The Corporate Dropout

In this week's episode, we catch up with Jen Pressley, the Head of Leesa Sleep. Jen walks us through her unique career path, sharing pivotal moments that shaped her journey to becoming a female leader in business. She discusses how she integrates her creative instincts into her professional endeavors, using the fundamentals of design to craft exceptional customer experiences in e-commerce.

We also delve into her role as a strategic leader at Leesa Sleep, where she drives brand revitalization efforts and fosters strategic partnerships to drive growth and innovation. Tune in as Jen shares insights into her leadership philosophy as a woman navigating a male-dominated industry, and her passion for empowering other women to excel in their careers.

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In this episode, we sit down with Megan Riggs, CEO and founder of Crunchy Hydration, a functional beverage company with a unique twist. Megan shares her entrepreneurial journey, from leaving the corporate world to starting her own business—emphasizing the importance of self-care and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Megan talks about the challenges and triumphs of breaking into the competitive beverage market, and gives us a sneak peek into the brand's future plans and exciting innovations.

Tune in to discover the story behind Crunchy Hydration, the impact of Megan's island lifestyle on her business practices, and the key lessons she learned along the way.

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Today we sit down with Paige Staylor, owner of Pop VB in Virginia Beach, VA. Paige discusses her journey to finding a passion for balloon decor and how she developed it into a successful business venture. She talks about scaling her team of hardworking, trustworthy individuals and how they navigate building an efficient business for themselves and their customers. She shares lessons learned as a new business owner, how she overcame imposter syndrome, and reveals upcoming plans for Pop VB's future.

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We sit down with Jessica Masciangelo, co-owner of Either Ore Jewelers Strawbridge in Virginia Beach, VA. Jessica shares her incredible journey from a 12-year-old occasionally helping her mom at the store to becoming a co-owner of this thriving business. She talks about the importance of building genuine relationships with customers and her passion for creating custom jewelry pieces that carry deep personal significance. She even reveals her exciting plans for the future, including traveling trunk shows and intimate bridal consultations.

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Jessica Berger left her corporate job to found Bundle x Joy—a Latina-owned, women-owned pet brand. She discusses fostering an inclusive and representative space in the pet industry by bringing diversity, empowerment, and alignment to leadership roles. They explore the inspiration behind Jess's purpose-driven pet brand and the importance she places on emotional connection, simplified nutrition, and joy in pet products. Don't miss this episode as Jess and Rachael discuss how to build a brand that celebrates the special bond between humans and their furry friends.

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Today we're sitting down with Annie Slabotsky and Morgan Lerner, co-founders of GoNanas. The businesswomen share their business journey along with challenges they faced in scaling their operations and maintaining a personal touch with customers. Annie and Morgan also talk about their strategies for gaining media coverage and provide advice for entrepreneurs looking to gain exposure for their business.

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In this episode, we talk to Jordan Englehardt, Founder and CEO of Skinny Mixes. She tells all about her journey from college graduate to accomplished business owner and hardships she overcame to build a strong foundational brand.

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In the face of life's obstacles, Darryll Stinson turned his roadblocks into stepping stones. From conquering opioid abuse to surviving suicide attempts, Stinson's pivotal transformation into a best-selling author and motivational speaker stands as a testament of overcoming adversity.

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Ashlye Fleming worked in the corporate world for years before realizing she was just going through the motions. Craving flexibility, and the opportunity to spend more time with family, Fleming quit her job and opened her first BODYROK exercise studio. Now in Nashville, Fleming runs three BODYROK locations and has never looked back.

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How do you make huge shifts in your business AND be good stewards of the land? Today's guest, Jennifer Bruehwiler, Director of Sales for Ralston Family Farms, shares exactly how they diversified their business in 2017 and began providing premium rice directly to consumers. Tune in to learn more about sustainable farming and how to navigate working with family.

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