FemCity: Recent Episodes
Violette de Ayala
Soulful conversations with female entrepreneurs, executives and change-makers covering topics on personal growth, professional development, mindset shifts and an array of additional trending topics all created to uplift, elevate and collectively add inspiration, motivation and good vibes.
In the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and FemCity COO, Lynn Pelzer sit down and chat about how to know when it’s time to pivot.
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free! You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
In the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, FemCity COO Lynn Pelzer sits down with Po-Hung Yu, a trusted advisor, somatic healer, and microdosing guide, for an insightful conversation on healing and the power of plant medicine.
About Po-Hung Yu // Po-Hung Yu helps high-performing CEOs and Founders live in flow, experience true freedom, and create intimacy in their life. Transformational coach, microdosing guide, somatic healer, and host of Tao of Po Podcast.
Learn more at: https://www.taoofpo.com/
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free! You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
In the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala is joined by Author and Speaker, Orly Zeewy. Orly shares Secrets and Statistics on Women in Business. Join us as they dive into the common threads and what it means.
About Orly Zeewy // Orly Zeewy is an author, speaker, educator, and a facilitator of lightbulb moments. Her superpower? She makes fuzzy clear. She works with startup founders and business owners to clarify and communicate their zone of genius so they can attract more of their ideal customers and scale fast.
In addition to her consulting work, Orly is a popular speaker and has been a guest on more than thirty podcasts. Most recently, she was interviewed on StoryTellHer, The EntreProfessor, and She Is Unstoppable. She has lectured at Wharton and taught in The Close School of Entrepreneurship at Drexel University, Jefferson University, and the University of Pennsylvania.
Orly has been featured in Medium and her articles have been published in national publications such as The Marketing Journal, Smart Hustle and Lioness Magazine. Her book: Ready, Launch, Brand: The Lean Marketing Guide for Startups was published by Routledge in May 2021 and was the #1 new business
book release on Amazon in April 2021. Her second book, Why NOT Me? The Female Guide for Entrepreneurship will be published in 2025.
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About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free! You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
In the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala is joined by FemCity Founder Member and financial planner, Mari Delgado where they dive into the topic of Girl Math, the Truth of Women and Finances. Don't’ miss this.
About Mari // Mari, a CFP® professional and Private Wealth Advisor, is a strong believer that anything can be achieved with the proper planning and preparation. From serving as the first woman president of the Association of Latino Professionals For America at FIU, to starting her career at the top team at Merrill Lynch, she’s broken down barriers time and time again. Mari brings a decade of experience in Private Wealth Management.
She currently works at Ellevest, a financial advisory firm built by women for women. Her
main focus is to help women in transition: executives with significant wealth tied up in one stock, dealing with divorce or the loss of a partner, receiving an inheritance, navigating an IPO or liquidity event or nearing (or currently in) retirement. Mari helps her clients build financial stability and make an impact with their wealth using personalized, goals-based investment strategies. She currently serves both Spanish- and English-speaking clients nation-wide.
Mari is a big supporter of local organizations like Habitat for Humanity, 100+ Women Who Care, Women's Executive Club of Fort Lauderdale, Coral Gables Woman's Club and the Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. Her hobbies include yoga, running & reading. Her and her husband, Manuel, recently welcomed twin boys!
Connect with Mari! Email: mdelgado@ellevest.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariidelgado/
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free! You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
In the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and FemCity COO, Lynn Pelzer dive into How to Start a Business! The when, the how, and so much more. Don’t miss this as it’s filled with so much goodness.
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free! You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
In the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, FemCity COO, Lynn Pelzer, is joined by FemCity Founder's Member and CEO and Creative Leader of Aurora Design Inc . Melissa shares with us about empowering excellence: An Owners Guide to Building Team Culture.
About Melissa Tossell // Even though her grandfather’s family business was construction (they called it carpentry), it was her father’s influence of fixing their own home (even re-roofing their house in the desert heat- ask her about it sometime!) up with minor repairs and her creativity, intelligence, and love of story-telling that led her to consider the career of architecture and design. Out of kismet came a college campus visit to find a career that united her two sides- practical and creative.
She found a knack for guiding and helping clients through the entire renovation process- being able to balance pushing their boundaries into what they love with handling the nitty gritty details like permits, contractors, and detailed designs.
Today she takes great joy in her work and passionately supports her community through volunteerism (a requirement for everyone at Sanura Design)- both every Monday at Furniture Bank and through her association ARIDO. She also mentors students and those starting their careers, and is an author and paid speaker educating the public on design and beyond. In her free time she’s gaming (board, video, and D&D), crafting, hiking, or enjoying a movie (probably popcorn variety!).
Spiritually speaking, she identifies as a deep Empath, and has other fun abilities, like the ability to channel (speak with those in the spirit world). If you ever want to know more, just ask her!.
Learn more at https://www.sanuradesign.ca/
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free! You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
In the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala is joined by FemCity Founder's Member and Life + Health Coach Elizabeth Sherman. Elizabeth shares nutritional, wellness and practical tips for women in their post productive years.
About Elizabeth Sherman // Elizabeth helps women in midlife to prioritize their health so that their health doesn't get in the way of the things that they want to do. She is a holistic life and health coach, understanding that our physical health does not exist in a vacuum, and is greatly impacted by our emotional and mental health. Women in midlife have so many things that are changing in our lives: our hormones, our families (empty nest, parents that need more support, and for many that impacts our primary relationship), we want more from our friendships, and are starting to ask the big questions, like, "What IS my purpose here?" By focusing on our health, we can uncover so much self-empowerment.
Learn more at https://elizabethsherman.com/
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free! You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Tune in to the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, where FemCity CEO Violette de Ayala sits down with Dr. Cristie Ritz-King, a member of the FemCity Founder’s Circle, and trauma therapist, maternal mental health specialist, and mindfulness teacher. Together, they delve into the crucial topic of maternal mental health, exploring the realities of burnout and offering valuable insights and strategies. Don't miss this empowering and informative conversation!
Dr. Cristie Ritz King // Cristie Ritz-King, is a Doctor of Psychology with a specialty in trauma and postpartum maternal mental health. She is passionate about helping new moms manage the huge transition to parenting and seasoned parents learning to navigate the transitions that kids of all ages go through. She is available for 1-1 counseling, and group support at WonderIncWellness.com (in Red Bank) and she’s created online support for parents of all stages at ReinventionMom.com.
Before becoming a counselor, Cristie worked as a doula, a health coach and a teacher in public and private schools for 12 years. Maybe most important though is she is mom to three nearly grown humans with three very different types of needs. So in addition to training, she is in the trenches, juggling motherhood, relationships, career and self-care. She gets it. Cristie’s kids may be closer to college than diapers, but she remembers the tricky years and is eager to help all parents get exactly what they need to feel supported and empowered on this journey. Learn more at https://wonderincwellness.com/
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free! You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Join us for the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast as FemCity COO, Lynn Pelzer, sits down with Michele D'Ambrosia to discuss "Life's Toolbox for an Abundant Life." Michele, a licensed interfaith reverend and natural foods manufacturer, brings over thirty years of experience in guiding clients toward healthier, more fulfilling lives.
About Michele D’Ambrosia // Michele currently maintains her practice in Sarasota Florida, where she works with adults and teenagers. As a practitioner, her clients come to her for support, handling stress, overeating and eating disorders, depression, unhealthy relationships, self-destructive behaviors, and addiction. Michele’s treatment practice is solution-focused and integrates astrology and numerology.
She uses behavioral therapy, with mind-body strategies such as journaling which can do great things for mental health. She teaches mindful meditation and how to think. Her clients learn affirmative goal writing to achieve a balanced life, healthy body, joyful relationships, working, and volunteering in the community.
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free! You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Join us for the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast as FemCity Founder, Vioeltte de Ayala and FemCity COO, Lynn Pelzer as they dive into aging with grace – the beauty of it, and navigating the ups and downs with confidence.
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free! You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Join us for the latest episode of the FeCity Podcast as FemCity Founder, Vioeltte de Ayala is joined by Rabbi Judy, lifelong entrepreneur and co-author of two books. They’ll dive into the topic of How Spiritual Practices can Catalyze Your Growth in Business.
About Rabbi Judy // Judy Greenfeld is a concierge Rabbi / Cantor, lifelong entrepreneur & co-author of two books that integrate ancient wisdom with contemporary personal development practices: Minding the Temple of the Soul and Entering the Temple of Dreams. Judy is committed to helping forward-thinkers rewrite their negative stories about faith and find deeper meaning through personalized daily spiritual practices.
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free! You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Selling Author, Executive and Life Coach, and the President of FemCity International. Get ready to explore 5 effective strategies for international networking that will elevate your connections and opportunities.
About Stacey Luces // Leading with vision and expertise as the Founder and CEO of Evolution ExecutiveCoaching, Stacey Luces stands out as an International Best-Selling Author, a Certified Executive and Life Coach, and the President of FemCity International. A sought-after speaker, she has shared her profound insights on multiple global platforms. Her impactful presence has been showcased across media giants like the CW Network, UN Women, Brooklyn Café TV Network, FemCity, IBM, DHS, AGA Council for the Advancement of Women, and an array of podcasts. Learn more at: evolutionexecutivecoaching.com
Connect with Stacey on LinkedIn @staceyluces and IG @stacey.luces
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free! You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Join us as we explore the art of attracting the life you want with Debbie Heiser, a seasoned entrepreneur and valued member of FemCity Founder’s Circle. Can everyone manifest the life they want? Debbie shares her expertise on focusing our energy on what we want, not what we don’t. She emphasizes authenticity over superficiality, advocating for "being it until you become it." Discover practical tips for leading a purposeful life while achieving entrepreneurial success. Tune in now and unlock the secrets to making your dreams a reality.
About Debbie // Debbie helps entrepreneurs make a lot of money, doing what they love without sacrificing what’s important to them. She is passionate about helping other entrepreneurs lead their businesses instead of the business running their lives, so they can have their hopes, wishes and dreams come true. She also is an adjunct professor at Gonzaga University. Learn more at https://www.leadyourlituplife.com
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free! You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Welcome to this episode of the FemCity podcast, where FemCity COO Lynn Pelzer is joined by Marion Estienne, a seasoned professional in leadership and team development. Together, they explore the new rules of work including adapting and navigating.
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About Marion Estienne // Marion has been working in the field of leadership and team development for over 25 years. As a trainer, executive coach, and facilitator, her passion for leadership development includes the importance of leading ourselves, or self-leadership. Our personal and professional growth and development is quintessential before we can lead others. Marion is the principal of 3sixtyglobal.
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free! You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Join FemCity COO Lynn Pelzer as she sits down with the FemCity Founder’s Member, Helen Snell in the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast. Together, they explore "The Power of Storytelling in Small Business Marketing," delving into Helen's expertise in crafting authentic narratives that resonate with audiences.
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About Helen // Helen Snell is a storyteller. She focuses on storytelling to develop biographies and profiles, web content, and marketing materials to provide entrepreneurs with an authentic voice that connects with their target audience. She also provides ghostwriting for blogs, books, and signature talks elevated with communication mastery. All these things revolve around her family of three children, too quickly advancing into adulthood. Her youngest, Tori, has provided Helen with a rare perspective of the world. Tori has Down Syndrome and has brought Helen such joy in its simplest form. She also provided a key piece in her journey to become a certified communication coach. Helen teaches both storytelling and communication intelligence to create the connection points that lead to sales. Her audacious dreams include ghostwriting a book for the special needs community and running a foster program for senior dogs.
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free! You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Join FemCity COO Lynn Pelzer and guest Nadia, a FemCity Founder's Circle Member, in an empowering discussion on "Embracing Your Worth: Self Love in Your Business." Discover invaluable insights and practical tips on cultivating self-love, building confidence, and nurturing your worthiness as an entrepreneur. Tune in to the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast now to unlock the secrets to thriving both personally and professionally.
About Nadia // Self Love Diva. Nadia helps people break free of emotional abuse, embrace self love, live authentically and unapologetically.
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free! You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
On the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, FemCity Founder and host, Violette de Ayala interviewed Founder of Elisamama, Fisayo Che.
Fisayo's journey is so magical and a great story of following passion, heart and bringing it back to big positive social impact.
About Fisayo Che // Fisayo Che, a dedicated mother of three, is the visionary founder behind Elisamama, an apparel brand catering to women and children. Fisayo established the brand in 2020, motivated by the passion to craft a different version of the Nigerian story. She launched the brand, keenly driven by the desire to bring jobs to Nigeria in a way that uplifts, empowers and improves quality of life. With her work at Elisamama, Fisayo also aspires to contribute to a new narrative, one where Nigeria shines as a global fashion leader.
Elisamama is a celebration of impact, joy and easy-to-wear style. Their products are meticulously crafted using locally sourced materials and traditional Nigerian techniques. The brand prioritizes vibrant Ankara prints and intricately hand dyed textiles on fabric made from cotton grown locally in Nigeria. Fisayo strives to push the boundaries of design by infusing African-inspired elements with contemporary aesthetics to create garments that are accessible to a global community.
In just a few short years, Elisamama has already left an indelible mark with presence at luxury retailers and specialty stores across the U.S. The brand is going on its 13th season at Saks Fifth Avenue and was recently selected as part of the 2023 Saks New Wave program for promising emerging brands. Elisamama's garments are also stocked at ShopBop, Tuckernuck, Maisonette and about 20 specialty boutiques across the U.S
Fisayo's Elisamama journey is a testament to the harmony of profits and purpose. She is excited to prove that when driven by a strong sense of mission, business success and making a positive impact can indeed go hand in hand.
Learn more at www.elisamama.com
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free! You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Join FemCity's COO, Lynn Pelzer, in a great conversation with Sandra Rodriguez-Pabon, a FemCity Founder’s Member and a member of the FemCity International Board. As a seasoned Brand and Marketing Strategist, Sandra unveils the secrets of Marketing Magic: Innovative Strategies for Small Business Owners.
Tune in now.
About Samdra // Samdra Rodriguez-Pabon is a purpose-driven Brand and Marketing Strategist. She is committed to empowering and guiding businesses with curated strategies and custom designs to create unique brand experiences that will help them with business growth, sustainability, and brand positioning. You can learn more about Samdra and Samdraland by visiting samdraland.com
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership! It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free! You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Join FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and FemCIty COO, Lynn Pelzer in a special episode of the FemCity Podcast on The Power of Female Friendships.
Violette and Lynn share insights, personal stories, and practical tips on nurturing and harnessing the power of female friendships. Tune in now for an inspiring conversation that explores the unique strength found in the bonds between women.
Tune in now.
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free! You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Join FemCity Founder and host of the FemCity Podcast, Violette de Ayala in a discussion with Demitra Vassiliadis of Heaven to Earth Astrology, and FemCity Founder’s Circle Member.
Demitra sheds light on the key principles of astrology and how it influences our lives, and what is in store for the year ahead. Demitra unveils astrological insights, offering a glimpse into the energies that will shape the coming months. Whether you're an astrology newbie or enthusiasts, this episode promises to be an enlightening and entertaining exploration of the cosmic landscape.
Tune in now to gain a deeper understanding of astrology and a sneak peek into the astrological forecast for 2024.
About Demitra // Demitra Vassiliadis of heaventoearthastrology.com is a spiritual astrologer and inspirational speaker who is passionate about helping others understand their unique talents and life path, reflected through the prism of spiritual astrology. Her interpretations and infectious enthusiasm for her subject have made her a popular speaker, performer, personal consultant, and workshop and retreat leader for clients such as Deepak Homebase at ABC Carpet and Home, NYC’s Open Center where she was a regular ceremony leader and weekly blogger. She currently collaborates with NYC’s Instituto Xilonen and has led workshops at New Age Health Spa, McGraw Hill corporate event, Mohonk Mountain House and more. Her Astrology practice is centered in NYC. Her work takes her across the tri state area and beyond.
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free!. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Join FemCity Founder and host of the FemCity Podcast, Violette de Ayala in an inspirational chat with Kat Barrow-Horth, owner of Robin Rile Fine Art and founder of Comic Kids. From fear and habits, to dry January, and creativity in kids to landing on national TV, Kat's journey is a must-hear!
Tune in now.
About Kat // Kat Barrow-Horth is the owner of Robin Rile Fine Art and founder of Comic Kids, a Miami-based nonprofit whose mission is to help children in vulnerable communities learn art through comics and cartoons by donating art classes, art books, and art supplies to kids who need it most. Kat has taught thousands of children how to draw comic and cartoon characters, and works with organizations such as Nicklaus Children's Hospital, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Lotus House Shelter for Women, and Voices for Children, among others. Kat is a member of the Beaux Arts Organization which benefits the Lowe Art Museum at University of Miami and has sat on their Board of Directors for community outreach engaging children from Title I schools giving tours and art classes to these kids. After a recent feature on The Kelly Clarkson Show, Kat and her husband Reed partnered with Scholastic Books to get books and graphic novels into the hands of vulnerable children in South Florida. In November 2023, Kat released her first three Comic Kids art books teaching children how to draw, and plans to create an entire line of books to make art education accessible to more children.
About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and see if the FemCity vibe is a good fit for you. And it’s free!. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Join us on the FemCity Podcast for an insightful episode featuring financial expert Shalini Dharna Kibsey. Shalini specializes in financial literacy for entrepreneurs, sharing her expertise to guide businesses toward success.
This week you’ll learn common pitfalls and challenges for small business owners. Plus, gain actionable insights for better money management tailored for small business women.
Don't miss this empowering conversation on financial fitness! Tune in now.
About Shalini Dharna Kibsey // Shalini Dharna is a financial expert and Chartered Public Accountant who specializes in financial literacy for entrepreneurs. With a deep understanding of the importance of education as the cornerstone for financial prosperity, Shalini is committed to helping entrepreneurs improve their financial literacy and make informed decisions to drive their businesses towards success. Learn more at: https://dharnacpa.ca/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Get ready to infuse some holiday magic into your networking game with tips from FemCity Founder Violette de Ayala and COO Lynn Pelzer on this week's episode of The FemCity Podcast.
As the year winds down, the ladies share invaluable insights on how to navigate holiday gatherings, build meaningful connections, and propel your business forward.
Violette unveils three actionable tips that will not only enhance your networking skills but also make your holidays more impactful. Tune in, elevate your festive connections, and step into the new year with confidence and success!
