In this inspiring episode of The Brave Beauty Podcast, Christiana and Riley sits down with Liz Luliano, the trailblazing founder of Elizabeth Design Co. Liz shares her journey as a woman entrepreneur in the design industry, navigating challenges, building a unique brand, and empowering her team with creativity and innovation. Whether you're an aspiring designer, an entrepreneur, or simply seeking motivation, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable advice!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The story behind Liz’s entrepreneurial journey and what inspired her to start Elizabeth Design Co.
• The challenges she faced early on and how she overcame them to grow her business.
• How Liz navigates the design industry as a woman-led company and breaks barriers in a male-dominated field.
• The unique approach Elizabeth Design Co. takes to infuse personal values and vision into every project.
• Strategies for balancing work-life demands and prioritizing self-care in a fast-paced industry.
• Advice for women aspiring to break into design or start their own businesses.
• How Liz and her team tackled a particularly challenging project to achieve success.
• Tips for fostering creativity and innovation while maintaining a positive and empowering work environment.
• Liz’s vision for the future of women in design and her long-term goals for Elizabeth Design Co.

Resources & Mentions:

• Follow and Connect with Elizabeth Design Co.: Website | Instagram

Join the Conversation: We’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Share your biggest takeaway and tag us on Instagram at The Brave Beauty Podcast and Edcdesignco.

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In this inspiring episode of The Brave Beauty Podcast, Christiana sits down with Dana Queen, the powerhouse behind two thriving businesses: Stay Social, a dynamic marketing company, and Stay Management, a social media management agency for Airbnb rentals.

Dana shares her journey of building two successful ventures, her strategies for juggling the demands of entrepreneurship, and how she stays grounded in her faith. With God as the cornerstone of her self-care routine, Dana offers insight into finding peace amidst the chaos and creating a fulfilling life centered on purpose and balance.

A huge thank you to Riverview Centre in Chesapeake, VA for hosting us in their beautiful studio space and providing top-notch audio editing for this episode! Their professionalism and cutting-edge facilities made this conversation shine. If you’re looking for a high-quality recording studio, reach out to Riverview Centre at riverviewva.com or follow them on Instagram at @riverviewcentre.

Whether you're a business owner, creative, or simply looking for motivation to pursue your passions, this conversation is packed with wisdom, actionable advice, and heartfelt moments.

Episode Highlights:

• Dana’s story: How she built Stay Social and Stay Management from the ground up.
• The art of balancing two businesses while staying true to her values.
• Tips for managing Airbnb rentals and creating compelling social media strategies.
• Faith and self-care: How Dana’s relationship with God keeps her grounded and thriving.
• Encouragement for listeners to align their work and life with their purpose.

Connect with Dana:

• Stay Social Instagram: @staysocialus
• Stay Management Instagram: @staymanagementvb

Connect with Us:

• Instagram: @thebravebeautypodcast
• Email: [email protected]

Join the Conversation: What inspired you most about Dana’s journey? Share your thoughts with us using the hashtag #BraveBeautyBalance!

Special Thanks: We’re incredibly grateful to Riverview Centre for their outstanding support in helping us create this episode. Their studio and editing expertise truly elevated the experience. If you’re in the Chesapeake area and need a professional recording space, be sure to check them out!

In this festive episode of The Brave Beauty Podcast, your hosts Christiana and Riley come to you from their new recording space at the Riverview Center in Chesapeake! Just before the holidays and the end of the year, they sit down to reflect on the past year's adventures, share their favorite beauty moments, and discuss what's in store for the future. Tune in for a heartwarming conversation filled with laughter, insights, and a special shout-out to the amazing team at Riverview Center!! 

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In this episode, we sit down with Skye Lewis, the powerhouse owner of Heirloom Salon in Virginia Beach, to talk about juggling her many roles as a business owner, wife, and mom of two young girls. Skye shares her journey into the beauty industry, her passion for crafting personalized looks for her clients, and what it’s really like running a salon full-time. We dive into the challenges and rewards of balancing work with family life, her approach to self-care, and how she prioritizes being present both at home and in the salon. Skye’s insights on managing it all with grace, humor, and intention are as inspiring as they are practical.

Topics Covered:

• Skye’s career journey and vision for Heirloom Salon
• How she balances business ownership with marriage and motherhood
• The importance of self-care and setting boundaries
• Tips for finding joy and presence amidst a busy schedule
• Her advice for other women entrepreneurs juggling family and career

Tune in for an inspiring conversation on blending work, family, and passion into a life you love!

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Heirloom Salon

In today’s episode, your hosts Christiana and Riley are catching you up on all the exciting things happening in their lives as business owners! It's been a whirlwind, and we’re taking a moment to reflect, share our experiences, and give you a peek into the future of the podcast. From managing our growing businesses to the challenges and wins along the way, we're sharing it all!

Whether you’re a business owner, thinking about starting your own journey, or just love hearing about life behind the scenes, this episode is for you. Grab your coffee, tea, or favorite drink, and get ready to catch up with us!

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with entrepreneur, fitness expert, mom, and military wife Christina Parker. With a background in barre and Pilates, Christina shares how she’s taken traditional fitness training to the next level by wanting to create unique workout experiences. She explains how her vision will allow clients not only to break a sweat but also to make memories along the way and have a blast doing it!

