Leadership Looks Like Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Personal stories of everyday leaders who are making an impact in their community. Hosted by Kri Edholm
Kim Boschee is the Executive Director of Girls on the Run Las Vegas. In this episode, we discuss how running is a metaphor for life and cover failure, being average, comparing yourself to others, and so much more.
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Learn how Matt Piper climbed the corporate ladder, why he left his corporate career to live a more meaningful life, and what he does now to support the climate strikes that are being held all over the world.
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Lelia Friedlander has built a life with intention and in this episode, she shares insight into running a family-owned business, how she navigates personal challenge, and why she believes it's important to support others and give back to her community.
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Kimberly Trueba is the CEO of Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada and in this episode, we discuss why girls are more apt to partake in activities around other girls, perfection, shifting careers, and overcoming workplace threats.
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Sean Cannell has spent the last decade building an online business on his YouTube channel, Think Media. Known for his tech review videos, Sean shares how he found his voice online, overcame self-confidence challenges and continues to crush the online video space by sharing knowledge with others.
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Natalie Wainwright works in the commercial real estate industry in Las Vegas. In this episode, we dive into a wide array of topics including women supporting women, climbing the corporate ladder, the metoo movement, her time as the President of Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW), and so much more!
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Guadalupe and Fernando Gonzalez are a husband and wife team who oversee the Mariachi program at Del Sol Academy in Las Vegas, NV. Learn about how their program is bringing a community together through the gift of music.
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Dr. Jacquelyn Rinaldi studied archetypal psychology at the Pacifica Graduate Institute and specializes in mindfulness and compassion. Learn how she incorporates meditation into the practice of mindfulness, how compassion can be learned, and what she does to continue staying relevant in her field of study.
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Amie Leadingham is a dating coach that specializes in helping people find and create meaningful relationships. In this episode, we dive into the similarities between dating and leadership, the power of discovering your authentic self, and what she does to practice self-care.
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Sequoia Holmes grew up in Las Vegas, graduated from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and currently competes as a professional basketball player. Learn what it takes to be an international professional athlete, how Sequoia achieved her dream, and what she does now to coach life through basketball.
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Jean Marie Munson is the Program Manager of the Women's Research Institute of Nevada (WRIN) and owner of Plot Twist Publishing. In this episode, we dive into current WRIN projects, burnout, and why younger generations look up to fictional characters.
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Robyn Eckersley is a life coach that helps people design their why. Listen in as we discuss the importance of being intentional about your purpose, how to get yourself out of an unhappy situation, and what it's like to have a career as a coach.
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Shyloh Wehner, Co-Founder of the Variegate Group, returns to the show and in this episode, we do a deep-dive into what it's like to implement holacracy, why a future without bosses is a reality, and the importance of understanding the gender spectrum.
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At the age of three months, Kristie Griess and her husband witnessed their daughter, Mickie, suffer the first of countless seizures. Learn how Kristie and her family navigated this challenge and what they're doing now to support pediatric epilepsy awareness through their non-profit, Mickie's Miracles.
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When hearing the phrase, "Work Hard", Jeremy Golar immediately comes to mind. Learn how Jeremy helps others face their challenges, what he does to stay connected and give back to his community, and his advice on overcoming obstacles.
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Caroline Ciocca is the President and CEO of Make-A-Wish Southern Nevada. Tune in as she shares the interworkings of this well-known non-profit, their mission, and how Caroline keeps her team motivated in an emotionally charged environment.
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Galit Ventura Rozen didn't always see herself as a speaker, let alone the author of a book. The path she took to create a life that she's passionate about and one that promotes women empowerment is unconventional, but it's hers. Listen in as she shares how she found her passion and what she does to motivate and support others to find the same.
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Katia Di Egidio is a wealth of information when it comes to business efficiency. Learn how she pulls from her experience as a motorcycle racer and entrepreneur to help small and medium-sized businesses succeed.
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American Dream U Founder, Phil Randazzo, joins us this week to share how he supports veterans as they leave the military and transition into life as a civilian. This is an episode packed full of insight about running a non-profit, leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal development.
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Debra March has lived in the State of Nevada for 40 years and is now serving as the Mayor of the City of Henderson. Learn about her personal story, what it's like to be a Mayor, and her advice for anyone looking to serve and give back to their community.
