Best Aggie & Cristy Podcasts (2024)

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Navigating Romance Scams and Building Safe Dating Platforms with Nicole Drew 49:55

9d ago49:55

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Send us a text In this episode of the Badass Women in Business Podcast, hosts Cristy and Aggie welcome Nicole Drew, the founder and CEO of Rater, a dating app focused on safety and authenticity. Nicole shares her personal story of being scammed on a dating app and how this experience led her to create Rater. She talks about the challenges she faced…

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Fueling Innovation and Empowerment: Gayle Jennings-O'Byrne on Investing in Wocstars 49:23

23d ago49:23

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Send us a text Gayle Jennings-O'Byrne, CEO of Wocstar Capital and co-founder of the Wocstar Fund, joins the podcast to discuss her journey into investing, the importance of storytelling, and the necessity for women to invest in and support each other. She shares how her venture capital firm focuses on women of color tech entrepreneurs, known as "Wo…

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Embracing Your Worthiness: Liz Owens on Overcoming Self-Doubt and Building Worthy AF 43:32

1M ago43:32

43:32

Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Liz Owens, the dynamic founder of Worthy AF, an apparel brand that empowers and celebrates unconventional women. Liz opens up about her journey from battling low self-esteem and imposter syndrome to confidently creating her brand. She delves into the importance of community, taking small steps, and b…

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Mastering Storytelling for Business Growth and High Valuations with Valerie Chan 46:50

1M ago46:50

46:50

Send us a Text Message. Podcast Summary: In this episode of the Badass Women in Business Podcast, hosts Aggie and Cristy welcome Valerie Chan, a PR expert and founder of Platform, a public relations firm. The discussion centers on the importance of storytelling in increasing a company's valuation and preparing for potential acquisitions. Valerie sh…

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Authenticity in Action: Valerie Tyson's Journey in Sports Marketing and Empowering Women in Business 47:43

2M ago47:43

47:43

Send us a text Episode Summary: In this episode, Valerie Tyson, head of strategy for the Unrivaled Group, shares her inspiring journey in sports marketing and her passion for championing women in business. Valerie discusses the importance of authenticity and staying true to oneself, emphasizing the need for women to support and uplift each other. S…

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From Fur to Fame: Jennie Smith's Grooming Journey 51:34

3M ago51:34

51:34

Send us a text Summary Jennie Smith, a nationally certified master groomer and owner of Dogs' Own Grooming, shares her journey in the grooming industry. She discusses the challenges of working in a creative environment, dealing with difficult dogs, and the importance of creativity and problem-solving. Jennie also talks about her multiple salons, gr…

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Transforming Beauty: Susannah Dellinger's Journey to Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Inclusive Leadership 47:50

3M ago47:50

47:50

Send us a text Summary Susannah Dellinger, founder of Bright Beauty Collective, shares her journey of starting her own business and her mission to change the world through beauty. She discusses the importance of conscious beauty brands and their impact on the environment and personal health. Susannah also talks about the challenges of leading a tea…

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Waking Up to Empowerment: Marci Hopkins' Journey from Media Maven to Motivational Mastermind 38:01

3M ago38:01

38:01

Send us a Text Message. Episode Recap: The Badass Women in Business Podcast with Marci Hopkins Grab a cup of coffee and settle in because this episode of The Badass Women in Business Podcast, hosted by the dynamic duo Cristy and Aggie, is nothing short of a rollercoaster ride of inspiration! They're joined by the fabulous Marci Hopkins, a TV maestr…

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Taking Action for Growth with Angela Coté 44:49

4M ago44:49

44:49

Send us a text Episode Summary: Welcome to another episode of the Badass Women in Business Podcast. Today, we're diving into the world of franchising with Angela Coté, CEO and founder of AC Inc. Angela starts off with a straightforward yet powerful concept: action equals growth. She emphasizes that each step, successful or otherwise, provides valua…

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Embracing Risk and Navigating Success: A Journey with Marla DiCarlo 46:51

5M ago46:51

46:51

Send us a text In this inspiring episode of the Badass Women in Business Podcast, hosts Aggie and Cristy are thrilled to welcome Marla DiCarlo, an accomplished business and financial consultant with over three decades of accounting expertise and the co-owner of BizNavigators. Marla's storied career has seen her at the helm of Raincatcher as CEO and…

