Pretty Powerful Podcast with Angela Gennari

What if the biggest economic revolution in history is already underway... and women are leading it? In this landmark episode, Angela Gennari sits down with Dr. Don Barden... globally recognized behavioral economist, leadership expert, and author of the #1 Amazon bestseller Here Come the Girls — for a conversation that is part data, part revelation, and completely unmissable. Dr. Barden spent nearl...

Some moments change everything. For Karen Olson, it was a conversation with a homeless woman named Millie on a New York City sidewalk—an encounter so simple, yet so profound, it led her to leave behind a thriving marketing career and devote her life to fighting family homelessness. Karen went on to build Family Promise, one of the most impactful organizations addressing homelessness in America. Sh...

What if you could grow your business without living on social media? This week on the Pretty Powerful Podcast, I’m joined by Katie Brinkley—author of The Social Shift, top 1% podcast host, and the queen of cutting through the social media noise.  Eight years ago, Katie got laid off from her dream job. No safety net. No clients. No MBA. Just a former boss’s nudge that she might be really good at th...

This week, I’m honored to share space with Dr. Jeanne-Mari Retief—a woman whose story redefines strength, grace, and purpose. A renowned human rights expert, Jeanne’s 2015 diagnosis of Panic Disorder led her to reevaluate everything—including a career she once lived and breathed. What followed was a powerful reinvention: she founded FIGGI Life & Beauty, a brand and platform for women who crave...

This week on the Pretty Powerful Podcast, I’m joined by Emily Schneider, a freelance PowerPoint designer and seasoned visual storyteller with nearly two decades of experience in marketing and branding. Emily has a rare talent: she takes complex ideas and transforms them into captivating, high-impact presentations that not only look great—but connect. 💡 In this episode, we dive into: 📢 Why your s...

What happens when you combine powerful AI tools with a deeply human brand? You get magic—and this week’s guest knows exactly how to make it happen. On the Pretty Powerful Podcast, I’m joined by Erika Stanley, founder and CEO of Mile End Digital—a visionary branding and digital strategy expert who launched her agency during the pandemic to make high-quality branding and websites accessible to every...

What if the key to more freedom isn’t working harder—but working smarter with strategy? This week on the Pretty Powerful Podcast, I’m joined by Carol Kabaale, a Meta-certified Ads Strategist who helps online business coaches grow their impact and income through purpose-driven Facebook ad campaigns. 💻📈 Carol’s journey is both inspiring and relatable. She was following the traditional path—school,...

Let’s talk about the real power behind your business—your finances. On this week’s episode of the Pretty Powerful Podcast, I’m joined by the brilliant Tanya Akimenko, founder of Golden Apple Agency Inc. With over 20 years of experience, Tanya has had a front-row seat to the financial journeys of entrepreneurs—and she’s made it her mission to demystify the numbers that drive success.  Tanya and her...

This week on the Pretty Powerful Podcast, I’m joined by the inspiring Amy Vale, Founder of For the Cubs—a company providing quality essentials for young children while bringing comfort and belonging to kids in foster care. ❤️ After undergoing foster care training, Amy realized there was a missing piece in the market—and in children’s hearts. She created Percy, a weighted plush bear named after her...

Storytelling is a unique skillset, and mastering it has the potential to elevate your career and your brand,  On this week’s episode of the Pretty Powerful Podcast, I sit down with the magnetic Aleya Harris—two-time Speaker of the Year, transformative storytelling expert, and CEO of The Evolution Collective Inc. Aleya has shared her voice on over 125 podcasts, led 100+ stages, and now she’s droppi...

Are you addicted to change? Or, are you resistant to change, and fall into the "because this is how it's alway been done" camp? This week on the Pretty Powerful Podcast, I’m joined by the incredible Daphne Leger, a trilingual global nomad and internationally recognized expert in change, innovation, and transformation.  As the CEO of Atrevidea, Daphne helps organizations like LEGO, Meta, Pepsico, A...

On this week’s episode of the Pretty Powerful Podcast, I’m joined by the brilliant Paige Arnof-Fenn, Founder & CEO of Mavens & Moguls, a global branding and digital marketing firm whose clients include Microsoft, Virgin, The New York Times Company, Colgate, and more. Paige is not only a Stanford and Harvard Business School alum—she’s a branding powerhouse, board member, sought-after speake...

