The Reset Podcast

Today's episode, I have a fantastic conversation with Arne Lang-Ree & Giles Lowe, co-founders of Spanner. We talk about product development, what their process is, how they select projects and why they do what they do. They also give great advice about getting into product development.  They have a remarkable career journey and it's a fascinating story. Find them here:  https://www.linkedin.com/in...

Today's episode, I have a great conversation with Yolanda Lam, Global Head of Agency & Ads Partners at Pinterest. We have a chat about how she got her start, how she carved out her own way going from the agency side to the tech side at Pinterest. We of course talk about how and why people are flocking to Pinterest during the pandemic (myself included) as well as how the company is adapting as a re...

Today's episode, I have as great conversation with Sharon-Frances Moore , founder of Shances. She's an etiquette coach, who has spent over 20 years providing people with the tools, planning and strategies to move effectively in the business world. It's imperative that young people, especially those of color learn that there are no dress rehearsals, you have to stay ready to be ready. You never kno...

Today's episode I have a great chat with Isis Arias, who's an incredible, Brand Marketer,  experiential genius and so much more. We talk how she got her start, her career at Complex, as well as why she created Pep Talk Tuesdays. We dig into why event people are literally the most creative people on earth and always know how to make it happen. Find her here: https://www.instagram.com/isarias/  Lear...

Today's episode I get a chance to chat with Nic Allum, who has been at the forefront of cultural marketing for over 30 years - she has seen it all. We talk, understanding culture, honoring the past sacrifices & struggles and acknowledgement, that none of this is new. We go deep into what reality TV has done to us, why it's important to have diverse voices everywhere and why it's not a fad, but our...

Today's episode, I have a great conversation with my friend & awesome professor, Dr. Marc Kissel, Assistant Professor of Anthropology at Appalachian State University. We talk about what it's like to be a college professor educating students during covid. Marc talks about his innovative approach to teaching anthropology and not grading his students. Empathy leads the way for everything. Find him he...

Today's episode, I have a great talk with Ania Wieczorek, Co-founder, Bowery Analytics. We talk about her unique career journey, what made her to take the leap and jump to start her own company. We also talk about the power of data, especially right now as we face this pandemic. You have get to understand, where your customers are and how to get more of them. Find her here: https://www.boweryanaly...

Today's episode I have a great chat with Susanne Tedrick, technologist and author of Women of Color in Tech. We talk about her career in technology and why she thought it was necessary to write her book as a blueprint for women of color in the tech industry. We talk about the real importance of networking and giving back to the those young women who are coming up. Buy her book here:  https://www.a...

Today's episode I have a great chat with Erica Keswin, author of the bestselling  book, Bring your Human to work and the upcoming book, Rituals Roadmap. We talk about her career, how and why she decided to right this next book, while still in quarantine. We also talk the power of humanity in business, especially during this weird covid time. We talk about what happens when people just connect. Fin...

Today's episode, I have a great conversation with Nina Lorez Collins, founder of the online community for women over 40, Woolfer. She has incredible story and had so many trailblazing careers in publishing, consulting in hospitals and more. We talk about the fact that women need community for their all parts of their lives. Find out more about Woolfer here: https://www.thewoolfer.com/ Learn more a...

Today's episode, I talk with Kathryn Fantauzzi, who's CEO of Apollo Nueroscience.   It's a super timely conversation, about this incredible wearable that her company created to help alleviate stress as a therapeutic devise. We talk the founder journey, what it takes to create a wearable and how you get it off the ground.  This episode was recorded before covid hit. Find out more information here:...

Today's episode, we have an awesome chat, with the incredible Rebecca Minkoff, founder of the awesome brand that bears her name and the Female Founder Collective. we talk about her road to building a fashion brand, how she's managing in this climate and what made her start the Female Founder Collective. When women support each other, we all win. Find her here:  https://www.rebeccaminkoff.com/ Chec...