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Gina Gavan is the Founder of Project Dinner Table and Chief Innovation Officer for the City of North Las Vegas. Tune in as Gina discusses the initiatives taking place in the north part of the Las Vegas Valley, the history and status of Project Dinner Table, and how she practices self-care.
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This week we turn the microphone around as Jet Mitchell conducts the first ever interview of host Kri Edholm on the Leadership Looks Like Podcast.
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Liza is a 2018 Jameson Fellowship Cohort and founder of Social Impact Events. Listen in as she shares her personal story of finding herself in a new space and how she plans to inspire social connection in the Las Vegas community.
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Alicia Mejia is the Founder of Worldwide Love Story. Her mission in life is to raise the vibration of love on the planet, one story at a time.
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Dr. Jasmine Phillips is the Assistant Professor of Intercultural Communications at Nevada State College. She helps her students improve their communication skills and also oversees the study abroad program. In this episode, Jasmine shares countless gems about travel, failure and overcoming challenges, and communication.
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If you are involved in the WordPress Community, chances are you know John Hawkins. John, also known as VegasGeek, is a tech industry leader and host of the Hawk Talk Podcast. In this episode, John opens up about work friendships, imposter syndrome, and battling depression. We also discuss empathetic leadership and how injecting empathy can improve the way you lead.
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Maureen Romito is the Executive Director of Impact Las Vegas, a women's giving circle. Impact Las Vegas utilizes a collective giving concept to make a larger impact in the Las Vegas community.
In this episode, Maureen shares how her banking background helped her realize her full potential. We also do a deep-dive into running a non-profit, leadership, and the unique way in which Impact Las Vegas makes a difference.
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Ava Mucikyan moved to the United States from Armenia on her own at the age of 18 with only $800 in her pocket. In this episode, you'll learn why she refers to herself as a rebel buddha, how she overcame enormous rejection, and what led her to leave her corporate career to open the Salt Room Las Vegas.
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Shivanii Ray is a singer and speaker with an infectious energy. Learn about her unconventional upbringing, how her family overcame devastating news, why she speaks about authentic happiness, and her work with Kids for Peace.
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Andrea Haughey, Owner of SIL Fitness Studio, shares her personal journey with an eating disorder, forgiveness, and why she's an advocate for overall health and wellness.
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Kimberly Faith is a voice coach, speaker, and author of Destination: Found, a Traveler's Journey to Spiritual Enlightenment. In this episode, Kimberly shares a personal experience that changed the trajectory of her life, overcoming trauma, and how to create a career as a speaker.
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Pam Johansen and Shyloh Wehner are Co-Owners of Variegate Group and support businesses incorporate inclusive workforces. In today's episode, we focus on how you, as a leader, can recognize and implement change as it pertains to diversity, inclusion, emotional intelligence, and understanding gender from a non-binary perspective.
This is an excellent starting point for any leader who has not considered and/or started looking at these important topics. Change is here and although it can be a challenge at times, the support and information you're looking for to verify that you're on the right track are covered in this episode.
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Today marks the one year anniversary of the largest mass shooting in the history of the United States. On October 1, 2017, a gunman opened fire on a crowd attending the Route 91 Harvest Festival in Las Vegas, injuring hundreds and killing 58.
This episode is dedicated to the thousands of people whose lives were impacted by this horrific tragedy. Victims, families, friends, heroes, first responders, doctors, nurses, bystanders, the way the people of Las Vegas came together, and the list goes on and on.
Take time today for remembrance and most importantly, self-care.
If you are struggling or have thoughts of suicide, call the suicide hotline immediately at 800-273-8255. You are not alone.
Additional information about support and events can be found by visiting Route 91 Strong.
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Rayce Rayos lives a full life as he focuses on prioritization and finding himself. Growing up in Las Vegas enabled him to open his mind to possibility and today, he manages life as the owner of Sarap, is a single parent, attends the University of Nevada Las Vegas, and teaches yoga.
Rayce also believes that it's crucial to give back to his community, which he does through OPERATION: Shoe The People. At various times throughout the year, Rayce accepts footwear donations and delivers them to those in need throughout Downtown Las Vegas.
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Michelle Costigan is an art therapist and owner of Uncharted Territory Counseling and Art Therapy Services. In this episode, we discuss how to practice self-care, what it's like to start and maintain your own practice, and how to navigate the unknown.
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Siloh Moses is in the business of helping others. After experiencing homelessness first-hand, Siloh formed a business that balances both purpose and profit and feeds the homeless population of Las Vegas through the serving hope campaign.
