The Impactful Conversations Effect Podcast

What does it take to build a company from a teenage idea into a $500 million business? And perhaps more importantly, what does success look like after you’ve achieved it? In this episode of The Impactful Conversations Effect , Ashley and I sat down with award-winning tech entrepreneur, author and speaker Catherine Connelly , whose entrepreneurial journey began at just 15 years old when she co-foun...

What does it really take to build a career that evolves with you? Our Season 3 opener of The Impactful Conversations Effect is with Stephanie Horton, Senior Director, Global Commerce, Retail and U.S. Ads Marketing at Google. Stephanie is a 30-year veteran of the luxury fashion and marketing industries. Stephanie’s career has taken her from American Vogue and The New York Times to Shopbop, Farfetch...

In the season finale of The Impactful Conversations Effect, we sit down with Delphine Gardère, the trailblazing CEO and owner of Société du Rhum Barbancourt, Haiti’s most iconic rum brand. At the helm of a company with over 163 years of heritage, Delphine shares how she’s honouring its rich legacy while boldly transforming it into a premium global brand. Delphine speaks candidly about stepping int...

In this episode of The Impactful Conversations Effect , we’re joined by transition and leadership coach Rachel Kourakos, whose inspiring career journey took her from high-powered roles in finance and Google to betting entirely on herself. Rachel opens up about the moment she realised that even the most “dream” jobs can feel wrong—and how she found the courage to trust her intuition and walk away....

My friend Delphine is one of the most strategic and thoughtful leaders I know. We're both passionate PSG supporters, and in between sharing celebratory memes, we spoke about PSG’s victory over Inter Milan and the deeper significance behind it. Delphine has always believed in the power of working together to achieve a common goal. She leads a team of over 700 employees who operate with a shared vis...

In this episode of The Impactful Conversations Effect , we sit down with Cathie Urushibata, a creative leader who shares how bold decisions, daily rituals, and listening with intention shaped her career. From her leap of faith moving to New York for grad school to the lessons she learned at Shake Shack under the leadership of CEO Randy Garutti, Cathie offers thoughtful insights into what it takes...

In this episode of The Impactful Conversations Effect , we sit down with Allison Stadd , Senior Vice President of Brand, Culture & Media at Shipt (a Target company), to explore the unexpected intersections of leadership and jazz drumming. A dual US-Canadian citizen, writer, and lifelong creative, Allison shares how her early training in music and writing shaped her approach to leading high-perform...

These days, customers, myself included, aren’t as brand-loyal as we once were. I used to be someone who had to buy a specific product from a specific brand, no exceptions. But that mindset has shifted. Today, people are drawn to products that speak to them personally, offer meaningful value, or provide exclusive access or perks. Brand loyalty, once a given, is now fragile, always up for negotiatio...

In this inspiring conversation, we sit down with Marine Tanguy, founder and CEO of MTArt Agency , the leading international talent agency for visual artists shaping today's culture. From managing a gallery at 21 that discovered Banksy to launching the first Certified B Corporation in the art sector, Marine shares her bold journey redefining how artists are represented and valued. We explore why ar...

In this episode, we sit down with Lissy Alden, the founder of MYNDY , a pioneering mental fitness company redefining wellness for the modern workforce. With a background that includes working with global giants like JPMorgan, Amex, and The New York Times, and holding degrees from Cornell University and an MBA from MIT, Lissy brings a powerful blend of academic insight and real-world experience, de...

When I first started out, I had a clear vision of what this entrepreneurial journey would look like, structured days, impactful work, and a steady path forward. Reality? A little messier, a lot less linear, and filled with pivots I didn’t see coming. One of the most meaningful examples of this has been Purpose for Impact , the consultancy Ashley and I created. We set out to advise mission-driven c...

Six years ago when we first met her, Babba Rivera was the founder of byBabba, a marketing agency helping brands make meaningful connections. Today, she’s the founder and CEO of Ceremonia, a clean haircare brand celebrating her Latinx heritage. Babba has raised millions in venture capital, making her one of the few women of Latin descent in the U.S. to achieve this milestone. In this season opener,...

In our season finale, we spoke with Lindsey Tramuta, an acclaimed American journalist and author based in Paris. Known for her insightful works The New Paris and The New Parisienne, Lindsey shares her journey of moving to Paris, her evolution as a writer, and her observations on the cultural contrasts between French and American women. Join us as we explore Lindsey's experiences shaping her unique...

In this episode, we delve into the concept of Environmental Intelligence (E.I.) with expert Nora Gherbi. As an advisor, author, and sought-after speaker, Nora has pioneered the integration of E.I. into governance, strategy, and regenerative business development. We explore her transformative journey from economic diplomacy to founding WhoCares, where she blends E.I. principles, Indigenous wisdom,...

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Lea Durante, a Family Nurse Practitioner turned Integrative Life Coach, who is on a mission to help people achieve vibrant wellbeing through cutting-edge, science-based practices. With over 50,000 patient encounters under her belt, Lea realized the limitations of traditional healthcare and shifted her focus to holistic coaching. She now combines nervous system r...

In this episode, we sit down with David Daniels IV, Founder of DD4 Consulting and an expert in Talent Acquisition and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). With over a decade of experience in the startup world in New York City and San Francisco, David has successfully placed over 250 hires in tech sectors including edtech, fintech, and adtech. We dive into the current state of DEI in the US, Dav...

In this episode, hosts Winy Bernard Bertin and Ashley Rudolph sit down with Amanda Hazer, a former athlete turned consultant and coach, who specializes in guiding female athletes through the often-challenging transition to post-athletic careers. With a background in neuroscience and an MBA in innovation and product development, Amanda brings over a decade of experience in the healthcare industry t...

In the season opener of The Impactful Conversations Effect podcast, hosts Ashley Rudolph and Winy Bernard Bertin share the motivation behind their new venture and reflect on their personal journeys. They dive into the pivotal conversations that shaped their paths and brought them to this moment. This engaging and insightful discussion will leave you eager for the episodes to come, featuring a dive...