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Welcome to the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, where FemCity COO Lynn Pelzer sits down with Emilah De Toro, a renowned coach and guide often referred to as a "midwife to the soul."
Join Lynn and Emilah as they explore "Intuition as a Tool For Healing." Delving into questions like "What is intuition?" and "Does everyone have intuition?" Emilah sheds light on the nuances of distinguishing intuition from anxiety and fear.
Tune in now and discover the transformative power of embracing your intuition.
About Emilah De Toro // Often called a midwife to the soul, Emilah coaches, teaches and empowers people to engage their intuition, put themselves at the center of their lives, and trust themselves and the guidance they receive.
She walks the twin paths of personal growth and spiritual development, seeing them as two wings of a dragonfly - essential to taking flight.
Learn more at: https://emilah.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Join FemCity CEO Violette de Ayala and COO Lynn Pelzer in a special episode of the FemCity Podcast: World Kindness Day -- Shine a Light on Goodness.
Discover the transformative power of kindness, its impact on our lives, and actionable ways to celebrate World Kindness Day every day.
Tune in now.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
In the latest episode of The FemCIty Podcast, we explore the incredible power of gratitude. Gratitude is at the core of everything FemCity does. Join our Co-Hosts, FemCity CEO Violette de Ayala, and FemCity COO Lynn Pelzer, as they dive deep into the discussion of how we can use gratitude! Discover the transformative potential of this simple yet profound tool and learn how it can guide us through even the toughest of times. After listening, you'll walk away with actionable tips to bring more gratitude into your life! Listen now.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
In this heartfelt episode of the FemCity Podcast, FemCity Founder Violette de Ayala, has a conversation with her dear friend, Nikki Novo, a renowned Spiritual Guide and the author of "Soul-Led Living." Together, they embark on a soulful journey, delving into the essence of living a life guided by the soul's whispers.
Join us as they share touching stories, wisdom, and insights that will resonate with your own journey of self-discovery and purpose. This is a can't-miss episode filled with gems that will inspire and empower you to lead a life that's truly soul-led.
Tune in to this heartwarming conversation and let the wisdom of two remarkable women uplift your spirit and guide you toward a more meaningful and purposeful existence.
Listen now on the FemCity Podcast.
About Nikki Novo //Nikki Novo is a Cuban-American, best-selling author and master intuitive reader with a waitlist exceeding 1000 people, and the founder of the Soul Reading Method®, a certification program where she has taught more than 1,300 students how to activate their own intuitive abilities. Nikki is the go-to spiritual advisor for the biggest names in the wellness industry and a leader in the spiritual Latinx community.
Dedicated to helping people remember their true soul’s path, Nikki has been featured in Oprah Daily, Well + Good, Cosmo, Bustle, Marie Claire, NBC and Telemundo, as well as on popular podcasts like Almost30, Balanced Blonde, and Highest Self Podcast. She has been commissioned to speak by organizations like Equinox, Yahoo, Bumble, Aveeno, Marriott, and Macy’s. When she is not leading the way for people to connect with their hearts and souls, Nikki is most likely enjoying nature on her 30-acre farm alongside her husband, teen daughter, rambunctious sons, and their farm animals.
Learn more at https://www.nikkinovo.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Join us on this week's episode of the FemCIty Podcast as we sit down with Demetra (Demi) Mallios, the brilliant mind behind Puberry, a gamified health education resource that's changing the game for 4th-12th graders. With medically verified content and interactive features, Puberry covers essential topics like mental health, emotional intelligence, sexual health, puberty, and more. Demi discusses how Puberry is reshaping the way young people learn about their health, making it engaging and effective. Don't miss this exciting conversation with Demi as we explore the future of health education for youth!
About Puberry //Puberry is a gamified health education resource that is revolutionizing the way youth learn about their health. Learn more at: www.puberry.org
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women. Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
In the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, we explore the profound concepts of alignment and clarity with the remarkable Barbara Schumann Lamb. Join us as Barbara unpacks the intricate relationship between alignment, congruence with your values and goals, and clarity, defined by a well-crafted vision of who you truly are.
About Barbara Schumann Lamb//As a survivor of childhood trauma and cancer, Barbara understands that a full and happy life is led by the heart. Barbara has focused most of her adult life on building a successful career and raising her three children.
Always seeking the "reason," Barbara has traveled the world and dove deep into a career, family, and creating the quintessential perfect life. Still, at what she thought was the pinnacle of a successful life, everything crashed, and her "full and happy life" fell apart. Faced with a divorce after 18 years, a business that fell apart, three children to finish raising, and losing everything, Barbara had hit bottom. Life was redefined, and priorities were rearranged.
After several false starts, Barbara realized that she needed to dig deeper, uproot deep-seated trauma, and rebuild her life from the ground up, and that is what she has done.
Barbara currently lives in Miami and is ready to share her story and help others to see that they are not alone. It is never too late to heal and find happiness.
Learn more at https://rockintheriverllc.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
The latest from the FemCity Podcast is a brief yet impactful episode with co-hosts FemCity Founder Violette de Ayala and FemCity COO Lynn Pelzer! Listen in as Lynn shares a personal networking story that transformed her business, offering a glimpse into the real-life impact of strategic connections. You’ll also hear best tips for networking, drawing from their combined expertise and years of experience. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a professional, or simply looking to expand your circle, these actionable insights will empower you to unlock the true potential of networking and leverage it for personal and professional growth. Tune in now!
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
In the latest episode of The FemCity Podcast, our COO, Lynn Pelzer, welcomes a special guest, Naomi Ali, the CEO of NNALI Consulting, Conscious Leadership Coach, and Author. Together, they delve deep into the fascinating realm of achieving alignment and clarity by exploring the interconnectedness of the mind, body, and spirit.
Naomi Ali passionately believes that the state of our mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being profoundly impacts our physical health. As she shares her insights, listeners will discover the profound truth: when one element is out of balance, it can disrupt the harmony of the entire system, leading to fatigue, pain, and various other physical issues.
Naomi offers practical guidance on creating clarity and harmony in our lives.
We've also included valuable resources such as a sleep protocol from Huberman Lab and a demonstration of the physiological sigh technique via this YouTube video.
Tune in to this insightful conversation and discover how to align your mind, body, and spirit to lead a more balanced and fulfilling life.
About Naomi N. Ali // Naomi is the CEO of NNALI Consulting, Conscious Leadership Coach and Consultant, Author, Speaker, and Nationally Syndicated Columnist on The Price of Business Digital Network. NNALI’s mission is to champion conscious leadership where mindset and well-being thrive for the greater good. Visit www.nnali.com to learn more.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
In the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala, and FemCity COO, Lynn Pelzer talk about all things Barbie and the marketing brilliance of it!
Whether you're a Barbie enthusiast, a marketing aficionado, or simply curious about the power of branding, this episode is a must-listen.
Join the conversation! Listen now.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
In this captivating episode of the FemCity Podcast, your host Violette de Ayala, Founder of FemCity, and Carlee Myers, an accomplished leader in stress management and Founder of The Stress Less Company, dive deep into the intricacies of maintaining healthy relationships in both the personal and business realms.
Tune in for an insightful conversation that delves into the essence of fostering connections that thrive. Carlee Myers brings her expertise to the forefront, shedding light on essential concepts such as horizontal dialogue, the power of empathy, deciphering the roots of conflicts, and addressing negativity within relationships. Discover the intriguing concept of the "emotional piggybank" and its profound impact on relationships.
As you listen, you'll gain invaluable tips and actionable insights that empower you to navigate relationships with finesse. Whether it's fostering better connections in your personal life or nurturing harmonious collaborations in your business endeavors, this episode equips you with the tools to forge meaningful interactions.
About Carlee Myers // Carlee Myers teaches leaders how to manage stress so they can focus on what’s most important in life. As the founder of The Stress Less Company, Carlee Myers is an expert at helping leaders manage day-to-day stress in a way that creates satisfying results such as improved sleep, increased income, fulfilling personal relationships and more.
She is the creator of Holding Space™, a new container that allows people to come together, share, and be deeply witnessed in a safe, judgment-free space. Carlee, a Diplomate of The American Institute of Stress and a Certified Safe Conversations® Facilitator and Workshop Leader, has had her work most recently featured in media outlets such as Parade, FOX 29, Good Day Philadelphia, The Maui News and Wholly Magazine.
Learn more here: https://stresslessco.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Tune in for the latest episode of the FemCIty Podcast with COO, Lynn Pelzer, and FemCity Founder’s Circle Member Nicole Woodcox Bolden. They dive into self-worth, the stories we tell ourselves, and how we assume what others think.
Join us as Lynn and Nicole unravel self-perception and its impact on our personal and professional lives. They shed light on how our self-worth shapes our decisions, relationships, and aspirations. Together, they explore the power of rewriting the narratives we create about ourselves, and the transformative effect it can have on our journey towards success and fulfillment.
Listen now.
About Nicole Woodcox Bolden // Nicole has supported mothers, particularly young mothers, in a variety of capacities since 2006. She has been trained in Postpartum doula work through ProDoula since March of 2014, for Birth doula work through DONA since December of 2014 and trained as a Childbirth educator through Lamaze since March 2018. From her own experience, Nicole understands how to support women who are considered high risk, plus size, and who have birthed via c-section. Nicole has her Masters of Social Work and has worked in nonprofit, hospital, and school settings. She is also a transformation life coach and licensed clinical Social Worker trained in perinatal mental health.
Nicole is passionate about empowering families through birth work. She is constantly researching best practices in doula work to ensure she is delivering the best services to the families that have invited her into their lives.
Learn more here: https://www.thrivingwithbaby.com/
Connect with Nicole here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-woodcox-bolden-msw-lcsw-11623023/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
In the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, FemCity CEO Violette de Ayala sits down with Carolyne Doyon, the President and CEO of Club Med North America and the Caribbean. Join us as we delve into the art of finding balance in our fast-paced lives. Discover the importance of taking time off to recharge. Violette and Carolyne share personal insights and practical tips on how to strike the right balance between work, relaxation, and personal well-being.
Tune in for an inspiring dialogue that might just transform the way you view relaxation and achieving harmony in your life.
About Carolyne Doyon // Carolyne Doyon is a seasoned travel industry executive combining more than 25 years of cross-functional leadership experience in the industry, ranging from airline to tour operating, both retail and wholesale.
Carolyne joined Club Med in April 2008 as a Sales Director for Eastern Canada. In December of that year, she was promoted to Vice President for Club Med in Canada, where she proceeded to perform a remarkable transformation of the Canadian business by doubling its revenue and rebalancing its distribution model.
In October 2014, Carolyne’s responsibilities were extended to the Mexican market, where she oversaw the structuring of a local sales organization to capture an emerging demand for premium all-inclusive travel.
In September 2019, Carolyne was named President and CEO of Club Med North America and the Caribbean where now oversees more than 3,500 employees and leads the sales, operations and development activities for four regional offices and nine resorts.
Throughout her tenure at Club Med, Carolyne has been a key contributor to the success of the North American division and has overseen from its earliest stages the project of Club Med’s very first resort in Canada, Québec Charlevoix, a unique four-season mountain resort that opened in December 2021.
Carolyne grew up and studied in Canada, holds a double degree in social sciences and tourism, and was appointed "Personality of the Year" in the Canadian travel industry in 2009. She now lives in Miami, Florida, where she enjoys an active lifestyle with her husband and their son.
Learn more about Club Med at www.clubmed.us
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Tune in for the latest episode of The FemCity Podcast where FemCity CEO, Violette de Ayala, engages in a powerful conversation with this week’s guest, Christi Norfleet. Christi, a FemCity Founder's Circle Member and the Founder of Confluence Business Solutions, joins Violette in exploring a topic of utmost importance – how we can become better allies for those who are different than us.
In this episode, Violette and Christi dive into the heart of allyship. They share insights, anecdotes, and practical advice.
Subscribe, listen, and share this episode.
About Christi Norfleet // Christi created Confluence Business Solutions with the mission of helping small and medium sized businesses succeed by providing simple elegant solutions to their biggest business problems, through automation and sound marketing. Learn more here: https://confluencebusinessolutions.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
This week FemCity CEO, Violette de Ayala is joined by Michele Leahy, Founder at Leahy Life Plan. Join in the conversation as they dive into Services and Support You May Not Know You Need.
About Michelle Leahy // Ms. Leahy is the founder and CEO of Leahy Life Plan, a firm dedicated to life planning for those with disabilities as well as their families. She understands disability challenges from both a professional and personal perspective. Her goal is to assist in developing strategies of funding special needs trusts and creating a roadmap to meaningful adult supports. She has her Certification in Work Incentive Planning through an approved Social Security Administration (SSA) program established through the SSA Ticket To Work Program. Ms. Leahy received her M.S. in Non-Profit Management from Eastern University and an B.A. in Communications, Division of Humanities, from Penn State. She has 15+ years of varied professional work experiences before she established her own company.
She was the first non-veteran Executive Board Member of the United Spinal Association, a national disability rights organization, where she served for over 8 years. In 2018, she spoke on disability issues at the Philadelphia Women’s March on the steps of the Art Museum. She has been a key player in organizations such as AHEDD (a specialized human resource organization), the Epilepsy Foundation of Eastern PA, assisted in the establishment of the Bucks County Center for Independent Living and has served on many community advisory boards that advocate for individuals with disabilities. Ms. Leahy has spoken both nationally and locally on disability at PBI’s Exceptional Children Conference, PaTTAN, Spina Bifida National Conference, VoiceAmerica and on the floor of the Pennsylvania Senate.
Learn more at https://www.leahylifeplan.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Tune in for this week’s episode of the FemCity Podcast and join FemCity COO, Lynn Pelzer and featured guest, Stacey Luces is a best selling author, executive coach and our FemCity International President.
This week Lynn and Stacey dive into the power or intergenerational connections for our wellness! How to start, the benefits, and more. Join the conversation now.
About Stacey Luces // Stacey helps executive women have Clarity, Confidence and Certainty in providing for their family and aging/ailing parents--without Stress and Overwhelm. Her program, “9 STEPS CONQUER FEARS OF FAILURE AND UNWORTHINESS” is designed so that 𝘆𝗼𝘂 have the mindset, tools, strategies, and plans you need to stop losing sleep over the combined responsibilities of caring for your parents and young children, in addition to excelling in your career.
Learn more at https://evolutionexecutivecoaching.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Tune in for this week’s episode of the FemCity Podcast and join FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and featured guest, Julie Allyson, Founder andCEO of Catalyst Personal Transformation Consulting! This week they chat about Julie’s transition from corporate to small business! Julie shares how she knew it was time to go into business and her side hustle to full time PLUS what advice she’d share with others thinking of doing the same.
Listen now!
About Julie Allyson // A witty, genuine and high energy speaker, personal transformation coach and founder of Catalyst Life Coaching whose no BS approach also feels like a huge hug. With a background as an RN for 28 years most recently as a Nurse Executive, cancer survivor and becoming a Mom at 16, Julie has lived and learned and loves to share her experience of how to live life to the fullest. Julie now teaches and inspires driven amazing women highly effective practices, skills and strategies to create their most fulfilled life so they can thrive, feel confident and make the impact they know they were born to make.
Learn more at https://www.julieallyson.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Join us in this insightful episode as we welcome Muneerah Shiraz, a renowned Holistic Nutritionist and Metabolic Balance Coach, and FemCity Global Member. Muneerah shares her expertise and wisdom on navigating menopause with a focus on optimizing metabolism and nutrition.
In our conversation, we delve into the topic of maintaining a high-performing metabolism as we age. Muneerah provides valuable advice, addressing the unique challenges that women face in their 40s and beyond. Discover the key strategies to support your metabolism and ensure vitality during this transformative phase of life.
Additionally, Muneerah reveals some hidden secrets about nutrition that she wishes all women knew. She shares practical tips and insights to help you make informed choices about your diet, enabling you to optimize your health and well-being during menopause.
To wrap up the episode, Muneerah leaves us with some final words of advice, empowering women to embrace their journey through menopause with confidence and self-care. Her guidance will leave you feeling inspired and equipped to navigate this transformative phase of life with grace and resilience.
Tune in to this episode for eye-opening information, expert advice, and practical tips that will help you navigate menopause with a focus on metabolism and nutrition.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to optimize your menopause journey! Subscribe to our podcast for more episodes featuring experts like Muneerah Shiraz, and gain the knowledge and tools to thrive during this transformative phase.
About Muneerah Shiraz // Muneerah Shiraz is a Holistic Nutritionist, an Entrepreneur and the owner of her Online practice Wellness Redone.
Muneerah helps Women 40+ reclaim their health through diet & lifestyle interventions. She does not believe in following fad diets, instead she focuses on changing habits one step at a time so they can be sustained for life.
Learn more at https://wellnessredone.com/muneerahs-story/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Join Lynn Pelzer, COO of FemCity, for the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast as she sits down with Dr. Laura DeCesaris, a functional medicine-trained health strategist and esteemed member of our FemCity Global Program. Together, they delve into the fascinating connection between women's health, business success, and the importance of self-care.
In today's fast-paced world, women often find themselves juggling numerous roles and responsibilities, often at the expense of their own well-being. Dr. Laura encourages us to embrace curiosity and explore the boundless potential of feeling truly vibrant and energized. She emphasizes that while fatigue may seem commonplace, it doesn't have to be the norm.
Discover the transformative power of wellness and how it can revolutionize your business as Dr. Laura shares invaluable insights. Gain a deeper understanding of the impact of sugar on our bodies, and learn practical strategies to improve mindset, overall wellness, and mental clarity. Moreover, Dr. Laura provides valuable dietary tips tailored specifically for women over 30.
Don't miss this empowering conversation that will inspire you to prioritize your health and unleash your full potential in the business world. Tune in to the FemCity Podcast, available on all major podcast platforms, and be sure to subscribe, rate, and review to stay up-to-date with our latest episodes. Your wellness journey starts here!
About Dr. Laura DeCesaris // Dr. Laura is a functional medicine-trained health strategist for female entrepreneurs, career women, and highly motivated women.
Laura obtained her undergraduate background in health and nutrition from Cornell University, and continued on to graduate programs in clinical nutrition and chiropractic. She then trained with the Institute for Functional Medicine and completed her functional medicine certification. She is currently completing an additional fellowship in Functional Medicine with the Academy for Anti-Aging Medicine.
She is the founder of Heartroot Health, a wellness center in Scottsdale, AZ, and is now pursuing her passion of helping highly motivated women truly "have it all" by serving as a strategic wellness consultant for high-achieving women.