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Embracing the Entrepreneurial Journey with Katie Spadoro 44:15

5M ago44:15

44:15

Send us a text In this episode of the "Badass Women in Business Podcast," hosts Aggie and Cristy talk with Katie Spadoro, who founded an HR consulting firm. Katie discusses starting her business, the importance of HR for small businesses, and the mindset needed for entrepreneurial success. She highlights the challenges and growth opportunities of r…

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Embracing the Chameleon: Cultivating Adaptability and Authenticity in Business with Chrisa Z Boyce 43:38

6M ago43:38

43:38

Send us a text In this episode of the Badass Women in Business Podcast, hosts Aggie and Cristy welcome Chrisa Zindros Boyce, an executive coach and corporate consultant, to share her insights and experiences. Chrisa discusses her unique journey from marketing and branding into operations, highlighting the importance of leveraging all experiences to…

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What Early Stage Investors Look For in a Business: Suzanne Fletcher of Zelda Ventures 42:46

6M ago42:46

42:46

Send us a Text Message. Suzanne Fletcher turned a career in investment into her own company, launching Zelda Ventures in 2022. Early stage investors can't just throw money at everyone. Suzanne's experience helps her identify Zelda's ideal partner, investing in resilient people who have a desire to solve a problem and create their own destiny. Aggie…

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Preparing Yourself and Your Business for Rapid Growth: Tylar Brannon of Optimal Bio 49:04

7M ago49:04

49:04

Send us a Text Message. Tylar Brannon grew up in the medical field, but when the time came, she pivoted to study law. The expertise in both fields proved valuable when expanding Optimal Bio, a Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy provider that helps men and women bring their hormones to optimum levels. The young CEO hit the ground running and h…

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Improving Children's Educational Experiences & Outcomes: Ashley Harding of North Star Academics 45:17

8M ago45:17

45:17

Send us a Text Message. Ashley Harding has a passion for education, and one life-changing interaction with a student showed her just how much a positive experience in school can change someone's life-trajectory. As an Educational Therapist, providing holistic guidance to help students navigate their way through the current educational system inspir…

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Build Your Business Through Your Community with Laura Griffin: Realtor, Founder of Loudoun Moms Group 39:36

8M ago39:36

39:36

Send us a Text Message. Laura Griffin knew that getting into the real estate industry would be tough. She knew she had to think outside of the box to stand out in the competitive Northern Virginia market, but she never anticipated a Facebook group she started to provide parenting advice for local mom's being her ticket to a successful career. Laura…

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Changing The Conversation with Angie Mizzell: Author, Speaker, Conversation Catalyst 43:45

9M ago43:45

43:45

Send us a text Angie Mizzell knew she wanted to change directions in her career, but the move proved to be a much tougher task than she expected. Through patience, reflection, and conversation, Angie soon uncovered the career and lifestyle of her dreams, and now she guides others to do the same. Angie has blossomed a successful television news care…

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The Importance of Keeping Smart Books: Becky Ezzell of Keep Smart Books 43:04

9M ago43:04

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Send us a Text Message. Becky Ezzell was presented with a choice: continue down a stale, but stable career path, or take control of her own journey. She chose the latter, and now runs Keep Smart Books, an accounting firm that makes sure your business understand it’s financials. The business has even blossomed into an academy where Becky teaches fut…

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Buy In and Build Your Dream Business: Lindsay Gremmer of Vail Financial Services 45:05

10M ago45:05

45:05

Send us a Text Message. Lindsay Gremmer had an established career in accounting, but a move to a new location forced her to evaluate where she should take her next steps. Rather than starting her own business from the ground up, Lindsay bought in as a partner at Vail Financial Services. Purchasing a business presents a unique set of challenges, but…

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Marketing Doesn't Have To Be Rocket Science: Jen Devore of BossWomenRock 44:25

10M ago44:25

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Send us a text Jen Devore wants business leaders to know that marketing is not rocket science, even though she did get her start marketing for NASA. The marketing professional and business coach has built multiple businesses from the ground up while finding new ways to reach customers and grow interest in her company each time. Aggie and Cristy lea…