In this episode, we dive into how Siloh became homeless, what he did to get off the streets, why he chose to form a B-Corporation and shares the future of his vision.
This is only the beginning.
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Danielle Ford is a new politician and is running for Trustee of Clark County School Board, District F. She unexpectedly won the Primary Election and will be on the General Election ballot this November.
Danielle is one of many people who has decided to run for office for the first time. She's a high school drop-out, single mom, entrepreneur, and is ready to introduce change and see things through.
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Abingdon Welch is a pilot, owner of The Abingdon Co., and founder of the Abingdon Foundation.
Learn how Abingdon chose a career in flying, what she did when she couldn't find the watch that she was looking for, and what she does now to give women access to various career opportunities through her non-profit.
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Hayim Mizrachi is the President of MDL Group, a commercial real estate organization, and host of the Takeaways Podcast.
In this episode, we discuss what effective leadership looks like within a senior management team and an organization, how to take care of your most important asset in any business, and the overall landscape and growth that is Las Vegas.
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Dr. Sarah Schonian and Caitlin Martinez are Co-Founders of The Fearless Kind, a residential treatment facility for women who are recovering from addiction. Listen in as they share why they chose to open their own facility, the groundbreaking steps they've taken to open their doors, and their unique approach to helping those in recovery.
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Jet Mitchell is an attorney, Professor at the College of Southern Nevada where she teaches Business courses and is the recipient of the 2018 Community Service Award for Women in Tech. Jet has stage 4 cancer and will receive chemo treatments for the rest of her life. Her story is about being laser focused, having a badass support crew, and what it truly means to live life to its fullest.
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Marie is the Founder and CEO of Youth Leadership Authority. Learn how she provides teens with leadership training opportunities and supports those who are interested in pursuing careers in the military, law enforcement, and public service.
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Julie Quisenberry and Kevin Gullette work for the City of Las Vegas. Their focus is on the future of Las Vegas and in this episode, we discuss what goes into the planning and implementation of city-wide initiatives related to city planning, real estate, and infrastructure. Julie and Kevin also divulge how you, too, can get involved in City of Las Vegas initiatives.
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Season 2 Is Here
We have officially posted 52 episodes of the Leadership Looks Like Podcast and are excited to bring you Season 2, full of more inspirational stories and the launch of our new Leadership Looks Like YouTube Channel.
We'd like to recognize the following Season 1 award recipients:
Shelly Helbert - Season 1 Most Inspirational
Louie Tandiono-Cellona - 2018 Listener's Choice Award
We also want to thank each of you for tuning in each week. We can't wait for what lies ahead!
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Cory Hentzen is a realtor and Candice Morales is a life coach and together they are best known through their brand, Riding with Cory and Candice. In this episode, you'll learn how Cory and Candice met, how they navigate their lives both independently and as a duo, and how Vegas Women Connect brings women together in a unique way.
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Kathleen Taylor supports women in business (and men) at the Nevada Women's Business Center located in Southern Nevada. In this episode, we cover the leadership traits Kathleen believes business owners should have to be successful, the first thing you should do as a new business owner, how expectations impact stress levels, and countless tips and insight into business ownership.
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Alex Bybee is a self-proclaimed politico who works for the Public Education Foundation, a nonprofit organization that supports teachers, students, and families in Southern Nevada. In this episode, we cover a wide variety of topics from working in the nonprofit sector, volunteer work, understanding the millennial viewpoints, and what you can do to reframe your life.
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Michelle Keiserman and Kim Henry, members of Southern Nevada Cohousing, are on a mission to bring the first cohousing community to Las Vegas. Listen in as we discuss the concept of cohousing, why cohousing creates community, how it's financed, and what Kim and Michelle are doing to educate potential cohousing residents.
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Bill Emmel served in the United States Army in different leadership capacities over the course of his 23-year career. After leaving the military, Bill discovered that an estimated 22 veterans commit suicide each day. When hearing this statistic, he went to work by starting the 22 Warriors Foundation, an organization that is on a mission to reduce 22 to zero.
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Jaimee Newberry is the Co-Founder and CEO of Picture This Clothing. She stumbled across the idea after her daughter asked if she could wear her artwork. After seeing her creation come to life as well as her daughter's expression, she knew she was on to something.