Learn more at https://drlauradecesaris.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
In this episode of the FemCity Podcast, Violette de Ayala, CEO of FemCity is joined by FemCity Global Member and social media coach, Michelle Arbore.
Tune in today and learn how as a female entrepreneur you can harness LinkedIn’s power to move connections to conversations. Michelle walks through specific steps you can take today!
The FemCity Podcast is available on all major podcast platforms. Subscribe, rate, and review to stay updated with our latest episodes.
About Michelle Arbore // Michelle works with female entrepreneurs & small business owners who want to grow their business and have success through social media. She shows them how to get results and not run scared from social media. She is also an International speaker on different aspects of social media.
In 2016, Michelle was named an Up and Coming Business Woman sponsored by the Rochester Women’s Network and Digital Rochester honored her as a finalist for her work in the Technology World at the 2016 Technology Woman of the Year breakfast.
Learn more at https://savvysocialmedia.net/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
As we reach the mid-year point, it's a great time to take stock of our progress, reflect on our journey, and make necessary adjustments. The mid-year review process provides an opportunity for reflection and renewal, setting the stage for personal and professional growth.
In this episode of the FemCity Podcast, Lynn Pelzer, COO of FemCity, and Violette de Ayala, CEO of FemCity walk through their best tips for doing a mid-year review. Plus, they share some major truth bombs… Join us now.
FemCity Members, grab your Mid-Year Review Worksheet at www.femcity.com under Member Portal > Worksheets
The FemCity Podcast is available on all major podcast platforms. Subscribe, rate, and review to stay updated with our latest episodes!
This episode is brought to you by FemCity's Money Journal: Attract Wealth in 30 Days written by FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala.
Often, ‘manifestation’ is a word that leaves behind feelings of frustration and hopelessness, as money stories may not alter or up-level the way we live. This money journal implements and crafts an easy-to-follow method that transforms your view to money into a grand and profound connection to wealth, all in balance and flow of love and harmony.
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About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. Want to learn about FemCIty? Join us for our free upcoming Get to Know FemCIty event.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
On the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, FemCity Global Member and Brand Strategist, Amanda Guerassio joins FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala to talk about Creating a Brand that Feels like YOU!
If you want to understand the importance of creating a brand that’s in alignment with your business and how to ensure your brand is authentic, listen now!
About Amanda Guerassio // Amanda is a brand strategist and designer for freedom seekers and serial entrepreneurs. She helps clarify messy braindumps around what you want your brand to be, and translates those abstract ideas into concrete, aligned visuals through her proven branding process.
Life introduced her to the world of freelancing post-college, which is exactly what led her to becoming an accidental entrepreneur. She quickly fell in love with the freedom that came with it.
These days she resides in Round Rock, TX with her husband, daughter, and dog. She’s an avid traveler, amateur chef and can often be found with her nose in a book.
Learn more at: https://www.studioguerassio.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Tune in for this week’s episode of the FemCity Podcast and join FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and featured guest, Sharon Seaberg, Executive Coach and FemCity Global Member! This week’s conversation is about Emotional Intelligence and how to leverage it to reach your goals. What is emotional intelligence? How can it help our businesses? Listen now!
About Sharon Seaberg // Helping accomplished women become influential and deeply fulfilled leaders in 10 weeks without working more and sacrificing their relationships by consciously designing their lives to get what they want. Learn more at http://sharonseaberg.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women. Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
On this week’s episode of the FemCity Podcast, Sarah Sparks, FemCity Global Member and Spiritual Business Advisor joins FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala. Sarah and Violette dive into the energy of 2023, and talk about the desire for ease and alignment.
Tune-in now and get ready for a great discussion that will inspire you!
About Sarah Sparks // Sarah Sparks, MPA is a highly sought-after spiritual business advisor. She is the Director of Spiritual Life, Community, and Belonging and Founder of Create the Spark, LLC. Sarah’s an international best-selling author, podcast host of a top 10% nationally ranked podcast, and successful business owner, who is on this earth to teach professionals how to lead with their soul, by listening to their divine guidance. Sarah believes you are extraordinary and meant for more; she can help you know why you are here and live the life you are meant to live. Learn more at https://www.sarahsparks.love/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
This week’s episode of the FemCity Podcast is all about Money! FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala is joined by Stephanie McCullough, a FemCity Global Member and Founder of Sofia Financial. They discuss Money and the guilt around it – sometimes from making too much money or bad money decisions… Stephanie shares her best tips and advice for women to take charge of their finances. Listen now and walk away motivated!
About Stephanie McCullough // Stephanie founded Sofia Financial in 2011 after 14 years as a financial advisor, with the goal to empower women to make wise financial decisions, address their areas of money stress, and free up their time and mental energy to spend on the things that are truly important. She believes that everyone, regardless of income level, deserves quality, objective advice and excellent service from caring professionals who really listen and are motivated solely by their clients’ success.
Before transitioning into financial services, Stephanie held a wide variety of jobs, including working at the U.S. Department of Commerce in Washington, DC; teaching people more than twice her age how to confidently handle a sailboat at the Annapolis Sailing School; and organizing stimulating educational events for high school students at the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia.Stephanie is married with two kids. She earned an M.A. in International Economics from the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies and a B.A. from Duke University.
Learn more at https://sofiafinancial.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women.
Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Check out the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast where FemCity COO, Lynn Pelzer is joined by Sophie Zollmann, a FemCity Global Member and CEO Founder of SophieZo. They dive into Sophie’s best award winning social media tips for women small business owners – including the importance of authenticity! Plus, the big no-no’s for female business owners.
Listen in now for some great advice and tips.
About Sophie Zollmann // Take the coolest parts of 80’s pop, throw in a leather jacket and some KILLER boots, sprinkle on some Stevie Nicks spirit, a little witchy woowoo, and top it all off with a Potter-esque wand, and you’ve got the one and only SophieZo!
For over 20 years, Sophie Zollmann harnessed her chaos-coordinator magic and organizational wizardry to provide next-level business support for visionary entrepreneurs, coaches, strategists, and thought leaders. The SophieZo all-in-one team provides full-service support for business owners who don’t have the time (or desire!) to lead, manage, or assemble a team piece by piece. Learn more at https://sophiezo.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women. Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
Tune in for a new episode of the FemCity Podcast where FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and FemCity COO, Lynn Pelzer go over FemCity’s May theme: Forgiveness. We’ll define forgiveness and what it’s not. Plus we’ll discuss the stories we tell ourselves. Violette and Lynn both share stories of forgiveness, the messiness of forgiveness, and how forgiving themselves and others helped them grow. Plus learn an exercise to help you work through forgiveness.
FemCity Members, grab your Worksheet on Forgiveness at FemCity.com under Member Portal > Worksheets
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women. Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn at Violette de Ayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
We’re back! To kick off our new season of the FemCity Podcast, FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and FemCity COO, Lynn Pelzer dive into the topic of Spring Cleaning Your Business. Why it’s important to spring clean your business and how! Listen Now.
FemCity Members, grab your Spring Clean Your Business Worksheet at FemCity.com under Member Portal > Worksheets
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
About Violette de Ayala // Violette is a Cuban-American serial and social Entrepreneur, Founder of FemCity®, and virtual mentor to over 20,000 women. Violette has been quoted in Success, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Yahoo Small Business, Business Insider News as a small business expert. You can connect with Violette on IG, FB, LinkedIn @violettedeayala.
About Lynn Pelzer // Lynn is the COO of FemCity and has held a chair position on boards, currently part of a DEI board with FemCity, she has been awarded the Rising Star Award and Crystal Executive Award in her previous company. She has been a contributor on podcasts as well as blogs, and has been a speaker in women’s groups on the topics of business. You can connect with Lynn on Facebook or Linkedin @lynnpelzer.
On the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, Violette de Ayala is joined by Alina Villasante, the Founder of Peace Love World. Alina shares moments of working with Pharrel, Oprah Winfrey and Jennifer Lopez. Alina shared golden nuggets of business advice for women starting and growing business. Listen now.
About Our Guest // Alina Villasante is the founder and designer of her lifestyle brand and an advocate for loving and inspiring others to be the best. The Peace Love World brand was born in 2009 out of an energetic soul's love of fashion. Born in Cuba, raised in New York and based in Miami, Alina found her purpose in the world of fashion after 17 years in the aviation business. While building what the Business Journal called the "world's number one repair station," Alina traveled the world and recognized that everyone was hungry for the same thing: peace, love, and happiness. She decided that her mission was to find a window to the world where she could inspire people not only to feel loved but to love others. During the High Standard Aviation sales process, Alina found her voice of positive energy and affirmations and used the clothing as her canvas to spread her message.
The movement quickly spread to major retailers along with 2,000 boutiques around the world. It has been endorsed by celebrities such as Pharrell, Coca Cola, Oprah Winfrey, Jennifer Lopez, and the Kardashians. The popularity that the brand was gaining led it to the QVC platform. The opportunity filled in a blank that her client was looking for and an opportunity to touch millions with the brand message.
Peace Love World is Alina's destiny and through life's many obstacles, she stands through her mission and purpose - always keeping the light on even in the dark. Today, Alina and her daughter are the hearts behind the brand who work together daily to build an empire. "I feel so blessed not only to take this journey with my daughter, but to know that not only will I leave my legacy to her ... but she will step into my shoes and keep my energy alive."
Peace Love World is a luxury lifestyle brand that embodies fashion with meaning founded and designed by Hispanic female entrepreneur Alina Villasante. Launched in 2009, Peace Love World has grown into a global brand with celebrity fans including Jennifer Lopez and Kris Jenner. Known for comfortable and flattening styles, every garment is branded with positive affirmations and infused with love in the form of eight embroidered red dash-marks, one dash for every letter in the word “love” and the word “amor.” For more information, visit www.PeaceLoveWorld.com.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
On the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, Violette de Ayala is joined by Marci Hopkins, of Wake Up with Marci, as they dive into Marci’s honest and inspiring story and her best advice. Tune in now.
About Our Guest // MARCI HOPKINS is an award-winning TV Personality, host and creator of Wake Up with Marci, a Recovery Expert on Fox, CBS, NBC and ABC and the author of ‘Chaos to Clarity: Seeing The Signs and Breaking The Cycles’.
Wake Up with Marci is a talk show that airs on the CBS owned WLNY-TV 10/55 in the Tri-State area, streams on Hulu Live at 10 am on Saturdays, and is available on all podcast platforms.
As a native of Texas, Marci started her career at Fox Cable Group, where she served in multiple roles and quickly climbed the corporate ladder which led to her ultimately becoming the Director of On-Air Promotions for the FX Network in Los Angeles.
When Marci’s not hosting her show, the mother-of-two devotes much of her time to giving back to her community. Marci supports the Kumali Organization and other orphanages in Uganda, Africa. Since she began her fundraising efforts, one of the ministries she's worked with has been able to buy land and build a home for the native children. Marci is also on the board of the YWCA, which is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. The YWCA helps women and children through Healing Space with an emphaisis on helping those that were sexually assaulted.
Marci has also helped to open a safe haven for women and children in New Jersey through her interview and support of Access Family Services where she was awarded for her support. She has also been honored as 2021 TOP 25 LEADING WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS by Leading Women Entrepreneurs, and has received the Women’s Achievement Award from The New Jersey State Federation Women’s Club, as well as being honored by the Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge at their Whiskers and Tails Dinner and Casino Night.
Marci has been named a top influencer in New Jersey by 201 Magazine, featured on; ABC, NBC, Fox, CBS, Yahoo, CBS New York; PEOPLE en Espanol; Latina Magazine; News 12 NJ; 201 Magazine, New Jersey Family Magazine, Hollywood Times, The Bergen Record, BOLD Global and other leading outlets.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
On the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, Violette de Ayala is joined by Jessica Goldman Srebnick, CEO of Goldman Global Arts where they dive into lessons she’s learned from her late father and her fresh approach to the market. Don’t miss this episode!
About Our Guest // Following in her father’s footsteps, Jessica Goldman Srebnick and Goldman Global Arts are continuing to brighten up the world by spearheading world-renowned art projects in collaboration with the NFL, When We All Vote and neighborhoods including Wynwood, Houston Bowery Wall in New York and has most recently taken over Deep Ellum through several projects.Learn more at https://goldmanglobalarts.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
On the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, Violette de Ayala is joined by Vanessa Coppes, Founder of BELLA Media + Co. You won’t want to miss this episode where Vanessa shares her inspiration, reality, and biggest advice!
About Our Guest // A certified Digital Marketer, Content + Social Media Strategist, Vanessa Coppes is also the author of “5 Steps to Fabulous,” the Co-Founder of ETTWomen and the ETTWomen Foundation. After acquiring BELLA Magazine, Coppes founded BELLA Media + Co. and became the publication's CEO + Editor-In-Chief in August of 2019. Learn more at https://vanessacoppes.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
On the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, Violette de Ayala is joined by Amy Welsman, to talk about launching a business, challenges and inspiration!
About Our Guest // When the idea for PAUME came to founder Amy Welsman in early 2019, she was a new parent concerned about the health and wellbeing of her daughter. Already a seasoned entrepreneur by this point, Amy helped build the wildly successful Canadian women’s intimate apparel brand Knix as its first employee. Amy’s innate talent for pinpointing—and bringing to life—the next big idea led her to the concept of a nourishing, indulgent, sustainable hand care brand.
PAUME launched in late 2020 with one product, the PAUME Antibacterial Hand Gel. The award winning formula, which features 69% ethyl alcohol, moisturizing plant-based emollients including Safflower Oil, Aloe Vera, Witch Hazel, and the PAUME Signature Blend of five essential oils with notes of woody cedar, crisp citrus, and herbaceous lavender and rosemary, is the antidote to the harsh, astringent, utilitarian hand sanitizers that have become ubiquitous. In the midst of relying on these products to keep her daughter safe, Amy felt that there had to be a better way.
Amy began creating PAUME a few months before the pandemic hit, but the need for a product that protects people and their loved ones from germs and bacteria has become more relevant now than ever. Amy's vision is to create products that are both elegant and effective, and helps us to feel safe and to stay in touch with the people in our lives.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
On the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, Violette de Ayala is joined by Jess Graham, to talk about Menopause: why it’s not discussed, facts, resources, and more.
About Our Guest // Jess Graham, General Manager of Phenology & CMO of Hologram Sciences
Jess is 48 and in perimenopause. She is a self-described loud mouth, frequent contrarian, and advocate for women, science, data, and the power of community.
Jess retired from a successful 15+ year career in Financial Services having spent many years at Visa, one of the world’s most well known brands, to focus on work where she could have meaningful positive impact led her to recent senior leadership roles in human genomics (Helix), data and privacy (Facebook), and the intersection of culture and technology (Instagram)
Jess is a member of LGBTQ+ community, the youngest of four daughters, and graduate of a women's college which means she’s always been conscious of bias -- in health, education, research, career, and everyday life. She is excited to be part of a company that has aspirations to make meaningful contributions to women's health and wellbeing. Jess actively mentors in the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities. She lives in BK with her wife Kelly and their goofy great dane, Philo.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Tune in for the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast with Violette de Ayala and featured guest Meredith Madsen of Sunshine & Glitter! Meredith shares her inspiration, challenges and best tips!
About Our Guest // Founder and CEO, Meredith Madsen started Sunshine & Glitter in 2018 with a mission to create a suncare line that created joy by bringing together the fun of glitter with ingredients that are good for everyone’s skin and good for the planet. With her own family in mind, she set out to prove that sun safety can be fun! All of the company’s products are made with nourishing ingredients that are eco-friendly and reef safe. Loaded with antioxidants, such as green tea extract and aloe, Sunshine & Glitter products are all made in the USA and can now be found in more than 2,000 locations. Learn more at www.sunshineglitter.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
On the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, Fecmity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala is joined by Royal Nation’s Lauren Hayes. Hear about Lauren’s inspiration, challenges and best advice.
About Our Guest // Lauren Hayes founded Royal Nation in August 2021 with the goal of bringing representation to the narrative around childrenswear.
Her love of fashion started at a young age, as she watched her mother buy menswear and childrenswear for Polo Ralph Lauren and became a fit model, appearing in her first Ralph Lauren print ad at the age of four.
After becoming a mom of two, Lauren realized firsthand the challenges of dressing her young children in clothing that both she and her children felt good about. Discovering the lack of representation in childrenswear, Lauren created Royal Nation to close that gap.
Lauren attended Spelman College and received her MBA from Howard University, and is part of the inaugural collective of brands supported by the Stateless Incubator.
Learn more at https://royalnation.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Tune into the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast with FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured guest Maccie Varnado Co-Owner Tees2UrDoor. You’ll hear Maccie’s founding story and then listen in as Violette and Maccie dive into Scaling + Growth Pains.
About Maccie Varnado, Tees2UrDoor // They say some of the best things in life happen by accident. Our story begins in 2001, when we began printing t-shirts for local sports teams and businesses. We enjoyed working with the community and seeing our products worn all around town. Over time, we took our products to the retail market by opening brick and mortar shops in malls and by connecting with buyers at wholesale fashion markets. In 2013 we decided it was time to launch a website to showcase some of our designs in hopes of meeting new customers. We could have never predicted what happened next. The team went to bed after completing the website, and woke the next day to find 10,000 new followers. We could not believe how quickly things were taking off. Our first holiday approached…Mardi Gras. We uploaded our designs and quickly sold several hundred orders. The week after, we had reached 80,000 followers. And it just kept growing. Since then, we’ve expanded our brand to include not only affordable graphic tees but also a small but fun line of leggings and cardigans. Today, we are still that family owned business located in Nederland, Texas. We have grown not only in followers, but in staff and space. Our warehouse is now 20,000 sq/ft. and includes a full design staff and photography studio. We appreciate every single order we get, and can’t wait to see what happens next!
Learn more at https://www.tees2urdoor.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured guests Sara Blanchard and Misasha Suzuki Graham. Tune in to hear their story and walk away inspired. Sara Blanchard and Misasha Suzuki Graham // Sara Blanchard and Misasha Suzuki Graham are the authors of the book Dear White Women: Let's Get (Un)comfortable Talking About Racism. They are the co-hosts of the podcast Dear White Women. Sara Blanchard also has written the book Flex Mom, and is a consultant and certified life coach. She lives in Denver. Misasha Suzuki Graham is an attorney. She lives in the Bay Area of California.
