When I founded Create & Cultivate back in 2010, my goal was to create an intentional space for the next generation of creatives, entrepreneurs, CEOs, and leaders to spark conversation, collaborate on their passions, and enhance their businesses. What started as a networking event to connect like-minded women, soon grew into a multi-platform media and events company providing modern working women with content, community, and tools to create & cultivate the career of their dreams. And as our community grows, we grow with them. Which is why I'm so excited to introduce our new CEO Kate Spies. She’s a powerhouse media executive with a track-record for growing brands, connecting audiences, and has found a niche for stepping in when female founders are ready to take their businesses to the next level. She’s bringing her incredible expertise to further Create & Cultivate’s impact on the workplace, and what it means to be the brand. So without further ado, welcome to the WorkParty Kate!

 

In this episode we talk about:
• Her path from fashion, to digital media, to women's lifestyle, and more!
• The best way to keep growing and learning on your way to the top
• Her leadership must-haves: transparency, collaboration, and innovation
• How businesses can and should evolve and shift over time
• Why moving from Sydney to NY was the most rewarding risk she ever took
• How to find an impactful mentor you trust and look up to
• Table stakes of being a CEO in 2022
• What attracted her to Create & Cultivate
• Why she will only work at a mission-driven company
• Her plans for the future of Create & Cultivate

 

Sponsors:

• Zencastr |  Interested in sponsoring this show or podcast ads for your business? Go to zen.ai/party and fill out the contact information so Zencastr can help you, bring your business story to life.
• Printfresh | Head to printfresh.com/workparty or use code PARTY for 15% off your first order!

• Visit Shopify.com/party for a free 14 day trial and get full access to Shopify's entire suite of features.

 

Resources:

• To join the WorkParty click HERE
• To connect with Kate Spies click HERE
• To connect with Jaclyn Johnson click HERE
• To follow along with Creat

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