Breaking Down Barriers: Amber Gaige’s Marketing Strategies for Women Entrepreneurs
Amber Gaige, founder of Far Beyond Marketing and author of The Far Beyond Marketing Guidebook, joins us to share her entrepreneurial journey, marketing expertise, and insights on balancing work and family. From scaling a lead-generation company to building a second business centered on intentionality, Amber’s story is a testament to grit, faith, and the power of systems. Learn about her Four C’s of Marketing framework, the importance of servant leadership, and how to create a marketing strategy that aligns with your business goals.
Designing Your Life with Kimmy Powell: From IT to Luxury Spas
What if you could redesign your life—live somewhere new, pivot to a completely different career, and finally align your work with your passions? For Kimmy K. Powell, that wasn’t just a dream; it was a choice she made at 45 years old. Today, Kimmy is the owner of four Woodhouse Spas across three states, a mentor to aspiring entrepreneurs, and the author of Passion and Purpose Project. Her story is a testament to grit, reinvention, and the belief that it’s never too late to create the life you want.
Heather Lee: Empowering Women Through Psychedelic-Assisted Healing and Retreats
Heather Lee is redefining what it means to heal and grow as a woman in midlife. Her retreats are not just about psilocybin—they’re about creating space to reclaim wisdom, release the weight of the past, and step into a new chapter of life with intention and joy.
Listen to this episode to learn more about Heather’s work and why women from all walks of life are finding transformative healing through her retreats.
A Spoonful of Comfort: Marti Wymer on Turning Grief into a Purpose-Driven Business
In this heartwarming episode of Badass Women in Business, we talk with Marti Wymer, founder and CEO of Spoonful of Comfort. What started as a personal response to grief has become a thriving business delivering handcrafted soup and care packages to nearly 3 million recipients nationwide. Marti shares her journey from a kitchen startup to leading a company known for its compassion, resilience, and impact. From navigating Shark Tank to scaling her business with love at its core, Marti’s story is a testament to the power of turning passion into purpose.
Follow Your Heart: Jackie Keller on Building a Passion-Driven Business
In this episode of Badass Women in Business, Jackie Keller, Founding Director of NutriFit LLC and a health and wellness expert, shares her inspiring journey of blending passion and purpose into a 37-year-long entrepreneurial career. Motivated by personal loss, Jackie has dedicated her life to helping others achieve better health and longevity through nutrition, wellness coaching, and sustainable practices. From running multiple businesses with her husband to emphasizing customer care and evolving her business model, Jackie offers invaluable insights into building a purpose-driven company while fostering genuine connections.
Following the Energy: How Miranda Hawkins Guides Women Through Life’s Biggest Transitions
In this week’s episode of Badass Women in Business, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Miranda K. Hawkins—a dynamic leader, attorney, and transition coach whose work empowers women to navigate life’s biggest decisions with clarity and confidence. Whether she’s helping families secure their legacies through estate planning or guiding women professionals to thrive during times of transition, Miranda brings wisdom, experience, and compassion to every table she sits at.
From IT to Plant-Based Pioneer: Veena Birajadar’s Journey with Pure Vegan Café
Veena Birajadar’s journey is anything but ordinary. Leaving behind an established career in IT, Veena found her true calling in the power of plant-based eating, leading her to open Pure Vegan Café in Raleigh, North Carolina, in 2021. Her mission? To bring accessible, nourishing vegan food to the Raleigh community and beyond.
Embracing Authenticity in Life and Business: Lessons from Melva LaJoy Legrand
In this powerful episode, we welcome Melva LaJoy LeGrand, founder of LaJoy Plans, to share her journey from academia to events, embracing life’s highs and lows along the way. Melva discusses her early struggles with self-esteem and depression, the importance of resilience, and how personal setbacks—including the pandemic’s impact on her business—shaped her outlook and purpose.
Empowering Homeownership: A New Path to Real Estate Investment with Shannon Diesch of Quarter
In this episode of Badass Women in Business, hosts Aggie and Cristy sit down with Shannon Diesch, CEO and co-founder of QuarterHomes, to discuss her innovative approach to making homeownership more accessible through equity-based co-ownership. Shannon shares how her company is reshaping the real estate landscape by providing Millennials, Gen Z, and financially underserved communities with a new way to own property. They explore the challenges and opportunities in affordable housing, QuarterHomes’ unique business model, and Shannon’s journey as a young CEO committed to building socially responsible investments in real estate.