A rising sport, a three-time champion, and a community that turns winter into a season of possibility—this conversation with Macie Elliott is a masterclass in how paddle tennis blends strategy, resilience, and partnership. 

Join Annie as she talk through Macie's early roots playing tennis with her family in Evansville, Indiana,  to her Division 1 tennis career at SMU and into paddle, where she has found the sweet spot where the screens rewrite shot selection and patience outplays power. 

We delve into the mental side of the game and how racquet sports build resilience and determination. You'll love her take on accountability and composure—and her habit of reflection and adjustment. Strategy fans get a window into patterns, tempo shifts, and why the screens create both more strengths and more weaknesses to exploit.

We also face the access question head-on. Paddle’s reputation as a country club sport isn’t about culture, it’s about cost. Macie points to public facilities like Cleveland’s model, youth clinics, streaming, and regional camps as the levers that can expand the map across the colder half of the country. 

Whether you’re a seasoned player or screen-curious, you’ll leave with tools for better shot choices, stronger partnerships, and a steadier mind under pressure. Join us at Canoe Brook March 6–8, cheer on the women’s draw, and help grow the game. If this conversation resonates, follow the show, share with your team, and leave a quick review to help more listeners find us.

About R. Seelaus & Co., Inc.

R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. was founded in 1984 by Richard Seelaus, originally as a municipal bond broker-dealer. The firm has since become a certified women's business enterprise ("WBE") and has grown into a full-service financial firm that is mission driven in its commitment to creating more opportunities for women in the financial services. R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. and its subsidiaries offer investment advisory, asset management, capital markets, brokerage, fixed income and equity trading, institutional sales, leveraged finance and insurance services. The R. Seelaus & Co., LLC subsidiary is a broker dealer registered with the SEC and member of FINRA, and the subsidiary Seelaus Asset Management, LLC, is an SEC Registered Investment Advisor ("RIA"). With various fixed income trading desks and more than seventy professionals, both entities serve individuals, families, public and private companies, non-profit organizations, and institutional investors. The firm has offices in NJ, CT, New Jersey, Connecticut, Illinois, South Carolina, and Massachusetts.

For more information about R. Seelaus & Co., and its subsidiaries visit www.rseelaus.com

On this episode, we welcome Sheryl Ann Syby, Assistant Vice President of Women's and Children's Services at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center.  Sheryl has over 35 years of nursing experience, specializing in women's and children's health including pediatric care, OB Clinic, Family Centered Care, and Neonatal intensive Care unit. This is one of the topics that is near and dear to our hearts at Seelaus.  Sheryl's career journey has given her a front lines of the myriad issues that women and babies face and how the medical community is evolving to address their most critical needs including a Centering program for women that empowers women to advocate for themselves. 

About Sheryl Syby

Sheryl has over 35 years of nursing experience, specializing in women’s and children’s health. Prior to joining CBMC in 2024, she worked at Holy Name Medical Center as Director of Women’s and Children’s Services. More recently, Sheryl worked as the Assistant Vice President of Nursing at Hudson Regional Hospital. There she obtained operational experience broadened by her work in various clinical areas, including emergency medicine, perioperative services, case management, emergency management, security, and hospital education. Sheryl has a bachelor’s degree from Farleigh Dickinson University and her master’s degree in Leadership/Administration from Aspen University.

About Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center (CBMC) is a fully accredited acute care hospital and offers a comprehensive array of services including advanced cancer care, sophisticated neurology and neurosurgery services including a neuro-interventional lab and cardiac care featuring three cardiac catheterization labs.

About R. Seelaus & Co., Inc.

R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. was founded in 1984 by Richard Seelaus, originally as a municipal bond broker-dealer. The firm has since become a certified women's business enterprise ("WBE") and has grown into a full-service financial firm that is mission driven in its commitment to creating more opportunities for women in the financial services. R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. and its subsidiaries offer investment advisory, asset management, capital markets, brokerage, fixed income and equity trading, institutional sales, leveraged finance and insurance services. The R. Seelaus & Co., LLC subsidiary is a broker dealer registered with the SEC and member of FINRA, and the subsidiary Seelaus Asset Management, LLC, is an SEC Registered Investment Advisor ("RIA"). With various fixed income trading desks and more than seventy professionals, both entities serve individuals, families, public and private companies, non-profit organizations, and institutional investors. The firm has offices in NJ, CT, New Jersey, Connecticut, Illinois, South Carolina, and Massachusetts.

