The Carolina Women's Collective Podcast

We're joined by members of the senior leadership team at First Flight Credit Union, Tabitha Allen (President and CEO) and Laura Satterley (VP of Marketing). We discuss their individual career paths, the key distinctions between credit unions and banks, and their commitment to personalized member service and community involvement. There's valuable advice for young professionals, leadership strategi...

Paige Harris is a principle at Flatlands Jessup Insurance Group, a family agency that they've grown into a leading independent, flexible, charitable business. Their focus on culture, client education, and satisfaction drives their entire philosophy of business. Beyond the company, Booth and Paige discusses women's leadership, philanthropy, and self-care, giving practical advice for both business o...

We chat with Kathryn Metts, Economic Development Officer for Morehead City, North Carolina. Kathryn discusses her role in business recruitment, her journey into government work, and how she overcomes challenges in economic development. Find our events and more resources on the Carolina Women's Collective website The Carolina Women's Collective Instagram: @carolinawomenscollective This show is prod...

Booth sits down with Dr. Payton McLaughlin, a physical therapist and the owner of M Wellness in Morehead City, North Carolina. Payton shares her journey from sports injury to career, her experience opening a business in her hometown, and the lessons she's learned along the way. Visit the M Wellness website The M Wellness Instagram: @m.wellness.mhc Find our events and more resources on the Carolina...

Virtual Assistants are a huge help to Vanessa Ulmer at Crystal Coast Graphics. Learn all about how they bought back their time and took the businesses even further with outside help! Find Vanessa at crystalcoastgraphics.com . Find our events and more resources on the Carolina Women's Collective website The Carolina Women's Collective Instagram: @carolinawomenscollective This show is produced by Ro...

Join founders Booth Parker, Silvana Botta, and Jillian Lister as they discuss the upcoming Summit focused on personal and professional development, and how they've implemented personal growth and effective time management in their own lives. Grab your 2025 Summit tickets here ! Happening October 23, 2025 at the Coral Bay Club in Atlantic Beach, NC. Don't miss our final workshop of the year! Find t...

Dr. Marci Godwin, a small animal veterinarian and partner at Mitchell Village Animal Hospital, shares her unwavering passion for veterinary medicine, the challenges she faced on her path, and the determination it took for her to succeed. Like with our other guests, whether they're lawyers or welders: it's not just about the insight into their industry, it's about how to perservere as you push towa...

Liz Baird has lead science museums and scientific education programs for decades, and to her there's still nothing better than seeing someone watch a cicada emerge for the first time, or observing a student's realization that the yellow dandelion flower becomes the puffball releasing seeds to the wind. Join Booth in hearing all about Liz's journey in teaching, educational technology, and making he...

The power of believing in yourself is something Nicole Frost is leaned on through many trials. From an impactful nursing career to motherhood and leadership positions, she's taken on everything the whole could throw at her with the support of her community and heart that cares deeply for others. Join us for this interview as she and Booth discuss her nursing career, the challenges of COVID, pallat...

Dawn Carter has implemented leadership lessons from every stage of her life to grow into the influential community figure she is today. From service in the Marine Corp, to motherhood, to important community work, she has taken in upon herself to be excellent in what she does. In this interview with Booth, she shares those leadership lessons and you don't want to miss them. Find our events and more...

The hospitality industry is not for the lighthearted and is where many of the hardest business lessons are learned. The North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (NCRLA) knows this and works to protect, educate, and promote the diverse interests of North Carolina's hospitality industry. Booth interviews Lynn Minges, who leads the NCRLA as its first female CEO with a thirteen-year tenure, a...

Francesca Carter created an impressive career across her roles at Starbucks and Hard Rock International, and did it all as a single mom. Everyone's journey with work life balance is different, but we think you will have a lot to learn from Francesca and her stories of growth, succeeding at iconic companies, and motherhood all mixed together. Find our events and more resources on the Carolina Women...

