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    Gritty is the New Pretty

    The Gritty is the New Pretty podcast is brought to you by GRIT CITY WOMEN, a female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners and leaders in Tacoma.  In this podcast we will feature GCW members, current events and discuss topics ranging from business-leadership-relationships and more!

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    Episodes (20)

    19. Dona Ponepinto, CEO of United Way Pierce County

    19. Dona Ponepinto, CEO of United Way Pierce County

    Dona is currently the President and CEO for United Way of Pierce County. She is active with United Way at both the state and national level where she has served as the chair for the United Ways of the Pacific Northwest and is a past co-chair of the Black Professionals Leadership Alliance, made up of United Way CEOs from across the country. Dona has consistently been very engaged in her community and has demonstrated strong leadership through service and board membership. She is a member of the Junior League Tacoma and is currently the President of the Association of Junior Leagues International.

    Join us as we discuss:

    • United Way's Mission
    • What a CEO Does
    • Importance of Women Mentorship
    Gritty is the New Pretty
    enFebruary 25, 2024

    18. Ashley Looker, Certified Empowerment & Journal Coach

    18. Ashley Looker, Certified Empowerment & Journal Coach

    Ashley Looker is an ICF-certified Empowerment & Journal Coach who teaches ambitious, over-achieving humans how to slow down and detach their productivity from their worth. She is passionate about using her 20+ years of experience and love for journaling as the tool for supporting her clients who want to stop wearing ’busy’ as a badge of honor and start living a more joyful, purpose-driven life. Join us as we discuss:

    • Productivity = worthiness cycle 
    • Motivation vs inspiration
    • Benefits  of journaling

    Connect with Ashley:

    Gritty is the New Pretty
    enFebruary 03, 2024

    17. Jessica Johnston, Director of Court House Square

    17. Jessica Johnston, Director of Court House Square

    Jessica Johnston is the Director of a vibrant and historical Tacoma landmark, Court House Square. With a wide range of experience Jessica also serves her community as the chair of the Tacoma's City Events and Recognition Committee and proudly sits on the Board for Downtown Tacoma Partnership as the Vice-President. She has lent her voice to help raise awareness and education for business entrepreneurs with the Spaceworks program and safety concerns with Tacoma Business Council. More recently she has started quarterly Businesswomen of Tacoma Table Talks. Join us as we discuss:

    • Finding creativity in business
    • Importance of giving yourself grace
    • How businesses can come together to serve their business community

    Linkedin 

    @CourtHouseSquareTacoma (Instagram)

    www.CourtHouseSquareTacoma.com 

    @TacomaVenuesEvents (Instagram)

    @DowntownTacomaPartnership (Instagram)

    Gritty is the New Pretty
    enDecember 16, 2023
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    16: Ruthy Taylor Owner & Broker of Mosaic Real Estate

    16: Ruthy Taylor Owner & Broker of Mosaic Real Estate
    Brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and Ruthy Taylor as they discuss:

    1. Season of life with career and family
    2. Leveraging sphere of influence to build your business
    3. Value of being intentional with social media 

    Learn more about Ruthy:
    Ruthy.MosaicRealEstate.com
    Follow : @ruthyanntaylor 
    Gritty is the New Pretty
    enOctober 07, 2023

    15: Tosha Siebert, Grit City Women Member and Assistant Director of Tacoma Water

    15: Tosha Siebert, Grit City Women Member and Assistant Director of Tacoma Water
    Brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and Tosha Siebert as they discuss:

    1. Power of female mentors
    2. Leveraging experience during interviews 3. Leading in a male dominated industry 4. Importance of seeking clarity in challenges
    Learn more about Tosha:
    Gritty is the New Pretty
    enAugust 26, 2021

    14: Julie Davidson, Head Brewer of Komadre Kombucha

    14: Julie Davidson, Head Brewer of Komadre Kombucha
    Brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and Head Brewer of Komadre Kombucha, Julie Davidson.

    1. From DIY kombucha to tap room 2. Vision behind Komadre Kombucha  3. Benefits of kombucha libations    Learn more about Julie:
    Gritty is the New Pretty
    enJune 05, 2021

    13: Liz Morrow, Interior Designer & DIY Evangelist

    13: Liz Morrow, Interior Designer & DIY Evangelist
    Brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and guest Liz Morrow, interior designer and DIY evangelist as they discuss:

    1. Empowering Women in DIY Spaces
    2. Tips and Tricks of Planning your DIY project
    3. Navigating home renovations with contractors 


    Learn more about Liz visit:
    Gritty is the New Pretty
    enMay 21, 2021

    12: Erica Chang, Tacoma Local & Yoga Extraordinaire

    12: Erica Chang, Tacoma Local & Yoga Extraordinaire
    Grit and Grind podcast is brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. 

    Join host Krystle Edwards and Erica Change, Tacoma local and Yoga extraordinaire as we discuss Erica's journey to finding her sweet spot in life.

    • Being comfortable with being uncomfortable
    • Benefits of Yoga
    • Importance of tansitions
    • Being ok with bad days!

