In Her Land

In this special season finale of In Her Land, hosts Carrie Aguilar and Mara Kamat reflect on the powerful stories, lessons, and moments that defined Season 2. From courageous career pivots and entrepreneurial leaps to conversations about leadership, motherhood, wellness, mentorship, and resilience, they revisit the insights that stayed with them long after the microphones were turned off. Along th...

In this episode of In Her Land, hosts Carrie Aguilar and Mara Kamat sit down with financial advisor, writer, and advocate Grace Arnold for an honest conversation about women, wealth, and financial confidence. Grace shares her journey from corporate finance and strategy into entrepreneurship, why she became passionate about helping women take ownership of their financial futures, and the realities...

In this episode of In Her Land, hosts Carrie Aguilar and Mara Kamat sit down with Denise Shade, corporate executive turned entrepreneur and CEO of Audit One, to explore her journey from a 20+ year career at KeyBank to acquiring and leading her own company. Denise shares how a long-standing goal of business ownership guided her career decisions, the realities of leaving a stable leadership role to...

In this episode of In Her Land, hosts Carrie Aguilar and Mara Kamat sit down with Mara’s mother, Susan Nash, CFO of Helix Linear Technologies, for a deeply personal conversation on career, motherhood, and the reality of navigating life without a perfect plan. From building her career in a male-dominated manufacturing industry to making pivotal decisions for her family, Susan reflects on the chapte...

In this episode of In Her Land, hosts Carrie Aguilar and Mara Kamat sit down with Jennifer Scheel, Executive Attraction Officer for the City of Cleveland, to talk about her journey from consulting in aerospace and defense to leading efforts that bring new businesses and jobs to the region. Jennifer shares what inspired her to pivot into civic leadership, how she balances career ambition with mothe...

In this episode of In Her Land, hosts Carrie Aguilar and Mara Kamat sit down with Christina Breen, Head of School at Laurel, to explore her journey from a large family in Massachusetts to leading one of Cleveland’s most beloved institutions. Christina reflects on the resilience she built through setbacks, the lessons she learned from hearing “no” before stepping into headship, and her belief that...

In this episode of In Her Land, hosts Carrie Aguilar and Mara Kamat step away from guest interviews to share a candid life and leadership update. Carrie opens up about her potential transition from consulting to an in-house role and her personal health journey, while Mara reflects on expanding her consulting practice and managing growing client demands. Together, they discuss the realities of fami...

In this episode of In Her Land, hosts Carrie Aguilar and Mara Kamat sit down with Valentina Khoury Dubasik to explore her journey of building a naturopathic practice in Ohio while navigating limited scope, entrepreneurship, and motherhood. Valentina shares how strategic growth, flexible scheduling, and strong support systems have shaped both her business and her life. She discusses her holistic, p...

In this episode of In Her Land, hosts Carrie Aguilar and Mara Kamat sit down with Madison Riddell, President of VividFront, to explore her nine-year journey from unpaid intern to executive leadership. Madison shares how hands-on experience across every part of the business shaped her results-driven leadership style, why direct communication builds trust, and how a people-first culture drives susta...

In this episode of In Her Land, hosts Carrie Aguilar and Mara Kamat sit down with their daughters to explore how family traditions, community service, and personal goals shape the next generation of leaders. From supporting children through the Bellefaire holiday wish list and volunteering at the food bank to navigating gymnastics dreams, Jiu Jitsu milestones, and camp friendships, the conversatio...

In this episode of In Her Land, hosts Carrie Aguilar and Mara Kamat sit down with Rosemary Mudry to explore how she is driving community resilience through transparent leadership, intentional communication, and a deep commitment to place. Rosemary shares her strategic vision for the $70 million transformation of Cleveland’s West Side Market, highlighting how thoughtful modernization can honor trad...

In this episode of In Her Land, hosts Carrie Aguilar and Mara Kamat sit down with Kelli Hanley Potts, founder of Cleveland Field Kitchen, to explore how she’s redefining hospitality through connection, creativity, and community care. Kelli shares how restructuring her team allowed her to focus on strategy and sustainability, all while nurturing a culture built on fair pay and trust. From nine year...

In this episode of In Her Land, hosts Carrie Aguilar and Mara Kamat sit down with Erika Rudin-Luria, the first female President & CEO of the Jewish Federation of Cleveland. Erika reflects on her leadership journey and the role mentorship, collaboration, and courage have played in shaping her path. She discusses reimagining community safety, supporting youth and trauma victims abroad, and leading o...