Learn more at https://www.dearwhitewomen.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured guest Tiffany Hardin, CEO and executive marketer. Tune in to hear Tiffany’s story in this super inspirational conversation.
About Tiffany Hardin // Tiffany is the CEO of Gild Creative Group, award-winning executive marketer, and professional Conscious Hustler.
As an independent black-owned woman-led agency, Tiffany leads her team at Gild Creative Group in strategy and influencer marketing. She is most well known for working with ambitious brands to help build community and culture.
Learn more at theconscioushustler.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured guests from the FemCity Global Members Program, Sarah Sparks and Sophie Zollmann for How to Engage on Social Media.
About Sarah Sparks // Sarah Sparks is a highly sought-after Spiritual Business Mentor, who guides her clients to align with the soul of their business. She guides fun, fabulous, fashionable entrepreneurs who feel lost, tired, and worn out to Level Up and Lead with Their Soul all by Listening to Their Divine Guidance! Connect with Sarah at sarahsparks.love/
About Sophie Zollmann // Sophie is a Certified Online Business Manager, Social Media Manager and Customer Acquisition Specialist providing next level business support services to coaches, consultants, and visionary entrepreneurs for over 20 years. She’s a skilled chaos coordinator with a passion for organization, she gives business owners back their time so they’re free to focus on scaling their business and making more money! Learn more at sophiezo.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured guest from the FemCity Global Members Program Laura Beauparlant + Shannon Hinderberger discussing “How to Market Your Brand for Small Business Saturday”
About Laura Beauparlant//Laura Beauparlant, an award-winning speaker, author and branding expert on a mission to help as many entrepreneurs as I can turn their ‘magic’ into authentic and memorable brands. Learn more at labcreative.ca
About Shannon Hinderberger// Shannon is founder and principal consultant of Shannon Lee Strategy, Shannon offers hands-on digital marketing and social media coaching, strategy, and account management for clients throughout the US. She has been honored by Cascade Business News in Bend, Oregon as an “Accomplished Under 40” Award Winner. Learn more at shannonleestrategy.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured guest Raquel Ponce, Founder and CEO of Miami Fitwear.
Learn how Raquel started her business, learned to scale, overcame challenges and her work with Brittney Spears.
Raquel Ponce, Founder, CEO, and Creative Director // A fearless powerhouse, Raquel oversees the daily happenings of her creative and production team. Fueled by iced coffee and an EDM soundtrack she brings never-ending motion to Miami Fitwear.
The work never stops when being a Business owner and mother of 3 wonderful children, Raquel exceeds her Taurus sign in passion and dedication.
Learn more at: www.miamifitwear.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured guest from the FemCity Global Members Program Shannon Hinderberger + Tayloria Grant discussing how to write an engaging social media post.
About Shannon Hindgerberger // Shannon is founder and principal consultant of Shannon Lee Strategy, Shannon offers hands-on digital marketing and social media coaching, strategy, and account management for clients throughout the US. She has been honored by Cascade Business News in Bend, Oregon as an “Accomplished Under 40” Award Winner. Learn more at shannonleestrategy.com
About Tayloria Grant // Tayloria Grant is an award-winning marketing and communications professional, has appeared on all major national TV networks, and has conducted over 4000 coaching sessions for more than 300 global professionals in 45 countries. Tayloria has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs and professionals be known as industry experts, grow their businesses with social media marketing, and obtain jobs with multi-international and American companies, including Google, Amazon, and McKinsey & Company. Learn more at onefulllife.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured guests from the FemCity Global Member Program, Sophie Zollman, Laurie Hunt, and Stephanie McCullough “What's holding you back”.
About Sophie Zollman // Sophie is a Certified Online Business Manager, Social Media Manager and Customer Acquisition Specialist providing next level business support services to coaches, consultants, and visionary entrepreneurs for over 20 years. She’s a skilled chaos coordinator with a passion for organization, she gives business owners back their time so they’re free to focus on scaling their business and making more money! Learn more at sophiezo.com
About Laurie Hunt // Laurie’s work is focused on helping people find their unique ‘more-in-me’ — the resilience to navigate the unknown, the stamina to carry on when challenged or perhaps the courage to try something new. Your possibilities are unlimited! Learn more at lauriehunt.com
About Stephanie McCullough // Stephanie founded Sofia Financial in 2011 after 14 years as a financial advisor, with the goal to empower women to make wise financial decisions and reduce their money stress. In her early years she encountered too many women who found finances and investing so intimidating that they either outsourced money decisions to a man in their lives (sometimes with disastrous consequences), or relied on “professionals” who too often focused more on their own paycheck than providing true education and guidance. Learn more at sofiafinancial.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured guests from the FemCity Global Member Program, Emilah Dawn DeToro, Linda Babulic, and Martha Brown discussing “How do you become your highest version of yourself”
About Emilah Dawn De Toro // Coaching, teaching and empowering people around the world to engage their intuition, put themselves at the center of their lives, and trust themselves. Learn more at emilah.com
About Linda Babulic // ZESTY Executive Life Coach & author #1 International best-seller ZEST Your Life -- A Taste of Inner Wisdom.
Working with women to crystallize what they want in business and life so that they are in power & control. www.LindaBabulic.com
About Martha Brown // If you are questioning your relationship with alcohol but aren’t sure what to do next, Martha can help you. Get clear on what you need to do to handle stress without picking up the bottle. Learn more at www.marthabrowncoaching.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured guests from the FemCity Global Member Program Jena Rodriguez and Kat Sanford teaching How to Pitch Yourself as a Speaker.
About Jena Rodriguez // Jena Rodriguez, is an Emotional Scientist, High Performance Coach and Transformational Mentor who helps top leaders, entrepreneurs, corporate teams, athletes, celebrities and CEO’s at plateaus get radically brave in their life and/or business. Jena helps crack open the nuances of your ego mind which keeps you playing small and “safe” so that your higher self can be in the driver’s seat. Learn more at www.bravemasters.com.
About Kat Sanford // Kat Sanford is a Desire Map Facilitator and a brand ambassador for high quality wellness products, which support the work she does as a holistic lifestyle guide. Kat works with clients both one-to-one and in small groups and leads them through the process of setting goals with intention and mapping out the plan to live a life that LIGHTS THEM UP! Learn more at www.katsanford.com.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured guests from the FemCity Global Member Program Carol Ward, Emilah Dawn DeToro, M.Ed., and Hannah Wilson discussing Closing Out Old Narratives. Tune in now.
In this week’s episode we are sharing everything we have to help you close out old narratives -- we want you to grow and prosper and we are here for you!
About Carol Ward // Carol is passionate about helping people overcome their limiting beliefs and manage their finances. Using her knowledge, skills, personal and business experience, Carol will help you to navigate and manage your fears, and anxieties as we emerge for this current crisis so that you can start crafting a new set of actions that will lead to a successful future. Learn more at mindsenze.com
About Emilah Dawn DeToro// Coaching, teaching and empowering people around the world to engage their intuition, put themselves at the center of their lives, and trust themselves. Learn more at emilah.com
About Hannah Wilson // As a trusted financial advisor, I develop personalized financial strategies for women in transitional periods of life to help them achieve their goals. Many of my clients experience job changes, divorce, marriage, the loss of a loved one, growing families or inheritances. My goal is to help my clients navigate through these transitions, feel empowered and be in control of their financial future. Learn more at edwardjones.com/hannah-wilson
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured guests from the FemCity Global Member Program Michelle Butt, Shannon Hinderberger and Regena Ozeryanksky discussing business trauma and how to get over it. Tune in now.
About Michelle Butt // Over the years I have embarked on my own journey to understand who I am and what my path is in this life. That journey has led me to Facial Intelligence™ and Coaching. I have come to realize that I want to be the guide that shows you all of the main attractions in your life. I want to be the one who sees your best you, even when you don’t and keeps you on the path to the life you want and deserve. Everyone needs a little help along the way in life sometimes. Learn more at atfacevalu.com/
About Shannon Hinderberger// Shannon is founder and principal consultant of Shannon Lee Strategy, Shannon offers hands-on digital marketing and social media coaching, strategy, and account management for clients throughout the US. She has been honored by Cascade Business News in Bend, Oregon as an “Accomplished Under 40” Award Winner. Learn more at shannonleestrategy.com
About Regena Ozeryanksky // Regena is an international speaker, best selling author and recovering perfectionist, and she’s commonly known as the Internal Peace Revolutionist. She specializes in speaking, coaching and teaching skills of internal peace to realtors, investors, and conscious minded entrepreneurs. Learn more at: internalpeacenow.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured guests from the FemCity Global Member Program Danielle Woolley, Erin Tarr, and Hannah Wilson discussing “Networking Tips that Bring in $$”
In this week’s episode you’ll learn secrets to networking that leads to money that most don’t practice. Tune in now!
About Danielle Woolley // Danielle facilitates connections and consults with mission based businesses and organizations to assist them in having a bigger impact and bringing in more money and retaining more clients through strategic projects and partnerships as well as awesome customer experiences. Learn more at daniellewoolley.com
About Erin Tarr // Erin Tarr is a Confidence Coach for teen and tween girls and creator of the fierce&flourish empowerment program. As a keynote speaker, parenting consultant, and host of the fierce&flourish podcast, she is a thought leader in the youth confidence space. Learn more at erintarr.com
About Hannah Wilson // As a trusted financial advisor, I develop personalized financial strategies for women in transitional periods of life to help them achieve their goals. Many of my clients experience job changes, divorce, marriage, the loss of a loved one, growing families or inheritances. My goal is to help my clients navigate through these transitions, feel empowered and be in control of their financial future. Learn more at edwardjones.com/hannah-wilson
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured FemCity Global Member guests Danielle Woolley and Sophie Zollman.
This week on the podcast they are talking about aligning ourselves to right opportunities -- learn how to say no to opportunities and leverage for more.
About Danielle Woolley // Danielle facilitates connections and consults with mission based businesses and organizations to assist them in having a bigger impact and bringing in more money and retaining more clients through strategic projects and partnerships as well as awesome customer experiences. Learn more at daniellewoolley.com
About Sophie Zollman // Sophie is a Certified Online Business Manager, Social Media Manager and Customer Acquisition Specialist providing next level business support services to coaches, consultants, and visionary entrepreneurs for over 20 years. She’s a skilled chaos coordinator with a passion for organization, she gives business owners back their time so they’re free to focus on scaling their business and making more money! Learn more at sophiezo.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured FemCity Global Member guests Emilah Dawn DeToro and Melisa Alaba.
This week on the podcast they are talking about delegating -- learn top tips and advice if you’re struggling to delegate.
About Emilah DeToro // Coaching, teaching and empowering people around the world to engage their intuition, put themselves at the center of their lives, and trust themselves. Learn more at emilah.com
About Melisa Alaba // CEO of Vision Works Coaching and Counseling, Breakthrough Coach, Speaker, Published Author, Creator of the B’HEALED transformation process, Mama, and chocolate lover. Melisa is a licensed counselor with a Masters in Psychology from Roosevelt University, and a Life and Happiness Coach. Learn more at visionworkscoaching.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured FemCity Global Member guests Giselle Mascarenhas and Sarah Sparks.
This week on the podcast they are talking about up-leveling your life.
You’ll learn:
How to know which areas of your life need to be up-leveled?
How you can start to make the changes?
About Giselle Mascarenhas //Giselle Mascarenhas-Villareal makes her living as an entrepreneur and personal branding coach. Created for the everyday business person, the focus of BOLD Insta-tute is to teach entrepreneurs late in adopting social media on how to adapt to social media. Her unique perspective and talents have been featured in Yahoo.Finance, Thrive Global, and Buzzfeed. Giselle teaches on a global scale including the women’s organization Femcity and has courses, programs, and tips at boldinstatute.com
About Sarah Sparks // Sarah Sparks is a highly sought-after Spiritual Business Mentor, who guides her clients to align with the soul of their business. She guides fun, fabulous, fashionable entrepreneurs who feel lost, tired, and worn out to Level Up and Lead with Their Soul all by Listening to Their Divine Guidance! Connect with Sarah at sarahsparks.love/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured FemCity Global Member guests Carol Ward and Lisa Pinnock.
You'll learn:
Tips on prioritizing and top advice for FEMS that are constantly feeling a disconnect when it comes to prioritizing.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured FemCity Global Member guests Kelly Sparks and Michelle Butt. Listen in for stories and tips on what happens when you put yourself first!
About Kelly Sparks // Kelly Sparks is dedicated to helping women find their voices, even in difficult situations. She has dedicated her career to hearing women’s voices and connecting women to their deepest inner knowing. Learn more at womanspeak.com/ksparks/
About Michelle Butt // Over the years I have embarked on my own journey to understand who I am and what my path is in this life. That journey has led me to Facial Intelligence™ and Coaching. I have come to realize that I want to be the guide that shows you all of the main attractions in your life. I want to be the one who sees your best you, even when you don’t and keeps you on the path to the life you want and deserve. Everyone needs a little help along the way in life sometimes. Learn more at atfacevalu.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured guests and FemCity Global Members Giselle Mascarenhas, Shannon Hinderberger, and Tayloria Grant. Don’t miss this week’s episode of The FemCity Podcast where these marketing and branding experts dive into increasing your marketing efforts including their best tips!
About Giselle Mascarenhas // Giselle Mascarenhas-Villareal makes her living as an entrepreneur and personal branding coach. Created for the everyday business person, the focus of BOLD Insta-tute is to teach entrepreneurs late in adopting social media on how to adapt to social media. Her unique perspective and talents have been featured in Yahoo.Finance, Thrive Global, and Buzzfeed. Giselle teaches on a global scale including the women’s organization Femcity and has courses, programs, and tips at boldinstatute.com
About Shannon Hinderberger // Shannon is founder and principal consultant of Shannon Lee Strategy, Shannon offers hands-on digital marketing and social media coaching, strategy, and account management for clients throughout the US. She has been honored by Cascade Business News in Bend, Oregon as an “Accomplished Under 40” Award Winner. Learn more at shannonleestrategy.com
About Tayloria Grant // Tayloria Grant is an award-winning marketing and communications professional, has appeared on all major national TV networks, and has conducted over 4000 coaching sessions for more than 300 global professionals in 45 countries. Tayloria has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs and professionals be known as industry experts, grow their businesses with social media marketing, and obtain jobs with multi-international and American companies, including Google, Amazon, and McKinsey & Company. Learn more at www.OneFullLife.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala with featured guests Hannah Wilson and Andrea Pollara for a panel discussion on Intuition in business and planning! Tune in for this week’s episode of The FemCity Podcast and hear stories, tips and action steps to connect intuition into business and planning.
About Hannah Wilson // As a trusted financial advisor, Hannah develops personalized financial strategies for women in transitional periods of life to help them achieve their goals. Many of Hannah's clients experience job changes, divorce, marriage, the loss of a loved one, growing families or inheritances. Her goal is to help her clients navigate through these transitions, feel empowered and be in control of their financial future. Learn more at edwardjones.com/hannah-wilson
About Andrea Pollara // Andrea is a compassionate professional who loves to show her clients how change can be exciting and rewarding. She spends the time to get to know who you truly are and what you are seeking to find, fix or feel. Learn more at coachwithandrea.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Listen now to this week’s episode of The FemCity Podcast for tips on intuition and authenticity! FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala is joined by featured guests Kelly Sparks, Kim Thompson-Pinder, and Dawn Santoriello. Listen in on this panel discussion where they share stories and tips to help you grow your business by knowing who you are and showing up authentically.
About Kim Thompson-Pinder // Kim Pinder-Thompson is an Award-Winning Speaker, Author, CVO and Founder of RTI Publishing and The Extraordinary Word Ninja. Learn more at rtipublishinghouse.com
About Kelly Sparks // / Kelly Sparks is dedicated to helping women find their voices, even in difficult situations. She has dedicated her career to hearing women’s voices and connecting women to their deepest inner knowing. Learn more at womanspeak.com/ksparks/
About Dawn Santoriello // Dawn Santoriello, CFP® is the founder and CEO of DS Financial Strategies, a fee-based financial planning firm that develops customized plans designed to maximize the efficiency of your money. Located just outside Philadelphia, Dawn is focused on empowering women, couples and entrepreneurs to reach their financial goals with peace of mind across the United States! Learn more at dsfinancialstrategies.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Tune in for the latest episode of The FemCity Podcast with Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala and featured guests Tammey Grable Woodford, Regena Rosa-Celeste Ozeryansky and Victoria Lowell. This week they're diving into How to Take the Time for You including why it’s important. Plus, they are sharing their best tips for making the time. Listen now.
About Tammey Grable Woodford // With over 25 years of senior-level experience and an Executive Master's in Business Administration from the University of Washington Foster School of Business, Tammey is a proven leader and change agent. Her greatest passion is guiding people and organizations to tangible and sustainable growth. Learn more at taniant.com
About Regena Rosa-Celeste// Regena is an international speaker, best selling author and recovering perfectionist, and she’s commonly known as the Internal Peace Revolutionist. She specializes in speaking, coaching and teaching skills of internal peace to realtors, investors, and conscious minded entrepreneurs. Learn more at: internalpeacenow.com
About Victoria Lowell // In 2018, Victoria founded Empowered Worth. Recently, she became an international bestselling author. Her book Empower your Worth, both English and Spanish versions, reaching the Bestseller’s List in various categories and countries. In 2020, Empower Your Worth became a finalist in the Canadian Book Club Awards. Learn more at empoweredworth.com.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
The latest episode of The FemCity Podcast with Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala and featured guests Stacy Eldridge, Shoshana Chaim, and Dawn Santoriello and get some great tips on how to move forward with purpose including how to combine purpose in your business, and how to stay connect to purpose in your business even when things get chaotic. Don’t miss this episode!
About Stacy Eldridge // Stacy is the founder of Silicon Prarie Cyber Services and helps with all your data protection needs. She is passionate about keeping your data safe through technology and education. Stacy's security career began with the FBI nearly 20 years ago. Learn more at siliconprairiecyber.com
About Shoshana Chaim // Shoshana is a former kindergarten and physical education teacher turned wellness expert, who concentrates on helping families make healthy lifestyle choices. She also teaches children's yoga and hosts The Plant Trainers Podcast. She lives in Toronto with her husband and two children. Learn more at planttrainers.com
About Dawn Santoriello // Dawn Santoriello, CFP® is the founder and CEO of DS Financial Strategies, a fee-based financial planning firm that develops customized plans designed to maximize the efficiency of your money. Located just outside Philadelphia, Dawn is focused on empowering women, couples and entrepreneurs to reach their financial goals with peace of mind across the United States! Learn more at dsfinancialstrategies.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Listen now to the latest episode of The FemCity Podcast with Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala and featured guests Karem Zafra-Vera, Kim Pinder-Thompson, and Vicky Lowell. They dive into the topic of How to Believe in Yourself!
