Extraordinary Women Radio

I’m thrilled to introduce Mel McSherry, a dynamic business and life guide who brings a refreshing perspective on success through Human Design. With a unique blend of strategic business acumen and spiritual insight, Mel helps entrepreneurs who are feeling overwhelmed reconnect with their core strengths and purpose. In this episode, Mel will share how aligning with your Human Design can illuminate a path to personal and financial fulfillment—cutting through stress and enhancing clarity along the way. If you’re ready to explore a more aligned, empowered way to approach business and life, Mel has invaluable insights to share.

In This Episode:

Mel McSherry is an international business and life guide who empowers ambitious yet overwhelmed entrepreneurs to reconnect with their true purpose and align their strengths for lasting success. With over 14 years of experience, Mel brings a unique blend of Human Design and business development to her coaching, helping clients focus on what truly fulfills them and fuels sustainable growth. Known for her down-to-earth approach, Mel guides others in cutting through the noise, finding clarity, and designing a business that’s profitable on every level—mentally, emotionally, and financially.

“Human design is more than just milestones, it is about creating a sustainable way of life.” ~Mel McSherry

To learn more about Mel, visit her website. You can also connect with her on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Mel McSherry’s Show Notes

I’m thrilled to introduce you to Teresa Romain, who shares her personal journey from a life marked by scarcity and fear to one of true abundance and empowerment. With profound insights into the “Archetype of Scarcity” and the “Sacred Archetype of Abundance”, she invites us to consider how deeply our conditioning around “lack” has shaped our actions and beliefs. Teresa’s passion is to help us all break free from the old ways of “doing” money and step into a vision where everyone has what they need to prosper and thrive.

In This Episode:

Teresa Romain is an Abundance Coach and advocate with over 27 years of experience, committed to helping people transform their scarcity-driven relationship with money into one rooted in a new, Divine definition of abundance. Guided by a deep belief in the inherent worth of every person and all of Creation, Teresa specializes in supporting women who feel pressure, frustration, stress, fear, or guilt around money—regardless of how much they have. She brings a fresh perspective that challenges traditional ideas about wealth and abundance, empowering her clients to embrace a truly fulfilling, sustainable financial mindset.

“Abundance is not something you achieve or obtain. It’s an experience available to you at every moment.” ~Teresa Romain

To learn more about Teresa, visit her website. You can also connect with her on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Teresa Romain’s Show Notes

I’m thrilled to introduce you to Michele Heffron, a life, relationship, and divorce coach whose personal journey has uniquely equipped her to guide others through life transitions. From navigating divorce to managing career changes, Michele empowers her clients to embrace life’s shifts with courage, compassion, and clarity. In this episode, we’ll explore her concept of the “golden thread” of life, discussing how surrendering to life’s unfolding—rather than resisting out of fear—has opened her up to unexpected divine solutions. Michele’s message is one of peace, joy, and love, and I’m confident this conversation will inspire you to reframe your own life experiences, embracing both the struggles and the blissful moments.

In This Episode:

Michele Heffron is a firm believer in the transformative power of coaching, she embodies what’s possible when we let go, seek help, and open our hearts to new possibilities. Whether her clients are facing significant life events like divorce or empty nesting, or simply searching for their next steps, Michele provides a safe, nonjudgmental space for exploration and expression. Through active listening and insightful questioning—those thought-provoking inquiries that friends might shy away from—she helps clients gain clarity and confidence as they embark on their journey of transformation.

“See the lesson in whatever’s happening.” ~Michele Heffron

To learn more about Michele, visit her website. You can also connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Michele Heffron’s Show Notes

I’m thrilled to introduce you to my friend Kelly Ruta—a true wisdom leader in the world of money mindset. Kelly brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of how our beliefs, habits, and inner programs can either limit or enhance our financial success. She shares her powerful journey of doing the inner work and building resilience, showing us how this transformation leads to intentional wealth creation. If you’re ready to break free from limiting money beliefs and elevate your financial mindset, this episode is for you.

