A/E/C industry and was named by the Atlanta Business Chronicle in 2020 to their List of Women Who Mean Business. Sally was recognized as one of the most influential women in A/E/C in Georgia 2018-2022. She was named to the “40 under 40” list of leading professionals by Georgia Trend magazine and she was recently appointed to the Urban Land Institute's America's Women's Leadership Initiative Committee.Sally's career journey has been filled with success and she's long been recognized as a strong leader. She attributes her leadership skills to being involved in team sports in her youth and dives into the lessons she learned being a fast-pitch pitcher on her softball team. She is proud to be a woman in the STEM field and works to lift other women up in traditionally male dominated industries. Today's episode will leave you feeling empowered and ready to step outside of your comfort zone and into a position or career path you might be thinking about.Memorable Moments:4:50- When you're playing team sports, you learn early on how not only to lead but support, how to cheer others on. It's something where every person on the team is a critical component to your success. So it's the same thing here at work.7:29- So the biggest thing that I always tell people is to be responsive and communicate. That is one of the biggest things that will help a project or help a client understand where you are with the project. If you don't communicate with them, you're not responsive, or you don't pick up the phone, it lends to a lot of problems that perhaps you could have nipped in the bud, to begin with.12:18- I feel like it is so important, especially for women, to raise your hand, get involved in those leadership roles, don't just be a member or participate, really get involved. There are not enough women out there that get involved with nonprofit organizations, professional organizations that really raise their hand and say, “Hey, I want the opportunity to lead”.21:42- One thing that I have to say is women are strong, we're resilient. I feel very, very honored and privileged to be here at Lowe, I'm the only female partner.27:05- I really never thought I would be in a STEM field growing up; I thought I was going to be on Broadway or a news anchor or something like that, but, you know, it is possible.36:00- Put yourself in the arena, make yourself bigger, you know, and at the end of the day, it's you that counts. You're your own worst critic, and you're probably the one that holds holding yourself back in the long run.Connect with Nancy:Instagram: https://instagram.com/nancysurakLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancysurak/Website: www.nancysurak.comConnect with Sally:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally-riker-f-same-1b1a1943/Website: https://loweengineers.com/Sally's Book Recommendation:Daring Greatly Brene Brown via Amazon: https://amzn.to/3OAbK8TShe's WILD Sound production by:Luke Surak, Surak Productions: surakproductions@gmail.com

In the latest episode of the Empowerography Podcast, my guest is Janie Lacy. Dr. Janie Lacy, LMHC, NCC, CSAT-S is a Licensed Relationship Trauma Psychotherapist who has over fifteen years of experience working with those who have unsuccessfully tried to break free from their toxic relationship patterns. By addressing the root issue of their suffering, Janie creates breakthrough experiences from the inside out, allowing her clients to finally find peace within themselves they have so desperately longed for in life. She is a nationally recognized expert in the field of relationship trauma. Janie has been featured on Good Morning America, CNN|HLN, ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC to name a few. She is also a faculty member with the International Institute of Trauma and Addiction Professionals and an entrepreneur who took her counseling business from a solo practice to a group specialty practice. Her accolades and awards include: Orlando Business Journal's 2021 "Women Who Mean Business", Onyx Magazine's 2020 “Woman on the Move,” Orlando Magazine's 2019 “Women of the Year” and African American Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida 2018 “Enterprise Business of the Year.” Janie is the host of her syndicated VoiceAmerica Show called “Let's Talk About It with Janie Lacy” which can be found on iHeart, iTunes, Alexa, Spotify, and Spreaker. Janie helps women overcome toxic relationships.  She's the creator of Woman Redeemed, an intensive experiential group experience that uses proven therapy strategies to start women on their healing journey. After experiencing the devastating trauma of her eldest sister leaving a domestic violent relationship resulting in her murder. Janie uses her experience and expertise to help others break patterns of toxic love. In this episode we discuss TEDx, trauma, relationships, the signs of toxic relationships, women redeemed and experiential therapy. Website - https://www.lifecounselingsolutions.com/ IG - http://www.instagram.com/janielacy FB - https://www.facebook.com/drjanielacy LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/janielacy TEDx Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9k1ocw177lk "I started practicing in 2007 as a licensed therapist" - 00:01:52 "I'm a big believer especially from the relationship space and a therapy space" - 00:33:21 "No matter what you've been through, no matter what's happened to you" - 01:06:50 Empowerography would like to offer you a discount code to one of our exclusive partners, Quartz & Canary Jewelry & Wellness Co. Please use CODE EMPOWER15 to receive 15% off upon check out at www.quartzandcanary.com. Quartz & Canary is truly the place, where spirituality meets style.

In the latest episode of the Empowerography Podcast, my guest is Janie Lacy. Dr. Janie Lacy, LMHC, NCC, CSAT-S is a Licensed Relationship Trauma Psychotherapist who has over fifteen years of experience working with those who have unsuccessfully tried to break free from their toxic relationship patterns. By addressing the root issue of their suffering, Janie creates breakthrough experiences from the inside out, allowing her clients to finally find peace within themselves they have so desperately longed for in life. She is a nationally recognized expert in the field of relationship trauma. Janie has been featured on Good Morning America, CNN|HLN, ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC to name a few. She is also a faculty member with the International Institute of Trauma and Addiction Professionals and an entrepreneur who took her counseling business from a solo practice to a group specialty practice. Her accolades and awards include: Orlando Business Journal's 2021 "Women Who Mean Business", Onyx Magazine's 2020 “Woman on the Move,” Orlando Magazine's 2019 “Women of the Year” and African American Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida 2018 “Enterprise Business of the Year.” Janie is the host of her syndicated VoiceAmerica Show called “Let's Talk About It with Janie Lacy” which can be found on iHeart, iTunes, Alexa, Spotify, and Spreaker. Janie helps women overcome toxic relationships.  She's the creator of Woman Redeemed, an intensive experiential group experience that uses proven therapy strategies to start women on their healing journey. After experiencing the devastating trauma of her eldest sister leaving a domestic violent relationship resulting in her murder. Janie uses her experience and expertise to help others break patterns of toxic love. In this episode we discuss TEDx, trauma, relationships, the signs of toxic relationships, women redeemed and experiential therapy. Website - https://www.lifecounselingsolutions.com/ IG - http://www.instagram.com/janielacy FB - https://www.facebook.com/drjanielacy LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/janielacy TEDx Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9k1ocw177lk "I started practicing in 2007 as a licensed therapist" - 00:01:52 "I'm a big believer especially from the relationship space and a therapy space" - 00:33:21 "No matter what you've been through, no matter what's happened to you" - 01:06:50 Empowerography would like to offer you a discount code to one of our exclusive partners, Quartz & Canary Jewelry & Wellness Co. Please use CODE EMPOWER15 to receive 15% off upon check out at www.quartzandcanary.com. Quartz & Canary is truly the place, where spirituality meets style.

Episode 24:  Nancy Whitworth is the Chief People Officer at McCownGordon Construction where she has blazed new trails with corporate and people strategy.  With 35 years of experience, she's developed expertise in talent planning, human resources, organizational & talent development, leadership development, associate relations, total rewards, talent acquisition, and much more. As part of McCownGordon's executive team, Nancy has helped lead the company's growth over the past 14 years, while concurrently shaping a culture that has earned national recognition as Fortune's Top 20 Great Places to Work for medium businesses, as well as Best Places to Work for Millennials. Locally, the company has been designated by The Kansas City Business Journal as one of The Best Places to Work for the past 17 consecutive years. Nancy was recently selected as a finalist for the 2022 Women Transforming Business award, which is a national award sponsored by CBIZ.  She was selected by Ingram's as a WeKC (Women Executives Of KC) honoree in 2019, and by the Kansas City Business Journal for Women Who Mean Business class of 2013. 

6.2.2022 Gina Schaefer is founder and CEO of A Few Cool Hardware Stores appeared on Everything Co-op June 2, 2022. Gina shared the strategy of how she and her husband Mark, have used their hardware stores to build and serve communities throughout the Washington Metropolitan Area. Gina Schaefer is founder and CEO of A Few Cool Hardware Stores. Gina's big passion is for developing urban markets, supporting small businesses and helping women to succeed in all aspects of the hardware industry. A self-proclaimed "localist", Gina has tirelessly focused on the "Return to Main Street" movement in the District of Columbia, to promote Shop Local campaigns and community revitalization in urban areas. She and her husband are members of the Ace Hardware Cooperative, and they own and operate 13 hardware stores in DC, Baltimore, Alexandria, VA and Montgomery County. Gina has received numerous accolades for her many accomplishments, including recipient of the Women Who Mean Business award from the Washington Business Journal of 2009, recognized as an industry Top Gun in 2011 by the National Retail Hardware Association, honored by Profiles in Diversity Journal as one of its Women Worth Watching in 2013 and recognized by Hardware and Building Supply Dealer as one of 14 of the 2016 "People of the Year." She also serves on the Corporate Board of CCA Global and the nonprofit board of The Institute for Local Self-Reliance. When her busy schedule allows, Gina likes to relax by making greeting cards (she's a big believer in the power of the written note), kayaking, taking spin classes, traveling, reading and, of course, mentoring other small business owners.

In this episode, Kristin and I talk about how communication from the other side helped her overcome her fear of death, animal guides, how spirituality weaves into her work life, and the signs and help she receives from spirit when she asks for them. She is Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of a water quality organization that provides oceanographic and freshwater monitoring equipment to researchers and farmers around the world. She became CEO in 2015 and has more than tripled the company's revenue to over $3 Million in annual sales today. Her educational background includes an undergraduate degree from UC San Diego and an MBA from Cal State University of San Marcos. Recent awards include the INC 5000 for fastest growing business, San Diego Daily Transcript Top 40 under 40, and the San Diego Business Journal's Women Who Mean Business. Various aspects of spirit play a valuable role in her life as she navigates, growing her business, raising her family, and making important decisions. From seeing her first ghost at 5, to hearing one of her guardian angels speak with her, to pursuing a love for Shamanic Journeying and more, she understands the basic need of connecting beyond the physical world in order to get deeper guidance. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Kristin and I talk about how communication from the other side helped her overcome her fear of death, animal guides, how spirituality weaves into her work life, and the signs and help she receives from spirit when she asks for them. She is Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of a water quality organization that provides oceanographic and freshwater monitoring equipment to researchers and farmers around the world. She became CEO in 2015 and has more than tripled the company's revenue to over $3 Million in annual sales today. Her educational background includes an undergraduate degree from UC San Diego and an MBA from Cal State University of San Marcos. Recent awards include the INC 5000 for fastest growing business, San Diego Daily Transcript Top 40 under 40, and the San Diego Business Journal's Women Who Mean Business. Various aspects of spirit play a valuable role in her life as she navigates, growing her business, raising her family, and making important decisions. From seeing her first ghost at 5, to hearing one of her guardian angels speak with her, to pursuing a love for Shamanic Journeying and more, she understands the basic need of connecting beyond the physical world in order to get deeper guidance.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's “C” word is Competitor. In the C You In The Major Leagues vernacular, Competitor means someone who has a desire and ability to compete, has high expectations, is tough minded, and brings out the best in those around him or her. And this week's guest certainly fits that. Jenny Housley is the Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at Blue KC. She oversees the Medicare, Small Group, Mid-Market and Large Group sales teams, the sales operations team, commercial product development and customer experience. She is responsible for the retention of key customers and strategic oversight of the company's new business development. Before joining Blue KC, she held multiple leadership roles at Lockton Companies including Executive Vice President, Producer where she was responsible for new business acquisition and retention of existing clients. She was recognized as one of Business Insurance Magazine's, “Women to Watch” in 2009, and in 2021 she was one of the Women Who Mean Business selections by the Kansas City Business Journal.She is active in the Kansas City community with organizations ranging from Starlight Theater to the Greater Kansas City YMCA. And she happens to be a longtime friend of C-10 host Matt Fulks, which makes this a unique episode.Housley talks about that word Competitor and how it's helped her as a leader, why she shifted from one strong KC company to another, she takes a swing at our pregame batting practice, and much more.LINKS:For more info about the Blue KC Coaches with Character program, click here.We reference an episode with Christina Lively. Here's the link for that.We've featured Blue KC's Mark Garrett, also, on this podcast. To listen to that, click here.For more information about the C-10 Mentoring & Leadership program for high school students, visit our website.To make a financial gift to give students life-changing one-on-one mentoring, visit our secure donation page.For all episodes of the C-10 podcast and ways you can listen, click here.If you'd like to make a comment, have a suggestion for a future guest, or your company would like to help underwrite this podcast, please visit our contact page.

