Own Your Yes

By Velera Wilson

Own Your Yes provides a space for you to connect with other women and learn from their journeys. We feature successful career women and entrepreneurs who share their struggles and lessons learned on t... more

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How many episodes does Own Your Yes have?

The podcast currently has 21 episodes available.

Own Your Yes episodes:

July 08, 2021 Ep. 21 : Winning by Being True to You w/ Dr. Gail Burgos, Sr. VP of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at First Sentry; CEO of Burgos Consulting LLC
Own Your Yes is a series that provides a space for you to connect with other women and learn from their journeys. This podcast features successful career women and entrepreneurs who share their struggles and lessons learned on the path to success.
Each interview highlights female resilience shown despite real internal and external obstacles - from fear of speaking, to job loss, to everything in between. We are imperfect, ambitious women - and we're committed to owning our YES.
About The Host, Velera Wilson
For almost twenty years she’s generated millions in revenue driving marketing strategy for top Fortune 100 & 500 brands including AT&T and Fiserv. A change agent early in her career, she was the youngest woman to run the Midwest division of a destination management company – securing their first million-dollar contract with Ford Motor Company.
Recognized as a female leader in her industry, Velera was selected to join Money20/20’s RiseUp global accelerator program for women in 2018 and served as the program’s 2019 U.S. Ambassador.
She’s also a LinkedIn Instructor, delivering her marketing expertise digitally on the massive global platform.
From her acclaimed debut book, "You're Absolutely Worth It", to being a contributing writer for Thrive Global, to publishing guides including “Six Steps to Negotiate the Salary You Deserve Without Letting Fear Override,” Velera shows women how to own their worth. Her passion to serve has led Velera to mentor and coach countless women across the country, both on her own and in partnership with organizations such as the American Marketing Association, National Black MBA Association, and INROADS - of which she’s an alumni.
Other Ways To Connect
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/velerawilson
Learn more and submit speaking inquiries at www.velerawilson.com
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31min
June 24, 2021 Ep. 20 : Making Room for Other Women at The Table w/ Cheryl Nash, CEO of Financial Supermarket
Own Your Yes is a series that provides a space for you to connect with other women and learn from their journeys. This podcast features successful career women and entrepreneurs who share their struggles and lessons learned on the path to success.
Each interview highlights female resilience shown despite real internal and external obstacles - from fear of speaking, to job loss, to everything in between. We are imperfect, ambitious women - and we're committed to owning our YES.
About The Host, Velera Wilson
For almost twenty years she’s generated millions in revenue driving marketing strategy for top Fortune 100 & 500 brands including AT&T and Fiserv. A change agent early in her career, she was the youngest woman to run the Midwest division of a destination management company – securing their first million-dollar contract with Ford Motor Company.
Recognized as a female leader in her industry, Velera was selected to join Money20/20’s RiseUp global accelerator program for women in 2018 and served as the program’s 2019 U.S. Ambassador.
She’s also a LinkedIn Instructor, delivering her marketing expertise digitally on the massive global platform.
From her acclaimed debut book, "You're Absolutely Worth It", to being a contributing writer for Thrive Global, to publishing guides including “Six Steps to Negotiate the Salary You Deserve Without Letting Fear Override,” Velera shows women how to own their worth. Her passion to serve has led Velera to mentor and coach countless women across the country, both on her own and in partnership with organizations such as the American Marketing Association, National Black MBA Association, and INROADS - of which she’s an alumni.
Other Ways To Connect
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/velerawilson
Learn more and submit speaking inquiries at www.velerawilson.com
...more
32min
June 17, 2021 Ep. 19 : Taking Risks and Being Rewarded w/ Elena Litani
Own Your Yes is a series that provides a space for you to connect with other women and learn from their journeys. This podcast features successful career women and entrepreneurs who share their struggles and lessons learned on the path to success.
Each interview highlights female resilience shown despite real internal and external obstacles - from fear of speaking, to job loss, to everything in between. We are imperfect, ambitious women - and we're committed to owning our YES.
About The Host, Velera Wilson
