In this episode, we sit down with Melissa Mastrodomenico, the powerhouse CEO and Founder of Mastrodomenico CPA and the current President of NAWBO San Antonio. With a career dedicated to accounting, tax strategy, and financial advisory services, Melissa has built a firm known for empowering individuals and small businesses through clarity, confidence, and smart financial decision-making.

Beyond her work as a CPA, Melissa is a passionate advocate for women in business. Through her leadership at NAWBO San Antonio, she champions community, mentorship, and resources that help women entrepreneurs grow, lead, and thrive. Her belief in collaboration and financial literacy as pathways to empowerment shines through in every conversation she leads.

Join us as Melissa shares her journey, her insights on building a successful business, and her mission to elevate women in entrepreneurship.

👉 For more on Melissa Mastrodomenico: 

Website: https://www.mmastrocpa.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-mastrodomenico-478740189/

👉 Stay connected with NAWBO 

San Antonio: Events: ⁠nawbosa.org/events⁠ 

Instagram: ⁠@nawbosa⁠ 

LinkedIn: ⁠NAWBO San Antonio⁠ 

Facebook: ⁠NAWBO San Antonio⁠ 

Twitter/X: ⁠@NAWBOSA⁠

Christina Randell is the Founder and Visionary behind the Women of Texas Expo, a statewide event series designed to empower, connect, and celebrate women entrepreneurs and professionals. Through her work, Christina has created a powerful platform that brings women together to share their stories, build community, and gain the tools they need to thrive in business and beyond.

With a background in technology and business management, Christina transformed her own career shift into a mission-driven movement, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and connection.

Christina brings inspiring insight on resilience, reinvention, and the power of women supporting women across Texas.

👉 Connect with Christina Randell/Women of Texas Expo:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580179000672#

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenoftexasexpo/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-of-texas-expo/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp0D8-AbmBmKGK3XXJVztvg

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@womenoftexasexpo?lang=en

👉 Stay connected with NAWBO

San Antonio: Events: ⁠nawbosa.org/events⁠ 

Instagram: ⁠@nawbosa⁠ 

LinkedIn: ⁠NAWBO San Antonio⁠ 

Facebook: ⁠NAWBO San Antonio⁠ 

Twitter/X: ⁠@NAWBOSA⁠

Molly Sowry is the Co-Owner of Virtuoso Builders, San Antonio’s premier residential remodeling firm known for its craftsmanship, quality, and design. As the operational lead, Molly runs “mission control,” overseeing strategy, marketing, and day-to-day operations.

She currently serves as President of the Remodeler 20 Club, an exclusive mentorship group through the National Association of Home Builders, where she’s the only female member. Molly also holds a leadership role with the Greater San Antonio Builders Association, supporting her husband Mike’s 2022 presidency.

With nearly two decades of experience, Molly brings powerful insights on leadership, collaboration, and building a business rooted in excellence.

👉 For more information on Virtuoso & Molly Sowry:

- Virtuoso Builders: https://virtuosobuilders.com/

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/virtuoso-builders/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virtuosobuilders/

- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/VirtuosoBuilders

👉 Stay connected with NAWBO :

San Antonio: Events: ⁠nawbosa.org/events⁠ 

Instagram: ⁠@nawbosa⁠ 

LinkedIn: ⁠NAWBO San Antonio⁠ 

Facebook: ⁠NAWBO San Antonio⁠ 

Twitter/X: ⁠@NAWBOSA⁠

Liz J. Simpson is the Managing Principal of Stimulyst, a B2B growth firm specializing in thought-leadership marketing, business development, and sales enablement. A former Woman Business Owner Award winner, Liz is passionate about driving economic empowerment, self-actualization, and freedom through entrepreneurship.

With over $250M in client revenue generated, more than 20,000 professionals trained, and features on NBC, CBS, SXSW, and LinkedIn, Liz brings unmatched expertise to the mic. On this podcast, she shares powerful strategies and candid insights to help women business owners go beyond visibility and build thriving revenue engines.

👉 Connect with Liz J. Simpson:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizjsimpson/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizjsimpson/?hl=en

👉 Stay connected with NAWBO:

San Antonio: Events: ⁠nawbosa.org/events⁠ 

Instagram: ⁠@nawbosa⁠ 

LinkedIn: ⁠NAWBO San Antonio⁠ 

Facebook: ⁠NAWBO San Antonio⁠ 
Twitter/X: ⁠@NAWBOSA⁠

Mayra Farret was born in Mexico and has built a remarkable career journey spanning finance, corporate leadership, and entrepreneurship. After earning honors in Financial Banking, where she was among the few women in her field, she rose to become an International Financial Auditor Manager for Fortune 500 companies. Seeking a better balance between career and family, she eventually moved with her husband and children to San Antonio.

