THE POWER OF REINVENTION with Kathi Sharpe-Ross

In this episode of THE POWER OF RE:INVENTION podcast, Kathi Sharpe-Ross sits down with her dear friend and the incredibly talented Judith Owen, a performer known for her versatility and soulful voice. Together, they explore the essence of Reinvention, the critical role of self-love and the profound impact of musical influences on Judith's career. Judith opens up about her early inspirations dr...

In this captivating episode of THE POWER OF RE:VENTION, Kathi Sharpe-Ross chats with fellow Aussie, Ros Ben-Moshe, author of the newly released book, "THE LAUGHTER EFFECT: How to Build Joy, Resilience and Positivity in Your Life."  Her life's work champions LAUGHTER, wellbeing and positivity. Ros recounts her evolution from harboring childhood dreams of aiding others to her significa...

In this insightful episode of the podcast, Kathi Sharpe-Ross engages in a deep dive with Scott Donaton, a trailblazer in brand marketing, production and storytelling. They explore Scott's journey from journalism to becoming a pivotal figure in the evolution of branded content. The discussion illuminates how the digital landscape has transformed storytelling, emphasizing the critical role of au...

In “The Power of Re:Invention" podcast, Kathi Sharpe-Ross introduces guest Erin Levzow, CMO of Figure8 and Museum of Ice Cream, tracing her diverse career from marketing to executive roles in various companies. Erin's journey unfolds through Las Vegas, Dallas, Austin, and Wisconsin, showcasing her rise and strategic pivots. The conversation delves into Erin's experiences, emphasizing...

In this episode, Kathi Sharpe-Ross interviews Lisa Sun, founder and CEO of Gravitas and author of 'Gravitas: The Eight Strengths That Redefine Confidence.' They delve into the concept of gravitas, which encompasses not just confidence but also influence, presence and the ability to inspire respect. Lisa shares her childhood experiences and early influences, revealing how they shaped her ho...

In this podcast episode, Kathi Sharpe-Ross interviewed Will Lee, CEO of ADWEEK, about his career journey and the evolving landscape of the advertising and marketing industry. Will shared his experiences of reinventing himself and recognizing his strengths through various stages of his life. He discussed the shift in media companies towards focusing more on individual human brands and the growing i...

In this week’s episode I had a beautiful conversation with Best-Selling Author, Award Winning Researcher, and International Keynote Speaker Mona Patel who is an expert in reframing the way people think and operate in their companies. For over 23 years, Mona has been a thought-leader on innovation, customer experience and creativity; helping brands like Nike, Facebook, Capital One, First Republic B...

Tune into this week’s inspirational episode with Gabrielle Garofalo, a seasoned Business Consultant turned coach and the visionary Founder of the "Pause for Pleasure" process. Gabrielle shares her captivating transition from a 25-year career in events and marketing to coaching, weaving in elements of body positivity, yoga, NIDRA, and emotional intelligence. The conversation delves into h...

Join me and one of Forbes’ Top 50 Entrepreneurial CMOs, Business Insider’s CMO to Watch, and Brand Innovators’ Industry Innovator, Krystal Hauserman, who creates iconic brands by rooting them in pop culture, purpose and cutting-edge innovation.  Krystal has held senior executive roles at WarnerMedia, Paris Hilton's 11:11 Media, creator startup Fullscreen and more, having created breakthrough c...

Today I had the pleasure of hosting an Emmy-nominated leading voice and pioneer in the realm of digital culture and emerging trends, Shira Lazar, who took the internet by storm in 2011 with her groundbreaking web-first news platform, 'What's Trending.'  For over two decades, Shira has been a prominent figure in the creator economy and social media trends, gracing the stages of prestigi...

In today’s episode I had the privilege of hosting an award-winning innovator, curator, professional business journalist turned unbiased thought leader, trend-tracker and visionary, Jenny Rooney who is currently a Chief Experience Officer at Adweek. During her impressive career, she successfully launched numerous initiatives, platforms, series and events for CMOs and other C-suite executives contri...

This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with friend and colleague, Warren Schorr, Senior Vice President of Business Development and Global Licensing & Experiences at Crayola, to hear more about how he not only Reinvented his career path, but is currently Reinventing one of the world’s most well-known and beloved brands.  Warren has previously held positions as Executive Director of Worldw...

