Flip the Tortilla

Sandi Peterson is extraordinarily successful from any measurement. You can find her name on many lists of global; impactful, and influential leaders. She is also known for her dedication to mentoring and philanthropy. I worked for Sandi at J&J. We have kept in frequent contact over the years and continue to share our perspectives about careers, life, and commitment to personal growth.. I think you...

The mindset of Flipping the Tortilla is about refusing to accept situations that are suboptimal to our sense of self of well-being. People who live by this philosophy find a way to change their circumstances by refusing to accept the status quo. Through planning, creating momentum, and sheer hell-bent determination they find a way to thrive. Samina Bari epitomizes this mindset. She is the daughter...

If you are interested in how to have a meaningful career that is marked by purpose and success, this is the podcast for you! Rich (Raz) shares with us his journey from Corporate America to successful entrepreneur. Plenty of employees refer to Rich as the "best boss ever" and his peers see him as one of the coolest, most passionate, and enlightened individuals they know. Denice worked with Rich ove...

In honor of Pride Month, Ester Banque, Executive VP and President of U.S. Operations for  Zoetis , (the world's leading animal health company) shares her journey of coming out at work. Wildly successful, Ester is so warm, authentic, and wise. Born in Spain, she is a mom, wife, inspirational leader with extensive global experiences and a breadth of executive roles. Her words about sharing our authe...

Ambidextrous thinkers are super adept at both left and right-brain thinking. They can see the big picture as well as zoom in on details. George Barrett is one of those people, a true polymath. His accomplishments are incredibly inspiring: CEO of a Fortune 20 company, policy influencer, board member, professor, accomplished athlete, and thriving musician. His recently released debut album, Not Alon...

Our habits and thoughts influence how we see ourselves and the world around us. Amy Kemp, an expert in the power of habits, discusses how to leverage positive habits and recognize and change habits that hold us back from our potential. One of her insights is "If you're going to make up a story in your head, make it a good one." We also discuss the critical ingredient that sits between goals and re...

Amy Schulman is an iconic leader who is managing partner at venture capital firm, Polaris. She has been a CEO, served on numerous high profile boards, worked in the C-suite of a Fortune 5 company, and named to Fortune's Most Powerful Women list. These are just a few of her many accomplishments. She is also an incredible mentor to many and is well known for her selfless giving back. This episode is...

Did you know the US often ranks lower than other developed countries when it comes to women's healthcare? While we have the leading healthcare spending per capita, we also have one of the highest maternal mortality rates and percentage un/underinsured. Healthcare disparity for women is a critical topic for all of us. Esteemed women's health expert, Dr. Susan Nicholson, discusses what we need to kn...

Patricia Bradley, seasoned healthcare executive, is a master of networking. In this episode, Patricia will share priceless tips on how to network and create meaningful connections in a genuine way.

Rahul Singhvi is the Co-founder and CEO of Resilience, a first-of-its-kind manufacturing and technology company dedicated to broadening access and availability to complex medicines. Rahul's leadership experiences span large organizations and start-ups. His wealth of accomplishments and humility set the stage for invaluable lessons in leadership and cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset.

Phoebe Atkinson, clinician, positive psychology expert, and co-facilitator of Women's Leadership Program at Rutgers, shares how we can increase our ability to connect with others in the workplace. Genuine connection fosters new ways to gain valuable mentors. While this can feel intimidating, knowledge and practice can turn you into a maestro of mentoring!

Disclosure: I love Oofos recovery shoes. I sought out Darren Brown, their Head Of Marketing to learn more about what makes this company and their products so amazing. Not only do they make shoes that make you say "aaah" they give back in a big way. If you know about Oofos, you know. If not, I hope you can take a moment to learn about how passion wins.

Being an "adult" can suck the sense of play and creativity out of us! Samantha Lomow, CEO of Playworks! has successfully led major change efforts at companies like Foot Locker and Hasbro. She shares valuable lessons on the importance of play and creativity in our careers and how we can get back to leveraging our inner child.

