Women Leaders on the Move - HerCsuite® Radio

Great Leaders Today Elevate Their People to be Relevant with Uma Subramanian

Wed, 06 May 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Great leaders elevate the people around them. In this episode, Uma Subramanian, Founder of Limitless Leaders, shares with host Natalie Benamou, how her 20-year career at Microsoft shaped the way she thinks about leadership, visibility, and what it means to become sought after.

Uma reflects on the leaders who saw potential in her before she saw it in herself, and how that experience inspired her to help others build influence, communicate their impact, and step into bigger opportunities.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that great work is only the beginning. The leaders who stay relevant and in demand are the ones who think beyond their role, build trust, strengthen relationships, and make their value clear in the rooms where decisions are made.

Tune in and hear how great leaders elevate people, why leadership visibility matters, and what it takes to become the leader others remember, recommend, and invite into what’s next.

Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you.

About Uma Subramanian

As the founder of Limitless Leaders, Uma Subramanian empowers mid-career tech professionals to become confident, impactful leaders who inspire trust and deliver results. Drawing on over 20 years of experience, including a lengthy tenure at Microsoft, she understands the challenges of stepping into leadership roles and thriving in today’s fast-paced tech landscape. Certified in Executive Coaching, DISC Behavioral Analysis, and advanced leadership training, Uma helps clients lead with clarity, emotional intelligence, and purpose.

Website: http://thelimitlessleaders.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/uma-subramanian-limitless/

HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. This show is sponsored by HerCsuite® Board Ready Summit May 29th hosted at LinkedIn Chicago.

Your Energy Arrives Before You Do: Here's Why it Matters with Jackie Joy

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Your energy is already speaking before you say a word.

In this special in-person conversation recorded live in downtown Chicago, host Natalie Benamou sits down with Jackie Joy to talk about the leadership signal people feel before we ever begin speaking. From client meetings and sales conversations to virtual calls and team dynamics, Jackie shares why presence, intention, and awareness shape how people experience us.

Drawing from her work with sales professionals and leaders, Jackie explains how energy can influence trust, connection, and the outcome of a conversation. She also shares simple ways to reset your presence before a meeting, lift the energy in a room, and help others feel seen, heard, and valued.

This discussion will help you shift how people feel even before you start to speak with them.

Listen in to learn how to bring the kind of energy that builds trust, creates momentum, and changes outcomes in your next meeting.

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About Our Guest:

Jackie Joy empowers women to lead with confidence and clarity. As Chief Strategy Officer of The Perfect Plan, she fuses data-driven insight with heart-centered leadership. A champion of culture, growth, and inclusion, Jackie inspires high-impact change, backed by research, fueled by purpose, and devoted to helping women rise and thrive.

https://donbarden.com/

Jackie Joy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackiejoy28/

Why Your Brand Story Matters More in the Age of AI with Sue Kirchner

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:00:00 GMT

In an era where AI can generate endless streams of content in seconds, what truly makes a company stand out? It all comes down to authentic human connection.

Listen in as host Natalie Benamou welcomes Sue Kirchner, Founder of Brand Strong Marketing, for an energizing conversation about the power of storytelling, personal branding, and community building.

Sue shares how she guides companies to leverage their unique strength and their authentic brand story.

Whether you are a solopreneur trying to carve out your niche, or a founder preparing your company for an acquisition, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you build loyalty and trust.

Highlights

The AI Content Trap
The Missing Brand Story in M&A
Creating Memorable Experiential Brands
Scaling Beyond the Founder
Personal Branding Essentials

Grab a notebook and get ready to reflect on how your brand shows up in the world!

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A note of gratitude to Jen Anderson for introducing us!

About Sue Kirchner

Sue Kirchner is the Founder of Brand Strong Marketing - a brand strategy consulting firm, and Host of the Turbo Branding Show. Leveraging her proven Brand Strong Methodology she has helped thriving businesses create Wow! brands, allowing them to scale faster, easier and more successfully.

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suekirchner/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@brandstrongmarketing

IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandstrongmarketing/

PN: https://www.pinterest.com/BrandStrongMktg/

Podcast: YT: https://www.youtube.com/@brandstrongmarketing/podcasts

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turbo-branding-show/id1771868942

HerCsuite® is a portfolio career network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn.

5 Midlife Health Issues Women Need to Know with Dr. Sarah Berg

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Have you ever felt like something in your body was changing, but you weren't sure what was happening?

Natalie Benamou sits down with Dr. Sarah Berg, board-certified OBGYN, menopause specialist, and founder of Selfority, to talk about the health issues women need to know about. They uncover why perimenopause and menopause education makes a big difference in women's health outcomes.

Dr. Berg shares why women feel isolated and alone, and the complexity of symptoms that can last 7-10 years.

Beyond hot flashes, listen in for why the 5 health issues you need to know about. Dr. Berg talks about why this topic belongs in broader workplace conversations because it affects teams, families, retention, and overall performance.

Health transitions happen to all women and this is the episode for you to feel you are not alone, your health matters and what steps you can do to improve health outcomes.

About Our Guest

Dr. Sarah Berg is a board-certified OB/GYN and menopause specialist and the founder of Selfority, a digital platform dedicated to evidence-based women’s health education. Through clinical care, writing, speaking, and online courses, she translates complex science into clear guidance that empowers women to navigate midlife with confidence.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-berg-selfority/

www.selfority.com

www.instagram.com/selfority

www.facebook.com/selfority

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Collaboration Is Your Superpower: Launch a New Idea in 90 Days with Natalie Benamou, Founder HerCsuite®

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:00:00 GMT

What if what got is here...is keeping us there?

Today on the show, Natalie Benamou introduces CoLab3, a framework sparked a conversation with Jackie Joy and the book ‘Here Come the Girls’ by Don Barden. She walks through the multiplier effect when three women collaborate, it turns into a 9X result.

Listen in to how Natalie applied the CoLab3 framework with Bobbie Carlton, Founder of Innovation Women and Meghann Conter, Founder, The Dames. It’s a success story of 3 entrepreneurs, 3 complementary strengths, one shared goal and 90 days.

Natalie breaks down why collaboration is in our DNA as women leaders, how siloed thinking keeps us stuck even when we're succeeding, and what becomes possible when we stop competing and start creating together.

What you'll hear: The breakthrough moment that sparked CoLab3. How peer collaboration creates a multiplier effect. The 90-day fast track framework. HerCsuite® vision: Activate 10,000 women leaders and their companies in ten years to build a new collaborative economy.

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Resources:

Rebuild Your Website Traffic: Replay

Here Come the Girls

Here's How You Find Your Voice and Get Visible with Christina Vidovich

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:00:00 GMT

If you had only one story to tell, what would it be? Host Natalie Benamou sits down with Christina Vidovich, Founder of Women Getting Visible, to talk about owning your story, finding the courage to speak, and why visibility starts from confidence within ourselves.

Christina shares her unexpected journey from professional ballroom dancer to building a movement that brings women together across the country to find their voice and show up fully in the world. Listen in to hear how Christina is partnering with two other women to create in-person visibility events where women are discovering their voice through story.

If you have hesitated to be a speaker...or if you are one but want to uplevel what you are doing this is for you.

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About our Guest

Christina Vidovich is the founder of Women Getting Visible, a global movement and the leader in visibility conferences for women founders. She empowers women to step into the spotlight, own their stories, and turn them into influence and authority in leadership. Through high-impact events and media, she helps women be fully seen and strategically positioned.

https://womengettingvisible.com

https://www.instagram.com/womengettingvisible

https://www.facebook.com/christinavidovich/

From Stuck to Gutsy: How to Take Your Next Step with LauraAura

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT

What does it really take to make a gutsy move? In this episode of Women Leaders on the Move, Natalie Benamou sits down with LauraAura to talk about listening to your body, paying attention to the quiet signs, and giving yourself permission to know what you want.

Laura shares her journey from selling the branding agency she built over 16 years to stepping fully into speaking, coaching, and hosting her own podcast.

Together, Natalie and Laura explore what it means to slow down, trust yourself, move through doubt, and take the small steps that lead to big change. This conversation is a beautiful reminder that clarity often comes when we make space to hear ourselves again.

Special thanks to Adrienne Lawrence for the introduction to LauraAura!

About our Guest:

LauraAura is a dynamic Keynote Speaker, Personal Growth Coach, and host of The Gutsy Podcast, a Top 100 show helping people own their desires and take gutsy action. With over 18 years as a business owner and a decade of speaking experience, she’s helped countless individuals and teams break through hesitation and move boldly toward what they truly want.

Through high-energy, activating speeches, LauraAura teaches audiences how to cut through mind junk, gain clarity, and take action—without overthinking or overcomplicating their next steps.

LauraAura on LinkedIn http://linkedin.com/in/thatlauraaura

https://lauraaura.com/

https://tiktok.com/@thatlauraaura

https://www.instagram.com/thatlauraaura/

Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you.

HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn.

Navigating the Messy Middle of AI with Alana Karen

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT

What does the messy middle and making a career pivot have in common?

In this episode of Women Leaders on the Move, Natalie Benamou sits down with former Google executive and author Alana Karen to talk about why so many leaders are feeling the tension of AI right now.

Together, they explore what Alana calls the “messy middle,” where the pressure to move faster with AI is colliding with the reality of how people actually work, lead, and adapt. The conversation looks at the gap between AI hype and day-to-day execution, why leaders need hands-on experience with the tools they expect others to use, and how women can stay visible and grounded in a changing environment. Alana also shares why her own next chapter includes a portfolio career and a return to work that creates real-world impact.

About Alana Karen

An award-winning tech leader, author, and speaker with over 25 years in the industry, including two decades at Google. Led the development and scaling of teams and products that impacted billions of users globally. Her best-selling book has received awards, and a second edition, Navigating the Hard Tech Era, launched in 2025.

Learn more about Alana on her website.

HerCsuite® is a portfolio career and leadership network where women build what's next. Members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn.

One Step Forward Mindset with Natalie Benamou

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT

What does a 5K have to do with leadership?

Find out in this personal reflection from host Natalie Benamou, about discovery, persistence and how to keep moving one step forward towards a goal.

Listen in to how a few sunrise runs on the beach led me to reflect on what it really means to move forward before you feel fully ready. If you have ever questioned your timing, compared your pace, or wondered whether you are ready for what’s next, this episode is for you. I share five simple lessons on persistence, presence, and progress that can help you keep going one step at a time.

Burnout-Free for 6 Years: What Finally Changed with Carole Jean Whittington

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT

What happens when a woman who spent decades pushing through burnout discovers a different way to live and lead?

Carole Jean Whittington, founder of the Women’s Well-Being Movement, sits down with host Natalie Benamou for a thoughtful conversation about energy, leadership, and what it means for women to reconnect with themselves.

Together they talk about how women experience stress, why complexity quietly builds in our lives, and the role collaboration and community play in expanding our capacity as leaders.

You’ll also hear Carole Jean’s memorable “spicy pepper” burnout scale, along with a simple breathing practice you can use anytime to center yourself during the day.

This conversation is a reminder that when women come together, share openly, and support each other, new possibilities emerge.

Listen in to the end for a meditation and feel uplifted for the rest of the day.

About our Guest:

Joining us today is Carole Jean Whittington, founder of The Women’s Well-Being Movement: Leading Ladies Leaving Legacies. Carole Jean is an award-winning Chief Well-Being Officer, researcher, and author dedicated to helping women in leadership and the professionals who support them—end the exhaustion cycle and step into sustainable energy, clarity, and legacy.

Through her innovative framework, The UnVeiling Method, and global research on stress and burnout, she has guided thousands to discover that thriving isn’t the exception—it can be the new normal. Trusted by organizations including Google, UCLA, and Yale, Carole Jean is here to show us how well-being and leadership are inseparable.

Website: www.WhittingtonWellBeing.com

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Podcasts: Beyond Chronic Burnout & Women’s Well-Being Movement

Relationships, Sponsorship, and Finding Your Voice with DeRetta Rhodes, PhD

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:00:00 GMT

What if the relationships you build today are the doors that open tomorrow? DeRetta Rhodes, PhD, Chief People Officer, The Atlanta Braves, joins host Natalie Benamou for an authentic conversation about the fear, doubt, and isolation she faced on career journey. They explore the mentors, sponsors, and what happened in rooms she was invited into.

DeRetta shares why staying connected is the most underrated career strategy. Find out how sponsors are championing your name in rooms when you aren't there. Discover why using your voice is the key to opening doors of opportunities.

If you've ever walked into a room and wondered if you belonged there remember this: this episode is for you.

"If you have been chosen to be in that room, that's where you're supposed to be." DeRetta Rhodes, PhD.

Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you.

About Our Guest

DeRetta Rhodes, PhD is a vision driven executive who has broad experience in Strategic Planning and Human Resources spanning multiple industries including professional services, media, financial services, and non-profits. Dr. Rhodes is going into her eighth season with the Braves after arriving in January 2019. She joined the organization as a Senior Vice President of Human Resources before being promoted to Executive Vice President, Chief People Capital Officer, in January 2021. She was elevated to her current role, Executive Vice President, Chief People and Culture Officer, in January 2022.

Instagram - @derettacolerhodes

BooK "Courage Of Voice: Empowering Women To Open Professional Doors"

How PR Builds Credibility and AI Visibility with Gloria Chou

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 09:00:00 GMT

The rules of visibility have changed.

In this episode of Women Leaders on the Move, Natalie Benamou sits down with PR strategist Gloria Chou to explore how AI search is reshaping the way entrepreneurs and thought leaders get discovered.

Gloria shares her remarkable journey from cold-calling the New York Times with zero connections to becoming the #1 small business PR coach with AI search tools.

Earned media features are quickly becoming the currency of credibility. Gloria shares the secret to leveraging PR as your competitive advantage.

Keys to Visibility Strategies:

Earned PR features matter more than follower counts or paid placements
How to use free tools to research timely angles and craft pitches efficiently
The CPR Method: Credibility, Point of View, and Relevance
A simple shift that makes podcast hosts far more likely to say yes

Walk away knowing everything you need for positioning, credibility and a sought after thought leader.

About our Guest

Gloria Chou is named the **#1 small business PR expert by ChatGPT and AI search**, she helps underrepresented founders get featured in top media and show up in **AI search with credibility**—without agencies, insider connections, or big budgets. Through her CPR pitching method, she’s helped thousands of small businesses land over a billion organic views and press in *Vogue*, *Forbes*, *Oprah’s Favorite Things*, and more.

Small Business PR Podcast

www.instagram.com/gloriachoupr

www.gloriachoupr.com

This podcast is sponsored by NEXT2LEAD AI and our Masterclass with Gloria Chou April 3rd. Grab Your Seat

Special thanks to Michelle Pecak and My Vibe where we first met Gloria Chou!

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Why Now is the Best Time to Leverage Your Financial Power with Adrienne Lawrence, Founder Her Financial Partner

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Your financial power already exists...now it's time to leverage it for your future.

Today on the podcast, Host Natalie Benamou talks with Adrienne Lawrence, Founder of Her Financial Partner, about how you can own your financial future by making small adjustments today.

Listen in and find out how working with a financial planner can make the difference of hundreds of thousands of dollars...even millions of dollars.

Find out how you can control in your 401(k) and what it is like to invest with intention to align to your valued.

The historic wealth transfer happening by 2030 and Adrienne shares how women are expected to inherit about 70% of the $124 trillion in the US.

This is episode will open the door to what's possible for you to plan your wealth, achieve better financial returns and live your best life.

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About our Guest

Adrienne Lawrence is the founder and managing partner of Her Financial Partner, a Washington, D.C.–based financial planning firm for professional women. She is the author of Women Create Wealth and chairs and serves on nonprofit and civic boards, blending financial strategy, education, and community to help clients build wealth with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

Resources:

Download Adrienne's free digital chapter "Women Create Wealth" at https://www.herfinancialpartner.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/adlawrence/

Thank you Adrienne for being on the show and special shoutout to How Women Lead where host Natalie Benamou and Adrienne first connected!

You've Outgrown Your Career...What's NEXT? with Jenn Smith, Founder, Flourish Careers

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:00:00 GMT

What happens when you realize you have reached the end of a specific season in your professional life? It takes courage to step away from the security of a corporate role to design a career that truly aligns with your lifestyle and values.

Host Natalie Benamou sits down with Jenn Smith to the show. After a successful 15 year career in HR spanning three different industries, Jenn took a leap of faith in 2020 to launch Flourish Careers. She joins Natalie to share her incredible journey, starting from her days as a frontline supervisor on the graveyard shift at a potato chip factory to becoming a career coach and best selling author.

Find out the importance of "heart based career planning" and why professional success should never come at the expense of a happy and healthy life. Jenn breaks down how the modern world of work allows for more creativity through portfolio careers and multiple income streams. Walk away with a plan of how to build what's NEXT.

Special thanks to Jenn for being a featured guest and member of HerCsuite®!

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About our Guest:

Jenn Smith believes career success doesn't have to be at the expense of a radiantly happy + healthy lifestyle. As a sought-after career and HR consultant with professional roots grounded deep within corporate America, Jenn brings over 15 years of progressive, global HR leadership experience across multiple industries and Fortune 200 companies. Now, as the Founder of Flourish Careers, host of The Flourish Careers podcast, and creator of the In Season planner, Jenn is on a mission to support heart-based, career-minded professionals in navigating the changing world of work and taking the right next steps toward a happier, healthier career.

When she’s not working, you can find Jenn road-tripping with her pack—husband and pup—exploring all Western NY offers.

Connect with Jenn:

Website: flourish.careers https://flourish.careers/
Instagram: @flourish.careers https://www.instagram.com/flourish.careers
LinkedIn: Jennifer Smith https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferlsmith9200/

AI & Humanity: How They Can Work Together with Dominique Murray, Head of Industry- CPG & Retail, Amazon

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:00:00 GMT

AI is moving fast. Find out what leaders need to do keep it human.

In this episode of Women Leaders on the Move, Natalie Benamou sits down with Dominique Murray, author and Head pf Head of Industry-Retail and CPG at Amazon. Listen in as they share why critical thinking is something we need to retain and how leaders can use AI to speed up work without losing their authentic voice.

From digital personas to pausing to let tech catch up, this is a must listen to episode for all leaders. Dominique also shares the premise behind her futuristic fiction series Dominion Ascension, where technology shapes society in ways that hit close to home.

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About Our Guest

Dominique Murray is Head of Industry- CPG & Retail, Amazon

Dominique Murray was born and raised in California. She studied Economics and Japanese at the University of California, Los Angeles. She began writing her debut novel during Covid. When she’s not writing, she is working in the tech industry or doing Hot Pilates. Dominique creates content that uplifts and celebrates the female spirit.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominique-murray/

Book: Dominion Ascension https://a.co/d/0EWpzns

Website: https://damurrayofficial.com/

Balancing Trust, Security, and AI’s Potential with Tina Lampe

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:00:00 GMT

As AI tools become essential for efficiency, they also introduce new vulnerabilities for founders and companies. Tina Lampe, a cybersecurity expert and Responsible AI advocate, joins host Natalie Benamou discuss risks and data exposure. They reveal why AI note-takers should never be used for any board meeting and the legal risks of data discoverability. Tina shares how to balance these risks against all the potential AI can create in the world.

Listen in to future-proof your business while staying secure.

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About Our Guest Tina Lampe

Tina Lampe is a Technology and Digital Risk Executive with extensive expertise as a speaker, board director and AI and Cybersecurity leader. Tina is an AI Luminary in the NEXT2LEAD AI Council powered by HerCsuite®.

Tina Lampe on LinkedIn

Why Teams Matter Today for Women in Tech, with Sue Harnett, Founder and CEO, Rewriting the Code

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 09:00:00 GMT

In this episode, host Natalie Benamou sits down with Sue Harnett, the Founder and CEO of Rewriting the Code to discuss how a background in sports inspired a global movement for women in technology.

Sue shares how she identified a gap in belonging for women in university computer science programs and turned a pilot program with 80 students at universities into a global community of 40,000 women.

Hear why it is so important for peer-to-peer mentorship and discover the specific challenges Gen Z women face in the workforce. Sue shares insights about the launch of the new "Rewrite AI" initiative designed to ensure women have a voice in the future of artificial intelligence.

This is a must listen for leaders who need inspiration in not going it alone and how having peer supporters will make the difference. You got this!

About Our Guest:

Sue Harnett is the CEO & Founder of Rewriting the Code (RTC), one of the largest nonprofit peer-to-peer network of students and women in tech that offers support and resources to help women advance in technology industries.

Sue is extremely passionate about breaking down barriers for women technologists, with a deep belief in equity. seek to bridge the gaps through corporate partnerships, philanthropy, and programming that connect women with opportunity, mentorship, and industry access. At the heart of it all is community.

Sue Harnett on LinkedIn

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sueharnett/

TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XnwN6fvBqI4

RTC Website: https://rewritingthecode.org/

RTC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rewriting-the-code

RTC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rewritingthecode/

RTC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rewritingthecode

RTC TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rewritingthecode

RTC YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RewritingTheCode

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The Shift You Need to Stay Relevant This Year with Natalie Benamou, Founder, HerCsuite®

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Today we are celebrating 250 episodes with you, our listeners. We have had many women from HerCsuite®, speakers from our alliance partner Innovation Women, as well as executive leaders, bestselling authors, TEDx Speakers, all sharing stories to help inspire you to dream a little bigger and believe in possibilities. Tune in to hear about how listening to your intuition can help your relevancy.

Thank you for being with me today. For all our listeners around the world, I appreciate you. Whether this is your first time listening or you listened to even my first show, I am grateful you tuned in. Special gratitude to my uncle Bill Siemering, who taught me from a young age how listening and storytelling transform our lives.

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Your Board's AI Strategy May be Falling Short with Beth Grimm, Founder & Principal, Beth Grimm Leadership Consulting

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Beth Grimm, an AI Governance and Risk Expert, brings a practical, grounded perspective on what boards and senior leaders need to understand about AI literacy, oversight, and accountability as adoption accelerates. This episode is essential listening for board members, executives, and leaders navigating AI decisions that carry long-term strategic and fiduciary impact.

NEXT2LEAD AI Hosted a Program on January 2, 2026

Assessing and Building Trust in Unregulated AI World.

Panel featuring Beth Grimm, Janice C. Haith and Lisa Agapis, moderated by Natalie Benamou

About Our Guest:

Beth Grimm works with organizations to successfully navigate complex risk landscapes and foster leadership growth. Beth is a certified AI Governance Professional through the International Association of Privacy Professionals, as well as a volunteer leadership coach to prepare college students to land a strong first job after graduation.

Connect with Beth Grimm on LinkedIn

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Amplify the One Thing That’s Calling You Forward with Natalie Benamou, Founder, HerCsuite®

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou reflects on gratitude, growth, and the quiet signals that guide us to decide what comes next. She also shares reflections on resilience, personal health journeys, and the importance of keeping our windshield bigger than our rearview mirror as we move into a new season.

As we head into the new year, I am so grateful to the HerCsuite® Community and the clarity we found for HER HEALTHX poised to make a huge impact on women’s health outcomes. On a personal note, my heart is overflowing with gratitude that our oldest daughter’s health was finally diagnosed. She is now living on her own (after 4 years of being bedridden), and my youngest daughter is leading women and beyond her years and it is a gift to see them grow.

