SHE DECIDES

One of our listener favorites is back. In this special re-release of SHE DECIDES, Staci Swiderski sits down with Kate Capelli , business mentor, entrepreneur, and former founder of Adventures in the Wild, for a conversation that continues to inspire entrepreneurs to build businesses rooted in purpose, passion, and authenticity. After guiding adventure experiences around the world and mentoring hun...

In this episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski sits down with Marina Middleton, CEO and Partner of Create & Cultivate, for an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, community, and what it truly means to lead with purpose.  As a first-generation Egyptian immigrant, former corporate strategist, bootstrapped founder, and now venture-backed CEO, Marina shares the pivotal...

By listener request, one of our most inspiring conversations is back. In this re-released episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski sits down with Samantha Giordano , founder of Intuition Kicks, a luxury women's sneaker brand handcrafted in Italy and designed to inspire women to trust themselves, embrace their journeys, and move boldly toward their purpose. More than a year after this conversat...

One of our most requested episodes is back. Just over a year ago, Staci Swiderski sat down with Iryna Wood , relationship expert, entrepreneur, author, and creator of Gemini Near Me, for a conversation that continues to resonate with listeners today. At the time, Gemini Near Me was in its early stages. Today, the platform has grown significantly, making this episode a fascinating look back at the...

In this episode of SHE DECIDES, Staci Swiderski sits down with Ashley Varnado, a first-generation corporate executive, author, speaker, and former Managing Director at Bank of America Private Bank.  Born and raised in a small Mississippi town, Ashley shares her remarkable journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of the youngest African American female Managing Directors at one of the nation&...

In this episode of SHE DECIDES , Staci Swiderski sits down with Anna Burch , Director of Integrated Marketing at SmartMouth , for a conversation about legacy, leadership, innovation, and finding confidence in your own voice. Anna shares the deeply personal story behind SmartMouth, the oral care brand founded by her grandfather, dentist Dr. Marvin Cohen, who spent decades developing the company’s p...

In this empowering episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski sits down with Dr. Christine Boev, founder of Master Menopause and Vitalize Fitness, for a powerful conversation about women’s health, hormones, confidence, and why aging does not have to mean decline.  After experiencing her own struggles with inflammation, brain fog, weight gain, and hormonal shifts in her early 40s, Dr. Boev turned...

In this inspiring episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski sits down with Nancy Yen, founder and CEO of OmieLife, the company transforming the way families approach mealtime with innovative, aesthetically designed lunch solutions for kids.  What began as one mother’s concern over her young son coming home from preschool hungry and cranky became a globally recognized brand helping parents simpl...

In this episode of SHE DECIDES, Staci Swiderski sits down with Tracy Nolan, Senior Executive at Humana, leading strategy, operations, and large-scale growth initiatives.  With a career spanning telecommunications giants like Verizon, T-Mobile, and Sprint, to now leading in healthcare, Tracy shares what it truly means to lead at scale, manage high-pressure decisions, and build teams that thrive. Sh...

Recorded live in Miami at She Decides: A Celebration of Women on April 16, this special episode of SHE DECIDES captures a dynamic fireside chat between Staci Swiderski, our host and creator, and Marla Neufeld, Partner at Greenspoon Marder LLP, moderated by the incomparable Fitz Koehler. This conversation goes beyond titles and industries. It’s about what it truly means to be women who have built t...

Back by popular demand, this episode of SHE DECIDES returns with one of our most inspiring conversations. Host Staci Swiderski sits down with Kathy Colon, MBA, MPH, Founder & CEO of Nova Lux DR Properties, to explore how one personal journey evolved into a thriving international business rooted in purpose, wellness, and lifestyle design. After years of traveling between New York and the Domini...

✨ Back by Popular Demand !!! Back by popular demand, Staci Swiderski returns with another powerful conversation on SHE DECIDES, this time joined by Dr. Pamela L. Johnson, veterinarian, leadership coach, and founder of Veterinary Masterminds. With more than 30 years of experience, Dr. Johnson shares her journey of building an award winning AAHA accredited hospital while navigating the realities of...

In this special episode of the SHE DECIDES Podcast, the roles are reversed as producer Cara Maple sits down with host and founder Staci Swiderski for an honest, unfiltered conversation about what it really takes to build a business. From starting Family Source Consultants nearly two decades ago to launching the SHE DECIDES Collection, Staci shares the truth behind the journey, the grind, the uncer...