For almost twenty years she’s generated millions in revenue driving marketing strategy for top Fortune 100 & 500 brands including AT&T and Fiserv. A change agent early in her career, she was the youngest woman to run the Midwest division of a destination management company – securing their first million-dollar contract with Ford Motor Company.
Recognized as a female leader in her industry, Velera was selected to join Money20/20’s RiseUp global accelerator program for women in 2018 and served as the program’s 2019 U.S. Ambassador.
She’s also a LinkedIn Instructor, delivering her marketing expertise digitally on the massive global platform.
From her acclaimed debut book, "You're Absolutely Worth It", to being a contributing writer for Thrive Global, to publishing guides including “Six Steps to Negotiate the Salary You Deserve Without Letting Fear Override,” Velera shows women how to own their worth. Her passion to serve has led Velera to mentor and coach countless women across the country, both on her own and in partnership with organizations such as the American Marketing Association, National Black MBA Association, and INROADS - of which she’s an alumni.
Other Ways To Connect
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/velerawilson
Learn more and submit speaking inquiries at www.velerawilson.com
...more
25min
June 10, 2021 Ep. 18 : Pursuing Your Passion & Purpose w/ Melissa Powell, Founder/CEO of Pocmi
Own Your Yes is a series that provides a space for you to connect with other women and learn from their journeys. This podcast features successful career women and entrepreneurs who share their struggles and lessons learned on the path to success.
Each interview highlights female resilience shown despite real internal and external obstacles - from fear of speaking, to job loss, to everything in between. We are imperfect, ambitious women - and we're committed to owning our YES.
About The Host, Velera Wilson
For almost twenty years she’s generated millions in revenue driving marketing strategy for top Fortune 100 & 500 brands including AT&T and Fiserv. A change agent early in her career, she was the youngest woman to run the Midwest division of a destination management company – securing their first million-dollar contract with Ford Motor Company.
Recognized as a female leader in her industry, Velera was selected to join Money20/20’s RiseUp global accelerator program for women in 2018 and served as the program’s 2019 U.S. Ambassador.
She’s also a LinkedIn Instructor, delivering her marketing expertise digitally on the massive global platform.
From her acclaimed debut book, "You're Absolutely Worth It", to being a contributing writer for Thrive Global, to publishing guides including “Six Steps to Negotiate the Salary You Deserve Without Letting Fear Override,” Velera shows women how to own their worth. Her passion to serve has led Velera to mentor and coach countless women across the country, both on her own and in partnership with organizations such as the American Marketing Association, National Black MBA Association, and INROADS - of which she’s an alumni.
Other Ways To Connect
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/velerawilson
Learn more and submit speaking inquiries at www.velerawilson.com
...more
31min
June 03, 2021 Ep. 17 : Not Allowing People To Underestimate You w/ Deniz Johnson, COO at Stratyfy
Own Your Yes is a 12 week mini-series that provides a space for you to connect with other women and learn from their journeys. This podcast features successful career women and entrepreneurs who share their struggles and lessons learned on the path to success.
Each interview highlights female resilience shown despite real internal and external obstacles - from fear of speaking, to job loss, to everything in between. We are imperfect, ambitious women - and we're committed to owning our YES.
About The Host, Velera Wilson
For almost twenty years she’s generated millions in revenue driving marketing strategy for top Fortune 100 & 500 brands including AT&T and Fiserv. A change agent early in her career, she was the youngest woman to run the Midwest division of a destination management company – securing their first million-dollar contract with Ford Motor Company.
Recognized as a female leader in her industry, Velera was selected to join Money20/20’s RiseUp global accelerator program for women in 2018 and served as the program’s 2019 U.S. Ambassador.
She’s also a LinkedIn Instructor, delivering her marketing expertise digitally on the massive global platform.
From her acclaimed debut book, "You're Absolutely Worth It", to being a contributing writer for Thrive Global, to publishing guides including “Six Steps to Negotiate the Salary You Deserve Without Letting Fear Override,” Velera shows women how to own their worth. Her passion to serve has led Velera to mentor and coach countless women across the country, both on her own and in partnership with organizations such as the American Marketing Association, National Black MBA Association, and INROADS - of which she’s an alumni.
Other Ways To Connect
