By Monica Kretschmer
The podcast currently has 129 episodes available.
The Women of Inspiration™ Podcast is hosted by Monica Kretschmer, CEO, of the Universal Womens Network™. Monica interviews inspiring female entrepreneurs and business leaders from diverse industries who lead, inspire, and motivate. Learn from women who share their career journeys, the path to success, and leadership wisdom in business and life.
Open Network Exchange, Inc (ONE), a global leader in digital business solutions amongst the travel, hospitality, retail and financial sectors, has tapped Lani Kane-Hanan as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Lani assumed the CEO role at ONE in late June 2023. As a full-service solution provider, ONE offers its partners customized software solutions, tech-enabled marketing and sales products, programs and a global muti-lingual sales force, an online marketplace and global contact center servicing. Prior to her role at ONE, Lani served as Executive Vice President and Chief Product and Development Officer for Marriott Vacations Worldwide (NYSE:VAC).
In her global role at MVW, she was responsible for architecting growth and driving innovation through the development of new and reimagined club products, resorts, brands, experiences, and partnerships.
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The Women of Inspiration™ Podcast is hosted by Monica Kretschmer, CEO, of the Universal Womens Network™. Monica interviews inspiring female entrepreneurs and business leaders from diverse industries who lead, inspire, and motivate. Learn from women who share their career journeys, the path to success, and leadership wisdom in business and life.
Dr. Suhayya (Sue) Abu-Hakima is the co-founder/CEO of Alstari Corporation, her third and most recent tech start-up in AI. She is an entrepreneur, innovator, inventor, and author. Her 35-plus years in tech have included running an AI lab at NRC, and start-ups AmikaNow! and Amika Mobile. She has served on the National and Ontario Centers of Excellence. She has been granted 48 international patents in AI, messaging, security, and emergency communications authored in her two successful AI startups. She has published over 100 papers in AI and has given hundreds of invited speeches on entrepreneurship, AI, and tech. She has won numerous awards for innovation and entrepreneurship was vested into the Order of Ontario and holds the Queen’s Jubilee Medal for her contributions to public safety and Canada.
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The Women of Inspiration™ Podcast is hosted by Monica Kretschmer, CEO, of the Universal Womens Network™. Monica interviews inspiring female entrepreneurs and business leaders from diverse industries who lead, inspire, and motivate. Learn from women who share their career journeys, the path to success, and leadership wisdom in business and life.
Sherry Holmes is a contractor, TV Host, keynote speaker, DIY enthusiast, brand ambassador, social media influencer, and ambassador for women in the trades.
She started behind the scenes on Mike Holmes’s breakout series, Holmes on Homes®, and became a permanent crew member on Holmes in New Orleans.
Sherry's style, personality, and talent continue to shine as co-host on Holmes Family Effect, Holmes Family Rescue, and the newest series Homes on Homes: Building a Legacy which will air on Cottage Life and HomefulTV later in 2024.
Sherry Holmes is also an official Meagan Bedernek Foundation ambassador and spokesperson, dedicated to raising awareness and funding pediatric brain tumor research.
Sherry's commitment to the industry extends beyond her professional projects. She actively supports and promotes youth and young women in the trades through organizations like Skills Canada, World Skills, Conestoga College's Jill of All Trades, and Women in Skilled Trades
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The Women of Inspiration™ Podcast is hosted by Monica Kretschmer, CEO, of the Universal Womens Network™. Monica interviews inspiring female entrepreneurs and business leaders from diverse industries who lead, inspire, and motivate. Learn from women who share their career journeys, the path to success, and leadership wisdom in business and in life.
In this episode of the Women of Inspiration™ Podcast, we speak with Tatiana Calderon | Racing Driver
TATIANA CALDERÓN is a woman who breaks the mould. At the age of just nine, she found her passion in the world of motorsport and decided to adopt it as her lifestyle and pursue a professional career as a racing driver.
Moving from her native Colombia to Europe in order to race her way up through the single-seater ladder with the dream of reaching the pinnacle of motorsport, Tatiana raced in the F1 support GP3 Series from 2016 to 2018, becoming the most successful woman in the history of the championship.