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Get Out of Your Comfort Zone: Tianna Linton of The Brazen Women Collective 51:36

10M ago51:36

51:36

Send us a text Tianna Linton has faced challenges in her life, but she wouldn't be where she is today without that adversity. The marketing professional and business coach serves as the CEO of The Brazen Women Collective, a for women, by women community built to foster the expansion of highly successful women into their true calling. Aggie and Cris…

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Improve Your SEO Strategy: Jade Pruett of HelloSEO 49:52

11M ago49:52

49:52

Send us a text If you Google search for Jade Pruett, you’ll find her name taking up all of the prime search positions. That’s what Jade and her business, HelloSEO, wants to do for your company. After years of helping start-ups grow their search engine optimization ratings, Jade went full-time with her own SEO business in 2022, and the results have …

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Designing Accessible Websites For All with the Mangrove Web Team 45:36

11M ago45:36

45:36

Send us a text Mangrove Web designs websites that make it easier for good people to do great work. For the first time in the shows history, Badass Women in Business features four guests, including *gasp* a man! The Mangrove team started small, but has grown over a decade into a multi-faceted international team that puts accessibility at the core of…

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Building Success Through Inclusivity: Ihssane Leckey of Unity First Advisors 42:59

11M ago42:59

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Send us a Text Message. Ihssane Leckey has been there before, and now she wants to help you embrace diversity, promote equity, and drive inclusion to transform your organization and the world into a place where all belong. Growing up from humble beginnings in Morocco, Ihssane has always been on a mission to include everyone from the playground to t…

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Performing and Feeling Your Best: Kaitlin Borncamp of Feel Great with Kait 40:48

12M ago40:48

40:48

Send us a text Kaitlin Borncamp wants to help you live your best life! Kaitlin began her career in accounting, but soon realized the corporate grind was preventing her from taking care of herself physically and mentally. She prioritized her health and the rewards were astounding, boosting her mood, energy levels, and overall productivity! Now, Kait…

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Creating an Uplifting Culture: Arlene Siller of Ascend Nonprofit & Business Solutions 46:56

1y ago46:56

46:56

Send us a Text Message. Arlene Siller has always had a passion for research, but after spending years in male-dominated industries, she knew it was time for a change. When she found herself in the world of grant writing, she seized the opportunity to use her background to help secure funding to help causes she was passionate about. Now, Arlene runs…

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Empowering Your Employees: Tina Weede of Gratitudes Group 42:46

1y ago42:46

42:46

Send us a Text Message. Tina Weede knows that any successful business must optimize its talent and culture to deliver the best services possible. That’s why she found Gratitudes Group - a woman owned talent optimization and culture engineering agency with a proven track record of over 30 years delivering award winning and successful human capital s…

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Refreshing a Steadfast Industry: Layne & Mindy of Siren Shrub Co. 35:54

1+ y ago35:54

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Send us a Text Message. Layne Cozzolino and Mindy McCord have always been passionate about creating in the kitchen, but they took their hobby to the next level by starting Siren Shrub, an ethical and open-sourced beverage company. The food and beverage industry can be daunting to enter, but with the right product (and the right amount of preparatio…

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Leveling Up Your Team: Pam Foley of AOU Creative (part 2) 43:11

1+ y ago43:11

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Send us a text Pam Foley is back, and she’s taking the marketing world by storm! Since joining the podcast in September of 2022, Pam has taken significant steps in marketing AOU Creative, cultivating her ideal client base, and developing the team around her. Aggie and Cristy learn about key metrics to look for when marketing your business, and they…

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Erin Marcus Teaches Entrepreneurs How to "Conquer Your Business" 45:14

1+ y ago45:14

45:14

Send us a Text Message. Erin Marcus wants to give you the tools to turn your dreams into your reality. Her knack for building successful businesses blossomed into her consulting firm, Conquer Your Business, where she advises entrepreneurs around the country on how to craft their own sustainable business models and practices. Aggie & Cristy discover…

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Voice Coaching for Professionals: Tracy Goodwin of Captivate the Room 58:08

