C-Sweet Talks

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Laura Danforth , President of BlueWave Resource Partners, joins Co-CEOs Beth Hilbing and Dianne Gubin for an insightful conversation on modern executive leadership, building resilient company cultures, and why sustainable success—not burnout—is becoming the new standard for C-level leaders.  Leading nearly 500 consultants across the aerospace, defense, and infrast...

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Wendy Paige Sterling, CEO & Founder of The New EI™, joins C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing to explore why even the most accomplished women second guess themselves under pressure. Wendy introduces her framework of energetic intelligence, revealing how leaders can shift from urgency-driven decisions to certainty-led leadership.  From recognizing bod...

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Mitch Sodikoff, Executive Producer and Managing Director of Global Message, joins C-Sweet Co-CEOs Beth Hilbing and Dianne Gubin to introduce a new kind of B2B ecosystem built on trusted relationships. From connecting companies to the right partners across tech, finance, operations, and beyond, Mitch shares how curated networks can drive both top-line growth and bo...

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Kruti Kapadia, Leadership Coach for Technologists and Founder of Kapadia Coaching, joins C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing to break down the critical gap between technical excellence and strategic leadership. From translating complex ideas into business impact to influencing across functions and leading with executive presence, Kruti shares what it tru...

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Emily Groch, Sr. Creative Studio Consultant at LinkedIn and C-Sweet executive committee, sits down with Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing for a conversation on the vision, growth, and impact behind C-Sweet. From its early beginnings to a thriving network of 30,000+ executive women, this episode explores how C-Sweet is redefining networking through real connect...

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Terrisa Duenas, Founder & CEO of ESTE® Leverage, joins C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing to explore how applied AI is transforming talent discovery, workforce development, and leadership at scale. From empowering non-traditional learners to translating lived experiences into real-world skills, Terrisa shares how technology can unlock human potentia...

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Valicia Dantzler, Human Resources Business Partner, leader, and strategist, to explore how HR leaders drive business outcomes from the inside out. Valicia shares her perspective on aligning talent strategy with organizational goals, navigating complex workplace dynamics, and leading with both empathy and...

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Ingrid Hibbard, explorer, mining industry advocate, and CEO of Pelangio, to discuss what it takes to lead in one of the world’s most complex and high-risk industries. Ingrid shares her journey navigating exploration, building credibility in a male-dominated field, and advocating for responsible mining pra...

In this episode, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Lisa Lobue, Senior Vice President and Relationship Manager at GBank, to explore what it truly takes to build enduring executive partnerships in financial services. Lisa shares her perspective on relationship-driven leadership, navigating complex client needs, and creating value that goes far beyond transactions.  Join the...

In this episode, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Maryna Yudina , Doctor of Medicine-Ukr/ Neurofeedback Cognitive Performance /Leadership Optimization Specialist at Quant Synaptic Solution LLC / Pacific Neurocenter Inc., to explore how brain-based performance directly shapes executive decision-making, resilience, and clarity under pressure.  Drawing from neurofeedback, c...

In this episode, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with  Sheryl Brinkley , executive leadership & career coach, to talk about professional identity, self-promotion, confidence, and how women can step into their value without apology. Sheryl shares why we must consciously uncouple from company identity, collect career “receipts” in real time, and learn to articulate our sec...

In this episode, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with  Anna-Sophia Kristjansson , founder and CEO of Lexicon Lens, to unpack the often-overlooked gap between strategic planning and strategic activation. With 25 years of experience across marketing, HR, operations, and disruptive change, Anna-Sophia shares how organizations can align people, process, and stakeholder strategie...

In this episode, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with  Pamela Bowen , CEO of Eminence MSO and founder of Crimson Sanctuary , to explore the emerging intersection of strategic advisory, personal sovereignty, and soulful leadership. Pamela shares how leading multi-million-dollar enterprises taught her that leadership is energetic before it is strategic — and how nervous system...

In this episode, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Gayle Bartscherer , Global CEO and CEO of Live Wine , the first direct-to-consumer wine marketplace in the U.S. Gayle shares her journey from humble beginnings in Northwest England to leading iconic wine portfolios around the world and bringing innovation, tech, and community into a legacy category.   If you care about bu...

In this episode, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Margaux Currie, Managing Director at Cigna Healthcare and a stage III breast cancer survivor. Margot shares her powerful journey—from discovering her diagnosis at 39 to transforming her experience into groundbreaking initiatives in oncology, preventative care, and patient advocacy. With candor and wisdom, she discusses se...

In this episode, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Samantha Brown, CEO & Founder of Connect More , to explore The Human Code —a groundbreaking tool designed to simplify communication and strengthen human connection. Samantha shares her journey from tech leader to communication innovator, and how her framework helps leaders, teams, and families bridge gaps, reduce fric...

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Shirin Sabouri, CPA, Senior Tax Manager at CohnReznick, for a candid conversation on career resilience, flexibility, and the people side of tax.  Shirin shares her path from CSUN to Big Four to CohnReznick; how parenting shaped her career decisions; what keeps women in (or drives them out of) the profession; and...

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with executive coach and strategic advisor Serin Silva to uncover what’s really happening behind closed C-Suite doors. Serin—who has advised Fortune 1000 leaders and fast-growing women-led companies—shares how executive women can navigate burnout, lead through uncertainty, and thrive in the age of AI. From intuitive i...

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sits down with  Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj—Board-Certified Cardiologist, Functional Medicine Advocate, and Founder of Well12. Dr. Sanjay shares how he bridges cutting-edge precision medicine with lifestyle-centered functional care to address the root causes of disease.  From cardiovascular health to sleep, stress, diet, and even longe...

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sits down with Rochelle Nitka, Director of C-Sweet Executive Search, to discuss the critical role of women in leadership and how C-suite executives can navigate career transitions and personal branding. Rochelle shares her journey from staffing to executive search and explains how middle-market companies are tapping into diver...

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sits down with Daniel Olexa, founder of Transcendent Living, LLC. Daniel shares invaluable insights on leadership development, overcoming imposter syndrome, and unlocking personal power.  In this episode, we delve into the transformative work Daniel is doing with executives through executive coaching, neuroscience, and hypnoth...

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sits down with  Shubhi Rao , Founder & CEO of UpLevyl . With her extensive experience at global tech giants like Alphabet/Google, Tesco, Shubie discusses her groundbreaking work in AI and her mission to build technology that’s female-forward and inclusive. Shubie opens up about her leadership journey, how she broke barrier...

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sits down with Darlene Hawley, executive leadership and business coach, where she shares her expertise on empowering women to find their voice and lead with confidence. Darlene discusses how she helps women overcome their inner critic, manage physiological sensations, and communicate with clarity to build trust, foster relatio...

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, join Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing as they chat with Teresa and Ashley Freeborn, the dynamic mother-daughter duo behind Smash + Tess. From humble beginnings to creating a global clothing brand, they discuss the journey of building a company that’s as much about women’s empowerment as it is about fashion. Learn how their 'romper revolution' sparke...

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing welcome Maryam Marzara, Executive Coach, Leadership Consultant & Expert Facilitator, Marzara Consulting & Coaching, Inc., to discuss the power of coaching, how to challenge your inner critic, and why investing in yourself is the key to success. Maryam shares her journey, neuroscience-backed insights, and the difference...