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SheBoss | Healthcare That Actually Listens with Adrienne Garbarino In this episode of SheBoss, Megan sits down with Adrienne Garbarino, MSN, FNP-BC, founder and owner of Cove Telehealth for Women, for a real conversation about navigating the women's healthcare system, getting truly heard by your provider, and rethinking everything we've been taught about menopause. Adrienne is a Huntsville...

SheBoss | Mission Over Ego with Amanda Hooten In this episode of SheBoss, Megan sits down with Amanda Hooten, Founder of Blaze Solutions LLC, for a real conversation about what it costs to chase the wrong kind of success - and what it looks like to walk away and build something better. Amanda helped scale a government contracting firm from $17M to over $70M in revenue. By every external measure, s...

In this episode of She Boss , Megan sits down with Christy Dunn , Founder & CEO of Awaken Professional Development , for a real conversation about career pivots, confidence, and what it looks like to build a life (and work) that actually fits. Christy shares her journey from corporate accounting to 20+ years in Mary Kay, and how a 2020 reset helped her reconnect with what mattered most — coach...

In this episode of SheBoss , Megan sits down with Donna Pearson, Founder and VP of Safety at Pearson Safety Solutions, for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, and the power of purpose. Donna shares her journey from accountant to nationally recognized safety expert, opening up about the life events that shaped her career, including starting her own business af...

In this episode of SheBoss , Megan sits down with Ranae Bartlett , the newly sworn‑in mayor of Madison, Alabama, to talk leadership, community, and what it takes to serve a rapidly growing city. Ranae shares her journey from law and volunteer work to starting a citywide chess program and nonprofit, leading national initiatives, and ultimately answering the call to run for mayor. Together they expl...

In this episode, Megan sits down with Dana Stone—entrepreneur, coach, storyteller, and energy powerhouse—for a deep dive into how resilience, reinvention, and community have shaped her journey from corporate life to launching multiple impactful ventures. From starting a sleep consulting business out of sheer exhaustion (literally) to building a media company that spotlights Huntsville’s boldest en...

In this episode of SheBoss, we sit down with Alisa Clark, founder of Welcome Home Huntsville , a newcomer-focused publication that’s reshaping how people plug into the Rocket City. With a fascinating background in psychology, journalism, and academic publishing, Alisa shares what led her to pivot from high-pressure DEI work in Boston to building a mission-driven business here in Huntsville. We tal...

Bobby Bradley is a powerhouse of perseverance, vision, and community impact. In this SheBoss episode, she shares her extraordinary story. From growing up in a tight-knit Huntsville neighborhood during segregation to becoming one of the region’s most respected business leaders and changemakers, Bobby’s journey is marked by grit, grace, and generational influence. She opens up about being one of the...

Meet Sonia Robinson, APR — a powerhouse communicator, breast cancer survivor, and founder of Mamie Ruth & Co., a movement born from the belief that the pause in your story isn’t the end, it’s the turning point. After leading multimillion-dollar organizations and shaping brands across healthcare, education, and biotech, Sonia did something bold: she stopped. That pause became her greatest act o...

Meet Amanda Gunville, author of Finding Hope & Joy in Cancer, founder of the Hope & Joy Fund, and a serial entrepreneur who has spent her career building teams, companies, and communities. Amanda’s life reads like a masterclass in hustle: she’s been a COO/CMO at a fast-growing wine startup (and is a certified Level 2 sommelier), worked with professional athletes, and balanced leadership ro...

Meet Deborah McGee, a purpose-driven speaker, coach, and advocate who has turned her personal journey into a mission to help women and men reclaim their identity, voice, and power. With a background spanning ministry, leadership, and business, Deborah’s work is deeply rooted in faith, resilience, and the belief that every individual can rise from adversity into alignment with their true calling. A...

Meet Amber James, the founder and managing member of New Beginnings Family Law, a boutique firm based in Huntsville, Alabama. Amber didn’t take the typical legal route; she started her academic journey in music and earned both a B.A. in Music and an MBA from UAB before pursuing her true calling: law. After earning her J.D. in 2006, she began her legal career clerking in domestic relations, where s...