In This Episode:

Kelly Rutais the Founder and CEO of Kelly Ruta International, is a former clinical psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience who transitioned into coaching to help entrepreneurs build powerful inner operating systems for rapid scaling without burnout. She believes entrepreneurs are uniquely positioned to create massive positive change, but understands that no strategy can outpace a mindset plagued by limiting beliefs and conditioned habits. Kelly is passionate about guiding entrepreneurs and their teams through deep inner work, developing Emotional Agility as a key skill while they scale and grow.

“Whatever it is you deeply desire, you deserve it.” ~Kelly Ruta

To learn more about Kelly, you can visit her website, you can also connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Kelly Ruta’s Show Notes

Register for Kelly’s upcoming webinar,  “The Million Dollar Breakthrough, Unlock 3 Profit Generating Beliefs That Add a Comma to Your Bottom Line.”

This year marks 10 years of Extraordinary Women Ignite. If you’re ready to attract more soul clients, simplify your path to success, and build a business with more time prosperity and wealth prosperity, then you need to be in this room. It’s all about a new paradigm of business—soul + strategy. You’ll be doing your own soul-listening while learning new strategies to grow and scale your business.

Join us October 24th through 26th in Golden, Colorado. Get all the details here and don’t forget to use the code EWR to get $200 off your ticket price.

I’m thrilled to welcome my friend Betsy Clark to the show, and today we’re going to talk about something incredibly important for women entrepreneurs—Active Hope. Betsy says it best: “Hope is a terrible business strategy, yet Active Hope is a brilliant strategy for life and business.” And that’s what we’re unpacking today—how Active Hope is about taking action, creating momentum, and confidently stepping forward, no matter the challenges.

Betsy has used this concept to support women entrepreneurs in building their businesses and lives, and to tap into Active Hope to break through the fear and uncertainty that might be holding them back. If you’ve ever felt like hope isn’t enough, this episode will give you a whole new perspective.

In This Episode:

Betsy Clark has been a successful entrepreneur for 45 years. Previously working in interior design, she created beauty with paint, now she uses words. From refining spaces to reshaping lives. As a Transformation Coach, she now passionately assists women to embrace their distinct strengths, empowering them to find and fearlessly express their authentic voice and to boldly bring their unique strengths forward. By placing emphasis on their inherent brilliance, this helps her clients make solid decisions, take action and create momentum to show up as they truly intend; to stand up on the inside and be unstoppable. 

“If you are feeling isolated and less than joyful, go out and play.” ~Betsy Clark

To learn more about Betsy, you can visit her website, you can also connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Betsy Clark’s Show Notes

Join us at Ignite, and you’ll walk away with powerful clarity around your vision and the confidence to use your voice to attract your SOUL clients. You’ll learn how to build your brand from the inside out, speak your clients’ love language, and step fully into your leadership. If you’ve ever wanted to stop playing small and lead with more ease and joy, this is your moment. You’ll leave Ignite knowing exactly how to grow your business with more freedom, more financial abundance, and the support of a community of like-minded women. It’s time to stop holding back and step into the business you’ve always wanted. If this speaks to you, there’s still time to join us October 24-26 in Golden, Colorado! Grab your tickets here, and don’t forget to use the code EWR to save $200.

I love brand work. It’s something that has been a passion of mine for decades. I’ve had the privilege of working on some massive brand initiatives in my career as a VP of marketing, leading complex brand strategies for multinational billion-dollar organizations. But honestly, the work I’m doing now with women entrepreneurs is so much more fun.

Today, I am thrilled to dive into the world of personal branding with the incredible Laura Bull. Laura has a unique approach to helping entrepreneurs discover their true brand identity, which is key to standing out in a crowded marketplace. In this episode, she shares insights from her bestselling book, From Individual to Empire: A Guide to Building an Authentic and Powerful Brand, and walks us through her proven methods for creating a brand that resonates deeply with your audience. You’re going to love this conversation and leave with so many actionable gems for your own brand journey!

In This Episode:

Laura Bull is the founder and CEO of The Brand Management Company, a bestselling author, and a brand strategist specializing in transforming individuals into sustainable business brands. She spent ten years at Sony Music Entertainment, becoming one of its youngest executives at 28, where she developed and marketed globally recognized artists like Carrie Underwood and Johnny Cash. Laura is the author of From Individual to Empire, an Amazon bestseller, and has served over a decade on the National Advisory Board for Musicians On Call. She also teaches marketing and music business as an adjunct professor and resides in Dallas with her husband and two daughters.