On this episode of the Pretty Powerful Podcast, I sit down with Nancy Cavey, a fierce advocate for those fighting to receive the Social Security and Long-Term Disability benefits they deserve. Nancy’s passion for helping others stems from a deeply personal experience—watching her father battle leukemia and witnessing the emotional and financial toll of navigating the disability system. This experi...

On this episode of the Pretty Powerful Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Morgan DeNicola, a true force for global change. As the Executive Director of the DeNicola Family Foundation, Morgan is dedicated to transforming lives through world health, humanitarian recognition, conservation, and cultural diplomacy. She’s also the Vice Chairman of the Humpty Dumpty Institute (HDI), working closely...

In this episode of Pretty Powerful, we sit down with Aquila Mendez-Valdez, the visionary Founder and CEO of Haute in Texas, an award-winning PR and Marketing agency based in San Antonio. Aquila brings her wealth of expertise to our discussion, sharing insights from her impressive career that has taken her to speaking engagements across the US, Europe, and Asia. Her thought leadership has earned re...

What does it take to be an emotionally intelligent leader? Rhonda Parker Taylor—bestselling author, entrepreneur, and academic researcher—joins us to dive deep into the power of emotional intelligence in leadership and how it shapes success. As the author of Crossroads, a suspenseful fiction novel woven with real-life lessons on emotional intelligence, endorsed by J.J. Hebert and Mariel Hemingway,...

How can businesses and communities come together to create real change? Abby McKiernan, founder of Spark in the Dark and co-founder of HelpLink, is on a mission to revolutionize philanthropy and community support. With a track record of empowering over 30,000 members and solving 100,000+ needs since 2017, Abby’s work is a testament to the power of connection and purpose-driven leadership. Named on...

Join me as I sit down with Diane Helbig, an internationally recognized business and leadership advisor, award-winning author, and host of the Accelerate Your Business Growth podcast. 🎙️ Diane is a powerhouse when it comes to helping businesses grow constructively and profitably. She’s the author of Succeed Without Selling, Lemonade Stand Selling, and Expert Insights—books that challenge the tradit...

Today, we’re thrilled to welcome Kelsey Wagner to the Pretty Powerful Podcast! 💪✨ Kelsey is a powerhouse entrepreneur, marketing strategist, and community leader making waves in Ponca City, Oklahoma. As the owner of MyMediaMatters Creative Agency, she’s been transforming businesses with cutting-edge marketing, branding, and digital strategies for over a decade. But Kelsey’s impact goes far beyon...

Are you a business owner feeling stagnant, uninspired, or unsure about what’s next? You’re not alone! Stephanie Hayes, founder of Assets to Exits, is on a mission to help established business owners move beyond revenue and start building real wealth—while planning for a successful exit. But here’s the secret: even if you’re not planning to sell, building your business as if you were can make it st...

This week on the Pretty Powerful Podcast, I’m joined by the incredible Kerry Damiano—aka Ms. World Traveler! ✨🌍 With a passport full of stamps from 130+ countries and all 50 states, Kerry’s passion for travel, style, and shopping shines through in her web series and blog. A powerhouse in the pageant industry since 1981, she’s earned prestigious accolades, including the Legacy Award and titles li...

From MS Diagnosis to Weightlifting Champion: Kim’s Inspiring Journey to Vitality and Strength In this episode of the Pretty Powerful Podcast, we’re joined by Kim, a 61-year-old mother of three, European Champion in Masters Weightlifting, and health coach for middle-aged women. After being diagnosed with MS in 2013, Kim defied her doctor’s advice and chose to rebuild her life on her own terms. Her...

On this episode of the Pretty Powerful Podcast, we sit down with the incredible Morgan Taylor—board-certified pediatric nurse practitioner, Chief Nursing Officer at Archer Review, and a true advocate for nursing education. Morgan shares her journey from working in pediatric ICUs at Duke University Hospital to leading innovative curriculum development for over half a million nursing and NP students...

This week on the Pretty Powerful Podcast, I sit down with the amazing Sheley Brien—entrepreneur, competitive equestrian, wife, mother, and host of the More Action Podcast. With over two decades of experience spanning finance, medicine, media, and now commercial construction, Sheley’s journey proves that thoughtful, intentional action can lead to incredible success. We dive into building confidence...

So excited to introduce this week's Pretty Powerful Podcast guest, Darlene Greene, a trailblazer with over 26 years of executive leadership and senior management experience spanning multiple industries. Her impressive career includes roles such as Vice President of Strategic Technology Partnerships at McAfee (Intel), Dean of Culver Girls Academy, Director of Client Services for HyeTech Networks an...