Marquita Miller-Joshua owns and operates Five Star Tax and Business Solutions from her headquarters in Kansas City, MO. Her full service accounting & business consulting firm focuses on a diverse menu of business solutions. She specializes in tax planning and preparation, accounting and payroll, business startup planning, and revenue generation. Marquita also has many impressive accolades. She has been honored to receive awards from Rising Stars, Influential Women, Women Who Mean Business, and most recently, she was awarded Inspirational Influencer by the International Association of Women. Also she is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. She has accomplished her dreams while also serving as a mother, daughter, mentor, woman of faith, educator, international speaker and board member in multiple organizations. Marquita has managed to stretch the limits of time to also author four books. One which is my favorite, Faithpreneur. She has been a co-author in other books, has produced two CDs and continues to plan, execute and expand her annual “No More Excuses, Only Results” entrepreneur conference. And then just yesterday, she hosted an event to honor other widows on how to heal forward. We invite you to connect with her at her website www.fivestartaxkc.com

About my Guest: She was recently awarded the "Global Business Strategist of the Year" by Global Powerhouse Group in London, England. In addition, she was named #3 in the "Top Ten Media Speakers You Need to Know" and awarded the "International Speaker of the Year" by the Public Speakers Association. As an award-winning Marketing & Media Strategist, International Speaker, Podcast Host, Magazine Publisher, 7 Figure Event Producer, and 5x Bestselling Author, Patty Farmer makes marketing and media PROFITABLE, NOT PAINFUL. Patty specializes in Marketing & Media Strategies and works with small business owners, entrepreneurs, and speakers to attract and convert their ideal clients so they can make a bigger impact in the world and even bigger deposits in their bank account. She has created a network of 100,000+ connections while teaching thousands of entrepreneurs to connect, collaborate and convert in less time and make more money while designing the lifestyle they want to live. Patty has been seen on the covers of magazines such as Accomplish, Unleash Your Bold, Be the Boss, Women Who Mean Business, and EXPERTpreneur. What we Discussed: - An Accidental Speaker - Overcoming being Sick before each speech for 18 months - The Speakers Association and her Awards - Making 100,000 Connections and having a sticking strategy - What Social Media Platform Should I be on - How to Market Your Events - Have Buyers & Not Butts in Seats - How to Support fellow Speakers & Podcasters - Her journey as a Radio Host - A Fantastic Way to Connect with Groups and more How to Contact Patty: https://pattyfarmer.com/ https://pattyfarmer.com/m3podcasts/ Linkedin: www.Linkedin.com/in/pattyfarmer Twitter: https://twitter.com/pattyfarmer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PattyFarmerCEO/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pattyfarmerCEO/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/PattyFarmerCEO/ More About Speaking Podcast: All Episodes can be found at www.speakingpodcast.com All Social Media + Donations link https://bio.link/podcaster Sponsor : http://coolabulla.com Use Discount Code Speaking for a 20% Discount Our Facebook Group can be found at www.facebook.com/speakingpodcast All my 5 Podcast can be found at http://roycoughlan.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/roy-coughlan/message

Hosts Sarah England and Josh Albert sit down with Elena and Michelle Katnik, sisters and co-owners of Sacramento's TEAMride Indoor Cycling Studios. In this conversation we discuss Elena and Michelle's journey at TEAMride, including its opening as a family business in 2012, the challenges of operating a small business during the pandemic, and their mission to create a unique environment for their riders that goes beyond fitness. Please rate, subscribe, and share this podcast with everyone you know. We can be found on Anchor, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts. Topics Covered in the Episode: Team Ride Indoor Cycling Studios Michelle Katnik Elena Katnik Team Ride From Home A Little Bit of Fun Pushkin's Bakery Zocalo Moxie Restaurant Levels by Acivii Sirius XM Chill Station A Huge Thank You to Our Sponsors and Partners: UC Davis Graduate School of Management, Raley's, our Technical Producer, Bob Stobener and Metro Edge

LISTEN NOW!! On the podcast today we have Starlee Sykes, she is the Senior Vice President for the Gulf of Mexico and Canada, one of the largest deep water businesses in the world. With over 20 years of leadership experience in the energy sector.Starlee has been recognized as one of the “25 most Influential Women in Energy'', she was named in , “ Women Who Mean Business” by the Houston Biz Journal and most recently recognized in the Houston Chronicle - “ Power Couple” interview. Starlee shares with us on the podcast her story on how she ended up working offshore and why the numbers for women in offshore positions have stayed stagnant around 3.6%. Starlee always had high aspirations as a child and wanted to work for NASA. She talks about what made her different and how she built confidence. She explains why she has never been someone who “ Self limits” and why this is so important both in your career and personally. This rings true throughout her interview as she describes her balance while having three kids and dual career. She opens up about her divorce and the hard times that come with it. She brings a sense of normalcy to the chaos that life can bring.Believe it or not Starlee was an introvert growing up. She talks about how she opened up and was able to overcome her fears. Come hang out with us:Download on Apple Podcast——>> ClickDownload on Spotify———>>ClickConnect with Maisy and Jamie:Connect with Massiel Diez: Instagram | LinkedInConnect with Jamie Elrod: Instagram | LinkedInFollow FTB on Instagram | LinkedInJoin FTB NationIf your interested in working with us, please contact : flippingthebarrel@gmail.com To find out more about our sponsor TechnipFMC please visit: TechnipFMCTo find out more about our sponsor Varel Energy Solutions please visit: Varel Energy

Susan Lacz, principal and Chief Executive Officer of Ridgewells Catering,  joins me for today's episode of Notable Leaders' Radio! She's going to share powerful stories of what drives her and how that drive has built a successful and meaningful career.    She's a highly recognized leader and sought after speaker in the catering and special events industry.    When you look at Susan's impressive career,  journey and achievements, it would be easy to describe her as driven. However, Susan doesn't  agree with that. She attributes her passion for what she does and making a difference as her greatest motivator.   Tune in to hear her amazing story!   Guest Bio:   Susan Lacz, a recognized leader and sought-after speaker in the catering and special events industry, is Principal and Chief Executive Officer of Ridgewells Catering.  As an influential leader in the business community, she has been honored with the Washington Business Journal's Women Who Mean Business award and named to their Power 100 list. She has been a finalist for The Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Greater Washington Award and a recipient of the Brava! Award from SmartCEO Magazine.  Recognized for her charitable work, she was bestowed by Miriam's Kitchen with the Bowls of Compassion Award, the Greater Washington Board of Trade presented Susan and Ridgewells with its Golden Links Award, and Montgomery County's It Takes a Village Award.  Susan lives in Chevy Chase, Maryland and has two sons, Nathan and Ayden.   www.ridgewells.com   https://www.instagram.com/ridgewellsdc/    https://www.facebook.com/ridgewellsdc/   https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanlacz/  Belinda's Bio:    Belinda Pruyne is a sought-after Leadership Advisor, Coach, Consultant and Keynote speaker. She is a leading authority in guiding global executives, professionals and small business owners to become today's highly respected leaders.   She gained a wealth of expertise in the client services industry as Executive Vice President, Global Director of Creative Management at Grey Advertising, managing 500 people around the globe. With over 20+ years of leadership development experience, she brings industry-wide recognition to the executives and companies she works with. Whether a startup, turnaround, acquisition, or global corporation, executives and companies continue to turn to Pruyne for strategic and impactful solutions in a rapidly shifting economy and marketplace.    Website: Belindapruyne.com Email Address: hello@belindapruyne.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindapruyne  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NotableLeadersNetwork.BelindaPruyne/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/belindapruyne?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belindapruyne/ 

Welcome to the podcast – “Story-Pod with Nischala”. As part of this exclusive podcast, you can tune into stories with amazing people across the world. Through these stories, you will listen to ideas that matter, real-world insights and positive inspiration. As part of the series “The Shero Diaries”, our Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) Nischala Murthy Kaushik talks with influential and powerful women leaders from across the world. In each episode, we profile a corporate shero and you will hear about their personal life and career journey, choices and decisions which influenced them and reflections from these experiences. This podcast has 3 sections Know your shero – in which we talk about backstories around the influence of family, upbringing, education and your career journey. Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Skills - in which we talk unfiltered on how to build diverse and inclusive organizations. Rapid Fire – in which we hear quick and quirky responses from our featured shero. Our featured shero in this podcast Tandra Jackson In her current role she serves as the Vice Chair of Growth and Strategy at KPMG LLP. She is responsible for leading KPMG's Total Firm growth strategy, anticipating and responding to signals of change in the marketplace, and aligning the firm's investments in innovative new services and capabilities. A recognized leader in the Houston market and across the region, Tandra is the recipient of the 2019 Impact (Chairman's) Award by the National Black MBA Association; a 2019 Hall of Fame Inductee by the Greater Houston Women's Chamber of Commerce; 2018 Women Who Mean Business by the Houston Business Journal; 2017 Top 50 Influential Women in Houston by Houston Woman Magazine; 2017 Breakthrough Women by the Greater Houston Women's Chamber of Commerce; 2017 Women Worth Watching by Diversity Magazine. Passionate about making a difference in her community and society, Tandra is a member of Louisiana State University's Dean's Advisory Council and the Advisory Board of the National Association of Corporate Directors' Houston Chapter. She also serves on several non-profit boards including WomenCorporateDirectors; CEOs against Cancer; and the Houston Zoo, where she is the Audit Committee Chair. Tandra holds an M.B.A. in information systems from the University of Houston and a B.S. in accounting from Louisiana State University. Listen to this episode of the HFS Shero Diaries podcast with Tandra to Understand the importance of education - it offers credentials to get onto the table or chair you aspire to, builds relationships for life and helps develop a perspective on things. Realize it is to be self-aware as a individuals and leaders, as it helps in finding a long-term path that works for you based on your personal circumstances and professional responsibilities. Get insights on how to build a diverse and inclusive organization - intent, goals & number targets and accountability from the top really matters.