Christina also dives into her journey of growing her Airbnb business, highlighting one of her standout properties in Sandbridge, Virginia. She shares the challenges and rewards of managing this business while balancing the demands of motherhood and being a military wife.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The process of starting and managing an Airbnb business, with a focus on her property in Sandbridge
• Tips on balancing life as a mom, wife, and entrepreneur
• The importance of creating memories through fitness, not just doing a typical fitness class
• Christina’s advice for women who want to start their own business while maintaining family life

Connect with Christina Parker:

• Instagram: Christina's Insta +  Breaker Bay Airbnb
• Breaker Bay Airbnb Listing

Connect with Us:

• Follow Brave Beauty Podcast on YouTube 
• Join The Bold Babe Society for more inspiring stories and community events
• Follow us on Instagram

Call to Action: If you’re ready to take your fitness journey to a whole new level, Christina Parker’s approach is all about creating moments that last. Whether you’re interested in her fitness experiences or curious about getting into the Airbnb business, this episode is packed with valuable insights! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends!!

In this episode, we’re joined by Summer Soucek, a certified nutritionist and personal trainer based in Virginia Beach, who’s passionate about helping people take control of their health and wellness. Summer dives into her comprehensive coaching program, which includes personalized nutrition guidance, fitness plans, and actionable strategies for living a healthier lifestyle. Whether you’re just beginning your fitness journey or looking to make sustainable changes, this episode is packed with insights to help you reach your health goals.

Key Discussion Points:

• Introduction to Summer Soucek: Learn about Summer’s background in nutrition and fitness, and her passion for guiding others to a healthier, balanced lifestyle.

• Summer’s Coaching Program:

  • What’s Included: A breakdown of her personalized coaching program that combines fitness training, nutritional support, and lifestyle coaching.
  • Tailored Fitness Plans: How Summer customizes workout routines for clients of all fitness levels, ensuring they fit into busy schedules and personal goals.

• The Role of Nutrition in a Healthy Lifestyle:

  • Importance of Balanced Nutrition: Why nutrition is the foundation of health, and how Summer helps clients create meal plans that work for them.
  • Addressing Common Nutrition Myths: Summer clears up some of the biggest misconceptions about dieting and healthy eating.

• Lifestyle Changes for Better Health:

  • Sustainable Habits: Simple, everyday changes you can make to improve your health long-term.
  • Mindset Shift: How to develop a positive, healthy relationship with food and exercise.

• Tips for Staying Consistent:

  • Building Routine: Summer shares tips on how to stick to fitness and nutrition plans, even when life gets busy.
  • Accountability: The importance of having a coach or support system to keep you on track and motivated.

• Client Success Stories: Hear inspiring stories from people who have transformed their health and lifestyle through Summer’s coaching program.

Resources Mentioned:

• Summer Soucek's Website
• Free 7-Day Trial [Link to download]
• Follow Summer on Instagram: @SummerSoucek

Takeaways:

• A comprehensive coaching program that integrates fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle changes is key to lasting health improvements.
• Consistency and mindset are crucial when it comes to long-term health and wellness.
• Nutrition plays a vital role in not just weight management, but overall well-being.

Call to Action: If you’re ready to take your health to the next level, reach out to Summer for personalized coaching and nutrition support. Visit Body By Summer to learn more and schedule your free consultation today!

Hosts: Christiana & Riley Guest: Heidi Walblay, Founder of Coastal Vitality Co.

In this exciting episode, Christiana and Riley sit down with Heidi Walblay, a former nurse turned med spa owner, to explore her incredible career transformation. Heidi takes us through her journey from the healthcare field into running Coastal Vitality Co., a thriving med spa in Virginia Beach, VA.

She opens up about the obstacles she encountered as a new business owner, including balancing client care with managing a business, and how she navigated those challenges with resilience and determination. Heidi also shares practical tips on leadership, growing a brand in the competitive beauty industry, and staying authentic to your mission.

Whether you're aspiring to start your own beauty business or looking for inspiration to level up your career, this episode is packed with wisdom on how to own your path and thrive as a boss in the beauty industry!

In this episode we have the fabulous Maddy Humphrey with us! She’s an amazing wedding photographer based right here in Virginia and she also travels for destination weddings. We’re going to chat about how she got into wedding photography and what made her fall in love with it. Maddy’s got some incredible stories to share about capturing the unique essence of each couple's special day and how she deals with tricky situations like bad weather or last-minute changes. Plus, she’ll dish out some tips on avoiding common mistakes when planning your wedding photos, her prep routine, and the gear she swears by. We’ll also talk about why engagement sessions are so important and how she manages to capture all those must-have moments without being a distraction. Maddy will fill us in on the latest trends in wedding photography, how to pick the right photographer for your big day, and offer some golden advice for newbie photographers. You don’t want to miss this fun and insightful chat with Maddy Kenny from Maddy Humphrey Photos!

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Courtney Hollidayy, a network marketing entrepreneur and successful social media influencer. Courtney shares her incredible journey from starting her personal weight loss transformation to building a thriving business in the health and wellness industry. She provides valuable insights into the challenges she faced, how she overcame them, and her strategic use of social media to connect with and inspire others. Courtney also discusses her involvement with Arbonne, offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, and shares her vision for the future!