About Karem Zafra-Vera // Hi, I’m Karen Zafra-Vera, and I believe we all deserve to live a life of freedom on your terms. I believe it’s about time you unleash your potential and burst through your limiting beliefs that have been holding you back. It’s time you understood exactly how your results are created!Learn more at leapandbelieve.com
About Kim Pinder-Thompson // Kim Pinder-Thompson is an Award-Winning Speaker, Author, CVO and Founder of RTI Publishing and The Extraordinary Word Ninja. Learn more at rtipublishinghouse.com
About Vicky Lowell //Vicky has always been an active member of the community and worked for various entities nationwide. From open and honest conversations within these communities, she discovered the need for women to learn financial planning.
In late 2018, she founded Empowered Worth. Recently, she became an international bestselling author. Her book Empower your Worth, both English and Spanish versions, reaching the Bestseller’s List in various categories and countries. In 2020, Empower Your Worth became a finalist in the Canadian Book Club Awards. Learn more at empoweredworth.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Tune in for the latest episode of The FemCity Podcast with Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala and featured guests Julia Mae Hunt, Laurie Hunt, Tammey Grable Woodford for a panel discussion on How to Show up Authentically.
About Julie Mae Hunt // Whether you are struggling with your business or life or even BOTH, we can create an ongoing partnership to bring about clarity and joy. I will help guide you to that fulfilling place by starting where you are today and lead you to your destination. I practice both International Coaching Federation Professional Life Coaching as well as Unlimited Body holistic practice. Learn more at juliamaephotography.com/coaching-mentoring/
About Laurie Hunt // Laurie’s work is focused on helping people find their unique ‘more-in-me’ — the resilience to navigate the unknown, the stamina to carry on when challenged or perhaps the courage to try something new. Your possibilities are unlimited! Learn more at lauriehunt.com
About Tammey Grable-Woodford //With over 25 years of senior-level experience and an Executive Master's in Business Administration from the University of Washington Foster School of Business, Tammey is a proven leader and change agent. Her greatest passion is guiding people and organizations to tangible and sustainable growth. Learn more at taniant.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala for The FemCity Podcast with featured guests Laurie Hunt, Janet Sandberg, Tammey Grable-Woodford for a 30 min conversation on how to make lemonade out of lemons.
About Laurie Hunt // Laurie’s work is focused on helping people find their unique ‘more-in-me’ — the resilience to navigate the unknown, the stamina to carry on when challenged or perhaps the courage to try something new. Your possibilities are unlimited! Learn more at lauriehunt.com
About Janet Sandberg // Janet is passionate about helping soulpreneurs get unstuck. She knows the last thing they need is another system, funnel, set of instructions, or how-to manual. They just need to use what they already know and have within them to create success. Learn more at bluedragonflyenergywellnesscentre.com
About Tammey Grable-Woodford //With over 25 years of senior-level experience and an Executive Master's in Business Administration from the University of Washington Foster School of Business, Tammey is a proven leader and change agent. Her greatest passion is guiding people and organizations to tangible and sustainable growth. Learn more at taniant.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala for The FemCity Podcast with featured guests Stephanie McCullough, Carol Ward and Dawn Santoriello for a panel discussion on How to Find the Money to Start Saving + Investing!
About Stephanie McCullough // Stephanie founded Sofia Financial in 2011 after 14 years as a financial advisor, with the goal to empower women to make wise financial decisions and reduce their money stress. In her early years she encountered too many women who found finances and investing so intimidating that they either outsourced money decisions to a man in their lives (sometimes with disastrous consequences), or relied on “professionals” who too often focused more on their own paycheck than providing true education and guidance. Learn more at sofiafinancial.com
About Carol Ward // Carol is passionate about helping people overcome their limiting beliefs and manage their finances. Using her knowledge, skills, personal and business experience, Carol will help you to navigate and manage your fears, and anxieties as we emerge for this current crisis so that you can start crafting a new set of actions that will lead to a successful future.
About Dawn Santoriello // Dawn Santoriello, CFP® is the founder and CEO of DS Financial Strategies, a fee-based financial planning firm that develops customized plans designed to maximize the efficiency of your money. Located just outside Philadelphia, Dawn is focused on empowering women, couples and entrepreneurs to reach their financial goals with peace of mind across the United States! Learn more at dsfinancialstrategies.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala for The FemCity Podcast with featured guests Lorrie Thomas Ross, Regena (Rosa Celeste) Ozeryansky, Tammey Grable-Woodford for a roundtable discussion on How to Up-Level Your Life
About Regena Ozeryansky // Regena is an international speaker, best selling author and recovering perfectionist, and she’s commonly known as the Internal Peace Revolutionist. She specializes in speaking, coaching and teaching skills of internal peace to realtors, investors, and conscious minded entrepreneurs. Learn more at: internalpeacenow.com
About Lorrie Thomas Ross // Lorrie Thomas Ross is a marketing advisor, speaker, educator and lifestyle business owner who loves supporting intentional entrepreneurs, small business owners, and women business leaders. She is the CEO (that’s Chief Enthusiasm Officer) of Web Marketing Therapy®, a full-service marketing agency that diagnoses, prescribes, and guides healthy marketing solutions. Lorrie is also known as The Marketing Therapist® for her healthy advice, stress-free guidance, and tough-love approach. (She is known to stage interventions if a client is making themselves a danger to themselves and others). Learn more at lorriethomas.com.
About Tammy Grable-Woodford // With over 25 years of senior-level experience and an Executive Master's in Business Administration from the University of Washington Foster School of Business, Tammey is a proven leader and change agent. Her greatest passion is guiding people and organizations to tangible and sustainable growth. Learn more at taniant.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala for The FemCity Podcast with featured guests Regena Ozeryansky, Stacy Eldridge + Giselle Mascarenhas for a roundtable discussion on the Importance of Grit!
About Regena Ozeryansky // Regena is an international speaker, best selling author and recovering perfectionist, and she’s commonly known as the Internal Peace Revolutionist. She specializes in speaking, coaching and teaching skills of internal peace to realtors, investors, and conscious minded entrepreneurs. Learn more at: internalpeacenow.com
About Stacy Eldridge // Stacy is the founder of Silicon Prarie Cyber Services and helps with all your data protection needs. She is passionate about keeping your data safe through technology and education. Stacy's security career began with the FBI nearly 20 years ago. Learn more at: siliconprairiecyber.com
About Giselle Mascarenhas//Giselle Mascarenhas-Villareal makes her living as an entrepreneur and personal branding coach. Created for the everyday business person, the focus of BOLD Insta-tute is to teach entrepreneurs late in adopting social media on how to adapt to social media. Her unique perspective and talents have been featured in Yahoo.Finance, Thrive Global, and Buzzfeed. Giselle teaches on a global scale including the women’s organization Femcity and has courses, programs, and tips at boldinstatute.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala for The FemCity Podcast with featured guests Karem Zafra-Vera, Nicole Colwell and Michelle Butt as they have a FemCity Panel Discussion on How to Stay in Alignment with Your Purpose! Tune in now.
About Karem Zafra-Vera // Hi, I’m Karen Zafra-Vera, and I believe we all deserve to live a life of freedom on your terms. I believe it’s about time you unleash your potential and burst through your limiting beliefs that have been holding you back. It’s time you understood exactly how your results are created!Learn more at leapandbelieve.com
About Nicole Colwell // Nicole Colwell is an Executive Strategic Mindset Coach & Business Mentor, who works with ambitious professionals to make their stress work for them and to break through blocks that are holding them back from living a prosperous life. Nicole has over 20 years of experience in business development primarily in the IT industry and has coached teams, executives and leaders for the past 10 years before founding her global private coaching practice, Strategienne. Nicole resides in Dallas and is Leader for the FemCity Dallas Collective. Learn more at strategienne.com
About Michelle Butt//Over the years I have embarked on my own journey to understand who I am and what my path is in this life. That journey has led me to Facial Intelligence™ and Coaching. I have come to realize that I want to be the guide that shows you all of the main attractions in your life. I want to be the one who sees your best you, even when you don’t and keeps you on the path to the life you want and deserve. Everyone needs a little help along the way in life sometimes. Learn more at atfacevalu.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala for The FemCity Podcast with featured guests Giselle Mascarenhas, Shannon Hinderberger, Kim Thompson-Pinder + Lorrie Thomas. Today’s episode is about Sales and Marketing mindset and is filled with tons of great info and inspiration.
About Giselle Mascarenhas // Giselle Mascarenhas-Villareal makes her living as an entrepreneur and personal branding coach. Created for the everyday business person, the focus of BOLD Insta-tute is to teach entrepreneurs late in adopting social media on how to adapt to social media. Her unique perspective and talents have been featured in Yahoo.Finance, Thrive Global, and Buzzfeed. Giselle teaches on a global scale including the women’s organization Femcity and has courses, programs, and tips at boldinstatute.com
About Shannon Hinderberger // Shannon is founder and principal consultant of Shannon Lee Strategy, Shannon offers hands-on digital marketing and social media coaching, strategy, and account management for clients throughout the US. She has been honored by Cascade Business News in Bend, Oregon as an “Accomplished Under 40” Award Winner. Learn more at shannonleestrategy.com
About Kim Thompson-Pinder // Kim Pinder-Thompson is an Award-Winning Speaker, Author, CVO and Founder of RTI Publishing and The Extraordinary Word Ninja. Learn more at rtipublishinghouse.com
About Lorrie Thomas // Lorrie Thomas Ross is a marketing advisor, speaker, educator and lifestyle business owner who loves supporting intentional entrepreneurs, small business owners, and women business leaders. She is the CEO (that’s Chief Enthusiasm Officer) of Web Marketing Therapy®, a full-service marketing agency that diagnoses, prescribes, and guides healthy marketing solutions. Lorrie is also known as The Marketing Therapist® for her healthy advice, stress-free guidance, and tough-love approach. (She is known to stage interventions if a client is making themselves a danger to themselves and others). Learn more at lorriethomas.com.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala for The FemCity Podcast with featured guests Cheli Grace, Carol Ward, Janet Sandberg, and Janet Tingwald as they discuss how to believe in yourself. Tune in for plenty of inspiration and tips.
About Cheli Grace // Cheli Grace is a high-achieving professional speaker, published author, media personality, leader, manager and communicator having received numerous awards and accolades for her contributions to education, and her dedication in providing information throughout various platforms for others to become empowered. She is an Archetypal Profiler, Executive Coach, Adjunct Professor and is always writing and creating individualized programs and curriculum to assist individuals, organizations and businesses to learn archetypal language and develop leaders. Learn more at evolve360show.com
About Carol Ward // Carol is passionate about helping people overcome their limiting beliefs and manage their finances. Using her knowledge, skills, personal and business experience, Carol will help you to navigate and manage your fears, and anxieties as we emerge for this current crisis so that you can start crafting a new set of actions that will lead to a successful future.
About Janet Sandberg //Janet is passionate about helping soulpreneurs get unstuck. She knows the last thing they need is another system, funnel, set of instructions, or how-to manual. They just need to use what they already know and have within them to create success. Learn more at bluedragonflyenergywellnesscentre.com
About Janet Tingwald // I’m a dating and relationship coach who specializes in helping smart, professional women achieve success in their dating, social and personal lives. Learn more at janettingwald.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala for The FemCity Podcast with featured guests Tammey Grable Woodford, Cheli Grace, + Laurie Hunt where they dive into the topic of reconnecting to your self worth.
About Tammy Grable Woodford // With over 25 years of senior-level experience and an Executive Master's in Business Administration from the University of Washington Foster School of Business, Tammey is a proven leader and change agent. Her greatest passion is guiding people and organizations to tangible and sustainable growth. Learn more at taniant.com
About Cheli Grace // Cheli Grace is a high-achieving professional speaker, published author, media personality, leader, manager and communicator having received numerous awards and accolades for her contributions to education, and her dedication in providing information throughout various platforms for others to become empowered. She is an Archetypal Profiler, Executive Coach, Adjunct Professor and is always writing and creating individualized programs and curriculum to assist individuals, organizations and businesses to learn archetypal language and develop leaders. Learn more at evolve360show.com
About Laurie Hunt // Laurie’s work is focused on helping people find their unique ‘more-in-me’ — the resilience to navigate the unknown, the stamina to carry on when challenged or perhaps the courage to try something new. Your possibilities are unlimited! Learn more at lauriehunt.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala for The FemCity Podcast with featured guests Nicole Colwell, Bailey Maldonado, Kim Pinder-Thompson and learn how to increase sales!
About Nicole Colwell // Nicole Colwell is an Executive Strategic Mindset Coach & Business Mentor, who works with ambitious professionals to make their stress work for them and to break through blocks that are holding them back from living a prosperous life. Nicole has over 20 years of experience in business development primarily in the IT industry and has coached teams, executives and leaders for the past 10 years before founding her global private coaching practice, Strategienne. Nicole resides in Dallas and is Leader for the FemCity Dallas Collective. Learn more at strategienne.com
About Bailey Maldonado // Bailey Maldonado helps successful female coaches grow their businesses by providing strategic email sequences, sales pages, and website copy that engages, connects, and converts their audiences into loyal clients. Learn more at honeybgroup.com
About Kim Pinder-Thompson // Kim Pinder-Thompson is an Award-Winning Speaker, Author, CVO and Founder of RTI Publishing and The Extraordinary Word Ninja. Learn more at rtipublishinghouse.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala for The FemCity Podcast with featured guest Alyssa Williamson where they’ll dive into the topic of Theta Healing--what it is and how it helps!
About Alyssa WIlliamson // I built my dream entrepreneurial life by learning to listen to my intuition. That's why I became an intuitive business coach... to help other women do the same.
Not only do I love my businesses, I’m passionate about them. I always have been. I’ve always been motivated to do what I love so they don’t feel like work. Half of the joy is the results I get to create: to inspire others, to empower business owners and to grow their businesses to greater success & income.
I’m also passionate about travel. I feel most alive, most in-tune with my intuition and most in alignment with the universe when I'm on an adventure.
I’ve never felt that these two should be mutually exclusive. Even when I was working 80 hour weeks, I would still plan travel…and bring my laptop and work. My thought was that if I had to be working somewhere, at least at the end of the day I could go to the beach or explore in the evenings.
For more about Alyssa, visit www.alyssawilliamson.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala for The FemCity Podcast with featured guest Michelle Butt where they’ll talk all about Facial Recognition and how it can help you in your business!
About Michelle Butt // Over the years I have embarked on my own journey to understand who I am and what my path is in this life. That journey has led me to Facial Intelligence™ and Coaching. When I first was “coached” I realized how much I was trying to do on my own and how relieved I was to have someone else help guide me in the direction I wanted to go. I still had a lot to do on my own, believe me, but boy was it easier with some encouragement and some insight from someone else.
I have come to realize that I want to be the guide that shows you all of the main attractions in your life. I want to be the one who sees your best you, even when you don’t and keeps you on the path to the life you want and deserve. Everyone needs a little help along the way in life sometimes. Learn more at atfacevalu.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $15.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala for The FemCity Podcast with featured guests Cheli Grace, Candice Thomas, and Nicole Colwell where they dive into the topic of How do you become unstoppable and not burn out?
About Cheli Grace //Cheli Grace is a high-achieving professional speaker, published author, media personality, leader, manager and communicator having received numerous awards and accolades for her contributions to education, and her dedication in providing information throughout various platforms for others to become empowered. She is an Archetypal Profiler, Executive Coach, Adjunct Professor and is always writing and creating individualized programs and curriculum to assist individuals, organizations and businesses to learn archetypal language and develop leaders. Learn more at evolve360show.com
About Candice Thomas // Candice teaches leaders how to use their own intuition to achieve life changing results for themselves, their clients, and their communities. Learn more at candicethomasintuitive.com
About Nicole Colwell // Nicole Colwell is an Executive Strategic Mindset Coach & Business Mentor, who works with ambitious professionals to make their stress work for them and to break through blocks that are holding them back from living a prosperous life. Nicole has over 20 years of experience in business development primarily in the IT industry and has coached teams, executives and leaders for the past 10 years before founding her global private coaching practice, Strategienne. Nicole resides in Dallas and is Leader for the FemCity Dallas Collective. Learn more at strategienne.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $9.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala for The FemCity Podcast with featured guests Tammey Grable and Lindsay Woods where they talk all about the Clubhouse app.
Tammey and Lindsay share their knowledge about Clubhouse, what it is, who it’s good for and how it helps business! They also share some tips and advice. Tune in now for the 4-1-1 on Clubhouse!
About Tammey Grable-Woodford // I'm a business consultant, nonprofit consultant and business coach, I work with entrepreneurs and leaders in the private, public and nonprofit sectors. My greatest joy is helping people and organizations grow to their fullest potential. My superpower is simplifying complexity. Learn more about Tammey at www.taniant.com/
About Lindsay Woods // I am a brand communications strategist. As the owner of Cascade Creative Group, I have been helping companies for more than 20 years find their message, execute it through the right channels and create influence with their ideal customer and within their industry. I decided long ago to only work with brands that I am passionate about and believe in so it makes the work more of a labor of love than just a job. Learn more about Lindsay at www.cascadecreativegroup.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $9.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala for Business for Your Soul with featured guest Natasha A Waterman.
Natasha shares her founding story and the inspiration for her business, and lessons she’s learned along the way!
About Natasha A Waterman // I went to College with the intent of becoming a Corporate Attorney. I work in the corporate world negotiating contracts.
I’ve however always had a love for fashion, especially jewelry. N A Waterman came about after a trip to the Cayman Islands.
I wanted unique pieces to wear with my outfits, most importantly my swimwear.I’m one of those women that it’s all about looking fashionable on the beach. After family members and friends saw my photos, they wanted me to create jewelry pieces for them. I then decided that other people may want to wear my pieces as well and decided to create N A Waterman.
