Queens Lead

In this powerful episode of Queens Lead, Amy Singleton sits down with Nicole Heese, a returning guest, entrepreneur, and now author of A Shadow Called Sunshine. Nicole dives into the deeply personal story that inspired her debut fiction novel—a journey through domestic violence, self-sabotage, and radical self-worth. Together, Amy and Nicole challenge the traditional victim and survivor narratives...

In this episode of Queens Lead, Amy sits down with creative powerhouse and fellow Okie, Crystal Oakes—founder of Oakes Creative House. From discovering her love for design in high school to running a successful boutique agency, Crystal opens up about the challenges of entrepreneurship, mental health, chronic pain, and navigating life as a high-achieving, type-A mom. She shares how her perfectionis...

What the heck is going on at work?! On this episode of Queens Lead, Amy Singleton gets real with certified leadership and career coach Katie O'Malley, founder of (en)Courage Coaching. From childhood loss to a corporate identity crisis that sparked a total career pivot, Katie shares how breakdowns can lead to breakthroughs. They talk about how middle managers are not okay, why pizza parties don’t f...

In this powerful episode of Queens Lead, host Amy Singleton sits down with Marisol Solarte-Erlacher, a renowned trauma therapist, leadership coach, and expert in building resilient teams. Marisol shares her incredible journey—from growing up with teenage parents to becoming a sought-after speaker and consultant. She dives deep into how past trauma shapes our professional and personal lives, how le...

On this episode of Queens Lead, Amy Singleton sits down with transformational coach Jeanette Lowry to discuss the power of breaking limiting beliefs, rewriting old paradigms, and designing a life of financial and personal freedom. Jeanette shares her journey from unexpected entrepreneurship to empowering women with the tools they need to build residual wealth, take control of their well-being, and...

Ever feel like you’re stuck between needing help in your business but not knowing if you can afford it? Meet Evonne Barrier, CEO & Founder of Barrier Consulting, a virtual assistant agency helping entrepreneurs scale efficiently. In this episode, Amy Singleton and Evonne dive into her journey from the restaurant industry to entrepreneurship, the hard pivots she made, and how a dream of traveli...

What’s holding you back from stepping into your power? Confidence? Fear? Self-doubt? In this episode of Queens Lead, host Amy Singleton welcomes Nada Lena Nasserdeen, a two-time TEDx speaker, best-selling author, and Founder & CEO of Rise Up For You. With a powerful soft skills framework and a mission that spans 50+ countries, Nada has transformed over 100,000 lives by teaching professionals h...

On this episode of Queens Lead, Amy dives into an inspiring conversation with Karianne Munsteadt, a transformative portrait photographer and motivational speaker. Karianne shares her profound journey of overcoming body image struggles and finding empowerment through photography. Together, they unpack the stages of body image—from self-doubt to self-love—and discuss how societal pressures and perso...

🎙 Episode Summary: In this powerful episode of Queens Lead, Amy Singleton welcomes Kristen Carter, a certified nutrition health coach and exercise physiologist, for an honest and uplifting conversation about health, wellness, and leadership. Kristen shares her journey of resilience, overcoming childhood trauma, and how she found her purpose in empowering others to live healthier lives. This episod...

On this heartfelt episode of Queens Lead, Amy Singleton sits down with Brittany Webb, a Licensed Professional Counselor and founder of Better Minds Counseling & Services. Licensed in MD, NJ, PA, VA, Brittany is a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional who specializes in helping adults tackle anxiety and OCD. Together, they dive into Brittany's journey—from a high-achieving childhood...

In this empowering episode of Queens Lead, Amy sits down with Brigette Sobus, founder of Power & Joy Coaching Academy, to discuss the transformative journey from people-pleasing to purposeful leadership. Brigette opens up about her experiences, from salon ownership to facing personal adversities, and how she overcame them by leaning into self-awareness, setting boundaries, and stepping into he...

In this episode of Queens Lead, Amy Singleton connects with Denise O'Donnell, founder of SCOPE, to explore not just the systems and operations that sustain businesses, but also the personal resilience needed to thrive in both life and work. Denise shares her powerful journey from a soccer scholarship to founding Scope CFO, and how her health challenges, particularly her battle with Myasthenia Grav...

