SheEO Lead-In

In this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, host Rebecca Jones welcomes Jessica Cvetic from Citrus Aesthetics for an inspiring and insightful conversation. Jessica shares her personal journey, from childhood memories and the influence of her mother's resilience to the challenges and triumphs of opening her own medical aesthetics clinic. Rebecca and Jessica delve into the nuances of personal and profe...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with  Wendy Forkas, CEO, Adjoin. Wendy Forkas, CEO of Adjoin, discusses her career journey and the challenges faced as a female leader in the nonprofit sector. She highlights her organization's three divisions: Catalyst, Veterans, and Path No...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage, this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones, engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with Shelley Zimmerman, Former Police Chief and Revered Leader of San Diego.  Shelley Zimmerman shares her journey from Cleveland, Ohio, to becoming a police officer. She highlighted the evolution of law enforcement, including the deployment of...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with Jane Lee, Entertainment Reporter, Model, Board Director, Music Manager, Jane Lee Media.  Jane Lee, a multi-hyphenate who is an entertainment reporter, chair of the UCSD API Council, and a model, shares her journey, including her mother's...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with  Amelia and Jess, President and Program Director, Exposure Skate.  Amelia, an Olympian, and Jess, a mother, from Exposure Skate, a nonprofit empowering women and girls through skateboarding, share their journeys and the challenges they f...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with Donna Brown, Franchise Owner/Instructor, Jazzercise San Marcos Fitness Center. Donna Brown, owner of Jazzercise in San Marcos, shares her story, starting from her childhood in Mississippi, raised by her grandparents who were farmers. Don...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with  Jamie Moraga, CEO, Franklin Revere. Jamie shares her background, including her Navy father and early responsibilities. She describes herself as determined and tenacious, balancing her career, motherhood, and writing a book on female CEO...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with Rebecca Smith, CEO, Above and Beyond Productions. Rebecca shares her challenging childhood, moving frequently and adapting to new environments. She emphasizes the importance of resilience and the need for women to find their purpose and...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with  Kelly Cannan, Vice President, Human Resources, Kura Oncology.  Kelly discusses her journey and insights on leadership. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity, flexibility, and positive intent in her role, which involves hiring, r...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with  Lisa Myers, CEO/ Founder, Ceres Chill.  Lisa Myers discusses her innovative breast milk chiller, which also chills formula, warms bottles, and chills wine. Lisa highlights the rarity of women holding patents, noting only 4% of patents f...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with Melissa Peterman, Executive Director, Townspeople.  Melissa Peterman discusses her role in providing affordable housing and homeless services in San Diego. Townspeople, founded in the 1980s to help those with HIV/AIDS, now assists medica...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with  Niki Elliott, Director of Center for Embodied Equity and Neurodiversity at USD.  Niki Elliott, Director of the Center for Embodied Equity and Neurodiversity (CEEN) at USD, discusses her transformative journey in education and wellness....

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones, engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with  Nicole Gates, Vice President, Legal, Dr. Seuss Enterprises.  Nicole and Rebecca share their experiences in setting boundaries in professional relationships, prioritizing commitments, and managing time effectively. Nicole discusses persona...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with Karen Martin-Spellerberg, CEO, The Princess Project. Karen discusses her organization's mission to provide free prom dresses, accessories, and makeup to high school teens. The project, founded in 2002, aims to distribute 3,000 dresses th...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with Surinder Goode, Host and Exec Producer, The Goode Show. Surinder Goode is a professional podcaster focusing on military spouses and veterans. She discusses the challenges faced by military families, including frequent moves, emotional to...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with  Sarah Tuakli Cooper, Executive Director, Elementary Institute of Technology.  Sarah discusses her diverse career, including teaching STEM to students from grades 2-12. She emphasizes the importance of resilience, authenticity, and learn...

In this weeks episode of SheEO Lead-In, presented by SmartStop Self Storage, this special episode is back by popular demand—because some stories are just too good for one listen. As we celebrate the 1 Year Anniversary of Namaste Fitness Eastlake Studio this July, make sure to tune in to listen to Ana Hutz , CEO of Namaste Fitness. Thank you for being part of the SheEO Lead-In Community!

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with Amanda Taylor, Maven of Money Mastery, Expand Your Empire.  Amanda Taylor, a dynamic entrepreneur, discusses her journey in real estate investing and empowering women financially. She highlights her mission through "Expand Your Empire" t...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with  Kara Hertzog, President of Innovative Employee Solutions (IES).  Kara discusses her journey in the family business, which started with her grandfather in Colorado and was expanded by her mother. Kara, who has been with the company for 1...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with Sabrina Covington, Managing Broker, Covington & Associates and Hanson Realty.  Sabrina shared her journey from living off-grid in Palomar Mountain to a successful 23-year career in real estate. She transitioned from being a registere...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with  Kira Karmazin, Founder of KiraGrace Incorporated.  Kira Karmazin discusses her journey from a 25-year career in merchandising to entrepreneurship. Her company, based in San Diego, specializes in performance fabrics and four-way stretch...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with Jordan Maharaj, Executive Director, San Diego Rotary Club / San Diego Rotary Club Foundation.  Jordan shares her journey, highlighting her empathetic nature and the challenges she faced as a young professional in development. She discuss...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with  Starla Lewis, Life Mastery Coach/Professor.  Starla Lewis, also Professor Emeritus, discusses her journey and the importance of self-validation. She emphasizes the significance of self-love and self-acceptance, sharing her book "I am my...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with Cyndi Smith, CEO and Co-Founder of Fierce and Kind Spirits. Cyndi Smith shared her journey from a high school teacher to a corporate executive and now an entrepreneur. She discussed the company's mission to support economic equity and le...

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage , this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones , engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with Grace Kelly Ayala, CEO and Founder of Muñecas Desserts. Kelly Ayala shared her journey in the dessert business, inspired by her passion for baking. Starting at 13, she worked in her family's taco business before branching out to create M...