As Jaimee brought her new business venture to life, she sent out a tweet that that went viral. It literally changed her life's trajectory.
Learn Jaimee's personal journey, how she worked through professional burnout as a UX designer, what she did to turn a concept into reality, and how she leaned on friends and her experience in unchartered territory. This episode is full of leadership gems and inspiration.
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Louie Tandiono-Cellona is a Veteran and Director of Business Development & Mobile Assessment at Seven Hills Hospital. Before Louie was able to find his passion, he first experienced working environments that he didn't enjoy. In this episode, he takes us on a journey through his time in the military, as an entrepreneur, and what he does now to cultivate a team comprised of leaders in his current role.
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Stacey Lockhart is the Executive Director of The Shade Tree, a homeless shelter that provides supplies, food, and support to women and children in Las Vegas.
Stacey moved to Las Vegas from the Pacific Northwest and had never stepped foot in a shelter prior to taking on her new role. She was new to the area and had zero connections.
Learn how she made the necessary connections in less than a year as well as everything she and the rest of The Shade Tree team are doing to make a difference for the homeless community in Las Vegas.
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Jasmine Freeman is the President of Hope for Youth Peru. She has assembled a team located in both Las Vegas and Peru that provide services designed to give youth hope. In this episode, Jasmine shares what it's like to be new to the non-profit world, how her team supports youth from afar, and why she believes everyone should volunteer their time to help others.
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Dr. Abby Peters is an Assistant Professor of Business at Nevada State College and a member of the SAGE (Students for the Advancement of Global Entrepreneurship) leadership team. Each year, Abby helps bring entrepreneurs from all over the world to participate in a pitch competition to support future business owners.
In this episode, we cover her approach to teaching her students about business, how she partners with local businesses to build internship opportunities for her students, her passion for SAGE, and the one thing she could change about business if she could.
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Randy Reinoso is a Manager at the Clark County Department of Social Services. He oversees various programs and manages a team of social workers who support those in need in Southern Nevada. In this episode, Randy gives us a glimpse into what it was like growing up in Las Vegas, having a father who flew for the world-famous U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, a day-in-the-life of a social worker, and how Randy recruits and hires new team members.
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On April 5, 2012, President Obama signed the JOBS Act that contained new laws associated with Crowdfunding under Title III. Ruth Hedges was a driving force behind the enactment of this law which gave small businesses access to capital that had never been available before.
Listen to how Ruth built multi-million dollar businesses in both the culinary and technology industries, what it was like to create new legislation, and the types of crowdfunding opportunities that are available.
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Jax Scott served in the United States Army and was a member of a pilot program that embedded women into various Special Operations teams during combat. She continues to serve as a Chief Warrant Officer and Founded Outpost Gray, which focuses on defeating terrorism, the illegal drug trade, and human trafficking.
In this episode, Jax dives into what it was like being a woman in combat, how she gained the trust of her peers, her daily routine, and the government contractual work she does as an entrepreneur.
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Rena McDonald is a family and business law attorney. She is a mom, spouse, and also sits on the Board of Directors for The Shade Tree, a nonprofit that provides shelter and services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault/sexual abuse, street crime, and victims of elder abuse.
In this episode, Rena shares tips for finding empathy in law, how to handle crying, managing expectations and boundaries, having difficult conversations, and what to consider when determining which nonprofit you should volunteer your time to.
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Jesse and Lisa Ferrell live, breathe, and sleep leadership. As owners of JessTalk, they work together to deliver keynotes and coaching services that transform lives.
Learn how both Jesse and Lisa left their corporate careers in gaming and broadcasting to focus on helping others. In this episode, we dig in and discuss the idiosyncrasies of leadership, running a leadership development business, business growth, and what it's like to work with your significant other.
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Travis Haldeman is an Engineer with the Clark County Fire Department in Las Vegas. Listen in as he shares what he did to make it onto the fire department, how his career has progressed, heroism, and what a typical day looks like for him. His job is to continually train and help people in the Las Vegas community every day.
On October 1, 2017, Travis and his wife were enjoying day 3 of the Route 91 Harvest Festival when they realized the popping sound they were hearing were actually gunshots. Travis steps us through what happened that night, how his training kicked in and discusses some of the challenges that he and his wife still carry.
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Nearly a decade ago, Joy and her husband were on vacation in Las Vegas, NV. During their visit, they noticed those working in the adult entertainment industry and wondered how they could provide support.
