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Explore "how women inspire" with insightful episodes like "The How Women Lead Credo with Julie Castro Abrams", "Unlocking Higher Returns and Lower Risk Through Gender Diversity in Finance with Ruth Shaber", "Leadership, Longevity, and the Modern Matriarchy with Barbara Waxman", "Advancing Diversity in the Boardroom with Robin L. Washington" and "Transforming Communication Skills to Find Your Voice with Liz Sklar" from podcasts like ""How Women Inspire: Invest, Lead, Give", "How Women Inspire: Invest, Lead, Give", "How Women Inspire: Invest, Lead, Give", "How Women Inspire: Invest, Lead, Give" and "How Women Inspire: Invest, Lead, Give"" and more!

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The How Women Lead Credo with Julie Castro Abrams

When women are in positions of power and influence, it’s better for people, profits, and the planet. But society up to this point has not been conditioned to see women as influential, successful leaders. We at How Women Lead are working to change how the world perceives women leaders and our credo is our guiding light on this journey. Today we are compiling Julie’s episodes about the four tenets of our credo into one place to inspire and motivate you to help us in our cultural transformation. This week’s episode 105 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about the How Women Lead credo!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Julie Castro Abrams is sharing the importance of reinforcing the voices of other women and actionable steps you can take right now to be unabashedly visible in whatever you do.

Some of the talking points Julie goes over in this episode include:

The importance of creating a countercultural credo to amplify women’s leadership and capabilities.
Empowering women through making connections and using your network to benefit others.
Combatting the cultural dismissal of women’s voices through media representation.
Julie’s personal journey in overcoming self-doubt and a fear of public speaking.

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en-usFebruary 28, 2024

Unlocking Higher Returns and Lower Risk Through Gender Diversity in Finance with Ruth Shaber

While we have made strides in increasing women’s representation in investment management roles, male portfolio managers still control around 12 and a half times more capital than women. This lack of diversity in making investing decisions leads to a lack of funding for women-owned and diverse businesses. Without more perspectives in the room, everyone misses out on opportunities that will benefit the many. Ruth Shaber is here today to discuss her work driving gender diversity in portfolio decisions, her experience founding reproductive health ventures, and much more. This week’s episode 104 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about unlocking higher returns and lower risk through gender diversity in finance!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Ruth Shaber shares the importance of diversity in asset allocation decisions and actionable steps you can take right now to increase gender diversity in your portfolio.

Ruth Shaber, MD is the Founder and President of the Tara Health Foundation. This foundation advances health and economic justice by transferring all of our resources and assets to invest in and elevate solutions at the intersection of race and gender. Ruth is also the co-founder and board chair of Rhia Ventures, a group of foundations and investors that collaborate to bring new types of capital and enterprise to the field of reproductive health in the United States. Recently, Ruth co-authored “The XX Edge: Unlocking Higher Returns and Lower Risk”.

Some of the talking points Julie and Ruth go over in this episode include:

Prioritizing women's health and reproductive rights and seeking to address systemic issues.
Women and men’s different approaches to decision-making.
The importance of bringing one’s full, authentic self to the table including lived experiences.
How women are often closer to the problems they're trying to solve, bringing unique perspectives and innovation to the table.

To order Ruth’s book, The XX Edge: Unlocking Higher Returns and Lower Risk, you can head to https://thexxedge.com/ today!

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Leadership, Longevity, and the Modern Matriarchy with Barbara Waxman

As women reach midlife, we find that not only our physical selves change but also our values, leadership styles, and how we want to leave an impact in the world. And as we live longer lives with more years in “middlescence”, we are searching for new techniques and advice for navigating this stage. Barbara Waxman, a leadership coach with expertise in gerontology and life stages, is here this week to explain the concept of “middlescence”, how we change as we age, steps we can take now to increase our longevity, and more! This week’s episode 103 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about leadership, longevity, and the modern matriarchy!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Barbara Waxman shares the importance of self-reflection and intellectual curiosity in the next stage of life and actionable steps you can take right now to reverse engineer your life for joy and independence at age 100.