Today's episode with Karima-Catherine (KC) Goundiam, who's the Founder of B2BeeMatch. We talk about navigating entreprenuership in Canada, what it's like to be a Black woman founder in that market. We also talk the power of networking and her new company, B2BeeMatch which makes strategic networking simple. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode, I have a great chat with Megan Cunningham CEO, Magnet Media. We talk about how she got her start as one of the first production agencies to harness video before Youtube was cool. We discuss how Covid has effected our businesses and our storytelling, but also what it means in this moment to actually help amplify Black voices and use your talents for good to make meaningful and last...

Today's episode I have an awesome conversation with the incredible, Leslie Short, CEO of the Cavu Group. She's an amazing entrepreneur, who was an incredible background as a ballet dancer, producer, head of marketing, Pastor and more. We talk about the moment we're in and how, there's no going back. We have to move forward and make meaningful change. Find her here: https://www.cavu-group.com/ Lear...

Today's episode, I have a great conversation with Kristy Wallace, who's CEO of the Ellevate Network. We talk about what prompted her to join the organization and how she helped it pivot and adapt grow to be a huge organization and booming community. Women's professional networks are  so integral to business and life success. Find her here: https://www.ellevatenetwork.com/ Learn more about your ad...

Today's episode I have a great chat with Kanchan Kumar, Co-Founder/CEO of Remitr. We talk about his innovative company and how they have been managing remote teams since their inception. When Covid hit, they knew how to adapt, but their culture was built to be open and empathic. We also talk about what it means to build a diverse company from the ground up and making a successful business value. L...

Today's episode, we have a great chat with Cate Luzio, founder of Luminary, an awesome collaborative hub here in NYC and digitally around the world. We talk about how Cate went from a successful career in banking to launching Luminary the space and community in less than 2 years. We also talk how they were quickly able to pivot when Covid hit and create a new digital community that's helped them t...

Today's episode we have a great chat with Mita Mallick, who's Head of Diversity & Inclusion and Cross-Cultural Marketing at Unilever. Mita talks about how she got her start and how to lead with culture in mind. We have a deep conversation on what it means to be an ally, especially, when you're a non-Black POC. She shares a deeply personal story about what it means when people don't step up for the...

Today's episode, I chat with Galit Tsadik, The FINancial Sharktress. We talk about the importance of getting your finances in order as a small business and how it's critical to your business success. We also talk about PPP loans, navigating during Covid, how to find a good bookkeeper, accountant and eventually CFO. Galit's got a great story as how she built this unique business by giving out finan...

Today's episode , we talk with Yolanda F. Johnson and Founder, YFJ Consulting & WOC. We have a great conversation about fundraising, non-profits, philanthropy and navigating that world as a black woman. We about why she felt the need to create WOC - Women of Color in philanthropy because having a community of women who are in your industry who understand your unique experiences is key to success....

Today's episode I chat with Regina Gwynn, who's the Co-Founder, TresseNoire Beauty & Black Women Talk Tech. We talk about how she went from corporate to entrepreneurship and never looked back. We Talk about why her company Tressnoire pivoted and how they are important resource now, for black women as we navigate our hair during this pandemic. We also talk about Black Women Talk Tech and why it's c...

Today's episode, I have a great chat with #She4ALL pitch competition winner, Melissa Mitchner, Founder, The Bark Shoppe. Melissa is an incredible founder, built her savings, got inspired by a TV show, had and then just made it happen. Now 8 years later, her Dog Grooming business is thriving, in spite of Covid and she's on her way to creating some game changing products for the pet industry. She de...

Today's episode, I had the distinct pleasure of speaking with Dr. Portia Hunt, Emeritus Professor at Temple University. We talk about Black Trauma, the power of listening, #BlackLivesMatter, healing, the protests and what we can all do to move forward. This is a difficult time for us all, and I hope this conversation leads to some positive action. About Dr. Hunt: https://www.blacklemonadeforall.or...

Today's episode, we have a great conversation with Tina Eskridge, Sr. Marketing Director , from Microsoft. We talk about her starting out her experience working in the supply chain side for a number of companies, then switching over product marketing and now her senior marketing role at Microsoft.  We discuss the importance of taking on projects with intention that really matter to you and really...