One of our most impactful wellness conversations is back, by request. In this powerful episode of SHE DECIDES , host Staci Swiderski sits down with Dr. Jennifer Mbianda , a triple board certified physician in Family Medicine, Obesity Medicine, and Aesthetic Medicine, and founder of EMDI Health . With clinics across Florida, The Bahamas, and Georgia, Dr. Mbianda is transforming the way we approach...

Episode Back by Popular Demand One of our most powerful and widely shared conversations is back. In this inspiring episode of SHE DECIDES , host Staci Swiderski sits down with Fitz Koehler , fitness innovator, marathon announcer, motivational speaker, and author whose fearless voice and resilience have inspired thousands. With a Master’s degree in Exercise and Sport Sciences and decades in the fit...

In this special episode of the SHE DECIDES Podcast, producer Cara Maple sits down with the podcast’s host and creator, Staci Swiderski, Founder and CEO of the SHE DECIDES Collection, alongside Kaylee Beltrame, a valued member of the SHE DECIDES community and team.  Together they dive into the heart of the brand, exploring how SHE DECIDES grew from a podcast amplifying women’s voices into a movemen...

By overwhelming request, this radiant conversation returns. In this powerful episode of SHE DECIDES , host Staci Swiderski sits down with Nancy Reagan — not the First Lady, but a trailblazing aesthetician, spa founder, and skincare innovator redefining what it means to glow at every stage of life. With more than 30 years as a diagnostic aesthetician, Nancy has built three thriving spas, founded Be...

In this episode of SHE DECIDES, Staci Swiderski sits down with Dr. Serina Lewis-Everett, founder of Sepia Modern Primary Care, for an honest conversation about modern healthcare, entrepreneurship, and staying true to yourself.  Dr. Lewis shares why she stepped away from traditional insurance-driven medicine to build a patient-centered concierge practice focused on transparency, longer visits, and...

In this episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski sits down with Amy Gurske, founder of SayHii, a real-time employee feedback and insight platform designed to help leaders truly understand what’s happening inside their organizations.  Amy shares why listening can no longer be an annual exercise or a surface-level survey. Through SayHii, she’s helping leaders access actionable, day-to-day insigh...

In this episode of SHE DECIDES, Staci Swiderski sits down with Bianca B. King, President and Creative Director of Seven5 Seven3 Marketing Group and Founder of Pretty Damn Ambitious®.  Bianca’s journey is one of grit, courage, and intentional reinvention. She shares how leaving home at just 13 years old shaped her independence, resilience, and belief that life could be different. After building a s...

In this powerful episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski sits down with Tissa Richards, founder, CEO, TEDx speaker, author, and former tech founder turned leadership strategist, for a deeply honest conversation about identity, resilience, and choosing alignment over burnout.  Tissa shares her journey from the fast-paced world of Silicon Valley startups to walking away from a career that no lo...

In this episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski sits down with Gwendolyn Young, the powerhouse Business and Operations Management Consultant trusted by six and seven figure CEOs who are ready for their next level of growth.  As the Founder and CEO of Your Virtual Admin Expert, a multi six figure, results driven agency celebrating 12 years in business, Gwendolyn brings over 15 years of experie...

In this special one year anniversary episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski reflects on what began as a podcast and evolved into a powerful platform for women’s voices, stories, and self defining decisions.  Over the past year, SHE DECIDES has amplified women who chose courage over comfort, clarity over expectation, and purpose over permission. From bold career pivots and resilience through...

In this episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski sits down with Leanna DeBellevue, founder of DeBellevue Global Marketing and a trailblazing entrepreneur who built, scaled, and successfully exited her award-winning agency after more than 15 years. Leanna shares her unfiltered journey into entrepreneurship, from starting her company as a single mom with no safety net, to growing an internationa...

In this episode of  SHE DECIDES , host Staci Swiderski is joined by Lorie Spence and Carolyn Pritchard, co-founders of Bridge Medical Communications and the visionary leaders behind Empower Her, a growing community dedicated to advancing women’s health, leadership, and collaboration.  With more than 14 years as successful co-founders, Lorie and Carolyn share what it truly takes to build a business...