This episode is dedicated especially to you, all around the world who are tuning in. I want you to know how much I appreciate you, that you are valued and you matter. May you finish the year with peace and carry joy with you into the new year.

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Why Today's Top Executives Lead as Equals with Selena Rezvani, President, NextGenWomen LLC

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Selena Rezvani, President, NextGenWomen LLC sits down with host Natalie Benamou to talk about how leaders shape their teams through everyday actions. This conversation focuses on what leaders say, how they listen, and what they do to involve others in the work. Selena shares examples from her bestselling book, Quick Leadership: Build Trust, Navigate Change, and Cultivate Unstoppable Teams, and from her work inside organizations.

This episode is for leaders who want their teams to participate, contribute, and lead as equals.

About Our Guest:

Selena Rezvani helps people show up, speak up, and shake up the way work gets done. A Wall Street Journal bestselling author and LinkedIn Learning instructor, Forbes named her "the premier expert on standing up for yourself at work. She equips leaders to build confidence and cultures that lift everyone’s voice.

Connect with Selena:

Website
Book: Quick Leadership: Build Trust, Navigate Change, and Cultivate Unstoppable Teams
LinkedIn
Instagram
TikTok
YouTube

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Your Most Powerful Story: The One You Haven’t Spoken Yet with Monica Pierre, CEO, Pierre Principle Communications

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, three-time Emmy Award-winning journalist and CEO of Pierre Principle Communications, Monica Pierre, talks with host Natalie Benamou and reveals the profound moment that changed how she tells stories. Monica shares why the stories leaders hold back often carry the greatest weight and what happens when we choose to speak them with intention.

Gratitude to Monica Pierre for being our guest today and for being a valued member of HerCsuite®.

About Our Guest:

Monica Pierre is a keynote speaker and motivational performer, a three-time Suncoast Emmy Award winning reporter and producer, and storyteller who ignites audiences through the power of character-driven monologues. Monica specializes in helping leaders and entrepreneurs tap into the power of their own stories. Monica has a new program to help leaders learn to tell their story.

Connect with Monica:

Website

Facebook

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Create Your Joy Job Now Using Human Design with Michelle Pecak, Chief Vibe Officer, My Vibe

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Michelle Pecak shares with host Natalie Benamou how she went from scaling billion-dollar companies through pricing strategies to realizing her real superpower and aligning her joy to her job. Michelle brings Human Design into the conversation as a way to see those patterns with more clarity.

Thank you Michelle Pecak for being a valued member and alliance partner of HerCsuite®!

About Our Guest:

Twenty years in Corporate America taught me what misalignment feels like. When I learned my Human Design, everything clicked. I realized I had been working in systems that were never built for how I naturally lead. As a 5/1 Projector, I see what others miss. I bring clarity to complexity, align people with purpose, and design systems that work better for everyone. That has always been my gift. When you work in alignment with how you are wired, momentum follows. Success becomes sustainable. Impact becomes natural.

Connect with Michelle Pecak:

My Vibe Human Design

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5 Secrets You Need Today to Stay Relevant with Natalie Benamou, Founder, HerCsuite®

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou discusses AI and AEO. AI and AEO influence the way we search, but staying in demand is also about how we show up and how we lead.

This episode is releasing the day before Thanksgiving in the U.S., and I am grateful to all of you listening both here and in the 40 countries around the world.

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Coco Sellman – A Force For Good
Brenda Meller – LinkedIn Strategy (Episode 241)
Michelle Pecak – MyVibe Human Design
Bobbie Carlton – Innovation Women
Anastasia Lipske – Access Speakers
Jen Pestikas and Natalie Benamou Interview
Roz Usheroff – Breaking Barriers Podcast Interview
Mark Hunter and Meridith Elliott Powell Sales Logic Podcast
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‘The Bold Leader’ Launch Day Conversation with Leigh Burgess, CEO & Founder, Bold Industries Group

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:00:00 GMT

On today's episode, special guest Leigh Burgess joins host Natalie Benamou to celebrate the release of her new book, The Bold Leader. Leigh shares how burnout became a turning point that reshaped her life, her health, and her path forward. We explore the BOLD framework (Believe, Own, Learn, Design) and how it grew out of her own transformation.

Thank you Leigh for being a featured guest today and special gratitude to Michelle Pecak for introducing us!

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Leigh Burgess is a bestselling author, speaker, and founder of Bold Industries Group. With her signature BOLD Framework, she empowers others to lead with purpose, and through events, coaching, and The Bold Lounge Podcast, she inspires bold action and builds community. Leigh is a regular contributor to Forbes and Entrepreneur and was named a Top 25 Changemaker by SUCCESS Magazine.

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Why Board Directors Need the Mirror Effect Today with Sheila Gujrathi MD

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:03:00 GMT

On today's episode, special guest Sheila Gujrathi MD, a TEDx speaker, bestselling author, health investor, and board leader serving on six boards, joins host Natalie Benamou to talk about her career path. Listen in to this conversation about leadership, authenticity, and her new bestselling book The Mirror Effect.

About Our Guest:

Sheila Gujrathi MD, biotech entrepreneur and executive, healthcare investor, and drug developer with over 25 years of experience in the industry. She’s founded, built, and run numerous biotech companies. Sheila is co-founder of the Biotech CEO Sisterhood, a group of trailblazing female CEOs, and the South Asian Biopharma Alliance.

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Why Now Is the Best Time to Engage on LinkedIn, with Brenda Meller, Chief Engagement Officer, Meller Marketing

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 09:00:00 GMT

On today's episode, special guest Brenda Meller, one of LinkedIn’s most trusted voices and a leading expert on building genuine engagement, joins host Natalie Benamou to share practical, real-world ways to strengthen your presence on LinkedIn, without spending hours online or feeling like you have to be inauthentic to your personal brand. Hear details about how to keep your profile current so it reflects your professional story today while looking forward thinking and not focused on the past.

About Our Guest:

Helping the self-employed, executives, and corporate teams enjoy a bigger slice of the LinkedIn pie, Brenda Meller is a former corporate marketer turned entrepreneur, national speaker, Chief Engagement Officer at Meller Marketing, author of "Social Media Pie: How to Enjoy a Bigger Slice of LinkedIn," and podcast host of "Enthusiastically Self-Employed".

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Elevate Your Presence And Over Deliver Every Day with Shontra Powell, Podcast Founder and Host Proven Not Perfect™ Podcast

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Shontra Powell, Senior Executive at Hubbell Incorporated and Founder and Host of Proven Not Perfect™ Podcast, shares with Host Natalie Benamou how intention, preparation, and authenticity can transform your career trajectory. Learn how showing up prepared and staying grounded in purpose can elevate your presence, strengthen your influence, and create lasting impact.

Thank you, Shontra, for being our featured speaker. Special gratitude to Kellogg Women@EMBA, where Shontra and Natalie met through a program where she and Naomi Kent were featured speakers.

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Shontra Powell is a proven corporate executive, leading global organizations through transformations, growth and high risk environments, Y2K, 2008 Financial Crisis, Digital Transformation, and Global Pandemic. Called upon as an effective people leader, Shontra has mentored many. She now expands her impact sharing meaningful podcast conversations with an audience of women driven for success, who enjoy talking about business, leadership, network, self-care, and spirituality.

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Rewrite Your Money Story Using the MeMoney™ Method with Linda Grizely, Founder Linda Grizely Ventures, LLC

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Linda Grizely joins host Natalie Benamou to share how the MeMoney™ Method helps women align their financial choices with what brings them joy and meaning. Together, Linda and Natalie explore how clarity, purpose, and self-value can shape a financial approach that feels energizing and deeply personal.

Thank you Linda for being a guest on today’s show and for being a valued member of HerCsuite®

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Linda Grizely empowers women to take control of their finances with confidence, clarity, and purpose. Creator of MeMoney™, Linda is the go-to voice in women's financial empowerment, sparking bold, values-driven money decisions.

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The Power of Reinvention: How Vision Redefined a CEO’s Purpose with Michelle Bockman, CEO, KeraLink International

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Michelle Bockman, CEO of KeraLink International, shares her story with host Natalie Benamou and reminds us what can happen when vision and purpose align. Michelle’s story is a powerful reminder that reinvention is about embracing unexpected opportunities and being open to possibilities.

About Our Guest:

Michelle Bockman is President & CEO of KeraLink International, a nonprofit focused on reducing corneal blindness globally by expanding eye care accessibility. With 25+ years of leadership at Fortune 100s and Silicon Valley startups, she brings strategic vision and a passion for innovation to her mission-driven role.

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Why Curiosity and AI Are the Keys to What’s Next with Natalie Benamou, Founder, HerCsuite®

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou reflects on how curiosity has been the constant through every pivot she's made, from launching HerCsuite® to creating HER HEALTHX, nonprofit focused on improving women’s health outcomes using Agentic AI.

📖 Power of What's NEXT: Bold Moves By Design Releases October 14th, 2025.

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Why Growing Your Network Prepares You for the Unexpected with Liesl Schmidt, COO and Board Director

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Liesl Schmidt, COO and Board Director, and host Natalie Benamou discuss the lessons in Liesl's chapter from Power of What’s NEXT: Bold Moves By Design. They explore why it’s never too early to grow your network, how to ask for what you want, and the power of saying yes to new chapters even before you feel ready.

Thank you Liesl for being on the show and a featured author in the bestselling Power of What's NEXT: Bold Moves by Design.

About Our Guest:

Liesl Schmidt is a financial executive, board leader, and transformation strategist with over 20 years of experience. As COO of River Valley Community Bank and former EVP at U.S. Bank, she has led finance, operations, HR, IT, and risk. A passionate advocate for women and community impact, she serves on several nonprofit boards. Liesl writes to inspire women to lead with clarity, courage, and confidence—especially during times of change. Liesl wears some other hats that bring her immense joy — wife, mother, and grandmother. She is also a member of HerCsuite® Women on Boards Mastermind program.

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Confidence + Experience: Your Profit Powerhouse Formula with Wendi O. Brown, Lieutenant Colonel (retired), Bestselling Author

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Wendi Brown discusses her chapter You Are a Profit Powerhouse in Power of What’s NEXT: Bold Moves By Design with host Natalie Benamou. Wendi shares how sees women over 50 as having an incredible advantage. Instead of slowing down, this is the moment to lean into everything you’ve learned and step forward with boldness.

Read Wendi's chapter in the new hardcover coming out October 14th! https://tinyurl.com/ye6yfb34

About Our Guest:

Wendi O. Brown is a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel with over two decades of distinguished and decorated service, including combat deployments, post-9/11 assignments at the Pentagon, and strategic planning roles supporting U.S. Africa Command, U.S. European Command, and NATO operations. She played a vital role in advancing joint readiness and cyber-integrated planning through contributions to initiatives like Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control (CJADC2) and NATO’s premier communications interoperability exercise, Steadfast Cobalt. A summa cum laude graduate, she holds two Master of Science degrees in Cybersecurity, including a specialization in Cyber Intelligence, from programs recognized by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security.

Today, she continues to serve national security as a Department of Defense contractor at U.S. Cyber Command, bringing expertise in cyber operations, strategic logistics, and high-stakes crisis response. Beyond her government service, Wendi is the founder of iSupportYou, LLC, a strategic advisory firm dedicated to helping visionary leaders execute with precision in high-pressure domains.

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3 Ways to Blend Career and Wellness with Stephanie Joong, Operational Leader and Founder

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Stephanie Joong shares her journey from traditional corporate leadership to solopreneurship, revealing to host Natalie Benamou how she's creating space for both professional excellence and personal fulfillment. Discover how her years of corporate training became the foundation for her entrepreneurial leap into the health and wellness industry.

Thank you Stephanie Joong for being a featured guest today. Shoutout to Hope Mueller, Jen Pestikas and Jackie Cetera the Thrive in 2025 Women's Conference Team.

About Our Guest:

With over 15 years in the life sciences industry starting as an engineer and transitioning to business leadership, Stephanie Joong has built a career she's deeply proud of. As a committed advocate for women in STEM, she volunteers actively providing situational coaching for college students, early-career professionals, grad school applicants, and career shifters. Now, she's applying that same mentorship approach to her own journey as she transitions from traditional corporate leadership to solopreneurship, creating space for both professional excellence and personal fulfillment.

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Accelerate Today: Energy and Money Mindset with Susan Glusica, Money Energy Master, Unrivaled Realizations LLC

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:08:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Susan Glusica, author of Money Energy Mastery, discusses her book with host Natalie Benamou. She explains how money is energy and shares the seven levels of money consciousness, as well as the three challenges that hold ambitious women back. She offers practical ways to raise your financial frequency so you can attract not only more money, but also more meaning and joy.

About Our Guest:

Susan Glusica, the UNRIVALED REALIZER, humanizes the fastest path to receiving more money as a stand for UNAPOLOGETIC PROSPERITY. Her clients quickly add money to their bank accounts…WITHOUT more bandwidth, working longer/harder, or inconsistency.

In 2018, after a 20-year corporate career and 8 years of helping people directly with their financial plans, she created her signature coaching program, Money Realities & Realizations.

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Don't Wait to Start Designing What's Next with Natalie Benamou, Founder HerCsuite®

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou shares why so many women are wondering about the roles that no longer light them up and how to move forward with clarity. We will uncover what might be holding you back from living your best life...and it isn't what you think. Crossroads moments don’t have to hold you back! They can become the starting point for prosperity, growth, and abundance.

Join Natalie Benamou, and Lisa Sakai, Founder of One Vision Retirement and Natalie Benamou, Founder of HerCsuite® and Featured Instructor Michelle Pecak on Human Design.

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Leading Through Change: The Trust Factor No One Talks About With Jennifer Lentner, Founder, Soundtrack Consulting

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Jennifer Lenter, founder of Soundtrack Consulting, sits down with host Natalie Benamou and explores the importance of trust being at the heart of all communication strategy. This conversation is both personal and deeply meaningful for both women, as they collaborated on very large trade show projects together and Jennifer is a valued member of HerCsuite®.

Heartfelt thanks to Jennifer Lentner for being both a longtime client and an inspirational member of HerCsuite®. This conversation is a reminder of how trust, context, and clarity shape leadership in every season of change.

About Our Guest:

Jennifer Lentner is an experienced internal communications leader who specializes in helping executives engage employees during times of growth and change. Known for simplifying complex information into clear, relatable messages, she equips leaders to communicate in a way that reflects their authentic style.

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AI for Bold Leaders: How to Plan 3 Years Ahead with Carolyn Lowe

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Carolyn Lowe, CEO of ROI Swift and author of Business Growth Do’s and Absolute Don’ts, and host Natalie Benamou talk about how AI is reshaping leadership, strategy, and growth. From building AI-powered board personas to predicting customer behavior, Carolyn shares how leaders can think three years ahead and stay competitive in a rapidly changing market.

About Our Guest:

Carolyn Lowe is CEO of ROI Swift and a force in Amazon marketplace strategy. She’s helped over 150 brands generate more than $100M in revenue while staying laser-focused on profitability, efficiency, and performance. Today, she’s here to share how brands doing $3M–$50M in annual revenue can scale smarter, not harder, on Amazon.

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The Right Leadership Mix: Think Differently, Reflect the Customer with Amanda Clark, CEO, WellBiz Brands, Inc.

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Amanda Clark, CEO of WellBiz Brands, shares with host Natalie Benamou how the “right mix” in leadership drives innovation, fuels growth, and creates thriving brand communities. From franchising to boardrooms, Amanda offers real-world insights into intentional hiring, building women-led teams, and creating space for leaders to bring their authentic perspectives.

About Our Guest:

Amanda Clark, CEO of Wellbiz Brands, is a dynamic leader in the beauty and wellness industry. With a passion for empowering women and fostering business growth, Amanda brings a visionary approach to franchising, entrepreneurship, and board leadership. She is committed to creating opportunities for women to lead and shaping what’s next in business.

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Living Boldly One Mile at a Time with Laurie Wessels, President, The Wessels Group

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, returning special guest Laurie Wessels, president of The Wessels Group, shares with host Natalie Benamou what it truly means to design a life of purpose and adventure. If you’ve been thinking about a change, this conversation is your invitation to take the first step and trust that the path will reveal itself. Listen now and start imagining: What could your next chapter look like if you gave yourself permission to live it boldly?

Thank you Laurie for being our featured guest today and founding member of HerCsuite®. Grateful for you being a huge inspiration for Power of What's NEXT: Bold Moves By Design.

About Our Guest:

Laurie Wessels, MBA, is a seasoned Senior Executive, Consultant, and Executive Coach with more than 40 years of success in the pharmaceutical, engineering, higher education, and executive coaching industries. Leveraging extensive experience, she designs coaching, mentoring, and training programs for an array of small and Fortune 500 companies. Laurie has held teaching positions at Northwestern University, DePaul, and Lake Forrest Graduate School of Management. She teaches and designs courses in Leadership, Project Management, Team Building, Decision Making, Coaching, and Change Management.

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One Pivot, a Lot of Courage, and a New Beginning with Nancy Hedlund, Managing Director, MedNavigate, LLC

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Nancy Hedlund, managing director of MedNavigate, talks with host Natalie Benamou and shares how she returned to grad school in her 40s, being a mom of 4 children. Her story is one of clarity, resilience, and bold reinvention.

This conversation is part of the Power of What’s NEXT : Bold Moves By Design author series, featuring the authors who are redefining their future.

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Nancy Hedlund is a global senior healthcare executive, advisor, and scientist with over 30 years' experience at leading firms including Astellas, Baxter, and AmerisourceBergen in addition to having spent time as health system pharmacist. She holds a PhD in Public Health Sciences focusing on Health Economics and Policy. As Managing Director of MedNavigate, LLC, Nancy empowers biotech, medical device, and diagnostic companies by combining research science, analytics, and clinical practice to drive market adoption. As an outcome-driven advisor, she translates complex science into clear, patient-centric business decisions, enabling clients to bring their products to market with clarity and confidence.

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Why the World Needs to Hear Your Story with Cyndy Wulfsberg, Author

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Cyndy Wulfsberg talks with host Natalie Benamou about the courage it takes to share your story and why your voice matters now more than ever. Cyndy opens up about her journey from quiet writing to published author, and how her chapter in the new book Power of What’s Next: Bold Moves by Design reflects how our stories are worth sharing.

Together they explore what it means to embrace your next chapter with purpose, even when others don’t understand, and how telling your story can create connection, community, and personal freedom.

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Cyndy Wulfsberg has lived in six states, one territory and two foreign countries. Her career spans university teaching, elected public office, consulting, conflict resolution and negotiations, lobbying, and national and international marketing and sales. Her recently published book, Ghost or Guardian, A Guide for the Pre-Dead, Do these things before you die so your heirs won’t hate you later, is the result of serving as Executor for four family members and is delivered with a dose of humor. She is an author and lives in Michigan with her husband, cats, and bees.

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The Power of Choosing a Nonlinear Career Path with Jennifer Peters, Life Sciences Marketing Leader

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Jennifer Peters, a visionary Life Sciences executive and an author in the upcoming anthology Power of Next: Bold Moves by Design, sits down with host Natalie Benamou. Jennifer shares her deeply personal journey, one shaped by resilience, reinvention, and the power of saying “yes” to unexpected turns. She opens up about navigating ageism, redefining success, and why letting go of titles can be the ultimate power move.

🔖 Mark your calendar for August 5th and join us in celebrating the release of Power of Next: Bold Moves by Design. Join our list!

Special thanks to Jennifer Peters for being a featured guest on the podcast, a valued member of HerCsuite® NEXT Career and an author in Power of What's Next: Bold Moves By Design.

About Our Guest:

Jennifer is an accomplished brand strategist, marketing leader and entrepreneur in the Life Sciences industry. She has held leadership positions in commercial and marketing communication organizations. Jennifer is the quintessential connector who is passionate about helping others particularly people living with rare diseases. She is an avid golfer, photographer and true crime enthusiast. Her proudest accomplishment is raising a beautiful daughter as a single mother. She lives in Chicago with her husband and beloved yellow lab Oliver.

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You’re Not Done Yet..Your Story Holds the Power of What’s Next with Natalie Benamou, Founder, HerCsuite®

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou and Founder of HerCsuite® shares the journey that sparked The Power of What’s Next: Bold Moves by Design, a new anthology featuring powerful stories from women redefining relevance after 50.

The Power of What’s Next launches August 5th on Kindle for just $0.99 for one day only. Join the list and be the first to know!

Grateful to the 8 authors of Power of What's Next: Dianne Boyer, Wendi Brown, Nancy Hedlund, Jennifer Peters, Liesl Schmidt, Laurie Wessels, Janet Winkler and Cyndy Wulfsberg.

To the amazing publishing team of Hope Mueller, Jen Pestikas and Hunter Street Press.

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The Ripple Effect of Doing Less on Purpose with Gabs Hayes, Founder, Overwhelmed & Over It

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Gabs Hayes, the Founder of Overwhelmed & Over It, is welcomed by host Natalie Benamou for an honest and empowering discussion about what it really means to slow down—and why it matters more than ever. Gabs shares her personal story of shifting from a corporate career to entrepreneurship, and how the loss of her son changed her outlook on life and leadership. What followed was not just a pivot, but a complete reframing of success, balance, and what’s actually sustainable.

About Gabs Hayes

Gabs Hayes is a mentor for parent entrepreneurs, helping them build focused, burnout-free businesses. After losing her son, she redefined success around time, family, and purpose. Now she leads Overwhelmed & Over It, a village for founders who refuse to choose between raising kids and building a business. She also leads The Village, a community designed for parents building businesses while raising families, offering connection, mentorship, and room to be fully human.

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Boards Growth & AI: How to be Ready for What’s Coming with Meg Crosby, Co-Founder of PeopleCap Advisors

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 08:00:00 GMT

Leadership is evolving and so are the conversations happening inside today’s boardrooms. Listen in to host Natalie Benamou talks with Meg Crosby about what boards, CEOs, and executive leaders need to focus on now.

Meg is Co-Founder of PeopleCap Advisors, a board director, and co-author of Running the Gauntlet: Essential Questions CEOs and Boards Should Be Asking. She brings a practical, people-first approach to board leadership, culture, and growth—and this episode delivers insights you can use right away.

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And mark your calendar: Meg Crosby joins us as a featured speaker for the Women on Boards Mastermind on July 18—an exclusive gathering for women advancing to board leadership.

About Our Guest:

Meg Crosby is a founding Principal of PeopleCap Advisors, a consulting practice specializing in empowering leaders and elevating organizations. She is a strategic advisor to CEOs, Boards and Investors and a recognized thought leader in people strategy, organizational culture, and organizational growth. Prior to founding PeopleCap, Meg enjoyed a successful career in HR at Credit Suisse and Google.

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Natalie Benamou is Founder of HerCsuite®, the first professional women's network and masterminds for women leaders, board directors and entrepreneurs. She also serves as President and CEO of HER HEALTHX, a nonprofit bridging the care communication gap and improving health outcomes for women.

