That’s So Savvy Podcast

Lauren Fernandez inherited her work ethic, and compassion, from her immigrant father. She worked her way through law school, working in the pharmaceutical industry, becoming a franchise owner of multiple restaurant units, to being the founder and CEO of Full Course, a restaurant development and investment firm.

Join host Nancy Aichholz as she and Lauren talk about what Full Course does and why the restaurant industry is so important and needs all avenues of assitance to thrive.

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As a young girl Amy Tobin was inspired to make a great dinner for family from a picture in a magazine. From there on Amy felt like food was something not just to feed you, but something to be experienced. After a successful career as cooking school instructor, a radio show/television host, and brand spokesperson, Amy is now an author and founder of Amy Tobin and Company.

Join host Nancy Aichholz as she sits with Amy and talks about her career with food, and how opportunity knocking has led Amy Tobin to find new and interesting ways to feed herself, her family, and her guests.

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Join La Soupe for the ten year anniversary Celebration on October 7th, 2025.

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Ten years ago La Soupe was founded as an idea that food should not be wasted and everyone in the Cincinnati area deserved good meals. That idea has led to La Soupe being recognized as a model for all communities in Ohio.

Join host Nancy Aichholz as she speaks with La Soupe's executive director Emmy Schroder. Nancy and Emmy go over La Soupe's founding, growth, and what is in store for the future.

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Join host Nancy Aichholz as she looks back on what we learned from her guests during season 2. Nancy also gets ready for season 3 of That's So Savvy coming Septemebr 1st 2025.

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Christy Johnson came to Cincinnati to work for Non-Profits.Her professional purpose led Christy to the tech startup industry and in 2023 she joined with a few partners to create Fireroad.

Join host Nancy Aichholz as she sits with Christy and discusses how Fireroad, along with other firms in Cincinnati, are working to help the next great startup get the funds and support they need to thrive.

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If you or anyone you know is having thoughts of suicide dial 988.

Nancy Eigel-Miller did not plan to work in the field of mental health. After a terrible personal tragedy, Nancy decide to learn more about mental health and work to improve the lives of people around her. Nearly twenty years later Nancy is improving people's lives with her organization 1n5.

Join host Nancy Aichholz as she talks with Nancy Eigel-Miller about her journey, and how we are tackling mental health issues in our schools, workplaces, and communities.

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Elizabeth Pierce has always enjoyed history. Her passion took her from Cincinnati to Washington DC, and back to Cincinnati as the President and CEO of the Cincinnati Museum Center. As CEO, Elizabeth has worked to secure the finances of the building, enhance the permanent displays, and has worked to bring in excited traveling exhibits to the residents and guests of the Queen City.

Join Host Nancy Aichholz as she sits with Elizabeth to discuss all the exciting permanent exjibits and what great things are coming next to Union Terminal and the Cincinnati Museum center.

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Kendra Ramirez is not afraid of A.I., she embraces it. The latest tech innovation has allowed Kendra to help businesses become more modern and efficient in the new A.I. driven world. Her decades of work in helping businesses enhance their operations through tech innovation has won her multiple awards and respect on the global B2B market. 

Join host Nancy Aichholz as she sits with Kendra to get a top down view of what A.I. can do to enhance your own business and life.

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Liz Engel likes to tell stories. What started as a dream to be a sports reporter soon turned into a career covering everything from local governmentand the healthcare industry, to now being the Digital Editor and Tech reporter for the Cincinnati Business Courier.

Join Host Nancy Aichholz as she sits with Liz to discuss her career, and what businesses in Cincinnati Ohio may make their name on the national and global stage.

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Mikelann originally studied economics in college. When she decided to get a Master's Degree she felt her path in life was to help people, so she studied Psychology. With these two passions Mikelann thought the best way to help people is to make them more comfortable with their money. She started her website/business, Seattle Money Coach, and now she has been featured by major news organizations, has written a book, and now has the time to practice Argentine Tango.

Join host Nancy Aichholz as she  discusses Mikelann's career, philosophy, and why Argentine Tango is a way to feed one's passions.

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Find out more about Mikelann Valtera and buy her book at her website.