Explain Yourself

Donna has been around the world and back in search of the most fascinating stories. Over 80 countries and numerous journalism and PR stints later, she’s back home in Silicon Valley working with some of the brightest minds in tech. As the head of her own PR firm LMGPR, Donna helps cutting edge startups gain media and market traction. Inspired everyday by the forward-thinkers she works with, Donna has a deep fascination with advancements in AI, automotive, consumer electronics, and more. A master storyteller, she enjoys exploring the human side of technology and how it’s reshaping our society for the better. The Before It Happened podcast is where she sits down with the world’s brightest minds to continue to help share amazing stories. Donna is worldly and filled with wisdom, and we know you'll enjoy our conversation with her as much as we did. 

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- Julie + Annica

Meet Dr. Diane; or as she likes to call herself, the Back To Love Doc. Dr. Diane Strachowski is a psychologist that specializes in relationships and helping people find love. We spoke with Dr. Diane about some childhood trauma that helped lead her into her career, how she built up her own business and has had to pivot during the pandemic, and we dove into attachment theory and how her Love Styles Quiz can tell you quite a bit about your relationship style. If you're a fan of The Bachelor franchise you'll definitely want to listen to this episode as Dr. Diane gives her take on relationships on the shows. You can find Dr. Diane on her website, or Instagram.

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- Julie + Annica

Annica and Julie discuss what led them to each search for a new job during a global pandemic, what the process was like, how negotiating went; and of course some fun banter.

From inside the lab to inside your wine, Craig has had a storied career in the sciences. Everything in his work and family background has brought him to his current role as head winemaker! Learn about what goes on during harvest season, the not-so-glamour life of growing wine grapes and how to get shop setup in California (Hint: it's not a cake walk). We have some good laughs, Julie tries to get a job as an assistant winemaker and we learned a lot! Join us on Craig's journey and visit Trattore Farms if you are ever in wine country!  

Have more questions for Craig? Reach him at: [email protected] 

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Maddie Kelly has done it all, published two books, worked with Disney, and is living abroad! We touch on all her experiences and perspective on how to live a full life and how to continually grow and adapt to new situations. She is very much a good vibe, which we could all use more of right now. Listen as we discuss the ups and down of early career life and how to get sh*t done. Find Maddie on Instagram or her website. 

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We started a book club! Mark your calendars for our first book club meeting on IG Live. We share a few work updates, discuss winter work fashion, and chat about Julie's new beverage of choice, rum. 

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Sarah Cotterill is a Healthcare attorney and corporate executive turned wellness entrepreneur and coach. The companies' she works with aim to create and support regenerative systems connected to nature and continuous improvement and empower people to tap into the regenerative capacity within themselves to find and create well-being. Sarah is an eternal optimist and through our conversation you can tell she truly believes in the magic of life. You can find Sarah's Instagram.

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Liz has an undergrad in biology and has had a color career in the food industry. Having worked on all sorts of products - canned meats, a cheap version of Spam, seasonings, baby food, pet food; she transitioned to sales about 10 years ago, and currently sells flavors to the food industry. In 2020 after feeling lost and needing a new outlet, she started making candles and launched Elizabeth Post in 2021. Liz uses her candles as a platform to give back and support communities in need. You can find Liz on Instagram, or visit her website.

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Giselle is a sports medicine physician who has covered everything from the WNBA, to NCAA DI and DIII national championship-winning teams, to high-school sports, marathons, and more. Throughout her training and career in sports medicine, has been incredibly lucky to meet some amazing women and created Madam Athlete as a way to bring her connections together and share wisdom with anyone else who needs it. You can find Brooke on Instagram, or visit her website.

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Brooke is the founder of a new-ish social club in Chicago called The People's Club. They use fun and engaging events like cocktail making classes, wine tastings, and cooking classes as a means for folks to meet new people in Chicago. Brooke started her career as an educator -- teaching high school special education and eventually found her way into the tech and start-up world. Upon graduating from business school, she decided to start her own business and launched the People's Club. You can find Brooke on Instagram, or visit her website.

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- Julie + Annica