🎙️ Andrea Pass & Amy Singleton Dive into Public Relations Amy welcomes Andrea Pass, an experienced public relations professional, as they explore the role of PR in building authentic brand connections. They discuss Andrea's journey, the difference between PR and advertising, and what makes today's media environment unique. 🌟 Building Authentic Brands and Storytelling Andrea shares her career...

In this empowering episode of Queens Lead, Amy Singleton welcomes Margaret Graziano—a bestselling author, podcaster, and CEO of Keen Alignment. Margaret dives into her powerful journey, detailing how she overcame a chaotic upbringing and domestic trauma to emerge as a successful entrepreneur and transformative leader. Margaret and Amy explore how facing life's hardest challenges shaped Margaret’s...

On the latest episode of Queens Lead, Amy Singleton engages in a heartfelt conversation with Jessica Rimmer, the founder of Solomon Strategic Advisors. Jessica shares her journey from higher education to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of purpose in both personal and professional life. Discover how Jessica overcame challenges, built a successful business, and continues to empower wome...

Join us for an inspiring episode of Queens Lead as Amy & Krys share a conversation. Krys shares her remarkable journey from homelessness to becoming a successful financial advisor and entrepreneur. Discover how Krys overcame personal challenges, embraced financial literacy, and created a supportive community to empower others. Tune in for actionable insights on financial management, personal g...

In this episode of Queens Lead, host Amy Singleton sits down with Suzann Wade, the founder of Wade Innovation, to discuss her remarkable journey of resilience and innovation. Suzann shares her experiences as a brain cancer survivor, a mother of a neurodiverse child, and an entrepreneur dedicated to empowering others through Creative Problem Solving. They explore the challenges of balancing motherh...

In this episode of Queens Lead, host Amy Singleton sits down with LuAnn Nigara, a celebrated media personality, keynote speaker, and entrepreneur. LuAnn shares her journey from her unique upbringing and entrepreneurial beginnings to becoming a renowned coach and podcaster. She discusses the challenges of running multiple businesses, her success in the interior design and window treatment industrie...

👑 Welcome to Queens Lead with Amy Singleton - Episode: "Strength in Challenges: Athena Captain's Journey to Consulting Success" Discover the compelling story of Athena Captain, an entrepreneur who exemplifies resilience and dedication. 🌟 Key Highlights: Personal and Professional Resilience: Athena discusses her transition from a corporate role to launching her own consulting business, motivated...

Join us on Queens Lead as Amy delves into the multifaceted life of Kendra Wesson, President of Operation Accounting and a pivotal figure in Oklahoma's educational and business landscapes. In this episode, Kendra shares insights from her extensive career in accounting and her innovative approach to CFO services, which have propelled countless businesses towards profitability and operational efficie...

Tune into this episode of Queens Lead as Amy & Brandi Gilstrap, an Oklahoma native and a visionary in the realms of personal wellness and entrepreneurship. This powerful discussion traverses Brandi's transformative journey from overcoming personal traumas and codependency to becoming a beacon of self-care and successful business practices. Delve into the critical role of mindset work, nervous...

In this insightful episode of Queens Lead, Amy welcomes Stacy Eads, an esteemed international business coach renowned for transforming high-achieving executives into visionary leaders. Stacy's unique career trajectory from nonprofit beginnings to tech industry triumphs illustrates a profound narrative of growth, mentorship, and strategic foresight. Join us as Stacy shares the pivotal experiences t...

In this compelling episode of Queens Lead, Amy sits down with Blythe Donovan, a joy coach whose life journey is a real life roller coaster of resilience and transformation. From financial hardships and personal betrayals to navigating the complexities of divorce and single parenthood, Blythe shares her profound insights on overcoming adversity. These queens dive deep into the significance of estab...

Dive into this episode of Queens Lead as Amy chats with Lacey, the innovative founder of Bath Sorbet, right here in Oklahoma. This episode uncovers Lacey's transformative journey from working at Bath & Body Workds to establishing and growing Bath Sorbet, a trailblazer in the bath product industry. Discover how Lacey's shift from traditional marketing to digital strategies propelled her company...

In this episode of Queens Lead, Amy Singleton sits down with Denise Cagan, the force behind DCA Virtual Business Support, to explore Denise's inspiring journey from a rural upbringing to becoming a champion of the virtual business world. Denise opens up about her early life challenges, her pivotal move into education, and the entrepreneurial spirit that led her from starting a cleaning company to...