Barbara Waxman, founder of Odyssey Group Coaching, is passionate about building leaders’ personal and professional skills so they can thrive while increasing their ability to manage complexity and maximize their effectiveness. With over two decades of experience coaching CEOs, C-suite leaders, and entrepreneurs, Barbara utilizes a holistic approach to help clients lead and communicate authentically, sustain high performance, and expand their influence and impact.

Some of the talking points Julie and Barbara go over in this episode include:

Recognizing and valuing the through lines of our life's journey in forming our authentic, powerful leadership.
The concept of the “modern matriarchy” and how it affects our leadership as women.
The new life stage known as “middlescence” and how it affects our careers, personal lives, and everything in between.
The importance of maintaining meaningful connections and relationships, especially with other women, during periods of change and growth.

Barbara’s Seven Lifestyle Levers Assessment and her weekly newsletter are available through her website. Don’t forget to check them out!

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Advancing Diversity in the Boardroom with Robin L. Washington

As we continue to seek more diverse voices in the corporate world and demand more representation for women and People of Color, we see experienced women leaders leading the demand for change. Robin L. Washington, who joins us on the podcast today, is the Co-founder of Black Women on Boards, an organization that removes obstacles that the world’s top Black female executives can face when pursuing board of director appointments. We talk about authenticity in the workplace, diversity of thought and representation at the board and C-suite level, and so much more. This week’s episode 102 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about advancing diversity in the boardroom and c-suite!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Robin Washington is sharing the importance of diversity of thought and inclusivity in business and actionable steps you can take right now to create space for authenticity through your leadership.

Robin L. Washington is a Fortune 100 board member and operating executive, currently serving on the boards of Alphabet, Honeywell, and Salesforce, where she is the Lead Independent Director. A CFO with significant expertise in Life Sciences and Enterprise Software, Robin is passionate about human capital management and deeply committed to accelerating the next generation of innovative leaders and entrepreneurs. Robins is the Co-founder of Black Women on Boards, and the recipient of the Get on Board Week Fearless Leader Award through How Women Lead.

Some of the talking points Julie and Robin go over in this episode include:

Robin’s top ten words of wisdom for women everywhere.
The importance of creating space for your employees and team members to be their authentic selves.
Using leadership to inspire and set direction, not task management.
The importance of diversity of thought and increasing representation in business.

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Transforming Communication Skills to Find Your Voice with Liz Sklar

At How Women Lead, we strongly believe in women finding their voice and being unabashedly visible in what they do. But finding your voice and learning to use it for your mission does not come naturally to everyone. Liz Sklar, actress and Director at Stand & Deliver, helps leaders across all industries find their voice and use it to be effective, inspiring leaders. She’s here today to talk about her journey, how you can find your unique voice, and much more! This week’s episode 101 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about improving your communication skills to find your voice!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Liz Sklar is sharing the importance of choosing to believe in yourself and your voice and actionable steps you can take right now to take care of yourself in today’s stressful world.

In her work with clients including Genentech, Gilead, Twilio, Google, IVP, CZI, Waymo, and the Cartier Women’s Initiative, Liz’s work has crossed industries from pharma to finance and frequently focuses on leaders in the innovation economy. She is especially inspired by female entrepreneurs and executives and is invested in empowering them to harness their innate power and wisdom to further their careers and expand their missions. Liz has acted professionally in both film and theater, including leading roles at premier regional theaters such as the California Shakespeare Festival and American Conservatory Theatre.

Some of the talking points Julie and Liz go over in this episode include:

How Liz’s experience in theatre informs her leadership coaching in the corporate world.
Emphasizing the value of finding and showcasing one's authentic self.
Managing stress and influencing without authority in the workplace.
Empowering women leaders through empathy and public speaking.