Learn more here: https://nawaterman.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $9.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala for a FemCity Panel discussion on Mindset with Global Members Giselle Mascarenhas, Jena Rodriguez + Laurie Hunt.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $9.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala for The FemCity Podcast with featured guest Jessica Bellinger
Jessica shares her founding story and plenty of inspiration along the way!
About Jessica Bellinger // Jessica is a professional wedding photographer, e-commerce entrepreneur, and writer. She realized the secret to victorious living is not self-care or self-love, but hyper self-awareness of our thoughts, emotions, and behavior—and how to change them at will.
Jessica is the author of The Humility Paradox: How Humble People Can Be Happier, Achieve More, and Make a Better Living. She is dedicated to teaching entrepreneurs a refreshing way to live a fulfilling lifestyle. She also hosts her own Podcast called "Humble Business with Jessica Bellinger", and has online courses that include similar topics to her book. She teaches about mindset, motivation, personal and business fulfillment.
Learn more at https://www.jessicabellinger.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $9.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala for Business for Your Soul with featured guest Jill Morgan-Meek.
Violette and Jill talk about marketing for small businesses during the holiday season. Jill shares ways small business owners can showcase their business and help them be seen.
About Jill Morgan-Meek // Throughout her successful career, Jill Morgan-Meek has worn many hats.
Jill Morgan-Meek is the thinker behind Big Thinkers, with responsibility for business development and facilitation. She oversees the business's expansion efforts into building small business relationships across America.
With over 25 successful years of experience in Business Development, Jill has worked on events drawing more than 500,000 attendees with more than $3million in economic benefit to the area and contributed an annual sponsorships sales average of $500,000 $750,00.
Jill has received numerous recognitions for her eagerness to learn and excellence throughout her career; her sales efforts lead the company to Write Women Computer Products to be a "Top 100" Company in Rochester, NY. Jill was signaled from more than 54,000+ Continental Airlines/Continental Express employees through a prestigious feature in the Continental Airlines Magazine. She also had the rare privilege to ring the bell at the NY Stock Exchange to herald the public offering of XJT. Featured as "A Woman To Watch in Rochester, NY" in a Democrat & Chronicle article, Jill strives to be the very best at what she does and brings out the very best of those she meets. Her most recent business opportunity was owning and operating Transitions Consignment Boutique in Oneonta, NY, and Co-Chaired the Survive Then Thrive initiative.
Jill has served with honor on many Boards and Committees, including CURE (Cure Childhood Cancer), Rochester Catholic Press Assn; Honor Flight Rochester, The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra Sponsorship Committee, Girl’s On The Run-CNY, and currently co-chairs the City of Oneonta’s Survive Then Thrive, Marketing Committee.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $9.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder Violette de Ayala for Business for Your Soul with featured guest Giselle Mascarenhas-Villareal, Global FemCity Member and Personal Branding Coach
Violette and Giselle talk about all things social media! Listen in as Giselle shares her top social media hacks.
About Giselle Mascarenhas-Villareal // Born and raised on the border of South Texas, Giselle Mascarenhas-Villareal makes her living as an entrepreneur and personal branding coach. After making her debut as a public relations specialist in 2009, she spent many years perfecting her process, building brands for high and low profile clients alike. Founding Indigo PR firm in 2013, Giselle was looking for a more accessible, affordable, and effective way to help people brand themselves. Over the next 5 years, the vast boom of social media as well as her passion for small business inspired her to modernize her idea of what personal branding could be. With the immense untapped potential that social media presented, BOLD Insta-tute was born. Created for the everyday business person, the focus of BOLD is to teach entrepreneurs late in adopting social media on how to adapt to social media. With a specialty in helping people have the courage to show themselves, Giselle teaches her students that you cannot “corporate” your way into people’s hearts. Her numerous tips and tools explain that relatability and vulnerability are essential to building a fruitful and engaged social media community. Giselle continues to pursue her life’s passion for helping others succeed by extracting their magic and purpose, actively redefining what it means to be a branding coach. Her unique perspective and talents have been featured in Yahoo.Finance, Thrive Global, and Buzzfeed. Giselle teaches on a global scale including the women’s organization Femcity and has courses, programs, and tips at www.boldinstatute.com
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $9.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Founder + CEO, Violette de Ayala for Business for Your Soul with featured guest Regena Ozeryansky as they talk about Peaceful Pivots. Tune in for a great conversation and inspiration.
About Regena Ozeryansky // The Internal Peace Revolutionist, Regena is on a mission to change the way the world experiences peace. Learn more about Regana at https://www.internalpeacenow.com/
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $9.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Join FemCity Global Member, Giselle Mascarenhas-Villareal for Business for Your Soul with featured guest Dr. Joanna Massey.
Dr. Joanna Massey shares her founding story and her attitude toward pivoting. Tune in for some great tips!
ABOUT DR. JOANNA MASSEY // PRESIDENT & CEO OF J.D. MASSEY ASSOCIATES, INC.
With more than 25 years of experience in the media industry at companies, such as Condé Nast, Lionsgate, CBS, Viacom, Discovery and Hasbro, Dr. Joanna Dodd Massey is an experienced C-level communications executive and Board Director. She has managed crisis communications, brand reputation, culture transformation, corporate social responsibility (CSR) and multi-million-dollar P&Ls.
Currently, Dr. Massey serves as a consultant and sought-after corporate speaker. As a C-level executive and Doctor of Psychology, she combines the principles of neuroleadership and communications to help employees suss out unconscious bias and better implement diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in order to drive an organization’s growth and vitality. She is President & CEO of J.D. Massey Associates, Inc. (JDMA) and the author of two books, Culture Shock: Surviving Five Generations in One Workplace and Communicating During a Crisis: Influencing Others When the Stakes Are High.
ABOUT FEMCITY//
FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $9.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Holly Daniels Christensen // Founder & CEO, Dune Jewelry
Our featured guest Holly Daniels Christensen joins FemCity Founder + CEO Violette de Ayala and shares her story and some tips and inspiration for FEMs with how she’s handled 2020.
About Holly Daniels Christensen // Can you go from kitchen table to multi-million-dollar business? Yes, as CEO Holly Daniels Christensen has proved, using grit and the actual sand beneath her toes!
The founder of Dune Jewelry left home at 15 years old, and never looked back taking a variety of jobs with stints as a zookeeper, pharmacy technician, promotional model, bartender, cellphone, car and cruise salesperson. She also successfully spent 14 years as a top agent in Boston’s highly competitive real estate market.
This unique “bootstrap” entrepreneur who proved she was unafraid of hard work, was voted the 2016 Woman-Owned Business of the Year for Massachusetts and New England, by the Small Business Association (SBA). In 2018, Inc. magazine honored Dune Jewelry as No. 2590 on its 37th annual Inc. 5000 List, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses. Currently, Dune Jewelry is the one-and-only experiential jewelry brand in the world.
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About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $9.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Our featured guest Laura Meyer joins FemCity Founder + CEO Violette de Ayala and shares her wisdom about how we can look at 2020 to make it our most profitable year ever.
About Laura Meyer // As a serial entrepreneur who has scaled multiple six- and seven-figure online and offline companies over the last fifteen years, Laura Meyer helps national brands and high-growth entrepreneurs with profit growth, effective marketing and brand strategy.
Learn more about Laura Meyer here.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $9.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. About Violette de Ayala // Violette de Ayala is the Founder and CEO of FemCity, a women's networking organization that infuses gratitude, positivity, purpose and soul through local gatherings, virtual networking and online connectivity. Violette is a spiritual self-help international best seller and the author of "The Self-Guided Guru, Life Lessons for the Everyday Human". She is also a motivational speaker, business advisor, investor and entrepreneur. Violette's been quoted in Forbes, Success, Entrepreneur, Fast Company and CNBC as a business expert. She has been seen in Parade, US News and World Reports, MarieClaire, BareMinerals "Women we love", People and InStyle publications and campaigns. FemCity has been seen in AP, Vogue, Gilt, Fast Company. Connect with her on IG, FB, Twitter : @violettedeayala
Our featured guest Bridgit Dengel Gaspard joins FemCity Founder + CEO Violette de Ayala and shares her wisdom about getting in touch with our vulnerability! And how it’s normal to feel stuck and how to navigate when you do.
About Bridgit Dengel Gaspard // Bridgit Dengel Gaspard, LCSW, is the author of The Final 8th and the founder of the New York Voice Dialogue Institute. She is a former performer who earned a master’s degree from Columbia University and teaches at numerous professional settings including Omega Institute. She lives in New York City, where she maintains a thriving private practice. Visit her online at https://www.final8th.com/.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $9.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. About Violette de Ayala // Violette de Ayala is the Founder and CEO of FemCity, a women's networking organization that infuses gratitude, positivity, purpose and soul through local gatherings, virtual networking and online connectivity. Violette is a spiritual self-help international best seller and the author of "The Self-Guided Guru, Life Lessons for the Everyday Human". She is also a motivational speaker, business advisor, investor and entrepreneur. Violette's been quoted in Forbes, Success, Entrepreneur, Fast Company and CNBC as a business expert. She has been seen in Parade, US News and World Reports, MarieClaire, BareMinerals "Women we love", People and InStyle publications and campaigns. FemCity has been seen in AP, Vogue, Gilt, Fast Company. Connect with her on IG, FB, Twitter : @violettedeayala
Our featured guest Lauren Golden joins FemCity Founder + CEO Violette de Ayala and shares her founding story and her why behind The Free Mama Movement and how it’s become her purpose! Listen in for some inspiration.
About Lauren Golden // Lauren Golden is the fearless leader of The Free Mama Movement and a thriving community of tens of thousands of women who don’t want to choose between family and financial stability. Her mission is simple: Lauren wants to ensure that no mother ever has to sacrifice time with her babies in order to provide for them. Lauren is also a 2 Comma Club Award winner and a #1 International Bestselling Author. In her book, The Free Mama: How to Work from Home, Control your Schedule and Make More Money, she shares her own story — along with plenty of practical advice for anyone looking to leave the 9-5 behind and make a real living from home.
Check out thefreemama.com for more information.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $9.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. About Violette de Ayala // Violette de Ayala is the Founder and CEO of FemCity, a women's networking organization that infuses gratitude, positivity, purpose and soul through local gatherings, virtual networking and online connectivity. Violette is a spiritual self-help international best seller and the author of "The Self-Guided Guru, Life Lessons for the Everyday Human". She is also a motivational speaker, business advisor, investor and entrepreneur. Violette's been quoted in Forbes, Success, Entrepreneur, Fast Company and CNBC as a business expert. She has been seen in Parade, US News and World Reports, MarieClaire, BareMinerals "Women we love", People and InStyle publications and campaigns. FemCity has been seen in AP, Vogue, Gilt, Fast Company. Connect with her on IG, FB, Twitter : @violettedeayala
Our featured guest Shia Joyner joins FemCity Founder + CEO Violette de Ayala and shares her founding story and the journey she took to learn what success really means to her. Listen in for tips and inspiration!
About Shia // Shia Joyner's pursuit of empowerment for the "new now womxn" has guided her through every incarnation of her career as an RYT, Medical Esthetician, Reiki Healer, and Culture Consultant. Shia is an entrepreneur with a passion for coaching "womxn" to manifest their dreams by sharing simple and gentle ways that inspire them to love, heal, and nurture their body by being fully engaged in the power they embody. A fierce advocate of accessible wellness, Shia is also committed to giving back to her community by helping women in underserved areas overcome mental illness and support the needs of domestic violence survivors. Shia’s goal is to inspire women to be fully engaged in the power they embody and coach them in manifesting their dreams.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $9.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. About Violette de Ayala // Violette de Ayala is the Founder and CEO of FemCity, a women's networking organization that infuses gratitude, positivity, purpose and soul through local gatherings, virtual networking and online connectivity. Violette is a spiritual self-help international best seller and the author of "The Self-Guided Guru, Life Lessons for the Everyday Human". She is also a motivational speaker, business advisor, investor and entrepreneur. Violette's been quoted in Forbes, Success, Entrepreneur, Fast Company and CNBC as a business expert. She has been seen in Parade, US News and World Reports, MarieClaire, BareMinerals "Women we love", People and InStyle publications and campaigns. FemCity has been seen in AP, Vogue, Gilt, Fast Company. Connect with her on IG, FB, Twitter : @violettedeayala
Our featured guest Dionne Dean joins FemCity Founder + CEO Violette de Ayala and they dive into the topic of confidence! Dionne shares her story and wisdom you won’t want to miss, so tune in!
About Dionne Dean //
With nearly 25 years of experience in the beauty, fashion and retail industries, lifestyle influencer Dionne Dean brings her 25,000+ followers along on her journey to ‘shop smarter and dress better’. As a Fashion and Merchandising instructor, Dionne has taught courses on such subjects as ‘Fashion Promotion and Marketing’, ‘Visual Merchandising’ and ‘Retail Executive Decision Making’. Working for brands such as Lacoste, Not Your Daughters Jeans and Wrangler, Dionne’s visual merchandising work has been seen in luxury retailers Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom. With a viewership of nearly 40,000, Dionne was also the resident beauty and style expert for Dallas morning show ‘Good Morning Texas’ where she highlighted the latest trends in beauty and skincare. Dionne currently lives in South Florida with her husband and rambunctious daughter Riley.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $9.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. About Violette de Ayala // Violette de Ayala is the Founder and CEO of FemCity, a women's networking organization that infuses gratitude, positivity, purpose and soul through local gatherings, virtual networking and online connectivity. Violette is a spiritual self-help international best seller and the author of "The Self-Guided Guru, Life Lessons for the Everyday Human". She is also a motivational speaker, business advisor, investor and entrepreneur. Violette's been quoted in Forbes, Success, Entrepreneur, Fast Company and CNBC as a business expert. She has been seen in Parade, US News and World Reports, MarieClaire, BareMinerals "Women we love", People and InStyle publications and campaigns. FemCity has been seen in AP, Vogue, Gilt, Fast Company. Connect with her on IG, FB, Twitter : @violettedeayala
Our featured guest Janet Wischnia joins FemCity Founder + CEO Violette de Ayala and shares her founding story and how she got to where she is today! Janet shares her journey and how she is learning every day.
About Janet Wischnia // Janet is the founder of American Blossom Linens and one of the owners of Thomaston Mills, the manufacturer of American Blossom Linens. Janet grew up in Elkins Park, PA and lives in the same neighborhood today. She attended the University of Pennsylvania and received her MBA from Drexel University.
Since she was 4 years old, Janet has been involved with the family business started by her grandfather, who opened their first storefront on South Street, Philadelphia in 1931!
Janet learned from the ground up about the textile industry, from manufacturing to marketing and even sweeping the floors. Thomaston Mills (the manufacturing company owned by Janet and the manufacturer of American Blossom) provides linens for hospitals and hotels across the nation and now sells direct-to-consumer after Janet noticed the need for sustainable products, impeccably made in the USA. She’s dedicated to making eco-friendly products that last for years and never go out of style. American Blossom Linens are the ONLY providers of American-made 100% organic cotton sheets sold in the nation.
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About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $9.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. About Violette de Ayala // Violette de Ayala is the Founder and CEO of FemCity, a women's networking organization that infuses gratitude, positivity, purpose and soul through local gatherings, virtual networking and online connectivity. Violette is a spiritual self-help international best seller and the author of "The Self-Guided Guru, Life Lessons for the Everyday Human". She is also a motivational speaker, business advisor, investor and entrepreneur. Violette's been quoted in Forbes, Success, Entrepreneur, Fast Company and CNBC as a business expert. She has been seen in Parade, US News and World Reports, MarieClaire, BareMinerals "Women we love", People and InStyle publications and campaigns. FemCity has been seen in AP, Vogue, Gilt, Fast Company. Connect with her on IG, FB, Twitter : @violettedeayala
Salome Sallehy // Founder + President Of Sugar Sugar Wax.
Salome Sallehy joins FemCity Founder Violette de Ayala and shares her founding story including her road to success and how she pivoted along the way.
About Salome Sallehy // Founder + President Of Sugar Sugar Wax.
If There Has Ever Been A Marketer That Dives Head First Into Uncharted Territory On A Regular Basis It’s Salome Sallehy.
Her Professional Career In Marketing Began Long Before She Graduated And Received Her Business Degree. Coming From A Long Line Of Apparel Producers, The Fashion Industry Was Her First Foray Into The Business Of Brand Building. From There Her Path In Business Followed Her Interests; From Real Estate To Tech And Ultimately Into Beauty.
During Her 10 Year Stint In Tech And Digital Marketing Salome Pioneered Some Of The First Mobile App Promotion Practices That We Know Today. Working Closely With Apple And Google App Store Teams To Set The Standards For Usability, And Pave The Way For App Developers To Stand Out In The Markets Among Millions Of Others.
Not Only Has Salome Worked In Marketing And Strategy Roles In Various Industries, But She Also Made Time To Share And Teach Her Expertise In Marketing And Entrepreneurship At La Salle College In Vancouver, Canada As The Youngest Instructor On Campus.
Her Passion For Getting Exceptional Products That Fill Gaps And Make Life Better For People Into The Hands Of Consumers Knows No Bounds. Even In The Most Demanding Roles Of Her Career She Always Made Time Either As A Consultant Working On A Passion Project With A Startup, Or By Setting Up Not-for-profit Organizations To Grow A New Category And Educate The Industry.
As The Founder And President Of Sugar Sugar Wax, Salome Now Oversees Manufacturing, Product Development, Sales Channels, And Community Development. As If That Doesn’t Keep Her Busy Enough She Also Is Leading The Charge On Educating The Public On Clean Beauty And Ingredient Toxicity In Cosmetics And Personal Care Products Through Natural Beauty Summit.
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $9.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. About Violette de Ayala // Violette de Ayala is the Founder and CEO of FemCity, a women's networking organization that infuses gratitude, positivity, purpose and soul through local gatherings, virtual networking and online connectivity. Violette is a spiritual self-help international best seller and the author of "The Self-Guided Guru, Life Lessons for the Everyday Human". She is also a motivational speaker, business advisor, investor and entrepreneur. Violette's been quoted in Forbes, Success, Entrepreneur, Fast Company and CNBC as a business expert. She has been seen in Parade, US News and World Reports, MarieClaire, BareMinerals "Women we love", People and InStyle publications and campaigns. FemCity has been seen in AP, Vogue, Gilt, Fast Company. Connect with her on IG, FB, Twitter : @violettedeayala
Our featured guest Suelyn Farel joins FemCity Founder + CEO Violette de Ayala and shares her expertise for launching your beauty product! They discuss launching, target audience, samples and more! This is a must listen for those in the beauty industry or those with a new beauty product.
