In this episode of Madame Founder, I sit down with Sarah Gormley, the visionary behind Sarah Gormley Gallery and author of her upcoming memoir, “The Order of Things: A Memoir About Chasing Joy.”  A former executive at IMAX, Adobe, and Girl Scouts of America, Sarah describes how bigger, fancier job titles and making more money, didn’t necessarily equate to “the fix” she was searching for.  I was so inspired to hear about her journey from small-town farm girl to big-city boss and how she shed the “corporate ick” to find fulfillment in opening her own art gallery.  Sarah has embraced a life centered on kindness, blazed a trail of self-discovery, and done some tough inner work. Join us as Sarah reveals how she became a "Broker of Joy" and the life lessons that guided her path.

In this episode of Madame Founder, Christa chats with Fran Hauser, best-selling author of The Myth of the Nice Girl and Embrace the Work, Love Your Career and a leading voice for women in business. Fran shares how embracing NICEness, rather than seeing it as a weakness, has fueled her success as a top performer and risk-taker.  In fact, it’s her superpower! Together, they discuss balancing ambition with humanity, overcoming fears, and supporting the next generation of female leaders (and would-be authors). Tune in for a candid conversation about being intentional in decision making, showing up authentically, taking bold steps, and leading with kindness in both business and life.

From her “obsession with the idea of home” to the ottoman that started it all, founder of Kathy Kuo Home, Kathy Kuo joins me for episode 3 of Madame Founder to discuss her early days of entrepreneurship, the benefits of bootstrapping, and why you should hire moms.  You’ll also hear how she’s carved out “special time” for her kids.  From wearing every hat in the company to instilling grace and humanity in leadership, this episode is full of insights for entrepreneurs looking to grow with purpose.

Tune in for episode two of "Female Founder Friday," where Christa interviews her sister and co-CEO of The Lumistella Company, Chanda Bell. Join them as they discuss their personal past, the dynamics of working together as sisters, and their journey as moms balancing faith, family, and dedication to their work. Discover how these values have shaped their path to success!

Christa Pitt's inaugural "Female Founder Friday" podcast episode featuring Kris Pinto, a trailblazing CEO in digital marketing. Gain valuable insights into entrepreneurship, leadership, and overcoming challenges as a woman in business. Don't miss out on this empowering resource for aspiring CEOs and women entrepreneurs!