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en-usJanuary 31, 2024

Be Unabashedly Visible [Credo #4]

Women’s voices have been and continue to be culturally dismissed and discouraged. Women are very rarely quoted in science and financial journals, as well as make up only about 25% of all of the people who are quoted as experts in the news media. The fourth element of our credo at How Women Lead is to Be Unabashedly Visible, and today, Julie is sharing her journey to be more visible. This week’s episode 100 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about being unabashedly visible!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Julie Castro Abrams is sharing the importance of public speaking in creating change and actionable steps you can take right now to be visible and take up space.

Some of the talking points Julie goes over in this episode include:

The cultural narratives that hold women back that we have heard from a young age.
Embracing your power and influence, and overcoming self-doubt.
How public speaking can create change and how you can improve your public speaking skills.

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en-usJanuary 24, 2024

Amplifying Your Voice and Message with Denise Brosseau, Founder and CEO of Thought Leadership Lab [Rerelease]

Women have powerful voices and have been using them to voice concerns and demand change forever. But when society is full of naysayers and those who undervalue women, it can be easy to back off of your convictions. Denise Brosseau has been on a mission for decades to help women crystalize their voices and use them to stand up for the causes they believe in. Today, she is here to talk about her causes and how she helps women find their voices! This week’s episode 99 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about amplifying your voice and message!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Denise Brosseau is sharing the importance of trusting ourselves and actionable steps you can take right now to start finding your voice.

Denise Brosseau is a thought leader, strategist, author, and CEO of Thought Leadership Lab. Passionate about amplifying inspiring voices, she assists leaders and changemakers in expanding their influence and impact. As the co-founder of Watermark (now Upward) and Springboard Enterprises, Denise champions women-led companies and their access to capital.

Some of the talking points Julie and Denise go over in this episode include:

How Denise’s time at Wellesley College shaped her career.
The importance of seeing women in leadership roles and how it inspires other women.
Exploring the role of leaders in using voice and platform for moral leadership.
How purely performative acts of solidarity hurt companies in the long run.

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en-usJanuary 17, 2024

Using Technology To Increase Access To Youth Mental Health Services with Kenzie Butera Davis

Content warning: Discussion of sexual assault, eating disorders, and suicide.

There is a youth mental health crisis in the United States. On average, there is an 11-year age gap in youth mental health between when children experience their first symptoms and signals of mental illness to the first intervention and seeking of treatment. Kenzie Butera Davis started Maro to eliminate that age gap and provide early intervention and risk detection starting with a school-based mental health screening. She is here today to talk to us about the strides Maro has made thus far and how we can support their mission. This week’s episode 98 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about using technology to increase access to youth mental health services!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Kenzie Butera Davis is sharing the importance of screening for mental health symptoms at school and actionable steps you can take right now to support Maro and its mission to screen 1 million kids.

Kenzie Butera Davis is the Founder and CEO of Maro, a digital health company that has been awarded the Leading Innovative Early-Stage Pediatric Health Company by Oracle Cerner and the World's Most Innovative Ed Tech Startup by ASU GSB for their work at the intersection of healthcare and education. Maro makes mental health an asset to student success instead of a roadblock by screening for warning signs of mental health problems in students and working with schools to engage families and provide access to resources.

Some of the talking points Julie and Kenzie go over in this episode include:

When Kenzie knew Maro was starting to make a difference.
Tracking social return on investment in addition to financial return on investment.
The importance of mental health screenings for children at school.
Building partnerships with schools and mental health providers.

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en-usJanuary 10, 2024

Julie Castro Abrams' Journey of Philanthropy and Impact [Rerelease]

Content Warning: This episode includes mention of child and animal neglect and abuse.

