Best Enma Popli Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 70: [Republish] Shaheen Mistri, Founder & CEO, Teach For India - Reimagining Education in India 1:06:13

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Shaheen was born in Mumbai, grew up in five countries around the world and at the age of eighteen, returned to Mumbai to do something about the unequal opportunities that children have in India. Shaheen founded the first Akanksha (“aspiration” in Sanskrit) centre in 1989 with 15 children. The Akanksha Foundation today runs 26 Akanksha Schools acros…

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Ep 69: Leading the Change: Katherine's Influence on Youth Leadership Across Sectors 43:32

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Katherine has over 30 years of diverse leadership experience across the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors and a strong track record of developing leaders and connecting them across sectors to achieve collective impact. Katherine is a graduate of Leadership Victoria's flagship Williamson Community Leadership Program, which she celebrates a…

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Ep 68: From Kitchen Beginnings to Culinary Icons: Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken's Four-Decade Gastronomic Adventure 1:01:29

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Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger are James Beard and Julia Child award-winning chefs, cookbook authors, media personalities, and entrepreneurs.Trailblazers from the get-go, the culinary grads (Susan from Culinary Institute of America in New York and Mary Sue from Washburne Culinary Institute in Chicago) met in 1978 at Le Perroquet, one of Chicag…

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Ep 67: Building Brands, Inspiring Leaders: The Lulu Raghavan Story 50:48

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Lulu Raghavan serves as the Vice President for APAC and Managing Director for India at Landor. With over 23 years of experience at Landor, spanning offices in San Francisco, New York, London, and Mumbai, Lulu has held various roles within the company. Under her leadership, Landor India received prestigious accolades, such as the Campaign South Asia…

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Ep 66: Dawn Paquette's Leadership Odyssey: Navigating Turbulence with Perseverance and Resilience 31:37

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As the Chief Information Officer of GE Aerospace's GE Additive, Dowty, and Unison Industries, Dawn Paquette leads the digital team and oversees technology systems worldwide. She manages three P&Ls, focusing on strategy and solutions for manufacturing 3D additive printers and powders, propeller systems for turboprop aircraft, and gas turbine engine …

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Ep 65: Bridging Cultures, Leading Change: Caterina's Journey from Corporate Executive to Entrepreneur 47:05

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Caterina Pavone is a highly experienced professional with over two decades of expertise spanning various renowned organizations worldwide. Born in Australia of Italian descent, she is currently based in the UK. Caterina's expertise spans the Payments, Banking, and Technology sectors in leading organizations like TransUnion Ltd, Mastercard Internati…

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Ep 64: [Republish] Sandhya's Triumph: Finding Strength and Purpose through Disability 45:55

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Sandhya is a staff attorney in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, Houston Division. She conducts legal research on constitutional issues and drafts judicial memoranda. When Sandhya was two months old, she was diagnosed with a rare brittle bone disease called osteopetrosis, which caused her blindness. Sandhya attend…

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Ep 63: Empowering Indigenous Communities: Sandra Kwak's Impactful Path in Sustainability 39:50

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Sandra Kwak is CEO and Founder of social impact enterprise 10Power, working with Native American Tribal Nations to develop renewable energy projects with a community workforce development and gender empowerment lens. She sees renewable energy as one of the keys to forging a path for regenerative development, a concept explored in her TEDx talk "Fou…

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Ep 62: [Republish] Seema Iyer: The Untraditional People Custodian 35:37

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With a Masters Degree in Demographics from University of Berkeley, California, Seema is an HR Executive with over 25 years of progressive HR experience in the technology and space industry and has played a key role in Building, Transforming and Restructuring Organizations for Success through Organizational Innovation. She started her career with Su…

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Ep 61: Shikha Malaviya: Navigating a Poetic Odyssey from the U.K. to California Championing Social Justice 33:11

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Shikha (Saklani) Malaviya, a poet, writer, and publisher, was born in the U.K. and raised in Minnesota and India. Co-founder of The (Great) Indian Poetry Collective, Shikha champions powerful voices from India and the Indian diaspora through a mentorship model press. Her involvement as an AWP (Association of Writers and Writing Professionals) poetr…

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Ep 60: Chiseling Sculptural Narratives: Priyanka Rana's Journey to Artistic Legacy 41:06

