Lata Hamilton has worked with some of Australia’s biggest companies in various marketing roles but it wasn't until she embraced the move to organizational change management that she tripled her salary in a few years and launched her own training and consulting venture, Passion Pioneers.  A seasoned Change Management Consultant, Leadership Trainer, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Practitioner, and Confidence Coach, Lata shares how she is helping women change careers with confidence, earn their worth and realize that they can design their careers based on their dream lifestyle, and not the other way around!

Kristen Larkin spent 16 years as a director and client relationship manager at UBS before making a major professional change. Switching gears from finance to art, she launched her own business, 22KATKRAFTS, which specializes in bespoke hand-painted glassware designs. Kristen also organizes public and private events, creating memorable "paint your own" experiences for her clients filled with artistry and camaraderie. In this episode, the witty and honest Mompreneur, philanthropist, and community leader shares how she navigated her transition from investment banking to entrepreneurship after her position was eliminated. Listen in to hear Kristen's story and decide for yourself if losing her job was actually a blessing in disguise!

Stacy Huston is the Executive Director of SixDegrees.Org, a nonprofit founded by actor and philanthropist Kevin Bacon that uses social networking to amplify the unsung heroes and causes in communities everywhere.  Stacy is also CEO of Entertain Change, a social impact agency at the intersection of entertainment and philanthropy. She co-created and executive produced the #1 nonprofit podcast in the country, 'Six Degrees with Kevin Bacon', which features guests from different fields and backgrounds who are making a difference in the world, but as with our typical BLC guest, this list of accomplishments came a little later in her career evolution. Lets listen to what it took for Stacy to find this incredibly meaningful work and what advice she has for you to help launch your next act!

Charlotte Boyle, a designer and artist with a long career in fashion, always had a passion for baking, but it wasn't until the pandemic that she made a significant career change and became a founder! Formerly the global retail manager for Lulu Guinness, both in London and later in New York City, the mom of two who has also worked for a variety of children’s wear companies, decided to shift her focus in 2020. Combining her fashion and artistic sense with her love for baking, she started making visually appealing and delicious, healthy cakes using vegetables from her backyard garden and locally sourced, fair-trade ingredients. In this episode, Christa interviews Charlotte about her journey of blending childhood memories, baking, a design career, and a backyard garden to create Charlotte's Home Kitchen!

Matt Ellis worked in insurance, radio & education before taking the leap of crafting work in the sport he has always loved above all - cricket! A former school principal turned podcast host and writer, in 2012 he launched the Cricket Library Podcast, the first of its kind in Australia. Today, he works for Far West NSW, a professional first-class cricket team based in Sydney, New South Wales. Listen in to hear Matt's inspiring journey of pivoting to his passion, as he offers valuable insights on monetizing work in sports media and establishing yourself as an expert in the field of your dream sport!

Dr. Tina Sadarangani is a prominent Ph.D.-prepared NYU professor and board-certified adult and geriatric nurse practitioner, specializing in healthy aging, age-tech, cognitive health, and long-term care.  Tina always felt she was on a rewarding professional path, having treated patients and their families throughout her career, but she never realized how much healthcare systems expect of their caregivers until her father developed end-stage renal disease. Dr. Sadarangani’s experience taking care of her father inspired her to create an award-winning mobile application, CareMobi, that helps families keep track of loved ones' day-to-day care and improve communication between caregivers and health providers for older adults. Dr. Sadarangani's dedication to empowering families also led to the creation of The Enlightened Caregiver, providing essential information and support to help families advocate for optimal care. Listen in for more on her fascinating professional journey and transition to app founder in the age-tech landscape!

Melissa Panszi Riebe shares her transition from a meaningful career in social work to pursuing her passion for making one-of-a-kind, handcrafted jewelry from new, vintage, and global materials. Inspired by her immigrant parents' success stories and driven by the belief in pursuing her creative dreams, Melissa took the leap into entrepreneurship after a pivotal conversation with a friend. Throughout the episode, Melissa discusses the importance of following your artistic drive, embracing the idea of "If not now, then when?" and taking action to turn a passion project into a successful business, even if you don't feel "ready". Tune in to learn more about Melissa's inspiring career evolution to founder and gain insights on crafting your own second act dreams!

Jessica Saunders, a successful product liability defense attorney, recently became a published author with her debut novel, Love, Me, drawing from her experiences as a mother and lawyer. In this episode of Bucket List Careers, she reflects on how her friend's passing inspired her to pursue her creative dreams, discussing the challenges of balancing a passion project with her demanding career, and sharing insights into her writing and publishing journey!

Like many Bucket List Careers guests, the pandemic changed the course of Spencer Carpenter’s career for the better. Spencer left the music industry when the pandemic brought his work to a halt. Since then he has found his professional purpose as a podcast booking agent. Through his work he supports talented entrepreneurs and thought leaders in helping them get their messages and knowledge out to the world. We talk in this episode about why he chose this unique space and all about the increasing value of podcast guesting, including its growth as a marketing tool for virtually any business.

Growing up in a small village near Düsseldorf, Germany, Ute Londrigan was deeply inspired by her grandmother's tradition of crafting homemade liqueurs from locally sourced fruits in the basement. After a transformative shift from corporate positions that took her around the world, Ute decided to establish her own distillery in Mamaroneck, NY. Drawing from her grandmother's century-old tradition, Ute meticulously crafts liqueurs that honor the flavors of her German heritage. In this episode, we delve into Ute's remarkable transformation into a founder and mompreneur. We explore the artistry and craftsmanship behind Heimat New York's exquisite liqueurs, which are made using local fruits, bottled seasonally, and are entirely natural. Through our conversation, we witness the fusion of German heritage and the vibrant atmosphere of New York, as Ute creates a unique blend that embodies both!