Mayra has also served as the Regional Director of Fashion Group International San Antonio. She is now the founder of Fashion Taste Makers Texas, a venture blending her passions for fashion, culture, and women’s empowerment.

For more information on Mayra Farret:

Personal Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/mayrafarret/?hl=en

Fashion Taste Makers Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/fashiontastemakerstx/?hl=en

Facebook: 

https://www.facebook.com/mayra.farret/

👉 Stay connected with NAWBO:

San Antonio: Events: ⁠nawbosa.org/events⁠ 

Instagram: ⁠@nawbosa⁠ 

LinkedIn: ⁠NAWBO San Antonio⁠ 

Facebook: ⁠NAWBO San Antonio⁠ 

Twitter/X: ⁠@NAWBOSA⁠

Laney Cloud is the CEO and Co-Founder of The Village, a groundbreaking new day spa and members-only social club designed for women. After nearly seven years at the mobility tech company Via, where she led high-performing teams and helped scale global operations, Laney has transitioned to fully pursue her entrepreneurial vision.

The Village blends self-care with community, offering spa services, beauty treatments, healing amenities, curated events, elevated food and drink, and even childcare, all in thoughtfully designed spaces. Laney is passionate about creating a sanctuary where women can recharge, connect, and thrive.

For more information on Laney Cloud & The Village:

Website: https://www.ourvillage.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thevillagesatx/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laney-cloud-86709154/

👉 Stay connected with NAWBO:

San Antonio: Events: ⁠nawbosa.org/events⁠ 

Instagram: ⁠@nawbosa⁠ 

LinkedIn: ⁠NAWBO San Antonio⁠ 

Facebook: ⁠NAWBO San Antonio⁠ 

Twitter/X: ⁠@NAWBOSA⁠

In this episode of Texas Women Mean Business, we’re joined by Dr. Brandi Scott, career coach, consultant, and facilitator with over 15 years of experience developing leaders and guiding organizations through change.

With a thoughtful, equity-informed approach, Brandi helps women grow with clarity, confidence, and purpose - building collaborative teams and empowering leaders to take bold action.

Grounded in research-based strategies and a deep belief in the power of clarity, she equips individuals and organizations to thrive in times of transition. Tune in for a conversation about leadership that’s intentional, transformative, and designed to create lasting impact.

👉 Stay connected with NAWBO San Antonio:
Events: nawbosa.org/events
Instagram: @nawbosa
LinkedIn: NAWBO San Antonio
Facebook: NAWBO San Antonio
Twitter/X: @NAWBOSA

In this episode of Texas Women Mean Business, we’re joined by Mallika Malhotra, award-winning brand strategist, speaker, and The Brand CEO.

With a powerful blend of strategy and storytelling, Mallika helps women entrepreneurs go from overlooked to in-demand, clarifying their niche, crafting magnetic messaging, and showing up confidently as the face of their brand.

Through her signature frameworks and AI-powered tools, she empowers women to lead with purpose, attract aligned clients, and grow their visibility with authority. Tune in for a conversation about branding that’s bold, intentional, and built to lead.

Check out upcoming NAWBO events: nawbosa.org/Programs

In this episode of Texas Women Mean Business, we’re joined by Michal Waechter, Founder of Waechter Consulting Group and a powerhouse in healthcare business development. With years of industry expertise, Michal is on a mission to help medical practices thrive - supporting physicians as they expand their reach, strengthening referral networks, and building deeper community connections.

Her personalized, strategic approach allows healthcare providers to focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional patient care while growing a sustainable business. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about leadership, growth, and creating impact in the healthcare space.

In this episode of Texas Women Mean Business, we sit down with Jeanette Lira, the visionary behind Auravia Holistic Therapy. With over a decade of experience in mental health counseling, Jeanette has built a practice rooted in empathy, innovation, and deep commitment to healing.

Her work focuses on normalizing mental health and empowering individuals and communities to grow. Through her holistic approach, blending modern practices with a heart-centered mission, Jeanette and her team are redefining what wellness looks like, one client at a time. Tune in for a powerful conversation about leadership in therapy, community care, and the courage it takes to create meaningful change.