The Empowered Woman | Storytelling & Women Empowerment

Jenny Catalano , founder and CEO of Impact Events Collective, joins the show to share how she transformed years of corporate leadership experience into a mission-driven business focused on building stronger workplace cultures through community impact. After witnessing the gap between the values companies promote and what employees actually experience, Jenny created a unique approach that brings te...

Natasha Walstra , founder of Near Point Strategies, shares why LinkedIn is one of the most powerful platforms for building authentic business relationships—not by chasing likes or becoming an influencer, but by creating meaningful conversations that lead to real opportunities. She shares her journey from struggling with cold calls in sales to discovering the power of relationship-based networking,...

Miranda Rocca-Circelli shares her inspiring journey from entrepreneur, educator, and mother to leadership coach, author, and founder of Empower U Leadership. Drawing on nearly two decades of leadership experience and her own healing journey, Miranda opens up about how becoming a parent prompted her to confront unresolved trauma, redefine her identity, and develop a deeper understanding of personal...

In this inspiring episode, entrepreneur, speaker, and messaging strategist Sonia Gomez shares her remarkable journey from surviving a life-altering health crisis to building a global online community that has reached hundreds of millions of people. Through powerful storytelling, Sonia reveals how some of life's greatest challenges can become the foundation for purpose-driven success. She discusses...

Tracy Doyle is a former CEO, resilience coach, and author whose remarkable journey from burnout to breakthrough has inspired countless women to reclaim their lives. In this heartfelt conversation, Tracy shares how growing up as a young caregiver in a family affected by addiction and mental illness shaped the beliefs that fueled her drive for success. After building an award-winning business and ac...

In this episode, Terranie Clarke , founder of The Heart Next Door, shares her remarkable journey from surviving a traumatic childbirth experience to building a mission-driven maternal health technology company. After facing life-threatening complications during the birth of her daughter, Terranie felt called to use her story to create change. What began as personal healing through writing evolved...

In this empowering episode, Jacquelyn Goldberg , VP of Global Sales at Unframe, shares her journey from venture-backed tech sales into the fast-moving world of AI. Jacquelyn opens up about navigating leadership in male-dominated industries, the importance of emotional intelligence in sales, and why women bring unique strengths to relationship-building and advocacy. She also reflects on the role me...

In this episode, mindfulness meditation instructor and high-performance coach Aaron Hendon explores the powerful connection between meditation, performance, and sustainable success. Aaron shares his journey from running a successful real estate business while silently battling constant anxiety and "Jaws music" in his chest, to discovering how mindfulness transformed both his personal life and prof...

In this episode, Bev Hampson , co-founder and CEO of Category 3 Media, unpacks the evolving world of podcast monetization and why women-led shows deserve a bigger spotlight in the advertising industry. Bev shares her journey from radio advertising to building a female-focused multimedia agency that helps podcasters turn their platforms into profitable businesses through sponsorships, affiliate par...

In this episode of The Empowered Woman, serial entrepreneur Paresa Noble shares the realities of building businesses, balancing motherhood, and following bold ideas even before feeling fully ready. Paresa opens up about her entrepreneurial journey—from selling anti-bullying bracelets in college and pursuing music, to navigating corporate America and eventually launching Nobler Media. She also shar...

In this episode, Lisa Simone Richards shares her bold transition from a 20-year career in public relations to building a purpose-driven product business. She opens up about navigating a shifting industry, facing imposter syndrome, and the pivotal moment that inspired her to create Pearl Spark Pages—a stationery brand designed to help women entrepreneurs build confidence from within. She also highl...

This episode features psychotherapist and author Kristine Jensen in a deep conversation about the hidden inner dialogue so many high-achieving women carry—especially the quiet but persistent voice of self-doubt. Drawing from over 40 years of clinical experience and her book Bruised, Not Broken: Healing the Shame of a Troubled Childhood, Kristine unpacks how these internal narratives are often root...

