Inside Source

MK Hennigan, founder of In the Curious Kitchen, went from a decades-long career in corporate sales to launching her own business during the uncertainties of the pandemic. Her Southern roots, love for family traditions, and entrepreneurial spirit led to the creation of a unique line of products inspired by cherished family recipes. Listen as MK opens up about overcoming fear, the importance of authenticity, and the challenges and joys of being a small business owner.

In this special episode of Inside Source, our very own Katy Hedglin breaks down the origin story of The Source and gives a glimpse into her 15-year journey at BankPlus, her role in developing The Source, and the challenges and triumphs of being a working mom. A lot happened behind the scenes while creating a women's network that flourished beyond expectations, and Katy’s unique position at BankPlus proved she was the perfect person for the job.

In this episode of Inside Source, host Mary Straton Smith welcomes Kristi Brown, a regional economic development consultant with TVA and a life and leadership coach with Upside Browns. Kristi shares her unique journey, balancing her dual roles, and delves into her passion for helping communities and individuals thrive. Listen as Kristi discusses the importance of overcoming adversity, leveraging emotional intelligence, and the value of intentional connections. Gain insights on navigating male-dominated industries, combating imposter syndrome, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. Join us for an inspiring conversation filled with practical advice and heartfelt wisdom.

Elizabeth Randall’s career journey has taken her from the Mississippi Delta to New York City and back, leading her to found Randall Commercial Group in Oxford. #InsideSource invited Elizabeth to discuss her early inspiration for entrepreneurship, embracing a non-linear path to success, and how she finds fulfillment in serving her community.

With more than two decades of experience working to improve the quality of life for people with limited financial resources, Aisha Nyandoro is a leader in the campaign to end generational poverty. She is the founding CEO of Springboard To Opportunities, a nonprofit that helps affordable housing residents reach their life goals. Aisha talks with Inside Source about “disrupting” poverty, living generously, and the gift of financial breathing room.

Each generation brings unique strengths and insights to the workplace, but it’s not always easy to get on the same page. Collaboration not only strengthens team cohesion but encourages employees to appreciate the knowledge and experience both older and younger coworkers. Sara Yates of HORNE LLP talks with Inside Source about bridging age gaps, enhancing communication and different social media approaches for each.

The Source believes when women are empowered, communities thrive, and few people have a more unique perspective on this than Stevie Phillips with Cooperative Energy. The wife of an entrepreneur herself, Stevie talks to Inside Source about women’s unique economic perspectives, the importance of her male allies, and how her personal life has helped her professionally. 

Dr. Rani Warsi Sullivan is an award-winning leader in STEM at a top-ranked engineering university, a brilliant career woman, and a working mom who still makes time for her passion as a lifelong learner. Inside Source sat down with Dr. Sullivan as she both reflects back on her career and looks forward to her continuing work in groundbreaking research, collaborating with colleagues, and remaining a trusted mentor to her students.

Many women have a complicated relationship with their healthcare and healthcare providers. Channeling her passion for healing others with functional medicine, Kelly Engelmann, FNP-BC, founded Enhanced Wellness Living after dedicating years to researching and developing treatment strategies using a food-first approach. Inside Source talked with Kelly about women’s specific healthcare needs, being a lifetime learner, and how wellness takes many forms.

Change is the only constant in digital marketing, and staying up-to-date with our strategies is crucial to remain competitive in the dynamic landscape of the digital marketplace. Inside Source sat down with our very own web guru, Bo Pentecost, to discuss the savvier and smarter end user, the difference between SEO and SEM, and whether email marketing is still effective.