Women in Motion

In this episode of the Women in Motion with Lee Kantor and Dr. Pamela Williamson, the focus is on mental health awareness. Michelle Beltran, a spiritual teacher and intuitive life coach, shares her journey from being a therapist to helping clients globally tap into their intuition through her podcast, The Intuitive Hour. She emphasizes the […]

In this episode of Women in Motion, Lee Kantor welcomes Priya Burkett, founder of On Point Beauty, who discusses her journey in creating a natural hair care line. Inspired by her Indian heritage and her family’s experiences, Priya emphasizes the importance of healthy ingredients and caters to diverse hair textures. She collaborates with a cosmetic […]

In this episode of Women in Motion, Lee Kantor talks with Gemi Bertran, founder of Nourish the Brain Institute. Gemi discusses the institute’s evolution from providing brain and behavior coaching to offering accredited programs for upskilling injured workers in California. She explains the role of a brain and behavior coach in addressing issues like depression, […]

In this episode of Women in Motion, hosts Lee Kantor and Dr. Pamela Williamson talk with Jess Toolson, Founder of Mixhers and Courtney Williams, Co-Founder and CEO of Emagine Solutions Technology. They share their entrepreneurial journeys, focusing on women’s health and maternal care. Jess discusses her company’s supportive culture and the importance of self-care, while […]

In this episode of Women in Motion, Lee Kantor and Dr. Pamela Williamson discuss stress awareness with guests Heather Cox and Sarah Hope, both CEOs managing their businesses and personal lives. Heather shares how she balances running Certify My Company and raising five children, emphasizing independence, scheduling, and exercise. Sarah talks about juggling three businesses […]

On today’s episode of Women in Motion, Lee Kantor talks with Amy Yip, a mental fitness coach and founder of Somatic Life Transformation. Amy discusses her transition from a corporate career to coaching, focusing on helping women overcome societal pressures and intergenerational issues to author their own life stories. She emphasizes the difference between coaching […]

In this episode of Women in Motion, Lee Kantor interviews Clara Paye, founder of UNiTE, a unique protein bar company offering global flavors. Clara discusses her inspiration, stemming from her gluten intolerance and immigrant background, to create a diverse product line. She shares the challenges of breaking into the grocery retail market, the impact of […]

In this episode of the Women in Motion, Lindsay Johnson, Founder of FitPros, discusses her company’s mission to enhance workplace wellbeing through a variety of services like fitness classes, speaker sessions, and team-building activities. She emphasizes the importance of live engagement, especially in remote work settings, and the use of breathwork for stress management. Lindsay […]

In this episode of Women in Motion, Lee Kantor interviews Dr. Christine McCallum from McCallum Physical Therapy, P.C. Dr. McCallum discusses her unique business model of providing on-site physical therapy and injury prevention services to companies, particularly in manual labor industries. She shares her motivations for leaving the traditional insurance-based clinic model, her success in […]

In Episode Two of “Milestones to Millions,” our Women in Construction series, Dr. Giovanna Brasfield and Cynthia Lamecker share captivating narratives about their remarkable journeys within the different areas of the construction industry. Both of these inspiring women initially navigated the corporate world before seizing the opportunity to establish their own companies. The episode f...

For the March installment of our ‘Women in Motion’ podcast series, we will be spotlighting Women in Construction under the thematic title “Milestones to Millions.” These episodes will feature a comprehensive discussion on various aspects of women’s engagement in the construction sector, focusing specifically on their entrepreneurial journeys. We will learn about their businesses,...

