Leading from the heart--what it is and how to do it--is the

Curious, intense, candid, vulnerable and fun, Sherri exemplifies the courage, conviction and groundedness it takes to be truly authentic as a leader.

She shares how her childhood of hanging drywall and using power tools taught her the value of hard work.

She also talks about making the hard choice to leave corporate consulting to follow her calling. 

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This episode is a masterclass in how to succeed with

Andrea possesses a confidence and clarity that is both humbling and

There are so many tips for being kick-ass, so be prepared

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With a captivating Irish brogue and audacious "let's see" approach to risk, Sarah Moriarty shares stories of a multi-countried and multi-cultural life. Arriving in Charleston in 2021 and now serving as Executive Director of the Charleston Literary Festival, she talks about the challenges and joys of culture shock, the healing power of nature and the unexpected connections between Charleston, Dublin and Berlin.

Sarah also speaks intimately about the power of simple words of affirmation and how even the tiniest of children can be role models.

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In this vulnerable, powerful episode, Janeen Bryant reflects on

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Award-winning author of 3 novels, The Iguana Tree (2012), Border

In this episode, Michel talks about turning our kryptonite

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Get ready for a "run through the sprinkler!"

Audra Toussaint, Director of Support at Orijin, a public benefits corporation dedicated to providing educational tablets to incarcerated individuals, serves as the President of the Board of Directors for the Umbrella Center Foundation, where she is working to establish a Family Justice Center in Mecklenburg County, NC.

A domestic violence survivor, Audra shares how she moved from victim to survivor and thriver, discusses the power of vulnerability and forgiveness, and considers the gifts that imperfect parents offer their children.

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Find Audra on LinkedIn @audra toussaint, mba and through www.umbrellacenter.org.

Monique Perry-Graves is a model for being both bold and intentionally self-reflective.

The first statewide Executive Director for Teach for America North Carolina and now new CEO of Road to Hire, Dr. Graves speaks to the powerful combination of high expectations and support, the potency of boldly seeking out and asking for what you want, and her clarity of purpose--Lift.

She shares how risk is relative and how the Carolinas set the standard for community collaboration. 

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The willingness to speak truth to power grounds this conversation with Laura Yates Clark, currently President of the Foundation for the Carolinas. Community-builder and change-maker in Charlotte NC, Laura discusses the importance of women supporting women, the risks and rewards of navigating uncharted waters as a leader, and how a good laugh always lightens her load. Join us now for this kick-ass conversation!

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Kick-Ass Women of the Carolinas features dynamic, deeply connecting conversations with phenomenal women who are reshaping the narrative of success for women and girls of the Carolinas. Betsy Fleming, South Carolina native, museum director, college president and executive coach, dives in with these powerhouse women to understand how they navigate work and life on their own terms, with authenticity and without apology.  Tune in to discover new role models and gain inspiration.