Entreprenista

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Resources mentioned:

Mariana Tek

Wisetail

“That's a beautiful thing of what we've built is it really is inside out. It's really authentic..So it just feels good and it feels very, very aligned too.”

In this episode of The Entreprenista Podcast, we sit down with Sadie Lincoln, co-founder of Barre3, the global fitness franchise that has grown to over 200 studios, all owned and operated by women. Built without outside funding, Sadie scaled Barre3 through cash flow and a franchise model designed to empower female entrepreneurs in their own communities.

Sadie shares the deeply personal story behind Barre3’s methodology, rooted in her recovery from a decade-long eating disorder and her mission to redefine what it means to be “fit.” You’ll hear how her mantra, “Listen to Her,” became the foundation of a brand that prioritizes connection, authenticity, and inner strength over external perfection.

We also dive into the realities of scaling a business from choosing franchising as a growth strategy to learning the art of letting go as a founder. Sadie opens up about hiring a president who accelerated the company’s growth, the challenges of leadership evolution, and the power of building authentic, community-driven relationships.

What We Talked About:

Franchising Insights [5:57]

Navigating Challenges & Letting Go [9:04]

Marketing Strategies for Local Businesses [15:12]

Operationalizing Growth and Learning [20:45]

The Future Vision for Barre3 [27:01]

Connect with Sadie:

@sadielincoln on Instagram 

Sadie Lincoln on LinkedIn

Visit a Barre3 near you

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Resources mentioned:

Framer

Willow

Granola

Joy

"The most important relationship you'll ever have is with yourself. More than your investors, your partners, even your co-founders — it starts there."

In this episode, Betsy Fore shares her remarkable journey from first-generation college graduate and toy inventor to serial founder, venture capitalist, and nonprofit leader — all driven by an unwavering belief in the power of "why not me?" As the founder of Tiny Organics, which generated over $13 million in revenue in its first 24 months, and now managing partner of Velveteen Ventures, Betsy has built, scaled, and fundraised across multiple industries while breaking barriers as the first Native American woman to raise a Series A round.

But her story doesn't stop there.

Betsy opens up about the burnout that forced her to do the inner work, the mindset practices that rewired how she leads, and the Indigenous values of reciprocity and humility that have quietly shaped every business decision she's ever made. From pitching in front of the co-founder of Square to launching a nonprofit community for Native technologists and founders, she reveals what it really takes to stay in the ring — and why the founder who succeeds is often the one who simply refused to quit.

What We Talked About:

Tiny Organics: $13M in 24 months 5:52

Angel vs. venture capital funding 21:25

How to pitch your three whys 31:24

Burning out and bouncing back 35:57

Natives Rising and Velveteen Ventures 31:24

Connect with Betsy:@betsyfore on Instagram 

Betsy Fore on LinkedIn

Buy Built on Purpose

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“I pushed for additional tests, I changed doctors when I felt unheard, and I insisted on rechecking all of my health conditions before proceeding with treatments. That persistence made all the difference in my journey.”

In honor of National Infertility Awareness Week, Stephanie Cartin opens her heart and shares a story that is so much more than personal—it’s a testament to the power of resilience, hope, and community. In a deeply moving conversation with Randi Zinn, women’s mentor and founder of the Group Experience, Stephanie brings us behind the scenes of her journey—from the heartbreak of fertility treatments and the fears of a high-risk pregnancy to the miracle of welcoming her daughter, Mollie.

This episode is not just about one woman’s experience. It’s about what becomes possible when women come together, lift one another up, and believe fiercely in miracles—whether in motherhood, entrepreneurship, or life. Stephanie’s honesty reminds us that in the hardest moments, it’s often the strength of our community that carries us forward.

If you’re navigating your own fertility journey or facing challenges in building your dreams, know this: you are never alone. Every step, every small victory, every single day of perseverance is a miracle in itself.

Tune in for a conversation that will leave you feeling seen, supported, and connected—because when women come together, miracles aren’t just possible. They’re inevitable.