This epiphany changed the course of their lives.
After returning to Michigan from their vacation, the desire to help was so powerful that they packed everything they owned and moved to Las Vegas. Joy, along with her husband, began their journey working with other organizations and ultimately launched The Cupcake Girls. Their focus is to support those working in the adult entertainment industry or those who have been sex trafficked through holistic services that encompass mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and financial.
In this episode, Joy shares what adult entertainment is, what sex trafficking is, and how The Cupcake Girls provides support. We also dive into how Joy manages her busy life as a wife and mother of two, what she does to overcome challenges, and what keeps her going.
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In September of 2017, Amber's plans to attend a real estate convention in Texas took an unexpected detour. As Hurricane Harvey descended on the city and inflicted unimaginable destruction, Amber had a choice. She could either stay at home in Las Vegas or travel to Houston and help with relief efforts as a volunteer. She chose the latter and had no idea what she was about to endure.
Whether it's helping residents in Texas clean up their homes to holding entrepreneurs accountable for their success, Amber has learned that obstacles and challenges will always present themselves. Listen in as Amber shares how it's the figuring it out and taking action component that matters most.
Amber De La Garza is an entrepreneur, writer, and host of the Productivity Straight Talk Podcast.
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Stephanie first appeared on our podcast in episode 7 where she shared her personal journey of climbing the corporate ladder in the hospitality industry, what she did to transition into a career as an Executive Coach, and how she biked 545 from San Francisco to Los Angeles to raise money for AIDS awareness.
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After hitting rock bottom and going on a journey of self-discovery, Heather Estus created The Worthiness Formula. She did it out of necessity for her children and more importantly, herself. Heather is now on a quest to teach others how to find and maintain their own sense of worthiness.
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Chelli is co-owner of Bloom, a co-working space for women located in downtown Las Vegas. When Chelli told her high school counselor that she wanted to attend the US Naval Academy, her counselor told her it was impossible. That moment lit a fire that continues to burn today. Listen as Chelli shares what she does to turn her darkest moments into her brightest days and what she does to support and cultivate the success of women.
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Paula is the Executive Director of Dress for Success, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering women to achieve their economic independence through various levels of support. The main being to provide women with attire to help them thrive in work and life. More than 12,000 volunteers are the driving force behind Dress for Success, which has served over 1 million women in 28 countries.
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Brittney Miller is a middle school teacher and Nevada State Assemblywoman for District 5. Brittney is a doer and made the decision to enter politics because she wanted to be a part of the solution. Although she was originally told not to run and ran a grassroots campaign against an endorsed candidate, she won her primary and ultimately her seat. Listen as Brittney shares insight into what it's like to have two careers, what a day-in-the-life of a politician looks like, and how she spearheaded an initiative that better-defined class-size for Clark County students.
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Patti Domingo is an abuse survivor. This is Patti's journey of how she found herself in an abusive marriage, the moment that she realized she was being abused, and what she did to escape and create a life of her own. She discusses how she manages her own PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) and what she does now to help others who may be in a similar situation.
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Takiyah Butler is an explorer of conversation and knowledge. She seeks out any opportunity to realize a new perspective, to listen, to learn, and to be curious. Her general curiosity transcends into the work she does for United Way of Southern Nevada, where she leads workshops that teach the importance of providing a place at the table for everyone.
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Amy Roberge is a middle school drama teacher. Her drama program is one of only five dedicated programs that exist within the current Clark County School District's landscape. Learn how Amy helps keep drama alive at her school, how she utilizes her program to address homelessness and bullying and her involvement with Juvenile Diabetes.
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Kri Edholm is the host of the Leadership Looks Like Podcast, Owner of Leadership Excursion Co., and Founder of Spark Women's Leadership Retreat.
We are celebrating our 26th episode by hosting an ask me anything where listeners have an opportunity to ask Kri anything they'd like.
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Dallisa Hocking is a psychic medium and self-proclaimed Enchanted Entrepreneur. She has owned multiple businesses over the past decade and attributes her success to testing ideas and making adjustments when things don't go as expected.
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Dr. Reeta Thukral grew up and attended medical school in India. She eventually migrated to America, specialized in Nephrology, and opened multiple practices throughout the course of her 35+ year career as a doctor.
Dr. Thukral lives a prideful life. When speaking with her about her career, you can feel the passion she has for giving her patients the best care possible. Learn how she attributes taking an up-front approach to working with both her staff and patients to her success.