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Design Your Portfolio Life: Mindset, Money, and What Comes Next with Lisa Sakai, Founder, One Vision Financial

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Lisa Sakai, founder of One Vision Retirement and Bucket List Financial Planner, shares the secret to to designing the life of your dreams with host Natalie Benamou. Whether you're contemplating a career pivot, exploring board service, or dreaming of starting a mosaic career, this episode will shift how you think about what’s possible and how to fund it.

Lisa and Natalie are thrilled to be launching a Portfolio Career Program designed to help you move into your next chapter with clarity, confidence, and the right strategy. Find out more here.

About Our Guest:

Lisa Sakai is a Financial Consultant who works with clients on Bucket List Acceleration, getting to live the life they want now. As the co-founder of One Vision Retirement, she has been working with clients across the country for over 12 years. Lisa's advice provides easy to understand, baby steps that people can take action on right away.

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Reinventing Careers: Journey from Marketing to Fashion, with Dianne Boyer, Founder Dianne in Style

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou sits down with special guest Dianne Boyer, who made a bold move in her 60s from a successful career in corporate marketing to becoming a fashion stylist helping women over 50 feel confident. Dianne shares her path from leading national campaigns at General Motors to launching a blog in honor of her mother with her niece. Her story is filled with warmth and clarity as she explains why style is more than matching pieces of clothing, it’s creating a personal brand.

Dianne is a Brand Builder Sponsor at the Thrive in 2025 Women’s Leadership Conference in Chicago. She is also a featured author in the anthology with other women over 50 in The Power of What's Next: Bold Moves by Design, launching in August 2025. Dianne’s story will inspire you to think differently about what’s possible—and remind you that reinvention has no age limit.

Thank you Dianne, for being a valued member of HerCsuite and author in the upcoming anthology! Meet Dianne in person at the Thrive in 2025 Conference June 25th and June 26th in Chicagoland.

About Our Guest:

Dianne Boyer is a personal stylist helping women over 50 feel confident and current through style. With a background in corporate and fashion marketing, she now empowers women to express themselves through style that reflects who they are today. Her styling tips have been featured on TV, Real Simple, People, and Today.com. Dianne believes it’s never too late to love what you see in the mirror.

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The Secret Power Behind Women-Led Business Growth with Jackie Joy, Chief Strategy, Development Officer, Executive Trainer, The Perfect Plan

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Jackie Joy, Chief Strategy Officer at The Perfect Plan, talks with host Natalie Benamou to uncover the exciting data behind the economic surge that is about to take place fueled by women’s leadership. Whether you’re scaling your own venture or reimagining what’s next in your career, this episode offers actionable insights and inspiring momentum to lead with purpose—and profit.

BONUS: Jackie shares a free resource from The Perfect Plan, revealing what top performers do differently. Listen in, get the download, and multiply your own impact.

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Don't Miss Your Chance to Thrive in '25 with Erin Gallagher, Founder, Ella and The Hype Women's Movement

Wed, 28 May 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Erin Gallagher, founder of Ella and the Hype Women Movement, shares with host Natalie Benamou why Thrive in 2025 Women's Conference is unlike any event. Erin isn’t just delivering the keynote; she’s staying, engaging, and co-creating an immersive experience that’s built by and for women. Together, Natalie and Erin go deep into what it means to challenge long-standing norms, why women are done shrinking, and how we can build a new leadership economy rooted in collaboration—not competition.

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Erin Gallagher is the CEO and founder of Ella, an inclusive network expanding women’s access to human, social, and financial capital, and the Founder of the Hype Women Movement and Podcast. With 20 years of experience in global marketing, business development, organization and culture change, she is a small business owner, entrepreneur, and mother of two.

Erin was named a 2023 Top 100 LinkedIn Creator, Top 10 DEI Voice (#5), and recognized for the Top 100 Most Influential LinkedIn Posts of the Decade. Pre-order Erin’s book, Hype Women: Karma Is Our Currency.

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Dream Bigger: Why Now Is the Time to Go All In, with Natalie Benamou, Founder, HerCsuite®

Wed, 21 May 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou, founder of HerCsuite®, encourages you to reclaim your vision and imagine what’s possible—especially if you're in the second half of your career. If you’ve ever questioned whether now is the right time, this is your sign to pick your dream back up—and hold on tight.

The Thrive in 2025 Women’s Conference is where women leaders came together to shape what’s next in boardrooms, in businesses, and in life.

You belong here and we can’t wait to cheer you on.

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Lessons Learned: Pivot Any Problem Into a Solution with Natalie Benamou, Founder, HerCsuite®

Wed, 14 May 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou shares real-world lessons from navigating major business challenges and how she turned setbacks into powerful solutions. As a lifelong problem solver, Natalie reveals how her ability to pivot quickly, think strategically, and stay future-focused helped her overcome not one, but two unexpected hurdles—and come out stronger.

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[Top Podcast Replay] 4 C-suite Strategies to Amplify Your Success with Dr. Ronicka Briscoe, Founder, Winning on the Road LLC

Wed, 07 May 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's podcast replay, special guest Dr. Ronicka Briscoe shares the strategies and mindset shifts that have helped her and women she interviewed step into high-impact leadership roles. From developing a leadership mindset to supporting the next generation, this episode offers real-world insights to help you grow with intention.

Dr. Briscoe is a featured speaker at the Thrive in 2025 Women's Conference in Chicago, June 25-28th. Thank you Dr. Briscoe for being on the show today. We can't wait to see you in real life in Chicago!

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Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Launch Your Portfolio Career with Natalie Benamou, Founder, HerCsuite®

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou discusses portfolio careers. Whether you’re still in your corporate role, recently retired, or navigating a pivot, the idea of creating multiple income streams has never been more important or more possible. She reveals why now is the moment to take control of your future. With rising burnout, layoffs, and uncertainty, women over 40 are stepping into careers designed on their terms and finding new ways to achieve financial stability along the way.

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Practical Advice for Starting a 7-Figure Business with Kym Insana Founder and CEO, AlwaysOn Digital

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Kym Insana, founder and CEO of AlwaysOn Digital, opens up to host Natalie Benamou. She shares what it took to start again, why she prioritized people over hustle, and how a culture of trust and flexibility helped her grow a business that truly works—for everyone involved.

Thank you to Kym for being on the show. It was especially meaningful to connect with a leader who fearlessly looked for a way to both thrive as a business owner, mother and making an impact.

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Special gratitude to our editor, Lina La Rue Gomez.

About Our Guest:

Kym Insana is a multimillion-dollar business owner, digital marketing expert, wife and mother of four boys. The founder of AlwaysOn Digital, helping leading brands reach the masses across traditional and digital campaigns generating consumer interaction and sales so they can scale. Top brands like Enfamil lean on Kym’s expertise.

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Why CEOs Need Grit — And How to Develop It with Aviva Leebow Wolmer, CEO Empower Leadership, LLC

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Aviva Leebow Wolmer, executive coach, Vistage Chair, and CEO of Empower Leadership LLC, tells host Natalie Benamou about what it really takes to lead through challenge and constant change. From the courtroom to the boardroom, Aviva’s path has been shaped by one consistent theme: impact through resilience. This conversation offers insight, connection, and reassurance that you're not alone.

Thank you Aviva for being our featured guest today!

This podcast is sponsored by HerCsuite® Board Readiness Retreat. Join us May 1st-4th and land your next corporate board role.

About Our Guest:

Aviva Leebow Wolmer serves as a Chair in Georgia for Vistage, the world’s largest CEO

coaching and peer advisory organization for small and midsize businesses. As a

Vistage Chair, she leads two peer advisory groups of CEOs eager to accelerate

toward their goals, along with a group of growth-oriented key executives

committed to driving transformative change within their organizations.

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AI Tools and Financial Strategies Every Entrepreneur Needs to Grow with Carlyn Bushman, CEO, CMB Brands, LLC

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Carlyn Busman, powerhouse entrepreneur and educator, unpacks with host Natalie Benamou what every service-based business owner needs to know right now. From using AI to build custom SOPs and track strategy KPIs to navigating uncertain financial waters with confidence, Carlyn shares practical, real-world ways to grow your business without burning out.

Thank you Carlyn for being a featured guest today and for being a speaker for HerCsuite® Women Entrepreneur Mastermind.

About Our Guest:

Founder of Carlyn Bushman Consulting & POP Academy, Carlyn is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs through education that’s as structured as collegiate classes but tailored for the fast-paced world of business. As the driving force behind POP Academy, Carlyn creates a dynamic learning environment that blends real-world expertise with actionable insights, helping business owners transform knowledge into growth. With her deep experience in corporate leadership and small business ownership, Carlyn brings a hands-on, practical approach to consulting, guiding entrepreneurs toward sustainable success and profitability.

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Your Next Board Seat is Closer Than You Think: Here's How You Get it with Natalie Benamou, Founder HerCsuite®

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In this episode, host Natalie Benamou shares insights on landing a board role. Do you know what the number one myth about landing a board position is? It’s the belief that you need to be in the C-suite to qualify. The truth is, you don’t need to be in the C-suite to land a corporate board. But here’s the catch: many women struggle to navigate the board readiness process.

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Leading Innovation: How to Drive Change at Every Level with Robyn Bolton, Founder and Chief Navigator, Mile Zero

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Robyn Bolton, founder and Chief Navigator of Mile Zero and author of Unlocking Innovation, sits down with host Natalie Benamou. Robyn shares practical insights that make innovation feel more possible—and more urgent—than ever. Together, Natalie and Robyn explore how to lead innovation both at the organizational level and in your own career. From navigating internal roadblocks to finding your own path forward, Robyn offers real strategies grounded in experience, not theory.

About Our Guest:

Robyn Bolton works with senior executives at medium and large companies who are committed to using innovation to confidently and consistently drive revenue growth. She partners with organizations across a range of industries, including industrial goods, healthcare, consumer products, and education. In addition to her consulting work, Robyn is a professor in the Master of Design Innovation program at the Massachusetts College of Art and Design.

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Changing the Future of Women’s Heart Care with Dr. Simin Lee, Founder and CEO, Systole Health

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Dr. Simin Lee, board-certified cardiologist and CEO of Systole Health, shares her mission to change women's heart health with host Natalie Benamou. Dr. Lee discusses the urgent need for better cardiac care for women, the power of group medical visits, and how she’s revolutionizing access to life-saving treatment.

About Our Guest:

Dr. Simin Gharib Lee is a board-certified cardiologist and behavioral scientist trained at the Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA. In her experience as a physician, she has cared for many patients with obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, and other chronic conditions who yearn for comprehensive medical treatment that incorporates the power of social connection. In her free time, she runs marathons and enjoys every free minute with her husband and two sons. She holds a BA, MD, and MBA from Harvard University.

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Elevate Your Success By Focusing on Being with Megan Van Buiten, Co-Founder, People Conduit

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou sits down with her coach Megan Van Buiten, Co-Founder and Head of Mindset, Performance, and Leadership at People Conduit. Together, they explore how stepping away from the constant action of doing and instead focusing on being creates a powerful transformation. Megan's inspiring journey and actionable advice will encourage you to shine brightly on your unique path. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your understanding of self-discovery and identity alignment.

Special thanks to Megan for her coaching advice today!

About Our Guest:

Megan Van Buiten has 15 years of experience in leadership development, talent acquisition, and performance coaching. As the Co-CEO and Head of Mindset, Performance, and Leadership Coaching at People Conduit, she helps leaders build high-performing teams and navigate change with confidence. Known for her intuitive coaching style and strong networking skills, Megan is dedicated to fostering growth and lasting connections.

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Get Unstuck and Thrive in 2025-We Believe in You with Jen Pestikas and Natalie Benamou

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 13:53:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Jen Pestikas joins host Natalie Benamou to take you behind the scenes of Thrive in 2025, a groundbreaking women’s leadership conference designed to help you move from feeling stuck to truly unstoppable. Unlike traditional events that leave you inspired but without a roadmap, Thrive in 2025 is redefining the way women advance—through leadership development, mindset shifts, community support, and year-long accountability.

🚀 Join us at Thrive in 2025 and become a member of HerCsuite®! Secure your spot today and surround yourself with the connections, resources, and strategies to elevate your career.

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📅 Schedule a call to learn about the Thrive in 2025 Women’s Conference! Let’s talk about how this experience can help you achieve your goals.

Join us March 7th at 12 PM CT for a Webinar Driving Leadership, Equity, and Growth in 2025

About Our Guest:

Jennifer Pestikas is an executive leader, coach, and advocate for women’s career advancement. As the founder of Brave Women at Work, she empowers women to take bold action, overcome barriers, and negotiate for what they deserve. Learn more about Jen’s coaching, resources, and Brave Women at Work podcast at bravewomenatwork.com.

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Break Free from Regret and Create Your Best Future with LeeAnn Marie Webster, Speaker and Coach, Webster Enterprises

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest LeeAnn Marie Webster, attorney, keynote speaker, and creator of the Regret Release Method, joins host Natalie Benamou. Discover how LeeAnn’s personal tragedy shaped her mission to help women leaders let go of their "what ifs" and embrace life without limits. LeeAnn also shares insights from her upcoming book, That’s Regrettable: Releasing the Past to Fuel Your Future, a graphic exploration of real-life regrets and recoveries.

About Our Guest:

LeeAnn Marie Webster is an attorney, keynote speaker, and the creator of the Regret Release Method. With over 20 years of experience in coaching and marketing, LeeAnn has dedicated her career to empowering women to achieve their fullest potential without regrets. She is also a Moth StorySLAM winner and has been featured on MTV, NBC, The Huffington Post, and The Los Angeles Times. Join LeeAnn as she guides you through releasing your past and embracing a future filled with possibilities.

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Finding Calm from Chaos using this 3C Formula with Natalie Benamou, Founder, HerCsuite®

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 09:00:00 GMT

In this episode, host Natalie Benamou shares her strategies for shifting energy, finding your center, and reminding yourself that you have the power to feel grounded, supported, and uplifted. She discusses The 3 C Formula—Connection, Community, and Care—a simple way to bring more ease, joy, and resilience into your life.

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How to Prepare for Life’s Final Chapter with Cyndy Wulfsberg

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Cyndy Wulfsberg, author of Ghost or Guardian, sits down with host Natalie Benamou to talk about the practical and emotional aspects of end-of-life planning. From organizing key documents to deciding how you’ll be remembered, this episode will change how you think about leaving a legacy.

Start planning for your last chapter and visit fromthefilecabinet.com for free resources to help you prepare.

Thank you Cyndy for being a featured guest and a valued member of HerCsuite®.

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About Our Guest:

Cyndy Wulfsberg is a bestselling author of a book, Ghost or Guardian, A Guidebook for the Pre-Dead, which is for everyone considering mortality and what to do about it. The book addresses so much more than legal documents, although those are important, this book gently and humorously guides you through broader life considerations so you can take your leave as a Guardian or a haunting Ghost with no regrets.

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Leading with Purpose-Transform Your Business Into 'A Force For Good' with Coco Sellman

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Coco Sellman, founder and CEO of A Force For Good, entrepreneur, author, and advocate for purpose-driven businesses, joins host Natalie Benamou. They dive into the strategies that help leaders create sustainable, value-driven companies while navigating challenges like growth, mergers, and leadership transitions.

About Our Guest:

Coco Sellman leverages 25+ years of entrepreneurship to champion visionary women in business. As Founder & CEO of A Force for Good, she propels purpose-driven women founders towards exponential growth. Her venture, Allumé Home Care, achieved significant financial success before a successful exit. Her new book, A Force for Good, offers a strategic roadmap for women to lead transformative, high-growth companies.

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The Secret to Leadership Success: Prioritizing Your Well-Being with Irina Fursman

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Irina Fursman, CEO and Executive Health Coach at Odysseys into Wellbeing, joins host Natalie Benamou to explore how women leaders can transform their health into a strategic advantage. Chronic stress and overlooked health concerns can impact every system in the body, yet many women executives delay self-care until a crisis forces change. Irina shares how small, data-driven wellness strategies can help prevent burnout, enhance energy, and fuel success in your career and life.

About Our Guest:

Irina Fursman, FDN-P INHC, a former corporate executive, founded Odysseys into Wellbeing nine years ago to help women leaders over 40 transform health to fuel life and career. She addresses health issues caused by decades of chronic stress by uncovering hidden stressors and implementing data-powered personalized self-care systems. An MBA graduate from Chicago Booth, Irina is a Certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach.

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Thank you Irina for being on the show and special note of gratitude to Cathy Skala for introducing us!

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Unlocking Limitless Leadership: Authenticity & Success with Natalie Benamou

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 09:00:00 GMT

Welcome to the 200th episode of Women Leaders on the Move! Today we are celebrating a milestone that is about so much more than numbers. This episode is about honoring you, our listeners, and the incredible journey we’ve shared. It’s about stepping into your light, being unapologetically you, and redefining what it means to be relevant as women in leadership.

Two hundred episodes ago, this podcast began as a way to inspire women to lead authentically and unapologetically. Today, that mission feels more urgent and more relevant than ever.

This episode is dedicated to celebrating the lessons we’ve learned together and the powerful stories of women who are paving the way for others. Let’s reflect on these moments and what they teach us about stepping fully into our own authenticity.

Thank you for making this show a top 25 Women's Leadership podcast on Feedspot and for listening to our show!

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How Mara Smith Built a Women-Owned Tequila Brand from Scratch

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Mara Smith, founder and CEO of Inspiro Tequila, LLC, discusses her extraordinary journey from corporate lawyer to visionary entrepreneur with host Natalie Benamou. Mara shares her story of redefining the spirits industry with an all-women-led company that is female-owned, operated, and funded by women investors. Mara’s journey reflects her commitment to inclusion and innovation.

About Our Guest:

Mara Smith is the founder and CEO of Inspiro Tequila, a clean, additive-free tequila brand crafted with discerning female consumers in mind.. She is a mother of three and a former attorney and corporate strategist.

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From Burnout to Success: Leadership Lessons with Daisy Auger-Dominguez

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Daisy Auger-Dominguez, author of Burnt Out to Lit Up: How to Reignite the Joy of Leading People, joins host Natalie Benamou. Together, they explore how leaders can recognize burnout, build trust, and create a culture where teams can thrive together. Daisy shares her personal journey and offers actionable strategies to transform the way we lead.

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How Color Psychology Can Transform Your Goals with Heather Eck

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Heather Eck, multimedia abstract artist, joins host Natalie Benamou for a conversation about the transformative power of color. Heather shares her inspiring journey from a thriving corporate HR career to embracing her true calling as a full-time artist. With her unique gift of Synesthesia, she interprets and heals through the language of color, offering a fresh perspective on how hues can impact our lives.

Thank you Heather Eck for Being on the show today!

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How to Build Generational Wealth: Smart Financial Strategies with Ruby "SunShine" Taylor

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Ruby "SunShine" Taylor, the visionary founder of Financial Joy School, discusses the profound impact of building generational wealth with host Natalie Benamou. Ruby’s journey, shaped by resilience and fueled by purpose, began after a traumatic brain injury and transformed into a mission to close the wealth gap for Black, Brown, and disabled families. Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to elevate your financial journey, Ruby’s insights and Natalie’s thought-provoking questions will leave you motivated and ready to act.

About Our Guest:

Ruby "Sunshine" Taylor is the visionary founder of Financial Joy School, dedicated to closing the wealth gap through empowering Black, Brown, and disabled families. With a passion for justice and joy, Ruby inspires generational wealth-building through financial education, long-term investing, and intentional healing, helping others thrive with purpose and peace. Join Ruby at the Financial Family Reunion Summit on February 28 at the NASDAQ Entrepreneurial Center, San Francisco. Learn to launch brokerage accounts and empower families. More at FinancialJoySchool.com.

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Why Women Leaders Must Lean In Now More Than Ever with Natalie Benamou, HerCsuite®

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou shares her personal experience of leaning in and realizing that now more than ever women need to be comfortable being our authentic selves. Natalie discusses her self-doubt when she was interviewed for an article in Politico about the recent DEI news.

Gratitude from Natalie:

My hope today for you as we close out this year, is that you know you are valued. Now More than Ever you need to be you. Trust that you have all the experience you need to move forward. You are worth the effort to take your future to the next level.

I want to express my gratitude to all of you listeners for being here with me on the journey. The coming year will have more solo episodes from me and be focused on helping women now more than ever be in the c-suite, on boards and running amazing businesses.

I am grateful to all of my advisors and friends who have supported the transformation process and excited for the ways we will be making women feel valued and know you matter in HerCsuite®." Keep shining your light bright. The world Needs you.

References Shared on the Show:

Jackie Nimer, Megan Van Buiten and People Conduit
HerCsuite® Member Mary Ellen Giffels
HerCsuite® NEXT
Podcast Guests Mentioned: Deepa Purushothaman, Priya Nalkur, Anjana Sreedhar, and Karen Brown
Politico
SCORE Mentoring Program

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Redefining Success: How to Live and Lead with Purpose with Natalie Robinson

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Natalie Robinson, an accomplished healthcare leader turned entrepreneur, joins host Natalie Benamou. Natalie Robinson shares her transformative journey from a high-powered career in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries to relocating her family to Tuscany, Italy, to embrace a life filled with purpose. She discusses the valuable lessons she gained as a young athlete, how those experiences shaped her leadership style, and her decision to launch a lifestyle brand inspired by her passion for beautiful spaces and meaningful connections.

About Our Guest:

Natalie Robinson is a highly accomplished senior leader with over 19 years of experience in the Pharmaceutical-Biotech industry. As a visionary leader, she brings an enterprise approach to her role, focusing on strategy development and execution. Natalie's passion for leading people and impacting the business is evident in her inspiring and impactful leadership style. She is best known for her exceptional leadership skills, which have earned her multiple nominations as leader of the year, ultimately winning the prestigious award in 2020. With expertise in people development, sales, marketing, market access, analytical, and matrix management, Natalie is a well-rounded professional with a track record of success. Her ability to navigate complex business challenges and drive organizational growth furthers her reputation as an esteemed leader in the industry.

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How to Validate and Launch Your Next Big Idea with Elaina Zuke

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Elaina Zuker, CEO of Elaina Zuker Associates, joins host Natalie Benamou. Elaina, an influence expert with over 20 years of experience, shares her journey from selling encyclopedias in Montreal to becoming a leading ad executive in New York. Discover how to assess new ideas without bias, harness "portable power," and maintain influence during career transitions.

About Our Guest:

With over 20 years of experience as an Influence Expert, Influence Speaker, Influence Trainer, and International Best-selling Author, Elaina Zuker helps individuals and organizations enhance their success through Influence Skills and Portable Power. She is the founder and CEO of Elaina Zuker Associates, a consulting and training firm specializing in Influence, Assertiveness, Leadership, Creative Problem Solving, Goal Setting, and Time Management.

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Unlock Peak Performance: How Digging Deep Drives Success with Lei Wang

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Lei Wang, the first Asian woman to complete the Explorer's Grand Slam, joins host Natalie Benamou. Transitioning from a corporate career to becoming a world-class explorer, Lei shares her transformative journey of self-discovery, meticulous planning, and unwavering determination. Her story draws powerful parallels between conquering mountains and navigating the corporate world, offering valuable lessons in leadership, resilience, and personal growth.

