Sandra holds dual BA degrees in Graphic Design and Education, combining her artistic expertise with teaching experience. The combination of these backgrounds led her to establish Paint with Me Paint Parties in the Lacey area three years ago. Through these events, Sandra discovered her true calling, seamlessly merging art and education to ignite creativity in others. Driven by her passion for helping and inspiring people, Sandra thrives on collaborating with various venues and businesses to introduce art into unconventional spaces. Currently, Paint With Me Paint Parties hosts themed events in pubs, restaurants, community centers, and private residences, catering to individuals of all ages and skill levels. Looking ahead, Sandra envisions expanding her business to encompass a wider array of painting techniques and mediums, fostering even more artistic exploration and expression within her community. Register for your next paint party experience at www.swallacearts.com.

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Today, we interview Casey - a world traveler, military spouse, and owner of her own photography business. She has always been a follow-your-heart-kind-of-gal and took a chance by following her passion for photography versus the corporate setting. Her favorite thing about photography is being part of beautiful moments in peoples lives, while making sure her client's vision becomes reality.

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So many business owners struggle to keep up with social media trends and demands. In today's episode, write down some detailed notes on how to see social media today and use its tools to positively impact your businesses!

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An experienced DEIB practitioner and educator, Jaya Mallik centers her practice on community engagement, data-informed insights, and empowering others to lead and innovate. She is especially passionate about ensuring equal access and opportunities for women of color and other underrepresented identities. Prior to launching Jaya Mallik Coaching & Consulting, Jaya led DEI efforts at Meta, Amazon, and Tandem Diabetes Care with a focus on the tech industry. As an expert in Learning & Development and K-12 education, Jaya is well-versed in teaching complex concepts to diverse audiences to ensure comprehension, connection, and action. Jaya believes in a modern education for everyone — free from perfectionism, shame, or blame. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her two children, partner, and dogs exploring the outdoors, drinking lots of coffee, and watching ghost shows with her friends.

Connect with her at jmallikconsulting.com.

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Kathryn Annis, a powerful force in mental health and wellness, passionately leads The Dawning Institute LLC as its Owner & Founder. Her journey, marked by persistence, resilience and transformation, speaks to the indomitable pursuit of purpose. As a Certified Peer Counselor, Kathryn seamlessly weaves professional expertise with her personal triumph over adversity, evolving from victim, to survivor, and ultimately, a fierce advocate and warrior. She has found her calling in this life weaving the dense tapestry of pain into a catalyst for innovation. She empowers others on their healing paths, delivering a message of hope and resilience. Through compelling speaking engagements, she sheds light on crucial topics, sparking positive personal and societal transformation. Kathryn's story is an inspiration, exemplifying strength through turning the impossible into tangible possibility; a beacon guiding us towards a brighter, more compassionate future in mental health healing.

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Kimberly was born and raised in the pacific northwest and in-spite of the rain, loves every season Washington offers. Born into a large family, she’s always had an entrepreneurial spirit and launched Barkcuterie Boxes in December 2022 with a dream to spoil dogs everywhere! Her pup Liberty takes care of quality control and ensures the treats are top notch. Kimberly loves to travel, be creative & crafty, and watch a good mystery show every now and then. 

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Take Charge Consulting, LLC provides credit and entrepreneur services to economically disadvantaged artists and entrepreneurs to position individuals to leverage these tools. They believe that credit is a tool to narrow the racial wealth gap because credit plays a huge role in increasing home ownership and allowing people to sustain successful businesses. Tierra Bonds started Take Charge in 2017 after noticing the need for credit education and seeing that most credit repair companies appeared to be a scam. Her trust from the community allowed her to serve hundreds of people all throughout the country by providing credit repair, credit consulting and credit education to allow them to reach their credit goals. They reach those in need on an individual level; and also through partnerships with companies like Habitat for Humanity, The Seattle Public Library, city governments and others that allows them to provide these services to those who may not have the ability to pay. Take Charge is on a mission to reduce the wealth gap by educating 100,000 people on credit and entrepreneurship. 

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Emma Heywood is a Certified Hypnotherapist, practitioner of Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT), performance mindset coach, and a classically trained actress, performing on stage from North America to Europe. She has been on her own mental health journey since she was 12 years old. She knows what it’s like to struggle with depression, anxiety, and PTSD. She transformed her life using RTT, hypnosis, and the power of her subconscious mind. She went from living a life of trauma and low self-esteem to one of inner freedom, self-worth, joy, abundance, and embodying her purpose. And now she helps others do the same. You too can live a life free from self-doubt, fear, low self-esteem, and anxiety. You too can become the most powerful, liberated, confident version of you yet. Emma will be your guide: see you on the other side. 

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In this episode, we dive into a step-by-step with examples on how to conduct market research for your business plan or early on into your business launch. Don't skip this step if you want to be a successful business owner!

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In this podcast episode, we dive deep into the existing mindset of potential business owners. Do you already carry entrepreneur traits that would make you successful? Don't ignore your potential!

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