For more information about R. Seelaus & Co., and its subsidiaries visit www.rseelaus.com

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On this episode we welcomed the fabulous Genevieve Bellaire, Founder and CEO of Realworld, a tech startup designed to assist Gen-Z in transitioning to adulthood. Realworld offers guidance on various life topics often overlooked in school, such as finances, healthcare, and taxes.  

Genevieve says that when she started Realworld, she wasn’t trying to build a startup, she was trying to solve a personal problem: Why is life as an adult so overwhelming? She shares anecdotes about the challenges and triumphs she has faced along the way, underscoring the importance of adaptability in the rapidly changing tech landscape and how she and her team are leveraging AI and the multitude of ways that it can be incorporated into the tool.  Hear about the evolution of Realworld from its inception as a comprehensive educational platform to its current state as an innovative AI-driven app. 

Annie delves into Genevieve’s vision for the future, exploring how Realworld plans to expand its offerings and further empower young adults to navigate the complexities of modern life with confidence and ease.

Tune in to hear about the entrepreneurial spirit that drives Genevieve and her team, as well as valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to make their mark. Whether you're a recent graduate, a young professional, or simply interested in innovative solutions for adulthood, this episode promises to be both enlightening and inspiring!!

About Genevieve Bellaire

About Realword

About R. Seelaus & Co., Inc.

R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. was founded in 1984 by Richard Seelaus, originally as a municipal bond broker-dealer. The firm has since become a certified women's business enterprise ("WBE") and has grown into a full-service financial firm that is mission driven in its commitment to creating more opportunities for women in the financial services. R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. and its subsidiaries offer investment advisory, asset management, capital markets, brokerage, fixed income and equity trading, institutional sales, leveraged finance and insurance services. The R. Seelaus & Co., LLC subsidiary is a broker dealer registered with the SEC and member of FINRA, and the subsidiary Seelaus Asset Management, LLC, is an SEC Registered Investment Advisor ("RIA"). With various fixed income trading desks and more than seventy professionals, both entities serve individuals, families, public and private companies, non-profit organizations, and institutional investors. The firm has offices in NJ, CT, New Jersey, Connecticut, Illinois, South Carolina, and Massachusetts.

For more information about R. Seelaus & Co., and its subsidiaries visit www.rseelaus.com

On this episode, we welcome Judy Brucia and Meg Freer, Co-Founders of JM Move Managers and Moving Forward Warehouse. JM Move Managers was established after Judy and Meg assisted their own families in downsizing to more suitable homes as they aged. They recognized the stress that comes with moving and identified a significant need to support families in this untapped market.

Now, with a dedicated team of over 15 employees, JM Move Managers collaborates closely with families to help them make informed decisions, develop plans, and manage the entire moving process.

This venture marks a second chapter for both Judy and Meg, who previously spent over 20 years as stay-at-home moms raising their children. Their journey is a remarkable tale of recognizing a need and, through grassroots and organic growth, transforming it into a thriving business that offers valuable services and warehouse capabilities.

Tune in to discover how Judy and Meg turned their personal experiences into a successful business and how they continue to positively influence the lives of many... and they are just getting started.

About JM Move Managers

JM Move Managers was founded to assist families in downsizing as their needs change with age. They aim to alleviate the stress of moving by collaborating closely with families to make informed decisions, create a comprehensive plan, and manage the entire process. Their passion is to ensure smooth transitions to new homes while minimizing the chaos typically associated with moving.

About Moving Forward Warehouse

Moving Forward Warehouse (MFW) is a non-profit furniture and home goods thrift store. Our mission is to transform donated furniture into support for those in need, helping create homes with care and comfort. MFW values sustainability and believes community involvement is the key to providing hope. 