“When it comes to a brand, evolution is not change.” ~Laura Bull

To learn more about Laura, you can visit her website, you can also connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Laura Bull’s Show Notes

At the upcoming Extraordinary Women Ignite Conference, we’ll be focusing on elevating your brand and stepping into 2025 with a powerful presence. So, if you’re ready to raise your voice, your visibility, and your impact, join us in Golden, Colorado on October 24-26! Get your tickets here and use code EWR to save $200.

The fear of being seen is a challenge that many women entrepreneurs face. Whether you’re just starting or scaling up, the fear of stepping into the spotlight can hold you back from the success and impact you deserve. Melissa Kellogg-Lueck, founder and CEO of Avanti Business Academy for Women, is a passionate advocate for helping women step into their visibility with confidence. Melissa knows firsthand how fear can hold you back from reaching your potential. She shares how the fear of being seen stops so many women from achieving their goals and offers actionable steps to help you feel more confident in marketing your business. Melissa’s work has empowered countless women to step into their power, and you are going to love the wisdom she shares today.

In This Episode:

Melissa Kellogg Lueck is a Marketing Expert and Business Coach for Women, as well as the Founder and CEO of Avanti Business Academy for Women. She serves her clients through teaching and coaching and provides community as Managing Director of the Northern Colorado chapter of eWomenNetwork, an international network of women entrepreneurs. With over 20 years of entrepreneurial experience, she has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs and small business owners build and grow successful businesses using great marketing and sales strategies, a courageous mindset, and optimizing their greatest assets—time and money. Melissa is a wife, and mom of two, and enjoys playing women’s ice hockey and pickleball.

“If you didn’t start your business with a mission in mind, it’s not like it’s too late.” ~Melissa Kellogg Lueck

To learn more about Melissa, you can visit her website, you can also connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, and  LinkedIn.

Melissa Kellogg Lueck’s Show Notes

Visibility is the fire that ignites your business, helping you stand tall in your purpose and attract your soul clients. It’s through visibility that we expand not only our reach but also our impact, building the connections that fuel our growth. At this year’s Extraordinary Women Ignite Conference, happening October 24th-26th in Golden, Colorado, you’ll learn to raise your vision, voice, and visibility to grow your business with more time and wealth prosperity. Grab your tickets here and use code EWR to save $200 off your ticket.

I’m thrilled to introduce you to someone who is making waves in the world of innovation and entrepreneurship – Lilly Tinch. Lilly is passionate about using innovation to tackle the world’s most pressing challenges and has dedicated her career to supporting entrepreneurs making a difference. From her work at Columbia University Technology Ventures to her role at New Lab, Lilly has witnessed firsthand the incredible impact of innovative solutions. In today’s episode, we dive into her journey, the power of entrepreneurship for good, and her new book Good Business: An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Creating a Better World.

In This Episode:

Lilly Tench has spent over a decade working with social entrepreneurs across sectors like energy and agriculture, gaining valuable insight into the intersection of mission-driven work and financial sustainability. She has helped manufacturers reduce environmental impact through ITAC and co-founded an innovation hub for entrepreneurs at Newlab, now home to over 800 innovators. Lilly has supported cleantech researchers at Columbia University Technology Ventures and agtech entrepreneurs at AgLaunch. Currently, she serves as Director of the Spark Innovation Center at the University of Tennessee Research Park. Lilly holds degrees in Peace and Social Justice, an MBA, and an MS in Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics.

“If you didn’t start your business with a mission in mind, it’s not like it’s too late.” ~Lilly Tench

To learn more about Lilly, you can visit her website, you can also connect with her on LinkedIn.

Lilly Tench’s Show Notes

Now, more than ever, women are being called to make a real difference in the world through our work. We have the vision, the wisdom, and the heart to lead with impact, and the world is ready for what we offer. Whether we’re shaping industries, uplifting communities, or building businesses, women are leading a new era of conscious leadership. That’s why the Extraordinary Women Ignite Conference is so special – it’s a gathering of women ready to step fully into their power. If you’re ready to create more impact, prosperity, and joy, you won’t want to miss it! Get your ticket now!

