Founding Fearless

Founding Fearless

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Founding Fearless episodes

  • Marisa Garza: Embracing A New Frame and Navigating Corporation vs Entrepreneurship with Marisa, Founder of KEFI by MG

    In this episode, we sit down with Marisa Garza, Founder of KEFI by MG. Fresh out of college as a UT Alum, Marisa found herself navigating the corporate landscape while simultaneously framing uniqueness. KEFI by MG is a unique and fashionable eyewear brand where Marisa fused her passion and profession together to create art for any wearer. The episode also ventures into the foundational aspects of brand-building – from the ideation phase to defining one's purpose and dream customer and the art of crafting a brand that resonates authentically. 🤘💛✨ Culminating with a vision for the future, the discussion encourages dreaming big and embracing the challenges as integral steps toward manifesting a brand that is a true reflection of oneself and the pursuit of turning dreams into reality. 🎙️
    We hope you enjoy!


    CONNECT WITH MARISA!

    IG: ⁠@marisagarza26

    IG: @kefibymg


    [email protected]

    ⁠⁠kswelinstitute.utexas.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠


    "Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"


    This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.


    Co-hosts: ⁠⁠Priscilla Olivarez⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠Sydney Key⁠

    45 min
  • Fernanda Sampson - Gómez: How a Latina broke into the competitive CPG industry as a Fearless Entrepreneur and Agua Fresca Visionary With Fernanda, Co-Founder and CEO of Celzo

    In this episode, we sit down with Fernanda Sampson-Gómez, CEO of Celzo. Leading the way with the first vitamin-infused agua fresca in the USA, she's an innovator and an equality advocate. Recognized with the Rising Star Award from Latino Leaders Magazine, Fernanda is a trailblazing Latina leader shaping the future. 🤘💛✨ Her determination, innovation, and passion for entrepreneurship have made Celzo immensely successful, and her incorporation of her culture and background has turned it into a flourishing brand!


    We hope you enjoy!


    CONNECT WITH FERNANDA!

    IG: @celzodrink


    [email protected]

    ⁠kswelinstitute.utexas.edu⁠⁠⁠


    "Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"


    This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.


    Co-hosts: ⁠Priscilla Olivarez⁠ & ⁠⁠Sydney Key⁠⁠

    43 min
  • Carla Taylor: Redefining Entrepreneurship through Non-Traditional Innovation in Beauty Photography and Makeup Artistry

    In this episode, we sit down with Carla Taylor, Photographer, Entrepreneur, and Beauty MUA. We delve into Carla’s inspiring journey to becoming a makeup artist who doesn't limit herself to conventional paths. Instead, she seamlessly combines her creative talents to reshape the landscape of entrepreneurship. 🤘💛✨ 


    Carla emphasizes the values of creativity and uniqueness that have defined her entrepreneurial venture, and the passion that fuels her mission to provide the community with her stunning creations.


    We hope you enjoy!


    CONNECT WITH CARLA!

    IG: @ctaylormakeup

    IG: @ctshootsu





    [email protected]

    kswelinstitute.utexas.edu⁠⁠


    "Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"


    This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.


    Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & ⁠Sydney Key⁠

    47 min
  • Adriana Carrig: Resiliently Spreading Kindness One Bracelet At a Time with Adriana, Founder & CEO of Little Words Project

    In this episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Adriana Carrig, the Founder and CEO of Little Words Project, an incredible entrepreneur and advocate for kindness. Adriana shares her remarkable journey, starting from her struggles with childhood bullying and finding solace in crafting bracelets. Her story of resilience and determination unfolds as she transforms her personal coping mechanism into a powerful movement, promoting self-love and community. 🤘💛✨


    From her college sorority to becoming a renowned lifestyle brand, Adriana's inspiring narrative showcases the impact of her Little Words Project, reminding us all of the profound effect small gestures of kindness can have on individuals and communities.
    We hope you enjoy!


    CONNECT WITH ADRIANA!

    IG: ⁠⁠⁠@adrianacarrig

    IG: ⁠@littlewordsproject



    CONNECT WITH THE KS WELI

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠@kswelinstitute⁠⁠⁠⁠

    [email protected]

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠kswelinstitute.utexas.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠


    "Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"


    This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.


    Co-hosts: ⁠⁠⁠Priscilla Olivarez⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠Sydney Key⁠

    36 min
  • Chelsea Kramer: The Inside Journey to Capsule Wardrobes and Women-Owned Success in the Fashion Industry with Chelsea, Founder and Designer of Parke

    In this episode, we sit down with Chelsea Kramer, founder and designer of Parke. We delve into Chelsea’s inspiring journey of starting Parke, a woman-owned business with a mission to create high-quality clothing that can elevate your closet and live with you forever. Chelsea Kramer has limitless drive and passion, which has helped her grow her brand into what it is today


    Chelsea highlights all about starting this brand from just denim products, and now she has grown to include a versatile mix of clothing articles. Her unwavering dedication fuels her success and has made Parke what it is today. 🤘💛✨


    We hope you enjoy!


    CONNECT WITH CHELSEA!

    IG: ⁠⁠@chelseakramer

    IG: @parkeofficial



    CONNECT WITH THE KS WELI

    ⁠⁠⁠@kswelinstitute⁠⁠⁠

    [email protected]

    ⁠⁠⁠kswelinstitute.utexas.edu⁠⁠⁠


    "Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"


    This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.