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Born in India in 1980, Priyanka Rana's early inquiries into aesthetics and philosophy and professional work in exhibitions led her to establish a full-time sculpture practice in 2018. Largely self-taught, Priyanka's experiments with various sculptural materials have led to a nearly singular engagement with untreated wood. Her practice is rooted in …

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Ep 59: Navigating the Legal Landscape: Insights from Mexico's Successful Woman Lawyer, Claudia Aguilar Barroso 50:21

3M ago50:21

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Claudia Aguilar Barroso, a distinguished lawyer from the Escuela Libre de Derecho, is the founding partner and director of the Aguilar Barroso Abogados firm. The firm was founded in 2009 and specializes in constitutional, administrative, regulatory, and human rights litigation. Claudia is also a professor of the constitutional procedural law course…

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Ep 58: Dead Woman Walking: Mountain Daughter Baljeet Kaur 43:57

3M ago43:57

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Baljeet Kaur, an accomplished mountaineer from Solan, Himachal Pradesh, has etched her name in history with remarkable achievements. As the first Indian woman to conquer Mount Pumori Peak (7161m) and Mount Dhaulagiri Peak (8167m) in Nepal, Baljeet set a precedent. In 2022, she accomplished an unprecedented feat by becoming the first Indian to summi…

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Ep 57: From Bureaucracy to Bookshelves: Rachna Singh's Path Beyond the Revenue Service 48:38

3M ago48:38

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Rachna Singh former Principal Commissioner Income Tax is a multifaceted professional whose expertise spans across literature, finance, and writing. She authored notable books on economic matters, including 'Penny Panache: Piecing the Economic Puzzle' (2016), 'Financial Felicity: Making Sense of Money Matters' (2017), and 'Myriad Musings' (2016), a …

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Ep 56: In Pursuit of Gender Equality: Srishti Bakshi's Epic 3800 km Journey - Inspiring the Award-Winning Film, WOMB 51:37

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Srishti is a dynamic and accomplished impact leader with a track record of successfully designing and implementing projects that create systems change. After spending more than a decade in the corporate world, Srishti’s passion for gender equity led her to embark on a remarkable journey. She walked 3,800 kilometers over 230 days from the very south…

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Ep 55: Enma's Musings: Growth and Breakthroughs on Atalanta Diaries 3:52

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Join Enma as she reflects on a year of Atalanta Diaries, sharing personal insights and growth. Explore the transformative power of breakthrough stories and the inspiration they bring. Listen to how these insights extend beyond the podcast, sparking meaningful dialogue among professionals navigating their leadership journeys. Tune in for a unique pe…

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Atalanta Diaries - The Why Story 2:51

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Hi! I am Enma, thank you very much for taking the time to listen in. Over the years as a curious traveler of life, I went through different roles - entrepreneur, trainer and now an executive coach across multiple geographies. On this journey I have had the opportunity to meet some amazing women. Every one of them shared a unique story of passion, r…

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Ep 54: [Republish] Leading with Purpose at Schneider Electric: Insights and Lessons from Annette Clayton's Inspiring Journey 42:06

5M ago42:06

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Annette Clayton serves as the chief executive officer for Schneider Electric North America. She is responsible for the business strategy and developing and fostering new growth business models in the areas of sustainability, decarbonization, and renewables for the company's largest operating region, which generated $12 billion in revenue in 2022. S…

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Ep 53: [Republish] Meenakshi Wadhwa - Award Winning Planetary Scientist 56:58

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Meenakshi Wadhwa is a planetary scientist and educator who studies the formation and evolution of the Solar System through analysis of planetary materials including Meteorites, Moon rocks and other Extraterrestrial Samples returned by Spacecraft Missions. Meenakshi is currently director and Foundation Professor in the School of Earth and Space Expl…

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Ep 52: Nurturing Networks, Cultivating Friendships: Hafimi Abdul Haadii's Journey in International Boardrooms 42:30

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Born into a third-generation business family in Brunei Darussalam, Hafimi Abdul Haadi is the Executive Director of the LVK Group of Companies. Her upbringing reflects a diverse cultural background since she spent her early years in Brunei, New Zealand, and Australia. Dedicated to public service, Hafimi has held influential positions as the Chairper…

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Ep 51: From Cricket to Commentary and Beyond: Mel Jones' Brave Strides in Equity and Inclusion 45:55

