Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Heather Lovato on to talk about her life as a mompreneur PR extraordinare! Heather, CEO of clover PR , has nurtured her brand baby to be a multi-million dollar PR firm representing game-changers in beauty, health and fitness, wellness, and motherhood. When she's not slinging press you can find her on her podcast, A Space for Sōl , and connecting with other mommas. In this episode, Heather and I talk about: - What true PR really entails - How to...
Oct 12, 2021•59 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Susie Kahlich on to talk about how Susie took control and has been helping other women do the same. A note to our listeners this week from Madeline— ”I want to make a point to let you know that we’re talking about some tougher conversations in this episode, particularly when it comes to assault and violence against women.” We are overcome with all the emotions after this amazing conversation with Susie Kahlich, Founder of Pretty Deadly Self ...
Oct 05, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 29
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Ebony Andersen on to talk about how she made a splash in the white male-dominated cannabis industry! This is NOT a drill. When we say you will relate—you WILL. This week’s resilient podcast guest has faced some seriously overwhelming, strenuous obstacles—and rose to face them head-on. Let’s hear a loud virtual applause for trailblazer Ebony Andersen, Partner of Josephine & Billie's and Chief Operating Officer Ball Family Farms . In this ...
Sep 28, 2021•58 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Hannah Smolinski on to talk about her insight into starting a company, working with small businesses, advocating for yourself, and rolling with the business punches! Our podcast guest this week has pushed the boundaries of what it looks like to be an accountant and in turn, she became CEO and Founder of Clara CFO Group . We give a BIG Finding Fearless welcome to Hannah Smolinski; Enneagram three and overachiever. Madeline deems Hannah a “financ...
Sep 21, 2021•48 min•Season 2Ep. 27
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Kimberly Didrikson on to talk about the amazing ways she’s creating a path for women, parents, and her company. “We are watching history being changed, BY WOMEN,” says Kimberly Didrikson, CEO and Founder of Learning Motherhood . And we couldn’t agree more. Hearing Kimberly’s story is inspiring and made us think about all the hats that parents wear in addition to mom or dad. In this episode, Kimberly and I cover: - Tips on how to maintain sanity...
Sep 14, 2021•50 min•Season 2Ep. 26
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Michele Fujii on to talk about how Michelle’s passion for healing people led her to create an intentional business for her community. Michele is a mother, licensed acupuncturist, and owner of Fujii Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine in Poulsbo, WA. In this episode, Michele and I talk about: - How acupuncture set her on a path of self-discovery, self-confidence, and business ownership - The myths of acupuncture and how to debunk them - What is wa...
Aug 30, 2021•51 min•Season 2Ep. 25
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Melissa Johnson on to talk about how Melissa’s love for coffee quite literally fueled her. A strong, coffee-loving woman is just who we needed to hear from this week. Melissa Johnson, Owner of Vintage Bee Traveling Espresso & Cold Brew , brings an amazing perspective on mental health, changing careers, and doing what you love NOW, instead of later. In this episode, Melissa and I cover: - The importance of setting the foundation to do what y...
Aug 23, 2021•40 min•Season 2Ep. 24
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Kristen on to talk about how she stopped following the “norms” of the accounting world and wrote her own rules From being timid about starting her own business, to being Founder and CEO of an incredible bookkeeping and advising firm, Breakaway Bookkeeping & Advising , Kristen Keats is a “bad a** b*tch,” says her 18-year-old son. We’d have to agree. In this episode, Kristen and I cover: - What it looks like to be successful as a mother - The...
Aug 16, 2021•53 min•Season 2Ep. 23
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Selina Meere on to talk about how she threw herself into a new city, new industry, and new roles—which totally paid off. After 20 years in the publishing industry, Selina made a career pivot to fintech (how bada** is that?). She dives into the amazingness of being the VP of Marketing and Business Development at the ONLY female founded payment processing company, Park Place Payments ! In this episode, Selina and I cover: - The importance of wome...
Aug 09, 2021•50 min•Season 2Ep. 22
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have the amazing Carolyn Chu on the show to talk about all things cannabis! Designer by nature, Carolyn wanted to create cannabis rolling papers that were both luxurious and stunning in design. She followed her path by being conscious, present, and aware of her market which has led to major success. With an industry flooded with men (what’s new), her quote to live by is “absolutely no a**holes,” she says. Finding confidence to freely create has been...