In this episode of Women in Motion, Lee Kantor and Dr. Pamela Williamson host Marianne Ellis and DeDe Van Quill, both of whom have been national host committee representatives for the WBENC National Conference. Marianne, CEO of CEO Success Community, shares her past experiences and the strategic advantages of the conference for businesses looking to […]

In this episode of Women in Motion, hosts Lee Kantor and Dr. Pamela Williamson talk with Erin Watson, Senior Director of Marketing for WBENC, about the upcoming 2024 WBENC National Conference in Denver. The conference is a key event for women-owned businesses and supporters, offering networking, learning, and growth opportunities. Attendees can expect interactive activities, […]

In today’s episode of Women in Motion, Lee Kantor and Dr. Pamela Williamson are joined by Karen Cruz, President of PH Plasticos Hoyos, and Rebecca Heredia, COO and Majority Owner of Baja Ready Mix. Both women share their unique journeys of running businesses with their spouses. Rebecca discusses her transition from a Bilingual Nursing Fellowship […]

In this episode of Women in Motion, Lee Kantor and Dr. Pamela Williamson discuss women business leaders working with male partners with guests Lindsay Johnson, founder of FitPros and Renee Miller, founder of The Miller Group. Lindsay’s husband joined her company full-time, helping with finances and operations, and Renee’s husband, an independent filmmaker, handles video […]

In this episode of Women in Motion, Lee Kantor is joined by Dr. Pamela Williamson and guests Robin Billups, Michelle Muncy, and Erika Guerrero. They share insights on the dynamics of their partnerships, the importance of trust and boundaries, finding a partner who shares the same vision, and the impact of COVID-19 on work dynamics. […]

In this episode of Women in Motion, host Lee Kantor discusses the food and beverage industry with guests Rhonda Busnardo, Verona Tang, and Cindy Convery. The guests share information about their companies and the importance of health and healthy diets in their businesses. The conversation then shifts to trade shows and the opportunities they provide […]

In this episode of Women in Motion, we discuss trends in the food industry and how different brands are serving their customers. Rhonda Busnardo with Caesars talks about the rise of plant-based and natural foods, as well as the popularity of finger foods and small desserts. Chef Laura Briscoe from Laura’s Gourmet emphasizes their chef-driven, […]

In this episode of Women in Motion, Rhonda Busnardo, Jacqueline Smith, and Michelle Razavi, discuss their roles in the food industry and the challenges they’ve faced in their careers. They talk about their companies and the unique products they offer. The conversation also touches on the impact of the pandemic on their businesses, their approaches […]

In this episode of Women in Motion, we’re joined by three guests from the food and beverage industry: Rhonda Busnardo from Caesars, Jennifer Reynolds from Sauce Goddess Gourmet, and Sashee Chandran from Tea Drops. The guests share their experiences and challenges in the industry, discussing marketing strategies, distribution, and networking. They also talk about current […]

This episode of Women in Motion discusses the topic of government contracting for women-owned businesses. The guests, Beverly Kuykendall, President of Kuykendall and Associates, Dana Arnett, CEO of Wicked Bionic, and Margie Mauldin, President of Executive Forum, share their experiences and insights on the advantages of participating in government contracting opportunities, the importance of certif...

Are you a woman entrepreneur looking to secure government contracts? In part 3 of our series, Beverly Kuykendall, Mellissa Tong, and Jessica Daugherty share their insights on how to overcome the barriers women face in government contracting. The most valuable lesson? Building relationships with contracting officers and agencies is crucial. The guests suggest attending conferences […]

In part 2 of our government contracting series, guests Carrie Rogers-Whitehead, Martha Brown and DeLisa Clift discuss the ins and outs of government contracting, including the importance of conducting a SWOT analysis, utilizing local resources, and understanding the language. They also talk about the importance of communication and follow-up, attending industry events, and obtaining the […]

In this episode of Women in Motion, our guests share their advice and success stories for women-owned businesses interested in government contracting.  Abby Souffrant, CEO of A&L Business Solutions,  DeLisa Clift with Global Business Development Strategist and Dana Arnett, CEO of Wicked Bionic, are all experienced in the field and have some valuable lessons to […]

In part 3 of our Black Women Entrepreneurs in Motion series, Orion Brown and Holley Joy discuss their experiences in the business world and how DEI has impacted their businesses. Holley Joy talks about Liberty Utilities’ experience in supplier diversity and their efforts to partner with African American women-owned businesses, and Orion shares her insights […]