There’s a developmental stage between 45-65 where having an impact is one of the most important parts of this stage in our lives and it is so important to take a moment to reflect on the impact we want to have on the world. In this week’s episode 97 of How Women Inspire Podcast, Julie shares her journey of philanthropy and impact!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Julie Castro Abrams shares how her childhood experiences were the foundation for her decision early in life to spend the rest of her life trying to make the world a better place and reflecting on her continued efforts to open her heart and door to others by caring for them and loving and accepting them as they are.

Some of the talking points Julie goes over in this episode include:

Being cognizant of the power dynamics in nonprofit organizations and setting realistic expectations of gratitude.
Sharing Maimonides ‘Ladder of Philanthropy’ and the high value placed on philanthropy through partnership.
The 3 levels of impact Julie focuses on and examples of how this has played out in her life.
Encouraging you to have a north star of your own values to drive the impact and influence you have on the world.

Julie shares her story to show that being a life-long philanthropist and living a life of service is not easy but the gifts that come for both you and the people you help are immeasurable.

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Thinking Differently and Providing Your Unique Perspective with Kristyn Shapiro

We’re always talking about diversity and the importance of having different perspectives in the room where decisions are made in every organization. Asking questions others haven’t thought of and offering a new way to look at a problem allows for a more informed decision to be made, no matter the issue. No one knows this better than Kristyn Shapiro, who has spent much of her career at the FBI as a senior executive and now at Guidehouse, helping organizations make tough decisions and guiding them through crises. Kristyn is here this week to talk about how her different perspective helped her have a strong presence in her career and so much more. This week’s episode 96 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about thinking differently and providing your unique perspective in every situation!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Kristyn Shapiro is sharing the importance of recognizing that your perspective is different than those around you and actionable steps you can take right now to reach out and give others a voice.

Kristyn Shapiro is an Associate Director of Defense and Security at Guidehouse, a leading global provider of consulting services to the public sector and commercial markets, with broad capabilities in management, technology, and risk consulting. She excels at bringing organizations from chaos to organization after spending 11 years with the FBI and six years with the Office of Naval Intelligence. Kristyn also thrives in environments where she can bring her outsider view to rethink how things have always been done.

Some of the talking points Julie and Kristyn go over in this episode include:

Are women better leaders during times of crisis?
Challenging groupthink with your unique perspective.
Advocating for others' voices and leaning into the way you think.
Don’t be afraid to ask questions, others might have the same questions and not speak up.

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en-usDecember 20, 2023

Empowering Single Mothers Through Economic Opportunity with Danika Dellor

Poverty is a growing problem in the United States and 35% of single mothers face living in poverty. Eliminating poverty will take systemic and legislative change, but the fight against poverty begins and is currently most impactful at the local level through non-profits. These organizations strive to provide access to education and resources to those in need. WANDA, headed by Danika Dellor, strives to connect single mothers with these resources and teach women that of all the assets, they are the most valuable. Today, Danika Dellor is here to talk to us about all of that and more. This week’s episode 95 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about empowering single mothers through economic opportunity!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Danika Dellor shares the importance of recognizing individuals as their best assets and actionable steps you can take right now to involve diverse voices in your decision-making process.

Danika Dellor is the President and CEO of WANDA Silicon Valley. Danika brings a wealth of executive and fundraising experience accumulated over many years working with various growth-based nonprofit organizations. Her track record includes cultivating and sustaining philanthropic relations with foundations, donors, government agencies, and civic organizations. Danika’s expertise extends to establishing organizational policy, strategy, and program design in the fields of education, arts, health, and human services.

Some of the talking points Julie and Danika go over in this episode include:

The importance of recognizing individuals as their own best assets.
A framework for combatting poverty, including private, public, and open assets.
Universal Basic Income as a stepping stone for systemic change.
The importance of having diverse voices in making decisions in the non-profit space.