In this episode, Dr. Thukral shares how her non-profit, The Global Charity Foundation, is helping to provide educational assistance for at-risk students. We also discuss retirement, the difference between overseeing a business vs. a non-profit, and the challenges associated with donation collection.
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Wendell Blaylock grew up on military bases all over the country. His father was an original Tuskegee Airmen, famously served during World War II, and ultimately was awarded a congressional medal of honor.
Wendell shares what it was like growing up in an accepting environment, what life was like after moving off of military bases, and how he helps others understand and incorporate diversity into their personal and professional lives. Learn how he is working to write new legislation for the State of Nevada, how he became an Adjunct Faculty Member at Georgetown University, and why it's so important for organizations to adopt a diverse workforce.
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Susan is a self-proclaimed competitor, Mixed Martial Artist, and competitive boxer. She accepted her first fight even though she was at a 20 lb. disadvantage and fell in love with the sport.
After completing her career as a boxer, Susan tapped into her passion for fitness and creativity. She now owns Kocab Productions and launched Fitzone TV. In this episode, we talk about what it's like to be punched in the face, why content matters, vulnerability, humor, and the challenges Susan has had to overcome as a business owner.
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Lisa Chastain is a Millennial Money Coach and author of Girl, Get Your $hit Together: Control Your Money, Live Purposefully, Love Your Life #adulting your way.
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Jamie Yocono, owner of Wood It Is!, knew exactly what she wanted to do at a very young age. As soon as she sought out the education she desired, she was immediately met with resistance.
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Meet Our ADHD Tribe: Jennifer, Moises, and their son, Benjamin.
Just over a year ago, Jennifer and her family picked up and moved from Chicago to Las Vegas. They did this to give their son, Benjamin, the best life possible. Benjamin was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) at the age of 3 and in this episode, Jennifer gives us a raw glimpse into what it's like to have a child that faces numerous personal and social challenges.
Jennifer is on a mission to talk about her family's story because she believes that we, as a society, feel ashamed to talk about struggle in general, including struggles associated with any diagnosed disorder. Her message is one of perseverance as she continues to adjust to her family's "normal".
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Mauricia is the Executive Director of the Outside Las Vegas Foundation. She grew up in New York City where Central Park was her outdoor escape. Listening to her story feels like one big adventure as Mauricia shares how she turned from city girl to environmentalist.
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Andre grew up being bullied by others because he was perceived as being gay. Listen as he shares what he did to overcome those hurtful situations in his youth and how he helps others today as the Executive Director of The Gay and Lesbian Community Center of Southern Nevada.
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Mylene Delaire was diagnosed with epilepsy at the age of 16 and is the founder of the Time Travelers Foundation. In this episode, she shares what happened when she had her first seizure, how she was diagnosed, and how she helps others who suffer from seizures through education and advocacy.
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Dani Bald has many passions including real estate, design, lifestyle, fashion, and women empowerment. As the visionary of Create Luck, Dani has learned that tapping into her passions to set herself apart has been the key to her success.
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Shelly Helbert is a mom to three boys. Shelly and her husband, Cody, noticed that Jackson's behavior was much different than his twin brother's. He wasn't speaking much, would throw massive tantrums anytime there was change and became fixated with certain toys or behaviors. After hearing from multiple sources that her son might have autism, she turned to Facebook in search of support and solutions.
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Rachel Wenman is a native to Las Vegas and is a serial entrepreneur. She grew up as an athlete, won a Nevada State Championship at the age of 16, and attributes her success as an executive and business owner to the team sports she participated in while growing up. Today, Rachel is the Co-Founder of Urban Seed, an organization that is changing the way food is grown and distributed around the globe. When Rachel says they are on a mission to change the world, she means it.
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Nina Radetich is the owner of Radetich Marketing & Media and utilizes the Duct Tape Marketing Consulting Network to support her business. Learn how Nina's background as a news anchor helps her identify key stories to help in her clients' marketing success. Nina also shares details on how she stays educated, finds balance in her personal and professional life, and the importance of communication.
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Dr. Robyn Donaldson is the Co-Founder of SolaceClub, an organization that provides thoughtful care packages to help support those who are grieving. SolaceClub was founded after the unexpected death of Dr. Donaldson's husband. Listen in as Robyn shares her intimate journey of what caused her husband's death, what she did to mourn, and how she manages to work through the grieving process.