Carolina Women’s Collective co-founders Booth, Jillian and Silvana answer questions from the community. They describe some big moments, discuss their definitions of success, and share how they handle time management. These three friends and colleagues are excited to share how they built a thriving female-led community that is committed to supporting women in business. Find our events and more reso...

Booth chats with Virginia Frischkorn, named by Vogue and Martha Stewart Weddings as one of the top 50 planners worldwide. Virginia tells the story behind Partytrick, her innovative event planning platform, and explains how she uses technology to spark genuine human connection. Learn to elevate the quality of any gathering, balance work and family as a female entrepreneur, and channel your “inner J...

Laura Zavelson, a business strategist and the host of The GenXpert Show, specializes in helping Gen X women transition from corporate careers to successful entrepreneurship. Laura shares insights with your host Booth on overcoming ageism, leveraging experience, and differentiating between coaching and consulting. Gen X has a lot to offer, and we're going to talk about it! Get Laura's Thought Leade...

Our amazing guest Nada Nasserdeen is the founder and CEO of Rise Up For You, is a leadership and career confidence coach, TEDx motivational speaker, and bestselling author who has shared stages with icons like Tony Robbins. Nada has had a front-row seat to facing and solving the challenges women face with confidence and imposter syndrome, and takes on people-pleasing and perfectionism, two things...

Booth welcomes Cat Roten, founder of the Event Host Community and host of the Successful Events podcast. Cat shares her journey from a decade in corporate hospitality to becoming an entrepreneur, the challenges she faced, and how she overcame them. Relatable in her struggles and inspirational in her success, we think you'll love this talk with Cat as much as we did! The Successful Events Podcast:...

lululemon's Elizabeth Lusink shares her journey from being a Division 1 volleyball player to a sports broadcaster and all the way to her current role as a wholesale account rep for every women's favorite athletic brand. She discusses the impact of sports on her life, the challenges of being a woman in sports broadcasting, balancing work and family, and her passion for fitness and leadership. The 2...

Karen Albritton talks with Booth about how anyone can network effectively using the basics of relationship and communications in business, whether it's in-person, online, or navigating where AI fits in. Her extensive career in executive leadership, board service, and speaking engagements powers her insights, which she shared at the Carolina Women's Collective summit in 2024. Find Karen on LinkedIn...

Mary Cheatham King leads a top-producing real estate team in the Crystal Coast and shares her journey into the industry, her unique approach to business, and the secrets to her success. Hear how she built an amazing team, finds balance in her busy life, and gives back to the community! Find MCK and her team on their website: https://www.marycheathamking.com MCK Real Estate on Instagram: @mckreales...

From her early realization of her passion for architecture to founding her own successful firm, founder and CEO of HH Architecture Kristen Hess discusses pivotal moments, navigating a male-dominated industry, and how her career and parenting interact. Her focus on community projects, volunteer efforts, and truly impressive architecture work comes packaged with invaluable advice for aspiring entrep...

In the final episode of our first season, Booth, Jillian, and Silvana reflect on everything the Carolina Women's Collective and their community accomplished in 2024. Hear about what everyone recieved from the Power Hours, and all about the upcoming membership program born of the need and desire for women in business to advance each other. Stay tuned for Season Two coming in January 2025! The 2025...

Dr. Tracy Mancini, President of Carteret Community College joins Booth to share her journey across business administration, English, theology, and executive leadership. Her commitment to community colleges, the importance of unique educational programs tailored to local industry needs, and the value of lifelong learning are all hallmarks of her professional life as she and her team serve their are...

Our guest Jenmekia Gay knows how to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Overcoming childhood abuse, navigating foster care, and mental struggles, are all parts of her journey that highlight the power of community and education in overcoming adversity. And yes, she tells us about the overheard conversation that lead to her becoming a welder! Find our events and more resources on the Carolina Wo...

Booth chats with Virginia Cuthrell, executive director of the Carteret Health Care Foundation. A native of Carteret County, Virginia shares how she ended up back in her hometown, and discusses the Foundation’s role in supporting initiatives like cancer patient assistance and community outreach. Take notes as Virginia shares how to balance a fulfilling career and family life! Read about the Cartere...