I’m thrilled to introduce you to today’s guest, Kendall Summerhawk. She’s been running a successful seven-figure business, dedicating her life to empowering women to step into their financial power. Kendall’s mission is to create a world where women hold true money power, because with money comes choice, freedom, and the ability to change the world. Today, we’re diving into her journey, exploring how to identify your money type, discussing the biggest challenges women entrepreneurs face around money, and understanding the concept of overflow that Kendall so passionately advocates.

In This Episode:

Kendall SummerHawk is a 9-time Stevie award-winning coach, a money feminist, and the creative founder of the money coach school for women entrepreneurs. Kendall has over 22 years of success running a 7-figure business. Her vision is to create a world where women hold genuine money power because money is choice, money is freedom, and the world changes when women have money. The Money Coach School’s coach certification trainings unlock the secret to creating success and thriving as a coach serving the exciting and lucrative niche of women entrepreneurs. Kendall adores daily time with her beautiful Spanish horses and indulging in too much dark chocolate.

“My vision is to create a world where women hold genuine money power.” ~Kendall SummerHawk

To learn more about Kendall, you can visit her website, you can also connect with her on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.

Kendall SummerHawk’s Show Notes

Join us for the 10th annual Extraordinary Women Ignite Conference, where you’ll unlock more time and wealth prosperity in your business while connecting with a high-vibe community of extraordinary women. This event offers clarity, inspiration, and a bold action plan to make 2025 your most impactful year yet. Be part of the new business paradigm that embraces purpose, balance, and true feminine power. Get your ticket now!

In today’s episode, we’re diving into one of the most powerful tools you have as an entrepreneur—your voice. Your unique voice isn’t just a marketing tool; it’s the key to creating deep, authentic connections with your community, attracting your soul clients, and standing out as a thought leader. We’ll explore how building your brand from the inside out and speaking your clients’ love language allows you to rise above the noise and grow your business with heart and purpose.

Plus, I’ll be sharing my personal journey in developing thought leadership, including lessons learned from my corporate days, and how you can apply these strategies to your own business. By the end of this episode, you’ll have the insights and inspiration to stake your claim, craft a message only you can own, and lead with confidence.

In This Episode:

I believe women’s voices matter. I am a connector. A storyteller. A business coach for high-vibe women entrepreneurs helping them #RaiseUP their Voice, Vision and Visibility for Impact and Business Growth.

I help my clients build businesses they love with more time prosperity and more wealth prosperity. I weave soulful inspiration into mindful business strategies, and this Soul+Strategy™ approach to business helps her clients succeed in business and worldly impact.

I am the founder of the Extraordinary Women Ignite Conference, Extraordinary Women Connect events, and Extraordinary Women Radio™—a podcast featuring wildly successful women making an impact on the world. My podcast was named Best Business Podcast in the 2018 People’s Choice Awards and Feedspot’s Top 100 Women Podcasts. I have featured guests such as Tosha Silver, SARK, Zainab Salbi, Beth Comstock, and Lissa Rankin.

I am the author of Firedancer: Your Spiral Journey to a Life of Passion and Purpose. I was named to the 2020 Twenty-Five Most Powerful Women in Business List by the Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce.

“The key to rising above the noise lies in finding and using your unique voice. ” ~Kami Guildner

To learn more about me, my work, and how I can support you and your business, check out my website, sign up for a complimentary coaching session with me,  and join the Extraordinary Women Connect Facebook group. You can also buy my book, Firedancer: Your Spiral Journey to a Life of Passion and Purpose, and connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Kami Guildner’s Show Notes

Apply for one of the limited Prosperity Audits I do each month. A small, strategic tweak might be all that stands between you and more time in your business and your life.

Join us at the Extraordinary Women Ignite in Golden Colorado on Oct 24-26. Use the code EWR and get $200 off of your registration at kamiguildner.com/ignite! We are celebrating 10 years of Ignite this year, and our speaker lineup is amazing! You want to be there!