Aug 02, 2021•50 min•Season 2Ep. 21
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Stephanie Xenos on to talk about Stephanie’s incredible career journey to entrepreneurship and her financial expertise. Stephanie is a self-described “recovering rocket scientist” and member of the FIRE community (Financial Independence / Retire Early). She started investing at 18, and retired at 32 from a career at NASA and SpaceX. Stephanie then founded her company, Money Muse , with the sole purpose of helping other women reach financial ind...
Jul 19, 2021•41 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have the amazing Joanna Lovering on the podcast! Joanna is an executive presence coach, workplace psychologist, and fashion stylist who helps women develop transformative leadership skills. Joanna earned her M.A. in Social-Organizational Psychology from Columbia University before taking on leadership development roles at Tiffany & Co., JetBlue, and Daily Burn, and more. After accumulating over ten years of leadership development experience, she ...
Jul 12, 2021•46 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Jenna Maenhout on to talk about her process and the ways in which she incorporates self-care into her design work. Jenna Maenhout believes in the value of self-care. A mom, CEO, and founder of home and lifestyle brand Styled Out West , she encourages listeners to design their homes to be a place of peace and serenity. In this episode, Jenna and I cover: - Why instead of listening to critics, Jenna celebrates being a mom and a career-driven woma...
Jun 28, 2021•48 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Erin Prather Stafford on to talk about how representation matters when it comes to young people feeling seen, inspired, and heard. As the mother of two young girls and holder of a Master’s degree in gender and international development, Erin Prather Stafford is acutely aware that fixing gender imbalances in the media is key to changing gender disparity everywhere. That’s why she launched the online platform Girls That Create , which supports th...
Jun 14, 2021•50 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Erin McDonald on to talk about the reality of nannying and why it deserves respect! Nanny and owner of Spilt Milk Nannies, Erin McDonald, took ownership of the small babysitting service 10 years ago as a junior at the University of Washington. Since then, she’s helped grow Spilt Milk Nannies into a highly efficient yet human-centric brand that focuses on employing the best practices for sitters and families alike. In this episode, Erin and I co...
Jun 04, 2021•43 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have an insightful conversation about spirituality with the wonderful Monica Kenton. Monica Kenton is a Life and Business Spiritual Advisor, Dream Teacher, Shaman, and Writer. She works with purpose-driven high achievers who are ready to embrace more of their unique spiritual connection. In this episode, Monica and I talk about: - Strengthening and listening to your inner voice - Dream work: what it means and why it matters - Numerology’s origins an...
May 22, 2021•50 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Heather Locke on to talk about custom building your business to suit the life you want to lead. Heather Locke is a designer, developer, and founder and CEO of Hammersmith Solutions . She has honed her business model to be uniquely suited to her needs, passions, and flow, while keeping her clients in mind. In this episode, Heather and I cover: - How to let go and pull back emotion from the process - How to build culture remotely - How to build a...
May 15, 2021•42 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have badass Valerie Smith to chat about what it takes to be fearless . Founder and CEO of Klei Beauty, a sustainable self-care brand, Valerie Smith started her business in the midst of the pandemic and shares her experience in this episode. In this episode, Valerie and I cover: - What it took to start Klei Beauty - Her secret to being a fearless entrepreneur: Confidence - The importance of community, collaboration, and confidence To learn more and t...
May 09, 2021•46 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Misti Anderson on to chat about how mindfulness can help you recover from burnout. Co-founder of The Mindful Project , Misti Anderson, is a yoga and mindfulness coach, military wife, and girl-mom of two with a passion for bringing mindfulness, meditation, and awareness into the workplace. In this episode, Misti and I cover: - How to find and use "lifelines" - How to really give mindfulness practices a chance - How much mindfulness can change yo...
Apr 30, 2021•54 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Dena Jansen on to talk about how to help women live the life of their dreams through authentic and grace-based conversations. As the founder, CEO, and Chief Inspiration Officer of Dena Speaks , Dena partners with fun-loving, strong-willed women ready to reignite the spark in their hearts, reclaim their confidence, and passionately pursue their potential. In this episode, Dena and I cover: - Finding your own definition of success - How changes i...