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/velerawilson
Learn more and submit speaking inquiries at www.velerawilson.com
...more
31min
May 20, 2021 Ep. 16 : Giving Yourself Permission to Change Direction w/ Tasha Helms, Corporate Executive and Tech Inventor
Own Your Yes is a 12 week mini-series that provides a space for you to connect with other women and learn from their journeys. This podcast   features successful career women and entrepreneurs who share their struggles and lessons learned on the path to success.
Each interview highlights female resilience shown despite real internal and external obstacles - from fear of speaking, to job loss, to everything in between. We are imperfect, ambitious women - and we're committed to owning our YES.
About The Host, Velera Wilson
For almost twenty years she’s generated millions in revenue driving marketing strategy for top Fortune 100 & 500 brands including AT&T and Fiserv. A change agent early in her career, she was the    youngest woman to run the Midwest division of a destination management company – securing their first million-dollar contract with Ford Motor Company.
Recognized as a female leader in her industry, Velera was selected to join Money20/20’s RiseUp global accelerator program for women in 2018 and served as the program’s 2019 U.S. Ambassador.
She’s also a LinkedIn Instructor, delivering her marketing expertise digitally on the massive global platform.
From her acclaimed debut book, "You're Absolutely Worth It", to being a contributing writer for Thrive Global, to publishing guides including “Six Steps to Negotiate the Salary You Deserve Without   Letting Fear Override,” Velera shows women how to own their worth. Her passion to serve has led Velera to mentor and coach countless women   across the country, both on her own and in partnership with organizations such as the American Marketing Association, National   Black MBA Association, and INROADS - of which she’s an alumni.
Other Ways To Connect
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/velerawilson
Learn more and submit speaking inquiries at www.velerawilson.com
...more
31min
May 13, 2021 Ep. 15 : The Courage to Start Again After Failure with Octavia Conner, CEO of Say Yes to Profits
Own Your Yes is a 12 week mini-series that provides a space for you to connect with other women and learn from their journeys. This podcast features successful career women and entrepreneurs who share their struggles and lessons learned on the path to success.
Each interview highlights female resilience shown despite real internal and external obstacles - from fear of speaking, to job loss, to everything in between. We are imperfect, ambitious women - and we're committed to owning our YES.
About The Host, Velera Wilson
For almost twenty years she’s generated millions in revenue driving marketing strategy for top Fortune 100 & 500 brands including AT&T and Fiserv. A change agent early in her career, she was the youngest woman to run the Midwest division of a destination management company – securing their first million-dollar contract with Ford Motor Company.
Recognized as a female leader in her industry, Velera was selected to join Money20/20’s RiseUp global accelerator program for women in 2018 and served as the program’s 2019 U.S. Ambassador.
She’s also a LinkedIn Instructor, delivering her marketing expertise digitally on the massive global platform.
From her acclaimed debut book, "You're Absolutely Worth It", to being a contributing writer for Thrive Global, to publishing guides including “Six Steps to Negotiate the Salary You Deserve Without Letting Fear Override,” Velera shows women how to own their worth. Her passion to serve has led Velera to mentor and coach countless women across the country, both on her own and in partnership with organizations such as the American Marketing Association, National Black MBA Association, and INROADS - of which she’s an alumni.
Other Ways To Connect
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/velerawilson
Learn more and submit speaking inquiries at www.velerawilson.com
...more
28min
May 06, 2021 Ep. 14 : Believing in Yourself When Others Don't with Stephanie Giunta, Marketing Manager at Global Payments Integrated
Own Your Yes is a 12 week mini-series that provides a space for you to connect with other women and learn from their journeys. This podcast features successful career women and entrepreneurs who share their struggles and lessons learned on the path to success.
Each interview highlights female resilience shown despite real internal and external obstacles - from fear of speaking, to job loss, to everything in between. We are imperfect, ambitious women - and we're   committed to owning our YES.
About The Host, Velera Wilson
For almost twenty years she’s generated millions in revenue driving marketing strategy for top Fortune 100 & 500 brands including AT&T and Fiserv. A change agent early in her career, she was the   youngest woman to run the Midwest division of a destination management company – securing their first million-dollar contract with Ford Motor Company.