In 2018 Tatiana came closer to reaching her dream, as she was promoted as Alfa Romeo Formula 1 Test Driver– combining her appearances in the F1 paddock with her racing programme in the GP3 Series.
In October 2018, the Colombian driver sat behind the wheel of a contemporary Formula One car at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodriguez in Mexico City, for the first time in her career. She quickly adapted to the demands of driving at the highest level in motorsport and demonstrated her focus and skills, impressing the team with her professionalism and dedication.
She became the first Latin American female driver ever to drive a Formula One car, setting a milestone in female presence at the pinnacle of motorsport.
In 2019 she moved one step closer to F1 and competed in the FIA Formula 2 Championship, where she became the first woman to enter this ultra-competitive series.
In 2021 Tatiana faced new challenges, embarking on an endurance series for the first time, together with the luxury watches brand Richard Mille and the super competitive team Signatech, entering the European Le Mans Series and the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Besides that, Tatiana continued her single/seater career, racing in the Japanese Super Formula.
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The Women of Inspiration™ Podcast is hosted by Monica Kretschmer, CEO, of the Universal Womens Network™. Monica interviews inspiring female entrepreneurs and business leaders from diverse industries who lead, inspire, and motivate. Learn from women who share their career journeys, the path to success, and leadership wisdom in business and in life.
In this episode of the Women of Inspiration™ Podcast, we speak with world-renowned makeup artist, serial entrepreneur, and bestselling author Bobbi Brown a titan of the ultra-competitive beauty industry.
Bobbi founded Bobbi Brown Cosmetics with her husband, Steven D. Plofker, in 1991 because she was sick of red lipstick. Bobbi created 10 simple lip colors that evolved into a global beauty empire when the brand was acquired by The Estée Lauder Companies in 1995, placing Bobbi as the Chief Creative Officer of a rapidly growing, billion-dollar brand.
With her business savvy, determination to follow her passion, and will to never accept no for an answer, Bobbi worked her way from an almost college dropout to the cosmetics queen, wellness expert, and serial entrepreneur that she is today.
She speaks on the struggles of founding, launching, and running her own business, as well as the fast-paced world of microtrends today.
Bobbi Brown has grown a beauty empire. Since leaving Bobbi Brown Cosmetics in 2016, Bobbi has written numerous beauty and wellness books and launched Beauty Evolution LLC. She has also launched EVOLUTION_18, a line of lifestyle-inspired wellness products, The George, a boutique hotel run with her husband, Steven Plofker, in the heart of Montclair, N.J., and Jones Road Beauty, a line of high-grade, clean beauty projects.
Bobbi is the Beauty & Lifestyle Editor of Elvis Duran and The Morning Show, hosts iHeartMedia's Beyond the Beauty with Bobbi Brown, which is part of iHeartMedia, Inc., and continues to work editorially. She has received the "Glamour Woman of the Year Award," "The Fashion Group International Night of Stars Beauty Award," and "The Jackie Robinson Foundation’s ROBIE Humanitarian Award," to name a few.
She was appointed by President Obama to the Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and Negotiation and has been inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame. As an authoritative voice in the beauty and wellness space, Bobbi can give perspectives on anything entrepreneurship, breaking down product ideation, trend analysis, today's global luxury market, and more.
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The Women of Inspiration™ Podcast is hosted by Monica Kretschmer, CEO, of the Universal Womens Network™. Monica interviews inspiring female entrepreneurs and business leaders from diverse industries who lead, inspire, and motivate. Learn from women who share their career journeys, the path to success, and leadership wisdom in business and in life.
In this episode of the Women of Inspiration™ Podcast, we speak with Ashley Ottensen - Actor, Tik Tok (IG) Influencer (1.2 million), and Two-time best actress recipient for her role as Becca in " A Love Not Lost " (Indie short film written by John Anthony), Women of Inspiration Finalist.
Mom, wife, and actor. I enjoy making stories that help people feel something. My social media is focused on comedy as I believe everyone should have a smile at least once a day. A born hustler, mother, and entertainer, I see the odds and strive to beat them. The word "No" is a driving force rather than a word that gets me down. If one door closes I always look for the next one to open or simply create my own door.