In this episode, Daniel Wakefield shares how powerful visuals and intentional personal branding can transform a business. As the founder of Top Tier Headshots, he opens up about his journey from high school science teacher to thriving commercial photographer, revealing how a passion for wildlife photography evolved into a business serving speakers, entrepreneurs, and executives. Daniel also highli...

In this episode, Julie Cole —co-founder of Mabel's Labels—shares the real, behind-the-scenes journey of building a product-based business from a basement startup to a category leader. What began as a simple solution to a frustrating everyday problem turned into a thriving company powered by innovation, word-of-mouth marketing, and a deep understanding of moms as consumers. Julie opens up about the...

In this episode, communications expert Amy Reczek shares her journey from a background in psychology and the arts to becoming a successful entrepreneur and author. She discusses the evolution of her career over seventeen years in sales, which eventually led her to "walk away" from corporate life to create a more fulfilling path centered on the human element of connection. Amy introduces her "BREW"...

In this episode, we have a conversation with Nancy Li Smith , founder of Boop and a seasoned AI product leader with experience at Meta and Microsoft, to explore how her global upbringing and deep tech background led her to reimagine the way we plan travel. Nancy shares the inspiration behind Boop, sparked during her honeymoon in Venice, where she realized how fragmented and time-consuming travel p...

In this episode, Stephanie Cartin , co-founder of Entreprenista, shares the story behind building a thriving media company and membership community designed to support women founders and leaders. After successfully building and selling their social media agency, Socialfly, Stephanie and her co-founder created Entreprenista to help women access the tools, mentorship, and relationships needed to gro...

This episode dives into Leslie Youngblood's journey as the founder of Youngblood MMC, co-founder of TableTag, and host of the Serious Lady Business podcast. She shares her path from early experiences in marketing and advertising to stepping out of the corporate world to create a business that aligns with her passions and family life. Leslie explains how The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron helped her...

In this episode, LaKiesha Tomlin , a former aerospace defense engineering leader, shares how she transformed her personal journey into investing into a mission to help others understand and participate in the stock market. Her interest was sparked during the 2008 financial crisis, and over several years she educated herself, overcame fear, and began investing with small, intentional steps. What st...

In this episode, Makayla Greathouse , founder of Elevate Intent, shares how her fractional head of people and HR advisory practice helps growing companies design intentional, high-performing people systems. Blending 15 years of HR experience with a decade of teaching yoga, she brings a unique perspective that merges operational excellence with mindfulness. She explains why trust is the foundation...

In this episode, we sit down with Jaclyn Orent , co-founder of Cultural Catalyst, a peer network for seven-figure founders who are committed to creating meaningful cultural change. Jaclyn shares her journey from sales leadership and consulting into studying consciousness, systemic change, and the science behind sustainable transformation. Drawing on the work of renowned thinkers like Richard Boyat...

Join me for an inspiring conversation with Shelly Garg , the founder of Wave Kids and a seasoned FDA attorney, as she shares her journey of creating the first kids' lifestyle and beverage brand focused on building better hydration habits. Shelly's passion for children's health shines through as she discusses her mission to provide a fun, trustworthy alternative to the sugary, artificial drinks tha...

Join us as we explore the transformative journey of Nicole Rosenberg , the founder of Wanderful Abroad, who shares her unique insights into moving overseas and personal evolution. Through Nicole's personal story of transitioning from a brand ambassador and side-hustler to a relocation expert, we learn about the crucial role of intuition and "identity shifting" in successfully starting a new life i...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Arica Netterville , a powerhouse entrepreneur and podcaster with 25 years of experience in business development and branding. In this episode, Arica discusses how building a successful brand is not about overnight fame, but about establishing a consistent community presence across over 30 platforms. She reveals that the path to growth is paved with chall...

I'm kicking off 2026 with a little reflection and a fresh evolution of the podcast. After two years of spotlighting inspiring entrepreneurial stories, I realized I've also been deeply focused behind the scenes—helping entrepreneurs leverage their story with intention, strategy, and confidence to truly connect with their audience. In this episode, I share how I'm stepping more fully into my role as...