About Our Guest:

Lei Wang is an international motivational speaker and executive coach, renowned as the first Asian woman to achieve the Explorer's Grand Slam. She inspires leaders to embrace challenges, build resilience, and lead with confidence. Her journey exemplifies the power of determination and the pursuit of extraordinary goals.

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Women Leaders & AI: How to Leverage Tech Without Losing Authenticity with Paige Arnof-Fenn

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Paige Arnof-Fenn, CEO of Mavens & Moguls, shares her transformative journey from Wall Street dreams to entrepreneurial success. Host Natalie Benamou dives into Paige’s inspiring story, unpacking valuable lessons in authentic leadership, digital branding, and the smart use of AI tools.

Thank you Paige for being our featured guest today.

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About Our Guest:

Paige Arnof-Fenn is the founder & CEO of global marketing and branding firm Mavens & Moguls based in Cambridge, MA. Her clients include Microsoft, Virgin, The New York Times Company, Colgate, venture-backed startups as well as non profit organizations. She graduated from Stanford University and Harvard Business School. Paige serves on several Boards, is a popular speaker and columnist who has written for Entrepreneur and Forbes.

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Take Control of Your Wealth: How Women Can Activate Financial Power with Janine Firpo

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Janine Firpo, Co-Founder and President of Invest for Better, joins host Natalie Benamou. Together, they explore how women can redefine their relationship with money, transform their financial goals, and leverage their wealth for positive impact.

Janine shares practical insights on how community, investment clubs, and purpose-driven financial choices can help women gain financial independence and shape the future they want to see.

Thank you Janine for being on the show today and for the collaboration with HerCsuite®.

About Our Guest:

Janine Firpo is a values-aligned investor and social innovator. In 2017 she left a successful 35+ year career in technology and international development to focus on how women can create a more just and equitable society through their financial investments. Her book, Activate Your Money, was published in May 2021. Later that year, Janine co-founded Invest for Better, a non-profit organization that helps women invest their money in ways that align with their values. In 2024, Forbes named Janine one of “50 Over 50” female leaders who continue to make impact later in life.

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Why Every Leader Needs Risk Management Skills with Princess Castleberry

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Princess Castleberry, a global speaker and CEO of Castleberry Global, and host Natalie Benamou explore leadership and taking risks. Princess shares her unique approach to leadership, focusing on the concept that every leader is, at their core, a risk manager. Drawing from her extensive experience in corporate risk management and her entrepreneurial journey, Princess offers practical advice on how to navigate risks, seize opportunities, and maintain resilience in the face of uncertainty.

Thank you Princess for sharing your insights with us today!

About Our Guest

Princess Castleberry is a Global Speaker with more than two decades of experience in Fortune 500 enterprise risk management, wellness, and learning design. She creates learning experiences that integrate wellness and risk strategies to overcome the challenges that prevent leaders, organizations, and bottom lines from growing. Princess has been featured at TEDxDetroit, in Fast Company Magazine, and other publications.

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Not Done Yet: How Women Leaders Can Embrace Their Next Chapter with Laurie Wessels

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Laurie Wessels, President of the Wessels Group, tells host Natalie Benamou her inspiring journey of courage and reinvention. Laurie made the bold decision to sell her townhouse, pack up her life, and set out on the open road in a camper. Through her story, we explore the exhilarating choice to break free from societal expectations and redefine life on her own terms.

Thank you Laurie Wessels for being our featured guest today and valued member of HerCsuite® NEXT!

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Why Women Must Get in the Game with Julie Castro Abrams

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Julie Castro Abrams, CEO of How Women Lead and Managing Partner of How Women Invest, sits down for a conversation with host Natalie Benamou. She shares her transformative journey from supporting the funding of 6,000 women’s businesses to leading initiatives that enhance women's representation in the C-suite, on corporate boards, and in the venture capital sphere.

About Our Guest:

Julie Castro Abrams is an expert in board governance, investing and is an experienced CEO movement builder and leader. As the CEO of How Women Lead, a network of over 24,000 women, she is dedicated to breaking ceilings for women individually and collectively. She is the Managing Partner of How Women Invest, the country’s largest venture fund focused exclusively on women founders.

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Master the Board Recruitment Process with Naomi Kent

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Naomi Kent, a seasoned board advisor expert, sits down with host Natalie Benamou. Naomi brings over two decades of experience working with boards, corporate consultants, and executive search firms. Together, they explore the journey of board recruitment, revealing what it takes to land a seat at the table. Naomi shares practical advice on preparing for board opportunities and insights into HerCsuite®’s board readiness retreats.

About Our Guest:

Naomi Kent has 22+ years working with boards of directors. She is a strategic Advisor to senior-level professionals seeking corporate board seats. Naomi is passionate about building the next generation of corporate board members.

Naomi Kent is HerCsuite® Boards Chair and Co-Founder of HerCsuite® Boards Retreat. Members have access to Naomi throughout the month and increase their chances of landing a board role.

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Trust Your Instincts for Better Health Outcomes with Pam Kohl

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, Pam Kohl, Patient Advocate, explores the critical role trusting your intuition when receiving health care with host Natalie Benamou. Pam shares her personal journey from an early breast cancer diagnosis to living with metastatic breast cancer, revealing her remarkable resilience and determination. Her story underscores the importance of trusting your instincts, advocating thorough testing, and staying informed to navigate the complexities of the healthcare system effectively.

Thank you Pam for sharing your story.

Join Pam Kohl and host Natalie Benamou on October 23rd for a panel discussion about Extravasation and Step Therapy at 11 AM CT/ 12 PM ET. Register here.

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About Our Guest:

Pam Kohl, a North Carolina native with over 40 years of experience in government and nonprofit management, has dedicated her career to breast cancer advocacy. As the former Executive Director of Susan G. Komen's North Carolina Triangle to the Coast Affiliate, she advocated for equitable breast cancer support and research across 29 counties. Pam directed the Komen Metastatic Breast Cancer Collaborative Research Initiative, focusing on finding treatments and cures, especially after her own battles with breast cancer. Diagnosed initially in 2009 with Stage 1 ER+ breast cancer and declared cancer-free in 2014, she faced a recurrence in 2016 and was diagnosed with Stage IV metastatic breast cancer in 2017. Her treatment regimen includes Verzenio, Fulvestrant, and regular scans.

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Building Freedom Through Work Travel and Community with Sandra Morno

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Sandra Morno, a tax expert and global traveler, shares her incredible journey of building a successful career that allows her to live and work from anywhere in the world. Sandra dives into how she transitioned from a traditional career path to a life of adventure and freedom, offering practical tips on managing a business remotely and the importance of financial planning.

Thank you Sandra for being our featured speaker and for HerCsuite® Entrepreneur Mastermind. Find out more about our monthly Entrepreneur Mastermind where women meet, refer and do business together.

About Our Guest:

Sandra Morno, Tax Strategist and digital nomad with 15 years’ experience.

She helps women entrepreneurs and those traveling/living abroad with US businesses manage their taxes. She teaches them to reduce tax anxiety and stop overpaying the IRS.

Now, she is in search of a home outside the US somewhere in Latin America.

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Embrace Your Authentic Leadership with Diana Patton

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Diana Patton, CEO of All Rise with Diana, shares her powerful story with host Natalie Benamou. She discusses overcoming personal trauma to become a leader and advocate for women. Diana emphasizes that authentic leadership comes from knowing who you are at your core and having the courage to live and lead by that truth. Her journey from a tumultuous childhood to a successful career in law and beyond serves as an inspiring example of resilience and empowerment.

Thank you Diana for being our featured guest today. Find out about the All Rise Summit in Chicago October 10-11, 2024.

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Diana R. Patton, Esq, is the CEO and Founder of the Rise with Diana consultancy, the All Rise Live Global Summit, and the Rise Advocates® Academy where she helps corporate women to speak up and advocates for themselves, to be seen, heard, and valued for their greatest work, so they get promoted and paid their worth. Diana’s experiences, as a former Civil Rights Attorney, Corporate Executive, and the hundreds of women she’s helped, provide the expertise to equip corporate women, and the organizations that they work for, to be more inclusive of the people that represent the customers and clients they serve.

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Knowing When to Make Customer-Centric Pivots with Natalie Benamou of HerCsuite®

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou is coming to you from the heart and sharing the journey of making client centric pivots to help advance more women. Explore the invisible shift many women are feeling in business today. Whether navigating barriers to promotions, overcoming burnout, or making a leap into entrepreneurship, the common thread is clear: business is changing, and it’s time to adapt. Drawing on her personal experiences and stories from other women leaders, Natalie shares the signs that it might be time to make your next big move.

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Mastering Open Source Intelligence with Cynthia Hetherington

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Cynthia Hetherington, the Founder and CEO of the Hetherington Group, sits down with Natalie Benamou. She transitioned from being a public librarian to an intelligence expert. This episode of Women Leaders on the Move reveals how OSINT is the secret weapon behind successful business intelligence, from managing global vaccine distribution to optimizing supply chains.

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Cynthia Hetherington, MLS, MSM, CFE, CII, OSC is the Founder and CEO of Hetherington Group, a consulting, publishing, managed services, and training firm that leads in due diligence, corporate intelligence, and cyber investigations. Throughout her career, she has assisted clients on thousands of cases using online open sources and databases as well as executing boots-on-the-ground operations. Cynthia provides specialized training for investigative professionals through the OSINT Academy, and has authored many industry-leading books on conducting cyber investigations.

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Building Trust in Strategic Alliances with Priya Mukhedkar

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Priya Mukhedkar [Mo ked car] draws from her extensive career at major companies like Disney and General Mills to share her strategies for driving iconic brand partnerships. She shares her expertise including managing global brands such as Paw Patrol, SpongeBob, and Star Wars offer rich insights into the balance of empathy and strategic thinking necessary for successful business development.

Thank you Priya Mukhedkar [Mo ked car] for being our featured guest and valued member of HerCsuite® network community.

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This interview is thanks to HerCsuite® ConnectHER. Members make introductions that lead to limitless opportunities. Lesly Marban introduced Marlo Lyons who in turn invited Priya Mukhedkar [Mo ked car] to HerCsuite®. All three leaders are members of HerCsuite® Boards Mastermind Circle.

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Priya Mukhedkar [Mo Ked car] is a Senior Executive Leader and has worked in business development, marketing and licensing partnerships for several consumer products categories with brands like Sponge Bob, PAW Patrol, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Star Trek, Yellow Stone and many others. Priya builds strategic alliances with major consumer product brands and has been the driving force behind some of the most iconic collaborations within big media, she is a proven strategic business leader who enjoys building and inspiring teams to maximize business growth.

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How Women Leaders Can Break Barriers in Leadership with Rachel Ernst

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Rachel Ernst, a passionate advocate for women's leadership, explores the challenges and opportunities women face as they rise to senior roles with host Natalie Benamou. Rachel shares her journey from a dedicated HR professional to launching her own venture focused on accelerating women in leadership. The discussion covers strategies for staying relevant, navigating the demanding expectations of higher leadership roles, and the importance of setting boundaries for work-life balance.

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Rachel Ernst progresses women in leadership using expertise gathered from 20 years in HR leadership. She was featured on Jane King's "Innovators" at the Nasdaq site, is a published Forbes author, and has been a guest on multiple HR leadership podcasts. She is committed to working on the movement for gender equity across all leadership levels.

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The Role of Community in Leadership Growth with Shelia Higgs Burkhalter

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Shelia Higgs Burkhalter (affectionately known as Shiggs) sits down with host Natalie Benamou. Hear firsthand insights from Shiggs’ trailblazing journey as the first Black senior leader at her university. Leveraging her 30 years of experience in higher education and a successful career as a certified executive and leadership transitions coach, Shiggs takes us through her career journey. She shares insights from her powerful story “Meet the Moment” chapter featured in the bestselling book Brave Women at Work: Lessons in Leadership.

Meet Shiggs and Natalie at a virtual book signing event: August 30th, 2024.

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Shelia Higgs Burkhalter, known as "Shiggs," is a bestselling author, speaker, and certified Executive & Leadership Transitions Coach with 30 years of experience in higher education. She's was recognized by NASPA as a Pillar of the Profession for her impactful contributions in student affairs. She coaches with a focus on heart-centered leadership, values and energy.

Shiggs is a valued member of HerCsuite® Network Community and part of the Brave Women at Work and Your Whole Self Circles. She is a featured speaker and will be on stage at the Thrive in 2025 Conference. Registration is opening soon!

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One Simple Step to Find Career Fulfillment with Marlo Lyons

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Marlo Lyons, a seasoned career coach and executive leader, sits down with host Natalie Benamou. Together they explore the transformative power of taking a pause. Marlo shares her unconventional career journey, from TV news reporting to law and HR, and ultimately to coaching. Through it all, she discovered that true career fulfillment often begins with a single, simple step: pausing to reflect on what you really want.

Thank you Marlo for being a valued member of HerCsuite® Boards and Entrepreneur Mastermind Connect Circles and a featured guest on our podcast.

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Marlo Lyons has spent more than 20 years inspiring, motivating, and empowering people to excel in their careers and businesses. Marlo transitioned her own career from TV news reporter for more than a decade to entertainment lawyer, to HR Business Partner in both entertainment technology and the medical technology industries, to career, executive, and team coach. Marlo's human resources, career coaching, and leadership expertise combined with her own personal career transitions and experience coaching hundreds of clients has provided her unparalleled expertise and insights.

Marlo is also the award-winning author of ‘Wanted: A New Career’ and this fall, her second book, 'Wanted -> My First Career' will be released.

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How Persistence Drives Success with Insights from Kate Wolff

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 10:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Kate Wollf, the resilient CEO and Founder of Lupine Creative, sits down with host Natalie Benamou to share her extraordinary entrepreneur journey. Influenced by her trailblazing grandmother, Kate's career spans major advertising agencies and even a stint at Theranos. Her story unfolds with remarkable triumphs and profound challenges, culminating in the launch of her innovative new product, LumiCup.

Thank you Kate for being a featured guest and sharing your story.

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Kate Wolff founded LA-based ad agency Lupine Creative – amid the pandemic – to lead brands to culture. To champion change, she adopted additional roles: as one of adland’s foremost LGBTQ+ inclusion voices by co-chairing Do the WeRQ and as a sustainable goods brand founder behind LumiCup.

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The Transformative Power of Vulnerable Storytelling with Priya Nalkur

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Priya Nalkur, E.d.D. President of Roundtable Institute, explores the power of being vulnerable using storytelling with host Natalie Benamou. Priya shares highlights from her book Stumbling Towards Inclusion: Finding Grace in Imperfect Leadership. The two explore strategies that include how to listen, empathize, and build inclusive, high-performing workplaces.

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Priya Nalkur is a Harvard & Yale-educated Psychologist, DEI facilitator and author talks leadership development practices for creating high-performing and inclusive workplaces.

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Amplifying Sustainability Through Reuse with Jessica Gonzalez

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Jessica Gonzalez, CEO of Happen Ventures, shares her remarkable journey from facing near-bankruptcy during the COVID-19 pandemic to building a successful business dedicated to sustainability and reuse. Learn how she transformed personal and professional challenges into opportunities, pivoting from event management to waste management innovation. Jessica's innovative approach ensures no resource is wasted while minimizing costs and amplifying sustainability.

Thank you Jessica for being our featured guest today.

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Connect CEO & Entrepreneur Jessica Gonzalez leads Happen Ventures as it transforms landfill-bound waste into valuable community resources. She possesses 16+ years of experience building & scaling international startups from the ground up. Jessica is a Latina woman and proud single mother to her amazing children, and she embraces that the path to building a business has never been easy for her, but she lives and works with the attitude that "nothing is impossible.”

Happen Ventures bridges the gap between companies and communities by diverting reusable products wrongly going to landfills and provide them to people in need.

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Why Engagement Happens in Three Seconds with Sheila Rondeau

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Sheila Rondeau, the visionary CEO of MOGXP and retired Army First Sergeant, sits down with host Natalie Benamou. Sheila shares her compelling journey and unveils her philosophy on balancing creativity with meticulous planning and rigorous analysis. Her experiences managing large-scale events, like the Charmin luxury restrooms in Times Square, offer a treasure trove of insights into creating memorable brand experiences through sensory immersion and genuine engagement.

Thank you Sheila for being a featured guest today!

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Sheila Rondeau is the founder of MOGXP, marketing operations group - Experiential. They invent and create customized experiential marketing. Think… Pop-up stores, social media and large-scale in-person events // PR stunts, VIP hospitality experiences, trade shows // unique events that’ll create conversations about our clients. Sheila started with experiential marketing at Anheuser-Busch and worked with some of the best-known brands in the world. Sheila is also a retired Army First Sergeant.

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Navigating Career Progression with Lessons from Cate Hollowitsch

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Cate Hollowitsch, Chief Marketing Officer of Nesnah Ventures, sits down with host Natalie Benamou and explores what it means to take two steps forward and one step back. Together they explore Cate’s multifaceted career journey and the unexpected pitfalls of self-preservation in corporate culture.

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Cate Hollowitsch is the Chief Marketing Officer for Nesnah Ventures. She is a 2024 Titans of Industry for the state of Wisconsin, and TEDx Speaker. She created the F.E.A.R. Framework™ for Selfless Leadership. She is also the author of Confidence Counts, and Mastering the Game of Office Politics and a professor in digital marketing.

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How Selling Girl Scout Cookies Builds Sales Confidence with Jean Wright

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Jean Wright, seasoned sales professional, sits down with host Natalie Benamou. Jean is a Sales Confidence Builder and shares how those early lessons in persistence and persuasion laid the foundation for her successful career across various industries. From tackling the nuances of selling services versus products to penning her inspiration-filled book, Selling Your Confidence: Forging a Successful Sales Career with Mint Cookies to Martinis, this conversation is packed with insights and inspiration.

About Our Guest:

Jean Wright is a seasoned sales professional with a four-decade career in various industries including personnel agencies, sports entertainment, business office services, member organizations, and print/digital media. She has earned recognition for exceptional customer service and sales expertise, ascending to management-level positions. Her debut book, "Selling Your Confidence: Forging a Successful Sales Career from Mint Cookies to Martinis," documents her sales journey, from selling Girl Scout Cookies at age 11 through her adult sales career. Her real-life stories offer valuable insights and practical sales tips for prospecting, networking, and closing deals confidently.

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Heart Care is Self-Care with Patty Jassak

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Patty Jassak, a nurse and expert in medical affairs, sits down with host Natalie Benamou. Patty has an extensive career journey in nursing and medical leadership and shares her personal experiences with hypertension. This episode offers invaluable insights and practical advice for women to take control of their heart health.

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Unveiling Women's Superpowers in Mergers and Acquisitions with Jennifer J. Fondrevay

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou sits down with special guest Jennifer Fondrevay, Chief Humanity Officer at Day One Ready and author of Now What: A Survivor's Guide for Thriving Through M&A. Jennifer shares her career journey and the powerful roles that intuition, empathy, and emotional intelligence play in M&A success. Jennifer also offers actionable advice for women aspiring to board roles, emphasizing the importance of human capital management and the often-overlooked process of re-interviewing for jobs post-acquisition.

Thank you Jennifer for being a featured speaker today!

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Jennifer J. Fondrevay is the Chief Humanity Officer at Day One Ready and the author of "Now What: A Survivor's Guide for Thriving Through M&A." With extensive experience in M&A, Jennifer focuses on the human side of business transformations, helping companies and leaders navigate the complexities of mergers and acquisitions.

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Inside Think Like a Brand Act Like a Startup with Lauren Perkins

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Lauren Perkins sits down with host Natalie Benamou and explores all things entrepreneurship. Hear the behind the scenes story of her new book released June 11th, Think Like a Brand, Act Like a Startup. Lauren shares her journey from journalism to community management and brand marketing. Lauren’s expertise in scaling businesses across startup and corporate landscapes offers rich, actionable insights for entrepreneurs at every stage.

Don’t miss out on the valuable lessons from Lauren Perkins’ journey and her latest book, "Think Like a Brand. Act Like a Startup." available on Amazon.

Thank you, Lauren, for being a featured guest. Congratulations on your new book: Think Like a Brand, Act Like a Startup and for being a featured speaker for HerCsuite® Entrepreneur Circle.

Special thanks to Carlton PR.

About Our Guest:

Entrepreneurship is in Lauren Perkins' DNA. An expert at scale, she started and helmed multiple companies before pivoting to corporate innovation and venture building, helping thousands of startups and corporate innovations succeed. She’s best known as a General Assembly founding instructor, Columbia University entrepreneur in residence, Microsoft for Startups managing director, and the author of The Community Manager's Playbook.

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How to Cultivate Creative Passions for Business Success with Candice Lee MacAulay

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Candice Lee MacAulay sits down with host Natalie Benamou. From navigating the world of PR and communications to testing video games in Japan, Candice's unconventional path led her to become a successful romance novelist and a thriving e-commerce entrepreneur. Her journey is a testament to the power of pursuing what you love and finding fulfillment in unexpected places.

About Our Guest:

Candice Lee MacAulay is a multi-passionate creative entrepreneur, multi-six-figure bestselling author, singer-songwriter, amateur music producer, affirmation product designer, and e-com store owner. As a Creativity Facilitator she helps those with a creative soul that's been drained and neglected re-fill their creative well so they can find fulfillment and joy in life again.

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Building Strategic Connections for C-Suite Success with Liesl Schmidt

Wed, 29 May 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Liesl Schmidt, a seasoned leader with decades of experience in commercial banking, offers a masterclass on cultivating connections to pay it forward. Discover how intentional relationship-building and strategic alliances can open doors to remarkable opportunities and career advancements.

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We thank Liesl Schmidt for being a featured guest, speaker and member of HerCsuite® Boards Mastermind circle. Special thanks to Naomi Kent, HerCsuite® Boards Circle Chair for introducing us.

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Liesl Schmidt has spent over 30 years in commercial banking, with both Community and Super Regional banks. Currently, she is the Chief Operations Officer at River Valley Community Bank in Northern California, where she actively participates on their board. Before her current role, she was an Executive Vice President at U.S. Bank, the 5th largest bank in the United States.

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Empowering Women’s Health Outcomes with Anjana Sreedhar

Wed, 22 May 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, Anjana Sreedhar, a passionate advocate for women's health and a seasoned expert in organization development, sits down with host Natalie Benamou. Anjana sheds light on the historical and ongoing challenges women face in healthcare, while offering a hopeful outlook for the future. Her deep insights and thoughtful commentary provide valuable lessons for anyone interested in improving healthcare systems and supporting women's well-being.

We invite you to share, rate and review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform.

Special thanks to Priya Bathija, Founder and CEO of Nyoo Health, for introducing us!

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Anjana Sreedhar is the author of Health Care of a Thousand Slights, published in December 2020, about the history of health disparities among marginalized populations in the United States. She has a background in health care strategy and operations.

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How to Build a Burnout-Free Career and Life with Brooke Dukes

Wed, 15 May 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Brooke Dukes, CEO of BMD Consulting, discusses a life altering event 30,000 feet in the air with host Natalie Benamou. Brooke is not only an accomplished leader, but also a torchbearer for individuals striving to carve a career and life away from feeling the crush of burnout. Brooke takes us through her unique journey and shares profound insights from her new bestselling book, Burn On, Not Out: Finding Fulfillment Beyond Success.