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en-usDecember 13, 2023

The Role of Women in Climate Tech with Linda Kinney

Climate change is a constant topic of conversation. And while headlines may seem bleak, the climate technology sector continues to grow and innovate to improve our use of resources and impact on the environment. With this sector expected to continue to see rapid substantial growth, it’s time for women to explore it as an option, no matter their professional field. Linda Kinney is here today to talk about the lack of women in climate tech, and what we can do to change it. This week’s episode 94 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about the role of women in climate tech!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Linda Kinney shares the importance of encouraging women to take jobs in climate technology and actionable steps you can take right now to invest in the future of climate technology companies.

Linda Kinney is a climate tech visionary who served as the head of ESG and Product Regulatory Legal at Intel, which is repeatedly ranked at the top of Barron's list of the most sustainable public companies. She's an impact investor and plays an active role in advising climate tech CEOs and leadership teams. Before she moved to the private sector. Linda served in the federal government during three administrations, receiving the highest levels of civil service appointment as a career member of the senior executive service.

Some of the talking points Julie and Linda go over in this episode include:

Linda’s hope for climate technology because of government and private sector investment in climate tech.
The current lack of women’s involvement in climate tech.
Educating and empowering women to enter the climate tech space, no matter their career field.
Adjusting investments on both personal and corporate levels to include climate technology.

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en-usDecember 06, 2023

Unlocking Women’s Financial Power with Barbara Pierce

The majority of invested assets owned by women are not managed by women. Only 1.4% of assets are managed by women and people of color combined! With up to 70% of wealth projected to be controlled by women by 2030, that gender gap simply won’t do. Barbara Pierce, founder of Women with Capital, has made it her mission to empower women with financial literacy and teach women that they are in control of their investments. She is here today to talk about the community she has created with Women with Capital, and how women should be thinking about their investments. This week’s episode 93 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about unlocking women’s financial power!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Barbara Pierce is sharing the importance of financial and investing literacy for women and actionable steps you can take right now to take control of your own wealth management, while still being supported by professionals.

Barbara is the founder of Women with Capital, a private learning community to inspire, educate, and support women in using their wealth as a tool for change. In addition to her roles as an individual investor and founder of Women with Capital®, Barbara has 25 years of experience facilitating partnerships between top philanthropists and nonprofits.

Some of the talking points Julie and Barbara go over in this episode include:

Realizing early that investing is the key to building wealth.
Empowering women through financial literacy and investing, especially for social good.
The problem of women’s wealth predominantly being managed by men.
The psychology of wealth and how it guides people's actions, beliefs, and feelings of worthiness.

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Investing in Women of Color Entrepreneurs with Victoria Kennedy

The technology industry is predominantly led by white men under the age of 45. While this has been the case for a long time, many different types of founders are starting to enter the space and attempting to get venture funding. Venture firms and funds that focus on often underrepresented founders, especially women of color, are truly making an impact in the technology space and paving the way to change other investor’s attitudes toward whom they invest in. Victoria Kennedy is here to talk about Seed to Harvest Ventures and how they put women of color first in their firm. This week’s episode 92 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about investing in women of color entrepreneurs and founders!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Julie Castro Abrams and Victoria Kennedy share the importance of using one's existing skills and strengths to pursue their passions and actionable steps you can take right now to build community and network as you seek funding.

Victoria Kennedy is the Founder and GP at Seed to Harvest Ventures, a venture firm committed to setting up early-stage companies that are historically overlooked and providing them with education, resources, and connections to scale their business. Victoria has unparalleled expertise in building products and assembling high-performance teams and has consulted for companies like Goldman Sachs and The Today Show with NBC.

Some of the talking points Julie and Victoria go over in this episode include:

Transitioning careers from a product leader to starting a venture firm.
Women of color founders deliver 35% higher ROIs than white male founders.
The challenges of being a black woman in a predominantly white male-led industry.
Using your existing skills to pursue your passions.

