Woman-Run

In this comprehensive episode of the Woman Run Podcast , host Meredith Lowry sits down for an in-depth conversation with Jamie Jones Walsworth , the 128th President of the Arkansas Bar Association. Reflecting on her historic tenure as only the ninth woman to serve as president—and part of a rare streak of consecutive female leadership—Walsworth notes that while progress is being made, her primary,...

In this episode of the Woman Run Podcast, host Meredith Lowry sits down with Jamie Jones Walsworth, the President of the Arkansas Bar Association, to tackle a crucial conversation about artificial intelligence in the legal ecosystem. Both speakers emphasize that AI is no longer a futuristic concept, with Walsworth noting that "AI is no longer an if, it's a here." Because of this shift, attorneys m...

In this full-length episode, host Jane Kim sits down with trailblazing aviation civil engineers Suzanne Peyton and Mary Fair . They dive deep into the world of aviation infrastructure—explaining what it actually takes to run and build airports—and tackle the critical business and cultural challenges of retaining women in traditionally male-dominated STEAM professions. The guests share their person...

In this trailer, host Jane Kim is joined by aviation infrastructure leaders Suzanne Peyton and Mary Fair . Together, they discuss the challenges and triumphs of navigating the traditionally male-dominated fields of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics). From dissecting the statistical drop-off of women in engineering workforce roles to sharing personal, often humorous ane...

In this full episode of the Woman Run Podcast, host Meredith sits down with serial entrepreneur April Seggebruch to look back on her journey from a central Illinois farm girl to a major business founder in Northwest Arkansas. April shares how growing up on a farm shaped her work ethic, jokingly noting that her upbringing is "probably where I got a lot of my persistent grit." Driven to find a path...

Meredith and April Seggebruch discuss the future of the food and beverage industry on this episode of the Woman Run Podcast. They break down the topic into internal and external facing trends that are impacting shops and restaurants. Internal forces include the changing labor culture transitioning from a hierarchical command and control environment to a more humanely authentic and balanced relatio...

In this episode of the Woman Run Podcast, the Meredith Lowry interviews Deanna Ray, the Chief Legal Officer for the Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority, to unpack the intersections of local government, vendor negotiations, and the implementation of organizational artificial intelligence policies. Deanna describes her organization as a municipality or government agency that reclaimed used water...

In this trailer, the host Meredith Lowry sits down with Deanna Ray, the Chief Legal Officer for the Little Rock Reclamation Authority, to discuss a rapidly evolving corporate necessity: AI Policy. Triggered by the Arkansas State Legislature’s Act 848, public and government entities are now legally required to establish formalized AI policies if they utilize any form of artificial intelligence. Dea...

In this deep-dive episode, Meredith Lowry speaks with Kerri Jackson Case about the evolution of "MarCom" (Marketing and Communications) and the vital role it plays in business. With over 20 years of experience transitioning from TV news reporting to corporate and boutique PR, Kerri explains how strategic communication is built on the foundation of storytelling. The conversation covers the tactical...

In this episode of the Woman Run Podcast, Meredith sits down with communications expert Kerri Jackson Case to demystify the professional landscape of Marketing and Communications, often referred to as MarCom. Kerri defines the core of communications as the strategic act of delivering the right message through the most effective channel to a specific intended audience. She emphasizes that while bus...

Just Get Started—Entrepreneurial Secrets with Kathleen Lawson In this episode of the Woman Run podcast, host Ricky Smith sits down with Kathleen Lawson , the Executive Director of Economics Arkansas , to discuss how entrepreneurial thinking serves as a foundational life skill. Economics Arkansas, a nonprofit established in 1962, defines economics as the "science of decision-making," focusing on ho...

In this episode of Women Run , we sit down with Kathleen Lawson , the Executive Director of Economics Arkansas . Kathleen shares her unexpected journey from a nonprofit leader to a successful "cocoa bomb" entrepreneur, sparked by a simple $10-Challenge. Whether you are looking to start a side hustle or simply want to innovate in your current career, Kathleen breaks down how entrepreneurial thinkin...

In this episode, Meredith Lowry sits down with Shaheen Lokhandwala , the founder of Kinwork , to discuss the critical role of social capital in the success of startups. They dive into new research concerning "community-facing" businesses in Northwest Arkansas—such as coffee shops, florists, and bookstores—and how these owners often feel excluded from traditional entrepreneurial spaces. The convers...