This week, we present two stories about respect in science — how we get it and how we keep it. Part 1: Meisa Salaita's brand-new PhD in chemistry isn't much help as she prepares to teach ninth-grade physics. Part 2: Early in her career, astronomer Jackie Faherty's work is stunned when a senior researcher eviscerates her work at a conference. Meisa Salaita has made it her mission to help others see and appreciate the beauty of science by making it a part of everyday cultural experiences. Through her work founding and directing the non-profit Science ATL, she spends her days bringing people together through the wonder of science by creating public science events like the Atlanta Science Festival. Meisa also writes, has produced radio stories, and hosted TV shows — all in the name of science. In addition to her work with Science ATL, Meisa is a producer for The Story Collider, a science storytelling podcast. Meisa has a Ph.D. in chemistry from Northwestern, and has been named by the Atlanta Business Chronicle as one of their "Women Who Mean Business" and by Atlanta Magazine as one of their "Women Making a Mark". Jackie Faherty is a senior scientist and senior education manager at the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH). Her research group entitled “Brown Dwarfs in New York City (BDNYC)” is at the forefront of low mass star, brown dwarf and giant exoplanet characterization studies. She is also co-founder of the successful citizen science project called “Backyard Worlds: Planet 9” which has involved over 150,000 volunteers in searches for previously missed cold components of the nearby solar neighborhood. Dr. Faherty has over 100 peer-reviewed papers in Astrophysical journals and has won numerous awards or grants from private and national foundations such as NASA and the NSF. She is also a regular science communicator having consulted on stories that ran in the NY Times, the Wall Street journal, NPR, and on national television. In her position at AMNH, Faherty strives to create more opportunities for underrepresented minorities to enter STEM through unique outreach endeavors.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cameron Normand is the host of The Stepmom Diaries podcast, co-founder of The Stepmom Summit, and founder and CEO of This Custom Life, where she provides stepmoms with tools and advice to help them embrace their blended family lives. She is a Certified Stepparent Coach, the creator of the BLENDED Family Formula For Stepmom Success, and author of The Stepmom's Gratitude Journal. Cameron received her BA from the University of South Carolina and her JD from Emory University School of Law. By day, she is a corporate politico in the Washington, D.C. area and serves on several non-profit boards. She was named one of the Washington Business Journal's, “Women Who Mean Business.” Cameron is known as “Cammie G” to four stepchildren. In her spare time, she loves pop culture, good coffee, spending time with her husband, and trying to achieve that elusive concept of “balance.”  I was so excited to have the opportunity, as I hae been wanting to include stepmoms in our conversations around Shameless Motherhood for some time now.  I'm so grateful to Cameron for her openness in this conversation.  Listen in to hear Cameron share: What it was like to become a stepmom to 4 kids, ages 8-14 - the speed bumps, the potholes, and the sinkholes The importance of recognizing that the blended family is born out of loss 1300+ stepfamilies form everyday - why it's important for us to recognize this as a society The struggle for stepmoms to fit into mom culture The importance of validation, compassion, and empathy for stepmoms Her advice for stepmoms who might be struggling Her BLENDED Family Formula of 7 steps to support stepmoms Common misconceptions about stepmoms and how to reframe them Links mentioned: Join my 2022 Plan & Prep Pajama Party Connect with Cameron  BLENDED Family Formula The Stepmom Diaries Podcast Stepfamily Magazine Insta: @this_custom_life and @stepmomdiariespodcast Cameron on Facebook Facebook group for stepmoms Cameron on Twitter  Thank you to our sponsor: Talkspace: To match with your perfect therapist for a fraction of the price of traditional therapy, go to talkspace.com, Make sure to use the code SHAMELESS to get $100 off your first month and show your support for the show.

If you're trying to wear all of the hats as a driven woman, entrepreneur, wife or mama AND still make time for yourself, this episode is for YOU!!!! Non-profit owner, former CEO + Brand + Business coach Allison Walsh has built multiple six figure coaching businesses WHILE maintaining an impactful, high level career in Corporate America + having a family!! From learning her secrets to prioritization to tips on building a powerful personal brand, in this episode you'll hear more about: Where clarity (and results) actually comes from! Why prioritization must be your top priority! Why every woman needs a personal brand! And the importance of not breaking promises with yourself! And so much more!! Allison Walsh is a seasoned executive, philanthropist, speaker, professional consultant, and Miss Florida 2006. A two-time CEO for national coaching firms, Allison has over 15 years of organizational leadership, mentorship, and coaching experience. Host of the She Believed She Could podcast and creator of the Savvy Girl online coaching community, Allison's platform strengthens the professional development and career advancement for women. Named in the Orlando Business Journal's 2021 Top 40 Under 40 and Women Who Mean Business, Allison is also a proud member of the Forbes Business Development Council. Allison has raised more than $2 million for eating disorder education and treatment through her 501(c)(3) nonprofit Helping Other People Eat (H.O.P.E.), and her philanthropic efforts have been featured in national news. She served as a Board Member for the National Eating Disorders Association. Links: Website: www.allisonwalshconsulting.com Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/allisonwalshconsulting/   For more info on the host, visit, www.rebeccacafiero.com and follow Rebecca on Instagram @rebeccacafiero !   Want a chance to win a $50 Gift Card? Click Here to leave a review on Apple Podcasts (hyperlink) Take a screenshot of your review! Email your screenshot to rebecca@rebeccacafiero.com   Let's connect on social media! Download your Sustainable Six Figure Blueprint  to help you Plan, prioritize and achieve your business, income + impact goals, you can serve more, earn more and live life more (without working more)!!

Naja chats with Cameron Normand, host of The Stepmom Diaries podcast, co-founder of The Stepmom Summit, and founder and CEO of This Custom Life, where she provides stepmoms with tools and advice to help them embrace their blended family lives. She is a Certified Stepparent Coach, the creator of the BLENDED Family Formula For Stepmom Success, and author of The Stepmom's Gratitude Journal. Cameron received her BA from the University of South Carolina and her JD from Emory University School of Law. By day, she is a corporate politico in the Washington, D.C. area and serves on several non-profit boards. She was named one of the Washington Business Journal's, “Women Who Mean Business.” Cameron is known as “Cammie G” to four stepchildren. In her spare time, she loves pop culture, good coffee, spending time with her husband, and trying to achieve that elusive concept of “balance.” You can find Cameron at www.thiscustomlife.com and follow her on social media at Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest.

Pediatric mental health was a top concern for many professionals, even prior to the pandemic. COVID-19 underscored that, and Dr. Baruch Williams seized the moment to leverage her passion for helping young people. In this episode, HBJ Managing Editor Jonathan Adams profiles Dr. Williams, one of our 2021 Women Who Mean Business honorees.

Allison Walsh is a seasoned executive, philanthropist, speaker, professional consultant, and Miss Florida 2006. A two-time CEO for national coaching firms, Allison has over 15 years of organizational leadership, mentorship, and coaching experience. She serves as Vice President of Business Development and Branding for Advanced Recovery Systems, a national provider and industry leader in behavioral healthcare. As host of the She Believed She Could and Dear Mind, You Matter podcasts, and the creator of impactful coaching programs, Allison focuses on helping women develop and leverage their personal brands personally and professionally to scale their businesses, careers, and influence while making an impact. Named in the Orlando Business Journal's 2021 Top 40 Under 40 and Women Who Mean Business, Allison is a proud member of Forbes Business Development Council, Dell Women's Entrepreneur Network, The Revenue Collective, and Orlando Business Journal's Leadership Trust. Allison has raised more than $2 million for eating disorder education and treatment through her 501(c)(3) nonprofit Helping Other People Eat (H.O.P.E.), and her philanthropic efforts have been featured in national news. She served as a Board Member for the National Eating Disorders Association, and currently serves on the boards of the Forevers Foundation, and Project Opioid.“You have to take your power back." – Allison WalshHighlights

Allison Walsh is a founder, seasoned healthcare executive, philanthropist, speaker, professional consultant, and Miss Florida 2006. A two-time CEO for national coaching firms, Allison has over 15 years of organizational leadership, mentorship, and coaching experience. She serves as Vice President of Business Development and Branding for Advanced Recovery Systems, a national provider and industry leader in behavioral healthcare. Host of the She Believed She Could podcast and creator of the Savvy Girl online coaching community, Allison's platform strengthens the professional development and career advancement for women. Named in the Orlando Business Journal's 2021 Top 40 Under 40 and Women Who Mean Business, Allison also served as a contributing editor for the Dove Digital Channel and is a proud member of Forbes Business Development Council, Dell Women's Entrepreneur Network, --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/diane-winbush/support

Nannette Ray was born at the height of the Civil Rights movement in Mississippi. Her mom was a single parent who worked several jobs and died when Nanette was in the ninth grade, which instilled in her the desire to make her mother proud. She went on to earn her MBA, own two Kids ‘R' Kids learning academies and to found and become president of TNR Advisors & Management Consultants, which helps many child care centers with financial decisions and planning.In this podcast, she describes the path that she and her husband took to becoming child care center owners and to helping other owners with the financial aspects of their businesses. A key part of that is looking forward rather than focusing only on the past.She discusses why she opted to open a franchised daycare versus an independent center as well as common mistakes she sees in how new owners operate child care centers, such as not operating with a budget.You can learn more about Nannette and her work to help businesses make data-driven decisions at www.tnraccounting.com!About Nanette: Nannette Ray recently received the Houston Business Journal's Women Who Mean Business award for 2021. As founder and president of TNR Advisors & Management Consultants, Nannette is responsible for measuring, managing and improving overall performance of the organization and day-to-day operations. She has successfully run various companies over the last 16 years and uses this knowledge to successfully perform as managing partner. She runs the business with her husband, Terrence Ray, who is a CPA and the company's vice president. Nannette is a mother of three who holds an undergraduate degree in accounting and information systems from the University of Texas at San Antonio and holds an MBA from St. Mary's University in San Antonio, Texas. Additional Resources:To get more insights on ways to succeed in your child care business, head over to our Resource Center at www.procaresoftware.com/resource-center.Contact Us:Have an idea for a podcast or want to be a guest? Email us at podcast@procaresoftware.com!

Leaning into the power of video with your social media strategy can make a massive difference for your brand and business. Customers and clients want to get to know the REAL you and Visibility Queen Crissy Conner teaches others how to do that confidently and consistently.In today's episode, we focused on:➡️ The power of visibility➡️ Why you need to become visible, even if you're an introvert➡️ Tips to show up authentically and confidently on video Memorable moments: 3:51: And when I knew that I could help someone grow their business, and when people started saying you've helped me so much, it added fuel to the fire and helped me become so much more visible because I know the power in it. 5:20: And the best way to market your business is to show up as yourself, show up and be genuine, be authentic, be messy sometimes, and just let people connect with you and be able to build that.6:46: People don't want perfection because perfection isn't relatable and there's no way that's how somebody is all the time.7:16:  It's not about you. It's about who you can serve.About Allison:Allison Walsh is a seasoned executive, philanthropist, speaker, professional coach and consultant, Miss Florida 2006, and mom of three. A two-time CEO for national coaching firms, Allison has over 15 years of organizational leadership, mentorship, and coaching experience. As host of the She Believed She Could and Dear Mind, You Matter podcasts, and the creator of impactful coaching programs, Allison focuses on helping women develop and leverage their personal brands personally and professionally to scale their businesses, careers, and influence while making an impact. Online, she focuses on female empowerment and motivation, goal setting, personal branding, and mindset mastery. Named in the Orlando Business Journal's 2021 Top 40 Under 40 and Women Who Mean Business, Allison is a frequent contributor to Forbes, a proud member of Forbes Business Development Council, Dell Women's Entrepreneur Network, The Revenue Collective, and Orlando Business Journal's Leadership Trust.Instagram -  @allisonwalshWebsite - www.allisonwalshconsulting.comAbout Crissy:Crissy Conner is a social media strategist, visibility expert, and founder of Visible, the inner circle of entrepreneurs ready to consistently increase their impact, relationships, and growth to become unforgettable to their audience. What began as a behind-the-scenes introvert, ran an agency to support clients with full-service social media, quickly turned into coaching others to break up with their comfort zones to get on video and become the face of their business. As The Visibility Queen, she runs free video challenges, 10-Day Visibility Explosion Bootcamps, and coaching to guide entrepreneurs to market their business the right way. Crissy leads by example pushing herself to do things like her "100 lives in July," diversifying her marketing, and being on multiple platforms all while doing the same things she asks of her Followers. Crissy's expertise revolves around organic/paid social media and strategy, marketing diversification, content creation, and creating systems to explode your visibility to work smarter not harder. She works with a wide range of aspiring side hustlers, six and seven-figure brands all wanting to create an impact. She is also the co-host of Queen Con, a female business conference, and The Social Media, Sales, Sex & Why You Don't Suck Podcast.Instagram - @crissy.conner.creates Tik Tok - @crissyconner Website - https://thevisibilityqueen.com/Book recommendation: https://amzn.to/3tSiohP 