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en-usNovember 22, 2023

Investing and Innovation in Food Technology with Brita Rosenheim

Food technology and the food industry is a $9 trillion business, but most people wouldn’t think of it. Food and how we eat is often seen as a far more personal choice than a large industry. Because of this, there is ample opportunity for investors to get involved in the early stages of many companies. Brita Rosenheim is here today to talk about her experience in the food industry and how it will change in the years to come. This week’s episode 91 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about investing opportunities and innovation in food technology!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Brita Rosenheim is sharing the importance of specialization in venture capital and actionable steps you can take right now to support new food chain technology.

Brita Rosenheim is the Managing Partner at Vita Vera Ventures, a venture firm that supports early-stage tech entrepreneurs defining our future by advancing the resiliency, efficiency, and sustainability of the food industry. Brita has been recognized as an expert on the food tech ecosystem for over a decade; recently named a “Tech Power Player” from BI and featured in NRN's annual "Power List" for the industry. She has 20 years of experience as a food & tech investor, M&A advisor, and corporate development professional.

Some of the talking points Julie and Brita go over in this episode include:

The intersection of technology and the food supply chain.
How the food industry is ubiquitous and recession-proof, yet is often overlooked as an investment opportunity.
The need for digitization in the food technology industry to lay a foundation for progress.
Vita Vera’s commitment to investing in companies with diverse leadership.

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The Intersection of Impact and Investing with AdaPia d'Errico

For many of us, we were told that talking openly about money was rude or even taboo. But times have changed, and financially empowering women is not only good for women but good for everyone. We see time and time again that when money is in the hands of women, they invest in the common good and bring everyone up with them. AdaPia d’Errico is here this week to talk about her journey of teaching women in her life about money, the impact of women’s investing, and more. This week’s episode 90 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about the intersection of impact and women’s investing!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, AdaPia d’Errico shares the importance of financial literacy for women and actionable steps you can take right now to support women-owned projects.

AdaPia d'Errico is an accomplished entrepreneur, investor, and advisor with over 20 years of experience in the financial industry. AdaPia’s 20-year career has spanned banking, insurance, hedge funds, private equity, real estate, venture capital, and digital assets. As a founder, angel investor, lifelong entrepreneur, and advisor, AdaPia brings a wealth of acumen and experience to the table.

Some of the talking points Julie and AdaPia go over in this episode include:

The importance of demystifying money for women.
How and why women’s investments are hugely impactful, changing everything for the better.
The massive transfer of wealth happening and the shifting landscape of women’s finances.
AdaPia’s journey in angel investing and wanting to support women founders and learn alongside them.

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en-usNovember 08, 2023

Reinforce Her Voice [Credo #3]

Every woman has an instance in her childhood where her voice was ignored. Maybe she was told to be seen and not heard, maybe she was looked over in class to speak, or maybe she was told to take up less space. This cultural bias against women’s voices needs to be put to an end and it starts with us supporting one another and speaking up to affirm another woman and make her voice heard. This week’s episode 89 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about reinforcing women’s voices when they speak up!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Julie Castro Abrams shares the importance of supporting other women when they speak and actionable steps you can take right now to open opportunities for women’s voices to be heard.

Some of the talking points Julie goes over in this episode include:

Women being ignored is a cultural problem, not an isolated incident.
How Harvard Business School documented gender bias that kept women from reaping the full benefits of attending the school.
All women have been told to be seen and not heard as children, and this carries over well into adulthood.
Steps we can take to open doors and create opportunities for ourselves and the women around us.

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en-usNovember 01, 2023

Leveraging AI to Empower Diverse Entrepreneurs with Winsome Kirton

We often hear the importance of shopping locally, shopping small businesses, and purchasing from minority and underrepresented groups. And while this is quite easy to do on a personal level, it’s more difficult to accomplish on a company- or corporate-wide level. Not all smaller businesses are equipped to handle large requests, and often getting ESG certifications is too difficult and time-consuming for the small business owner. Today, Winsome Kirton is here to talk about her journey creating Heard.io to help close those gaps. This week’s episode 88 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about leveraging AI to empower diver entrepreneurs!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Winsome Kirton is sharing the importance of supporting small and ESG-aligned businesses on a larger scale and actionable steps you can take right now to encourage your employer to seek small businesses for their corporate gifting needs.

