I’m not dead talks to April Uchitel, Tina Wells and Purvi Padia—three women who have achieved remarkable success in business in their own unique ways. They have faced all the tropes and adversity that women often encounter in the business world, from navigating biases and breaking glass ceilings to balancing professional and personal demands. Despite the challenges, each has carved out their own path and found ways to thrive, offering powerful insights on resilience, leadership, and redefining success on their own terms. 

April Uchitel is the former CEO of Violet Grey, where she helped shape the brand into a leading luxury beauty destination. She is also the co-founder of I am a Voter, an initiative aimed at increasing voter participation, and the CEO and co-founder of The Board, a consulting agency that brings together top industry experts to provide strategic advice to businesses. April’s work spans across beauty, civic engagement, and business consulting, focusing on innovation and impact in each field. 

Tina Wells, at 16 she launched her first business, setting the stage for an impressive career. She went on to create two seven-figure brands that gained major retail presence. Alongside her entrepreneurial success, Tina has authored 21 books, inspiring others with her expertise in business, leadership, and personal development. 

Purvi Padia worked in the beauty and fashion space for 10 years until she left it all behind  to start something new.  After going back to school for interiors, she founded Purvi Padia Interiors with a focus on entertaining.. She is a UNICEF USA board member and the founder of Project LION, which supports India’s vulnerable children. In addition to her design work, she co-founded REVELRY, a luxury tabletop collection. Purvi is deeply involved in philanthropy, serving on various boards, including Girls Inc. and UNICEF Next Generation. Her career blends creativity and social impact, making her a leader in both design and charity work.. 

 

I'm Not Dead is hosted by Sarah Clary and Christina Glickman 

Executive Producers: Julia Cassidy, Sarah Clary and Christina Glickman

Audio editing, mixing, and sound design: Daniel William Gonzalez

Music: Zach Lounsbury

 

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