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This episode, featuring the Emmy-nominated TV host and Forbes Senior Contributor, Jeff Conway, takes you on a journey to discover the nuances of boldness, authenticity, and success. You'll hear Jeff's unique insights and experiences, including his perspective on being tenaciously bold and how he's used his unique interviewing style to capture genuine, honest moments with high-profile personalities. He also discusses how 'no' can be turned into an opportunity, and how treating high-profile individuals as normal people can lead to meaningful interactions and collaborations. He shares instances of celebrities, like Ryan Reynolds and Dolly Parton, who have exhibited a passion for their business endeavors that extends beyond their fame. Jeff’s story serves as a reminder that everyone has their own story to tell and that being bold and authentic can pave the way to achieving success on one's own terms.

 

About Jeff Conway

Jeff Conway is a Forbes Contributor with a focus in the Entertainment Business section and a seasoned journalist in Los Angeles. Recently, he was nominated for a "Program Host" Emmy for his uniquely executed interviews with A-List actors including Robert Downey Jr., Kevin Hart, Reese Witherspoon, Ryan Reynolds, Jennifer Hudson, John Travolta, Amy Schumer and more. He has also received multiple Emmy nominations for his writing and producing achievements on a former entertainment television show on NBC Chicago. Beyond the Midwest, he has passionately written popular, upbeat and in-depth interview articles for a men's contemporary lifestyle magazine in London about the rising stars in Hollywood. 

 

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Read Jeff’s Articles: https://www.forbes.com/sites/jeffconway/?sh=42923f055576

LinkedIn: @JeffConway

Instagram: @jeff_conway

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This episode tells the bold story of Joanna Lyall, founder and CEO of The Better Menopause and Nutritional Therapist, who transitioned from a career in media to becoming a powerhouse in the world of nutrition. Joanna's passion led her to establish The Better Menopause, a health and wellness company dedicated to empowering women to navigate through menopause in a better and more informed way. One of the main topics we delve into is the crucial role of nutrition in managing menopause, and Joanna stresses the importance of understanding our bodies as a key to managing our health effectively. By understanding the intricate interactions between our hormones, gut health, and nutrition, we can better manage menopause symptoms and maintain optimal health. So, if you're looking to be inspired, enlightened, and empowered towards a healthier, happier you, this episode is a must-listen.

 

About Joanna Lyall

Joanna Lyall embarked on her journey as a certified nutritional therapist in 2006, establishing her own private practice dedicated to enhancing women’s health and optimizing hormonal balance. With a wealth of experience spanning over two decades, Jo passionately champions the transformative potential of nutrition, holistic wellness, and complementary health practices. Having held prominent roles as a leader and CEO within the media industry, Jo brings a unique perspective to her work. She witnessed firsthand the profound influence that investing in one's well-being can have on both professional performance and personal happiness. Prior to founding The Better Menopause, Jo's professional experience included a remarkable tenure of over twenty years in market leading media businesses. Notable leadership positions at Brainlabs, Freeda Media, and Mindshare attest to her strategic acumen and visionary leadership. Presently, Jo extends her expertise as an advisor to startups and digital media enterprises, contributing to their growth trajectories. Jo's holistic approach to health, coupled with her extensive leadership background, underpins her commitment to revolutionizing women's experiences through The Better Menopause. Her multifaceted journey continues to inspire positive change and empowerment in individuals and businesses alike.

 

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Website: www.thebettermenopause.com

LinkedIn: @JoannaLyall 

Instagram: @jolyallnutrition  @thebettermenopause

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The idea of disrupting oneself may seem daunting, but it can lead to profound self-discovery and alignment, as shown by Erika Roegies, founder of her own advisory firm, RGR Advisory. Erika's bold decision to disrupt her life came from the realization that the checkboxes she was ticking didn't truly reflect what she wanted or needed. This led her to leave behind her comfortable routine and move across the world from Belgium to Toronto, Boston, and ultimately, New York. As she embarked on the journey of starting her own business, she learned to respect her boundaries and energy, and she emphasizes the importance of finding your own alignment—professionally, personally, and emotionally. She discusses how to identify when you’re out of alignment and provides actionable strategies for moving forward toward the life you want to be living. Tune in for inspiring insights on embracing change and finding true alignment in your life.

