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- Episode 213: The Other Pandemic, with Renee Tajima-Peña
As we leave Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month behind, we sit down with Oscar-nominated documentary filmmaker Renee Tajima-Peña to discuss the history of Asian Americans, what it means to be an Asian American today, and the recent incidents of hate crimes America has been grappling with.
40 min - Episode 212: Permission To Mess Up, with Sehreen Noor Ali
On this episode, we sit down with Sehreen Noor Ali, Co-Founder and CEO of Visible Health, to discuss business ownership and motherhood with a special needs child. Sehreen shares her insights on the medical system, community support, and how she did it all.
27 min - Episode 211: Setting Intentions, with Jen DaSilva
On this episode, we sit down with Jen DaSilva, President of the creative agency Berlin Cameron, on how she got her start, important traits to have in a creative career. She shares the ins and outs of finding confidence, from crying at work to leadership, leading with diversity, and her initiatives Girl Brands Do It Better and Connect4Women.
31 min - Episode 210: Warrior in the Midst of Pandemic, with Kelli Wingo
On this week's episode, we sit down with Kelli Wingo of KMW Catalyst. Her name appropriately translating to warrior in Gaelic, Kelli shares her insights on power of putting yourself first, advocating for others, and the imposter syndrome. Kelli also shares her guide to re-evaluating your career and wants during the pandemic to come out of the adversities as a warrior.
29 min - Episode 209: Your Voice & Community, with Rachel Sklar
On this episode, writer, journalist, activist, and community builder Rachel Sklar joins us as we discuss how she got her start and continues to wear so many different hats. Rachel also shares the ins and outs of community building and capitalizing on your voice publicly all while being a single mom.
36 min - Episode 208: Your Money in Quarantine, with Melissa Ternes
On this episode, Melissa Ternes, Certified Financial Coach and Founder of Master Your Money Now, joins us to understand why we spend money, how we can keep a budget, and properly tracking spendings. Melissa also shares her tips on how you can manage your money and protect your cash in times of uncertainty.
32 min - Episode 207: Gifting Happiness, with Sara Rodell
On this episode, we sit down with Sara Rodell, the founder of Loop & Tie, to talk about the art of gifting, her career journey from finance to entrepreneurship, and the importance of the pay-it-forward mindset. Sara also shares Loop & Tie's background of supporting small businesses and being an NFL fan-favorite.
32 min - Episode 206: Media & Entertainment Diaries, with Lea Goldman
As we spend more and more time in front of our TVs, we sit down with Lea Goldman, Chief Content Officer of Nineteen Twenty Media, to discuss her learnings from a 20+ year career in the media and entertainment industry. Lea shares how she made career changes, what she learned from working with women, an insider look at how some of the top listicles are made, and all about networking.
22 min - Episode 205: Restaurants and Communities, with Deepti Sharma
On this episode, Deepti Sharma, Founder of FoodtoEat and Bikky, tells the story of an industry in the front lines of the pandemic: restaurants and food services. Deepti also shares how she has managed to pivot as an entrepreneur, building community, and how everyone can play a part in overcoming the crisis.
27 min - Episode 204: Communicating Through Crisis, with Winnie Lerner
On this episode, we sit down with Winnie Lerner, Managing Partner at global strategic communications firm Finsbury, to discuss how organizations can navigate through uncharted waters. Lerner shares frameworks, tips, and common pitfalls of crisis communications, as well as internal and external best practices during the global pandemic.
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About Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of Business
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The Ellevate Podcast spotlights women+ making a difference across industries—entrepreneurs, authors, executives, and other trailblazers who share the strategies, stumbles, and wins that shaped…
their careers. Hosted by Ally McDonald and produced by Ashton Porzio, the show blends real talk with practical guidance to help you navigate today’s business landscape. Expect actionable advice on leadership, growth, and impact; thoughtful conversations on purpose and resilience; and insights you can use immediately—whether you’re a founder, a corporate leader, or somewhere in between. Tune in for engaging stories, smart takeaways, and the momentum to take your next step.
About Ellevate Network:
Ellevate is a community of professional women+ committed to helping each other succeed. We use the power of community to help you take the next step in your career. We show up for each other, helping everyone — no matter their background or aspirations — build a career they love. And even more importantly, we mobilize our collective power to change the culture of business.
Although our community is the largest of its kind, we know that navigating a sea of faceless connections is a waste of time. That’s why we prioritize meaningful relationships—local and digital—that offer real insights and open real doors. Our community has reach, power, and influence, while remaining warm, welcoming, and deeply supportive. Ellevate is where changemakers cultivate their voice, build bridges of understanding, and mobilize for impact.
We also partner with leading companies to improve hiring, retention, and diversity, equity, and inclusion across organizations.
Our History:
Ellevate Network (formerly known as 85 Broads) was founded in 1997 by Janet Hanson, one of the first women promoted to sales management at Goldman Sachs. During a moment of transition in her own life, she realized that clarity comes from community—and that women needed a place to share insight, opportunity, and support. What began as an unofficial network for women connected to Goldman Sachs quickly expanded across industries and continents. In 2014, the community rebranded from 85 Broads to Ellevate Network to reflect its evolution from a finance-focused group to a broad, diverse, global community of ambitious and values-driven women+ working together to change the culture of business.