Thank you Brooke for sharing these insights and for helping us all Burn On, Not Out!

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Brooke has used her corporate background and her expertise in human behavior transformation to empower women to take back control of their lives, to align their career paths with their true values, and to realize that happiness leads to success–not the other way around.

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Bridging the Gap Between Knowing and Doing with Margie Oleson

Wed, 08 May 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Dr. Margie Oleson, a renowned expert in applied psychology and behavioral science, discusses how we navigate the gap between knowing what to do and actually doing it.

Thank you, Dr. Oleson, for being on the show today, and a special thank you to Anastasia Lipske, Founder of Access Speakers, who connected us. Both Dr. Margie Oleson and Anastasia are members of HerCsuite® and we come full circle on our ecosystem with the original introduction from Bobbie Carlton, Founder of Innovation Women.

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The Power of Human Connections in Team Success with Kendall Wallace

Wed, 01 May 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Kendall Wallace, an expert in creating transformative experiences for leadership teams, joins host Natalie Benamou. Kendall shares insights from her diverse career journey, from traveling the world to working in tech and facilitating team off-sites that foster deep, meaningful interactions.

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Kendall Wallace is a master at creating meaningful experiences that make you feel more alive, connected with yourself, with nature, and with one another. She creates movie-like magical moments not on a screen but in real life.

In addition, she is an EFT practitioner and uses this in her coaching, helping people psychologically reprogram their subconscious. She now lives in the North Shore of Oahu, having been inspired to improve her surf skills and live her Blue Crush dreams. She also leads a monthly dinner club as well as a monthly entrepreneur circle.

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Pivot to Purpose: Navigating Career Shifts with Natalie Benamou

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou shares a personal story about seizing the moment and understanding that unexpected things happen. It's what we do next as leaders that matters most.

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How Women Leaders Can Elevate Their Visibility and Success with Dr. Alessandra Wall

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Dr. Alessandra Wall joins host Natalie Benamou to unravel the dilemma of ensuring our hard work is acknowledged and celebrated, especially for women looking to advance in their careers. Dr. Wall guides us on how to gain visibility and feel empowered to share our strength.

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Psychologist turned elite executive coach Dr. Alessandra Wall has a big problem to solve. Worldwide, smart, ambitious executive women work three times as hard for a fraction of the recognition they deserve.

She founded Noteworthy, an exclusive coaching and consulting firm, to advance these women and support companies that seek to retain, elevate, and attract them.

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How Women Can Rise to CEO: Insights from Jennifer McCollum

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Jennifer McCollum, President and CEO of Catalyst, reveals the blueprint for women's ascent to leadership roles. In this conversation with host Natalie Benamou, Jennifer talks about her book In Her Own Voice: A Woman's Rise to CEO, offering practical advice for women aiming for the top and the organizations championing their cause.

Thank you Jennifer McCollum for being a featured guest today. We especially appreciate HerCsuite® member Mylene Barizo for introducing us. You can meet amazing leaders like Mylene inside HerCsuite® network.

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Jennifer McCollum is on a mission to create better leaders and workplaces, by advancing women and promoting inclusivity.

She’s an accomplished CEO, speaker and consultant, and the author of the new book "In Her Own Voice: A Woman's Rise to CEO." This book uses data and personal stories to shed light on the unique challenges women face on their journey to leadership, providing actionable insights for aspiring leaders and organizations.

Jennifer was the first female CEO at Linkage, a global leadership development firm dedicated to "Changing the Face of Leadership." With over 25 years of experience building teams and organizations, she has a unique talent for crafting powerful visions and inspiring teams to turn them into reality. Her expertise includes how to close the gap to gender equity; why the most effective leaders are inclusive leaders; and how to demystify inclusion for leaders and organizations. Effective April 2024, Jennifer becomes the new President & CEO of Catalyst, a global nonprofit organization focused on gender equity and workplace inclusion.

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Bridging the Generation Gap Through Servant Leadership with Amy Scott

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Amy Scott, Founder of Kaleidoscope Strategies, and host Natalie Benamou explore shared insights on servant leadership's power to unify diverse teams. We're peeling back the layers of empathy, empowerment, and engagement, essential ingredients for any leader aiming to uplift their team in today's evolving workplace landscape.

Thank you Amy for sharing your insights today and for helping inspire leaders to use empathy, empowerment and engagement to bridge the generation gap.

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Amy Scott has decades of leadership experience. She specializes in bridging generational communication gaps in the workplace. Her mission is to foster meaningful connections between young professionals and managers, nurturing engagement and career progression through servant leadership principles.

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Mindset, Mentorship, and Making an Impact with Dr. Ronicka Harrison-Briscoe, Founder, Winning on the Road, LLC

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou is joined by special guest Dr. Ronicka Harrison-Briscoe, a distinguished leader whose life work embodies the essence of transformative leadership and community engagement. As an interdisciplinary scholar and a beacon of change, Dr. Briscoe shares her invaluable insights on fostering a leadership mindset, balancing professional and personal life, and the power of understanding one's innate strengths.

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Dr. Ronicka Harrison-Briscoe is a dynamic leader and interdisciplinary scholar, revered for her unwavering commitment to education and community transformation. With a career that spans nearly two decades, Dr. Briscoe's tireless dedication, expertise, and genuine passion have earned her a well-deserved reputation as a change-maker. Beyond her remarkable career in education, Dr. Briscoe is equally passionate about community transformation. Her commitment to change is exemplified through her extensive involvement in non-profit board service.

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Empowering Women's Health Conversations with Georgie Kovacs, Founder and CEO, Fempower Health

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Georgie Kovacs, Founder and CEO of Fempower Health, discusses health literacy with host Natalie Benamou. Georgie is leading the way in transforming her personal challenge with infertility into a movement. Fempower Health educates and inspires women to take charge of their health.

Thank you Georgie for being a guest on Women Leaders on the Move a HerCsuite® Radio podcast today!

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With over 20 years in healthcare, working for industry giants like Pfizer, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Pfizer, and Syneos, Georgie Kovacs founded Fempower Health in 2020 after personal infertility struggles. The platform offers women evidence-based insights, collaborating with experts to transform women's health narratives, ensuring access to essential knowledge and support.

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Charting a Path to the C-suite with Lisa Sellers, CEO, Vector Labs

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Lisa Sellers, CEO of Vector Labs, shares with host Natalie Benamou successfully rose to the C-suite by harnessing her strengths and leading with authenticity. They explore how Lisa discovered how by the key catalyst to propelling her career forward. Discover how being an authentic leader leads to personal growth.

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Lisa Sellers is a leader in life sciences with over 20 years of experience in the industry. As CEO of Vector Laboratories, a top innovator in immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, and glycobiology products used for scientific discovery, Lisa drives the company’s expansion and business strategies. She has a track record of spearheading successful business strategies based on unmet market opportunities, while prioritizing the development of a people-first work environment.

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Embracing Career Transformations with Alison Jacobson

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Alison Jacobson explores the landscapes of resilience, empowerment, and personal reinvention in midlife with host Natalie Benamou. Alison opens up about her triumphs over adversity and how she channels her experiences to inspire and empower women to craft a bold new chapter in their lives.

Thank you Alison for sharing your story and inspiring women midlife to be courageous and empowered.

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Alison Jacobson is a coach, speaker, author, and host of the podcast Midlife Mavericks. She empowers women in midlife to conquer self-doubt to confidently achieve their goals and unlock the success they deserve. She’s built three multi six-figure businesses while managing the role of caregiver for her son with Intellectual Disabilities and her husband with MS. Her journey includes conquering the NYC Marathon at 57, proving it’s never too late for transformation.

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Creating a Success Calling Card: Branding Tips from Kathy Miller

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Kathy Miller, President and Founder of Y2K2000, shares her valuable insights on how to create diverse, successful teams and pave the way for women in the manufacturing industry. Kathy is a trailblazer in the manufacturing industry and started her career at 17, working on the factory floor. Discover how she climbed the corporate ladder to senior roles at some of the largest manufacturing companies globally. Her story highlights how perseverance, adaptability, and a relentless pursuit of excellence is possible in a male-dominated industry.

Thank you Kathy for sharing your journey and for being a valued member of HerCsuite® Boards, Entrepreneur and Innovation Women Circles.

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Kathy Miller is a Senior Operations Executive/Independent Board Director who has held numerous global vice president and director roles at companies, including senior positions at General Motors, Delphi, Parker Hannifin, Rolls-Royce, and Vertiv. Kathy is a published author, keynote speaker, coach, and operations strategy consultant. Her book is titled “Steel Toes and Stilettos.”

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Standing Out as a Leader: Insights from Annie Meehan

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Annie Meehan invites us to rethink how we view ourselves. She shares with host Natalie Benamou the power of authentic connection and generosity. Annie reveals her personal shift from seeking external validation to finding fulfillment in being a contributor to others' lives.

Thank you Annie for being a featured guest, keynote speaker and valued member of HerCsuite®. Shout out to our alliance partner Bobbie Carlton and Innovation Women.

About Our Guest:

Annie Meehan is a professional keynote speaker that inspires, educates, and activates her

audiences with a clear message that spurs listeners to break counterproductive patterns

and be the exception! As a widely embraced international speaker, she has been a catalyst

in inspiring countless organizations to choose to soar above the status quo. As an expert on living an exceptional life, Meehan encourages her audiences to remove any barriers

preventing them from achieving their goals.

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Cultivating Vitality and Balance in Leadership with Dr. Susan Lovelle

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 09:00:00 GMT

In today's Valentine's Day episode, we are joined by special guest Dr. Susan Lovelle, a former award-winning plastic surgeon and the visionary behind Balanced Performance. Dr. Susan shares her fascinating transformation from a young girl who dreamt of becoming a doctor, to a professional ballerina, and finally, to a medical expert about women’s health.

Dr. Susan is a featured speaker for HerCsuite® Women’s Programs and a member of HerCsuite® Entrepreneur Mastermind Circle. Members have access to the special program Dr. Susan delivered and to her inside HerCsuite®.

Thank you Dr. Susan for being a featured guest today.

Special thanks to Bobbie Carlton and Innovation Women, where we first met Dr. Susan Lovelle.

About Our Guest:

Dr. Susan Lovelle, a former award-winning plastic surgeon, is the Founder of Balanced Performance where she blends medical expertise with holistic wellness to enhance the personal and professional performance of busy executives. Focusing on energy, weight, and hormonal balance, her innovative programs ensure business success alongside personal health and well-being. Supporting professionals 40+ to achieve peak performance at work and home while staying balanced through lifestyle health.

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Embracing Possibilities and Thriving Forward with Natalie Benamou of HerCsuite®

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 09:00:00 GMT

Welcome to a momentous celebration on HerCsuite® Radio as we mark our 150th episode. Hosted by Natalie Benamou, this podcast takes you on a journey of self-discovery, self-belief, and unearthing your potential.

Sharing gratitude to all of the speakers, members of HerCsuite®, advisors, Meghan Draper, HerCsuite® Creative Director, Natalie’s two daughters, and to you, the listener. This has been an incredible journey, we thank you for joining us and look forward to hearing how you thrive forward in your lives.

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Amplifying Women's Voices in Leadership with Sharon Delaney McCloud

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Sharon Delaney McCloud, an Emmy-award-winning journalist and esteemed coach, joins host Natalie Benamou. Sharon shines a light for women empowerment and strong leadership. Discover strategies for commanding attention and navigating high-stakes presentations.

Thank you Sharon for being a valued member of HerCsuite® Network, a featured speaker on HerCsuite® Radio and our Keynote for Women’s History Month: Beyond a Seat at the Table: Strategies to Amplify Your Voice.

About Our Guest:

Sharon Delaney McCloud calls herself a citizen of the world. She’s the daughter of Irish immigrants whose adventures led them to Kenya and Tanzania where Sharon was born and lived as a young child. Her travels took her around the globe as a member of the Department of Defense’s U.S.O. program before Sharon began her career as an Emmy Award winning television journalist covering everything from NASA to politics to the Super Bowl. After 20 years in TV, Sharon founded what would become a 3-time honored INC 5000 communications firm. Now, Sharon leads professional and leadership development programs for C-Suite executives to startup founders to emerging leaders at Fortune 500 companies and beyond.

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Transforming the Patient Experience with Lauren Orlick

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Lauren Orlick from HeartSnug brings to light her mission to reinvent the patient experience for women. Lauren shares with host Natalie Benamou the story behind HeartSnug's creation.

We encourage you to share this episode with all women in your lives, patients, providers and family members who could benefit.

Thank you, Lauren, for being on HerCsuite® Radio and for sharing your story today!

About Our Guest:

Lauren saw firsthand how dispiriting the medical process can be when her mother went through a battle with cancer. Always looking to be a part of the solution, Lauren was inspired to search for ways for patients to feel comfortable during procedures that are awkward and associated with physical exposure and emotional vulnerability. Her primary goal in co-founding HeartSnug is to help patients feel protected and covered – literally!

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Leading with Passion and Purpose: Insights from Sybil Stewart

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 15:55:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Sybil Stewart, CEO and founder of The Sage Stewart, shares her story with host Natalie Benamou. It's a clarion call to overcome obstacles, trust one's instincts, and take bold steps towards a purpose-driven life. Sybil's voice is a beacon, guiding us to discover our passions, build legacies, and create meaningful change—one small step at a time.

Thank you Sybil for being a featured guest on HerCsuite® Radio today and to Innovation Women!

We would be so honored if you would rate and review this podcast and share it with a friend or colleague today.

About Our Guest:

Sybil Stewart is a speaker, educator, and amplifier of women's I AM. She lives her name as a messenger and guide and is on a mission to help 100 women earn 100K or more in 2024.

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How to Secure Your Brand and Prevent It from Being Stolen with Erica Allen

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 13:56:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Erica Allen, managing attorney at DiAngelo Law, sits down with host Natalie Benamou. Together, they uncover the critical steps you need to take to protect your brand from intellectual property theft.

About Our Guest:

Combination of legal nerd and creative entrepreneur, Erica merged her passion with her legal s

killset to form DiAngelo Law in 2015, a virtual trademark law firm serving businesses around the world. It’s Erica’s goal to help bring visionary dreams to life by empowering others to start, protect and grow their businesses, while staying focused on their own zones of genius and aligned with their goals.

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The Power of Authentic Leadership in Career Success with Erin Hatzikostas

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Erin Hatzikostas, Founder and CEO of b Authentic Inc., shares her journey from exploring being an actuary to becoming a corporate CEO. Host Natalie Benamou Natalie Benamou uncovers Erin’s keys to success.

Thank you Erin Hatzikostas for being a featured guest and Anastasia Lipske, AccessSpeakers.biz for introducing us!

About Our Guest:

Erin Hatzikostas is a former Corporate CEO turned Professional Pot-Stirrer. She's the CEO and founder of b Authentic inc, a TEDx/global keynote speaker, award-winning author, podcast co-host, and executive business coach.

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Cultivating Connections: Networking and the Return to Work with Diane Darling, Author & Speaker, Skills4Today

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 13:56:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Diane Darling, networking strategist, author, and speaker, sits down with host Natalie Benamou to discuss networking and cultivating connections. They discuss strategies to help employees feel more comfortable and engaged in networking opportunities, whether in person or virtual, contributing to a more connected and collaborative workplace culture.

Thank you Diane for being a valued member of HerCsuite® Innovation Women Network Hub and for sharing your wisdom today. Shoutout to alliance partner Bobbie Carlton, Founder, Innovation Women.

About Our Guest:

Diane Darling is a keynote speaker and author of The Networking Survival Guide and Networking for Career Success (both published by McGraw Hill in 9 languages). She speaks about networking, intergenerational workforce, and dealing with difficult people and has spoken globally on 1000s of stages including MIT Charm School (yes, that is a thing).

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How Great Leaders Embrace Opportunities and Don't Get Stuck with Marcia Daszko

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Marcia Daszko and host Natalie Benamou discuss adaptability.

In a rapidly changing business landscape, adaptability is crucial. Leaders who are courageous will succeed.

About Marcia Daszko

Marcia is a catalyst for strategic change and innovation, a professional speaker, MBA professor, and leadership transformation author of PIVOT DISRUPT TRANSFORM.

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We All Have a Role to Play in Improving Women's Health, with Priya Bathija, Founder + CEO Nyoo Health

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Priya Bathija, Founder and CEO of Nyoo Health, discusses women's healthcare with host Natalie Benamou. Priya highlights the alarming statistics of maternal mortality rates in the US, emphasizing the urgent need for education and access to healthcare for women throughout their lives.

Special thanks to Priya Bathija for being a featured HerCsuite® speaker and also a guest on HerCsuite® Radio!

About Our Guest:

Priya Bathija, Founder and CEO, Nyoo Health, is a nationally-recognized healthcare leader, attorney, and policy expert. With 20 years of experience working for, in, and with hospitals, she has led the design, implementation and growth of initiatives that make the health system work better for everyone.

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Uncovering Conflict Management and the Power of Effective Communication with Carol Bowser, President, Conflict Management Strategies Inc.

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Carol Bowser, attorney and conflict resolution expert, explores effective conflict resolution with host Natalie Benamou. Carol's extensive experience in employment law offers valuable insights into the complex dynamics of workplace conflict and the critical role of legal bodies.

Thank you Carol for sharing this important insights with our listeners today!

This podcast is sponsored by HerCsuite® Leadership Development Programs. We help individuals and organizations engage and retain top talent with monthly masterminds as well as our turnkey speaker programs and group mentoring.

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Aligning Your Mindset and Attitude to Reach Your Goals with Dianna Kokoszka, Author, Speaker, Mentor, and Former CEO of Keller Williams MAPS Coaching & Training

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 13:53:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Dianna Kokoszka, a renowned entrepreneur, author, and mentor, provides valuable insights into the powerful combination of mindset and attitude in achieving success. Dianna shares her personal journey with host Natalie Benamou and explores the transformative power of mindset in our lives.

Thank Dianna Kokoszka for being our featured guest today! We would be so grateful if you liked the show to share, rate and review!

About Our Guest:

Dianna Kokoszka is an Entrepreneur, Keynote Speaker, Author and Mentor. As an award-winning business leader, she has established herself as a prominent figure in the business world, developing many leaders during her longevity. Dedicating 13 years as CEO of KW MAPS Coaching and Training at Keller Williams Realty International, she played a pivotal role in propelling the company to become the largest and most profitable coaching enterprise in the real estate industry! Her greatest passions revolve around developing leaders and encouraging individuals to recognize and harness their innate potential.

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How to Use Laughter as a Life Skill with Heather Tolley-Bauer, Director of Humor Relations, Hyphen Up Comedy

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Heather Tolley-Bauer, a stand-up comic, cancer survivor, and super mom, offers a fresh perspective on how we can leverage the power of laughter to overcome our personal challenges. She urges us to embrace the humorous side of life, even during tough times in this conversation.

Thank you Heather for being a guest on HerCsuite® Radio and helping us laugh at the small stuff especially this time of year! Big thanks to Bobbie Carlton and Innovation Women, where we met Heather Tolley-Bauer.

About Our Guest:

Heather Tolley-Bauer is a wife, mom, cancer survivor, speaker and stand-up comic. Everything she does is with women in mind. From her wildly popular show called Laugh-Lines & Stretch Marks to the women's conferences and moms night outs she speaks at and performs for, it's all about encouraging women one laugh at a time.

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Unleashing Your Leadership Confidence with Wendi Brown, Founder and CEO iSupportYou LLC

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Wendi Brown, Founder and CEO, iSupportYou LLC, shares her insights on how to thrive in these adverse conditions with host Natalie Benamou. Discussing her transition from military to corporate life, Wendi emphasizes the importance of authenticity, leadership, and resilience. Her new book, Leadership Confidence vs Confidence: Do You Know the Difference? 10 Proven Strategies on How to EXCEL and THRIVE in a Toxic Workplace, provides practical strategies for excelling even in challenging situations.

Thank you Wendi for being a featured guest on our podcast, and a valued member and speaker for HerCsuite®! Shoutout to our speaker bureau Innovation Women and Speaker Friend Fridays where we met!

About Our Guest:

Faced with adversity early in her military career, Wendi’s life changed when a mentor said she was a lamb in a lion’s world. She needed to defend herself or else get destroyed. Wendi strategized being successful in cut-throat, toxic, and competitive situations. She discovered 10 crucial strategies for incredible success.

Wendi became a senior officer in the U.S. Army Reserve who routinely executed duties in the role of a Chief Strategist. Wendi advised at the highest levels of leadership in U.S. and global governments, including NATO. As a successful Chief Strategist, she has proven leadership experience in risk management, crisis management, and strategic and operations planning.

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Amplifying an Abundance Mindset to Grow Your Business with Theresia Intag, Founder and CEO of IntagHire and Co-Founder of Tag4HR

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Theresia Intag, Founder and CEO of IntagHire and co-founder of Tag4HR, offers insights into business growth with host Natalie Benamou. Theresia offers advice on overcoming self-doubt and the importance of maintaining an abundant mindset.

We thank Theresia for being a featured guest, speaker and member of HerCsuite® Entrepreneur mastermind program. Special thanks to Anastasia Lipske and Access Speakers for introducing us to Theresia Intag!

About Our Guest:

Theresia Intag, Founder and CEO of IntagHire, Co-Founder of Tag4HR, has deep experience in Human Resources. Theresia has worked with amazing brands from tech giants to startups. Theresia values innovation, flexibility for life’s challenges, and creating human spaces in business. Theresia’s a 2023 Impact Award finalist for Vistage, a global CEO network.

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Recovering from Burnout with Cait Donovan, Keynote Speaker, Author and Podcast Host

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, Cait Donovan, an international speaker, author, and acupuncturist, discusses burnout with host Natalie Benamou. Cait found a unique method to regain control: who'd have guessed that a resentment journal could provide powerful insights into our personal boundaries?

Special thanks to Cait for being a featured guest on our podcast today and to our alliance partner Bobbie Carlton, Founder of Innovation Women.

About Our Guest:

Cait Donovan is an International Keynote Speaker, author, host of “Fried – The Burnout Podcast,” author of the book The Bouncebackability Factor, and an acupuncturist with a master’s degree in Chinese medicine. Her creative burnout recovery solutions have been featured on podcasts and online magazines such as “Forbes”, “NPR,” and “The New York Post”.

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Driving Growth on Purpose with Claire Chandler, President and Founder, Talent Boost

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, Claire Chandler, President and Founder of Talent Boost, discusses growth on purpose with host Natalie Benamou. Join us as we explore how Claire is helping businesses to grow purposefully by aligning their culture and leadership.

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Embracing Positivity and Resilience with Sally Joy Wolf, CEO and Founder LightWorks

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Sally Wolf, CEO and Founder of LightWorks, embraces positivity and resilience with host Natalie Benamou. Sally shares her personal journey living with metastatic breast cancer and her career journey after a successful media career.

When we recorded this interview it was on World Gratitude day. We are so grateful to Sally Wolf for all the ways she shines her light out in the world.

Thank you Sally for sharing your story.