In today’s eye-opening episode I hosted Richard Greene, a renowned Communication Strategist, who has earned the title "The Master of Charisma" from The Sunday Times of London, and is often referred to as the “The Best Idea Guy in America." Following his collaboration with Tony Robbins to launch the latter's career in the mid-80s, Richard made a significant pivot by leaving his l...

Join us today to hear this beautiful and empowering dialogue with Suzana Pires, an Award-Winning Brazilian Actress, Writer, Executive Producer and Women’s Rights Activist.  Suzana is one of the most celebrated and respected actresses and writers in Brazil who in fact, was the first lead actress to also serve as a showrunner. Currently she is developing TV and film for a broader, international mark...

This week I was delighted to have an empowering conversation about the importance of storytelling with Shannon Pruitt, the Global Chief Content & Partnership Innovation Officer at Stagwell Global. She also currently sits on the board of Versus Systems and is Chief Member at Chief, a private network built to drive more women into positions of power and keep them there. During her impressive car...

This week THE POWER OF RE: INVENTION podcast featured David Dancer, the Founder and CEO of D2 Marketing Strategies and a Founder and Host of Clout for Good , a bi-weekly podcast that showcases personal and powerful conversations with prominent LGBTQ+ identified executives who are OUT in the workplace. He is also the CEO of Future Method and the Global Chief Marketing Officer of NGDATA.   Even whil...

In this inspiring episode, Jonathan Bogner, a successful independent film producer turned entrepreneur and motivational speaker, shares his struggle with life-changing health conditions which ultimately lead him down a road to Reinvention. Even after undergoing a heart transplant, Jonathan has been living proof that optimism and hope along with a well-defined set of objectives are the key elements...

In this episode of THE POWER OF RE: INVENTION, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Matt Scheckner, the Chairman of Advertising Week—the world’s largest advertising / brand / content / marketing / media / tech industry summit. Matt's life journey is filled with unexpected twists and profound experiences that offer valuable lessons in the art of Reinvention. Our conversation began by unravel...

In this captivating episode with Joanne Lipman, we dive deep into the transformative power of Reinvention, both in life and work. Joanne's personal journey starts with her childhood interests, igniting her path in journalism – a journey that underscores the significance of reconnecting with our passions when embarking on a Reinvention quest. Together, we emphasize that Reinvention is a process...

In this insightful podcast conversation with Jim Wilson, we discuss various aspects of career transitions, personal growth, mentorship and the importance of fostering a balanced and authentic life. Jim Wilson, CEO of Talon US, shares his journey from finance to marketing, highlighting the pivotal role mentors played in enabling these transitions. He emphasizes the value of creating an open forum f...

In an enlightening dialogue between Kathi Sharpe-Ross and Jim Fielding, listeners are invited into Jim's captivating journey as explored in his book "All Pride, No Ego." Jim is the President of Archer Gray Co-Lab and a passionate advocate and philanthropist for the Queer Community, higher education, and diversity, equity and inclusion. Jim is committed to safe and authentic spaces fo...

Embark on an inspiring podcast episode where Jennifer Prince, the visionary Chief Commercial Officer at the LA Rams, engages in a riveting dialogue with Kathi Sharpe-Ross. Discover Jennifer's exceptional career journey spanning renowned companies like Twitter, Google, American Greetings, Dow Jones, and Ziff Davis, driven by her passion for media and communication.   Throughout the discussion,...

Join host Kathi Sharpe-Ross and guest Ann Rindone as they dive into Ann's inspiring story of growth and Reinvention. Ann's early aspirations of becoming a teacher were quickly derailed after a year in the classroom, so she went on to work in corporate America doing marketing at ConAgra. With time she decided that the corporate gig no longer aligned with her values so it was time to figure...

Welcome to Episode 100! Join Kathi Sharpe-Ross for an engaging and insightful 100th podcast episode with a truly exceptional guest, Babs Rangaiah. Babs is the CEO of cc:babs, an esteemed executive coaching and marketing consulting firm. Throughout this milestone episode, Kathi delves deep into Babs' extraordinary career journey, which encompasses impressive roles as the Senior Vice President a...

Join host Kathi Sharpe-Ross as she delves into a captivating conversation with Viviane Paxinos, the dynamic CEO of AllBright, a trailblazing organization dedicated to empowering women. In this inspiring podcast episode, Viviane opens up about her remarkable journey, drawing on the influence of her hardworking parents, her vibrant Greek community, and her unwavering commitment to personal growth an...