In this interview, hear from Lih Fang Chew, Global Vice President of Marketing at Quadion, as she talks about her experiences in breaking the glass ceiling and moving through different fields to experience numerous successes and achievements. Listen as she talks about her growth and development when she shifted careers, from graduating as an electrical engineer, to becoming a marketing expert for a well-established industrial company. Lih Fang also relates her own thoughts and encounters regardi...
Apr 28, 2016•28 min
In this episode, Marie Rand, co-founder and managing director of phaware global association and manager of a Broadway production company, talks about the steps she has been taking to bring global awareness to pulmonary hypertension (PH), a complex lung disease which currently has no cure. She relates her own fight for her daughter’s life against the disease, and how she has been helping the PH community by bringing her expertise into the nonprofit field. She also discusses the actions she has do...
Apr 28, 2016•29 min
Surviving – and succeeding – in corporate America while adapting to the different business cultures of Walmart, Campbell’s and Jim Beam. That’s what our guest, the “Velvet Hammer”, Mindy Mackenzie has done. She’s a speaker, author, CEO consultant and lecturer. In this episode, Mindy shares the success she had when her executive team delivered a 106% return to Beam, Inc. in a span of 4 years. Then, Mindy talks about her decision to take a step back from the corporate world to pursue other activit...
Apr 21, 2016•35 min
In today’s podcast, Maribeth interviews Cynthia Hardy Young, former C-Suite executive, and now founder and CEO of Pivot Global Partners, a global consulting firm that has helped to raise company performance in many organizations. After her start growing up in a public housing project to global business success, Cynthia truly inspires. Learn about the importance of customer connection in making tailor-fit solutions for companies in different fields, and the value of diversity in innovation and su...
Apr 13, 2016•34 min
With 30 years experience as a human resources executive for top Fortune 500 companies, Ruth Ross has used her knowledge to finetune her theory on engagement in the workplace. In this podcast, she will talk about how engagement is key in raising productivity, and some tips for both manager and employee to improve engagement. Ruth relates here the disengagement she herself experienced while working as a top executive, and how she used this realization as the foundation to build her now successful ...
Apr 07, 2016•27 min
In today’s podcast, Lisa Lamarche, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and co-founder of Milestone Wealth Advisors, talks about the importance of being financially and physically fit in order to enjoy health and wealth in the long-term. She touches on her own personal struggles and triumphs that propelled her from being an accountant at a large firm to becoming the co-owner of a company that offers clients superior, comprehensive wealth management. Lisa then talks about how she believes that physical f...
Apr 07, 2016•21 min
In this episode, speaker, author and international business leader, Margaret Heffernan, talks about her book, “Woman on Top”. She gives a few reasons why some women were able to start a business and achieve more with less. Then, she gives her opinion about gender equality in the corporate world. She explains why past diversity campaigns failed and what can be done to change the mindset of leaders about this issue. She shares her experience meeting Ted Childs, a diversity champion who is working ...
Mar 31, 2016•31 min
How can you fast track your career and perceived as a valuable asset in your organization? Let Emilia Dimenco answer those questions for you. As the President and CEO of Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC), Emilia talks about the various support they offer to several types of businesses. Having a successful 30-year career in the financial services, Emilia shares her experience in investment banking and the value of sponsorship in accelerating her career – from being an intern into becomin...
Mar 25, 2016•29 min
Debra explains how accommodating to specific needs of employees can increase the productivity and culture of an organization – just like what happened to Cisco and Cannon. As a global disability inclusion strategist, Debra discusses how global corporations and governments are taking measures to integrate people with disability into the workforce. Being a longtime entrepreneur, Debra shares her adventures and misadventures in creating her businesses. Things like building a for-profit organization...
Mar 18, 2016•39 min
In this episode, Nancy Wright, CEO for Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana, invites us to remember and re-learn the real-world skills that the Girl Scouts offer. Things like leadership, confidence and love for the community. Plus, she’ll discuss different programs available for Girl Scouts –from STEM to business communication. She’ll also share a story about her father, and how their conversation inspired Nancy to find a way to serve the community. As someone who has led several...
Mar 17, 2016•28 min
In this episode, President and CEO of the Chicago Network, Kate Bensen talks about the 4 main purposes of her organization and what needs to be done to increase diversity amongst corporate organizations. Then, she gives her views on the flexibility issues associated with being a female executive. How does a woman leader handle this challenge and what needs to be done to fulfill the balance between work and life? MBA programs have been a catalyst for growth both professionally and economically. H...