Validating your value and worth as person before you measure your work accomplishments and progress.ABOUT JENJen has worn many hats in her life, from insurance underwriter to professional dancer to the founder of a charity. This journey took her from a cubicle in Philadelphia to White House guest, and includes a flag being flown in her honor in Kandahar Air Field, Afghanistan. She has also been a nominee for “Woman of the Year” by San Diego Magazine and “Women Who Mean Business” by the San Diego Business Journal. Throughout her rollercoaster life, Jen has learned the difference between what it means to be successful and what it means to be happy. She is best known for her talks on gratitude, resilience, and reinventing yourself in this ever-changing world.CONNECT WITH JENNIFERLinkedInSTART YOUR 3-DAY WEEKEND JOURNEYEmployees, Side-Hustlers, Freelancers, Solopreneurs, Business Owners, Executives, and Everyone in between can start creating a 3-Day Weekend or similar Lifestyle.3-Day Weekend Club can help you get started for free.It's a community of people working to create their 3-Day Weekend or similar lifestyle.You can create your 3-Day Weekend Game PlanThen decide if you'll follow the Employee track or the Entrepreneur track.Join Now or check out the other resources below.3-DAY WEEKEND CLUB LINKSEmail Updates, Free Online Courses, Subscribe to the Podcast, Social Media & MoreGo to the Links Page

Janie and I had so much in common! This conversation went into very deep areas, including toxic relationships, therapy, trauma, and more. How do these things come out in relationships and how can we use it to move us to higher levels? We talk about all these things - enjoy!    Key Takeaways: Healing is the new sexy Everyone has a story   About Dr. Janie: Dr. Janie Lacy, LMHC, NCC, CSAT-S is a Licensed Relationship Trauma Psychotherapist who has over fifteen years of experience working with those who have unsuccessfully tried to break free from their toxic relationship patterns. By addressing the root issue of their suffering, Janie creates breakthrough experiences from the inside out, allowing her clients to finally find peace within themselves they have so desperately longed for in life. She is a nationally recognized expert in the field of relationship trauma. Janie has been featured on Good Morning America, CNN|HLN, ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC to name a few. She is also a faculty member with the International Institute of Trauma and Addiction Professionals and an entrepreneur who took her counseling business from a solo practice to a group specialty practice. Her accolades and awards include: Orlando Business Journal's 2021 "Women Who Mean Business", Onyx Magazine's 2020 “Woman on the Move,” Orlando Magazine's 2019 “Women of the Year” and African American Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida 2018 “Enterprise Business of the Year.” Janie is the host of her syndicated VoiceAmerica Show called “Let's Talk About It with Janie Lacy” which can be found on iHeart, iTunes, Alexa, Spotify, and Spreaker. Janie helps women overcome toxic relationships. She's the creator of Woman Redeemed, an intensive experiential group experience that uses proven therapy strategies to start women on their healing journey. After experiencing the devastating trauma of her eldest sister leaving a domestic violent relationship resulting in her murder. Janie uses her experience and expertise to help others break patterns of toxic love.   Where to Find Dr. Janie: https://www.janielacy.com/ https://lifecounselingsolutions.com/ https://www.womanredeemed.com/   Check out the Woman Redeemed Programs - 12 Week Groups, Retreat Weekend, Conference, & Course   Where to Find Tamra: I'd love to get to know you. Website Free Facebook Group Facebook Instagram TEXT Me at

On this week's episode, luxury footwear brand creator, Angela Scott of The Office of Angela Scott, joins Tracy to discuss the relentless pursuit of her calling in life and why she is compelled to heed the call. Angela's story is one of true entrepreneurial grit. Starting from childhood, she was raised in the foster care system due to their mother's schizophrenia diagnosis. Angela used these challenging childhood experiences to her benefit, and capitalized on her ability to persevere, and forged ahead into an entrepreneurial vision by surrounding herself with mentors and allies who helped her stay the course and keep her business tracking.  Angela also shares how she funded her business and the importance of asking for help and being vulnerable in business. Finally, she reviews the key learnings she has discovered thus far in her journey and her love for creating shoes and empowering Women Who Mean Business.™ Stay tuned for this truly inspiring entrepreneurial powerhouse interview!   IN THIS EPISODE: [02:46] A look into Angela's childhood. [05:02] Growing up as part of the foster care system because of Angela's mother's schizophrenia. [09:48] Angela always had an entrepreneurial spirit as she worked hard from a young age. [16:45] Angela's journey into adulthood feeling that fashion was in her DNA. [22:06] How Angela pivoted from working at Neiman Marcus to opening The Office of Angela Scott. [31:06] Angela's juicy tip for entrepreneurs who are just starting out. [38:19] Where Angela envisions her business for the future. [40:31] The first famous person Angela noticed wearing her shoes. [43:11] How Angela is attempting to bring the traditional craftsmanship of her shoes to the current world and introducing it to women who have not had access to this quality of craftsmanship. [48:24] Is there anything Angela sees in hindsight that she'd go back to and coach herself differently in her journey?   KEY TAKEAWAYS: From a young age, Angela understood what the meaning of hard work meant, knowing that if she wanted to have experiences in life, she had to work for them.   Fashion was always a big part in Angela's life. Before she knew fashion was going to be her career, she knew she was going to work hard in order to be able to buy fashion pieces. Angela's first mentor helped give her insight on how hard she should work toward her goals while doing it with elegance and intention. Angela took her lowest paying job ever at Neiman Marcus, because she knew that's what she needed to do in order for her to understand the fashion industry. The Office of Angela Scott is no longer just a shoe brand. It's a business of curating, understanding and being a platform for other women. It's a collective of powerhouse women who wear her product, identify her story with their own personal brand, and empowers working women to own their stories.    CONNECT WITH US: Find Angela on Instagram and at  Theofficeofangelascott.com Check out our website, Potential to Powerhouse, for more details and to learn about past, present, and future guests. Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter, and join our Facebook Community for a deeper connection with the P2P community. Grab your free copy of our guide, 4 Daily Habits Essential to Becoming a POWERHOUSE Entrepreneur.  Share the love! If you know a female Powerhouse who could benefit from hearing the hard-earned lessons and success stories shared by women who have been there, share our content and follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform. And don't forget to subscribe to our show and leave a rating and review!  Until next time… High Five! P.S. In need of some inspiration? Looking for insightful advice from fellow women entrepreneurs? Browse through past episodes of the Potential to Powerhouse Podcast featuring such high-profile, high-performing female leaders as Lauren Frances, Christie Hefner, Katherine Power, and Desirée Rogers. 

These women mean serious business! Priscilla McKinney, Michelle Billionis, Stephanie O'Connor, Carrie Richardson and Melody Savley share their leadership lessons with 417 Magazine in this tell-all Q&A. From meaningful moments in their career development to challenges and future plans, each woman offers her unique experience and perspective to inspire others. 417 Magazine Panel Members Priscilla McKinney, Momma Bird and CEO of Little Bird Marketing https://www.linkedin.com/in/priscillamckinney/ Michelle Billionis, Owner, Co-Owner Coffee Ethic, The Cherry Picker Package + Fare https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-billionis-042aa375/ Stephanie O'Connor, Vice President - Chief Information and People Officer at City Utilities https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-o-connor-4b07493/ Carrie Richardson, Executive Director of Leadership Springfield https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-richardson/ Melody Savley, Co-owner and Chief Pharmacy Officer of Alps Pharmacy https://www.linkedin.com/in/melody-savley-83713468/ Logan Aguirre, Publisher at 417 Magazine https://www.linkedin.com/in/logan-aguirre-b1587570/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest, Patty Farmer, is a whiz at everything marketing, media, and money! In this episode, she shares so many really insightful tips and ways to get your course (or other product or service) out there in front of the right people. I learned so much from Patty, and I know you will, too.Resources and Related LinksMarketing, Media, & Money MagazineMarketing, Media, & Money PodcastMarketing, Media, & Money FREE AssessmentJoin the Make Money with Courses Facebook group About Patty FarmerPatty Farmer is an award-winning Marketing & Media Strategist, International Speaker, Podcast Host, Magazine Publisher, Event Producer and Best-Selling Author specializing in Marketing & Media Strategies and works with small business owners, entrepreneurs, and speakers to attract and convert their ideal clients so they can make a BIG impact in the world, and even bigger deposits in their bank account. She has created a network of 100,000 + connections while teaching thousands of entrepreneurs to connect, collaborate and convert in less time and make more money while designing the lifestyle they want to live. Patty believes we all have a message, and her mission is to help them master, market and monetize that message in a way that creates transformation for both them and their clients and to make their marketing profitable…NOT painful.Patty has been seen on the covers of magazines such as Accomplish, Unleash Your Bold, Be the Boss, Women Who Mean Business and EXPERTpreneur. She was recently awarded the “Global Business Strategist of the Year” by the Global Powerhouse Group in London, England, named #3 in the “Top Ten Media Speakers You Need to Know” and awarded the “International Speaker of the Year” by the Public Speakers Association”.About Donna AshtonDonna Ashton is a consultant, speaker & online course expert. She built her freedom lifestyle business using her Work Less Make More formula. She's taught hundreds of others how to create & market profitable programs that allow time for family, travel and that impact the world.Her mission is to teach you how you can easily take the process you already have and make money with a course in your business to create a Freedom Lifestyle.Whether you're running a full coaching practice, a busy agency, are speaking or just slammed with family and life – adding digital products creates leveraged income, without more work for you.Take the Create Your Course Quiz to see if your business is ready for an online course! > createyourcoursequiz.com

Today’s episode is a real goodie, I’m speaking to Angela Scott about her namesake brand From The Office of Angela Scott. Founded a decade ago for Women Who Mean Business,™ The Office of Angela Scott is more than just a luxury footwear brand, it represents the collective power of all women. A perfect trifecta, The Office of Angela Scott is a woman-owned, woman-run and woman-funded brand designed to pave the way for professional women, one beautiful shoe at a time.But Angela’s story isn’t one of overnight success, she’s been grinding away and she shares so openly and honestly that it was only 2 years ago she felt a true inflection point where everything started to just click. This is an episode about that relentless pursuit and conviction about what you’re doing in the world and why you’re doing it. We speak about how she’s funded the business and why it’s important to ask for help and turn to the people around you, and some of her key learnings from along the way. Like the power of truly understanding your customer and putting them at the forefront of everything you do.LINKS WE MENTION:The Office Of Angela Scott's Website The Office of Angela Scott's InstagramThe Office of Angela Scott's FacebookFemale Startup Club's InstagramIn partnership with Klaviyo, the best email marketing tool for ecommerce businesses.Podcast: The New York Times – The Daily hosted by Michael BarbaroListener Research: hello@femalestartupclub.com 

In this podcast, I spend some time speaking with wealth management industry expert, Brittain Prigge, about the role of communication and expectations with wealthy families. We both agree that broadening communication within wealthy families is the surest way to reduce the risk of wealth destruction across generations. Brittain brings many real world examples and wisdom to this important topic. She has unique insight into the art of getting these (often difficult) conversations started and how to keep them productive. BRITTAIN PRIGGE, CFA is BALENTINE'S President and Head of Relationship Management. Balentine is the Atlanta-based RIA with over $2B in AUM. A founding partner, Brittain also sits on the Management Committee, helping steer the strategic direction of the firm. In 2014, Brittain was named one of the Top 100 Women Financial Advisers by the Financial Times in its inaugural list, and in 2020 Atlanta Business Chronicle honored Brittain as a Women Who Mean Business honoree. As a reminder this conversation is for educational purposes and is not investment advice- enjoy the conversation- there are lots of useful points here. Your Background What are the misconceptions around discussing Wealth in the Family? Is this a one-time event or more of a culture that needs to be built? Importance of Alignment at the Head of The Family- The Danger of Assumptions The Importance of Historical Context Immigrants / or Natives? Birth order / Blended Families? How Do You Start the Conversation? Example Questions:  Defining wealthy Legacy: Who are you beyond your wealth? How do you wish to be remembered? Defining Legacy: Who are we beyond wealth? What features/values do we want to persist? Other Questions- Documenting Legacy:  There is no ONE way to do it Letter of Wishes Personal Histories Creativity- Video, Social Media tools Include Detail Timing?  Family meetings? How Often?  Where?  Who has input?  Who is moderating? Education- how do you make sure everyone starts out from the same place? Preparing for Asymmetries of Knowledge, Interest, Attention Dealing with Conflict Complex Family Systems Siblings- dealing with baggage, galvanizing for the future Blended Families- Unique Issues In-Laws- Bringing together Diverse Backgrounds, Making them Involved Ultimately the most difficult question: Fair vs Equal How do we stay in touch with you and follow what Balentine is doing in the space? BALENTINE.COM BRITTAIN PRIGGE https://www.amazon.com/Wealth-Actually-Intelligent-Decision-Making-1-ebook/dp/B07FPQJJQT/