1+ y ago58:08

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Send us a Text Message. Tracy Goodwin embodies the phrase "you had me at hello". The owner of "Captivate The Room," Tracy uses over 30 years of experience to teach clients how to harness the power of their voices simply by shifting sounds that were sending the wrong message. In today's episode, Aggie & Cristy learn how your tone, your speed, and ev…

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From Neuroscientist to Marketing Expert: Desirae Haluk of Clairant Services on Her Career Shift Journey. 43:12

1+ y ago43:12

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Send us a Text Message. Desirea is a proud mom of two great kids, Claire and Anthony. Hence CLAIRANT! She was born and raised in Vancouver, Canada and now lives in New Jersey with her family, including a dog, chickens, and honeybees. In this episode, Desirae shares how she built her agency with a focus on not being the center of the brand but build…

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Consulting for Non-Profits: Sherry Quam Taylor of QuamTaylor LLC 50:29

1+ y ago50:29

50:29

Send us a Text Message. Sherry Quam Taylor always had a heart for non-profit work, but decided to take her impact to the next level with her venture, QuamTaylor LLC. Through advising non-profit CEO’s on the best strategies and practices to increase their revenue, she helps set organizations up for long-term success in a crucial time for the sector.…

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Mergers and Acquisitions 101: Natalie Roberts of iKadre (part 2) 49:04

1+ y ago49:04

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Send us a text She's back, and the discussion about Mergers and Acquisitions is better than ever. Trusted M&A advisor Natalie Roberts of iKadre rejoins the program to give listeners the inside scoop on how to create your own legacy for your business. Aggie and Cristy learn what scenarios lead a business to M&A, and what pieces should be in place to…

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When branded gifts make a difference: Carolyn Seeger on disrupting promotional products 43:00

1+ y ago43:00

43:00

Send us a Text Message. How can a business create long-lasting relationships with their clients? Carolyn Seeger is here to answer, joining the program to share how she created a successful career in promotional marketing. Carolyn explains how her nonlinear career path allows her to bond with clients, and Aggie and Cristy dive further into the highs…

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The Power of Niching as a Hair Stylist: Kelly Maxwell of Find Your Hairstylist 37:40

2y ago37:40

37:40

Send us a Text Message. According to Kelly Maxwell, there are two things that every woman is looking for: a good hair stylist, and a good OB-GYN, in that order. Maxwell is a world-renowned hair stylist who has launched a website that allows customers to search for a hair stylist in their area that fits the specific needs for their hair. Aggie & Cri…

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From Intel Engineer to Executive Coach: Alison Arnoff 44:51

2y ago44:51

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Send us a text Alison Arnoff wants to be your champion. After a successful career in engineering, which featured her becoming one of the first women to serve as an application engineer for Intel, she used her talents of navigating the workforce to become an executive coach and strategy consultant. Aggie and Cristy learn how having champions along y…

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Making a Successful Career Pivot: Kristi Robison of Paintrock Consulting Services 56:52

2y ago56:52

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Send us a Text Message. Kristi Robison needed a change of scenery. Originally based in Texas in the oil and gas industry, Kristi totally overhauled her career trajectory by moving herself to a small town in Wyoming and opening her own consulting businesses specializing in IT services. Aggie and Cristy learn more about life is life in Wyoming and ho…

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From Divorce Lawyer to Marketing Agency Owner: Pam Foley of AOU Creative 52:01

2y ago52:01

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Send us a text Pam Foley has always been a storyteller. From her early days working in marketing, to becoming an attorney and even through selling real-estate, she recognized the power words had to provide solutions and create opportunities for the clients she worked with. Aggie and Cristy discuss with Pam her journey through these variety of field…

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Creating Financial Independence for Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence: Cora Lee Poole of Undestructable 50:49

2y ago50:49

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Send us a text Reclaim. Reimagine. Rebuild. Those three words are not only at the center of Cora Lee Poole's nonprofit Undestructable, they represent a journey that consumed her throughout her career in the fashion industry. Aggie and Cristy learn why Cora Lee hires survivors of intimate partner violence to help create environmentally sustainable p…

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S1:E10 From Disney to Executive Coaching: Esther Weinberg of The Ready Zone 52:24

