Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: A Conversation with Bri Cooper

In this episode of the Christina in the Valley podcast, host Christina Gavin welcomes her inspiring friend Bri Cooper. They discuss Bri's incredible journey into entrepreneurship, the challenges she faced, and the triumphs she achieved, including founding her successful creative agency, Moxie Gal Marketing. The conversation delves into the dynamics of women supporting women, the pervasive issues that sometimes hinder this support, and how they aim to reshape this narrative. Bri shares invaluable insights on fostering a community of empowerment, recounts her personal experiences in the industry, and offers practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. The episode also touches on the importance of resilience, learning through failure, and the impact of privilege in business. Concluding with exciting updates about Moxie Gal's future, the discussion is rich with authenticity and empowerment.

00:00 Welcome to Christina in the Valley: Empowering Conversations

01:46 The Genesis of a Podcast: Bri's Influence

02:41 Navigating Career Paths: From Dreams to Reality

08:57 The Leap into Entrepreneurship: Bri's Journey

19:29 Embracing Failure and Learning from It

21:05 The Unpredictable Journey of Moxie Gal Marketing

21:38 Pivoting Business Strategies Amidst COVID-19

22:35 The Surprising Growth and Client Expansion

23:28 Reflecting on Success and Imposter Syndrome

28:54 Navigating the Challenges of Female Entrepreneurship

35:56 Future Aspirations and Expanding Moxie Gal's Impact

38:39 Reimagining Branding and Dream Projects

40:07 Empowering Advice for Younger Women

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In this episode of the Christina in the Valley podcast, host Christina sits down with Barbara Spitzer, an inspiring professional who shares her remarkable journey of resilience, reinvention, and embracing change. Barbara discusses pivotal moments in her life, including being laid off after 35 years and how it catalyzed her transformation. She candidly opens up about her early years as an army brat, her late-in-life diagnosis of anxiety, and how these experiences have shaped her both personally and professionally. Listeners will gain valuable insights into maintaining a balance between career aspirations and personal fulfillment. Barbara also talks about her current ventures, including her consulting firm, Two Rivers Partners, and her philanthropic work with nonprofit organizations. Join Christina and Barbara as they explore themes of adaptability, self-belief, and the power of embracing change.

00:00 Welcome to Christina in the Valley: A Chat with Barbara Spitzer

02:23 Barbara's Journey: From Childhood to Career

05:02 Embracing Adventure: Travel and Underwater Photography

09:34 The Interplay of Personal Life and Career

13:15 Reflections on Choices and the Path Ahead

17:44 The Evolution of Feminism and Personal Choices

19:05 Navigating Career Shifts and Embracing New Beginnings

23:24 Finding Balance Between Mission and Money

26:56 Embracing Anxiety as a Superpower

31:21 Planning for the Future and Reflecting on Life's Lessons

33:59 The Power of Authenticity and Self-Belief

34:45 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude

In this episode of 'Christina in the Valley', host Christina dives into an in-depth conversation with Krista Ripma, Founder and CEO of Authentic Audience, a digital advertising agency. The discussion focuses on how Krista maintains a balance between being a mother and running her thriving business. She also shares how she integrates various elements of her personal life and interests, such as yoga, spirituality, and wellness, into her business operations. The conversation tackles important issues like entrepreneurship, the business journey, spirituality in business, and time management. The episode concludes with Krista's reflections on power dynamics in relationships and the advice she would give to her younger self.

Notable Mentions:

⁠Choose Yourself, James Altucher⁠

⁠Change Your Thoughts - Change Your Life by Dr. Wayne W Dyer⁠

⁠The Authentic Business Club⁠: use code Christinainthevalley at checkout for 1 month free!

Social Media:

⁠@kristaripma⁠ ⁠@authenticaudience ⁠

In this podcast episode, host Christina Gavin welcomes Loren Lewin, CEO and founder of Companion Candles—a company celebrated for its pet-friendly, toxin-free candles. Loren shares her journey of launching a start-up during the challenging period of the pandemic. She talks about her decision to pursue her passion for candle making upon discovering how most candles contain many toxins. Loren's resilience and determination to address this issue led her to develop a coconut soy wax candle free from over 250 common toxins found in traditional candles. She highlights the importance of a strong brand vision and staying true to it. Loren also reveals that she recently started a consulting business to assist other entrepreneurs, especially in brand vision development and social media strategy. The discussion ends with Loren encouraing others not to be concerned with the opinions of others and to believe in themselves.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:17 Introducing the Guest: Loren Lewin

00:45 The Art of Launching a Startup

01:41 The Journey of Loren Lewin

01:59 The Birth of Companion Candles

03:09 The Impact of Companion Candles

04:26 The Challenges and Triumphs of Entrepreneurship

08:26 The Importance of Self-Care and Balance

25:24 The Role of Mentorship and Support

30:38 The Future of Companion Candles

31:26 Final Thoughts and Advice

Notable Mentions:

Purchase Companion Candles here!

Work with Loren

Social Media

@companioncandles

Season 2 launching March 1st!

In this season, Christina is delving into the worlds of C-suite executives, female founders, and unstoppable women disrupting industries left and right!

Welcome to "Beneath the Magnolia," where we venture deep into the heart of Alabama sorority recruitment, peeling back layers of tradition and sisterhood to reveal the unvarnished truth. In this episode, we uncover the hidden narratives, unexpected anecdotes, and emotional junctures that shape the captivating world of not only sorority life in Alabama, but in the United States.

Links Mentioned

Greek Chic: http://www.uapanhellenic.com/greek-chic-recruitment-guide

Terms Defined

Sigma Rho Chi: Undergraduate women who have disaffiliated from their chapters.

PNM: Potential New Member

Rush: The days that the PNM's go through recruitment to join a sorority

Discover the inspiring story of Ella, a remarkable twenty-something woman who fearlessly embraced life's challenges. Join us in this engaging episode as Ella shares her extraordinary journey of navigating through divorce in her twenties, rediscovering love in the dating world, and taking charge of her destiny by venturing into the wine business. From heartbreak to triumph, learn how Ella defied societal norms, empowered herself, and found success while bubbling with enthusiasm. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that proves it's never too early to make your dreams a reality and thrive on your own terms.

Books Discussed:

Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert

Faff Wine Co.

Join us as we dive deep into the world of sobriety and explore the transformative journey of living an alcohol-free lifestyle. In this episode, I sit down with Danielle, from That Sober Glow, who shares her personal experiences, challenges, and triumphs on the path to sobriety. Together, we unravel the incredible benefits that come with taking a break from alcohol, and provide invaluable insights to inspire and support your own alcohol-free adventure. Whether you're curious about sobriety, seeking inspiration, or simply interested in hearing our stories, this episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to explore the refreshing clarity that awaits beyond the bottle.

Resources:

Sober Communities:

- Sober IRL

- Soberish

- The Luckiest Club

- No Booze Crew

Books:

- Quit Like a Woman: The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed With Alcohol by Holly Whitaker

- We are the Luckiest: The Surprising Magic of a Sober Life by Laura McKowen

- Not Drinking Tonight: A Guide to Creating a Sober Life You Love by Amanda E. White, LPC

Our Favorite NA alternatives:

- Athletic Brewing

- Ghia

- Surely NA Wine

- Lyres Spirit alternatives 

- Recess Mocktails

- Ritual Zero Proof

Podcasts

- Dry Hard Pod

- More than Sobriety