WIL Talk (Women in Leadership Talk)

From Hollywood to CEO—How Jenna Capozzi Built a Powerhouse Leadership Brand  In the latest Women in Leadership Talk podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Jenna Capozzi —founder of ELEV8PWR, former Hollywood producer, and C-level executive—who is now on a mission to mentor and elevate the next generation of leaders. Jenna shares her inspiring career transition, the importance of embracing chan...

🎙 How Beauty Entrepreneurs Can Build Confidence and Business Success In the latest Women in Leadership Talk podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with the inspiring Melissa Kelly —beauty entrepreneur, founder of Bellow Haven Hair Extensions, and champion for women in the salon industry. Melissa opens up about her journey from struggling with fine hair to building a thriving business with two salon...

🎙 How Women in Business Can Own the Writing World In the latest Women in Leadership Talk podcast , host Vicki Bradley chats with the incredible Christina Kaye —award-winning author, publishing expert, and champion for aspiring female authors. Christina opens up about her journey from writer to entrepreneur, offering valuable tips on how to balance creativity with the business side of publishing. S...

In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, Vicki Bradley sits down with Lesle Lane, a third-generation photographer and founder of Studio 13. Lesle shares her inspiring journey from competitive ice skating to transforming her family’s photography business. 🌟 Key Topics Covered: The role of mentorship in fostering growth Innovating and modernizing a family legacy Balancing work-life...

🌟 Thriving Through Uncertainty with Vicki Bradley & Josefine Campbell 🌟 In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Josefine Campbell , executive coach and author, to explore the art of leading with resilience and mental agility in a complex world. Josefine shares insights on navigating uncertainty, managing personal energy, and leveraging the s...

🌟 Awakening Authentic Leadership with Wendy Wallbridge 🌟 In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Wendy Wallbridge, coach and founder of Spiral Up, to explore her transformative journey from overcoming lupus to becoming a trailblazer in holistic leadership. Wendy shares her inspiring perspective on balancing masculine and feminine energies in lea...

🌟 From Opera to Advertising: Jillian Gibbs' Bold Journey 🌟 In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Jillian Gibbs, founder of APR Consulting, to discuss her inspiring transition from opera singer to advertising production leader. Jillian shares invaluable lessons on balancing urgency and importance in leadership, the power of collaboration,...

🌟 How Do You Build a Business That Parents Trust Worldwide? 🌟 In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, Vicki Bradley dives into the inspiring journey of Fran Maier , founder and CEO of Babyquip. From revolutionizing online dating at Match.com to leading the baby gear rental market, Fran reveals the secrets behind her success. Discover how identifying market gaps, fostering trust,...

In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Pam Buchanan , founder of Quantum Sense, to explore the transformative power of soul health and its role in leadership and innovation. Pam shares her inspiring journey from a successful career in finance and technology to becoming a pioneer in the field of soul health. She discusses the importance of commitm...

In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, host Vicki Bradley is joined by Alix Edmiston, President of AE Public Relations and Amazon #1 bestselling author of The Immortal Secret, for an engaging conversation about storytelling, resilience, and the pursuit of truth. Alix shares her journey from corporate communications to becoming a celebrated author. She dives into the themes of her...

In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, host Vicki Bradley is joined by Beth Stallwood , coach, author, and founder of Create Work Joy, for an insightful conversation about transforming our relationship with work and embracing joy in our professional lives. Beth draws from her book, Work Joy: A Toolkit for Better Working Life, to share strategies for cultivating a fulfilling and j...

In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Shanarra Goode , retail professional and founder of The Good Guide, for an insightful conversation about career growth, connection, and empowerment. Together, they explore the unique challenges women encounter on the leadership journey, discussing everything from the loneliness that often accompanies career...

In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, host Vicki Bradle y sits down with Lida Citroën , an expert in personal branding and reputation management, to discuss the power of authenticity in leadership and the evolving standards of executive presence. Lida delves into her journey in personal branding and reveals how self-awareness and understanding one’s purpose can shape influence a...

In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Mareya Ibrahim , a holistic nutritionist and brain health coach, to explore the transformative power of nutrition, gut health, and lifestyle choices in women’s well-being. Chef Mareya shares her journey, from overcoming struggles with food and eating disorders to finding her calling in holistic health. She o...

In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Aimee Christian, a professional in the biopharmaceutical industry who has recently transitioned into political activism. Aimee shares her remarkable journey, from facing 21 rejections from medical schools to pivoting towards a PhD and eventually finding her true calling in corporate communications and commun...

In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Illana Raia, a former corporate lawyer turned entrepreneur and founder of Être Girls. Illana shares her journey from the legal world to launching a groundbreaking organization that helps young women gain confidence and envision their futures by connecting them with female role models from leading companies l...

In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, Dr. Hannah Chan, COO of Skinopathy, dives into the intersection of AI and healthcare, particularly in dermatology. She shares how Skinopathy uses AI to help patients better understand skin conditions and streamline access to care by triaging cases more efficiently. Dr. Chan emphasizes the importance of maintaining the human element in health...

In the latest episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, host Vicki welcomes diversity and inclusion strategist Sara Taylor to discuss the critical role of cultural competence in today’s workplace. Sara, a nationally recognized speaker and bestselling author, delves into her 35-year journey in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), sharing insights from her latest book, Thinking at the Spee...

In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, host Vicki Bradley is joined by Nancy Ho, a distinguished life strategist from Singapore with over 26 years of experience. Nancy, affectionately known as "Happy Nancy," delves into her journey of early success, a life-changing health scare, and her profound insights on the "professional paradox." The conversation covers h...

How do you get more done by doing less? Join us for a conversation with Amber McCue as she shares her best on how to do just that. Amber has a background in corporate consulting and studied at John Hopkins Organization Development MBA. Putting all things “How to Clone Yourself” to work, she grew her first business from a side hustle to a multi-million dollar company and operated in 26 US cities. ...

In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, host Vicki Bradley welcomes Orchid Jahanshahi, a seasoned commercial leader in the biopharma and tech sectors. Orchid shares her journey from working in pharma to founding her venture, ThinkrBelle, which focuses on connecting the dots between Canadian health tech and life sciences. She discusses her passion for advancing early-stage companie...

In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, Vicki Bradley welcomes Michelle Tran, an inspiring leader in the fintech space, calling in from Oakland, California. Michelle, the founder of NYC Fintech Women—a thriving community of over 12,000 women—shares her insights on the growing intersection of fintech and wealth management. Join Vicki and Michelle as they dive into the importance of...

How does one navigate the world with a hidden disability and still thrive in a successful career? Join us as we speak with Monica Dreger, Monica oversees all worldwide research initiatives for Airbnb where she has created a foundation for company growth and inspired a new insights-driven philosophy. She built the team and vision for the first centralized research function for Airbnb and manages di...

We’re thrilled to have Karen McMahon with us, a high-conflict divorce strategist and the founder of Journey Beyond Divorce. Karen brings a unique perspective to navigating the tumultuous waters of divorce, focusing on how our behaviours, beliefs, and traumas shape our relationships and can impact the breakup process. Today, we’ll dive into Karen’s remarkable journey through her own experiences wit...

What are the learnings young people need to understand when they are ready to hit the job market? And what is your money story? Lynn Herrick, COO of Bluecrest joins us again on the WIL Talk podcast to dive into these very important topics. Lynn previously joined us for episode #109 and today we are back to take a deeper into these topics. Lynn by trade is an international lawyer and has been able...