Episode Title: The Art of Intentional Networking Networking doesn't have to be a daunting chore. In the second episode of Season 2, host Meredith Lowry is joined by Shaheen Lokhandwala , founder of Kinwork , to discuss how to navigate professional events with purpose and grace. Whether you are a busy parent or a seasoned entrepreneur, this conversation offers tactical advice on building a communit...

In this episode of the Woman Run Podcast , host Rickie Smith sits down with Meg Green , a Registered Dietitian and Integrated and Functional Nutrition Certified Practitioner. Meg shares her personal and professional evolution from working in pediatric oncology at St. Jude to launching her own virtual functional medicine practice. Key Discussion Points: Meg’s Career Evolution: Her journey from clin...

In this episode, we welcome back Robin Atkinson, a veteran of the fashion industry and CEO and Founder of Upkept. A creative leader dedicated to sustainable fashion and workforce development in the sewn trades. Robin shares the story behind Upkept, from the initial beta launch using a simple website form to building a proprietary tech platform that simplifies apparel repair for the modern consumer...

In this episode, we sit down with Robin Atkinson , the CEO and founder of Upkept , to pull back the curtain on the reality of venture capital and scaling a business. Robin shares her journey from an art degree to building a proprietary tech-manufacturing model, offering a candid look at the "hamster wheel" of VC funding and the intense math required to survive it. Takeaways: The Scale Requirement...

In this episode of the Woman Run podcast, host Meredith Lowry sits down with Jasmine Hudson , co-founder of the award-winning brand Black Paper Party and a key leader in the Northwest Arkansas entrepreneurial scene. Jasmine shares her journey from being recruited by Walmart out of an HBCU to becoming a full-time entrepreneur and community advocate. The conversation highlights how she, alongside pa...

In this preview episode of the Woman Run podcast, Jasmine Hudson , co-founder of the award-winning brand Black Paper Party , joins the conversation to share her incredible journey from corporate giant Walmart to full-time entrepreneur. Jasmine dives deep into the "grit" required to build a business from the ground up, detailing how she and her partners, Madia and J, successfully filled a critical...

Host Meredith Lowry sits down with Sarah Catherine Gutierrez of Aptus Financial to discuss the psychology of "caveman brain" spending, the truth about "golden handcuffs," and why every person in America needs to know their personal savings rate. Aptus Financial’s Mission: The firm focuses on helping clients, particularly young physicians, "pay themselves first" and invest in tax-efficient ways. Ac...

Host Meredith Lowry sits down with Shunqetta Cunningham , the powerhouse behind Kharis Consulting and the Over a Cup Initiative , to discuss the true meaning of power, the necessity of building community for women entrepreneurs, and her mission to elevate the economic landscape of Arkansas. Meredith : I am so excited today to have my friend Shunqetta Cunningham with us on the podcast to talk about...

Join host Erica Gee as she explores the power of collaborative leadership with the team at the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance , discussing their bold vision to create a hunger-free Arkansas through community trust and systemic change." Erica Gee: I’m Erica Gee, partner at Wright Lindsey Jennings and your host. Joining me are Sylvia Blain, Tomeka Williams, and Jennifer Buie of the Arkansas Hunger...

Join host Meredith Lowry In this episode of the Women Run podcast, you will learn about the multi-faceted life and career of Shamim Okolloh , a Little Rock-based banker, author, and community advocate. What You Will Learn in This Episode The Intersection of Banking and Community Outreach : How Shamim serves as an access point for underserved communities in Arkansas, focusing on first-time homebuye...

Welcome to Episode Seven of Woman-Run – The Podcast, hosted by Wright Lindsey Jennings’ PR & Marketing Director, Rickie Smith. Rickie is joined by Dr. Shaneil Ealy, Ed. D. , Executive Director of the Women’s Leadership Network (WLN) —the nonprofit behind the Women’s Leadership Academy , Business Showcase , and Wind Down Wednesday events. Dr. Ealy shares how WLN helps women grow through mentors...

Welcome to Episode Six of Woman-Run – The Podcast, hosted by Wright Lindsey Jennings attorney Jennifer L. Smith. Jennifer is joined by Dr. Diane Wilder , a medical oncologist at CARTI . Dr. Wilder shares her extraordinary journey from a South Texas ranch to medical school at 38, reflecting on resilience, purpose, and the art of caring—for patients and for oneself. In this episode, you’ll learn: Ho...