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Born in the UK, Melanie Jones (Mel) returned to Melbourne with her Australian mother at just 3 months old while her West Indian father remained in the UK. Mel is currently a part of Fox Sports' Cricket team, anchoring coverage alongside renowned cricket personalities. She leads commentary for significant events like the World Cups and the 2023 men'…

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Ep 50: Preserving India's Rich Craftsmanship: Award-Winning Designer Rina Singh, Founder of Eka Design Studio" 1:00:13

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Rina Singh's roots are in rural North India, where she was raised within a culture of family and community craftsmanship, which continues to influence her. She has experience researching and developing indigenous Indian textile techniques with NIFT Gandhinagar, where she worked as an assistant professor. She gained international fashion insight thr…

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Ep 49: Breaking Norms and Embracing Identity: A Sikh-American CEO and LGBTQ Activist's Trailblazing Journey 42:24

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Rayman Mathoda is a CEO, board director, and social entrepreneur with a compelling track record of transforming companies to deliver exceptional growth and value creation. Rayman successfully transformed 5 companies, executing 4 M&A transactions with Fortune 500 buyers or sellers, including exits to Fidelity National Financial and Goldman Sachs. Ra…

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Ep 48: [Republish] The Evolution of a Film Producer - Swati Shetty's Cinematic Adventure 1:02:27

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Swati Shetty is a producer based in Los Angeles and the Founder & Director of Samosa Stories. She is a Pharmacist and MBA by education. Swati began her entertainment career at StarTV, followed by Disney. Earlier, as President of Balaji Motion Pictures, Swati put together a successful slate of films, starting with The Dirty Picture, the first-ever f…

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Ep 47: Championing Transformations: Asha Kharga's Leadership Journey in a Changing Landscape 35:07

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Asha Kharga is the Chief Customer and brand Officer and a Member of the Group Executive Board of the Mahindra Group. In her role, Asha leads Group Corporate Brand, Group Corporate Communications, and Mahindra Culture Festivals for the Group. She is responsible for building two big capabilities for the Group – one on Customer Experience and the othe…

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Ep 46: Zainab M. A. Omar's Inspiring Journey: A Tale of Mother's Wisdom and Husband's Sacrifices 37:02

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Zainab commenced her career with the Brunei Shell Joint Ventures Companies in 1983, accumulating valuable international experience in countries like Oman, Qatar, the UK, Netherlands, Norway, and the ASEAN region. She actively contributed to multicultural teams, enriching her global perspective. In her role as the HR Director of Brunei Shell Petrole…

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Ep 45: Kim Kirkconnell's Legacy at Kimberly-Clark: A Journey of Choices and Opportunities 39:01

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Kim Kirkconnell joined Kimberly-Clark in 1990 as a System Analyst. Her leadership journey began as an ITS Team Leader for Manufacturing, which led to her taking on the positions of Organization Effectiveness Project Manager, IT Director of Kimberly-Clark Global Professional Division, IT Strategic Planning Director, and Senior Director of ITS KCP Bu…

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Ep 44: Navigating Change: Vedika Bhandarkar's Transition from Investment Banking to Social Impact Leadership 40:36

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Vedika Bhandarkar, Chief Operating Officer for Water.org, is responsible for the operating efficiency and effectiveness of Water.org and for the attainment of strategic objectives and annual organizational goals. She works closely with the CEO, the executive team, and the President of WaterEquity to support the mission and vision of Water.org. She …

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Ep 43: Leading with Purpose at Schneider Electric: Insights and Lessons from Annette Clayton's Inspiring Journey 42:30

7M ago42:30

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Annette Clayton serves as the chief executive officer for Schneider Electric North America. She is responsible for the business strategy and developing and fostering new growth business models in the areas of sustainability, decarbonization, and renewables for the company's largest operating region, which generated $12 billion in revenue in 2022. S…

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Ep. 42: Breaking grounds and Barriers: Lieutenant Colonel Kristal Turner-Childs' Inspiring Journey 47:55

8M ago47:55

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Kristal Turner-Childs served as a Pennsylvania State Police Trooper for 25 years. She was the first African-American female Deputy Commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police. She has also distinguished herself as the first African-American female to command a troop and the second African-American female to obtain the rank of Major in the history…