Community Builder, Creative Visionary & Market Maven Lindsey Pattillo Keane is a powerhouse behind some of the most vibrant, community-driven spaces in Huntsville. As Executive Director of the MidCity District Association , Lindsey leads a dynamic team that activates, markets, and amplifies one of the city’s fastest-growing cultural hubs. A founding member of The Camp , Lindsey helped shape it...

In this episode of SheBoss, we sit down with Ashley Engles-Ross, Vice President of Small Business at the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce. With a background in social work, nonprofit leadership, and military family advocacy, Ashley brings a unique perspective to the table—rooted in resilience, purpose-driven work, and a deep commitment to community. From organizing environmental summi...

Education Advocate, Nonprofit Leader & Champion for Teachers Everywhere Alison Kling is the passionate and visionary CEO of Free 2 Teach , a nonprofit that equips public school teachers and students with essential classroom supplies—at no cost. A former educator herself, Alison began her career teaching second and third grade in the New York City Public School System through Teach For America...

Keri Woodall is a visionary marketer, storyteller, and co-owner of The Library Of, a creative video production company she runs alongside her husband, Phil. With 15 years of marketing experience under her belt, Keri has found her sweet spot at the intersection of entrepreneurship, strategy, and storytelling—bringing brands to life through intentional, cinematic content. Outside of her work behind...

Toni Eberhart is the definition of a SheBoss—making moves, building communities, and championing big ideas that actually do something. As a Strategic Communications Consultant at Booz Allen Hamilton, Toni helps turn complex government innovation into clear, impactful storytelling that moves the needle. But her superpower? Rallying people around a mission. From leading Urban Engine to supporting en...

Fathia Hardy is a visionary leader, passionate educator, and unstoppable force for inclusive change in Huntsville and beyond. As the Director of the Office of Professional and Continuing Education (OPCE) at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), she plays a critical role in connecting academia with real-world workforce needs—developing forward-thinking programs that empower professionals t...

Melissa Thompson is a connector, a community advocate, and a firm believer in the power of generosity to shape a better world. As a longtime team member at the Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville, Melissa brings heart, humor, and a deep sense of purpose to her role—helping generous people invest in causes they care about most. She describes her work as having a front-row seat to the good ha...

Paula Steele, LICSW-S, is a dedicated mental health professional committed to providing compassionate, first-rate care to individuals in crisis. Since joining WellStone in 2017 as an outpatient therapist, she has played a vital role in expanding crisis care services, becoming the Director of Acute Care Services in 2019 and later the Director of WellStone Emergency Services in 2021. In her leadersh...

Jennifer Linton is a champion for women’s empowerment, a dedicated nonprofit leader, and a Huntsville native with a passion for helping others achieve their dreams. As Executive Director of the WEDC Foundation, she is committed to guiding women on their path to success and self-sufficiency—an opportunity that resonates deeply with her own upbringing as the daughter of a single mother who persevere...

Christie Finley is a lifelong educator, leader, and community builder with a passion for developing others and making meaningful connections. As the CEO and President of Leadership Greater Huntsville, she is dedicated to fostering leadership growth and strengthening the Huntsville-Madison community. A Madison County native, Christie comes from a family of educators and naturally followed in their...

Alicia Ryan is a bridge-builder in every sense of the word. As the founder and CEO of LSINC Corporation, she has spent more than 25 years helping senior leaders in federal agencies and Fortune 100 companies align their products, services, and strategies to thrive in complex markets. With an unparalleled ability to connect people, ideas, and industries, Alicia has made LSINC a leader in strategy, p...

Some people serve waffles, but Bailey Erickson serves up inspiration, one golden, caramelized bite at a time! The founder and owner of Wafel-Bitte, Bailey turned a simple pandemic project into a thriving business that brings the authentic taste of Belgian Liege waffles to homes and communities across Alabama. A retired U.S. Air Force veteran and former federal law enforcement officer with 32 years...

Grace Anello is a meteorologist with a passion for precision and connection. As the Morning Meteorologist at WAAY 31 News, Grace’s day starts before the sun rises, crafting forecasts and delivering them with the energy and expertise her audience relies on. With her alarm set for 2 a.m., Grace’s workday is a whirlwind of live broadcasts, forecasting, and producing segments that connect her communit...