Mar 10, 2016•25 min
As the creator of MillionaireSeries.com and PMA360.com, Annette shares the ideas behind her programs. Along the way, she realized that everything has a set of formula – getting rich, becoming healthier or getting successful. And in this episode, she’ll talk about the 3 components which make up the success formula. She then talks about the belief system and the inner game that’s happening in all of us. Then, she explains the importance of reaching the Alpha stage – a certain mental level high-per...
Mar 10, 2016•30 min
Being competitive is a healthy trait. As CEO and Owner of Bedel Financial Consulting, Elaine shares her insights on how to build a successful career in the financial services – especially for women. She gives her list of things someone must possess before they go out and build their own business. Among other things, she’ll talk about the ways on how to earn your team’s loyalty and respect. Next, Elaine explains why you should be courageous enough to speak your mind — whether you’re with a client...
Mar 03, 2016•29 min
If there are two words that clearly define Chris Tieri, that’ll be grittiness and tenacity. But it’s the relationships she forges with clients that truly have brought her success. In this week’s episode, Chris brings us back in time when she had to brave the rain to make anappointment with a creative director she’s been following for so long. She’ll show us why sometimes, talent and skills can only do so much. That it also takes some grit and tenacity to get the job done. As the only certified b...
Mar 03, 2016•32 min
“I got this.” When was the last time you’ve said those words? And if things aren’t working out so well, our special guest, Kathleen Caldwell will walk you through the steps to get you on track. As a keynote speaker, business strategist and hypnotherapist, Kathleen knows a thing or two about high performers. She gives us practical lessons on how to overcome failures – the same strategies professional athletes are doing to bring back their A-game. Plus, learn her quick, simple pointer on how to wo...
Feb 25, 2016•29 min
Quick question: What are you curious about? If you’re going to ask our guest, Joanna Bloor, you’ll be surprised at what she’s bringing to the table. As someone who was compared to or associated with Bette Midler, Tony Robbins and Steve Wozniak, Joanna opens up our episode with a list of topics she’s curious about: the impact of millennials, the next phase of the Internet and 3D printing. She explains why being curious is a fundamental trait if you want to network with other people – whether they...
Feb 18, 2016•31 min
Ever heard about Forensic Accounting? If not, then you’ll in for a treat as our special guest, Elizabeth Dean shares how her passion for mathematics led her to a rather new kind of service in the financial world. As the vice-president and founding member of TM Financial Forensics LLC, Elizabeth tells her journey from doing a traditional accounting role into consulting. Along the way, she discovers key issues that impact not just her but all women who are looking to further their career in male d...
Feb 18, 2016•32 min
Tricia’s mother thought that her daughter won’t get ahead in life if she wasn’t in science. Not anymore! Taking risks and reaping the rewards has been the theme of our guest, Tricia Benn. As a lover of sociology and anthropology, Tricia found out the strong application of her passion to market research. And in this episode, she’ll talk about her 20-year career journey that started as a market researcher up to her present position as Northstar’s managing director in the US. Along the way, she lea...
Feb 11, 2016•41 min
Discover the value of authenticity, perseverance, and following your passion. That’s what our guest, Geeta Kadambi, has been doing her entire life – and it has been rewarding. As someone who has mentored young professionals, she’ll share her recommendation to people looking for a career in science and medicine. What does it take to become a successful physician or scientist? What attitude should you bring to the table? What does passion have to do when choosing the right career for you? Then, yo...
Feb 11, 2016•30 min
“If you don’t get it out there, nothing’s gonna happen.” Priceless advice from our guest, Pam Ivey Pam is the founder of Pam Ivey International – an Ontario-based online marketing company. Join Pam as she explains the essential elements of an effective, smart content marketing strategy. She’ll kick-off the show by explaining the importance of creating a client avatar and how this method helps to land new opportunities. Next, Pam talks about one of the biggest challenges in her life. She’ll share...
Feb 04, 2016•25 min
“If you’re not learning or growing, you’re dying.” Thus says our special guest, Women in the Boardroom CEO, Sheila Ronning. As the CEO and founder of Women in the Boardroom, Sheila will share her experience building her company. Next, learn why there is a need for organizations like hers to enable women to gain board positions. Listen, as she explains the reason for the shortage of women CEOs in the corporate boardroom. Plus, learn why diversity should be an important component when choosing the...
Feb 04, 2016•31 min