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Stacy James is the founder of Dazzle Africa, a non-profit that provides educational and conservation efforts through the support of donations and hosted African safaris. What started out as a trip with 6 other women to realize her dream of seeing elephants roam through the lobby of her hotel has turned into something much bigger than Stacy could ever imagine.
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Jordana McCudden has been teaching in the 5th largest school district in the nation for 18 years. Learn how she, as a middle school teacher, goes out of her way to keep herself educated and relevant so her students get the best possible education. Jordana shares what her daily challenges are, advice for students who are entering middle school for the first time, and practical tips for parents.
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Christy is the owner of Paragon Development Group and founder of Christian Women in Business Nevada. She helps businesses obtain their women-owned business certification and spent the last year opening Elevate Church with her husband. Listen in as Christy shares how she overcomes challenges in a home where family and faith come first.
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Earlier this year, Stephanie Rosol rode her bicycle 545 miles from San Francisco to Los Angeles for the third consecutive year to raise money in support of ending AIDS. Learn how this experience directly supports her executive coaching business, Skye Coaching and a glimpse into what it's like to be a coach.
Stephanie also shares how she started her career working in valet only to find herself reporting directly to Steve Wynn and overseeing the opening of the Encore Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas as the VP of Human Resources. Lots of wonderful and insightful tidbits in this episode!
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Vital Germaine is a keynote speaker, author of Flying Without A Net, and owner of Engage Consulting. While living in New York City, Vital took a risk and tried out for Cirque Du Soleil. Before he knew it, he was traveling the world, performing in front of thousands of people.
In this episode, Vital reveals his life story and how he transitioned from being a performing artist for arguably the most famous production company in the world to how he impacts individuals, teams, and organizations through his engaging keynotes and workshops. He also touches on:
The importance of trust in teamwork
People who have inspired him along the way
Overcoming a career-ending injury
Advice for entrepreneurs
Visit Vital's personal website to learn more about his story and purchase his books, Flying Without a Net (part 1 and 2). To invite Vital to speak or to inquire about his consulting services, visit Engage Teams.
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Stephani Ortiz is the owner of CAST Design Team, a Las Vegas-based web design and personal branding agency. She is also a member of the Young Professional Society's Board of Director's and recently won the up-and-comer award presented by the Women's Chamber of Commerce of Nevada.
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Eileen Jones is the Founder of Desert Divas for Dogs, a non-profit organization that supports rescues by providing food, bedding, or any other supplies that may be needed to support the care of animals. Before starting her own non-profit, Eileen spent twenty years working as a Human Resources professional and consultant.
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Natalie Buckel is the Leadership Director for the Henderson Chamber of Commerce where she spearheaded fundraising events, forged business relationships within the community, and oversaw all leadership programming including details for the Chamber's coveted leadership program. Prior to working for the Chamber, Natalie and her husband owned a Jimmy John's franchise where they introduced the brand to the Las Vegas Valley for the first time.
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After decades of being uncomfortable in his own skin, Jeremy's life completely changed at the age of 37. The author of Taking the Scenic Route to Manhood and accomplished speaker, Jeremy travels the country to share his personal story of challenge, transition, and change as a transgender man.
Listen as Jeremy shares:
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How he overcame his biggest life challenge
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What it's like to write a book
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His advice to anyone considering transitioning
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Volunteering with HRC
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Managing impatience
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Being vulnerable
Jeremy is a speaker with CAMPUSPEAK and covers topics like overcoming fear and embracing change. He spoke about transitioning to happy in a TEDxUNLV event and continues to represent the transgender community as a volunteer with the Human Rights Campaign (HRC).
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Katelynn was born and raised in Las Vegas and began working with horses in her teens. She attended the Monty Roberts International Learning Center where she not only fell in love with Mustangs but also became one of only 62 certified instructors in the world. She is the only Monty Roberts Instructor who is certified in the state of Nevada.
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Welcome to the intro episode of the Leadership Looks Like Podcast. Learn how this special project was conceptualized from host, Kri Edholm. This podcast and project is dedicated to leaders everywhere and contributions are highly encouraged.
About Kri Edholm
Kri is the owner of Leadership Excursion Co. and Founder of Spark Women's Leadership Retreat. After working in the technology industry for two decades and serving her community as a search and rescue volunteer, Kri is now a motivational leadership speaker and educator.
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