In this episode of In Her Land, hosts Carrie Aguilar and Mara Kamat sit down with Sonia Winner, the trailblazing President & CEO of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. Sonia shares her unconventional path from retail and law to leading one of the nation’s most recognized museums. She reflects on navigating a $60 million renovation ahead of schedule, implementing work-life balance policies for...

In this episode of In Her Land, co-hosts Carrie Aguilar and Mara Kamat sit down with Simone Jelks, the seventh woman and second Black woman to hold a full-time NBA officiating role. Simone shares her journey after leaving basketball as a player to building confidence in male-dominated spaces and using empathy to lead under pressure. She opens up about pushing for more opportunities for women in sp...

In this special kickoff to Season 2 of In Her Land, hosts Carrie Aguilar and Mara Kamat reflect on their summer, sharing stories from camp life, family adventures, and the lessons they are carrying into fall. From rediscovering the joy of community to embracing nonlinear choices that fill life’s many buckets, they set the stage for an inspiring new season. Carrie and Mara also preview conversation...

In this special episode of In Her Land, host Carrie Aguilar partners with Sarah Barrick and Shanna Greathouse of Ohio Startup Network (OSN) and highlights the energy, innovation, and grit fueling Ohio’s growing startup ecosystem. Recorded on the Ohio Startup Network's Hustle Bus—a rolling showcase of emerging founders—listeners get a front-row seat to the bold ideas and underestimated voices drivi...

In this episode of In Her Land, husbands Aaron Kamat and James Aguilar join hosts Carrie and Mara for a thoughtful conversation about raising strong daughters, building equitable partnerships, and leading with intention at home and in the classroom. They reflect on how parenthood has shifted their perspectives—balancing protection with independence—and share how they’ve leaned into each other’s st...

In this episode of In Her Land, hosts Carrie and Mara sit down with author and entrepreneur Raquel Eatmon for a powerful conversation on self-leadership, growth, and owning your story. Raquel opens up about her memoir journey, from growing up in a multi-generational household to reconnecting with her biological father. She introduces her transformative "Never Next Now" framework—an actionable guid...

In this episode of In Her Land, hosts Carrie and Mara sit down with Dr. Margaret Richards Frankel, a trailblazing dentist and entrepreneur, to explore her path in a male-dominated field. Margaret shares how she’s redefining dentistry with her focus on airway health, the role of mentorship and continuing education in her success, and why oral health is essential to whole-body wellness. From co-lead...

In this episode of In Her Land, hosts Carrie and Mara explore self-doubt, confidence, and the importance of building a life filled with purpose and joy. They introduce their new segment, Gals with Good News, and share personal reflections—Mara recounts an empowering NYC trip with college students, while Carrie offers insight from Amy Cuddy on body language and self-assurance. Together, they offer...

In this episode of In Her Land, co-hosts Carrie Aguilar and Mara Kamat sit down with guest Carrie Murphy to explore her remarkable leadership journey. Carrie reflects on her early career in recruitment during times of economic uncertainty, her transformative tenure as CEO of Venture for America, and the importance of mentorship, sponsorship, and self-reflection in career development. She opens up...

Entrepreneurship thrives on innovation and support. In this episode of In Her Land, host Carrie Aguilar sits down with Shanna Greathouse, founder and CEO of PigyBak, a social home services platform revolutionizing contractor connections. Shanna shares how her own renovation struggles led to the creation of her business, the importance of community-driven solutions, and her journey as a woman entre...

Felicia Williams Johnson—entrepreneur, technologist, and mother—joins In Her Land to share her inspiring journey of resilience and self-discovery. From growing up in a biracial family to navigating a career in tech and consulting, Felicia opens up about the power of authenticity, mentorship, and building a supportive community for women. She also reflects on motherhood, LGBTQ+ advocacy, and her as...

Authenticity and community are the foundation of true empowerment.   On this episode of In Her Land, Rachel DesRochers — entrepreneur, author, and women’s activist — joins hosts Carrie and Mara to share her journey of resilience, motherhood, and the power of connection.   As the founder of Power to Pursue, Rachel is on a mission to create safe spaces for women to uplift and support one another. Sh...