Career Moms Connect

Are you a working mom, tired of the corporate grind and ready for something more fulfilling? Then this episode is for you. Career Moms Connect host, Helena Poleo, announces a brand-new program to help professional working moms leverage their experience to start their consulting careers. Listen to learn how you can start your consulting business without a huge following or a website, and start taki...

Today's guest is Brittinie Tran, founder of Hot Mess Express Rescue, a women-led nonprofit with chapters across the U.S. that helps women in the community with no judgment—just compassion, cleaning, organizing, and the chance for a fresh start. Brittinie has built a national movement around the idea that sometimes the most powerful form of support is simply showing up, rolling up your sleeves, and...

In this solo episode, Career Moms Connect podcast hostess Helena Poleo dives into the true situation for working moms in the United States. They're exhausted, overextended, and doing everything they can to keep it all together. It's no wonder over half a million women have left the workforce. Not because they've stopped caring about their careers — but because the system was never designed to supp...

Today's guest is someone who's helping families live healthier, more mindful lives — without the overwhelm. Aida Garcia-Toledo is an environmental toxin educator and the founder of 3 Little Plums, where she's made it her mission to make low-tox living approachable — translating the science and research into simple, practical steps anyone can take. In our conversation, Aida shares why lowering toxi...

If you want to be more financially knowledgeable and in control of your financial future, this episode is for you.  In this episode of  Career Moms Connect , I talk with  Lena Perepelova —financial educator, coach, and founder of the Women Investors Club. Lena shares how financial confidence shapes not only our security, but also our happiness, freedom, and family life. From teaching kids about mo...

🎙️ In this episode of  Career Moms Connect , I sit down with  Brie Chrisman , founder and CEO of  Boss Co , a fully virtual operations management company transforming how private practices run, with a focus on the mental health field. Brie and her team fill a critical gap: while clinicians learn how to treat clients and grow their practice, few are taught how to actually  run  a business.  In our...

In this episode, I sit down with  Teri Arvesu González , a 15x Emmy Award-winning media executive and thought leader at the intersection of storytelling, leadership, and social impact. Now, as founder of  The TAG Collab , Teri is on a mission to help Latinas reclaim confidence, build intentional influence, and rise without erasing who they are. We talk about her journey from the newsroom to the bo...

In this episode, we sit down with Jeanette Rivera — certified personal trainer, strength and conditioning expert, and founder of GetResults Fitness and BWerks. With nearly 18 years of experience, Jeanette works with everyone from busy professionals to competitive athletes, specializing in science-backed strategies for strength, sports performance, and sustainable weight loss. As a wife, mom of two...

Maria Aleandra Fernandez is a  content creator, spiritual seeker, wife, mom, and full-time caregiver to her husband, who was diagnosed with ALS in 2020. In this powerful episode, Maria Aleandra opens up to Helena Poleo about the emotional weight of caregiving—and the strength it takes to carry it; How she maintains her inner spark through grief, motherhood, and uncertainty; and what joy and empowe...

Like many other new moms, when former beauty queen and elected official Julianna Strout had her first baby girl, she felt lost and alone. She went to social media for support in navigating this new phase of her life, and she quickly found a network — but also discovered that network craved something else: in-person connections. So she created the SRQ Women's Expo. The expo, which has been held thr...

Join us for a conversation with Alejandra Molina, a working mom and Emmy Award-winning journalist. As a reporter, she has also covered local, national, and international news, including her series "Live from Haiti," which earned her an Emmy Award and recognition from the Associated Press. She is now an anchor in a major news outlet in South Florida and a mom of three. Alejandra shares with us how...

Join Helena Poleo for a conversation with Intuitive Business Coach Gaby Guzman, who has helped hundreds of   women build lives and careers  on their own terms . Gaby brings a powerful blend of business wisdom and spiritual insight to the table.  Her work blends strategy and soul, helping you cut through the noise and move forward with purpose.  Whether you're launching something new or just feelin...

This week on  Career Moms Connect, I'm sharing the incredible story of Adriana Oliva, an entrepreneur who launched her events and social media consulting firm during one of the most uncertain economic times in recent history. And as a plus - she's also my best friend, and an integral part of my village that is helping me raise my two daughters. If you've been dreaming of starting your own business...

Let's be honest—when your home is a mess, your  mind feels like a mess too.  This week on Career Moms Connect, I sat down with Karelia Arauz, a working mom and professional organizer who turned her love of order into a thriving business. And yes—she's figured out how to balance work, kids, and clean closets without losing her mind. If you've ever felt like your house is working against you, this e...

No one gets married thinking they will get a divorce, but, unfortunately, things happen, and a seemingly idyllic marriage can come to an end. We don't know what could happen tomorrow, and it is always a good idea to be prepared when it comes to finances in those difficult moments. This week's guest is Lindsay Gunia a working mom and an experienced family law attorney specializing in handling compl...

Have you ever dreamed about just pressing  pause on everything—work, schedules, routines—and stepping into a whole new adventure? Well, this week's Career Mom's Connect guest did just that! Vivianne Bohorques found herself at a crossroads in her life and decided to take a few months to travel, reconnect with herself, and rediscover what truly lights her up. In that time, she found her passion and...

In this powerful episode of Career Moms Connect, we sit down with a trailblazing Colonel  Shannon Cary is a U.S. Air Force Reservist currently serving as the Deputy Commander of the 926th Wing at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. Shannon talks to us about how women are rewriting the rules of leadership, motherhood, and career paths. She opens up about navigating life as a woman and mom in the military —...

Join me for an honest conversation with Lissete Hermida, an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and mom of two, who took a conventional route to becoming a mom. Lissete's road to becoming a mom was full of challenges, and she talks frankly about how she overcame them to reach her dream of becoming a mom. We also talk about how she juggles running several companies and fulfilling her many community commi...

Join me for a frank conversation with Lidia Amoretti, CPC, ELI-MP, a healthcare communications leader and certified life coach. As a wife, mother, and coach, Lidia's mission is to help working moms reconnect with their true selves and find harmony between their roles in motherhood, career, and personal growth. Lidia and I chat about mom guilt, imposter syndrome, and the joys of enjoying that quiet...

I'm Helena Poleo, a communications specialist with over 20 years of experience. I am so glad you're joining us in this podcast, where I will interview amazing women who love their jobs and their families.  We'll talk about the challenges women face in their workspace, as well as in their home life, and how they overcome them. Hopefully, we can all learn a little bit from each of these fabulous lad...