What we talked about:

The Moment Stephanie Knew She Wanted to be a Mom [12:43]

What Stephanie Learned Through the Fertility Process [23:00]

Stephanie Finding Out She Was Pregnant [37:45]

A World Shattering Scan [45:30]

Who to trust: your doctor, or your community? [1:02:25]

Mollie's Miracle Birth [1:13:50]

Closing Thoughts [1:28:45]

Connect with Stephanie:

⁠Instagram⁠

⁠LinkedIn⁠

Connect with Randi:

⁠Website⁠

⁠Instagram⁠

⁠LinkedIn⁠

Connect with Mollie:

⁠Instagram⁠

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Resources:

Slack

⁠Workamajig

“A lot of our kids are in and out of the hospital. They're not in school. They're not able to be on sports teams. So they don't really feel like they belong. And so we help them belong by welcoming them to the superhero squad.”

In this powerful episode, Erika Sinner shares her journey from a challenging childhood growing up in a trailer park to becoming the founder of a two-time Inc. 5000 company and a nonprofit leader changing thousands of lives. As the CEO of Directorie, Erika scaled her business to 35+ employees, built systems that allowed her to step out of the day-to-day, and redefined what it means to lead with both strategy and heart.

But her story doesn’t stop there.

Erika opens up about launching and growing Tiny Superheroes, a nonprofit dedicated to helping children facing serious medical challenges see themselves as brave, capable heroes. Through deeply personal stories and real-world impact, she reveals how mindset, identity, and human connection can transform lives.

What We Talked About:

Building Directorie [3:38]

Systems for Success [11:52]

Building a Personal Brand [19:55]

The Impact of Tiny Superheroes [24:35]

Scaling Nonprofits [31:09]

Investing in Personal Growth [39:50]

Connect with Erika:

@erika_sinner on Instagram

Erika Sinner on LinkedIn

Celebrate Tiny Superheros Day on April 23rd!

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“There's a lot of things that come with being able to support a retailer like that… If you're not ready for those things, then go DTC first because you also have to have: Is your product merchandisable? Do you have unit cartons? Do you have UPCs?  All of these kinds of operational tactical things that you can really kind of speak to, but high-level it's like, ‘Do you have enough money?’ It would be my very first question.”

In this episode of Entreprenista, we sat down with Tisha Thompson, founder and CEO of LYS Beauty, a brand conceptualized with skin-loving formulas that redefine the definition of beauty. LYS is the first Black-owned Sephora clean makeup brand, created to fill a void in the market for clean, high-performance makeup that serves all skin tones. Drawing on her 18-year career in beauty, Tisha is dedicated to offering products that not only enhance natural beauty but also promote skin health, embodying her commitment to empowering individuals to feel confident and beautiful inside and out. Tune in to hear how Tisha’s passion for makeup and beauty stems from her love of transformation, why representation is so important, and how she has managed to keep LYS self-funded. 

We talked about: 

Connect with Tisha:

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“I'm a creative. I'm a thinker. I'm a teacher…last three years. And as a result, our revenue and our profit margins have really like kicked up a notch.”

In this episode of The Entreprenista Podcast, we sit down with money expert and entrepreneur Kate Northrup to unpack a radically different approach to financial success—one rooted in nervous system regulation, relationship-building, and aligned strategy instead of hustle and restriction.

Kate shares her powerful journey from silently struggling with credit card debt and financial anxiety to paying it all off in just six months—without a traditional job or windfall. Along the way, she reveals how shifting her emotional and energetic relationship with money transformed not only her finances, but her entire life and business.

What We Talked About:

Transforming Financial Mindset [5:53]

The Importance of Feeling in Financial Change [11:52]

Building A Personal Brand Through Relationships [18:01]

Behind the Scenes of the Launch Model [34:09]

Managing Affiliate Relationship [44:06]

Connect with Kate:

@katenorthrup on InstagramKate Northrup on LinkedIn

RSVP for Good with Money workshop! Resources mentioned:

Ontraport

Circle

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“Because the more you get it done, the more you prove to yourself that you can do it and the easier that it gets.”

In this episode of the Entreprenista Podcast, we sit down with speaker, entrepreneur, and personal brand expert Jen Gottlieb to talk about what it really takes to build visibility, grow an audience, and turn your voice into a powerful business asset.

Jen shares her raw and inspiring journey—from chasing her dream as a performer in New York City to landing roles on stage and television, only to realize she was completely out of alignment. After hitting rock bottom, she rebuilt her life through small, consistent actions that ultimately led her to create a thriving business and help thousands of entrepreneurs do the same.