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Kathy Hollinger, President, and CEO of the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), who has been recognized as one of the Most Influential Minorities in Cable and honored by Washington Business Journal as one of 20 Women Who Mean Business. Kathy shares how she has been able to create a positive culture within the community even during the pandemic.Highlights:How Kathy Hollinger’s Persian Heritage provided a solid foundation on family, respect, and leadership.What and why Kathy Hollinger and her husband chose Washington DC over other places.What Kathy Hollinger learned through her experiences in the DC government.How did Kathy Hollinger learn to separate politics from personal life and how it affected her decision-making.Kathy Hollinger’s transition from politics to the region’s restaurant association.What are Kathy Hollinger’s steps to ensure a win-win situation for the industry during the pandemic.Kathy Hollinger’s thoughts on the industry’s future.Also mentioned in this episode:Dr. Charlene Drew Jarvis, American educator, and former scientific researcher and politicianAdrian Fenty, Former Mayor of District of Columbia, DCVincent Gray, Former Mayor of District of Columbia, DCConnect with Kathy Hollinger:Kathy Hollinger on TwitterKathy Hollinger on LinkedInConnect with Mahan Tavakoli:MahanTavakoli.comMore information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: PartneringLeadership.com

Today's guest is Jennifer Ables. Jen has worn many hats in her life, from insurance underwriter to professional dancer to the founder of a charity. This journey took her from a cubicle in Philadelphia to White House guest, and includes a flag being flown in her honor in Kandahar Air Field, Afghanistan.Her work has been featured on ABC, KUSI, and the CW as well as the San Diego Union Tribune. Jen was invited to attend the inaugural White House Summit on “The United State of Women” as a Changemaker. She has also been a nominee for “Woman of the Year” by San Diego Magazine and “Women Who Mean Business” by the San Diego Business Journal. She was the recipient of the Inspiration Award from the Center for Wealth & Legacy, has been recognized for Outstanding Service by the California State Senate. Throughout her rollercoaster life, Jen has learned the difference between what it means to be successful and what it means to be happy. She is best known for her talks on gratitude, resilience, and reinventing yourself in this ever-changing world. Audiences enjoy her interactive presentation style, as they leave the feeling motivated to take action after gaining a better understanding of how they want to show up in the world.We talk about how to reinvent yourself, what inspired to start her nonprofit, how she recovered from her injury, and what she has learned from her dance career. Her website https://jenables.com/

Kenya Gipson also known as “Coach Kenya” somehow knew since she was 5 years old how she was going to work in radio, how she was going to work in New York and also be one of the biggest talk radio personalities in the country which some may ask how did she know that then?! The myronic story Kenya shares in this episode is full of twists and turns as her young dream became a reality but definitely not the way she expected!! As you will hear, Kenya went through some major trials and tribulations, however her strong faith in God is what helped her through those difficult times. As you listen, pay attention to the many myronies as Kenya and Alysha laugh over the humor of God because when you hear how Kenya got her big break in radio, it is definitely not what you would think but it was Kenya's path nonetheless and she is so thankful for every step :) About the Guest: Kenya Gipson's (Coach Kenya) path to health and wellness was born from her own personal struggles of balancing a healthy lifestyle as a busy parent and entrepreneur.Kenya is the host of Power Move on Passage to Profit on iHeartRadio. As a Lifestyle and Wellness Influencer she is certified through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Motivated by exercise science, research and a means to find an effective way to train the mind and body she created E.A.S.E. (Energizing,Active,Strengh,Exercise). Kenya is an Athleta Brandambassor, has been featured on the Today Show and has been recognized as one of New York's "Women Who Mean Business.”About the Host: Alysha Myronuk is the creator of the fun new word of myrony (my+irony) which are the crazy coincidences that happen in life we can't explain and is also another word for sign/synchronicity. Her life was fairly normal until she got into a car accident that triggered fibromyalgia at the age of 18 and had to deal with that very painful chronic condition along with many other life challenges including loss of both parents, marriage, divorce, suicide thoughts/attempt, alcohol/prescription drug abuse/addiction and a full hysterectomy by the time she was 35. Alysha's strong spiritual connection and tenacity is what helped her through some very dark days. However, it's actually thanks to those days that allowed her to connect to her superpower that she calls her “Spiritual Spidey Sense”. She now shares her new concept hosting “That's Myrony” Podcast along with her spiritual coaching business “My Myrony” Mentoring where she uses her psychic gift of “knowing” also known as claircognizance to help her clients through Intuitive “Soul Sessions” with her “Unlock Your Blocks” Program which helps release at a soul level what they need to move forward and create the life they truly desire all with a little myrony! So if you are feeling overwhelmed or stuck & would like to have a FREE 30 minute Intuitive “Soul Session” so Alysha can uncover some of your blocks & maybe even discover the name for your inner SUPERPOWER then please click the link to schedule a call! www.ThatsMyrony.com/my-myrony-mentorinTo learn more about “That's Myrony” Podcast, “My Myrony” Mentoring or to follow on Social Media:Website: www.ThatsMyrony.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/AlyshaMyronukThanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to my podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section...

This week on Talk Recovery Radio Dr. Louise Stanger Author of "Addiction in the Family: Helping Families Navigate Challenges, Emotions, and Recovery" About the Book: A practical and supportive guide for families struggling with addiction Get compassionate guidance that shows you how to navigate the unique challenges faced when a family member is suffering from a substance use disorder (SUD). Addiction in the Family helps you better understand what your loved one is going through while also offering realistic advice for approaching their addiction and how it affects your entire family. Drawing on Dr. Louise Stanger's years of experience as an SUD and family trauma clinician, Addiction in the Family allows you to take things at your own pace and concentrate on the areas where you need the most help. Whether it's finding ways to help your loved one, concentrating on your own self-care, or starting the healing and recovery journey, you'll find practical and thoughtful guidance. Addiction in the Family is: Family-focused―Get advice that addresses the dynamics and challenges of dealing with a partner, child, or other family member who is suffering from SUD. Practical and hopeful―Learn how to set boundaries, deal with strong emotions, and find addiction treatment options, as well as the best ways to communicate with a loved one compassionately and honestly. Filled with real-life examples―Realize that you aren't alone thanks to composite anecdotes―drawn from Dr. Louise's practice―that help you contextualize your experiences. About Dr. Stanger: Dr. Louise Stanger focuses on strength-based solutions and invitational change Dr. Louise is an Ivy League Award winner (2019 Interventionist of the Year from DB Resources in London and McLean Hospital – an affiliate of Harvard), educated social worker, popular author, internationally renowned clinician, interventionist and speaker and an expert on mental health, addiction, process disorders and chronic pain. She gets to the heart of the matter in helping families because she's passionate about bringing hope and healing to loved ones. When you call, you won't have to go through any intermediaries. She will pick up the phone and talk directly with you. Dr. Louise developed and refined her invitational method of mental health and substance abuse interventions using the well-established research methodology of portraiture. She has performed thousands of family interventions throughout the United States and abroad. She has received numerous awards for her years of dedication to the fields of intervention & recovery. In addition to her years of experience, Dr. Louise is a published author whose work covers a range of topics including mental health, substance abuse, and well-being, the opioid epidemic, marijuana and other drugs, parenting, high wealth clients, finding happiness, spirituality, failure to launch, chronic pain and pain management, family and many more. Her latest book, Addiction in the family: Helping Families Navigate Challenges,Emotions and Recovery (2020) is a #1 bestseller on Amazon. Her book Falling Up: A Memoir of Renewal is available on Amazon. Dr. Louise is also known for lively, informative, customized and invigorating trainings for staffs, families and clients. Foundations Recovery Network's Moments of Change Conference proclaimed Dr. Stanger the “Fan Favorite Speaker.” In addition, the San Diego Business Journal listed her as one of the top 10 “Women Who Mean Business” and she was ranked as one of the top 10 Interventionists in the Country. In 2017, she received the Dr. Joseph P. Galleta Spirit of Recovery Award and the DB Resources in London Journalism Award. In 2018, she was honored by the Forgiving Foundation and spoke in London on World Drug Day in June. She also received the 2018 Friendly House Excellence In Service Award and continues to inspire change. Visit Dr. Stanger's: Facebook Page    Website  

Welcome to another episode of Make Sh*t Happen and today ill be sitting down via Zoom with Nancy Almodovar. Nancy is the President and CEO of Nan and Company Properties, thrives in the world of luxury real estate on innovation, professionalism, and ambition. With over fifteen years of experience and certification as an International Property Specialist, Almodovar has soared to the top of the industry with a company driven by customer service and client satisfaction. Almodovar launched Nan and Company Properties in 2014 from her kitchen table and has since filled a gap in the Houston marketplace for premier luxury real estate services including leasing, sales, and buying. Almodovar is an alumnus of the University of Houston Bauer College of Business and continued her personal development and business education with the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business program. Her industry expertise and growing success have garnered local and national recognition. Almodovar has been recognized as Houston Business Journal’s #1 Real Estate Agent in Luxury, an outstanding leader in real estate as part of “Women Who Mean Business” in 2017 and has been named the national winner of the 2018 Enterprising Women of the Year Award in Miami. Almodovar was also named Top Residential Real Estate professional by Houston Business Journal in 2017 and featured in Twenty Under Forty Rising Stars in Real Estate by the Houston Business Journal in 2016. She is a proud recipient of the HBJ's Houston's Top 48 Most Admired CEOs of 2018.2019 was a big year for her, with The Nan New Home Specialist Team being awarded Top Residential Real Estate Professionals by the HBJ, Nan and Company Properties being awarded the global Christie's International Real Estate Affiliate of the Year award, and her company also being named one of HBJ's Largest Houston-Area Residential Brokerages by Sales Volume. For four consecutive years, HBJ has named Nan and Company Properties as one of the best places to work in Houston. In 2020, The Nan New Homes Specialist Team was named Best Realtor Team by the Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA). Almodovar was also named Managing Broker of The Year in 2020 by Houston Agent Magazine. This goes to show if you put your mind to it you can turn dreams into reality and the sky's the limit, now if you feel this was a great episode and someone or yourself gained from this please let me know by leaving a comment. Also, you can follow me on Instagram/ Youtube Page @lifeofsupersammyz. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sammyz/message

Born in Hong Kong, raised in England and now residing in Los Angeles, Didi Wong is an Award-Winning International Keynote Speaker, TV Producer, Business Mentor, Best-Selling Author, and Angel Investor. Didi is the CEO of The Yes Academy, a results-driven educational mentorship program for entrepreneurs. She was given the highest level award “Women of the Decade for Entrepreneurship and Venture Capital” from the Women Economic Forum as well as an award of Achievements, Recognition and Excellence by the National Council of Women from the Egyptian Government. She has also been honored to speak at the Global Entrepreneurship Initiative at the United Nations and she was the resident speaker on the Think and Grow Rich Legacy World Tour 2019. Didi was given the Certificate of Recognition by Mayor Eric Garcetti of Los Angeles for helping women entrepreneurs succeed. She is featured in the article "Women Who Mean Business" in the current March issue of Oprah Magazine. In Fall of 2020, she will be knighted as "Lady Didi" where she will join the Royal Order of Constantine the Great and St. Helen of Spain to further the Royal initiatives both domestically and internationally.

