The Trailblazers Experience Podcast

EP67 Our next guest is Tash Courtenay Smith Entrepreneur , Investor , Author and Founder of Biz Kids Unleash the secrets of entrepreneurial success with Tash Courtenay Smith, a former health journalist turned dynamic entrepreneur and founder of Biz Kids. In our latest episode, Tash shares her exhilarating journey from aspiring to join the police force to revolutionizing children's education o...

EP66 Jade Sammour Founder and CEO Dainty London  In this episode of the Trailblazers Experience, Jade Sammour shares her inspiring journey from being a children's heart transplant specialist to founding her own jewellery brand, Dainty London. She discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of networking, and how she balances motherhood with running a business. Jade emphasizes...

Ever wondered how a business can not only thrive but also empower others? Join us on the Trailblazers Experience podcast as we welcome Nyeji Mhango, the inspiring founder of wCAP Investments. With over two decades in corporate finance, Nyeji has been a beacon of change in Southern Africa, advocating for climate finance and gender lens investing. Her profound journey from corporate finance to worki...

EP64 Our next Guest is Sairan Aqrawi ,Engineer , Speaker ,Author and Coach In this episode of the Trailblazer Experience podcast, Sairan Aqrawi shares her inspiring journey from being an immigrant engineer to a successful business coach. She discusses the challenges of pursuing the American dream, the importance of transferable skills, and the balance between emotional intelligence and technical e...

EP63 In this episode of the Trailblazers Experience Podcast, Naseema, Adam , founder of Saaabuni, Skincare shares her inspiring journey from a health and safety professional to an entrepreneur in the skincare industry. She discusses the challenges she faced as a female founder, the importance of Ayurvedic principles in her products, and her vision for creating a community around natural skincare....

EP62 Guest is Charlotte Blackler , Founder of Mena ( Mena-pause Food Range )  In this episode of the Trailblazers Experience podcast, my guest is Charlotte Blackler shares her journey from pharmaceuticals to founding a menopause-friendly food brand. She discusses the importance of nutrition in managing menopause symptoms, the challenges of starting a business, and the significance of community sup...

EP61  In this episode of the Trailblazers Experience Podcast, Mo Carrier, co-founder of My Bliss, shares her journey of creating a sexual wellness brand focused on women's health and pleasure. Mo Carrier's journey into the realm of sexual wellness started with a personal crisis. After enduring severe side effects from hormonal contraception, Mo co-founded my Bliss to offer better alterna...

EP60 Our guest is , Lara Solomon, founder of Hoopsy, shares her inspiring journey from personal challenges with IVF to creating an eco-friendly pregnancy test. What if you could revolutionize both women's health and the environment with a single innovative product? Listen to Lara Solomon, the visionary founder of Hoopsy, as she discusses her ground-breaking eco-friendly pregnancy test made fr...

EP59 , Our Guest is  Kathryn Bricken, the founder and CEO of Doughlicious, shares her journey from baking in her Miami kitchen to creating a beloved gluten-free cookie brand in London. Kathryn's story is one of organic growth, from bake sales at her children’s school to seeing her products in major retailers and celebrated on social media. Listen as she recounts her path from crafting decorat...

EP58 Our next guest is Paula Raubenheimer , Co-Founder of @Drinksmartys Spiced Tomatoes Juice   What happens when you leave the corporate grind behind to chase a passion for food? Join us as Paula, the spirited co-founder of Marty's Drinks Juice, recounts her remarkable career shift from digital media and marketing in South Africa to launching a successful food and beverage brand amidst a glo...

Imagine transforming the traditional diaper industry from mundane to modern and eco-friendly! In this episode of the Trailblazers Experience podcast, we're thrilled to host the dynamic duo behind Peachies, Rima and Morgan. They share the captivating story of how they went from sceptical classmates at Imperial College London to successful co-founders of a premium diaper subscription service. D...

EP56 Nadine Maggi , Managing Director of Sweet Freedom What if your unconventional career path could lead you to an unexpected yet fulfilling destination? Join us as we sit down with Nadine Maggi, the inspiring Managing Director of Sweet Freedom, who opens up about her incredible journey from aspiring forensic scientist to military service, and eventually to HR leadership. Nadine reveals how her b...