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Ep 41: From Filmmaking to Folklore: Shabnam Virmani's Passage into Kabir's Legacy 1:11:19

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Shabnam Virmani is a national award-winning documentary filmmaker, writer, and artist. She is the founder of the Kabir Project, which was initiated in 2002 as a response to the Gujarat riots that propelled her on a quest for understanding. Over the past two decades, she has delved into the philosophy of mystic poets like Kabir and Shah Latif throug…

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Ep 40: Breaking Barriers: Devita Saraf's Unconventional Entrepreneurial Odyssey 54:49

8M ago54:49

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Devita started her entrepreneurial journey at the age of 24 by founding the Vu Group in California, a leader in high-end consumer electronics. Vu Televisions has a revenue of Rs.1000 Cr ($130 Million) that has sold more than 3 million televisions to date. Her passion for technology, leadership and innovation has led Vu to become the highest-selling…

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Ep 39: Enma's Musings: Reflections from the Atalanta Diaries 14:52

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In this edition, we delve into a thought-provoking article from the Wall Street Journal that sets Enma's thoughts in motion, leading her to pause and reflect on her journey. As we walk alongside Enma, we'll uncover how conservative mindsets have an impact on the progress of women in the workplace and sometimes even hold them back. Enma takes us on …

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Ep 38: Weaving a Legacy: Mridula Jain's Entrepreneurial Journey in Shawl Innovation 39:34

9M ago39:34

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Mridula Jain's journey is a testament to her dedication to innovation and entrepreneurship. In 1987, with only eight handlooms, she embarked on a transformational path that redefined the shawl industry. Her infusion of vibrant designs, bold colors, and contemporary aesthetics breathed new life into traditional shawls, setting Shingora Shawls on a t…

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Ep 37: Finding Purpose: Sandhya's Quest to Reimagining Education 44:37

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Sandhya is the founder of Aavishkaar - A Center for Science, Arts, and Technology that aims to make teaching science and math effective, efficient, and fun. The program aims to encourage hands-on learning through models, experiments, experience, and projects. This is where teachers become the storytellers, and the experiments/models become the prop…

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Ep 36: [Republish] From Struggle to Impact: Nichol Ng's Inspiring Resilience in Life and Entrepreneurship 52:20

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Nichol Ng is CEO and Managing Director of X-Inc Pte Ltd, the parent of a group of companies that has been in the food business since the 1930s. She oversees about 200 employees, more than 5,000 products, over 4,500 customers, and an annual turnover exceeding S$65 million. Together, the companies bring to life dreams in the food ecosystem – from foo…

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Ep 35: [Republish] Dr. Ettie Zilber on Building Inclusive Communities: Lessons from an International School Leader 44:22

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Ettie has served as an educator and school leader at international schools in Israel, Singapore, China, Guatemala, Spain, and the USA and has also served as Adjunct Professor for various universities. She has served as Secretary on the Board of the Academy of International School Heads and ECIS and participated on the Advisory Council for AAIE. As …

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Ep 34: [Republish] From Darkness to Empowerment: The Inspirational Journey of Sandhya Rao 42:37

10M ago42:37

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Sandhya is a staff attorney in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, Houston Division. She conducts legal research on constitutional issues and drafts judicial memoranda. When Sandhya was two months old, she was diagnosed with a rare brittle bone disease called osteopetrosis, which caused her blindness. Sandhya attend…

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Ep 33: [Republish] Breaking Barriers, Embracing Neurodiversity: The Inspiring Journey of Tech Leader Jenny Dearborn 40:24

10M ago40:24

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Recognized as one of the 50 Most Powerful Women in Tech for five consecutive years, Jenny is a thought leader in HR, Human Capital Management, the Future of Work, and data analytics. She is the Founder of Actionable Analytics Group, an advisory firm that supports Human Capital Management and Education Tech startups from Seed to IPO. Her first book,…

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Ep 32: [Republish] Defying Conventions, Creating Legacies: Award Winning Architect Abha Narain Lambah's Trailblazing Path" 42:15

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Abha's architectural practice includes the restoration of 15th Century temples in Ladakh and Hampi, mosques, historic palaces, forts and caravansarais in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Punjab. She has worked on Mughal gardens in Kashmir, urban and regional conservation in Kancheepuram and Shekhawati and conserving colonial heritage in Delhi, Nainita…