2y ago52:24

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Send us a Text Message. Esther Weinberg has left her mark around the world. From her time with Disney, to working with NGO's in Africa, and now operating her own Leadership Development service, The Ready Zone, Esther exemplifies what it means to be a bad ass woman leader. Aggie and Cristy find out how these experiences around the world shaped her v…

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S1:E9 Empowering Women in Music: Shira Yevin of Gritty in Pink 48:33

2y ago48:33

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Send us a Text Message. Shira Yevin of Gritty In Pink, a platform that promotes women artists in the entertainment industry and connects them with other professionals around the world, joins the program. Shira rose to fame as the leader of Shiragirl, a punk band whose powerful sound backed up their legendary story of crashing the Vans Warped Tour c…

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S1:E8 From Scientist to Astrologer: Sara Calvarese of The 8th House 1:00:58

2y ago1:00:58

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Send us a Text Message. Aggie and Cristy are joined by Sara Calvarese, the jack-of-all-trades owner of The 8th House, currently located in Southern New Jersey. Sara specializes in astrology, tarot reading, illustrating tarot decks and she even is the author of her own book "Magick (IRL)." Sara and the hosts dive into the challenges current small bu…

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S1:E7 From Cancer Survivor to Entreprenuer: Sherry Norris of Alala 59:13

2+ y ago59:13

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Send us a Text Message. Aggie and Cristy are joined by Sherry Norris, co-owner of Alala, LLC in Columbia, South Carolina. Alala empowers women who are battling all forms of reproductive cancers, but specifically targets those in need of special forms of care or a professional breast prosthetic fitter. Sherry explains how one small decision in her y…

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S1:E6 When to Sell Your Business: Sarah Buino of Head/Heart Therapy 55:51

2+ y ago55:51

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Send us a text Sarah Buino, current owner and founder of Head/Heart Therapy, joins the program to discuss how she grew her own business in the field of mental health care. Based in Chicago, Sarah has evolved her venture to the point where she is now handing over business operations to her colleague to pursue more opportunities in the future. Aggie …

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S1:E5 Get to Know the Hosts: Aggie & Cristy 45:44

2+ y ago45:44

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Send us a text The two hosts of Everyday Bad Ass Women Leaders, Aggie Chydzinski and Cristy O'Connor, discuss their backgrounds and what made them want to create this podcast. Both women have a plethora of experience working alongside businesses around the country. It was their experiences with real business owners, just like our listeners, that in…

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S1:E4 Mergers and Acquisitions 101: Natalie Roberts of iKadre 49:29

2+ y ago49:29

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Send us a text Aggie and Cristy take a deep dive into the world of Mergers and Acquisitions, better known as M&A, with Natalie Roberts. Natalie shares how she left her previous role of working for companies such as Hewlett-Packard and EY to create her own M&A advising service, iKadre. How do you know if M&A is right to grow your business in the fut…

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S1:E3 Restaurant Ownership Reimagined: Sarah Simmons of City Grit 1:04:07

2+ y ago1:04:07

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Send us a text Chef, restaurateur and business leader Sarah Simmons joins the program to discuss growing her collection of restaurants located in Columbia, South Carolina. The pay structure she offers her employees is unique among the restaurant-industry and allows those that work for her to create better financial leverage for themselves. Aggie an…

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S1:E2 Reinventing Real Estate Marketing: Tianna Linton and Bailey Sitz of Ibis Creative 57:37

2+ y ago57:37

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Send us a text Our hosts chat with Tianna Linton and Bailey Sitz, owners of Ibis Innovations located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The two discuss leaving their previous field of work for a more innovative market, how they plan to bring a modern approach to real estate marketing, and what allows them to thrive as a team. Keep up with more content from Aggie…

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S1:E1 Coworking Spaces and Capital for Women: Nell Fuller of Femme Capital 47:24

2+ y ago47:24

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Send us a text Aggie and Cristy chat with Nell Fuller, co-founder of femme Capital and the femme X Columbia coworking space located in Columbia, South Carolina. Nell discusses her journey as an entrepreneur and how shit gets done when women and men have equitable access to social, political, and financial capital. Keep up with more content from Agg…

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