Winsome Kirton is the founder and CEO of Heard.io, a B2B ecosystem that drives and measures social impact by connecting businesses with companies that meet their ESG goals. After working as a media director and working on her first startup, Pack Elephant, Winsome realized how difficult it was to work with small and diverse-owned businesses on a big scale. She started Heard.io to combat those difficulties and allow companies to shop thoughtfully and intentionally for their corporate gifting needs.

Some of the talking points Julie and Winsome go over in this episode include:

Recognizing and addressing imposter syndrome in high-achieving women.
Challenges faced by small businesses in reaching ESG certifications.
Using AI to vet small businesses for diversity and ESG dimensions for greater visibility.
The importance of supporting small businesses and ESG-aligned companies during the holiday season.

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en-usOctober 25, 2023

Inspiring Service and Leadership with Benita Fitzgerald Mosley

Earlier this year, the Surgeon General released an advisory about an “epidemic of loneliness” here in the United States, and steps we can take to increase community connections. One effective step someone can take to increase their community and social connections is to volunteer and serve their community. Benita Mosley, CEO of Multiplying Good, is here today to discuss her mission to promote service, introduce young people to service, and more. This week’s episode 87 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about inspiring service and leadership!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Benita Mosley shares the importance of self-belief and service in achieving success and actionable steps you can take right now to get involved in your community.

Benita Fitzgerald Mosley is an Olympic gold medalist and an established international leader in the sports and business sectors and has a passion for helping people and organizations win gold medals in life and work. With over 20 years of experience leading organizations, Mosley aims to bring her vast leadership and media experience to lead Multiplying Good into the organization’s next chapter of growth and success. Mosley also served as the Vice President of Community and Impact and President of FundPlay Foundation for LeagueApps, and Chief Executive Officer of Laureus Sport for Good Foundation USA.

Some of the talking points Julie and Benita go over in this episode include:

Benita’s family's legacy of service, leadership, and civil rights activism.
How to make a positive impact in the community by leveraging personal gifts and expertise.
The rewards and challenges of transitioning from professional athlete to corporate roles.
The importance of self-belief, and why more women need to think, ‘Why not me?’.

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en-usOctober 18, 2023

Refashioning the Global Supply Chain for Sustainability with Lisa Morales-Hellebo

The global supply chain has been under the spotlight more and more since the COVID-19 pandemic caused massive disruptions. Supply chain technology is growing and changing, but what can we do to manage and change the supply chain to be more sustainable, especially in industries like fashion? Lisa Morales-Hellebo is here to talk about sustainability in the global supply chain and fashion industries today. This week’s episode 86 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about refashioning the global supply chain for sustainability!

In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Lisa Morales-Hellebo shares the importance of finding your people and actionable steps you can take right now to reduce your textile consumption and waste.

Lisa Morales-Hellebo is passionate about helping fashion tech and supply chain startups achieve industry adoption and growth. As a VC, seasoned entrepreneur, product strategist, and community builder, Lisa knows what it takes to spot and coach a winning team — backed by 25 years of working with startups to F500s on strategy and execution across branding, product development, and innovation. Lisa is currently co-founder of The Worldwide Supply Chain Federation, an organization that is changing how supply chain professionals learn about, collaborate, and adopt supply chain innovation around the world. She is also co-founder and general partner of REFASHIOND Ventures — an NYC-based, early-stage supply chain technology venture fund that invests in startups refashioning global supply chains.

Some of the talking points Julie and Lisa go over in this episode include:

Why digitizing supply chains is the key to solving the climate crisis.
How fast fashion is unsustainable and how overproduction and consumer addiction must be addressed through disruption or legislation.
The role of venture capital in the fashion industry.
The impact of microplastics on human health and the importance of eliminating poly and microplastics from daily life.

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