About Suelyn Farel // Suelyn is the CEO/co-owner of the Julien Farel Restore Salon & Spa Group in midtown, New York City. Suelyn is instrumental with facilitating with all serves in the salon. She also works alongside her husband and co-owner, Julien, on his revolutionary ‘Restore’ hair care line. In recent months, Suelyn has led the way instrumenting safety protocols to create a safe, sanitary space for guests to enjoy (*once NYC re-opens salons).
About FemCity // FemCity offers a Free 30-Day Trial Membership and Memberships start at only $9.99. You can also learn more about launching a FemCity Chapter in your community. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity. About Violette de Ayala // Violette de Ayala is the Founder and CEO of FemCity, a women's networking organization that infuses gratitude, positivity, purpose and soul through local gatherings, virtual networking and online connectivity. Violette is a spiritual self-help international best seller and the author of "The Self-Guided Guru, Life Lessons for the Everyday Human". She is also a motivational speaker, business advisor, investor and entrepreneur. Violette's been quoted in Forbes, Success, Entrepreneur, Fast Company and CNBC as a business expert. She has been seen in Parade, US News and World Reports, MarieClaire, BareMinerals "Women we love", People and InStyle publications and campaigns. FemCity has been seen in AP, Vogue, Gilt, Fast Company. Connect with her on IG, FB, Twitter : @violettedeayala
Susan Rose // Global FemCity Member and Copywriter, content strategist, mentor.
Our featured guest Susan Rose joins FemCity Founder + CEO Violette de Ayala and teaches us all about email copy, the importance of this powerful marketing channel, and how it relates to our sales. Don’t miss this jam packed interview!
About Our Guest //Susan Rose helps women entrepreneurs increase their impact and income by: helping them connect with their audience in a way that increases engagement and builds loyalty; increase visibility and become a recognized expert easily and comfortably; and create more impact and income by strategically positioning themselves as a leader.
She created the Visibility Incubator to help women fall in love with sharing their story, and the Kicka$$ Content Planner to help them get that story out in the world. You can find her on Facebook: @SusanRoseWriter and LinkedIn: @susanrose001.
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About FemCity // FemCity is a members only networking community created exclusively for women founded by Violette de Ayala. With over 100 local communities, online classes and global connectivity, FemCity is more than just a networking group. Programs infuse purpose, intention, positivity with an immense focus on diversity and gratitude. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity
About Violette de Ayala // Violette de Ayala is the Founder and CEO of FemCity, a women's networking organization that infuses gratitude, positivity, purpose and soul through local gatherings, virtual networking and online connectivity. Violette is a spiritual self-help international best seller and the author of "The Self-Guided Guru, Life Lessons for the Everyday Human". She is also a motivational speaker, business advisor, investor and entrepreneur. Violette's been quoted in Forbes, Success, Entrepreneur, Fast Company and CNBC as a business expert. She has been seen in Parade, US News and World Reports, MarieClaire, BareMinerals "Women we love", People and InStyle publications and campaigns. FemCity has been seen in AP, Vogue, Gilt, Fast Company. Connect with her on IG, FB, Twitter : @violettedeayala
Marina Stamos // CEO, Marina Stamos Business Coaching
Our featured guest Marina Stamos joins FemCity Founder + CEO Violette de Ayala
Marina shares her journey to becoming a women’s business coach and helping women make money. She shares the importance of sharing clearly what our offer is and taking control of our business to attract your ideal client--and how to do this in your business.
About Our Guest // Marina is an internationally sought-after women's business coach and speaker. She has recovered from bitter losses in her personal and professional life to create three successful businesses and a multiple 6-figure income. Her clients range from start-up mompreneurs to the heads of 8-figure brands. Previously, as head of Stamos Media and an Emmy-nominated former news television producer, Marina has helped clients grow their business as they appear everywhere from TedX stage to Oprah Magazine. Marina lives in Philadelphia with her husband, son and 5-pound poodle and admits she has an overly complicated relationship with coffee.
About FemCity // FemCity is a members only networking community created exclusively for women founded by Violette de Ayala. With over 100 local communities, online classes and global connectivity, FemCity is more than just a networking group. Programs infuse purpose, intention, positivity with an immense focus on diversity and gratitude. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity
About Violette de Ayala // Violette de Ayala is the Founder and CEO of FemCity, a women's networking organization that infuses gratitude, positivity, purpose and soul through local gatherings, virtual networking and online connectivity. Violette is a spiritual self-help international best seller and the author of "The Self-Guided Guru, Life Lessons for the Everyday Human". She is also a motivational speaker, business advisor, investor and entrepreneur. Violette's been quoted in Forbes, Success, Entrepreneur, Fast Company and CNBC as a business expert. She has been seen in Parade, US News and World Reports, MarieClaire, BareMinerals "Women we love", People and InStyle publications and campaigns. FemCity has been seen in AP, Vogue, Gilt, Fast Company. Connect with her on IG, FB, Twitter : @violettedeayala
Our featured guest Mindie Barnett joins FemCity Founder + CEO Violette de Ayala
Mindie shares her founding story and how and why she started her own business.
Mindie reminds us to chase our passions and work hard today--because we don't know what tomorrow brings.
**About Mindie Barnett** // Mindie Barnett worked as a reporter and news anchor in the Philadelphia and New York markets for nearly twenty years before stepping away to begin her own PR firm. In the fifteen years since, Mindie has become a trusted voice in the PR/event planning industries. She’s an on-air co-parenting expert and has shared her expertise on Good Morning San Diego and Good Morning Philadelphia (among other networks). Mindie’s new inspirational memoir “Intermission: How Fervor, Friendships and Faith Took Me to the Second Act” focuses on Mindie’s journey to success and the hurdles she faced along the way. Her unwavering motivation carried her through many challenges, like a career change, a divorce, and struggles with infertility. She wrote Intermission to share the lessons – first-hand - she gained during these times of trial in the hopes that they can benefit and inspire others. Further information on Mindie (including her recent TV appearances) can be found at https://mindiebarnett.com/ **About FemCity** // FemCity is a members only networking community created exclusively for women founded by Violette de Ayala. With over 100 local communities, online classes and global connectivity, FemCity is more than just a networking group. Programs infuse purpose, intention, positivity with an immense focus on diversity and gratitude. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity **About Violette de Ayala** // Violette de Ayala is the Founder and CEO of FemCity, a women's networking organization that infuses gratitude, positivity, purpose and soul through local gatherings, virtual networking and online connectivity. Violette is a spiritual self-help international best seller and the author of "The Self-Guided Guru, Life Lessons for the Everyday Human". She is also a motivational speaker, business advisor, investor and entrepreneur. Violette's been quoted in Forbes, Success, Entrepreneur, Fast Company and CNBC as a business expert. She has been seen in Parade, US News and World Reports, MarieClaire, BareMinerals "Women we love", People and InStyle publications and campaigns. FemCity has been seen in AP, Vogue, Gilt, Fast Company. Connect with her on IG, FB, Twitter : @violettedeayala
Sharmi Albrechtsen // Robotics aficionado, educator, author
Our featured guest Sharmi Albrechtsen joins FemCity Founder + CEO Violette de Ayala
Sharmi shares her founding story and how she set off to inspire kids--especially girls get interested in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics).
Sharmi shares the importance to keep testing and keep the momentum going.
About Our Guest // Sharmi Albrechtsen // Robotics aficionado, educator, author and mom.
Sharmi Albrechtsen, CEO and co-founder of SmartGurlz, a fast-growing start-up company focusing on closing the gender gap in technology. SmartGurlz is the first robotics company focused on girls.
As CEO, she is the visionary backbone of the company, ensuring that the company develops, markets and sells innovative products. SmartGurlz Partners include: BlackGirlsCode, Girl Scouts of America and DigitalGirl Inc.
Sharmi was recently named AdWeek's 2017 Disruptor Award, in Championing Gender Diversity in Advertising and Tech. She has also been named Women Entrepreneur of the Year 2018 by the Asian Chamber of Commerce. She is a Morgan Stanley Multicultural Innovation Lab fellow.
She has been featured in TEDx, Forbes, Huffington Post, Financial Times, Fox Business News, Fox and Friends and CNN.
SmartGurlz was featured on ABC's Shark Tank, November 2017, where Sharmi battled more than 40,000 companies to get placed. On air, she battled celebrity sharks including Sir Richard Branson, Mark Cuban and closed a deal with Daymond John.
About FemCity // FemCity is a members only networking community created exclusively for women founded by Violette de Ayala. With over 100 local communities, online classes and global connectivity, FemCity is more than just a networking group. Programs infuse purpose, intention, positivity with an immense focus on diversity and gratitude. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity
About Violette de Ayala // Violette de Ayala is the Founder and CEO of FemCity, a women's networking organization that infuses gratitude, positivity, purpose and soul through local gatherings, virtual networking and online connectivity. Violette is a spiritual self-help international best seller and the author of "The Self-Guided Guru, Life Lessons for the Everyday Human". She is also a motivational speaker, business advisor, investor and entrepreneur. Violette's been quoted in Forbes, Success, Entrepreneur, Fast Company and CNBC as a business expert. She has been seen in Parade, US News and World Reports, MarieClaire, BareMinerals "Women we love", People and InStyle publications and campaigns. FemCity has been seen in AP, Vogue, Gilt, Fast Company. Connect with her on IG, FB, Twitter : @violettedeayala
Shandee Chernow // Founder + CEO of CertiStar
Our featured guest Shandee Chernow joins FemCity Founder + CEO Violette de Ayala
Shandee shares her founding story and how she created a business based on her knowledge and personal experiences to make the world a better place.
Shandee reminds us that there will be bumps in the road--EVERY DAY--but you can figure it out! Don’t miss this interview.
About Our Guest // CertiStar Founder + CEO, Shandee Chernow discovered in her late 20s she had life threatening food allergies. And not by a standard "test," as many would think - by actually eating foods she had no idea she was even allergic to, only to discover she was by way of a traumatic reaction. You can imagine the anxiety and frustration that came with dining out to eat with friends, family and clients. Shandee knew the hospitality industry needed a solution - not only a software to make things easier on the restaurant, hotel, school or airline, but also on the customer - or person - with food allergies. Enter in CertiStar - a software launched in 2017 that allows for guests dining out to have a safer and easier experience by way of the MenuStar software. With a quick 3-second search, the restaurant server can tell the guest all the offerings on the menu they are in fact safe to eat by way of a green, yellow, red list of options. CertiStar is based in Phoenix, Arizona.
Learn more at https://certistar.com/.
About FemCity // FemCity is a members only networking community created exclusively for women founded by Violette de Ayala. With over 100 local communities, online classes and global connectivity, FemCity is more than just a networking group. Programs infuse purpose, intention, positivity with an immense focus on diversity and gratitude. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity
About Violette de Ayala // Violette de Ayala is the Founder and CEO of FemCity, a women's networking organization that infuses gratitude, positivity, purpose and soul through local gatherings, virtual networking and online connectivity. Violette is a spiritual self-help international best seller and the author of "The Self-Guided Guru, Life Lessons for the Everyday Human". She is also a motivational speaker, business advisor, investor and entrepreneur. Violette's been quoted in Forbes, Success, Entrepreneur, Fast Company and CNBC as a business expert. She has been seen in Parade, US News and World Reports, MarieClaire, BareMinerals "Women we love", People and InStyle publications and campaigns. FemCity has been seen in AP, Vogue, Gilt, Fast Company. Connect with her on IG, FB, Twitter : @violettedeayala
Our featured guest Courtney joins FemCity Founder + CEO Violette de Ayala where she shares her founding story and reflects on how she got started with Cakes by Courtney.
Courtney reminds us to write down why you started. And how important it is to focus on our why. You won't want to miss this inspiring interview.
About Our Guest // Courtney ditched box mixes in pursuit of melt-in-your-mouth, to-die-for flavor combinations, fillings and textures. And she believes cake must be decadent, life-changing and worthy of celebration! She didn’t bake her first cake from scratch until she was 26, when her son turned one.
Courtney holds a bachelor of arts degree from Brigham Young University in broadcast journalism. She’s also the mother of two amazing kids, married to her best friend, and teaches cake classes at Orson Gygi Culinary Arts Center, in Salt Lake City.
About FemCity // FemCity is a members only networking community created exclusively for women founded by Violette de Ayala. With over 100 local communities, online classes and global connectivity, FemCity is more than just a networking group. Programs infuse purpose, intention, positivity with an immense focus on diversity and gratitude. FemCity has been seen in Gilt, Vogue, AP News, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and MarieClaire. Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com and on all social platforms @FemCity.
Our featured guest Randi Zinn, author, mindfulness, and wellness expert, joins FemCity Founder + CEO Violette de Ayala where she shares her story and reflects on a time in her life when she worked to get her life back on track.
Randi challenges us to take a mindful approach at getting back on track, to take a look at our used-to or comfortable, and the need to see things for what they really are. We dive into the collective grief and the heaviness of the world that we are all facing, how to navigate, and getting back to the soulful side of things that we may have been missing. Randi also shares virtual tools that she uses and what we need to steer clear from.
You won’t want to miss this episode where we dive deep into the soulful side of getting back on track.
About Our Guest // Randi Zinn is an author, mindfulness and wellness expert, podcast host and founder of the Going Beyond Movement and Beyond Mom. The Going Beyond movement grants women permission to step in, step up, and enter a curious dialogue with their life.
About FemCity // We are a members only community created exclusively for women. Our programs infuse purpose, intention and positivity for women looking to launch and grow their business in a community that embraces gratitude.
Learn why FemCity is more than just a women’s networking group at www.femcity.com. You can also find us on Facebook at FemCity and on Instagram @FemCity.
Nicole joins us and shares her story, some pivotal points in finding her alignment and how to get back on track!
Nicole Hernandez is a conscious entrepreneur, a certified hypnotist, speaker, and host of The Daring Kind podcast. She harnesses the power of hypnotherapy, neuroscience, sound and movement to help the hesitant changemaker overcome old subconscious beliefs that have kept them looping in self-sabotaging behaviors and thoughts. She has been featured in SUCCESS Magazine, Best Life, FemCity, Salon, PR Daily and more. Connect with her at thetravelinghypnotist.com. Find her on Instagram at @nicolethetravelinghypnotist and @thedaringkind.
Renée Greenstein, Founder and Designer of Women With Control® and Attitudes by Renée® joins us as we talk about getting back on track!
Renée Greenstein is Founder and Designer of Women With Control® and Attitudes by Renée®. Two top selling fashion lines featured on QVC USA and UK. Both collections are a reflection of designer Renée Greenstein’s flair, genuine playfulness, and compelling life experiences. As part of her entrepreneur endeavors, philanthropy is a large focus. For years, Renée has been an active member and donor to the Central Park Conservancy, The Public Theatre, Rock, and Rule Women’s Empowerment, Hattitude for Education and WIN; “Women in Need”. Renée has had the honor of being nominated for numerous awards including 2010 Product Concept, Apparel Award and QVC’s Q Star 2012 Award for QVC Rising Star as well as winning the 2011Q Star Award for QVC Product Concept in Apparel. Renée has had the pleasure of being interviewed on BuildingNY and featured on QVC’s podcast, Shop Culture. Renée has built an inspiring cult following that she calls her Wardrobe Warriors. She has dedicated a Facebook group on social media for her Wardrobe Warriors, where positive interaction from women all around the world partake in everyday. Renee’s passion and love for her designs and customers is apparent and genuine. When she is not appearing on QVC or creating new fashions for her line, she splits her time between their Malvern and NYC residences . She is happily married to Justin, besides being a mother and grandmother, which is a role she cherishes most of all. www.attitudesbyrenee.com
Lola Linarte
Model, Actress, TV Host + Voice-over Artist
Lola joins FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala for soulful conversation all about self love!
Lola Linarte is an international model, actress, TV host, and voice-over artist based in New York, New York. She was born in Bluefields, Nicaragua and was raised in South Padre Island, Texas. Lola is extremely proud to be from the Rio Grande Valley! She attended Texas A&M University where she studied social & cultural anthropology which inspired her transition into media & cultural entertainment.
LENA BENJAMIN
Founder at Empower Business Club
Lena joins us and shares her story of listening to the universe to find your path and finding her course.
Through her website lenabenjamin.com, Lena Benjamin empowers business globally by tapping into over 20 years of multifaceted experience to incite action and progress. She offers a variety of online services for small businesses, side-hustlers and startups focused on making more money through new or existing ventures. Her montage of expertise includes residential real estate as landlord and real estate agent now offering select clients worldwide property search and acquisition services in London UK and eCommerce including developing the UK’s multicultural online bookselling business approached by Amazon in 2004 and now online services via her eCommerce site. Lena is a keynote speaker having spoken at entrepreneurial and business growth events, with previous engagements at Entrepreneurs 2012 with special keynotes including Ruby Wax and Karren Brady and globally recognised UK Parliament and Association of MBAs. Lena’s work empowers business for entrepreneurs worldwide by offering services that can be delivered remotely. Her latest empowerment project involved 10 global female founders delivering the “evergreen” Female Founders Virtual Summit where female entrepreneurs worldwide can experience unlimited access to video masterclasses plus bonuses including online membership, community, promotions and coaching. Lena has two London UK university degrees, a BA Hons in Business Studies in 1999 and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in 2010. Global traveller across many countries and cities around the world, Lena resides in London UK available globally & remotely in a climate change responsible way!
ERICKA PERRY
Founder of The Stork Bag
Ericka Perry shares her story of creating her business and some great wisdom on re-programming our thoughts, reaching our goals, and more.
Ericka is a successful businesswoman and dedicated mother and wife. She started her first business, MommyMaiDD Services, Inc. in March of 2012 while working on her Masters degree, pregnant with her 3rd son and working full-time in the nonprofit sector. Soon after, she quit her corporate job to place full focus on
entrepreneurship. Ericka launched her flagship product, The Stork Bag®, a leading pregnancy subscription bag, in November 2014. Since the launch in 2014, The Stork Bag has garnered celebrity moms and customer’s attention globally.
More about The Stork Bag here: www.thestorkbag.com
Renée Greenstein, Founder and Designer of Women With Control® and Attitudes by Renée® joins us and shares her story of how she got where she is today, plus TONS of wisdom she learned on the way.