My next guest is Sara Russell, Marketing Director at 5874 Commerce & Founder of The Women Domain  Learn about the inspiring journey of the Women's Domain, a community founded by Sarah to integrate more women into the e-commerce community  Join us as we celebrate empowerment through networking and continuous learning. Sarah introduces the Women's Accelerator Program, dedicated to supp...

Ever wondered how marketing principles can be the secret sauce to building high-performing cultures? Join us as we sit down with Lisa Sharapata, the dynamic Chief Marketing Officer of the Arbinger Institute, who shares her fascinating career journey from a graphic designer to a strategic leader and now a CMO. Lisa dives into how her passion for understanding audiences and strategy led her to pivot...

Ep53 My next guest is Founder and CEO Barekind Socks , the business she started with £1000 Lucy Jeffrey, the founder of Barekind Socks , joins us on Trailblazers Experience to share her incredible journey from HSBC banker to bamboo sock entrepreneur dedicated to saving animals. Inspired by a heart-breaking video of a turtle with a straw in its nose, Lucy left her corporate job during the COVID-19...

EP52 My next guest  features Melanie Smallwood, the inspiring Group Chief Commercial and Brand Partnerships Officer at the Global Fashion Group Ever wondered how resilience and determination can shape a stellar career in the fashion industry? From her humble beginnings on the shop floor at Harrods to her strategic move to Harvey Nichols in Saudi Arabia, Melanie shares the remarkable journey that p...

EP51 Carla Penn Kahn ,CEO and Co-Founder of Profit Peak Ready to be inspired by an exceptional entrepreneurial journey? Join us as we sit down with Carla Penn Khan, the powerhouse founder and CEO of Profit Peak, who shares her remarkable story from her early entrepreneurial roots to her influential role in investment banking at Credit Suisse. Discover how working on the float of Australia's l...

What does it take to pivot from a degree in environmental science to becoming a Global Product Manager at the Lego Group? Our guest Ellen shares her remarkable journey from the west of Ireland to leading global product initiatives at one of the most iconic brands in the world. Discover how Ellen transitioned from her initial ambition of teaching to navigating the complexities of business operation...

EP49 :Our next Guest is Mareile Osthus  , CEO and Co-Founder of Humii . #Embark on a journey of transformation with Mareile, the entrepreneurial dynamo at the helm of Humii, as she recounts her remarkable evolution from the glittering world of retail to the cutting-edge frontier of tech. With a narrative that unfolds like a masterclass in professional metamorphosis, Mareile takes us from her forma...

Step onto the cricket pitch and into the boardroom with Mariko Hill, whose journey from Hong Kong’s cricket fields to the forefront of the nutraceutical industry is a masterclass in ambition and innovation. Mariko's story is one of drive and discipline, where the world of sports intertwines with a passion for nutrition and wellness. From her early days representing Hong Kong's national c...

EP47 , Our next guest is Aundrea Cline Thomas , Founder  & CCO of Mountain Court Media  , Speaker and Podcast Host of " the next best thing " and an  Emmy award-winning journalist , She  joins us to recount the pivotal moments of her professional journey. From honing her craft as a local news reporter in Georgia to becoming a media entrepreneur, Aundrea’s narrative is a testament to...

Discover the transformative power of finance through the captivating journey of Billie O'Connor, the financial strategist and mind behind Nova, as we unravel her progression from finance skeptic to strategic maestro. In our latest episode, Billie's narrative transcends mere numbers; it embodies the essence of data-driven leadership across diverse sectors. Witness firsthand how mastering...

EP45 My next Guest is Diane Randall ,who has a wealth of experience in the wellness industry as an author of Jumpstart your Life , consultant, college instructor, professional speaker and host of the Plant Based Curious Podcast Embarking on a transformational journey often begins with a single step, and for Diane Randall, that step was a leap into the holistic wellness realm. From the chaos of her...

Sally 's story isn't just a career narrative; it's a masterclass in adaptability and seizing the ever-evolving opportunities of the retail and beauty industries. From her serendipitous start on the shop floor to her trailblazing strides in e-commerce, Sally's journey is a testament to the power of not adhering to a grand plan in a world where technology turns on a dime. If you&...

Have you ever felt like you're constantly chasing perfection and people-pleasing to the point where it's taking over your life? Kamini Wood, our esteemed guest for this special International Women's Day episode, bravely shares her personal evolution from tackling these very struggles as a mother of five to empowering individuals through life coaching. Her journey is nothing short of...