Jennifer Ables has worn many hats in her life, from insurance underwriter to professional dancer to the founder of a charity. This journey took her from a cubicle in Philadelphia to White House guest, and includes a flag being flown in her honor in Kandahar Air Field, Afghanistan. Her work has been featured on ABC, KUSI, and the CW as well as the San Diego Union Tribune. Jen was invited to attend the inaugural White House Summit on “The United State of Women” as a Changemaker. She has also been a nominee for “Woman of the Year” by San Diego Magazine and “Women Who Mean Business” by the San Diego Business Journal. She was the recipient of the Inspiration Award from the Center for Wealth & Legacy, and has been recognized for Outstanding Service by the California State Senate. Jennifer joins the show to share details on her decision to leave Corporate America to pursue her passion and true calling. She also discusses the difference between what it means to be successful and what it means to be happy, reinventing yourself in this ever-changing world, her organization that taught Veteran Amputees how to Salsa, and her inspirational team building events.

Patty Farmer is an award-winning Marketing & Media Strategist, Coach, and Business Consultant, International Speaker, Podcast Host, Magazine Publisher, and Event Producer located in Dallas, Texas. Patty works with service-based entrepreneurs, small business owners, coaches, and speakers to identify their zone of genius, their target buyers, gain massive visibility, and to package their knowledge into products and services while positioning them in the marketplace to maximize sales.Patty has created a network of 100,000 + connections while teaching thousands of entrepreneurs to connect, collaborate, and convert in less time and make more money while designing the lifestyle they want to live.Patty is passionate about helping her clients attract and convert their ideal clients so they can make a big impact in the world, and bigger deposits in their bank account and to master their marketing, leverage the media, and monetize their business in a way that creates transformation for both them and their clients and her mission is to help make your marketing profitable… not painful.Patty has been seen on the covers of magazines such as Accomplish, Unleash Your Bold, Be the Boss, Women Who Mean Business, and EXPERTpreneur. She was awarded the “Global Business Strategist of the Year” by the Global Powerhouse Group in London, England, named #3 in the “Top Ten Media Speakers You Need to Know” and awarded the “International Speaker of the Year” by the Public Speakers Association”.On a personal note, Patty is married to her best friend and the love of her life and together they have raised six daughters. Patty believes that raising her daughters is the inspiration (and fortitude) that led to her passion and purpose of working with women and teaching them to empower themselves, own their voice, trust their gut, and believe in their heart that they can achieve anything they are willing to work for.Her motto is “Lead with contribution and compensation will follow” and her mission is to teach women that relationships are the currency in today’s business environment and the key is collaboration over competition and to choose to live your life by design and with an abundance mindset.To Learn Morewww.PattyFarmer.comwww.MarketingMediaMoney.com Grab your FREE lifetime subscription to the magazine here.www.PattyFarmer.com/M3Podcasts Listen to the Marketing, Media, & Money Podcast here.Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/patty-farmer-marketing-media-and-money-serve-first

Hear how these Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Business Owners were inspired to create a product line that launched a NEW market category while making people feel good about themselves... and learn how they got their product into one of the largest global big box retailers in the world.  Do you want to know what the most important elements of working with a global retailer is?  Are you curious about where to start regarding manufacturing overseas, this episode will give you some amazing tips! Lisa Harrington and Kimberly Martinez of Bonitas International and their newest company Bondy Worldwide, share insights about: Raising Capital Managing Cash Flow Having Remote Teams Working with Large Corporations Navigating Crisis ...and what the most important, critical skill is that is necessary to do so  Plus, they share their biggest pieces of advice around business, success and taking time for yourself.   RealTalk moment:  Listen to them share how their fear of Covid-19 wiping out their business inspired creativity, innovation and a whole new company (while their legacy business actually thrived and grew through the pandemic!).   There is SO MUCH valuable information, insights and relatable laughs.  If you are serious about growing and scaling your business, you won’t want to miss this episode.     Episode Guests: Lisa Harrington Kimberly Martinez Companies: Bonitas International Social:  @BooJeeBeads   Bondy World Social:  @bondyworld   Kimberly’s LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmartinez1/  Link to Kimberly’s book Women Who Mean Business:  https://www.amazon.com/Worlds-Leading-Women/e/B008DGBCO6?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1599734005&sr=8-1   Lisa’s LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-harrington-6b912830/    We'd love to hear from you!  If there are topics or burning issues that you'd love to hear about, or if you would like to be considered as a guest on the RealTalk Podcast with Maureen Borzacchiello, just shoot us a note:  podcast@maureenborza.com or complete this short questionnaire:    https://programs.maureenborza.com/   

Kellee Webb, Chief Human Resources Officer of Cenikor, stops in to discuss the journey from small town girl with limited prospects to becoming Houston Business Journal's Women Who Mean Business in 2020.Kellee opens up about struggling to break free from family and social pressures in the small town she grew up in and her unpredictable path into Human Resources that began by taking a one day temp job filing paperwork after being fired for the first time.Kellee's story is one of overcoming abuse and hardships and learning to rely on her work ethic as well as the support of her husband Ron and the friends they made along their journey. Ever competitive, Kellee discusses how her pursuit of happiness involves running half marathons, CrossFit training and her recent interest in power-lifting. Not one to waiting for something to materialize, Kellee blazes a path in life that she hopes inspires other people to overcome hardships.

It's always a treat to bring people into the studio that I really admire. It's even more delicious to bring in people that totally inspire and oh, by the way, they're good friends. A little love-fest on Industry Night today with NBC4 anchor, Eun Yang and Salt & Sundry creator, Amanda McClements. During our time on air, Eun shared her fascinating story as a young Asian women in the DC news world (she also fan-girled all over Amanda) & Amanda took us through her vision of Salt & Sundry and its expansion that now includes Little Leaf and The Sun Room.

Dr. Louise Stanger focuses on strength-based solutions and invitational changeDr. Stanger is an Ivy League Award winner (2019 Interventionist of the Year from DB Resources in London and McLean Hospital – an affiliate of Harvard), educated social worker, popular author, internationally renowned clinician, interventionist and speaker and an expert on mental health, addiction, process disorders and chronic pain. She gets to the heart of the matter in helping families because she’s passionate about bringing hope and healing to loved ones.When you call, you won’t have to go through any intermediaries. She will pick up the phone and talk directly with you.Dr. Stanger developed and refined her invitational method of mental health and substance abuse interventions using the well-established research methodology of portraiture. She has performed thousands of family interventions throughout the United States and abroad. She has received numerous awards for her years of dedication to the fields of intervention & recovery.In addition to her years of experience, Dr. Louise is a published author whose work covers a range of topics including mental health, substance abuse, and well-being, the opioid epidemic, marijuana and other drugs, parenting, high wealth clients, finding happiness, spirituality, failure to launch, chronic pain and pain management, family and many more. Her book Falling Up: A Memoir of Renewal is available on Amazon and Learn To Thrive-An Intervention Guidebook through Routledge Press.Dr. Louise is also known for lively, informative, customized and invigorating trainings for staffs, families and clients. Foundations Recovery Network’s Moments of Change Conference proclaimed Dr. Stanger the “Fan Favorite Speaker.” In addition, the San Diego Business Journal listed her as one of the top 10 “Women Who Mean Business” and she was ranked as one of the top 10 Interventionists in the Country. In 2017, she received the Dr. Joseph P. Galleta Spirit of Recovery Award and the DB Resources in London Journalism Award. In 2018, she was honored by the Forgiving Foundation and spoke in London on World Drug Day in June. She also received the 2018 Friendly House Excellence In Service Award and continues to inspire change.To learn more about Dr. Stanger, visit https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/about-dr-stanger/To learn more about Rob Lohman, visit www.LiftedFromTheRut.com

Anna is CEO at Crowe PR, and has spent more than two decades working for large, noticeable brands in New York and Southern California. She also runs the San Diego chapter of a female focused organization, Changemaker Chats. She has received many recognitions, such as PR Team of the Year, 40 Under 40 Business Leaders, and Women Who Mean Business. Connect with Anna on LinkedIn.Connect with Billy and Chatfunnels!Billy on LinkedIn and Twitter.Chatfunnels on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.Comment on our social media using the #digitalconversations for the chance to win some ChatFunnels Swag!Check out our blog to sign up for a FREE 14 day trial of of bot platform!

Josie Morgan is the Director of Marketing & Administration at BoyarMiller, a law firm in Houston, Texas. For over two years she has been leading their strategic marketing activities and overseeing daily administrative operations for the entire firm of just under 50 people. She is an experienced business development leader with more than 12 years in professional services and the legal industry. In 2017, Josie was named to the “Women to Watch” category in the Houston Business Journal’s “Women Who Mean Business” awards that recognizes professional women for career achievement, contribution to a company and city success, community involvement and leadership. An accomplished public speaker, she has been selected to present at national industry conventions. Josie is passionate about giving back to the Houston community through her continued service with the Junior League for over 13 years where she has held many leadership roles, including serving on their board of directors. She is active in the Legal Marketing Association Houston City Group and has led the local chapter and chaired several committees. Additionally, Josie is currently on the board of directors of Young Audiences of Houston and is a member of the Hermann Park Conservancy and the Asante Society at the Houston Zoo. A graduate of Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, Josie holds a BBA in Organizational Business and a BA in Psychology. She is a mom to young two boys and a native Texan. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freeman-means-business/support

President and CEO of Nan and Company Properties, thrives in the world of luxury real estate on innovation, professionalism and ambition. With over fourteen years of experience and certification as an International Property Specialist, Almodovar has soared to the top of the industry with a company driven by customer service and client satisfaction. Almodovar launched Nan and Company Properties in 2014 from her kitchen table and has since filled a gap in the Houston marketplace for premier luxury real estate services including leasing, sales, and buying. Almodovar is an alumnus of the University of Houston Bauer College of Business and continued her personal development and business education with the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business program. Her industry expertise and growing success has garnered local and national recognition. Almodovar has been recognized as Houston Business Journal’s #1 real estate agent in luxury, an outstanding leader in real estate as part of “Women Who Mean Business” in 2017, and has been named the national winner of the 2018 Enterprising Women of the Year Award in Miami. This past year and in years prior, Houston Business Journal has named Nan and Company Properties as one of the best places to work in Houston. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/liana-zavo/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/liana-zavo/support

Deena James is the President & Co-Founder of Cowell James Forge Insurance Group. Prior to this founding, Deena served for 4 years as president of Krueger & James. She is passionate about providing world-class service and peace of mind to clients and instilling a sense of shared mission and quality to everyone on her team. Deena was honored in 2014 by Thinking Bigger Business Media with the  “25 Under 25” award, which recognizes the impact of Kansas City businesses with fewer than 25 employees. In 2013 the Kansas City Business Journal named her one of 25  “Women Who Mean Business,” an award for successful female entrepreneurs, corporate officials and other leaders in the for-profit sector. Past President of the KCI Rotary Club, Deena is Vice President for the North Kansas City Business Council and a Board Member for the Northland Regional Chamber of Commerce. She serves as secretary of the board for Angel Flight Central, a nonprofit organization that provides free air travel for people facing a medical emergency. She also is active in the Helzberg Entrepreneurial Mentoring Program. Deena holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Central Oklahoma and is a Certified Insurance Counselor. Married for more than 40 years, Deena and her husband have three grown children and seven grandchildren. She describes

It's always a treat to bring people into the studio that I really admire. It's even more delicious to bring in people that totally inspire and oh, by the way, they're good friends. A little love-fest on Industry Night today with NBC4 anchor, Eun Yang and Salt & Sundry creator, Amanda McClements. During our time on air, Eun shared her fascinating story as a young Asian women in the DC news world (she also fan-girled all over Amanda) & Amanda took us through her vision of Salt & Sundry and its expansion that now includes Little Leaf and The Sun Room. Powered and distributed by Simplecast.