Never say never because the impossible is happening every day. The life of an unknown actor is a tough one. You're constantly working to get seen. Imagine a career where interviewing is the job. That is what auditioning is. Many actors, including your favorites, have spent years grinding to get to where they are. Before COVID my career looked promising, I was receiving bigger and bigger audition opportunities, and I was booking them. Theater, film, commercials, I had contracts with all of them, and then COVID struck and every single contract fell through and was canceled. It was very disheartening; I'd worked so hard to build myself up only to have something I couldn't control come and knock it all down.
That was until my sister told me about TikTok. At first, I was hesitant because at the time I thought TikTok was only for weird dances and lip syncing but eventually, the cabin fever set in, covid wasn't going away anytime soon, and I desperately needed a creative outlet. So I started lipsyncing until the thought occurred to me, why am I repeating someone else's performance, if I'm going to be a content creator then I want what I create to come from me.
So I began writing and making my own skits. They've evolved over time as I became more confident in my abilities. I've made friends who collaborated with me and it started to feel a little bit like being a working actor again. With time and consistency my following on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube grew exponentially and with it has come opportunities for more acting work and to no longer be considered an unknown actor. This entire experience has taught me that through hard work, consistency, and an unfailing belief in oneself you can accomplish anything you've set your mind to. Everyone's path is different and comparison is the thief of joy, a success story is meant for everyone.
Never give up, don't let yourself or the nay-sayers get in your way, and break that glass ceiling.
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Women of Inspiration™ Podcast - SupportHER™ Series
SupportHER Series features conversations between leaders (women and men) as allies paving the way to advance women.
The Women of Inspiration™ Podcast is hosted by Monica Kretschmer, CEO, of the Universal Womens Network™. Monica interviews inspiring female entrepreneurs and business leaders from diverse industries who lead, inspire, and motivate. Learn from women who share their career journeys, the path to success, and leadership wisdom in business and in life.
In this episode, we speak with Catherine Bell – CEO, The Awakened Company & Russ Hudson – Enneagram Author and Teacher
Catherine Bell, a successful serial entrepreneur, business leader, and best-selling author, is renowned for helping organizations foster healthy corporate cultures through personal development. She founded BluEra, a Profit 500 executive search and team transformation company, exemplifying her Awakened Company System. After selling BluEra to DHR, Catherine now leads The Awakened Company as CEO, focusing on Strategy with Soul consulting. Notably, in 2022 she received the Platinum Titan Business Award for Female Executive of the Year in Consultation. Author of The Awakened Company, a best-seller and Nautilus Book Awards winner in Business & Leadership, Catherine's work has featured in Fortune, HBR, and other influential platforms. With a global portfolio ranging from Fortune 500 companies to serial entrepreneurs, Catherine holds an MBA from Queen’s University and a sociology degree from Western University. She's also Enneagram-certified, a yoga instructor, and co-founder of the self-development app, Awakenly.
Catherine Bell
IG - @catherine.r.bell
www.theawakenedcompany.com
Youtube - https://youtu.be/4H3jLEWD-x0
Russ Hudson is a leading figure in Enneagram studies, co-founding the Enneagram Institute and contributing significantly to its development since 1991. With Don Richard Riso, he co-authored five influential books, including "The Wisdom of the Enneagram" and "Personality Types," which are considered essential readings in psychological typology. These works have been translated into multiple languages, becoming best-sellers globally. Hudson played a pivotal role in creating the Riso-Hudson Type Indicator (RHETI), a widely respected Enneagram test adopted by major corporations. Holding a degree from Columbia University, his work merges scientific rigor with deep insights into philosophy, religion, and personal growth, emphasizing mindfulness and presence. A sought-after speaker, Hudson's expertise has been featured on national television and at prestigious conferences worldwide. His commitment to spiritual practice supports his professional endeavors, making him a prominent voice in both the Enneagram community and beyond.
IG @hudson_russ
https://russhudson.com/
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Women of Inspiration™ Podcast - SupportHER™ Series
SupportHER Series features conversations between leaders (women and men) as allies paving the way to advance women.
