What does it take to walk away from a 20-year career, rebuild your life from heartbreak, and become the CEO of your own mission?

In this empowering follow-up episode of the TCS WMN Podcast, we welcome back Lauren Furtado, fractional CFO, mother, widow, and force to be reckoned with. After sharing her grief journey in Part 1, Lauren returns to dive into the business side of her transformation—how she left corporate America, built her own firm, and learned to lead with purpose.

🔥 In this episode, we unpack:

✅ The moment Lauren decided to bet on herself—and walk away from comfort

✅ What it's really like to build a business while grieving and solo parenting

✅ The realities of being a woman in male-dominated spaces—and how she owns the room

✅ Why leading with empathy, faith, and authenticity is her superpower

✅ The legacy she's building for her kids—and the impact she's creating for others

Whether you're dreaming about launching something of your own, or simply need a reminder that your story is still being written—Lauren's courage, clarity, and conviction will inspire you to rise.

Your voice belongs in the boardroom, the budget meeting, and everywhere decisions are made. Don't let fear keep you small.

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