In this ValueTales episode, we are delighted to share the story of the indomitable Ann Cramer.  Ann is a native of Jacksonville, Florida, graduated from Salem College in Winston-Salem, North Carolina with a degree in mathematics. She had a long and successful career at the IBM Corporation, where she started as a Systems Engineer in Jacksonville and retired as its Director for IBM Corporate Citizenship and Corporate Affairs for the Americas. These days, she is serving as a Senior Consultant with Coxe Curry & Associates. She has been heavily involved in youth and educational organizations throughout her life, serves on multiple nonprofit boards including the Woodruff Arts Center, the Alliance Theatre Company, Public Broadcasting Atlanta (PBA). She has received numerous awards and accolades, including the first Lifetime Achievement Award by the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s "Women Who Mean Business" listing, named by Atlanta Woman Magazine as Power Woman of the Year, and was recognized as the US Chamber's first lifetime achievement for corporate citizenship award. Click here to learn more about TLG's Leadership Character Model.   To learn more about how we can help you unleash your organization's full potential, visit us at turknett.com.

Julie Lenzer is currently the Chief Innovation Officer at the University of Maryland. In this role, she’s leveraging her national and international public and private sector experiences to drive innovation-based economic growth for the region. Prior to that, Julie was appointed by U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker to lead the Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (OIE). In her capacity as Director of the OIE and as Sr Advisor to the Secretary, she drove programs and policies that support innovative economic development such as innovation-based entrepreneurship and regional innovation clusters. Prior to her appointment, Julie was the Executive Director of the Maryland Center for Entrepreneurship (MCE) in Columbia, MD. She is also the co-founder of Startup Maryland and former CEO of the Path Forward Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, a nonprofit that helped women expand economic opportunity by starting and building growth-oriented businesses. An award-winning serial entrepreneur, Julie founded her first company, Applied Creative Technologies, Inc. (ACT), in 1995 as an IT solutions firm focusing on manufacturing operations and inventory control. With Fortune 500 clients, she grew the company to multi-millions in revenues, winning several national awards for workplace excellence. Through her 10-year leadership, ACT developed and commercialized ACTrax, a leading-edge production and warehouse management system, for which she negotiated the sale in 2005. Julie was recognized as one of 25 Women Who Mean Business by WBJ in 2019, 2014 Influential Marylander, 2013 Trailblazer in Technology, and as AT&T's Innovator of the Year in 2011. She received SmartCEO's BRAVA award in 2014, the Athena Award in 2004, and was named to Maryland's Top 100 Women 2005, 2008 and 2014 at which time she joined the Circle Of Excellence for sustained service to the community. She recently held a Top Secret clearance.  Connect with Julie LinkedIn Website   #nolimitsselling 

Dolly Oberoi is the Founder and CEO of C2 Technologies, a Technology, Online learning/training, Simulation & Modeling, Analytics and IT, firm, established in 1989. C2 serves Defense, Aerospace, Civilian and Commercial clients worldwide. As a pioneer in online education, thought-leader, innovator, and an entrepreneur, Ms. Oberoi has dedicated her company's mission to improve human performance. Her pioneering work in helping organizations transition from the traditional chalkboard to electronic learning environment and developing transformative enterprise-wide learning and talent management solutions. As an entrepreneur, served the industry with distinction in the areas of online education, modeling, simulation, AI, Machine Learning, Robotics, and human capital management completing more than 12,000 projects for 120 plus clients, employing 500 employees in more than 22 locations globally, and winning over 150 industry awards including GovCon entrepreneur of the Year and E&Y. She is also the recipient of several international awards, including, Washington Business Journal's Innovation Award, GovCon's prestigious Entrepreneur of the Year; Pride of India; E&Y's Entrepreneur of the Year finalist, Women Who Mean Business; and the prestigious Spencer Logan award. Ms. Oberoi has spread the seeds of entrepreneurship by mentoring small businesses and has an incubator and an accelerator. She has mentored and grown several companies in the Washington, D.C., area. She started the annual entrepreneurship Boot camps for women and students. Ms. Oberoi is published and a frequent speaker at international conferences. She serves on several academic and corporate boards, including the George Mason University Foundation Board of Trustees; Barnard College of Columbia University, Athena Leadership Board; University of Maryland BC, School Education, Board of Advisors - Smithsonian AAPI Board, President, TIE-DC, and Trustee, TiE Global Board. Served on the Executive Board of the N VA Chamber of Commerce.

86 year young Yvonne Kaye shows off her tattoos and talks about the humor in death and bereavement.

About Patty Farmer Patty Farmer is an award-winning Marketing & Media Strategist, International Speaker, Radio Host, Magazine Publisher, Event Producer and Best-Selling Author specializing in Marketing & Business Growth Strategies and works with small business owners, entrepreneurs & speakers to attract and convert their ideal clients 24/7 so they can make a bigger impact in the world, and even bigger deposits in their bank account. She has created a network of 100,000 + connections while teaching thousands of entrepreneurs to connect, collaborate and convert in less time and make more money while designing the lifestyle they want to live. Patty believes we all have a message and her mission is to help them master, market and monetize that message in a way that creates transformation for both them and their clients. Patty has been seen on the covers of magazines such as Accomplish, Unleash Your Bold, Be the Boss, Women Who Mean Business and EXPERTpreneur. She was recently awarded the “Global Business Strategist of the Year” by the Global Powerhouse Group in London, England, named #3 in the “Top Ten Media Speakers You Need to Know” and awarded the 2017 “International Speaker of the Year” by the Public Speakers Association”. Marketing Media & Money Magazine Website About Jen McFarland, CEO, Women Conquer Business For the last 10+ years, it's literally been my job to research and solve business problems — in the public sector, in the private sector, 7+ figure projects and solopreneur struggles. I'm passionate about helping businesses vet ideas, take ownership of their projects, and incorporate digital marketing from day one. Free Business Resources

Guest is Kathie Jankauskas, website designer. Watch the video of this simulcasted PANJRadio.com show by visiting PANJTV.com.

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Sue interviews Anne Groth, daily money manager. Watch the video on www.panjtv.com.

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Janine K. Iannarelli   Janine K. Iannarelli is the founder and president of Par Avion Ltd. She has more than 30 years of business aviation experience representing numerous corporations and private individuals worldwide with the sale and purchase of business aircraft. Par Avion is an aircraft marketing firm that specializes in the exclusive representation and acquisition of aircraft with an emphasis on pre-owned business jets valued upwards of $65,000,000 (USD).   Ms. Iannarelli has extensive experience in cross-border transactions, with nearly 90 percent of Par Avion’s business concentrated in this area of specialization. The scope of her experience with aircraft sales transactions reaches well beyond the procurement process in that she has in-depth interactions with the OEMs, maintenance facilities and completion centers specific to these aircraft. Ms. Iannarelli also works directly with designated representatives of the Federal Aviation Administration as well as with many other countries’ civil aviation authorities where she has placed or procured aircraft.   One of many notable adventures in Ms. Iannarelli’s career was her involvement in the ferrying of a Falcon 10 and 100 from the tip of South Africa to Texas in 1997. Making this adventure unique was that Ms. Iannarelli was surely the first woman aircraft broker to undertake this endeavor. The range of these airplanes dictated that a number of stops en route would need to be made, particularly on the African continent, traveling within range of then war-torn countries and negotiating with local ground support whose first language is French. The experience included traversing the Sahara Desert, the Atlantic Ocean to the Canary Islands and on to Europe. The North Atlantic leg posed one of the greatest challenges given that flight planning is especially critical with a short-legged airplane.   A 1983 graduate of Montclair State University in Upper Montclair, N.J., Ms. Iannarelli earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration with a specific concentration in marketing and a minor in psychology. She studied the French Language at L’ALLIANCE FRANCAISE de Houston and earned continuing education credits from Rice University in Houston, Texas. She is a current member of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), European Business Aviation Association (EBAA), Women in Aviation, International, and the American Marketing Association. In February of 2016 Ms. Iannarelli was invited to serve on the EBAA Associate Member’s Sales and Acquisition committee providing expert input on international sales transactions and in March of 2017 was appointed its Chair. Ms. Iannarelli is listed at the NBAA Web site as a source “Available to Comment” to local, national and international media. She attends numerous industry–related seminars sponsored by the NBAA, Professional Aviation Maintenance Association (PAMA) and various manufacturers and aviation product vendors.   In January 2016, Ms. Iannarelli was reappointed and named presiding officer by Governor Greg Abbott to the Texas Aerospace and Aviation Advisory Committee to which she was originally appointed by former Governor Rick Perry. As one of 10 state-wide appointed committee members, she seeks out and encourages business development in the state, specific to her area of expertise. Included among the accolades and awards bestowed upon Ms. Iannarelli is being named a Great Woman of Texas by the Fort Worth Business Press in 2011; named by the Texas Women’s Chamber of Commerce as one of the final four for the Texas Business Woman of the Year, April 2016 and again in July 2017; one of three inducted into the Aviation Hall of Fame of New Jersey, September 2016; named among the “99” finalists for inclusion to the National Aviation Hall of Fame of Dayton, Ohio September 2016; honored by Texas Executive Women as a Woman on the Move November 2016; named by Enterprising Women Magazine as a 2017 Enterprising Women of the Year Champion. In 2017 Ms. Iannarelli was honored as one of the “Women Who Mean Business, Outstanding Leader in Professional Services” by the Houston Business Journal and one of four Houston area women for being leaders in STEM related fields by GirlStart. Houston Woman Magazine recently named her as one of Houston’s 50 Most Influential Women of 2017.   As a sought after mentor and inspirational advisor, she often speaks before women’s and youth organizations about career development and life skill sets necessary to navigate the business world. Ms. Iannarelli routinely serves as a reliable source on business aviation for local, regional, national and international media on a variety of business aviation and small business topics. She is a regular panelist and presenter at industry events that focus on current valuations and trends in the new and preowned global marketplace for aircraft.   Ms. Iannarelli is a passionate supporter of the arts and charities that benefit children and animals. She commits both her personal time and resources to these endeavors. In 2017 she was appointed to the Advisory Board of Houston PetSet and in 2018 to the Houston Girl Start Council. She is a past board member of Mercury, The Orchestra Redefined, and a sponsor of the Houston Police Department’s Mounted Patrol. For more than 25 years, she was a sponsor, board member, competitor and volunteer with The Pin Oak Charity Horse Show which benefits Texas Children’s Hospital and for which Ms. Iannarelli currently serves as an Ambassador. She is a founding member of the Peace Parks Foundation headquartered in Stellenbosch, South Africa. Additionally, Ms. Iannarelli is an avid cyclist and an accomplished equestrian who competed for over 30 years in the amateur divisions at hunter/jumper shows at the regional and national level in the United States. Listen to another #12minconvo

Born and raised by entrepreneurs, fab’rik Founder Dana Spinola always knew a job could fulfill a bigger purpose. Her dreams to flourish both personally and professionally led Dana to start fab’rik in 2002 around the concept of high-style clothing with an affordable price tag. In 2006, Dana began franchising with like-minded women and has since grown fab'rik to 40+ stores across the U.S.Dana has always believed clothing has the ability to change lives. In 2009, she launched the brand's nonprofit arm, free fab’rik, which provides free shopping sprees for women and girls escaping sex trafficking. In 2012, fab'rik launched its in-house designed clothing line, Asher. Proceeds from the collection provide financial support for orphans in Kenya until they find their forever homes. At the intersection of passion and purpose, Dana has built a brand that truly delivers High Style with Heart.Forbes named her, “one of the five great American entrepreneurs you haven’t heard of yet but should know” because of her dedication to not only building a growing fashion brand but for inspiring a culture of people to weave purpose into their companies and their life. She was voted The Atlanta Business Journal’s Business Person of the Year, Women Making a Mark, 40 Under 40 and Women Who Mean Business, and has appeared in dozens of national publications from The Wall Street Journal to Elle. Motivational speaker, inspirational leader and author of ‘Love What You Do.’ Dana is committed to reminding women to dream big and and then chase those dreams relentlessly.Dana is a 1996 graduate of the University of Georgia in Management Information Systems. She resides in Atlanta with her husband, four children, two dogs and 20 chickens. While Dana sits at the head of a leading fashion franchise as well as a nonprofit organization, her most rewarding job is being a mom.

