Per Her Perspective

The conversation with Divyata Rajaram covers her entrepreneurial journey; motivation to start a business; childhood and early influences; career aspirations; working with a spouse in business; challenges and successes in entrepreneurship; authorship and its impact on business; global business expansion; business management disciplines; and work-life balance and wellness. Divyata shares insights in...

Rose Cholewinski, a respected businesswoman and community leader, shares her journey of starting and growing a successful swim school business. Her passion for water safety and dedication to serving the community have been the driving forces behind her business. Rose's commitment to mentorship, business growth, and community involvement reflects her values and leadership style. The conversation wi...

The conversation covers Kristen Croxton's journey in commercial real estate lending and her motivation to start a client-focused business. With her family's influence, she shares how she arrived at her career choice. There are many challenges and lessons in business management. Kristen learned the importance of surrounding oneself with the right people. Takeaways Client-focused business Passion fo...

Jennifer Cue, former CEO of Jones Soda, shares her journey from corporate banking to entrepreneurship and her experiences in building and growing businesses. She also discusses her time abroad and the challenges of balancing work and life in business ownership. The conversation covers topics such as managing people, learning from mistakes, the value of peer groups, investing in businesses, and per...

Tara Turkington shares her journey of starting a business out of necessity. She discusses the impact of mentorship, and the competitive spirit within her family. Additionally, she reflects on the importance of finding the right people for business growth and shares valuable lessons from mistakes and the resilience required in business. The conversation covers topics such as entrepreneurial support...

The conversation with Alycia Doxon covers a range of topics related to entrepreneurship, business growth, and leadership. Alycia shares insights on the importance of delegation, the value of a clear business thesis, and the impact of networking on business success. She also discusses her motivation for entrepreneurship, the dynamics of working with family, and the lessons learned from mistakes in...

Marla Noel discusses the art of planning, emphasizing the importance of clear communication and thorough training. She delves into resource management, workflow efficiency, and the significance of project progress and follow-up in the planning process. Takeaways Planning is an art Clear communication is key

The conversation with Hulya Kurt covers her journey from her childhood experiences to her growth in an international firm to the business she runs, Innkick. She talks about the impact of reading on the development of empathy. Among many other things, Hulya teaches business disciplines at a university in Geneva. Hulya's family support shaped her approach to business and leadership. Her commitment t...

Join Marla Noel on "Per Her Perspective" as she delves into the art of managing people effectively. In this insightful episode, Marla explores the essential roles of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling within a business environment. Discover the power of SMART goals, the importance of aligning team strengths with company values, and the impact of leading with both heart and mind. Whethe...

In this conversation, Marla Noel discusses the intricacies of management, emphasizing that effective management is not an innate skill but one that requires education and practice. She outlines the key responsibilities of a manage r, including planning, organizing, leading, and controlling, while also addressing the emotional complexities of managing people. The conversation delves into the import...

In this episode of PerHer Perspective, Marla Noel provides some insights about delegation, the why, the how and the what. Most owners and executives know they should delegate, but the real question is why it matters . No business scales on the shoulders of one person. Delegation frees leaders to focus on high-value work, strengthens the team, and creates accountability that drives performance. Mar...

In this insightful episode of Per Her Perspective, host Marla Noel sits down with Teri Bassman, Chief Culture Officer and co-owner of Bassman Blaine, a family-led home furnishings company that has been shaping the industry since 1984. From growing up as an IBM “transfer kid” who had to make new friends every couple of years, to helping lead a company through recessions, rapid growth, and a global...

In this powerful episode of Per Her Perspective, host Marla Noel sits down with Britt Houd, owner of AlphaGraphics West Houston, to explore how a small-town girl, childhood cancer survivor, and lifelong daydreamer grew into a grounded, heart-centered leader. Britt shares how stepping into her family’s print and marketing business became an unexpected path to entrepreneurship, and how she has resha...

When Carolina Alvarez’s client told her she had 30 days to start her own business or lose the contract, she didn’t hesitate. With a newborn at home and no safety net, she said yes and turned that leap of faith into two thriving, women and minority owned companies: J&S Building Maintenance and J&S Construction Cleanup. In this episode, host Marla Noel dives into Carolina’s journey, unpackin...

In this heartfelt episode of Per Her Perspective, host Marla Noel sits down with Becky Robbins, WPO Chapter Chair for Northern Colorado and Houston, to explore a remarkable journey of resilience, leadership, and lifelong purpose. From humble beginnings as the eldest of eight in a working-class family to leading global consulting projects across continents, Becky shares how integrity, communication...

Behind many thriving women-led businesses is a leader navigating the realities of perimenopause and midlife change. In this episode, Marla Noel sits down with Dr. Arianna Sholes-Douglas, board-certified OB/GYN, integrative women’s health expert, author of The Menopause Myth, and founder of Tula Wellness & Aesthetics, to talk candidly about hormone health, brain fog, intimacy, and the business...

Behind every successful business is a story of grit, growth, and lessons learned. In this episode, Marla Noel sits down with Pete Fowler, founder of Pete Fowler Construction Services, to explore how he built a nationwide consulting firm rooted in integrity and discipline. Together, Pete and Marla wrote the book on healthy leadership, Drama Free Management , where they outline practical ways to tra...

Most leaders experience “WTF moments”—those unexpected disruptions that force a decision between reaction and intentional pivot. For Danielle Sprouls, founder of Unscripted Pivots LLC and author of WTF: Women That Flourish, those moments became the foundation of a leadership framework centered on turning fear into fuel, failure into wisdom, and focus into momentum. In this episode, host Marla Noel...

When a tropical storm swept through Houston just days after she opened her first gymnastics gym, Carly Markesich faced the kind of test that defines an entrepreneur’s spirit. Instead of walking away, she rebuilt, turning an early setback into the foundation for Discover Gymnastics, a thriving business she led for 26 years before selling to one of her longtime employees. In this episode, Marla Noel...

Every secure financial future begins with the decision to take control today. In this episode, host Marla Noel shares her passion for personal financial planning, offering clear, practical guidance to help listeners build confidence with their money, whether they’re just starting out in their 20s or rethinking goals later in life. Drawing on her expertise as a CPA, business owner, and university i...

Every thriving company begins with a founder willing to take risks and solve real problems. In this episode, Marla Noel sits down with Dr. Nicole Odom-Hardnett, the powerhouse behind FocusPoint Behavioral Health, to explore how she transformed a small practice into a multi-location enterprise—and why franchising is the next step in expanding access to care nationwide. Dr. Odom-Hardnett opens up ab...