 

About Erika Roegies

Originally from Belgium, Erika Roegies began her career path in satellite communications with New Skies Satellites, now SES Astra, in The Netherlands. Since then, she has changed industries multiple times and moved countries with it. But has stayed focused on operations and helping organizations improve ways of working through enhanced culture, simplified processes and technology enablement. As a passionate systems thinker, she always pursues holistic optimization of ways of working across all functional areas of an organization. She has built a wealth of transformational leadership that shoulders the importance of collaborative cultures where people thrive. Throughout her career, she has worked as an executive in product development, technology management, enterprise strategy, performance management and data management. After having spent 25 years in the corporate world, she now leads her own advisory firm, RGR Advisory, focused on helping CEOs and their Executive Team establish the operating structure and backbone needed to grow and scale their organization in a cost effective and speedy fashion. Erika holds a M.S. in Aerospace Engineering from Delft University of Technology in The Netherlands, and an MBA from Erasmus, Rotterdam school of Management in The Netherlands. She lives in the NYC metro area, with her husband and Rhodesian Ridgeback Mia.

 

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Website: www.rgradvisory.com

LinkedIn: @ErikaRoegies

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Carolyn Carpenter defines boldness as going beyond our limiting dimensions. She encourages us to push back against self-imposed boundaries and open ourselves to the possibilities that life offers. As President of Johns Hopkins National Capital Region and a mother of two, she discusses how this boldness manifests in both our personal and professional journeys. Carolyn encourages us to not allow the limitations we put on ourselves to restrict our potential to live authentically. It’s not only about managing our energy, but about letting go of fear and anxiety and embracing optimism as well. Carolyn also describes how to recognize patterns of opportunity and tap into our creative intelligence. 

 

About Carolyn Carpenter

Carolyn Carpenter serves as President of Johns Hopkins National Capital Region (NCR), where she leads all hospital-based and community-based ambulatory sites across the National Capital Region on behalf of Johns Hopkins Medicine (JHM), including Sibley Memorial Hospital and Suburban Hospital. Prior to joining Johns Hopkins, Ms. Carpenter served as the President of Sentara Norfolk General Hospital and Corporate Vice President of Sentara Healthcare. Ms. Carpenter joined Sentara after twenty years of progressive leadership responsibility at Duke Health. During that time, she served in a variety of capacities including Chief Operating Officer of 900+-bed Duke University Hospital, Associate Dean of the Duke School of Medicine, Associate Vice President of Oncology Services for the Duke Health System, and Associate Chief Operating Officer for Medical/Surgical/Critical Care Services. Ms. Carpenter received her B.A. at the University of Pennsylvania and her MHA from Medical College of Virginia. She completed an administrative fellowship at Duke. She is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives and was an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Public Health. In 2016-7, Ms. Carpenter was among the inaugural class of Carol Emmott Fellows, a select fellowship for women leaders aimed at empowering female health executives to bridge the gender gap in the C-suite and transform health care.

 

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LinkedIn: @CarolynCarpenter

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Tune in for a powerful conversation with Abenaa Hayes, the founder and CEO of Elysee Consulting, a DEI and health equity-based consultancy. Abenaa's fierce determination and daring vision have been the driving force behind her bold journey, which she shares with us on this episode. Through an intricate blend of authenticity, perseverance, and passion, she took her experiences in journalism and public relations and developed an impactful career in healthcare and health equity. Along the way, Abenaa has crafted her unique voice, fueled by music and culture, and emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself. She also shares practical advice on taking the small steps that lead to bigger changes and celebrating the incremental achievements throughout your journey.

 

About Abenaa Hayes

Abenaa (Abby) Hayes helps healthcare leaders and brands who want to meet 21st century societal mandates head on. The founder and CEO of Elysee Consulting, LLC, she is a seasoned communications and brand marketing executive with expertise in healthcare, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) and health equity. For 25 years, Abenaa has helped US and global biotech and pharma companies reach stakeholders, influencers and communities through transformative narratives, dynamic storytelling and meaningful engagement. Building on a family legacy in health equity and racial justice, she is also a champion of racial and social equity in the communications industry. Recognized as a “Woman to Watch” by Medical, Marketing and Media (2021), Abenaa has been a featured speaker and panelist at forums such as SXSW (2021); ADCOLOR (2021); and publications including Axios, Essence, Adweek and Entrepreneur magazine. 

 

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Website: https://www.elyseeconsulting.co/

LinkedIn: @AbenaaHayes

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In this episode, we delve into the bold founder’s journey of Stephanie Sarka, the CEO and co-founder of 1 Atelier, a custom luxury brand dedicated to sustainability. Along the way, she shares her insights into the art of risk-taking and the importance of doing work that brings joy to you and to others. Having started in mergers and acquisitions, Stephanie quickly realized that she was more of a builder than a banker, and ultimately, went on to co-create the paid search model that has revolutionized the marketing and advertising industry and to found the custom luxury brand 1 Atelier. With her commitment to sustainability and the transformative power of technology, Stephanie has redefined what it means to be an innovative leader.