    Co-hosts: ⁠⁠Priscilla Olivarez⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠Sydney Key⁠

    40 min
  • Rachel Lindsay: A Conversation of Mixing Law, Love, and Leading with Rachel Lindsay, Author, Media Personality, and Lawyer on Shaping Her Legacy for Better

    In this episode, we sit down with Rachel Lindsay, author, attorney, media personality, podcaster, and speaker. We delve into Rachel's inspiring journey, from initially pursuing a degree in law, to making history as the first Black lead in the reality TV franchise, specifically on the thirteenth season of ABC's "The Bachelorette". She hasn't stopped there; she recently became the co-host of not one, but two new podcasts and grew her involvement in the college sports world as well. Rachel Lindsay has limitless aspirations and the entrepreneurial spirit to make them happen. Rachel highlights the significance of courage and individuality, which have shaped her professional journey. Her unwavering dedication fuels her mission to support the community and her dreams. 🤘💛✨


    We hope you enjoy!


    CONNECT WITH RACHEL!

    IG: ⁠@therachlindsay



    CONNECT WITH THE KS WELI

    ⁠⁠@kswelinstitute⁠⁠

    [email protected]

    ⁠⁠kswelinstitute.utexas.edu⁠⁠


    "Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"


    This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.


    Co-hosts: ⁠Priscilla Olivarez⁠ & ⁠Sydney Key⁠

    50 min
  • Kristy Owens: Turning New Year Resolution into an Austin Business: The Journey of Following Your Heart with Kristy, Founder of 365 Things Austin

    In this episode, Priscilla and Sydney sit down with Kristy Owens, the founder of 365 Things Austin, the trusted source of all things entertainment and events for Austinites. We delve into Kristy's inspiring journey, from being an uninspired realtor to founding a brand that both businesses and consumers count on. Kristy shares her story of creating an ambassador brand for Austin, all while following her heart and turning a New Year's resolution into a thriving entrepreneurial venture. 🤘💛✨ Kristy emphasizes the values of authenticity and uniqueness that have defined her entrepreneurial venture, and the passion that fuels her mission to provide the community with exciting things to do around Austin, Texas, creating an invaluable resource for locals and visitors alike. 🎙️


    We hope you enjoy!


    CONNECT WITH TERRY!

    IG: @365thingsaustin



    CONNECT WITH THE KS WELI

    ⁠@kswelinstitute⁠

    [email protected]

    ⁠kswelinstitute.utexas.edu⁠


    "Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"


    This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.


    Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key

    41 min
  • Terry P. Mitchell: Importance of Equity, Community Work, Leadership, and Continued Education with Terry, Serial Entrepreneur and Community Servant

    In this episode, we have such an inspirational speaker and true entrepreneur and community servant with expertise in all things business and a strive to empower and inspire those around her. Terry P. Mitchell is the founder of Austin Socialite and Black Leaders Collective, COO of E & Co. Tech, Co-Owner of Austin Woman Magazine, and Co-Chair of The Black Fund. From a young age, Terry knew her path was being an entrepreneur, and now she is the founder and owner of various companies and the embodiment of a successful, multi-talented leader who champions equity and advocacy. 🤘💛✨ She's been on a relentless pursuit of empowerment and inspiration, and her story will leave you inspired. Don't miss out on this powerful episode where Terry P. Mitchell shares her journey and invaluable insights. Listen to Terry's journey and insights now!🎙️


    We hope you enjoy!


    CONNECT WITH TERRY!

    IG: @terrypmitchell

    LI: Terry P. Mitchell



    CONNECT WITH THE KS WELI

    ⁠@kswelinstitute⁠

    [email protected]

    ⁠kswelinstitute.utexas.edu⁠


    "Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"


    This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.


    Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key

    1 hr 4 min
  • Ashley Raymond & Meagan Doyle: Graduating from Student to Startup with Co-Founders of Safely

    This episode dives into the journey of co-founders creating a project in their undergraduate class at UT Austin to being inspired to create a fully developed CPG company while juggling full-time jobs outside of college. This episode includes co-founders Ashley Raymond, CEO of Safely, and Meagan Doyle, CXO of Safely, a modern self-defense company for the girl on the go. Discover how they transitioned from being full-time students to working professionals while nurturing their entrepreneurial dreams. 🤘💛✨ 

    If you're in the midst of your entrepreneurial journey during college or even thinking about starting a business, listen now to be inspired by their determination, innovation, and passion for entrepreneurship and gain more perspective! 🎙️


    Use code: KSWELI for 15% off your purchase at livesafely.co


    We hope you enjoy!


    CONNECT WITH ASHLEY & MEAGAN!

    IG: @safelyselfdefense

    LI: @safelyselfdefense

    W: livesafely.co



    CONNECT WITH THE KS WELI

    ⁠@kswelinstitute⁠

    [email protected]

    ⁠kswelinstitute.utexas.edu⁠


    "Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"


    This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.


    Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key

    30 min
  • KS WELI 101 With Your New Co-Hosts Priscilla & Sydney

    Season 2. Episode 1

    Welcome to Season 2 of the Founding Fearless Podcast! We are so excited to be your new co-hosts, and we can't wait to share with you our guest speakers, who are all trailblazing women entrepreneurs and leaders. This first episode is for anyone who wants to know the ins and outs of KS WELI and really know what our institute provides and what programs it includes. We will introduce ourselves more and hear our exciting ideas for this season!


    We hope you enjoy!


    CONNECT WITH PRISCILLA & SYDNEY!

    IG: @priscillaolivarez_

    LI: Priscilla Olivarez

    IG: @sydneykeyy

    LI: Sydney Key


    CONNECT WITH THE KS WELI

    ⁠@kswelinstitute⁠

    [email protected]

    ⁠kswelinstitute.utexas.edu⁠


    "Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"


    This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.


    Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key



    57 min

About Founding Fearless

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Founding Fearless is a podcast to inspire, empower, and support college-aged women on their entrepreneurial and leadership journeys. We created this podcast to uplift female voices through conversations with fellow entrepreneurial students, innovative professors, and other leading pioneers to learn the raw and vulnerable stories behind these trailblazing women.