About Our Guest:

Sally Joy Wolf's company, LightWorks, advises corporate clients in their wellbeing strategies through executive advisory work, team workshops, and individual coaching. Her work integrates her studies at Harvard (AB, psychology) and Stanford (MBA, MA Education), her certifications in positive psychology, coaching, resilience, meditation, and Sparketype advising, and her lived experience with metastatic breast cancer. She also regularly speaks about authenticity, vulnerability, post-traumatic growth, resilience, and positivity, and advocates for health equity, inclusivity and safety, particularly on behalf of cancer survivors and those who are immunocompromised.

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How to Win Leadership Buy-In with Jen Pestikas and Natalie Benamou

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 03:25:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Jen Pestikas, a Senior Vice President at a Chicagoland credit union, discusses journeys to leadership with host Natalie Benamou. Discover their step-by-step formula that includes ten strategies for winning leadership buy-in, developing a compelling business case, and mastering the art of self-promotion.

Thank you for spending your time with us today. If you found this episode helpful, we would be so grateful if you would rate and review and share it with a friend or colleague today.

About Our Guest:

Jennifer Pestikas is a HerCsuite® Coach for Accelerate, Speaker, and Member and is a bestselling author, and podcast host, and helps women advance through their careers. Jen’s superpower is negotiation! Just this year, she’s helped her coaching clients negotiate and bring in over $70,000 - and the final quarter isn’t over yet!

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How to WANT Your Self with Katie Horwitch, Founder of WANT: Women Against Negative Talk and author of WANT YOUR SELF

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 14:18:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Katie Horwitch explores the transformative power of self-talk with host Natalie Benamou. Katie talks about her new book WANT Your Self, released October 3rd. Dive deep into the importance of self-realization and empowerment through positive self-talk, and the significant role it plays in personal and professional growth.

About Our Guest:

Katie Horwitch is a nationally recognized writer, speaker, mindset coach, and activist who has spent over a decade working to shift the cultural self-talk paradigm.

She is the founder of the multimedia platform WANT: Women Against Negative Talk, which gives you tips, tools, motivation, and inspiration to shift your self-talk patterns, and the author of the new book WANT YOUR SELF: Shift Your Self-Talk and Unearth The Strength in Who You Were All Along.

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Empowering You to Slay Like a Mother with Katherine Wintsch, Founder and CEO The Mom Complex

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Katherine Wintsch, Founder and CEO of the Mom Complex and author of the transformative book Slay Like a Mother, shares how she realized that companies weren’t understanding the true needs of their consumers after she became a mom. From breaking down barriers in the workplace to slaying the dragon of self-doubt, this episode is a powerful call to action for women and men to work together for better outcomes.

Thank you Katherine Wintsch for the important work you are doing for mothers and women and for being a guest today on HerCsuite® Radio!

About Our Guest:

Katherine Wintsch is the founder and CEO of The Mom Complex where she helps some of the largest companies in the world such as Walmart, Johnson & Johnson, Pinterest, and Chobani develop better products and services for mothers. She is also the author of the popular book Slay Like a Mother – which Parade magazine recently named one of the “top 10 life-changing self-help books of the year.”

Katherine’s sought-after research on women and mothers has been featured by The Today Show, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Working Mother magazine.

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How to Create a Bucket List at Any Age with Lisa Sakai, Founder, One Vision Retirement

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 07:15:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Lisa Sakai and host Natalie Benamou discuss bucket lists. Whether you're in your 20s, your 60s, or someplace in between, there's no time like the present to start manifesting your dreams into reality. Lisa shares valuable insights on how to turn your 'someday' into tangible goals that you can start achieving today.

Thank you Lisa Sakai for being a featured guest today!

About Our Guest:

Lisa Sakai is a Financial Consultant who works with clients on Bucket List Acceleration and getting to live the life they want now. As the co-founder of One Vision Retirement, she has been working with clients across the country for over 12 years. Lisa's advice provides easy-to-understand, logical steps and exercises that people can take action on right away.

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Prioritizing Well-Being Promotes Productivity with Terre Short, CEO, Thriving Leader Collaborative

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Terre Short and host Natalie Benamou discuss productivity and burnout. In a world where business often equates to productivity, Terre brings to light the importance of prioritizing our well-being to truly thrive and achieve success.

Thank you for spending your time with us today. If you found this episode helpful we would be so grateful if you would rate and review and share it with a friend or colleague today.

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Accelerate HER with Jen Pestikas, Founder Brave Women at Work [Special Replay Interview]

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 08:00:00 GMT

Today's replay episode features an interview with Jen Pestikas. Jen invites us to learn her story as a senior executive leader, coach, podcast host, and mother. She has over 20 years of experience in financial services and shares her insights and strategies about how she landed a new job while she was 8 months pregnant…and what happened next.

About Our Guest:

Jennifer Pestikas is a HerCsuite® Coach for Accelerate, Speaker and Member. Since this podcast she has written two bestselling books and continues to shine her light out in the world.

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Get to Hello Faster on LinkedIn with Brynne Tillman, CEO of Social Sales Link and The Modern Banker

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Brynne Tillman reveals her secret strategies for building genuine connections and trust-based conversations on LinkedIn with host Natalie Benamou. Navigating automated messages, designing personal conversations, and understanding the challenges faced in LinkedIn outreach - we cover it all.

Join us for a special virtual event on Converting Conversations to Connections on LinkedIn with Brynne Tillman on September 29th at 11:30 AM CT/ 12:30 PM ET.

Thank you, Brynne Tillman, for being a guest on the podcast, and shout out to Meridith Elliott Powell and Mark Hunter and their podcast Sales Logic where host Natalie Benamou met you!

About Our Guest:

Brynne Tillman is the CEO of Social Sales Link and The Modern Banker. She teaches professionals how to leverage LinkedIn to start trust-based conversation without being salesy. Brynne’s authentic approach to social selling has led her to receive a LinkedIn Top Voice in multiple categories.

She is a best-selling author of The LinkedIn Sales Playbook and is most proud of the sales results she and her team have enabled their clients to achieve.

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How to Go from Stuck to Unstoppable with Natalie Benamou, Founder, HerCsuite® Women's Growth Network

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou instructs us on how to go from feeling stuck to unstoppable. Supercharging your career still requires you to stop along the way, recharge, and regroup before moving on; Natalie offers advice on finding your confidence and stability as you do so.

Every Saturday, I attend the live podcast stream of Meridith Elliot Powel and Mark Hunter Sales Logic at 7 AM CT. I learn so much from every experience both from the audience and from the hosts.

Upcoming Events:

August 25th Women's Equality Day Event
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The Power In Her Vote with Ashley Kindsvatter and Sara Petrie, Co-Founders and Co-Hosts, United SHE Stands podcast

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guests Ashley Kindsvatter and Sara Petrie, Co-Founders and Co-Hosts of United SHE Stands podcast, share the arc of their careers. They explain how your one vote makes a difference.

About Our Guests:

Ashley Kindsvatter & Sara Petrie are the Co-Founders and Co-Hosts of the United SHE Stands podcast, a show dedicated to bringing kindness and women into politics.

Ashley has always had a passion for leadership and politics. She has undergraduate degrees in Political Science and Computer Science and a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership. Although she has spent her career not engaged in politics and instead as an IT Professional in the data and analytics space, she knew she wanted to get involved and make an impact.

Sara has a passion for kindness and lifting others up. She has a degree in Management Information Systems and Business Analytics. While Sara was not interested in politics at all until 2020, she knew even before starting her IT career that she wanted to help others more directly and make a positive impact on the world around her. She didn't find anything that could scratch that itch until she was approached about starting the United SHE Stands podcast to educate and inspire women to get more involved in politics.

To get involved and make an impact, Ashley and Sara knew they had to engage and get informed. They co-founded the United SHE Stands podcast in 2022 to bring other women along on their journey, so they too could get informed and feel empowered in politics.

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Healing the Success Wound and Build Your Self-Worth with Brooke Taylor, Founder, Transformational Coach, & Speaker

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Brooke Taylor and host Natalie Benamou discuss the success wound and how healing it can increase your self-worth. They explore the five common ways the success wound manifests in women leaders. Brooke emphasizes the importance of recognizing the success wound, creating an internally driven vision, and taking decisive steps towards healing.

Thank you, Brooke, for sharing your story with us and for giving so many valuable ways we can take action. Special thanks to our alliance partner Claire Wasserman, Founder, Ladies Get Paid!

About Our Guest:

Brooke Taylor is a Transformational Career Coach for women and a former Marketing Lead at

Google. She was named a “Top Career Coach to Watch” by LA Weekly and Australian Business

Journal and has been featured in Women’s Health, Forbes, Business Insider, and more. Her clients are top female executives at Goldman Sachs, Google, Uber, Coinbase, Meta, and more. Her transformational group coaching programs and workshops at companies like Google, Uber, the BBC, and McKinsey have changed the lives of over 5,000 women globally.

Brooke is the global expert in a phenomenon she coined “the Success Wound”, which is the pain high-achievers experience when they mistake their success for their self-worth.

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How to Decide What’s NEXT with Michelle Kois, President, M Kois Consulting

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Michelle Kois, President of M Kois Consulting, describes the arc of her career with host Natalie Benamou. They explore healthcare careers, launching drugs, and the complexities of FDA approval.

Thank you, Michelle Kois, for being a valued member of HerCsuite™ Women's Growth Network, and to Lisa Chengary for introducing us!

If you found this podcast helpful, we would be so grateful for you to share it with a friend and rate and review it on your favorite podcast player.

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3 Ways to Break Down Barriers and Get to Yes with Natalie Benamou, Founder, HerCsuite™ Women's Growth Network

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou shares the personal experiences and life lessons she's learned about breaking down barriers.

I would be so honored if you shared this episode with a friend or colleague, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform.

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How to Say It Shorter with Janine MacLachlan, CEO, Leadership Communications Strategist

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 12:10:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Janine MacLachlan and host Natalie Benamou offer a masterclass in effective communication. In this interview, Janine shares all the secrets to winning buy-in at every level by being succinct and clear in your message.

If you found this podcast episode helpful, we would love it if you share it with a friend or colleague and rate the episode on Apple podcast.

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Janine MacLachlan is on a mission to help leaders get their ideas heard. She does individual coaching and consulting and also conducts workshops to help teams level up their presentation game. Her signature workshop is “Say it Shorter - Break Through the Noise”.

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Leading With Courage with Kim “KC” Campbell

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Kim "KC" Campbell takes host Natalie Benamou on an in-depth exploration of her personal leadership journey. From her unwavering commitment starting at age 10 to join the Air Force Academy, to being a senior leader in the military, mom, and inspirational speaker, Kim's story shows true resilience.

If you found this podcast episode helpful, we would love it if you share it with a friend or colleague and rate the episode on Apple podcasts.

Thank you Kim "KC" Campbell, for the amazing insights both in this podcast and in your new book. We thank you for your courageous leadership and for serving our country.

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How Leaders Can Overcome Blind Spots with Velma Knowles, Chief Energy Officer, Leaders Pathway

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Velma Knowles and host Natalie Benamou discuss how you can leverage your strengths. This interview reveals all the ways you can accelerate your success by understanding your values.

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Velma Knowles is the bestselling author of The Valuable Leader, a Leadership Coach, Human Behavioral Expert, and host of Your Leadership Chat podcast. Leveraging over 20 years of experience and science-based research, she helps organizations build a value-driven culture of belonging.

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Why Compassion Matters for Healthcare Providers with Dr. Erika La Vella

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 08:00:00 GMT

Today's episode is the second of a two-part series featuring special guest Dr. Erika La Vella. She and host Natalie Benamou take an in-depth look into the way nutrition, lifestyle changes, and stress impact our wellness. They discuss the centuries-old indicator called BMI (body mass index) and how it plays a part in deciding health outcomes for larger patients with a BMI over 40.

Thank you Dr. Erika La Vella for being a guest on this podcast for part 2 of this important interview. Sharing a big thanks to Anastasia Lipske, from Access Speakers, who introduced us and is a member of HerCsuite™!

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How to Prioritize Your Health with Dr. Erika La Vella

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 08:00:00 GMT

Today's episode is the first in a two-part series with special guest Dr. Erika La Vella, a board-certified general and bariatric surgeon. Dr. La Vella offers her advice to host Natalie Benamou on the importance of a holistic approach to health, focusing on nutrition, surgery, and the mind-body medicine. By incorporating Dr. Erika’s expert advice and focusing on a holistic approach to health, we can all strive to make better choices, improve our well-being, and lead more fulfilling lives.

Thank you, Dr. Erika La Vella, for sharing your insights today and for all the ways you help your patients. We can’t wait for part 2 of this series!

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Amplify Your Executive Presence Using Neuroscience with Susan Harrow, CEO Harrow Communications Inc.

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Susan Harrow, author of the best-selling book

Sell Yourself Without Selling Your Soul® (Harper Collins), sits down with host Natalie Benamou. Together, they dive into grounding techniques that will help you create your own unique stories, stay authentic, and captivate your audience to advance in your life and career.

Thank you Susan Harrow for being on the show today and a special shoutout to HerCsuite™ member and speaker agent, Anastasia Lipske and Access Speakers.

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Healthcare Leader to Rare Disease Champion with Lisa Chengary, Senior Director, Engagement Strategy AblesonTaylor

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Lisa Chengary shares the arc of her journey from healthcare leader to rare disease champion with host Natalie Benamou. Lisa provides invaluable insights as a caregiver, the challenges of leading during a pandemic, and the importance of advocacy. Join us for this enlightening and inspiring discussion with a truly remarkable healthcare leader.

Thank you, Lisa, for being a featured guest and for inspiring us with your stories of leadership and caregiving.

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An Insider View of FemTech with Bethany Corbin, Founder and CEO, FemInnovation

Wed, 31 May 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Bethany Corbin, Founder and CEO of FemInnovation, sits down to talk FemTech with host Natalie Benamou. She shares all the ways women’s healthcare is impacted, from clinical trials to data privacy and more.

Thank you Bethany for being a guest on the show!

About Our Guest:

Bethany is a healthcare innovation and FemTech attorney on a mission to help thought leading companies revolutionize women's health. Through her company FemInnovation, she partners with emerging companies at the forefront of healthcare transformation to ensure they are building robust, scalable, and legally compliant businesses focused on enhancing health equity.

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The Power of Being Intentional with Wendi O. Brown, Lt. Colonel (Retired)

Wed, 24 May 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Wendi O. Brown, Lieutenant Colonel (Retired), shares incredible tips, insights and actions that she took to create opportunities to grow her career. Find out how the power of being intentional not only advanced Wendi's career, but led her to pursue being and an expert in Cyber Security and achieve two master degrees.

Wendi delivered one of the most popular presentations about Confidence and Visibility. Thank you Wendi O. Brown for being a featured guest and speaker for HerCsuite™ mentorship program.

Thank you for listening to the show and shining your light out in the world! We would be honored if you subscribed and shared this episode with a friend or colleague today.

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How to Move Past Fear and Do It Anyway with Natalie Benamou, Founder, HerCsuite

Wed, 17 May 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou shares her experiences with self-doubt and how she learned to push past fear. Learn how to overcome and move past obstacles that might be in your way.

Thank you for listening today. Please share this episode with a friend or colleague today.

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5 Ways To Use Improv For the Future of Work with Karen Hough, Founder and CEO, ImprovEdge

Wed, 10 May 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Karen Hough sits down with host Natalie Benamou to talk improv. Karen explains how we can leverage improv to help respond to disruptions happening at the speed of change and why adaptability is essential for leaders in the workplace.

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Thank you for spending your time with us today. This podcast is sponsored by HerCsuite™ Mentoring Made Easy Programs that combine speakers with executive coaches in every cohort. Gain a competitive advantage advancing more women at every level inside your own private network hub in HerCsuite™. Find out more at HerCsuite™ and schedule a call to find the best program and share with us what success looks like for you.

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The Art of Public Speaking with Bobbie Carlton, Founder, Innovation Women

Wed, 03 May 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Bobbie Carlton, founder of Innovation Women and TEDx speaker, discusses public speaking with host Natalie Benamou. Bobbie explains all the ways being an engaging speaker will accelerate visibility and help you to be viewed as a thought leader.

Thank you to Bobbie Carlton for being a valued alliance partner, and member of HerCsuite™.

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Lean In To Your Customers With Meridith Elliott Powell, CSP, CPAE

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Meridith Elliott Powell and host Natalie Benamou discuss how to lean in for your customers. Organizations today need a guiding light, and Meridth shares how when the market is challenging, it’s the time to support your customers and navigate through uncertainty.

Thank you to Meridith for being on the show and for being a featured speaker of HerCsuite™, and to you for listening to the show!

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Your Health Equity Matters with Natalie Benamou, Founder HerCsuite

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou discusses health equity and being ignored in doctors' offices. What happens to the millions of women who don't know how to navigate the system, who need healthcare and aren't able to qualify for clinical trials or other treatments? We can do better. We must do better.

Join us May 1st to find out how you can become part of our movement for Women's Health Equity.

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Neurodiversity Is A Super Power With Katherine McCord, President, Titan Management

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Katherine McCord, President of Titan Management, discusses the hidden superpowers of neurodiversity with host Natalie Benamou. She discusses inclusive innovation and the benefits of having neurodiverse employees.

This interview was recorded during Neurodiversity Celebration Week. We encourage all employers and leaders to ReThink the idea of Neurodiverse employees. This episode highlights that we are all unique and when allowed to work in our lane, we can over deliver on expectations and increase innovation, efficiency and lead to greater employee satisfaction.

Thank you Katherine for sharing your personal journey on HerCsuite™ Radio today and for making a positive impact for all who know you!

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Paying It Forward With Mentorship With Geoff Curtis, Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs And Chief Communications Officer, Horizon

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Geoff Curtis and host Natalie Benamou share their experiences with mentorship. Geoff shares an inside look at his career and how a mentor could have shaped key decisions along the way.

Geoff is the executive sponsor of a women's mentorship program inside HerCsuite™, and he exemplifies how sponsorship can make a huge impact for women in their careers.

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Leadership Is All About Trust With Mylene Barizo, Principal, Leadership Ladder

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Mylene Barizo and host Natalie Benamou discuss the critical role of trust in strong leadership. Receiving the right guidance is foundational to creating a positive culture where employees thrive.

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7 Leadership Values To Advance Your Career With Ilhiana Rojas Saldana

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Ilhiana Rojas Saldana, executive leadership coach, sits down with host Natalie Benamou to explore leadership values. They discuss how to integrate your values with those of your team to promote productivity.

Ilhiana is a featured speaker for HerCsuite™ Mentoring Program for clients like Horizon, and HerCsuite™ DEI Cross Organizational Council. Thank you for sharing these important insights and how we can apply them in our daily lives.

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3 Ways To Make Meetings Better With Laurie Wessels, HerCsuite™ Mentoring Chair And Executive Coach

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Laurie Wessels and host Natalie Benamou discuss how to make meetings more productive. They offer actionable advice on how to make your meetings better and more effective.

This episode is being released on International Women's Day. Join us for our Embrace Equity Panel at 12 PM CT.

Thank you Laurie Wessels for being HerCsuite™ Mentoring Chair, our Executive Coach and for being on the show.

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Her Health Equity Matters with Dr. Nicole T. Rochester

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Dr. Nicole Rochester and host Natalie Benamou discuss promoting greater equity in the healthcare world. Health equity is essential in providing quality healthcare to all individuals, regardless of background. However, even in the modern healthcare system, gender and racial biases still influence health outcomes.

About Our Guest:

Dr. Rochester is the founder of Your GPS Doc, which aims to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals, patients, and their families.

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Thank you to Dr. Nicole T. Rochester for being on the show, for being a featured keynote speaker and panelist and member of HerCsuite™.

Special thanks to you for listening to the show. We would be honored if you subscribed and shared this episode with a friend or colleague today.

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Kindness Is A Key Component To Inclusion With Raquel Daniels, Vice President And Chief Diversity, Equity And Inclusion Officer

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Raquel Daniels and host Natalie Benamou discuss how leaders can promote equity and inclusion among their employees. Raquel discusses what equity truly means, how inclusion happens at the organizational level, and how simple acts like saying 'Hello' can have a ripple effect on the world around us.

Join us March 8th for our Embrace Equity Panel featuring Raquel Daniels.

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Imagining The Future With Hope With Roz Usheroff And Natalie Benamou

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 09:00:00 GMT

We are celebrating a milestone today – this is HerCSuite Radio’s 100th episode! Tune in to this hopeful conversation about imagining the future for the better with Roz Usheroff and Natalie Benamou. They discuss how the HerCSuite’s community continues to bring women from all walks of life together and help them have health equity.

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Creating Inclusive Organizations Through Effective Leadership And Culture With Gena Cox, Ph.D.

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 09:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Gena Cox, Ph.D., shares in depth how to be open and transparent from "the top of the house" and what we can all do to create more inclusive workplaces.

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We Are Women Who Change History With Dominique Luster

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 11:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Dominique Luster and host Natalie Benamou have an emotional discussion about family trees. Dominique believes that we can draw strength from the women who came before us just by knowing their names and what they did in their lifetime.

About Our Guest:

Dominique Luster is one part archivist, one part researcher, full parts natural-haired bourbon connoisseur. For nearly ten years, she has worked to help communities uplift, honor, and represent the lived experiences of diverse voices and the Black diaspora.

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How to KNOCK and Thoughtfully Open Doors with Rebecca Otis Leder

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 05:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Rebecca Otis Leder, a digital marketing veteran, discusses The Knock Method with host Natalie Benamou. They discuss how to use this method for successful professional networking.

Thank you, Rebecca, for this interview, for being a member of HerCsuite™ community, and special thanks to HerCsuite™ member Melanie Neal, Vice President at Terumo BCT and to HerCsuite™ Alliance Partner Bobbie Carlton from Innovation Women.

About Our Guest:

Rebecca Otis Leder is a career curriculum designer and trainer, speaker, and bestselling author. She is the Founder of Opportunities Knock, a career development training company helping students, leaders, and teams build meaningful careers.

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Building a More Inclusive Culture with Victoria Pelletier, Managing Director, Accenture

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 05:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Victoria Pelletier, Managing Director at Accenture, sits down with host Natalie Benamou to discuss how organizations can build a more inclusive culture.

Thank you, Victoria, for this interview, for being a member of HerCsuite™ community and special thanks to HerCsuite™ Alliance Partner Bobbie Carlton from Innovation Women.

About Our Guest:

Victoria Pelletier is a prolific speaker including her program for HerCsuite™ DEI Cross Organization Council. She shares her personal story and carries so much impact that she leaves her audience breathless and wanting more. By the time Victoria was 24 years old, she was the COO of a multinational corporation. With now 20 plus years in corporate leadership, Victoria's held senior roles in companies such as Accenture, IBM, and American Express. Victoria is a wife, mom, and corporate executive.

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The Future of Work Kathy Relias, Vice President, Escalent

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 10:30:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Kathy Relias, Vice President at Escalent, discusses with host Natalie Benamou what the future could look like for your organization and workforce. They envision workplaces based on flexibility and agility.