 

About Stephanie Sarka

Stephanie Sarka is the Founder & CEO of 1 Atelier, the tech-enabled custom luxury brand which is disrupting the entire luxury experience and value chain. Graduating from Stanford, Stephanie started in M&A at Goldman Sachs. Realizing that she is a builder, not a banker, she spent a year running marketing for IFF in Paris before getting her MBA at HBS. She then worked at Coach for 7 years as Handbag Product Manager and GM of Mark Cross, the American luxury goods brand. Stephanie co-founded GoTo.com in 1998, where they invented the “Paid Search” business model. They took the company public in 1999 and grew it to ~$1 billion in revenue before selling it to Yahoo for $1.6 billion in 2003. This Fall, 1 Atelier is launching Farm to Arm, the first-ever luxury accessories offering that is carbon negative and biodegradable, as well as zero waste. Her mission is to heal the planet, one beautiful bag at a time.

 

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Website: https://1atelier.com/

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Instagram: @1atelierluxury

LinkedIn: @StephanieSarka

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Boldness comes in many forms and Jessica Meyrowitz, the founder of the knitting company It's a Yummy, is a living testament to this. Her story is an inspiring journey of personal growth, curiosity, and reinvention. From launching her own advertising agency to transitioning into the world of knitting, Jessica shares her keen eye for recognizing opportunities and the power of authenticity. She also shares the connection between mindfulness and knitting. From the creation of a scarf, she draws out the discovery of personal rhythm and individuality. She inspires others to assess where they are in life and what qualities they want to embrace, leaving listeners inspired and ready to embark on their own path. Whether it's starting a small knitting project or building a thriving business, Jessica's practical and actionable advice encourages us to focus on what we want more or less of in our lives, and to embrace our own bold journey, a journey that is unique to us and doesn't have to be defined by anyone else.

 

About Jessica Meyrowitz

Jessica Meyrowitz is a knitter and designer who creates handmade products using an oversized, 100% merino wool yarn. Her company, It’s a...Yummy, is a provider of Yummy Yarn and hand knit products including throws, baby blankets, pillows, wraps, hats, scarves and belts as well as DIY knitting kits. Jessica sells the products, the yarn and the DIY kits on her website itsayummy.com. Additionally, she created and teaches Yummy Mindful Knitting Workshops- a hot new trend in the Wellness Community.

 

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Website: https://itsayummy.com/

LinkedIn: @JessicaMeyrowitz @ItsAYummy

Instagram: @ItsAYummy

Facebook: @ItsAYummy

Pinterest: @ItsAYummy

YouTube: @ItsAYummy

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Liz Elting, the founder and CEO of the Elizabeth Elting Foundation, shares her bold journey moving from a stable job in finance to taking the risk to become an entrepreneur and ultimately, become a self-made billionaire. Liz elaborates on the importance of setting goals with deadlines, maintaining discipline, and recognizing your self-worth in the pursuit of success. She advocates for the practice of keeping the promises you make to yourself and shares her personal strategy of taking calculated risks. Liz demonstrates that success does not come overnight; it is a result of consistent efforts and unwavering focus. Her story serves as an inspiration and a guide for those who dare to dream big and take bold action in the pursuit of their dreams. Tune in to this insightful podcast episode to hear Liz Elting's journey and gain valuable insights on taking bold risks, setting goals, and valuing oneself in the pursuit of success.

 

About Liz Elting

Liz Elting, Founder and CEO of the Elizabeth Elting Foundation is an entrepreneur, business leader, linguaphile, philanthropist, feminist, and mother. After living, studying, and working in five countries across the globe, Liz founded TransPerfect out of a NYU dorm room in 1992 and served as Co-CEO until 2018. TransPerfect is the world's largest language solutions company, with over $1.1 billion in revenue and offices in more than 100 cities worldwide. Liz received the 2019 Charles Waldo Haskins Award for business and public service from NYU’s Stern School of Business, the American Heart Association’s 2020 Health Equity Leadership Award, the Alliance of Women Entrepreneurs’ 2021 Vertex Award for changing the face and direction of women’s high-growth entrepreneurship, the American Heart Association’s 2022 Woman Changing the World Award, and Trinity College’s 2022 Kathleen O’Connor Boelhouwer ’85 Alumni Initiative Award. Liz has been recognized as a NOW Woman of Power & Influence, American Express' and Entrepreneur magazine's Woman of the Year, and one of Forbes’ Richest Self-Made Women every year since the list’s inception. Elting is the author of the upcoming book, Dream Big and Win: Translating Passion into Purpose and Creating a Billion-Dollar Business.