    Learn more about Erica:
    Gritty is the New Pretty
    enApril 23, 2021

    11: Chef Chantel Jackson

    11: Chef Chantel Jackson
    Grit and Grind podcast is brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. 

    Join host Krystle Edwards and Entrepreneur and Chef Chantel Jackson of Thyme Well Spent as we discuss Chantel's journey and big things she is bringing to Tacoma!


    • Breaking into the food business
    • Grass roots learning by doing
    • Overcoming obstacles 
    • Power of love and positive attitude

    Learn more about Chef Chantel:
    Gritty is the New Pretty
    enMarch 11, 2021

    9: Sharon Chambers-Gordon, CEO & Founder of Raising Girls

    9: Sharon Chambers-Gordon, CEO & Founder of Raising Girls
    Grit and Grind podcast is brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and Sharon Chambers-Gordon, Founder and CEO of Raising Girls. Raising Girls provides necessary hygiene products to girls in the South Sound to eliminate humiliation, promote pride, and share love with thousands of girls in our community.
    1. Raising Girls Organization 2. Period Education for Male teachers 3. Period Poverty in the US 4. Ending Period Poverty  5. How COVID-19 has affected access to hygiene products

    Learn more about Sharon and Raising Girls:
    Gritty is the New Pretty
    enDecember 13, 2020

    8: Meredith McMahon, real estate agent and GCW member

    8: Meredith McMahon, real estate agent and GCW member
    Grit and Grind podcast is brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and Meridith McMahon while they discuss:

    1. Buying and selling during the COVID-19 pandemic
    2. Insight for first time buyers
    3. Commonly asked questions
    4. Local Market 

    Learn more about Meredith at https://meredithm.johnlscott.com or follow her on instagram at meredithmrealty.




    Gritty is the New Pretty
    enOctober 17, 2020

    7: Dr. Brooke Winner, Medical Director Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery

    7: Dr. Brooke Winner, Medical Director Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery
    Grit and Grind podcast is brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and special guest  Dr. Brooke Winner, Medical Director Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery at Swedish Medical Center. July is Fibriod awareness month. In this episode, host Krystle Edwards shares her recent experience with fibriods and an uncertain diagnosis.

    1. July is Fibriod Awareness Month
    2. My Story and why I choose Dr. Winner
    3. Fibroids and treatment options currently available
    4. Dr. Winners work to educate women about minimally invasive treatments
    5. Surgery during a pandemic


    Learn more about Dr. Winner:
    Gritty is the New Pretty
    enJuly 13, 2020

    6: Special Guest Tammy Birklid, Principle owner of Merit Construction

    6: Special Guest Tammy Birklid, Principle owner of Merit Construction
    Grit and Grind podcast is brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and special guest and principle owner of Merit Construction, Tammy Birklid while we discuss:

    1. Leading a thriving company in the male-dominated construction industry
    2. Leading a company where all employees feel like owners in that they’re valued and are encouraged and equipped to thrive
    3. Equality in the workplace is less about titles and more about men and women working together to leverage their unique skillsets and perspectives for the betterment of the entire company 
    4.  Running a business and supporting our community during the COVID-19 crisis

    Learn more about Tammy:
    Gritty is the New Pretty
    enApril 29, 2020

    5: Episode 5: Erin Dietz EAMP & Owner of Blue Peacock Acupuncture

    5: Episode 5: Erin Dietz EAMP & Owner of Blue Peacock Acupuncture
    Grit and Grind podcast is brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners. and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and Grit City Women Charter Member Erin Dietz while we discuss:

    1. Impact of COVID 19 on Blue Peacock Acupuncture
    2. Adapting to the new normal
    3. Tips for in home stress relief
    4.  Scaling back into business

    Learn more about Erin:
    Gritty is the New Pretty
    enApril 20, 2020

    4: Episode 4: Allie Corrigan Senior Consultant and Owner of The Business Shoppe

    4: Episode 4: Allie Corrigan Senior Consultant and Owner of The Business Shoppe
    Grit and Grind podcast is brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners. and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and Grit City Women Charter Member Allie Corrigan while we discuss:

    1. When to let go
    2. Obstacles female entrepreneurs face 
    3. Being unapologetic 
    4.  Defying the cookie cutter mindset 
    Learn more about Allie:
    Gritty is the New Pretty
    enMarch 31, 2020

    3: Episode 3: Dr. Mandi Murtaugh, Physical Therapist and Women's Health Specialist

    3: Episode 3: Dr. Mandi Murtaugh, Physical Therapist and Women's Health Specialist
    GCW member Dr. Mandi Murtaugh is a physical therapist and women's health specialist in Tacoma. Mandi recently opened her new practice with the mission to empower women to understand their bodies and the benefits of pelvic floor PT that challenge the social patriarchal taboo surrounding women's health.

    • Women's Health & Pregnancy 
    • Moon Cycles & Business
    • Networking

    Dr. Mandi Murtaugh
    Moon Calendar
    Grit City Women

    Gritty is the New Pretty
    enNovember 24, 2019
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