Bathtime 2 Boardroom

Debbie Crouse is a Partner of CW Training and Consulting where she delivers hands on professional skills training and consulting for clients in Silicon Valley. She is also an active community volunteer and mother of two teenagers.

Debbie shares her experiences in the professional world working in a variety of roles whether in corporate, or as an independent consultant or as a board member for non-profit organizations. Debbie also is a community leader and social advocate for foster youth as one of the driving forces behind the Foster 5K Run fundraising efforts of Child Advocates for Silicon Valley.

Finding her fit in the business landscape and at home is where Debbie has been able to intersect the best of both worlds. As she says "life is a project" so adjust, be flexible and continue making a positive impact on those around you.

You can make an impact too, by registering for CASA's virtual Foster 5K Run or volunteering to be a CASA.

Professional success looks different for everyone and in this episode, Lisa Curtis Founder & CEO of Kuli Kuli, shares how she built her mission driven company and what she's looking forward to in becoming a parent.

If you're like most families this year, plans for summer vacation fell through thanks to COVID19. Yet, taking a family trip is one of the many ways to disconnect from the daily grind and build those memories to fondly look back on as adults. So, how did Million Miler Mom and HR professional, Kristina Bullock not let the coronavirus get in the way? Tune into this episode to learn how she's been able to still rack up miles without getting up in the air and blend work+life with a slight shift in mindset.

Rishi Chandra (VP of Product & GM of Google's Nest business) is a kid at heart, always navigating new and adventurous ways to spark excitement in his kids and in his team. From finding the right beach and waiting for that next wave to identifying your non-negotiables, Rishi shares his ideas and stories on how he's integrating work and life while staying connected and in-the-moment with his family. Tune in and find out "what comes next" as Rishi reminds us that sleep does matter when it comes to being an authentic leader, fueling our childlike heart and maintaining our sanity.

Do you struggle with burnout at work and at home? (who isn't these days?!) In this episode, Dr. Mike Rucker helps us think about how to cultivate happiness, self-care and the importance of opting in on family time. We learn tips like time blocking, being aware of confirmation bias, fit over rank mindset and taking an audit of where we spend our 100 hours a week.

Dr. Mike is Chief Digital Officer at Active Wellness. He’s also an avid music fan, loves VW Buses and adventuring with his kids. In 2016, Dr. Mike was named a Top 50 health influencer and, that same year, completed a Ph.D. in organizational psychology focusing on effective wellness strategies. Dr. Mike shares lessons from his upcoming book "The Fun Habit," which offers a practical reframing of positive psychology and is set to be released in 2021. Learn more and subscribe to his blog at michaelrucker.com.

In this episode, John Heringer shares his story on staying mentally and physically fit in this COVID-19 world and reminds us about being stronger for today, slowing down & focus, starting somewhere and setting your intentions around health, fitness and family.

John is the Chief Motivator of Method3 Fitness, a thriving fitness studio in San Jose, CA. John has been in the fitness industry for over sixteen years and loves sharing insights into leadership, marketing and what it takes to build and sustain a purpose-driven business. When he’s not changing lives, he’s spending time with his amazing wife Sara, or playing freeze tag, sports games, or zombie Fred with his three boys under 7 years of age.

Social advocate, change agent and author of "Warrior Rising" MaryAnne Howland shares her stories of mentorship, community and accountability while raising a son as a single mom and launching a business. From having confidence & gumption to seeking mentors with a network, & practicing intentional parenting, MaryAnne's experiences teaches us what it means to be a global citizen.

As a storyteller for social change and a facilitator for open dialogue that elevates human value, dignity and respect Howland released her memoir "Warrior Rising: How Four Men Helped a Boy on His Journey to Manhood," and launched BlackMitzvah.org to open a national conversation on the importance of rites of passage, mentorship, and intentional parenting.

Her purpose driven career stands firmly on inclusive communication to help to build bridges, spark relationships and encourage collaboration that inspires transformative change that improves the lives and wellbeing of all of us.

She is Founder and CEO of Ibis Communications, a branding and marketing solutions firm based in Nashville, Tennessee. In 2012 at the New York Stock Exchange, she launched the Global Diversity Leadership Exchange a leadership development forum designed to facilitate an on-going dialogue with thought leaders, influencers and C-Suite executives advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in the US and global markets.

A recipient of many awards including Nashville Business Journal Women of Influence Award Winner, the distinguished Spirit Award from the Nashville Chamber of Commerce and a Working Mother magazine Advertising Working Mother of the Year, Howland considers her highest honor, raising her son to be a compassionate, and creative social athlete who embraces the role of being a man with dignity and grace.

Josh Selo is Executive Director of West Valley Community Services in Cupertino, California. He joins us to share his perspectives on leading a non-profit through the early stages of COVID-19 while raising two daughters with his partner.

Focused stories of working-parents or parents-to-be and how they balance work and life, and the challenges that come with it.

This episode Colleen and Eric discuss how Bathtime 2 Boardroom came to be and what to expect.