About Our Guest:

Kathy Relias is a high energy consulting leader working in life sciences. She is also an experienced servant leader and mentor known for building market share, delivering profitable growth and sound strategy for business to business companies. For nearly two decades, Kathy has been building relationships, advising executives and solving problems on many of their most pressing business and marketing challenges by utilizing insights and analytics, consulting services and software. She has also built teams to deliver services, translating to growth and profitability and has P&L experience. Her expertise spans custom insights and consulting, SAAS products and subscription offerings, understanding human behavior and analytics.

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The Power of Culture on DEI with Simone Sloan, Founder and CEO of Your Choice Coach

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 05:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Simone Sloan and host Natalie Benamou brainstorm how to make the culture at your organization more inclusive at all levels. They discuss the nuances of DEI to create a truly inclusive workplace culture.

About Our Guest:

Simone has held senior roles at Fortune 500 companies across marketing, communications, medical affairs, sales, and global business strategy. Her tenure includes successfully launching and leading products and services, implementing programs for key stakeholders across the globe, and developing and training sales, medical, and technical teams.

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The Ripple Effect of Firsts with Natalie Benamou, HerCsuite™ Founder

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 05:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou discusses the ripple effect. One small choice you make can have a profound impact others. This is the final episode in our gratitude series.

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Improving Cancer Patient Treatment with Amanda Schalk

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 13:35:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Amanda Schalk shares how she is improving outcomes for cancer patients with host Natalie Benamou. She discusses how she is innovating a cancer treatment using enzymes that will reduce adverse side effects for cancer patients.

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With gratitude this holiday season and always to our advisors, members, team, friends and family. Thank you!

Intentional Career Development with Christine Render, Founder, CEO of ScaleUp - HerCsuite™ Member, Facilitator and Speaker

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 05:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Christine Render sits down with host Natalie Benamou to discuss success and developing your career. This interview is part of our gratitude series featuring our amazing HerCsuite™ members.

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Creating Innovative Impact for Women with Wendy White, HerCsuite™ Member and Speaker

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 05:40:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Wendy White and host Natalie Benamou discuss making an innovative impact for women and the phenomenon of unpaid caregivers.

About Our Guest:

Wendy White is a Board Director, CEO, Entrepreneur, Life Science Executive, Rare Disease Specialist, Founding Member of HerCsuite™ and Speaker. Hear her personal story that inspired her to make an impact for women. Wendy shares her personal story searching for answers when her third child was diagnosed with a rare disease. That experience shaped her business career as a serial entrepreneur in the healthcare digital space, owning and selling several companies. As a lifelong Servant leader, Wendy exemplifies Board leadership helping to secure funding for Ceek Women's Health.

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Leadership, Culture and Diversity Across Organizations with Eliza Gonzalez, Cathy Skala and Lydia Rohn, HerCsuite™ DEI Council Co-Chairs

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 04:45:00 GMT

Today's episode features a panel of special guests, DEI Cross Organization Council Co-Chairs: Cathy Skala, Eliza Gonzalez, and Lydia Rohn. With host Natalie Benamou, they offer their insights into DEI, HR, and cultural transformation.

Thank you Cathy Skala, Eliza Gonzalez and Lydia Rohn for sharing your insights today.

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Bold Your Brave - A Personal Journey with Natalie Benamou, Founder HerCsuite™

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 04:55:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou shares her personal experiences about her journey as an entrepreneur, mother, and leader. She tells the heartfelt story of her eldest daughter's complex medical issues and the need for a supportive community as a small business owner.

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Making the Most Out of Every Day with Diane Forster, Intentional Living Expert

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 04:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Diane Forster and host Natalie Benamou discuss how to make the most out of every day and finding your purpose. They contemplate how best to realize your dreams.

About Our Guest:

Diane Forster is a bestselling author, award-winning inventor, Ted Speaker, TV host, podcaster, intentional living expert, and reinvention specialist.

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How to Amplify Employees on LinkedIn with Danielle Zeitlen Hughes

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 04:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Danielle Zeitlen Hughes and host Natalie Benamou discuss marketing and personality brands. They explore turning employees into personality brand ambassadors on LinkedIn.

About Our Guest:

Danielle Zeitlen Hughes is a Chief Personality Officer at More than Words Marketing. She helps individuals and organizations develop their own Personality Brand. She has a focus on bios and content creation, and she helps organizations align the importance of having a strong personality brand with being an ambassador for the organization externally.

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Maximizing Career Opportunities with Dr. Jessi Farris, DVM, MBA

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Dr. Jessi Farris and host Natalie Benamou discuss success and career opportunities. Discover how you can stay engaged in your open window zone and keep flying to new heights.

About Our Guest:

Dr. Jessi Farris is the Vice President of Campus Relations and Clinical Recruiting at Heartland Veterinary Partners. She has had a fast-paced career from being a veterinarian, getting her MBA and now being a Vice President.

Thank you Dr. Jessi for being a valued member of HerCsuite™ and guest on HerCsuite™ Radio!

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Centered Leadership Using Energy and Purpose with Dr. Sandra Lewis

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Dr. Sandra Lewis sits down for a conversation with host Natalie Benamou. They discuss how to fill up your cup, re-energize, and make sure that you are tapping into your purpose.

About Our Guest:

Dr. Sandra Lewis is a psychologist and personal energy strategist connecting professional women with resources to sustain purpose-driven leadership and impact in their industry. She is author of the book Life In 4 Part Harmony.

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Creating the Mindset for Sustainable Business Success with Samantha Hartley

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Samantha Hartley and host Natalie Benamou discuss how to maximize and intertwine your genius with your joy. Samantha shares how to get better results for your clients and price your services for maximum growth, profit, and joy.

An outspoken voice for women entrepreneurs and against Grind Culture, ex-corporate business consultant Samantha Hartley works with consultants who are ready to break through the plateau and MULTIPLY their revenues. Samantha helps them multiply their revenues without exhaustion by working with perfect clients on transformational engagements so they can have profitable, joyful consultancies.

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Taking a Risk to Resilience with Cynthia Kallile

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Cynthia Kallile and host Natalie Benamou risk-taking and the triumphs and challenges of owning a business.

About Our Guest:

Cynthia Kallile brings a wealth of experience to her work as a marketing and communications sub-consultant following a successful career in corporate communications. She founded a national specialty food business with retail and mail order operations today. She brings a unique and timely perspective to clients, colleagues, and entrepreneurs.

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Mobilizing Women to Vote with Joanna Peña-Bickley

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Joanna Peña-Bickley and host Natalie Benamou discuss empowering women to take action and vote. This interview took place on the 102nd anniversary of the 19th amendment on Women's Equality Day, and the right to vote for all women didn't get realized until 1975.

About Our Guest:

Joanna Peña-Bickley is a Chief Design Officer, Board Member, Advisor, Investor & Speaker. Joanna Peña-Bickley, is a design technologist, known as the mother of Cognitive Experience Design and pioneer in AI-aided, generative design. She is propelled by a multidisciplinary acumen in research, design, tech, and data modeling.

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Empowering Women Through Mentorship with Tricia Beck #1 Amazon New Release Author

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Tricia Beck and host Natalie Benamou discuss empowering women through mentorship. It is one of the post powerful resources and the fastest way for you to accelerate your career.

About Our Guest:

Tricia Beck has been a passionate advocate of personal and professional development for nearly 40 years as a teacher trainer, coach, speaker, and founder of back leadership in her number one, bestselling Amazon debut book, mentoring lifts, and inspires women, empowering women, Tricia draws from her diverse background to support business women in achieving goals and living an inspired life. Tricia shares personal experiences about mentorship in her #1 Best Selling Book Mentoring Lifts and Inspires: Women Empowering Women.

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Reimagining the Future of Events with Naomi Kent and Natalie Benamou

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Naomi Kent and host Natalie Benamou discuss the transforming landscape of events at the moment. They consider the future of events and how to add value to the attendee experience and the company's business goals.

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Servant Leadership: Making an Impact with Julie Deem

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Julie Deem and host Natalie Benamou talk about the recent flood disaster in Kentucky. Julie shares how she and her family made a huge difference in the relief efforts in Kentucky.

About Our Guest:

Julie is an entrepreneur that owns two businesses, Greater Kokomo Massage Studio and The Business Podcast Editor. She's also the podcast host of United State of Women and our podcast editor!

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Bounce Back from Burnout with Kara Dennison

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Kara Dennison and host Natalie Benamou discuss working to the point of ending up in the hospital and how to bounce back. They share tips for self-care when dealing with burnout and how to notice warning signs in others.

About Our Guest:

Kara's passion is empowering high achievers and leaders to live impactful lives, starting with their careers. Kara is the CEO of Optimized Career Solutions, an Executive Career and Leadership Coach and a Forbes Contributor. She is a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) who has spent her career as a Corporate Recruiting Leader, working closely with decision-makers. Throughout her career, Kara has personally reviewed over 300,000 resumes. Through her executive coaching programs, she has helped thousands of professionals land their dream jobs and has been responsible for negotiating over $10 million in salary increases over the last few years.

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How to Use Positive Intelligence to Thrive with Lisa Michelle Smith

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Lisa Michelle Smith and host Natalie Benamou share how your positive intelligence can help you thrive.

About Our Guest:

Lisa Michelle Smith is an award-winning resilience trainer, and a PQ coach. She's a certified positive intelligence, mental fitness. Serving senior level female leaders and their teams. She's a resilience expert, a peak performance trainer, hypnotherapist speaker, author, and she's also WBENC certified.

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How to Create a Positive Ripple Effect in the World with Bonni Pomush, Chief Executive Officer, Working Wardrobes

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Bonni Pomush and host Natalie Benamou share how Working Wardrobes is creating more positivity in the world every day.

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Bonni Pomush develops high-performing teams, engages diverse stakeholders, and produces measurable results. Bonni is the new CEO at Working Wardrobes, a workforce development, nonprofit in Santa Ana, California. She brings over 25 years of leadership experience in government and nonprofit agencies. Her research and strengths-based leadership approach has resulted in the national accreditation of centers, turning around budgets from shortfalls to surpluses and retaining high-quality employees by creating and implementing performance. Pay systems in partnership with board members and volunteers. Bonni has secured millions of dollars in funding.

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Stand Out in A Noisy World with Orly Zeewy

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Orly Zeewy and host Natalie Benamou share how to clearly communicate and reach your target market. They discuss forming your own personal brand.

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Orly Zeewy is an author speaker, brand architect and facilitator of Lightbulb Moments. Her superpower is that she makes fuzzy clear. She has a book, Ready, Launch, Brand: The Lean Marketing Guide for Startups, and it was published last year by Routledge in May 2021.

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How to Launch a Best Selling Book with Jen Pestikas

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Jen Pestikas and host Natalie Benamou discuss all the steps to launching a best-selling book.

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Jen Pestikas is a Senior Vice President at a large organization and also the President, and Founder of Brave Women at Work, and host of the Brave Women at Work Podcast. Jen is a member of HerCsuite™ and this spotlight episode will celebrate this huge accomplishment.

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Landing a Board of Directors Role with Jocelyn Mangan

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Jocelyn Mangan and host Natalie Benamou discuss all the details you'll need to access board of director roles.

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Jocelyn Mangan is the founder of "Him For Her", a social impact venture aimed at accelerating diversity on corporate boards. She has over two decades of technology experience, building iconic global mobile apps and marketing, leading software products at some of the world's best local consumer and marketplace companies, including City Search, Ticketmaster, Openable, and SNE job. Jocelyn currently serves on the boards of Papa John's International. She also serves on Chow Now and We, and is an advisor to Home Base and Core. She's a part-time moderator for the Netflix leadership program. Jocelyn was honored as a member of the 2016 class of Henry Crown Fellows at the Aspen Institute. And she was a global ambassador for the vital voices global partnership, and was one of fast companies, 100 most creative people in business in 2015.

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Maximize Your Team Engagement with Lillian Haase

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Lillian Haase and host Natalie Benamou discuss how you can improve team engagement when everyone is no longer in the office. Even when working remotely, you can still build a strong team.

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Lillian Haase is the the Chief Marketing Officer for an SEO company, Search Metrics. Lillian has been working as a Digital Marketer since 2008. She started out as an affiliate marketer then moved on to become a consultant when business owners discovered she could help them ‘get found on the internet’. She progressed to become an Account Manager in two Digital Marketing agencies followed by working as Team Lead in an international PR agency and Head of Marketing for a private university.

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Igniting Disruptive Innovation in Your Organization with Robyn Bolton

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Robyn Bolton and host Natalie Benamou discuss what igniting disruptive innovation can do for your organization. They share how innovation can help you retain more female talent.

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Robyn Bolton is the founder and Chief Navigator at Mile Zero. She is a corporate innovation expert, an experienced intrapreneur consultant, speaker, and advisor to leaders working to build companies that repeatedly innovate and grow revenue.

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Creating a Career Path to Impact with Vanessa Santos

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Vanessa Santos and host Natalie Benamou discuss her career journey and everything you need to know about creating impact at all stages of your career.

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Vanessa Santos is partner and co-CEO of We All Grow Latina and a strategic advisor speaker investor. She is an award-winning entrepreneur, global brand strategist, certified business & life coach, and heart-centric speaker with success in transforming mindsets and driving business innovation. Vanessa is furthering her commitment to the growth of women of color by joining #WeAllGrow Latina as Partner and Co-CEO.

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3 Ways Authentic Leaders Embrace Failure with Sasha Stair

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Sasha Stair and host Natalie Benamou discuss everything you need to know about how authentic leaders embrace failure. Embracing failure can help build trust in your team.

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As an executive in the trenches, Sasha Stair is on a mission to help leaders and companies trade burnout for fulfillment and successfully evolve into the future of corporate leadership. Sasha is an executive leadership coach and founder of The Lead From Within Method.™ In her No. 1 best-selling book, The Inside Job: Master the World Within to Lead the Future of Corporate, she provides a blueprint for leaders to create a more positive and fulfilling workplace, while breaking away from the legacy-style of leadership that no longer serves.

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Secrets to Creating Binge Worthy Marketing Content with Tracy Hazzard

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Tracy Hazzard and host Natalie Benamou discuss how to make content that connects with your customers and increases their engagement with your brand. They offer expert advice on creating binge-worthy content.

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Tracy Hazzard is a seasoned media expert with over 2600 interviews from articles in Authority Magazine, BuzzFeed, and her Inc. Magazine column; and from her multiple top-ranked video casts and podcasts like The Binge Factor, The Next Little Thing and Feed Your Brand – one of CIO’s Top 26 Entrepreneur Podcasts. Tracy brings diverse views from what works and what doesn’t work in marketing, branding and media from thought leaders and industry icons redefining success around the globe. Tracy’s unique gift to the podcasting, marketing, and branding world is being able to identify that unique binge-able factor – the thing that makes people come back again and again, listen actively, share as raving fans, and buy everything you have to sell.

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Everything You Need to Know About Executive Sponsorship with Michele Brown

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Michele Brown and host Natalie Benamou offer practical advice on how to get an executive sponsor. Learn the benefits of having a sponsor and what to look for in a sponsor.

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Michele Brown is the principal and CEO of IntuAction Coaching, a New Jersey based executive coaching and talent management consulting firm. Michele and her team have experienced and highly skilled subject matter experts in the field of leadership development and cultural transformation and have developed extraordinary leaders for more than 15 years. Michele is a certified executive coach and talent management specialist. Her focus has been developing and transforming talent and organizations within the United States and abroad as an executive coach, trainer and consultant. She partners with business owners, executives, and emerging leaders to help them with their career goals while achieving outstanding business results.

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Get Unstuck and Live The Life You Want with Shira Miller

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Shira Miller and host Natalie Benamou discuss what it takes to live the life you want. If you're feeling stuck, this conversation can help you get out of your rut.

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Shira Miller, CPCC, is a two-time TEDx speaker, Author, Certified Professional Co-Active Coach and Chief Communications Officer of a $2 billion corporation. Her new book, Free and Clear: Get Unstuck and Live the Life You Want, features a step-by-step process for getting unstuck and staying that way for good. Shira is helping people - and companies - get unstuck from whatever is holding them back. Getting unstuck is her superpower, and she is passionate about teaching people how to do the same for themselves.

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Aligning Your Plans to Your Dreams with Anna Runyan

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 03:45:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Anna Runyan and host Natalie Benamou discuss what it takes to make your dreams come true. They share how to make an action plan to have career fulfillment.

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Anna Runyan is the creator of CLASS: The Love Your Work and Life System and CEO of Classy Career Girl International. She’s a former corporate consultant turned entrepreneur and her website was picked as one of Forbes Top 100 Websites For Women and one of Forbes 35 Most Influential Career Sites. She’s been featured on Fox, The Wall Street Journal and People StyleWatch magazine. Anna was nominated as San Diego Magazine’s Woman of the Year and her podcast was named as Yahoo’s 10 Best Podcasts. She helps millions of women design and launch their dream careers, businesses, and lives through her website, online courses and social media channels.

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An Insider View of Female Angel Investing with Xandra Laskowski

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Xandra Laskowski and host Natalie Benamou discuss an insider view of female angel investing. Learn what you need to know as a startup and what angel investors look for.

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Xandra Laskowski is an angel investor and startup advisor with over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience with large multi-national tech companies, as well as startups as the founder investor advisor and board member, she's held positions as worldwide commodity manager and national major accounts, managerial roles, before moving into the angel investment and startup worlds. She founded OSEA Angel Ambassadors in 2017, a women focused angel investment group based at the UCI, University of Irvine, California.

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How to Get the Most out of Mentoring with Alan Berkson

Thu, 26 May 2022 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Alan Berkson and host Natalie Benamou discuss how to get the most out of mentoring. Wherever you are in your career, having more than one mentor over the arc of your professional life will add to your ability to find career fulfillment.

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Alan Berkson is a member and Ally of HerCsuite™ and the Coupa Empower Cross-Organization mentorship program. Alan is the asker of questions and host of the podcast, Cosmic Street Corner. He is also the Director of Thought Leadership at FreshWorks where he sets the strategy and creates an industry leading through leadership platform that will elevate the perceptions of FreshWorks as a trusted partner.

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Transforming a New Rule Set for Change with Christine Rose

Thu, 19 May 2022 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Christine Rose and host Natalie Benamou discuss how you can transform a new rule set for change. Learn how you as a leader can have the right conversations with your team to create better, safer workplaces.

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Christine Rose is a world changer, internationally best-selling author, speaker, and coach a Forbes coach council member certified value builder advisor certified core values, coach and certified psychological safety coach featured on Forbes, public interest, radio, and national business radio. She coaches CEOs to grow leadership, effective teams and high value companies.

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Curated Solutions for Your Overwhelm with Natalie Benamou

Wed, 11 May 2022 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou shares relatable stories about being on the "super highway to success" only to realize the fast lane isn't all it was cut out to be. She offers advice on tackling burnout and feeling overwhelmed.

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The Power of Business Resource Groups with Karen Brown

Thu, 05 May 2022 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Karen Brown, CEO and Founder of Bridge Arrow, sits down with host Natalie Benamou discuss how to transform employee resource groups into business resource groups. Learn what business resource groups can do for you.

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Karen is the author of the Harvard Business Review article, “To Retain Employees, Focus on Inclusion, not Just Diversity”. She founded Bridge Arrow to ensure businesses are more profitable by focusing on return on equity for investors, shareholders, and employees, with an understanding born of over 25 years in the corporate world. Karen advises global companies about how to drive growth and profitability by promoting diversity and inclusion in their organizations. She has served as a global keynote speaker and panel moderator at conferences hosted by the US military academy and the Chicago council on Global Affairs among others. Karen is a compelling storyteller whose presentations spark conversation and spur action.

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'THE FIRST, THE FEW, THE ONLY' A Special Conversation with Deepa Purushothaman

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Deepa Purushothaman and host Natalie Benamou sit down to discuss her new book, The First, The Few, The Only. Deepa shares how she interviewed over 500 women of color for this book. She highlights both individual stories as well as the numerous commonalities she has observed from having these discussions.

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Deepa Purushothaman is a co-founder of nFormation, which provides a brave, safe, and new space for professional women of color. She is a Women and Public Policy Program Leader in Practice at the Harvard Kennedy School. Prior to this, Deepa spent more than twenty years at Deloitte and was the first Indian American woman to make partner in the company’s history. Deepa was also Deloitte’s national WIN (Women’s Initiative) leader, the firm’s renowned program to recruit, retain, and advance women.

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The Secret to Engaging and Retaining Female Talent with Natalie Benamou

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou discusses how many women are feeling overwhelmed and leaving the workforce. She shares the secret to retaining and engaging female talent.

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How to Leverage Your Value with Stephanie Sims - Best of HerCsuite™ Radio

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 12:03:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Stephanie Sims, founder of Finance-Ability®, sits down with host Natalie Benamou and gives her advice and strategies on moving from “shiny object syndrome” to prioritizing your growth strategies. Learn how to leverage your value and evaluate your business.

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Stephanie Sims has more than two decades in finance, quality & IT management and valuation of public and private entities. Stephanie’s experience with large transactions and her knowledge of how due diligence works made it easy to spot one of the key reasons that entrepreneurs face such difficulty getting financing: they don’t understand the fundamentals of evaluating risks versus rewards. Developing this knowledge base led her to see that everyone has the ability to manage their finances successfully, but they don’t always realize it. And that’s where the notion of Finance-Ability was born.

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Intentional Career Growth with Dana Holmes

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Dana Holmes shares her career journey with host Natalie Benamou. She offers strategies based on her experience on how to grow your career intentionally.

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Dana Holmes is the Head of Corporate Communications and Public Relations at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of IL, MT, OK, NM and TX. She is a highly effective communications executive focused on building, connecting and engaging stakeholder audiences. Dana was also a featured speaker at a recent HerCsuite™ Power Up Your Team Program. Find out how Dana has been intentional with her career path since high school and how it has served her throughout the arc of her career.

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How Mentoring is Your Superpower with Host Natalie Benamou - Best of HerCsuite™ Radio

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou explores how mentoring has become the new currency for companies to recruit and retain female talent. Hear why women more than ever need support during these times of change.

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How to Move Forward Fearlessly with Katie Horwitch

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Katie Horwitch and host Natalie Benamou discuss how to move past negative self-talk. Learn how to be fearless and pursue your dreams at any age.

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Katie Horwitch is a writer, speaker mindset coach, and the founder of WANT (Women Against Negative Talk), a platform that gives women tools and inspiration to shift their negative self-talk patterns. Katie can be heard on our favorite health and wellness app Aaptiv where she provides positive encouragement for all types of fitness.

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A Purposeful Journey of Resilience with Jennifer Lynn Robinson

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Jennifer Lynn Robinson shares her story with host Natalie Benamou. They discuss visualization and resiliency can help you realize your goals.

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Jennifer Lynn Robinson is the CEO of Purposeful Networking and a motivational speaker about change and resilience, following her own recovery and reinvention after a near death accident. Jennifer gave a TEDx talk on change and disruption in June 2020 and is a media contributor who has been featured both locally and nationally.

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You Have the Power to Make an Impact with Deanna Singh

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Deanna Singh and host Natalie Benamou discuss how to make meaningful, lasting change at your organization. You have power--learn how to use it to make an impact.