Renée Greenstein is Founder and Designer of Women With Control® and Attitudes by Renée®. Two top selling fashion lines featured on QVC USA and UK. Both collections are a reflection of designer Renée Greenstein’s flair, genuine playfulness, and compelling life experiences. As part of her entrepreneur endeavors, philanthropy is a large focus. For years, Renée has been an active member and donor to the Central Park Conservancy, The Public Theatre, Rock, and Rule Women’s Empowerment, Hattitude for Education and WIN; “Women in Need”. Renée has had the honor of being nominated for numerous awards including 2010 Product Concept, Apparel Award and QVC’s Q Star 2012 Award for QVC Rising Star as well as winning the 2011Q Star Award for QVC Product Concept in Apparel. Renée has had the pleasure of being interviewed on BuildingNY and featured on QVC’s podcast, Shop Culture. Renée has built an inspiring cult following that she calls her Wardrobe Warriors. She has dedicated a Facebook group on social media for her Wardrobe Warriors, where positive interaction from women all around the world partake in everyday. Renee’s passion and love for her designs and customers is apparent and genuine. When she is not appearing on QVC or creating new fashions for her line, she splits her time between their Malvern and NYC residences . She is happily married to Justin, besides being a mother and grandmother, which is a role she cherishes most of all. www.attitudesbyrenee.com
Danielle Pierce, founder of Women, Wealth & Real Estate shares her story of pushing forward against walls and why it's so important to get your mindset right and find community.
Danielle is a full time real estate entrepreneur with over a decade of trial and error. She's committed to helping individuals succeed in the real estate industry without having to rely exclusively on sales. Danielle believes that documentation beats conversation and she offers results driven programs which has created a thriving community of raving fans. She is the mom of 3 geniuses, a househead, a proud BLERD and just all around fabulous. Find out more at daniellepierce.com
Sarah Morgan, Founder of Even Health shares her story of taking her love for science to help support people that take medication to minimize the side effects to help them feel awesome while taking their prescriptions.
Sarah Morgan is a modern-day inventor. Known for her innovative ideas that connect science to everyday life, she delivers impactful, science-based solutions for common health problems. Sarah created Even — a first-of-its-kind wellness company that was developed to meet the unique nutritional needs of individuals taking common prescription medications. Formulated to balance biochemistry, Even’s products enable individuals taking prescription medications, like birth control and statins, to feel good while getting the benefits of their medications.
Beyond Even, Sarah has helped thousands of individuals with complex health issues using food and nutrients to optimize gene expression. For more than 13 years she ran a clinical practice in Denver, enabling individuals, communities and corporations to achieve their health and wellness goals. She holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Nutrition and has many advanced certifications in her field.
For more info: https://evenhealthco.com/why/#
Gina shares her journey from being a high school drop out and being told the beauty industry was not for her, she set out to create Phenix Salons.
Phenix Salons has over 250 locations and 6,000 salon professionals as part of her company. She’s been featured in the Undercover boss, Fashion & Salon, Modern Salon and Huffington Post. She also has a new product launch on The Home Shopping Network {HSN} and the author of Mirror and a Prayer available on Amazon and Barnes and Nobles.
You can follow Gina on Instagra at @beautyexpertgina.
Adriana Carrig
Founder of Little Words Project
Adriana shares her story of opting out of Law School to launch her company out of the garage of her parents home. She also shared what she did to launch her brand around the globe, break out of limiting thoughts, and followed her intuition. She is on a mission to create more connectivity between women through her intentional designs. Visit her site to learn more and you can follow her on IG at @adrianacarrig and @littlwordsproject
LISA PRICE Founder of Carol’s Daughter
Lisa shares her story on starting Carol’s daughter, the evolution of her brand and how passionate she is on mentoring other women.
Emi shares how she discovered her path, what she did when she came across challenges, and she provided tips to help others looking to do the same.
Susan Herrmann Loomis is a France-based, award-winning author and free-lance journalist who has written for all major U.S. food magazines and many major newspapers including the New York Times, the L.A. Times, the Seattle Times and more. Susan has thirteen books to her credit.
Susan is also a professionally trained chef, and the proprietor of On Rue Tatin, an exclusive cooking and culture program in Normandy and Paris. On Rue Tatin cooking school was named One of Seven Best Cooking Schools in France by Food52, and has received consistent praise from major magazines and newspapers including the New York Times and food magazines.
Susan, a journalist by profession with a masters in French culinary arts from La Varenne Ecole de Cuisine in Paris, began her culinary journalism career as the assistant author of THE FOOD LOVERS GUIDE TO PARIS, by Patricia Wells.
Susan authored her first book, THE GREAT AMERICAN SEAFOOD COOKBOOK in 1984. Included among her other titles are FARMHOUSE COOKBOOK, CLAMBAKES AND FISH FRIES, FRENCH FARMHOUSE COOKBOOK, ITALIAN FARMHOUSE COOKBOOK, (all Workman Publishing, Inc. and written between 1984-2000)) the best-selling ON RUE TATIN (Broadway Books. 2001) a narrative about her life in France with recipes, which won the IACP best literary food book for 2002, TARTE TATIN (Harper Collins UK, 2003), COOKING AT HOME ON RUE TATIN, (William Morrow, May 2005) and NUTS IN THE KITCHEN (William Morrow 2010) and now, IN A FRENCH KITCHEN (Gotham) June, 2015 and her latest book FRENCH GRILL (Countryman, 2018). She is currently working on her 14th book.
Loomis has participated in many television and radio shows, including Good Morning America (ABC), Home Matters, Epicurious/Discovery, The Splendid Table with Lynn Rosetto Kasper@ (MPR); A Food Talk with Arthur Schwartz@ (WOR); A Good Food Hour with Evan Kleinman@ (KSRO). Susan is a regular lecturer at the Smithsonian Institute and is currently a professor of Gastronomy at Ecole de Cuisine Ferrandi, in Paris.
Susan, has lived in France for more than twenty five years. English is her mother tongue; she speaks fluent French and can navigate in Italian. She lives in Paris, and has two children, Fiona 20and Joseph, 28.
Loomis can be reached through her website, www.susanloomis.com
Melissa Taavs shares her founding story on how she started Tipsyscoop, what she did to get through challenges and how she was able to take her hobby and create a global brand.
Co-Creators of Middle School Moguls, Jenae and Gina Heitkamp shared their founding story, how they got to where they are today, how they faced challenges and additional inspiration for women going after their dreams.
Homa is the founder of 10 Wooster, a clothing subscription service that sends women personalized sets of clothing they can borrow and buy from. After noticing the majority of subscription and styling services targeted women who view getting dressed as a chore, she designed 10 Wooster to cater to women who find joy in new outfits but needed an easier and environmentally sustainable way to experiment with styles and develop a closet they love. 10 Wooster's rent before buying model allows women to take their time when deciding to make a purchase, and separate one-time wears with pieces that really speak to their style and the style they want to have. Prior to starting her business, Homa was the Editorial Director of retail research and consulting firm L2 (acquired by Gartner). At L2, she wrote about how retail and consumer brands and how they adapted and transformed their business models to adapt to the digital age. Before L2, she was a business journalist for The Financial Times and Blouin Artinfo.
Cary is well known for establishing award-winning diversity, inclusion and communication programs in several organizations including Wyndham Hotels, Aimbridge Hospitality, Bank of Tokyo (now Union Bank MUFG), Carnival Cruise Line, Meeting Professionals International and other organizations.
She has been interviewed by The New York Times, CNN, Bloomberg, CBS This Morning, The Wall Street Journal and other national media about her successful women's marketing programs.Cary’s business book: From Cinderella to CEO (Wiley) features business lessons learned while climbing the business ladder, and has been published in 10 languages. Interviews included in her book can be heard on her podcast Cinderella CEO On Air. She recently launched a nationwide tour for the Cinderella to CEO™Awards.
We loved interviewing Lydia Fenet as she shared action steps, inspiration and wisdom for our FEMS. LYDIA FENET Lydia Fenet serves as the Managing Director and Global Director of Strategic Partnerships at Christie’s. In addition to her role within Christie’s, she has raised over half a billion dollars for over 400 non-profits worldwide as the leading benefit auctioneer in the country. Ms. Fenet travels around the country to speak to corporations and groups on “The Art of Selling.” The Most Powerful Woman in the Room is You is her first book and will be published by Touchstone, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, in Spring 2019.
We loved getting a chance to interview the amazing and very inspirational Kara Connolly on the FemCity Podcast.
She shared her story on how she got started, what she did to get passed challenges and struggles and her inspiration and passion in helping women.
LEARN MORE ABOUT KARA
FemCity President Cheyenne Palma Dominguez and Award Winning Journalist Lisa Guerrero shared here technique on how to be brave, what got her to develop this technique and how it can help others as well.
Founder of FemCity Violette de Ayala and Founder of Jolie Homes, Lisa Rickert discussed how Lisa started the company and how she faced business challenges. Lisa also shared tips on how to scale a business and advice for those starting out.
FemCity Founder Violette de Ayala and President Cheyenne Palma Dominguez interviewed Becky Herrington and Hillarie Thole of BH Marketing Firm. They shared the following golden nuggets:
-How they met
-When they started to think of expanding their business
-What led them to think of forming a partnership
-What conversations and guidelines they set in place
-What they do when there is a disagreement or difference in opinion.
-Other business collaborative inspiration
We love to hear stories of women growing business in total balance. We chatted with Co-Founder Marissa Evans Alden on how they came up with the idea and got into launching mode
What was her inspiration in launching the business
What challenges came up and how did she surpass the challenges
She shared action steps for women looking to launch a business
Motivation, tips and inspiration
About Sawyer:
Sawyer is an online platform that provides a convenient, all-in-one booking service, the Sawyer Marketplace, for parents looking to discover and schedule activities for their children outside the classroom. Created by Marissa Evans Alden and Stephanie Choi -- who connected during their time at Rent The Runway -- the two Brooklyn moms were overwhelmed with the task of finding activities for their children. Providing a solution, Sawyer was born as a way to connect parents to an array of providers through their user-friendly booking tool, ensuring every child is given the opportunity to discover their own love of learning and adventure - right in their own neighborhood. Sawyer’s diverse range of providers gives parents ease of mind when booking anything from a last-minute infant playgroups, to a semester-long French class, to a three-month summer camp and more. Sawyer is equally committed to helping providers who offer the best enriching childhood experiences through Sawyer Tools, a payment, scheduling, and business management SaaS product that streamlines the online registration and booking process. The platform is currently active in New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago neighborhoods, with plans to further expand in 2019.
FemCity Podcast with Violette de Ayala and Cheyenne Palma Dominguez with featured guest Nisa Amoils.
Topics covered:
How women can leverage their business for investment
What investors look for in businesses
Inspiration and action steps
Nisa Amoils is the Author of WTF is Happening [Women Tech Founders]
Nisa was named one of Business Insider’s 30 Women in Venture Capital to Watch in 2018, and Top 100 women in Fintech in 2019 by LATTICE80. Nisa Amoils is a tech investor and has been a venture capitalist at Scout Ventures, an active Board Member and former entrepreneur. Her investment focus has largely been on frontier tech, i.e. AR/VR, robotics, drones, AI, autonomous mobility, cybersecurity, blockchain and other disruptive technologies (of which she frequently writes about for Forbes).
FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and guest speaker Alison Bernstein, Founder of Suburban Jungle chatted about launching a business in multiple locations and the challenges along the way.
We covered:
How she started
Her passion
What she did when she encountered challenges
Our featured guest is Lea Tran / Journey to the TedX Stage and beyond
During this podcast we covered the following :
When/how did you decide you wanted to tell your story on stage?
You estimated you’ve presented your story onstage over 70 times, to a variety of different audiences. Do you still feel uncomfortable?
What have you learned throughout this journey of becoming a speaker (on the Tedx stage!).
What advice do you have for FEMS want to speak onstage but feel overcome with fear?
Dominique Penn owns several business including being store owner of Strollers & More (In addition to an online store she also has a Brick & Mortar location in Los Angeles), Author of The Many Adventures of Donald, Discreezips (Launching Soon) and a few other businesses soon to come to life.
A Social and Serial Entrepreneur we covered:
what was her inspiration to be an entrepreneur
what was the process on launching multiple businesses
finding the balance of being a mama and entrepreneur
and tips for FEMs looking to be an entrepreneur and juggling motherhood
FemCity Podcast, Business for Your Soul with Violette de Ayala and Cheyenne Dominguez with Guest Tracey Ohlhausen
TOPICS COVERED:
Successful businesses while traveling
How to overcome challenges
Specific tools/resources that have been helpful
Business relationships and how traveling supports networking
Advice for FEMS who want to run their businesses while traveling or on the go
Featured Podcast Guest Lauren Marty Golden, Founder of The Free Mama:
Finding and living your purpose…
-connecting to the clarity of purpose
-finding the way to make it a reality
-struggles and challenges
-how do you stay connected when you get a negative email or post
-final inspiration
Giselle Mascarenhas Villarreal joined the FemCity podcast as a guest. The episode covers :
-finding clarity
-how to make the shift
-what were some of the struggles
-how do you stay on task
-final inspiration
In The Conscious Path to Love with Global FEM Sarah Sparks and FemCity president Cheyenne Dominguez, Sarah describes what the conscious path means and how it can benefit FEMS in their businesses and relationships. In 5 steps, to be performed in order, she invites listeners to explore their highest, purest energy vibration, especially for those who want to "rise up" or "level up" in their businesses. She also reads a "love letter" to listeners who feel they're carrying anger and aren't sure how to be rid of it. Sarah is the founder of Create the Spark. Connect with Sarah at www.sarahsparks.love.
Standing in the Power of You! features our mesmerizing Global FEM Dr. Gail Hayes. With moderator, Cheyenne Dominguez, president of FemCity, Dr. Gail tells us why learning to "stand alone and whole on their own" is necessary for women. With an impressive resume as a published author, speaker, seasoned coach (and former law enforcement officer!), Dr. Gail breaks it down for FEMS. Her recommendations include writing and speaking our own "decrees" just like a queen would do. And whether your "light" is a bright flood lamp or more like the gentle glow of a candle, you'll appreciate the power of Dr. Gail's words in helping you to stand in the power of you. Connect with her at www.handleyourbusinessgirl.com (and look for a link to your free FemCity gift).
How to Get Back in the Game with Global FEM Laura Eaton. Laura is a self-proclaimed "serial entrepreneur" with a successful photography business, a co-working space, and a soon to come event space in Philadelphia (just to name a few of her businesses). After a series of personal events in her life took her focus away from her businesses, she decided to "get back in the game" with a renewed focus on her entrepreneurial spirit. With FemCity president, Cheyenne Dominguez as moderator, Laura breaks things down into super simple and totally doable steps she recommends for anyone feeling like they've been in a holding pattern and is ready to get back in the game.
Global FEM Giselle Dominique Mascarenhas-Villarreal led a powerful masterclass, How to Increase Love + Followers on Instagram. In this class with moderator and FemCity president, Cheyenne Dominguez, Giselle explains why Instagram is no longer an option for any business. In her words, "it's a necessity." Giselle equates building an Instagram following with building relationships. Giving love, devoting attention, and investing in others are essential ingredients. Giselle presents her 30/30 method, shares how many hours per day she recommends every small business needs to spend on Instagram, and even offers a 15-minute free "clarity call" to fellow FEMS. Connect with Giselle on Instagram @theinstaprofessor.
Global FEM Melissa Ward of NewWard Development led a dynamic Masterclass, How to Embrace SEO. The live class was shocked full of questions from listeners. With Cheyenne Dominguez, president of FemCity, serving as moderator, Melissa recommends specific steps and actions to optimize how people find your business when they search Google. Melissa discusses how to implement Google Analytics, create thoughtful content that your unique audience can appreciate, how to answer customer questions by creating blog posts, and so much more. Melissa also shared a real-life example of one business that went from just $1k/month in sales to a banner revenue month of $12k in sales by implementing SEO strategies.
In How to Increase Self-Esteem with Annie P. Woods, Annie invites listeners to look at their self-esteem as a collection of experiences and belief systems. With Cheyenne Dominguez, president of FemCity as class moderator, Annie describes self-esteem as a point on a spectrum from low/negative to high/positive. Annie says, "We teach the world how to treat us" and she recommends three simple ways anyone can begin to establish "new wiring" that will help us see and be ourselves as who we want to be. Annie is a Life Coach for entrepreneurs and can be found at @AnniePWoods on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
In Putting Self-Care Into Action, Global FEM expert Lola T. Small encourages FEMS to define self-love at a deep level by seeing the truth in who we are and then valuing ourselves accordingly. With moderator and FemCity president, Cheyenne Dominguez, Lola shares her tips on creating a self-love action plan and invites listeners to view self-love actions as true acts of love toward ourselves and rather than "chores." She also invites listeners to think about the 5 languages of love and recognize which categories resonate most within us. Lola T. Small is a Global FEM, the founder of Lola Life Fitness and can be found on Instagram @LolaLifeFitness.
In The Practice of Self-Love, FemCity president Cheyenne Dominguez moderates a masterclass discussion with Global FEM expert Laurie Hunt, who walks us through the idea of self-love as an ongoing practice. She shares easy ways to begin a self-love practice including using our bodies to shift mood and energy. Listeners were also invited to participate in an experiment on the impact of hearing certain words and the energy those produce in us. Laurie is a Global FEM, the founder of the More in Me Movement, and has completed 18 marathons and completed her first half-Iron race at the age of 56. Connect with her at www.lauriehunt.com
FemCity Founder Violette de Ayala and FemCity Richmond Hill Leader, CPA and Money Wellness Coach shared ways to Goal Set for the New Year.
Carol shared actionable steps on how to goal set, stick to goals and the importance in the various stages along the way.
FemCity Founder Violette de Ayala and Chrystal Rose Founder of Rebellia Clothing and Fitness Coach led a class on "How to Achieve Your Goals".
Chrystal shared actionable tips on how to achieve your goals, what to do when you lost site of goals and how to get back on track.
To connect with Chrystal, please visit Rebelliaclothing.com or xtalrose.com
FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and RoseMarie Couture DeSaro led a class on "How to Design Your Year".
Roe shared actionable steps to take starting today, and inspiration and proven tips to help you create the year you envision.
To connect with Roe, please visit @BeAGutsyGal