Best friends, Allie and Elle, are in their early 30's, have wildly successful careers, and are balancing the demands of families and motherhood. Allie has held positions at Modern Work and Security, Microsoft, and Mastercard. Elle is an attorney who worked in the Obama administration and was featured in the book, Yes She Can: 10 Stories of Hope & Change from Young Female Staffers of the Obama Whit...

From professional dancer to C-suite leader and expert in health tech, Alissa Hsu-Lynch is an accomplished executive and a master at creating new possibilities. Alissa has held management positions at J&J, Google, and Bausch Health and is a Henry Crown Fellow at the Aspen Institute. She shares invaluable lessons on how to grow a portfolio career by growing your skills and creating new options.

Kat is one of those people that epitomizes resilience and determination. The first to attend college in her family, Kat overcame tremendous barriers to gain an impressive education at some of the best schools in the country. After earning great success at several large healthcare companies, Kat co-founded Artemis Factor, a highly successful project management firm that partners with life sciences...

I was recently watching Tik Tok videos about macro dieting and stumbled upon Aurora Cristiano ("Bicep Blonde"). Aurora decided she wanted to get healthier, and while raising a small child and managing a professional career, she lost 35 pounds and competed in her first professional bodybuilding competition. Her approach intrigued me, and I wanted to share her insights on transformation with you. I...

You are in for a real treat with this episode! Dr. Groppel talks with us about how to be more healthy (and happy). Dr. Groppel is a global expert in the field of human performance and served as the co-founder of the Johnson & Johnson Human Performance Institute. He is the author of numerous peer-reviewed articles and books, most notably The Corporate Athlete. Dr. Groppel was recently inducted into...

In January 2023, Sandra Velasquez went on Shark Tank and pitched Nopalera, her line of skin care products derived from nopal, the prickly- pear cactus. Velasquez, who is of Mexican heritage and has a background in sales, wanted to create a brand that celebrates her Latino heritage while creating clean, sustainable products. She started the business out of her Brooklyn apartment in the midst of the...

Flip the Tortilla is back after an unexpected four-month hiatus! After undergoing a routine knee replacement in March, Denice woke up in the hospital with some complications, including a pulmonary embolism and excruciating pain from a herniated disc. Denice talks about her journey through unrelenting pain, uncertainty, moments of despair, and the incredible power of meditation, breathing exercises...

Tina Lifford is an actor, playwright, author, and Founder of The Inner Fitness Project. She shares with us invaluable steps to strengthen our inner fitness so that we can live our best life!

Debra Sandler is an uber-successful executive who has served in the C-suite of some of the most prestigious companies. Today, she serves on multiple high-profile boards and also works tirelessly to help place women and underrepresented talent on boards. Her experience and wisdom are priceless as she talks about the power of taking action - both on our personal goals and in helping others.

Are you someone who never wants to feel stuck in a position or with a company? This episode is for you! Coco Brown shares terrific advice about steps to get to the next level, a different role, or the board room. Coco is the founder and CEO of Athena Alliance, a firm that helps female leaders reach their career goals through skill development, networking, mentoring, coaching, and other services. C...

Many people who create something extraordinary are wildly creative, persistent, passionate, and don't take no for an answer. While there may be a million and one reasons to quit, they don't. Andrew Miller is that person. Brilliant by any standard, Andrew is a founder of Karuna Therapeutics, a biopharmaceutical company in Boston. Dr. Miller is the lead inventor of Karuna's KarXT platform (solutions...

Many of us are underdogs. We've been told we can't or won't and use that as fuel for kicking ass. It takes a lot of hard work, falling and getting back up, and sheer determination to achieve and even go beyond our dreams. Diane is an example of someone who is living the American Dream. When Diane and her parents came to the U.S., they lived in a one-bedroom, cockroach-infested apartment. At a youn...