In this episode, I sit down with LaVonna Roth, founder of Ignite Your Shine, to explore how women—especially in male-dominated industries—can lean into their unique leadership styles, embrace their strengths, and silence imposter syndrome. We dive into her signature SHINE framework and the inspiring story behind the Firefly Effect, a metaphor that lights the way for collective impact and inner confidence.

🔗 Guest Website: https://www.igniteyourshine.com
🌐 My Website: https://www.thealchemyconsultinggroup.com⁠

In this episode, I sit down with Zoe Bogan, founder and CEO of The ZB Agency, to discuss how women in law, accounting, and corporate leadership can break through barriers, own their business development goals, and step confidently into leadership. Zoe shares her journey from KPMG to coaching, the founding of her firm during the pandemic, and her sharp focus on helping women—especially women of color—grow revenue and visibility without waiting for permission.

🔗 Guest Website: https://thezbagency.com
🌐 My Website: https://www.thealchemyconsultinggroup.com⁠

In this episode, I sit down with Peter Winick, founder and CEO of Thought Leadership Leverage, to talk about turning expertise into enterprise. Peter explains how thought leaders—whether authors, speakers, or executives—can build scalable businesses around their ideas. We explore his 4-part framework (Ideas, Content, Offerings, Platform), why strategy is essential, and how true thought leadership goes beyond content marketing.

🔗 Guest Website: https://www.thoughtleadershipleverage.com
🌐 My Website: https://www.thealchemyconsultinggroup.com 

In this episode, I sit down with Brian Lerner, seasoned immigration attorney and founder of the Brian Lerner Law Firm in Long Beach, California. With over 30 years of legal practice, Brian unpacks the nuances of immigration law—from business visas to deportation defense—and shares personal stories, legal tips, and surprising truths that go beyond the headlines.

We explore the long timelines of immigration cases, the role of executive orders in enforcement trends, and how even a small definition tweak can change someone’s path to citizenship. Brian also shares how he uses AI and programming to power up his law practice.

🔗 Guest Website: https://www.californiaimmigration.us
🌐 My Website: https://www.thealchemyconsultinggroup.com

In this episode, I sit down with Mary Lou Andre, founder of Dressing Well, to explore how personal style shapes professional identity. Mary Lou shares the inspiring story of how she built her image consultancy from scratch—starting by selling her wedding dress for seed capital—and how she’s since transformed lives through style, confidence, and the power of giving back.

We discuss executive presence, evolving dress codes, and her unique approach to simplifying wardrobes for clarity and joy. Plus, a glimpse into her foundation, her newest wellness initiative, and how “not sweating the small stuff” is still the best business advice.

🔗 Guest Website:⁠ https://www.dressingwell.com⁠ 

🌐 My Website:⁠https://www.thealchemyconsultinggroup.com

In this episode, I sit down with Adam Rosen, founder and CEO of Radar Talent Solutions, to talk about how school districts and small businesses can overcome hiring bottlenecks with high-volume recruiting strategies. We explore Adam’s journey from Amazon logistics to launching a company that solves real-world staffing problems—from local school waitlists to local government workforce gaps. Learn how simplifying applications, breaking tech barriers, and applying behavioral-based screening are transforming outdated systems—and how Radar is also harnessing AI for scalable recruitment.

🔗 Guest Website: https://www.radartalentsolutions.com
🌐 My Website: https://www.thealchemyconsultinggroup.com/