About JM Move Managers

JM Move Managers was founded to assist families in downsizing as their needs change with age. They aim to alleviate the stress of moving by collaborating closely with families to make informed decisions, create a comprehensive plan, and manage the entire process. Their passion is to ensure smooth transitions to new homes while minimizing the chaos typically associated with moving.

About Moving Forward Warehouse

Moving Forward Warehouse (MFW) is a non-profit furniture and home goods thrift store. Our mission is to transform donated furniture into support for those in need, helping create homes with care and comfort. MFW values sustainability

About R. Seelaus & Co., Inc.

R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. was founded in 1984 by Richard Seelaus, originally as a municipal bond broker-dealer. The firm has since become a certified women's business enterprise ("WBE") and has grown into a full-service financial firm that is mission driven in its commitment to creating more opportunities for women in the financial services. R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. and its subsidiaries offer investment advisory, asset management, capital markets, brokerage, fixed income and equity trading, institutional sales, leveraged finance and insurance services. The R. Seelaus & Co., LLC subsidiary is a broker dealer registered with the SEC and member of FINRA, and the subsidiary Seelaus Asset Management, LLC, is an SEC Registered Investment Advisor ("RIA"). With various fixed income trading desks and more than seventy professionals, both entities serve individuals, families, public and private companies, non-profit organizations, and institutional investors. The firm has offices in NJ, CT, New Jersey, Connecticut, Illinois, South Carolina, and Massachusetts.

For more information about R. Seelaus & Co., and its subsidiaries visit www.rseelaus.com

Join us for an extra special episode of SEE Change with special guest, Angelina Vivolo Cicala. Angelina is a three-time Emmy Award-winning executive producer and director, Principal of AVC Productions, LLC, entrepreneur, advocate for women in television, and Founder of TellHerVision, mother of two amazing children and creator of a new TV series, "America's Next CEO".

Angelina's story is one of determination, passion, and a quest to level the playing field for women in television production. From her early days as an intern and her first big break, to starting her own production company and founding TellHerVision, all while raising two small children at home, Angelina is leading a SEE Change in the industry and setting an example of what is possible when you find a career that you love and are determined to make an impact.

We were fortunate to meet Angelina through her daughter, Alexandra Cicala. Alexandra was a Seelaus intern this summer and is a rising Junior at St. John's University, an entrepreneur, Girls Who Invest Alum, and Founder of Financially Lit. Alexandra joins us for part of the conversation to talk about how she found her way to Seelaus and what it is like growing up with such an incredible mom as a role model.

About Angelina Cicala

Angelina Cicala is a three-time Emmy Award-winning executive producer and writer, winner of the prestigious Edward R. Murrow Award for Investigative Reporting and entrepreneurial go-getter. A native New Yorker, she began her career at WNBC-TV, WABC-TV, and WCBS-TV, earning seven Emmy nominations while producing various news segments. She co-founded Daily HealthFeed, providing medical news to over forty stations, and now runs AVC Productions, LLC. Angelina has created and produced multiple TV shows, including the award-winning series “Best Places to Live” and “Say I Do, NYC.”

About R. Seelaus & Co., Inc.

R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. was founded in 1984 by Richard Seelaus, originally as a municipal bond broker-dealer. The firm has since become a certified women's business enterprise ("WBE") and has grown into a full-service financial firm that is mission driven in its commitment to creating more opportunities for women in the financial services. R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. and its subsidiaries offer investment advisory, asset management, capital markets, brokerage, fixed income and equity trading, institutional sales, leveraged finance and insurance services. The R. Seelaus & Co., LLC subsidiary is a broker dealer registered with the SEC and member of FINRA, and the subsidiary Seelaus Asset Management, LLC, is an SEC Registered Investment Advisor ("RIA"). With various fixed income trading desks and more than seventy professionals, both entities serve individuals, families, public and private companies, non-profit organizations, and institutional investors. The firm has offices in NJ, CT, New Jersey, Connecticut, Illinois, South Carolina, and Massachusetts.

For more information about R. Seelaus & Co., and its subsidiaries visit www.rseelaus.com

We are thrilled to welcome Leslie Zane, to this episode of SEE Change. Zane is the President and Founder of Triggers® Brand Consulting ® and Author of the acclaimed book, 'The Power of Instinct.  Zane is an award-winning marketer, a TEDx speaker, and a leading authority on leveraging the instinctive mind to boost brand and business growth.  