Recognized as a female leader in her industry, Velera was selected to join Money20/20’s RiseUp global accelerator program for women in 2018   and served as the program’s 2019 U.S. Ambassador.
She’s also a LinkedIn Instructor, delivering her marketing expertise digitally on the massive global platform.
From her acclaimed debut book, "You're Absolutely Worth It", to being a contributing writer for Thrive Global, to publishing guides including “Six Steps to Negotiate the Salary You Deserve Without Letting Fear Override,” Velera shows women how to own their worth. Her passion to serve has led Velera to mentor and coach countless women across the country, both on her own and in partnership with organizations such as the American Marketing Association, National Black MBA Association, and INROADS - of which she’s an alumni.
Other Ways To Connect
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/velerawilson
Learn more and submit speaking inquiries at www.velerawilson.com
...more
32min
April 29, 2021 Ep. 13 : Fertility & Womanhood with Shemina Jiwani, COO at AscendantFX
Own Your Yes is a 12 week mini-series that provides a space for you to connect with other women and learn from their journeys. This podcast features successful career women and entrepreneurs who share their struggles and lessons learned on the path to success.
Each interview highlights female resilience shown despite real internal and external obstacles - from fear of speaking, to job loss, to everything in between. We are imperfect, ambitious women - and we're committed to owning our YES.
About The Host, Velera Wilson
For almost twenty years she’s generated millions in revenue driving marketing strategy for top Fortune 100 & 500 brands including AT&T and Fiserv. A change agent early in her career, she was the youngest woman to run the Midwest division of a destination management company – securing their first million-dollar contract with Ford Motor Company.
Recognized as a female leader in her industry, Velera was selected to join Money20/20’s RiseUp global accelerator program for women in 2018 and served as the program’s 2019 U.S. Ambassador.
She’s also a LinkedIn Instructor, delivering her marketing expertise digitally on the massive global platform.
From her acclaimed debut book, "You're Absolutely Worth It", to being a contributing writer for Thrive Global, to publishing guides including “Six Steps to Negotiate the Salary You Deserve Without Letting Fear Override,” Velera shows women how to own their worth. Her passion to serve has led Velera to mentor and coach countless women across the country, both on her own and in partnership with organizations such as the American Marketing Association, National Black MBA Association, and INROADS - of which she’s an alumni.
Other Ways To Connect
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/velerawilson
Learn more and submit speaking inquiries at www.velerawilson.com
...more
31min
April 22, 2021 Ep. 12 : Being Your Best Radical Self with Lisha Bell, Lead Product Manager at PayPal
Own Your Yes is a 12 week mini-series that provides a space for you to connect with other women and learn from their journeys. This podcast features successful career women and entrepreneurs who share their struggles and lessons learned on the path to success.
Each interview highlights female resilience shown despite real internal and external obstacles - from fear of speaking, to job loss, to everything in between. We are imperfect, ambitious women - and we're committed to owning our YES.
About The Host, Velera Wilson
For almost twenty years she’s generated millions in revenue driving marketing strategy for top Fortune 100 & 500 brands including AT&T and Fiserv. A change agent early in her career, she was the youngest woman to run the Midwest division of a destination management company – securing their first million-dollar contract with Ford Motor Company.
Recognized as a female leader in her industry, Velera was selected to join Money20/20’s RiseUp global accelerator program for women in 2018 and served as the program’s 2019 U.S. Ambassador.
She’s also a LinkedIn Instructor, delivering her marketing expertise digitally on the massive global platform.
From her acclaimed debut book, "You're Absolutely Worth It", to being a contributing writer for Thrive Global, to publishing guides including “Six Steps to Negotiate the Salary You Deserve Without Letting Fear Override,” Velera shows women how to own their worth. Her passion to serve has led Velera to mentor and coach countless women across the country, both on her own and in partnership with organizations such as the American Marketing Association, National Black MBA Association, and INROADS - of which she’s an alumni.
Other Ways To Connect
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/velerawilson
Learn more and submit speaking inquiries at www.velerawilson.com
...more
32min

FAQs about Own Your Yes:

How many episodes does Own Your Yes have?

The podcast currently has 21 episodes available.