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Ep 31: From Badminton Courts to Boardrooms: Nandini Dias' Trailblazing Leadership in the Media Arena 47:29

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Nandini Dias, an independent Advisor to the Media and Entertainment industry, brings a wealth of experience as the former CEO of Universal McCann and Lodestar. She has consistently been ranked among the top 10 influential leaders in the Indian advertising and media industry by Economic Times for several years, being the sole woman leader in the ini…

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Ep 30: Fatin Arifin: From Introvert to Influencer, Championing Brunei's Development and Youth Empowerment 48:18

11M ago48:18

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Fatin Arifin is an advocate for entrepreneurship and youth development and has made a significant impact both locally and regionally as a catalyst for development. She has founded and co-founded various initiatives, including the Brunei Chevening Youth Forum (BCYF) in 2015, the Chevening Youth Forum – Southeast Asia in 2017, and for-purpose enterpr…

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Ep 29: Honoring Fathers: Tales of Love, Guidance, and Inspiration 19:48

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In this Father's Day special edition of Atalanta Diaries, we delve into the profound impact fathers have had on the lives of my amazing guests as they embarked on their journeys. These fathers have served as role models, mentors, and sources of inspiration, shaping the dreams and guiding the paths of their daughters. From sacrifices made to unwaver…

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Ep 28: Building a Legacy: Tanya Hart Little's Inspiring Journey from C-Suite to Entrepreneurship 1:02:09

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Tanya Hart Little is the co-founder and managing partner of Hart Commercial. In addition to brokerage assignments, Tanya leads the strategic planning, operations, franchise, and corporate services accounts for the firm. With 35 years of experience in multiple aspects of commercial real estate, Tanya has built marketing and asset management platform…

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Ep 27: Breaking Barriers and Leading Change: Bhavani Vadlamudi's Inspiring Journey from Classroom to Boardroom 53:09

11M ago53:09

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Bhavani Vadlamudi, a visionary in the field of Information Technology, is known for her expertise in ERP transformations and her innovative approach to business challenges. Originally from the small town of Gudivada in India, Bhavani began her professional journey as a computer teacher at Aptech Computers. Driven by her passion for technology and a…

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Ep 26: Dr. Linnie S. Carter: Inspiring Success -A Leader's Commitment to Community College Education and Philanthropy 1:04:41

11M ago1:04:41

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Dr. Linnie S. Carter is an educator, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. She holds significant positions as the Vice President of College Advancement at HACC, Central Pennsylvania's Community College, and the Executive Director of the HACC Foundation. She also serves as the President and CEO of Linnie Carter & Associates LLC, a consulting firm specia…

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Ep 25: Annette Philip - Embracing Imperfections: The Grammy-Nominee Art Entrepreneur's Journey in Leadership and Self-Growth 1:02:53

12M ago1:02:53

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Annette Philip is a multi-award-winning musician, educator, and arts entrepreneur. A seasoned recording and touring artist, composer, pianist, and voice-over actor, she is a Grammy-nominated producer, an Emmy-nominated TV personality, and a bonafide sari connoisseur. At Boston's Berklee College of Music, Annette is the Founder and Artistic Director…

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Ep 24: Tribute to Motherhood: Stories of Love, Sacrifice, and Strength 25:25

12M ago25:25

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In this special Mother's Day episode of Atalanta Diaries, we honor the amazing mothers and grandmothers who have made sacrifices, shown unwavering love, and inspired their daughters to become their best selves. Our host pays tribute to her own mother, who encouraged her to pursue her dreams and has been the foundation of her success. We'll also hea…

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Ep 23: Vennesa Van Ameyde: Earning a Seat at the Table: A COO's Journey to Leadership and Influence 54:12

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Ep 22: Monica Manpreet Singh - America's First Female Sikh Judge: Breaking Barriers for Women of Color and the Sikh Community 37:31

1y ago37:31

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Judge Manpreet “Monica” Singh was born, raised, and educated in Houston, and earned her bachelor's degree from University of Texas at Austin and her Juris Doctor (JD) from South Texas College of Law. Before her election to Harris County Civil Court at Law #4 in 2022 where she made history as Texas’ first Sikh Judge, Monica was a practicing attorney…

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