 

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Website: https://lizelting.com/

Order Her New Book, Dream Big and Win: https://lizelting.com/book

LinkedIn: @LizElting

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This conversation with Janine Broussard underscores the transformative power of literacy. Her journey from a cardiac nurse to an education advocate is a testament to the impact one individual can make when driven by passion and a bold vision. Her nonprofit, the Help Us Grow (H.U.G.) Foundation is transforming the landscape of literacy development for grades one through three. The foundation's unique reading program pairs students with dedicated tutors, providing personalized instruction in a virtual setting. But the program's impact extends beyond the students. It offers internships for college students, gives seniors a renewed sense of purpose, and encourages corporate volunteers to get involved. The foundation's work is creating a significant impact, proving that literacy is a tool for change. Tune in for an inspiring call to action that we can all learn from. 

 

About Janine Broussard

Janine Broussard is the founder of the Help Us Grow (H.U.G.) Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on early childhood learning and development. The H.U.G. program is innovative in its design as it’s personalized to each child, with a central focus on improving their literacy. The program is oriented to improving the literacy of children in grades one through three, crucially impactful years of learning and of building an educational foundation. Janine collaborates with reading professionals to develop and deliver a targeted, structured reading curriculum, which has received national recognition for its results. Recognizing the importance of mental and emotional health in one’s ability to persevere and tackle life’s difficulties, Janine also created BE THE DIFFERENCE™, an interactive program woven into the H.U.G. sessions that reinforces positive behavior change and instills core values. The foundation, a 501c3 organization since 2016, has vetted and approved programs in the states of Kentucky and Florida. As part of its growing network of volunteers, H.U.G. seeks people of all ages—from seniors and college students to leaders and employees of corporations—to BE THE DIFFERENCE™ in their communities. 

 

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Website: https://www.hugreadingprogram.org/

LinkedIn: @HUGReadingProgram

Instagram: @HUGReadingProgram

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To Mita Mallick, bold means finding, claiming, and owning her power. As a Chief Diversity Officer, speaker, and change-maker she has had a lot of experience doing just that. In this episode, Mita discusses how to truly build an inclusive culture and debunks commonly held myths about inclusion in the workplace, the subject of her upcoming book, Reimagine Inclusion. Mita also discusses toxic relationships, particularly in the workplace and her firsthand experiences with abuses of power. She talks about the importance of taking the time to heal and how she found solace in stories and writing, while also providing practical examples of recognizing and advocating for your own value and worth. Tune in for an energizing episode on how you too can be your own advocate and the author of your own story.

 

About Mita Mallick

Mita Mallick is a corporate change-maker with a track record of transforming businesses. She gives innovative ideas a voice and serves customers and communities with purpose. She has had an extensive career as a marketer in the beauty and consumer product goods space, being a fierce advocate of including and representing Black and Brown communities. Her passion for inclusive storytelling led her to become a Chief Diversity Officer, to build end to end inclusion ecosystems across big and small organizations. Mallick has brought her talent and expertise to companies like Carta, Unilever, Pfizer, AVON, Johnson & Johnson and more. She’s a sought-after speaker and coach to start-up founders, executives, and public CEOs. Mallick is a LinkedIn Top Voice, a contributor for Harvard Business Review, Adweek, Entrepreneur and Fast Company. Mallick has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Time Magazine, Forbes, Axios, Essence, Cosmopolitan Magazine, and Business Insider. She was featured in a documentary created by Soledad O’Brien Productions for CBS News entitled: Women in the Workplace and the Unfinished Fight for Equality. Mallick holds a B.A. from Barnard College, Columbia University and a M.B.A. from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business. She lives in New Jersey, US, with her husband and two children.

 

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Preorder her Upcoming Book, Reimagine Inclusion: https://www.amazon.com/Reimagine-Inclusion-Debunking-Transform-Workplace/dp/1394177097/ref=sr_1_1?qid=1694198749&refinements=p_27%3AMita+Mallick&s=books&sr=1-1&text=Mita+Mallick

LinkedIn: @MitaMallick

Instagram: @mita_mallick13

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