We HEAR Her

Melisa Griffith, is the Sr. Membership Director for the Ken Garff University Club. As her LinkedIn profile states she “Connects People with Purpose”. Melisa has traveled extensively around the globe for humanitarian purposes. In her podcast she describes how that path was not typical for a young, single woman in Utah but it worth it!

Amanda Morton, Vice President of Relationship Development for Cyprus Credit Union has gone from owning her own hair salons to 10 years in the banking industry. From being a small business owner to the world of banking Amanda shares how work-ethic and accountability are the keys to success!

Mallory Santa Cruz, newly appointed Vice President of Success in Education and Amy Browning, newly appointed Senior Director of Development talk about the journey of building Women Who Succeed over the past three years. Lessons they have learned, what they have shared with young staff, and the need for entrepreneurial flexibility in a non-profit setting.

Laura Peifer, Health Consultant and Vice President of GBS Benefits discusses the complexities of giving 120% to her professional career and 120% to her personal life. She reflects during yoga her affirmation “LCR”, which stands for “I deserve to be loved, chosen, and respected.”

Robin Huling, Founder of Warner Communication shares some of the best advice she ever received, “Have your kindling prepared before lightning strikes”. This successful entrepreneur, business owner, speaker, and consultant shares her personal journey with infertility while pressing through professional opportunities.

Liese Rodger, Vice President and Banker at J.P. Morgan Private Bank, shares insight into how she has created her identity separate from the expectations and pressures from others. As a female leader in Finance, with a background and love for history, food, and Princess Diana, Liese brings unique and creative insights to her role. In this episode, Liese gives guidance on balancing friendships and w...

Jennifer Hall, Civil Engineer and Assistant Vice President at WSP USA, shares how her unconventional college journey and family-farm background has helped her become a fast learner and passionate leader. As a woman in the Engineering field, Jennifer understands the gender inequalities that are often working against her, but she never lets anyone, not even herself, put her in a corner.

Krista Parry, Chief Development Officer at Visit Salt Lake, has become a successful and attentive leader, mother, and woman by showing up and being willing to learn. In this episode of We HEAR Her, Krista shares some of her experiences and hardships that have made her the resilient and hard-working woman she is today.

Melanie Jones, Editor in Chief for Utah Business, reflects on her journey being a daughter of a single mother with 5 children to where she is now personally and professionally. Melanie is a huge advocate for young women completing their post-secondary education for their economic stability, personal confidence, and intellectual growth.

Georgi Rausch shares her insight into how fun and mindfulness keep her on a path of continual learning. “Good Job Georgi," is her mantra throughout the day as she accomplishes big and small accomplishments. Her hardship with her mom and her journey beyond that resonates with many women at this stage in their lives.

Melissa shares how she has learned to love and accept the story of her life even though it is different than what she thought it would be. It may not look the way she thought it would be, but she enjoys the surprises and opportunities around every door!

Dana Grinnell, Author, Speaker, and Business Strategy & Operations Leader at Grinnell Capital Dana has a passion for women and their empowerment through money. She has a long corporate career in business development and executive leadership positions. With that experience and passion, she assists women in the financial services industry and as investors. 

Elizabeth McMillian, Director of Communications at the Utah Department of Transportation Elizabeth discusses how the practice of staying true to your values keeps you in alignment with all of your priorities, tasks, and projects. She also describes the difficulties of providing transportation services in the fastest-growing state in the United States.   

Brandy Vega, CEO of Vega Media Studios After nearly losing her daughter to suicide, Brandy made a decision to become an advocate, spokesperson, and event organizer of Live LIVE to share her mission of preventing suicide.  For all of us that have struggled with mental illness or had a family member or friend who has struggled with mental illness, this is a must-hear episode.

Mary Crafts, Founder and CEO of Mary Crafts, INC., and Founder of Culinary Crafts Mary provides depth and wisdom in this episode as to how to cut the cords of fear that bind you. She dives into her new book Unbounded: From Sorrow to Summit and shares insights from her journey. 

Rachelle Morris, Co-Founder & Managing Director at RevRoad Capital Rachelle shares her journey personally and professionally, as she has navigated the grief of losing her sister, Madie. Rachelle carries Madie with her every day in memories, love, loss, and hope. Hear from Rachelle how she “embraces hello” in honor of her sister each and every day. 

Alison Dayton, Founder of Lift and Love Foundation  Allison shares the heart-wrenching story of losing her brother, who was gay, to suicide and how she now fiercely advocates for her son and other LGBTQ individuals to have a place of strength and belonging. 

Christina Qi, CEO of Data Bento  Christina shares with us in this podcast how she founded Domeyard LP hedge fund focused on high-frequency trading from her dorm room with $1,000. Born in China and raised in Logan, Utah, in poverty, here is how determination, hard work, and growing from rejection made Christina who she is today!