Zane’s ideas about behavioral science and marketing were dismissed early on but she didn't let that stop her. In 1995 she founded Triggers®, the first brand consulting firm rooted in behavioral science and, together with her team, cracked the code on accelerating brand growth.  Join Annie for a fascinating conversation on Zane's groundbreaking book and how it challenges conventional wisdom in business and brand building. Zane says the old rules were based on the premise that the conscious mind drives decisions. But now that we know the unconscious mind is king, it’s time for a new rulebook – one that works with the mind instead of against it. 

Leslie Zane is an award-winning marketer, a TEDx speaker, and a leading authority on leveraging the instinctive mind to boost brand and business growth. Like many trailblazers, her innovative ideas faced skepticism in the early days. In 1995, she established Triggers®, the first brand consulting firm grounded in behavioral science, and, along with her team, successfully unlocked the secrets to accelerating brand growth.

Over the past 25 years, her firm has generated more than $25 billion in incremental revenue growth for Fortune 100 clients.

Zane's impressive background includes education from Yale, Harvard Business School, and professional experience with Bain & Company and P&G. She has received accolades such as the Congressional Women of Distinction and the Ogilvy Award. Her insights and work have been featured in prestigious publications, including Knowledge@Wharton, Harvard Business Review, the World Economic Forum, and Newsweek, among others.

About R. Seelaus & Co., Inc.

R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. was founded in 1984 by Richard Seelaus, originally as a municipal bond broker-dealer. The firm has since become a certified women's business enterprise ("WBE") and has grown into a full-service financial firm that is mission driven in its commitment to creating more opportunities for women in the financial services. R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. and its subsidiaries offer investment advisory, asset management, capital markets, brokerage, fixed income and equity trading, institutional sales, leveraged finance and insurance services. The R. Seelaus & Co., LLC subsidiary is a broker dealer registered with the SEC and member of FINRA, and the subsidiary Seelaus Asset Management, LLC, is an SEC Registered Investment Advisor ("RIA"). With various fixed income trading desks and more than seventy professionals, both entities serve individuals, families, public and private companies, non-profit organizations, and institutional investors. The firm has offices in NJ, CT, New Jersey, Connecticut, Illinois, South Carolina, and Massachusetts.

For more information about R. Seelaus & Co., and its subsidiaries visit www.rseelaus.com

We are excited to introduce our new series within the SEE Change Podcast dedicated to telling the stories of the next generation of changemakers and trailblazers - Welcome to SEEDing Change with Annie Seelaus. 

This series will explore the narratives and unique viewpoints of rising Gen Z and Gen Alpha girls and young women who are eager to make a difference and who feel empowered to do so!  Each episode will celebrate the creativity, resilience, and remarkable ability of youth to dream big and foster meaningful transformation. 

Our goal is to inspire and uplift our listeners by showcasing the voices of young women who are already effecting change. 

In our inaugural episode, join our host, Annie Seelaus, as she interviews her vibrant and enthusiastic niece, Alice Seelaus, offering a fresh perspective on important topics. Discover how the world appears through the eyes of a young girl growing up in the world today and how she is charting her own course for the future. 

Prepare for important discussions, touching stories, and an abundance of eye opening perspective as we learn what it’s like to be growing up today.

Don't miss out—subscribe now and become part of the conversation that is shaping the future!

About R. Seelaus & Co., Inc.

R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. was founded in 1984 by Richard Seelaus, originally as a municipal bond broker-dealer. The firm has since become a certified women's business enterprise ("WBE") and has grown into a full-service financial firm that is mission driven in its commitment to creating more opportunities for women in the financial services. R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. and its subsidiaries offer investment advisory, asset management, capital markets, brokerage, fixed income and equity trading, institutional sales, leveraged finance and insurance services. The R. Seelaus & Co., LLC subsidiary is a broker dealer registered with the SEC and member of FINRA, and the subsidiary Seelaus Asset Management, LLC, is an SEC Registered Investment Advisor ("RIA"). With various fixed income trading desks and more than seventy professionals, both entities serve individuals, families, public and private companies, non-profit organizations, and institutional investors. The firm has offices in NJ, CT, New Jersey, Connecticut, Illinois, South Carolina, and Massachusetts.