What We Talked About:

Living in NYC [4:18]

Heal Your Life [8:07]

Building an Audience [12:38]

Jen’s Unique ‘Hack’ [17:54]

You Can Start Right Now [30:10]

Connect with Jen:@jengottlieb on Instagram

Jen Gottlieb on LinkedIn

Get on the Stage Leaders waitlist

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Resources Mentioned:

ClickUp

Lovable

Munch Studios

“if I didn't have all of those experiences that I had growing up…I would never be able to do the work that I do now had I not had this really crazy, unique combination of experiences throughout my lifetime.”

In this episode, we sit down with Brielle Cotterman, personal brand expert, publicist, and founder of the Influential Leader Agency. Brielle shares her powerful journey from growing up on a rural farm in Indiana to becoming a trusted advisor helping founders amplify their voice, grow their businesses, and build iconic personal brands through strategic visibility.

Brielle opens up about the pivotal moments that shaped her career—including a deeply personal experience that led her to reclaim her own story and dedicate her work to helping others do the same. She explains why visibility alone isn’t enough, how founders can develop meaningful thought leadership, and why storytelling is the foundation of any powerful personal brand.

What We Talked About:

Early Life of Brielle [3:08]

Life Unraveling [11:38]

Stepping Forward [19:13]

What is PR? [26:22]

Business Zone of Genius [36:05]

Connect with Brielle:@briellecotterman on Instagram - DM her ‘podcast’ to get the personal brand audit

Brielle Cotterman on LinkedIn

Influential Leaders Agency

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“Every relationship, every touch point has really fueled not just the work, but I think the personal nature of which I approach things because it's all through passion.”

In this episode of the Entreprenista Podcast, we welcome back serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, bestselling author, and Business of the Beat host Kendra Bracken-Ferguson for a powerful conversation about building companies through the power of community.

Kendra shares the incredible journey behind her newest venture, Luminicole—an automated retail platform bringing beauty and wellness brands into high-traffic locations like airports, hotels, and college campuses. From landing partnerships with founder-led brands to designing AI-powered retail machines, she reveals what it really takes to break into a new industry and scale a bold idea.

Throughout the conversation, Kendra also opens up about how relationships built inside the Entreprenista community—especially at Entreprenista Founders Weekend—have directly led to brand partnerships, collaborations, and business growth.

What We Talked About:

Defining Kendra [3:15]

Relationships to Partnerships [8:26]

From Hustle To Harmony [13:48]

Launch of Luminicole [20:52]

Different Skill Sets, Same Mission [31:18]

Connect with Kendra Bracken-Ferguson:

@kendrabrackenferguson on Instagram

Connect with Kendra on LinkedInListen to Kendra on the Business of the Beat podcast

Buy Kendra’s book: Beauty of Success 

People (and businesses) mentioned in today’s episode:

Beachwaver

Blessed Bananas

Lamik Beauty

CutBuddyScarlett by Red Drop

Rael

FIT

Laza

LYS Beauty

Learn more about LumiNicole Beauty

Connect with LaShasta Bell

Connect with Kellie Chen

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“It is a love. It is something in you. It's like a superpower that you're creating this synergy that I call it this legacy that lives forever.”

What happens when you sit down with the woman who shaped your strength, your spirituality, and your entrepreneurial spirit?

In this deeply personal episode of The Entreprenista Podcast, Courtney welcomes someone many in the community already adore — her mom, Ida Spritzer, founder of Inner Divinity Attraction and the original “Mama-Pernista.”

Ida opens up about her early days building a family boutique business in the Bronx, her struggles with self-worth and addiction in her twenties, and the spiritual awakening that transformed her life. She shares the heartbreak of becoming a young widow at 35, raising two daughters on her own, and how meditation, faith, and radical self-belief carried her through unimaginable loss.

What We Talked About:

Getting Healed [5:38]

Quantum and Neuroscience [15:15]

Entrepreneurship is Spiritual [19:17]

Women, Support Women [26:36]

The Meditation Box [36:40]

Connect with Ida:

Website

Ida on Instagram

Ida on LinkedIn

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