Mary Abbajay,President of Careerstone Group, LLC and author of Managing Up. A must read for surviving and moving up in organizations. Mary currently serves on the Market President's Board of BB&T Bank and is past Chairman of the Board for Leadership Greater Washington where she also chaired and led the adult Signature program, the Youth Leadership Program and the Rising Leaders Program. She was a volunteer mentor for Mentor's Inc., an urban youth mentoring program and served for six years on the Board of Directors of the Woolly Mammoth Theatre and was president of the Adams Morgan Business Association. Mary earned a master's degree in organizational management from Fielding Graduate University in Santa Barbara, CA. and a degree in organizational development from Georgetown University's Organizational Development Program and the Coaches Training Institute. She earned a bachelor's degree in English from Kenyon College. In 2010, Mary was named as one of Washington Business Journal's Women Who Mean Business and was a Smart CEO Brava Award Recipient in 2017.

Ross Brand with your Livestream Universe Update for Tuesday, October 2nd and Wednesday, October 3rd, 2018. Mobile chat host Anh Nguyen is launching a new show called Women Who Mean Business. Her first guest is luxury travel blogger and live streamer Mia Voss. View the debut episode Wednesday at 12pm ET on the Anh Nguyen — Amplified Marketing Facebook page. Jumping back to Tuesday's schedule… At 3pm ET - Best-selling author Dorie Clark talks about standing out as the expert on The Jenny Q Show, hosted by Jennifer Quinn. Dorie's books include Reinventing You, Stand Out and Entrepreneurial You. That's on The JennyQ Show Facebook page. At 4pm ET - It's Training Tuesday with Jessika Phillips and Mike Gingerich. Discover how to Enhance your Word of Mouth Business. That's on the Magnet Marketers Facebook page. Also, Mike Gingerich has a new book available on Amazon. Check out “Making the Miles Count: Living Beyond The Daily Grind. 21 Days to a life of impact. On Wednesday… At 5pm ET - I have the honor of being the guest on #ClassroomWithoutWalls hosted by Ai Addyson-Zhang. We'll discuss using live streaming to grow communities and generate leads. Join us Wednesday at 5pm ET on the Ai Addyson-Zhang Facebook page. For LivestreamUniverse.com, I'm Ross Brand. Have a day! The post https://livestreamuniverse.com/livestreaming-for-business/ (Livestreaming for Business (Update Ep121)) appeared first on https://livestreamuniverse.com/ (Livestream Universe).

Ross Brand with your Livestream Universe Update for Tuesday, October 2nd and Wednesday, October 3rd, 2018. Mobile chat host Anh Nguyen is launching a new show called Women Who Mean Business. Her first guest is luxury travel blogger and live streamer Mia Voss. View the debut episode Wednesday at 12pm ET on the Anh Nguyen — Amplified Marketing Facebook page. Jumping back to Tuesday’s schedule… At 3pm ET - Best-selling author Dorie Clark talks about standing out as the expert on The Jenny Q Show, hosted by Jennifer Quinn. Dorie’s books include Reinventing You, Stand Out and Entrepreneurial You. That’s on The JennyQ Show Facebook page. At 4pm ET - It’s Training Tuesday with Jessika Phillips and Mike Gingerich. Discover how to Enhance your Word of Mouth Business. That’s on the Magnet Marketers Facebook page. Also, Mike Gingerich has a new book available on Amazon. Check out “Making the Miles Count: Living Beyond The Daily Grind. 21 Days to a life of impact. On Wednesday… At 5pm ET - I have the honor of being the guest on #ClassroomWithoutWalls hosted by Ai Addyson-Zhang. We’ll discuss using live streaming to grow communities and generate leads. Join us Wednesday at 5pm ET on the Ai Addyson-Zhang Facebook page. For LivestreamUniverse.com, I’m Ross Brand. Have a day!

Sue hosts Mary Abbajay, President and Founder of Careerstone Group, LLC, a woman-owned professional development consultancy that delivers leading-edge talent and organizational development solutions. Mary brings 20 years of experience in leadership positions, a Master’s Degree in Organizational Management, and post-graduate certificates from Georgetown University and the Coaches Training Institute. She has served as adjunct faculty at George Mason University’s School of Management and has taught at both Montgomery College and the Georgetown University Center for Professional Development. Mary is the host of “Women Talk” and a regular contributor on “The Working Life,” two iHeart Media radio shows broadcast in the Washington, D.C. area. Mary was named as one of Washington Business Journal’s Women Who Mean Business and was a Smart CEO Brava Award recipient in 2017. Mary is the author of the new book, Managing Up: How to Move Up, Win at Work, and Succeed with Any Type of Boss. Mary and Sue discuss: + Why managing up is a skill you need + How to get along with any boss + How to increase organizational trust + How to manage your own professional success

Patty Farmer is an award-winning marketing and media strategist, international speaker, radio host, magazine publisher, event producer, and bestselling author. Specializing in marketing and business growth strategies, Patty works with small business owners, entrepreneurs, and speakers to attract and convert their ideal clients. She believes we all have a message, and her mission is to help all her clients master, market, and monetize that message in a way that creates transformation for both them and their clients. With a network of over 100,000 connections, Patty has taught thousands of entrepreneurs to connect, collaborate, and convert in less time and make more money, while designing the lifestyle they want to live. She was recently awarded the Global Business Strategist of the Year by Global Powerhouse Group in London, named #3 in the Top 10 Media Speakers You Need To Know, and awarded the 2017 International Speaker of the Year by Public Speakers Association. Patty has also graced the covers of magazines such as Accomplish, Unleash Your Bold, Be The Boss, Women Who Mean Business, and ExpertPreneur®. In this episode, Patty shares her advice for figuring out your calling and sharing your voice with the world. Listen in to hear how she found the courage to make her own voice heard, common struggles that lead to many people getting in their own way, and important advice for living the life you want to live. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://bit.ly/2wJYolm 

Marquita Miller is the founder and CEO of Five Star Tax and Business Solutions – a full service accounting firm and marketplace leader in Kansas City, Missouri. A small business expert contributor on local television morning shows & a national magazine publication, Miller holds a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and management and a Master’s degree in Business Administration. She has been selected as an Empowerment Speaker for several of Bishop T.D. Jakes’ Pastors and Leadership Conferences and is also a published author, business strategist and passionate advocate for entrepreneurship. In addition to being President of the National Speaker Association (KC Chapter), a recipient of both Women Who Mean Business and Kansas City’s Influential Woman awards and a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Marquita Miller also serves as a Board Member for Metropolitan Community College Foundation Board and Economic Development Loan Corp.   http://www.marquitamiller.com/ http://www.fivestartaxkc.com/

Experience: Beck is a proud Bruin of UCLA, where she nabbed her B.A. in economics in an unprecedented two years. Immediately following her undergraduate degree, Beck obtained her MBA and a marketing specialization at the University of Pittsburgh Katz Business School, a US Today top 50 ranked business school, as the youngest graduate to date. Beck founded BAM Communications, her first company, in 2006 and has since founded two other businesses, Bite San Diego and Pangea Pal. In 2011, she won an Emmy for on camera hosting in a talk show format for her show, Next 500, and has also been a nominee for San Diego Magazine’s Women Who Move the City, the Metropolitan’s “40 under 40,” and the San Diego Business Journal’s Women Who Mean Business. She is currently a member of Gen-Next, Entrepreneur’s Organization, and the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce. She serves as a Big Brother/Big Sister of San Diego and on CONNECT’s Springboard panels. When Not Dominating The PR And Marketing World: When not traveling to the lands of the likes of Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and Estonia as a world traveler, Beck enjoys hosting dinner parties, creating new companies, doing comedy improv, running marathons, and shooting guns. http://bamcommunications.biz https://twitter.com/BamComm https://www.facebook.com/BAMcommunications

MICHELLE Stansbury, is the founder at LittlePenguinPublicRelations.com, a boutique Public Relations Consulting company in San Diego that delivers custom-designed PR campaigns Michelle’s background is in public relations, branding, and business development. Her passion is to facilitate the growth and success of San Diego based companies. She has been honored as one of San Diego Business Journal’s “Women Who Mean Business.” A lifelong learner, Michelle is a contributing writer for several online business and lifestyle publications. She volunteers with Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego Young Professionals Committee and is a board member of the Duke Club of San Diego. See her beautiful infographic show notes, plus her top tips and advice for entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs at www.TodaysLeadingWomen.com or by clicking here!

Industry Leaders from the world of Beauty & Fashion providing thought provoking insights from Inspiring minds. Guests are interviewed on their experiences in both Fashion and Beauty and offer the Beauty Fashion and War audience guidance, wisdom and candor on what?s hot and what?s not in the industry of Beauty and Fashion. Guests are encouraged to be honest, to have fun and give our audience the most authentic answers from their vast experience in this sometimes superfluous industry. A key differentiating factor from other Podcasts that discuss Beauty and Fashion is our desire to discuss spirituality and the key components of professionals in this industry and how applying makeup or designing that perfect outfit, is in fact shifting negative mindset?s and providing a deeper sense of empowerment for both clients and industry experts alike. This is Beauty, Fashion and War! Hosted by Cleo Caban, a decorated war veteran whose spent almost a decade through out the Middle East as a Counter Intelligence Special Agent. Don?t get left behind!   Celeste Hilling Bio’s   Described by San Diego Magazine as giving the cosmetics industry a makeover, Celeste Hilling is an innovative, dynamic and respected expert on skin care, well-being, and brand loyalty. As CEO of Skin Authority, Hilling works with celebrities, fashion icons, beauty editors, and consumers worldwide to instill a passion for the company’s products and unique approach to the ultimate customer service experience. As a highly sought speaker on beauty, health, and self-esteem, Hilling presents hundreds of times per year around the globe. This respected media resource has been quoted by leading outlets including FOX News, NBC, ABC, The New York Times, Women’s Wear Daily, Forbes and BusinessWeek. With a vision to build a modern skin care brand that delivers products that are relevant to the needs of today’s consumers, Hilling challenges Skin Authority to continually integrate the most advanced ingredients and techniques in its products, and to deliver a unique 360-degree customer service experience using integrated technology to reach consumers cost-effectively wherever and however they prefer to be contacted. “Healthy skin is beautiful, so it is important to me that our products produce not only dramatic cosmetic results, but also boost and defend the immune strength of our body’s largest organ.” Hilling reflects this passion in the company’s decision to eliminate added fragrances, dyes, and parabens from its products. She personally oversaw the launch of its grounding breaking SGF-4 Technology™ products designed around four natural nourishing proteins or skin growth factors, developed specifically to target and reprogram the aging process of skin cells. Working with world recognized leader the Dole Nutrition Institute, she also led the charge for making skin care an extension of good nutrition by introducing the first whole food source of Vitamin D in the VitaD Fortified™ series from Skin Authority. Her vision is to turn today’s passive skin care shopping experience into a high touch, high impact, personalized experience. Because of this, Hilling handpicks Skin Authority distribution partners from among the most prestigious retail and spa locations. Prior to launching Skin Authority, Hilling was key in developing two companies that were acquired by the leading publicly held company in its industry segment. In both instances, Hilling was a strategic officer: Steiner Leisure Ltd., as President/CEO of the Day Spa Group; and Compaq Computer Corporation as President, Consumer Software Business Unit and Vice President, Consumer Division. In addition to being a busy executive, mom and spokesperson, Hilling also makes time to give back to her community. Hilling is Chairman of the Board of the San Diego New Children’s Museum, Past Co-Chair and Honorary Member of the Advisory Board of Scripps Memorial Hospital of La Jolla, California, a founding board member of Doctors Offering Charitable Services (DOCS), and past board member of the Boards of the International Spa Association and ISPA Foundation. Celeste was named “2012 Women Who Move the City” by San Diego Magazine, and “2012 Women Who Mean Business” by San Diego Business Journal. Must Read’s! Growth Engines by Ellis & Brown Look Inside on Amazon - Click Here  Description: Today's fastest growing startups all share one thing in common: a new approach to how they grow. 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