22 - Dr. Joanna Slusky, Entrepreneur and Integrative Medical Optometrist
Dr. Joanna Slusky is an Entrepreneur and an Integrative Medical Optometrist with nearly twenty years of experience. She attended Northwestern University, and graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Illinois College of Optometry. In addition to providing comprehensive eye exams, Dr. Slusky is a dry eye expert, contact lens and myopia control specialist who prefers a holistic approach to eyecare. She lives and works in Chicago.
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19 - Laura Smith Biswas, Co-Founder of Cadence Communications & Research
Laura Smith Biswas is a co-founder and the Managing Principal at Cadence Communications and Research, a firm which services the health care industry specifically. Laura has an unusual background crossing the traditional and nontraditional, with an MBA from Yale University, MSS Economics and MA in Spiritual Psychology, and additional training in plant medicine, health education, and grief recovery.
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21 - Jennifer Risher, Author, Speaker, Philanthropist, Investor
March 28, 2024
Jennifer Risher is an author, speaker, philanthropist, and investor. She’s on a mission is to move money out of the taboo category and has written a book that that end called "We Need to Talk: A Memoir About Wealth" and its purpose is to help start much-needed conversations about the sometimes touchy subject of money. Jennifer is on the board of Women Moving Millions and is a member of Women Donors Network and Solidaire. She lives in San Francisco with her husband David Risher, who is the CEO of Lyft.
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20 - Anita Adams, CEO of Black Bear Diner
Anita Adams is the Chief Executive Officer of Black Bear Diner. She has over 30 years of experience, half of which has been at the executive level. Among her notable achievements is the leading of her organization through the Pandemic, no small feat, just months after taking her post as Black Bear Diner’s CEO. And she did it without a single closure. Anita was named as one of the 50 most Influential Women in Foodservice by Nation's Restaurant News.
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18 - Rona Borre, Founder and CEO of Instant Alliance
March 18, 2024
Rona Borre is a serial entrepreneur and is currently the CEO of Instant Alliance. She’s been a leader in the human capital industry for over two decades. Rona actively contributes to the Economic Club of Chicago, the Young Presidents Organization, and The Chicago Network. Her commentary on talent markets and industry trends has been featured in Crain’s Chicago, CNBC, CNN, and USA Today. She’s a mother of three. For more about Rona Borre's work, check out her firms website at https://www.instantalliance.com/
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17 - Sissie Shank, CEO of Chas Robert Air Conditioning, Inc
March 15, 2024
Sissie Roberts Shank is the CEO of Chaz Roberts air conditioning, a family owned business that's been operating for over 80 years and is now employing its 4th generation of family members. Sissie has been the President and CEO of Chas Roberts for over 23 years. She has earned many awards for her leadership including CEO of the Year from Arizona Corporate Excellence. She also serves on the boards of Knight-Swift and U-Haul.
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16 - Michelle Howland, CEO of Blue Steel Security Services
March 13, 2024
Michelle Howland is the CEO and founder of Blue Steel Security Services in Phoenix, Arizona. Michelle started her career in the multifamily housing industry and after climbing the ranks, she worked to become the owner of her own business in 2012. Her company, Blue Steel, provides security services for multifamily housing units and more.
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15 - Erin England, Founder of Diaper Concierge
March 11. 2024
Erin England is a mom, attorney, and small business owner. She has spent nearly 20 years in finance, including time in banking and as a partner at some of the world's largest law firms. Erin is a Dallas Business Journal 40 Under 40 honoree, and has been recognized by regional and national publications as a Best Lawyer in Dallas and a Best Lawyer in America. In addition to her Day Job, Erin is the Founder and CEO of Diaper Concierge, a certified woman-owned small business that installs diaper vending machines in public restrooms, specifically in places like airports, stadiums, and amusement parks across Texas. Soon in markets nationwide.
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14- Natalia Toronyi, VP of Finance, Signode Industrial Group
March 8, 2024
Natalia Toronyi is a finance, accounting and international-reporting professional. She is originally from Ukraine. In her early twenties she moved to Budapest, and after spending a number of years working for multinational companies there in Hungary, she made another international move to the United States, where she lives now. She is currently the Vice President and Treasurer for Signode Industrial Group.
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13 - Sharon Lechter, Author and Businesswoman
March 6, 2024
Sharon Lechter is an internationally recognized financial literacy expert. She is a five-time New York Times best selling author, successful entrepreneur, philanthropist and has enjoyed a 35 year career as a licensed CPA. She has also advised two US presidents on the topic of financial literacy. Her most recent book, How Money Works for Women, which was just released this past July, is a treasure trove of financial advice specifically for women.
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12 - Donna Letier, Co-Founder of Gardenuity
March 4, 2024
Our guest is Donna Letier. Donna is the co founder and CEO of Gardenuity, a company which she describes as a "tech driven wellness company aiming to democratize the gardening experience for everyone, regardless of age, location, circumstance or skill level." They are doing some really compelling stuff. And there is a link in the show notes and it is worth a look. Donna has over 20 years of retail experience in both public and private companies. She lives in Dallas with her husband and two daughters, one of whom is a Special Olympic gold medal winner.
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11 - Dr. Emily Chapman, Chief Medical Officer at Minneapolis Children’s Hospital
March 1, 2024
Today’s guest is Dr. Emily Chapman. Emily is the Chief Medical Officer and Senior Vice President of Medical Affairs for Children's Minnesota. Beyond her years of contributions directly to young patients and their families as a pediatrician, she has contributed to medical education as the Associate Director of Medical Education at Children's and Associate Program Director of the Pediatric Residency Program at the University of Minnesota. Doctor Chapman has been recognized for her contributions to work in quality improvement, patient safety, and education.