For more information about R. Seelaus & Co., and its subsidiaries visit www.rseelaus.com

On this episode, we welcome guest, Kate Veronneau, Director of Women’s Strategy at Zwift, the interactive cycling platform that mimics real-world cycling, via a turbo trainer or exercise bike and a screen. Zwift has revolutionized indoor cycling, offering a host of training options to get people fit.

In this lively conversation, Annie and Kate talk about Kate's journey to Zwift and how she has catapulted women’s professional cycling to the main stage. She was vital in creating the partnership with Zwift announcing a four-year title sponsorship of the eight-stage Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, the first multiday women’s Tour de France since the 1980s.
 
Learn more about how Zwift’s awesome platform and their community of cyclists who have completely disrupted the way women engage, train, and compete in women’s cycling. 

About Kate Veronneau:

Kate Veronneau has built an unconventional career in sports, transitioning from a college basketball player at Brown University to a professional cyclist. After facing challenges in women's cycling, she returned to the workforce, holding roles at GSI Commerce and Vanguard before becoming Marketing Director at Thomson Bike Tours. In 2016, she joined Zwift, where she launched Zwift Academy, a virtual tryout program for women's pro cycling. The initiative gained significant media attention and supported Zwift’s commitment to women’s cycling. As Director of Women’s Strategy, Kate played a key role in launching the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift in 2022, marking a milestone for women's cycling with record global viewership.

About Zwift:  Zwift is an online cycling game that enables you to link your turbo trainer or smart bike to your computer, iPad, iPhone or Apple TV, letting you ride or race with other cyclists in a virtual environment.  Zwift takes power data from your turbo trainer or smart bike and converts it into speed on the virtual road your avatar is riding on, using your weight to calculate watts per kilo and taking into account the virtual gradient you're tackling. As well as competing against other riders in Zwift races and time trials, it also offers specific training sessions and workouts designed by professional coaches, as well as group rides that you can participate in with other riders. To learn more go to: www.zwift.com

#seelaus #wbe #zwift #femmeaveczwift #tourdefrance #womenscycling #womensprocycling #community #virtualcycling #zwiftac

About R. Seelaus & Co., Inc.

R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. was founded in 1984 by Richard Seelaus, originally as a municipal bond broker-dealer. The firm has since become a certified women's business enterprise ("WBE") and has grown into a full-service financial firm that is mission driven in its commitment to creating more opportunities for women in the financial services. R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. and its subsidiaries offer investment advisory, asset management, capital markets, brokerage, fixed income and equity trading, institutional sales, leveraged finance and insurance services. The R. Seelaus & Co., LLC subsidiary is a broker dealer registered with the SEC and member of FINRA, and the subsidiary Seelaus Asset Management, LLC, is an SEC Registered Investment Advisor ("RIA"). With various fixed income trading desks and more than seventy professionals, both entities serve individuals, families, public and private companies, non-profit organizations, and institutional investors. The firm has offices in NJ, CT, New Jersey, Connecticut, Illinois, South Carolina, and Massachusetts.

For more information about R. Seelaus & Co., and its subsidiaries visit www.rseelaus.com

Join us for a timely conversation with Rosie Taravella, Regional Chief Executive Officer of the American Red Cross, New Jersey Region on the immediate disaster response and ongoing aid that is needed in the multiple states impacted by both Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. 

At the time of this recording there were still 200,000 homes without power and 90+ people unaccounted for.  Hear from Rosie on the extent of the damage from flooding in N.C. and TN to the strong winds and tornadoes that tore through the eastern part of FL.  And how ARC works with local and federal agencies along with local non-profits to support those in need.

Check this out to learn more about how people can help and what is still needed. 

About Rosie Taravella
About American Red Cross
To donate to the ARC Relief Efforts 

#disasterrelief #disasterresponse #hurricanehelene #hurricanemilton #americanredcross #donate #resilient #leadership #giveblood #wbe #women

About R. Seelaus & Co., Inc.