Apr 24, 2021•55 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Hayley Cammarata on to share how A Labor of Love came to be, how it works, and her best advice for living fearlessly. Hayley Cammarata, the founder and CEO of A Labor of Love , is one of those inspiring change-makers and is a woman on a mission. In this episode, Hayley and I cover: - What it's like to share your story online - The power of telling people how you feel - The vulnerability it takes to be fearless To learn more about Hayley and A L...
Apr 16, 2021•57 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Misty Megia on to share all of her best advice on speaking with confidence. Misty, the CEO and Creative Director of Theater of Marketing , has a unique blend of talents and skills from her 20+ years of experience in both theater and corporate speaking. Her fresh perspective shines both in her brand and in this episode. In this episode, Misty and I cover: - Finding your flow and what brings you energy - Why taking a pause is important for growin...
Apr 09, 2021•44 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! In this episode, Coco Quill, the founder and CEO of Whiskey & Woof, shares exactly how collaboration has played a part in every step of her founder journey. In this episode, Coco shares... - Some of her favorite practices for staying inspired - Advice about how small businesses can give back - How to become a dog influencer! To learn more about Coco and Whiskey and Woof, visit their website , follow them on Instagram , Facebook , Pinterest , or on Clubhouse ...
Apr 02, 2021•41 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Carla Reeves on to talk about the difference between surviving and thriving, and how to move towards thriving. Mindset coach and founder of Carla Reeves Coaching , Carla Reeves, is a champion and change agent for people who are great at being productive, but not so great at being fulfilled. She looks to lead people forward on a path of personal and professional growth to make major transformations and find deeper meaning in their lives. In this...
Mar 11, 2021•46 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Moji Igun on to talk about what sustainability really looks like. As the founder of the sustainability and zero-waste advising service Blue Daisi Consulting, Moji Igun knows the sustainability industry like the back of her hand. She leverages her diverse background and unique and holistic understanding of product life cycles to come up with creative solutions for reducing waste and creating more environmentally friendly business practices. In t...
Mar 07, 2021•47 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Kelly Campbell on to talk about the movement to redefine our approach to leadership. As a transformation coach, she helps clients hone their identity as individuals and ask hard questions about themselves so they can lead more consciously and with increased self-awareness. In this episode, Kelly and I cover: - Her holistic approach to leadership and coaching - Her best practices for conscious leadership - The inside scoop on the project she’s c...
Feb 27, 2021•43 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have the honor of chatting with the amazing Amy Evans! Amy Evans, the founder and owner of Colibri Insurance Services and the founder of Algin Women has mastered the art of networking, on and offline. In this episode, Amy and I cover: - Her top tips for networking and building relationships that actually generate revenue - How she deals with the noise of social media - And how she looks out for her mental health in the midst of the chaos that is ent...
Feb 19, 2021•47 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Bittina Erickson, the founder of Selah Life Styling & Events , to talk about change, and how to embrace it wholeheartedly. Change is scary. Entrepreneurship is scary. A global pandemic is scary. Bittina faced all of those frightening things at once in 2020 when she began her journey to finding herself again and starting her own business. In this episode, Bittina and I cover: - All the details of how she navigated a series of massive life ch...
Feb 11, 2021•45 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Andrea Pass, of Andrea Pass PR , on the show to share a wealth of actionable advice on how anyone can tackle PR and effectively share their story with the world. Andrea is a force to be reckoned with in PR and entrepreneurial circles alike. Not only has she mastered the art of storytelling, but also the art of building connections with clients and journalists alike. In this episode, Andrea and I... - Demystify the ins and outs of effective comm...
Feb 04, 2021•44 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Jasmine Childress, owner and designer of Eight Thirty Seven, on the podcast to talk about why she values collaboration over competition. Jasmine, like myself, believes that the culture of competition is incredibly harmful. If we all put more effort and intention into creating moments and spaces for genuine collaboration with others, we could make some amazing changes in the world––together. As the owner and designer of Eight Thirty Seven, Jasmi...
Jan 29, 2021•46 min•Season 2Ep. 1