The Women of Inspiration™ Podcast is hosted by Monica Kretschmer, CEO, of the Universal Womens Network™. Monica interviews inspiring female entrepreneurs and business leaders from diverse industries who lead, inspire, and motivate. Learn from women who share their career journeys, the path to success, and leadership wisdom in business and in life.
In this episode, we speak with Christian Ilumin -
Connect with Christian IIumin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christianilumin
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As the Owner of Wonder EA, she provides comprehensive administrative support, social media management, HR consultancy, and executive assistance services to clients, including coaches and small entrepreneurs. Her educational background includes an MBA with a double major in Human Resources and Information Technology. I hold international certifications such as the Advanced Certificate for the Executive Assistant (ACEA) and designations like Canadian Certified Administrative Professional (CCAP) and Professional Administrative Certification of Excellence (PACE). Actively involved in volunteer work, I contribute to the administrative profession and currently serve as the President of the Toronto Chapter of the Canadian Association of Administrative Professionals.
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Learn about Universal Womens Network™ | Nominate a Woman of Inspiration™ and learn more, visit: https://universalwomensnetwork.com
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Women of Inspiration™ Podcast - SupportHER™ Series
SupportHER Series features conversations between leaders (women and men) as allies paving the way to advance women.
The Women of Inspiration™ Podcast is hosted by Monica Kretschmer, CEO, of the Universal Womens Network™. Monica interviews inspiring female entrepreneurs and business leaders from diverse industries who lead, inspire, and motivate. Learn from women who share their career journeys, the path to success, and leadership wisdom in business and in life.
We are thrilled to kick off our SupportHER™ Series with guests from National Bank Financial Management.
In this episode, we speak with Anna Hilberry – Wealth Management Advisor and Portfolio Manager, at National Bank Financial Management, and Jonathan Durocher – President, of National Bank Financial Wealth Management.
Anna Hilberry – Wealth Management Advisor, Portfolio Manager
Anna Hilberry is co-lead of an award-winning team of financial experts driven by our passion for helping families and professionals grow their wealth so that they can live their best life and leave a lasting legacy. About Anna, family is my heart. I LOVE my job, it's not just a career for me, it's part of who I am. Working with people, and helping them to achieve their dreams is fulfilling! During down time My children and I are avid athletes. We enjoy the challenge and commitment of athletic pursuits that are part of the Vancouver Island Lifestyle.
To learn more, visit: https://www.nbfwm.ca/advisor/the-hilberry-group.html
YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@annahilberry7279/videos Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/hilberryanna/?hl=en
Jonathan Durocher – President, National Bank Financial Wealth Management
Jonathan Durocher has been President of National Bank Financial Wealth Management, a National Bank subsidiary, since May 2020. His mandate is to define business strategies and ensure they are executed. Mr. Durocher is responsible for full-service brokerage activities, managing over 1,800 employees (including more than 860 Investment Advisors) and more than 110 billion dollars in assets. Mr. Durocher worked as a Manager at National Bank
Financial Wealth Management in 2006 and then became Vice-President in 2008. In 2014, Mr. Durocher became the leader of National Bank Investments (NBI) where he was responsible for its management group representing over $54 billion in assets under management. As its President and Chief Executive, he was responsible for establishing its strategy, improving the client and employee experience, building an exceptional team, and creating innovative solutions. Mr. Durocher is a member of the board of directors of the Investment Funds Institute of Canada (IFIC) and works closely with many different fintechs.
He was recognized in the Top 25 Stars of the Quebec of Tomorrow by the newspaper Les Affaires and won the Under 40 category of Finance & Investissement Top 25 of Quebec’s financial industry competition. He also received the Succession Excellence Award in the Large Company category from HEC-Montréal. Mr. Durocher has served as honorary chair of the Grand Festin d’huîtres benefiting the Fondation Jean Lapointe since 2017. He is very active on LinkedIn, where he promotes financial literacy and shares his outlook on the wealth management industry. He also regularly contributes to The Globe and Mail. Mr. Durocher has a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from HEC-Montréal and a Masters degree in Business Administration (MBA) from Université de Sherbrooke.
Connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathandurocher/
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The podcast currently has 129 episodes available.