R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. was founded in 1984 by Richard Seelaus, originally as a municipal bond broker-dealer. The firm has since become a certified women's business enterprise ("WBE") and has grown into a full-service financial firm that is mission driven in its commitment to creating more opportunities for women in the financial services. R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. and its subsidiaries offer investment advisory, asset management, capital markets, brokerage, fixed income and equity trading, institutional sales, leveraged finance and insurance services. The R. Seelaus & Co., LLC subsidiary is a broker dealer registered with the SEC and member of FINRA, and the subsidiary Seelaus Asset Management, LLC, is an SEC Registered Investment Advisor ("RIA"). With various fixed income trading desks and more than seventy professionals, both entities serve individuals, families, public and private companies, non-profit organizations, and institutional investors. The firm has offices in NJ, CT, New Jersey, Connecticut, Illinois, South Carolina, and Massachusetts.

For more information about R. Seelaus & Co., and its subsidiaries visit www.rseelaus.com

In this episode of SEE Change, we welcome Dr. Jeanine Stewart, a neuroscientist, executive coach, and former C-level executive. Dr. Stewart discusses her unique career journey, her scientific approach to leadership and organizational development, and advancements in mind-body health. With a PhD in neuroscience from the University of Virginia and experience in neuro-behavioral development, she explores how generational differences, burnout, and the COVID pandemic have transformed the workplace. Dr. Stewart applies neuroscience to create innovative practices that motivate teams, using her evidence-based methods to enhance individual and organizational performance.

About Jeanine Stewart

Jeanine Stewart, PhD is a neuroscientist, executive coach and former C-level executive who has supported leaders of government, health care, education, and prominent global businesses in building and sustaining peak performance.

• Dr. Stewart’s scientific approach to leadership and organizational development builds on her own peer-reviewed, published research- the scientific gold standard.  
• Her innovative publications have been recognized for integrating neuroscience, managerial accounting, and positive psychology. This synthesis led to her discovery of the powerful impact of neural synchrony.
• Dr. Stewart helps clients unlock peak performance through a blend of positive psychology, and neuro-behavioral strategies for connection. 
• Neural synchrony is what the brain experiences during moments of human connection.  By applying neuroscience insightful and innovative ways, leaders and organizations can foster connection, commitment, and adaptability.  
• Jeanine Stewart, PhD is a neuroscientist, executive coach and prior C-level executive who has worked with leaders of government, health care, education, and Fortune 100 organizations.
• Jeanine’s evidence-based approach to executive coaching builds on expertise that spans applied neuroscience, inclusive leadership, and positive psychology to build individual, team-level and organizational capacity for peak performance.
• Jeanine served until 2022 as the chief behavioral scientist at the Neuro leadership Institute. In 2021, she co-founded the platform cooperative, MOT, uniting forward-thinking minds to support global progress towards the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As a research scientist, her work over the past two decades has shed light on the crucial role of positive workplace culture on the financial success of organizations.

For more information about Jeanine Stewart

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About R. Seelaus & Co., Inc.

R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. was founded in 1984 by Richard Seelaus, originally as a municipal bond broker-dealer. The firm has since become a certified women's business enterprise ("WBE") and has grown into a full-service financial firm that is mission driven in its commitment to creating more opportunities for women in the financial services. R. Seelaus & Co., Inc. and its subsidiaries offer investment advisory, asset management, capital markets, brokerage, fixed income and equity trading, institutional sales, leveraged finance and insurance services. The R. Seelaus & Co., LLC subsidiary is a broker dealer registered with the SEC and member of FINRA, and the subsidiary Seelaus Asset Management, LLC, is an SEC Registered Investment Advisor ("RIA"). With various fixed income trading desks and more than seventy professionals, both entities serve individuals, families, public and private companies, non-profit organizations, and institutional investors. The firm has offices in NJ, CT, New Jersey, Connecticut, Illinois, South Carolina, and Massachusetts.

For more information about R. Seelaus & Co., and its subsidiaries visit www.rseelaus.com