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Deanna Singh is the Founder and Chief Change Agent of Flying Elephant, an umbrella organization for four social enterprises, with a mission to shift power to marginalized communities. Deanna is an award-winning author, educator, business leader, and social justice champion who speaks to over 50,000 people, annually giving audiences the tools and courage to imagine activate and impact the world as change agents.

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An Inside Look at Startup Funding with Tara Spalding

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Tara Spalding and host Natalie Benamou discuss how to get your startup funded. Learn strategies for pitch competitions, how to research the competitive market, and more.

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Tara Spalding is the Managing Director of BoomStartup Accelerator and has helped over 40 different startups to help them with their go to market strategy as well as funding when appropriate. BoomStartup is a global mentorship driven angel stage growth and investment program for startups. Tara is a serial entrepreneur where she got her startup in the software industry from Silicon Valley.

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Leadership Strategies for Effective Allyship with Rayona Sharpnack

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Rayona Sharpnack shares her three "P"s with host Natalie Benamou. Learn how to be an ally by Pushing, Promoting, and Protecting.

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For over 35 years, Rayona Sharpnack, Founder/CEO at Institute for Gender Partnership and Women's Leadership, Inc. has helped 35,000 people and has had a significant impact on Fortune 100 companies. Rayona works closely with organizations like Cardinal Health and leaders like Cardinal Health CEO Mike Kaufmann.

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When Words Matter with Cari Rutkoskie

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Cari Rutkoskie discusses her career transformation with host Natalie Benamou. They contemplate what good communication looks like and how flexibility matters.

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Cari Rutkoskie is an incredible leader and has helped organizations, mid-sized companies, small businesses and nonprofits communicate clearly and tell compelling stories to shape cultures, attract talent, drive engagement, strengthen brands and clarify their vision, mission, goals, and strategy. Cari has over 25 years of brand and communication experience with special expertise in executive and organizational communications and employer branding. Her successes include creating a communications function for several companies and propelling a leading medical technology company from number 80 to number 11, on Fortune's 100 best "Companies to Work For" list and number 10, on Fortune's "World's Best Company to Work For" list.

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Pivoting with a Purpose with Amber Webb

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Amber Webb and host Natalie Benamou discuss career transitions. They contemplate how to embrace change fearlessly.

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Amber Webb is a seasoned executive and shines her light out on the world and has been in the boardroom and advisory and many different roles, including membership committees. Amber has served in a variety of roles in fortune 100 healthcare companies, including Abbot Baxter, Merck, ITW. She transitioned from being on the corporate side to pivoting and going into a purpose driven social impact role being in the nonprofit sector after she got her MBA at Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.

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How to Optimize Your Talent with Lori Harris

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Lori Harris shares with host Natalie Benamou all the factors that go into helping organizations thrive. Learn how to evaluate your team to best optimize their talents and get results.

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Lori Harris is the Co-Founder of Harris Whitesell Consulting. Lori has helped successful and committed people, teams, and organizations become more successful maximizing leadership impact and developing organizational health and vitality utilizing evidence-based and proven organizational and human resource methods, theory and concepts realizing collective results and business success.

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How to Take LinkedIn to the Next Level with Judi Hays

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Judy Hays and host Natalie Benamou discuss strategies for improving your LinkedIn profile. Learn how to make a personal brand and form daily habits to promote your profile.

Judi Hays is a LinkedIn expert who is known for turning underperforming LinkedIn profiles into prospect attracting powerhouses. She helps business executives identify their audience, elevate their LinkedIn profile and personal brand. Her new book Elevate, Expand, Engage is available on Amazon.

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How to Visualize Using All the Senses with Laurie Wessels

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Laurie Wessels and host Natalie Benamou discuss how visualization can improve your leadership strategies.

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Laurie Wessels is a HerCsuite™ Executive Coach and the President of The Wessels Group, as well as a seasoned Senior Executive and Consultant with more than 30 years of success in the pharmaceutical, engineering, higher education, and executive coaching industries. Laurie is also an Adjunct Professor at Northwestern University.

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Making the Minutes Count with Natalie Benamou

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou shares a behind the scenes look at the personal journey of being an entrepreneur. More than that, it is a look at how being a caregiver has shaped the passion to make a lasting impact for women.

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A Journey into the Metaverse with Athena Demos

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Athena Demos discusses the arc of her career with host Natalie Benamou. They also talk about the Metaverse and VR.

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Athena Demos is a Co-Founder of Big Rock Creative, who produced the award winning BRCvr, an official Burning Man Experience.

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The Power of Choosing Confidence with Alyssa Dver

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Alyssa Dver and host Natalie Benamou discuss key tips for choosing confidence. Learn how to drive your brain to make decisions based on confidence.

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Alyssa Dver is the recipient of the 2021 Stevie Award for achievement in Thought Leadership. Alyssa leads the American Confidence Institute that has empowered over 350,000 people with SHRM an ICF accredited keynotes self coaching workshops, e-classes, and coaching certification programs. She is also a TEDx and Boston Best Speaker, Real Confidence podcaster, and Thrive Global contributor.

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Own Your Financial Power with Barbara Best

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Barbara Best and host Natalie Benamou discuss the complexities for women owning financial power. Learn how to advocate for your worth, starting with your career and 401K planning.

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Barbara Best is the founder and principal of CAP STRAT and founder of the CAP STRAT Women's Forum. Barbara is passionate about helping women own their voice and power, especially with their financial lives. She is also an expert in the financial service industry with over four decades of experience leading initiatives in all aspects of the business.

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Creating a Lasting Legacy with Rendi Miller

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Rendi Miller and host Natalie Benamou discuss what it means to create a legacy that lasts. Learn how to see the value in your actions, no matter what you do and hear tips for fulfilling your purpose.

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Rendi Miller is the Vice President of Strategic Sourcing and Procurement at ZenDesk. She has a passion for networking and mentoring, which led her to start the Silicon Valley Sourcing Leaders, an industry peer group. Rendi Miller also serves on the board of directors of Milele Home, a nonprofit helping street children in Kenya obtain education as well as rebuilding their lives and reconciling their families.

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Advancing Women in the Workplace with Holly Corbett

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 11:31:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Holly Corbett and host Natalie Benamou discuss inclusion in the workplace as a means of supporting women. Learn about the benefits of allyship and how women can support other women.

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Holly Corbett is Director of Content at Consciously Unbiased. Holly Corbett is fueling inclusion through storytelling to build a passionate community and creating experiences inside organizations to transform workplace culture. She is a nationally syndicated writer. Holly writes for USA today, travelchannel.com, and Forbes.

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How to Lead Authentically with Tosca DiMatteo

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Tosca DiMatteo and host Natalie Benamou discuss the impact of authenticity on leadership. Learn how to increase your confidence and rediscover your power to become a more effective leader.

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Tosca DiMatteo is the founder of Tosca Coaching and Consulting. She's a career transformation coach and strategic marketing consultant. Tosca is an advocate for humanity and she helps you find the deepest truth to unapologetically live and operate from the place of authenticity. Tosca is a "corporate whisperer" and shares actionable ideas that will help you to live your truth.

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How to Recommit to Work-Life Joy with Dr. Tracy Brower

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Dr. Tracy Brower and host Natalie Benamou discuss how to find joy in your work. Learn how to reassess your situation and steps you can take if you are struggling to enjoy work.

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Dr. Tracy Brower is a PhD sociologist, studying work-life fulfillment and happiness. She's the author of The Secrets of Happiness at Work and Bring Work to Life. She is a principal with Steelcase's applied research and consulting group and a contributor for Forbes and Fast Company.

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How to Own Your Power with Dr. Blair Robinson-Price

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Dr. Blair Robinson-Price and host Natalie Benamou discuss the stopping power of self-doubt and how to move past it. Learn how to be your own champion and get recognized for your work.

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Dr. Blair Robinson-Price, Ph.D., is the CEO of Strategize 4 Success and an Executive Coaching and Career Transition Coaching Leader.

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How to Leverage Your Network to Create Business Growth with Dr. Sharon Ayd

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Dr. Sharon Ayd and host Natalie Benamou discuss how to make the most of your network to grow your business. They share how creating alliances is a powerful way to not only build and expand, but can also lead to new opportunities.

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Dr. Sharon Ayd is a Life Science and Management Consultant, Fractional Chief Regulatory Officer for startups, and a Non Executive Director and the Founder of Ayd BioPharma Consulting Group LLC.

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How to Own Your Money Story with Morgan Newman

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Morgan Newman and host Natalie Benamou discuss how you can transform your financial dialogue. Morgan shares the concept of a "money story" and imparts the importance of creating a safe space for women to talk about money.

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Morgan Newman is Director of Investments at Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. and one half of The Newman Group – a mother-daughter team of financial advisors. Her mom, Cindy, is her business partner. They’ve built our practice in our belief in women’s empowerment through financial education and are dedicated to creating the space or women to talk about money in an open and safe space.

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The Power of an Ecosystem with Kathleen Warner

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Kathleen Warner shares the idea of a workplace ecosystem with host Natalie Benamou. Learn how you can use your own ecosystem to grow in your career.

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Kathleen Warner is an entrepreneurial, mission-driven leader who clears paths, cultivates relationships and aligns resources for big ideas to root and grow. With the recognized ability to target gaps and opportunities, empower diverse, effective teams, catalyze collaborative partnerships and strategic alliances and co-design and execute innovative programs, Kathleen builds and sustains the ecosystems necessary to translate vision and purpose into lasting equitable impact.

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Everything You Wanted to Know about Procurement but Were Afraid to Ask with Ann Carter

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Ann Carter, CPO at Dexcom, shares insights about how procurement functions with host Natalie Benamou. Learn what is needed to create strong supplier partnerships and how to make the right connections inside a procurement organization.

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How to Have a Diverse and Inclusive Work Environment with Veronica Appleton

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Veronica Appleton shares with host Natalie Benamou how communication is the most important way to create diversity and an inclusive work environment.

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Veronica Appleton is Vice President, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Talent at The Marketing Arm, an Omnicom Company. She is also a scholar, practitioner and author and Lecturer at DePaul University and Northwestern University.

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How to Use Empathy and Compassion for Life's Difficult Moments with Deb Skarda

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Deb Skarda and host Natalie Benamou discuss why empathy matters and how to be empathetic in life's most difficult moments.

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Deb Skarda has over 30 years’ experience in healthcare business and people transformation. She has a Thrive Forward coaching and consulting business, and she's passionate about supporting leaders who are striving to create more successful and fulfilled lives.

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Natalie Benamou is the Founder of HerCsuite™, an all-in-one membership platform that gives women a mentoring and executive framework to achieve success in every phase of their careers. Members feel more optimistic, experience greater job satisfaction and have improved work-life balance. You are invited to Join HerCsuite™ today to and discover how you can advance your career inside a supportive community.

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How Mentoring is Your Superpower with Host Natalie Benamou

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou explores how mentoring has become the new currency for companies to recruit and retain female talent and why women more than ever need support during these times of change.

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Your Path to Purpose with Dr. Alise Cortez

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Dr. Alise Cortez and host Natalie Benamou explore how to find meaningful purpose in your life. Learn how purpose is all about serving other people.

About Our Guest:

Dr. Alise Cortez is an inspirational speaker, social scientist author, and the host of "Working on Purpose Radio Show". She is also the author of Passionately Striving in 'Why' - 25 Stories of Women from Around the World. She is the chief purpose officer at Alise Cortez and Associates, a management consulting company. She's also the chief ignition officer at Gusto, now a multi-lingual e-learning platform offering wellbeing and leadership development courses.

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The Exponential Power of Recognition with Sarah McVanel

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Sarah McVanel and host Natalie Benamou explore how recognition works both in the workplace and personal relationships.

About Our Guest:

Sarah McVanel is the founder of Greatness Magnified, and she helps individuals leverage the exponential power of recognition to retain top talent, fuel healthy teams and sustain a healthy bottom line. She is 1 of 1500 certified professional speakers worldwide, and she's written five books, Forever Recognize Other’s Greatness, The OG Effect, Greatness Biz Hacks, The Flip Side of Feeling, and so much more.

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Thank you to Sarah McVanel for being a guest on the show, and to Roz Usheroff for introducing us. A special shoutout to Melanie Neal, who recognizes her team and always lifts everyone around her up.

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How The Second Shift Gives Women Work-Life Balance with Jenny Galluzzo

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Jenny Galluzzo shares how to balance your work with your life during these times of changes. She shares with host Natalie Benamou the benefits of the second shift.

About Our Guest:

Jenny Galluzzo is the Co-Founder of The Second Shift and the creator of Let's Be Human (a parenthood and work project). The Second Shift is an online talent marketplace designed for women just like you.

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Thank you to Jenny Galluzzo for being a guest on the show and to Jennifer Justice for the introduction!

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The Key to a Go Big Mindset with Julia Pimsleur

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Julia Pimsleur talks with host Natalie Benamou about how to have a 'go big' mindset. Julia shares how starting with "mind the gap" strategy will help disrupt limiting beliefs.

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Julia Pimsleur is a speaker, best selling author and entrepreneur.

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HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com. Connect with host Natalie Benamou, Founder of HerCsuite® on LinkedIn.

Make The Most of Every Day and Be Undaunted with Kara Goldin, Founder & CEO of Hint, Inc.

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Kara Goldin, Founder and CEO of Hint, Inc., shares with host Natalie Benamou how we need to turn moments when we feel frozen into opportunities for growth. Kara reveals how she overcame doubts, doubters, and wrote her book Undaunted.

About Our Guest:

Kara Goldin is the Founder and CEO of Hint, Inc., best known for its award-winning Hint water, the leading unsweetened flavored water. She has received numerous accolades, including being named EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2017 Northern California and one of InStyle’s 2019 Badass 50. Previously, Kara was VP of Shopping Partnerships at America Online. She hosts the podcast The Kara Goldin Show. Her first book, Undaunted: Overcoming Doubts and Doubters, was released October 2020 and is now a WSJ and Amazon Best Seller. Kara lives in the Bay Area with her family.

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I am so very grateful to Kara Goldin for this incredible interview and want to thank Pat Hedley for introducing us!

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How to Own Your Power with Jennifer Justice

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Jennifer Justice, CEO and Founder of The Justice Department, shares how she became President of Superfly before starting her own company. She and host Natalie Benamou explore how hard it still is for female artists to earn the same compensation as men.

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How to be an Alliance Power Connector with Bobbie Carlton

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Bobbie Carlton and host Natalie Benamou shares insights into the value of becoming an alliance partner. Learn how an alliance partnership can scale your business opportunities.

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Bobbie Carlton is the Founder of Innovation Women, Innovation Nights, and Carlton PR Marketing, and the publisher of Lioness magazine.

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How to Achieve Your Limitless Mindset with JV Crum III

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest JV Crum III, best-selling author, speaker, and futurist, talks with host Natalie Benamou about what it means to have a limitless mindset. Listen in for JV's expert advice.

About Our Guest:

JV Crum III has the number one podcast with 12 million listeners in 190 countries called Conscious Millionaire. He coaches seven and eight figure highly driven entrepreneurs.

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How to Bold Your Brave with Jen Pestikas

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou gets special guest Jen Pestikas, who shares her story as a senior executive leader, coach, podcast host, and mother. She has over 20 years of experience in financial services and shares her insights and strategies about how she landed a new job while she was 8 months pregnant…and what happened next.

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Jennifer Pestikas is a HerCsuite® Coach for Accelerate, Speaker and Member. Since this podcast she has written two bestselling books and continues to shine her light out in the world.

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Why Women Make Great Board Members with Naomi Kent

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Naomi Kent and host Natalie Benamou discuss the qualities that make women great board members. Learn how to get yourself ready for a board position and what you can bring to the table.

About Our Guest:

Naomi Kent is the President of North America and Client Success for In Touch Networks. Naomi is a seasoned advisor and leader, who has a background in sales and customer retention across a wide variety of industries. Naomi Kent served on the board of Step Up Women’s Network, a national membership non-profit organization for 4 years. She also served on the advisory board of Women in the Boardroom for 2 years.

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How to Create Lasting Change with Vanessa Liu

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Vanessa Liu shares with Natalie Benamou stories and strategies on relationship building, starting businesses, and instilling the entrepreneurship mindset for the next generation.

About Our Guest:

Vanessa Liu builds upon her career, including launching a digital media venture fund with Andy Russell, overseeing SAP.iO Foundries in North America, and a growth marketing consultant for McKinsey & Company. Vanessa thrives on creating lasting change, impacting every generation, from the elderly to her children and other young people like them.

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How to Meet 100 People with Pat Hedley

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Pat Hedley shares with host Natalie Benamou how you can make time to expand your network. Pat shares her insights on the benefits of networking.

About Our Guest:

Pat Hedley loves solving problems in new ways. With three decades of global private equity experience at General Atlantic, Pat independently invests in and advises innovative growth companies. As the author of Meet 100 People: A How to Guide to the Career and Life Edge Everyone's Missing, Pat encourages all of us to not just meet people, but also build life-long relationships.

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How to Leverage Your Value with Stephanie Sims

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 07:00:00 GMT

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The Science of Self-Compassion with Debbie Vyskocil

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Debbie Vyskocil, neuroscience innovator, leadership coach, and global speaker. and host Natalie Benamou unlock the science behind treating yourself with self-compassion.

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Resources mentioned in this episode: The Secret

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How to Be a Power Connector with Judy Robinett

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Judy Robinett and host Natalie Benamou discuss how to make connections. They offer a list of "golden questions" to ask to truly make an impression.

About Our Guest:

Judy Robinett is the author of How to be a Power Connector: the 5-50-150 Rule for Turning Your Business Network into Profits which was named the #1 Business Book of 2014 by Inc. Magazine. In addition, Judy is also the author of “Crack The Funding Code”, she is an angel investor, is an advisor to multiple boards and is the former CEO of a Biotech company.

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How to Pay it Forward with Sheryl Chamberlain

Thu, 27 May 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Sheryl Chamberlain shares her insights and experience creating alliances with host Natalie Benamou. Learn the value of paying it forward, regardless of your age.

About Our Guest:

In addition to her board roles, Sheryl Chamberlain has earned many industry awards and recognition including Tribute to Women, (TWIN), Women in Technology from Dallas Business Journal, and Global Innovation Partner of the Year from EMC. Sheryl leveraged her broad experience in strategic partnerships, business process improvement, SaaS, enterprise software, program management, business development, and solution selling for companies as diverse as Medidata Solutions, Dell EMC, Capgemini, and The Linux Foundation.

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Resources mentioned in this episode:

Coupa Empower: Creating a Community of Women Program
Hult Prize website
Hult Prize 2021 Challenge (YouTube video)

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Know What to Ask and Get Paid More with Claire Wasserman Founder & Author Ladies Get Paid

Thu, 20 May 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today’s episode, special guest Claire Wasserman discusses her book Ladies Get Paid with host Natalie Benamou. This conversation with host Natalie Benamou and Claire Wasserman opens the door and shows you how to start talking about money and knowing your worth.

About Our Guest:

Claire Wasserman champions the advancement of women and is a highly sought-after expert for Fortune 500 companies. She’s taught thousands of women how to negotiate millions of dollars in raises, start businesses, and advocate for themselves. Motivated by a friend’s experience uncovering a serious difference between men and women’s salaries, Claire is an educator and an advocate for women everywhere, teaching them how to advocate for themselves. Claire was named one of Entrepreneur Magazine’s 100 Most Powerful Women.

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Resources mentioned in this episode:

Harvard Business Review article

Thank you, Claire Wasserman, for this conversation, your advocacy and for opening the doors to talking about money in a way to help women achieve gender parity.

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Authentic Leadership with Anna Maria Chávez

Thu, 13 May 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Anna Maria Chávez and host Natalie Benamou discuss paying it forward to inspire the next generation of leaders. Learn how leading authentically allowed Anna to handle her roles as CEO of the National School Boards Association during the pandemic.

Thank you to Anna Maria Chávez for this interview, for your leadership at the NSBA and all the ways you are paving the way forward for us all.

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Choose to be Epic with Carolyn Buck Luce

Thu, 06 May 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Carolyn Buck Luce shares with host Natalie Benamou how women need to stand up for their power and their purpose. Learn how you can rewrite your future starting now.

About Our Guest:

Carolyn Buck Luce is the inventor of The Decade Game® and co-founder Imaginal Labs LLC. Carolyn is a culture shifter, talent innovator, executive coach and speaker shares how women need to stand up for their power and their purpose. She was a diplomat in the Soviet Union and an international and Wall Street banker.

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Five Best Practices Every Woman Should Do with Pattie Grimm

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Pattie Grimm shares with host Natalie Benamou five best practices that all women need to enact.

About Our Guest:

Pattie Grimm started her career as a teacher, then after being laid off due to budget cuts, went from being a part-time teller to one of the youngest female vice-presidents for a big California bank by age 28. It was at that time that she decided to quit and start her own business. In 1998 she was hired by Microsoft ,and in 2010, she faced a health scare that almost ended her career. Since then, she has made it her mission to help women help themselves.

About Our Guest:

Pattie Grimm is an author, speaker, trainer, and coach. Get a copy of Pattie's book on her website, Quiet Women Never Changed History.

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How to Thrive in an Evolving World with Suzanne Coonan

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Suzanne Coonan, Senior Executive Coach for a Fortune 10 company, shares insights on how to make career decisions and lead during difficult times. Suzanne and host Natalie Benamou discuss how to develop resilience in order to be able to thrive in evolving times.

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How to Get A Paid Board Role with Naomi Kent

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Naomi Kent and host Natalie Benamou discuss what you need to get a paid board role and the difference between non-profit and corporate boards.

About Our Guest:

Naomi Kent, President of North America - In Touch Networks is the world leader in career transition. In Touch is a Deloitte-awarding-winning company, recognized as one of the fastest growing technology businesses in Europe.

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How to be an Adaptive Leader with Melanie Neal

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Melanie Neal discusses with host Natalie Benamou the importance of being flexible and ready to take action as a leader.

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How a Positive Mindset Creates Career Growth with Cathy Skala

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Cathy Skala, CEO at CureX, shares her leadership journey with host Natalie Benamou. She reveals how her positive mindset opened many doors of opportunity.

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How to Embrace a Wellness Mindset with Laurie Wessels

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 17:34:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Laurie Wessels is interviewed by host Natalie Benamou. Learn how leadership ties into wellness and how to balance your well-being.

About Our Guest:

Laurie Wessels is a strategic and executive leader development coach and leads the HerCsuite™ online courses and coaches. She is also an adjunct professor.

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How to Make a Career Pivot with Roz Usheroff

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 08:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, special guest Roz Usheroff interviews host Natalie Benamou in the second part of this two-part episode. They discuss how to make a career pivot and where to find inspiration to move forward.

About Our Guest:

Roz Usheroff is a leadership, image, and branding specialist. You can find Roz here.

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How to Make a Difference with Roz Usheroff

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 08:00:00 GMT

In our two-part launch episode, special guest Roz Usheroff interviews host Natalie Benamou on career transformation, loneliness in leadership, and valuing yourself.

About Our Guest:

Roz Usheroff is a leadership, image, and branding specialist. You can find Roz here.

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