Thayer Lavielle is not waiting for permission. As Managing Director of The Collective at Wasserman, she has built a global consultancy and research platform that proves women are not a charitable investment—they are a business opportunity. In this episode, Thayer shares how her nonlinear career shaped her leadership, why data must drive equity, and how The Collective is scaling measurable change across sports, entertainment, and culture. From launching Title Nine lawsuits in college to helping her daughter spark a 25-team flag football league, Thayer moves with purpose and builds with precision. Her message is clear: know your gift, own your voice, and give yourself permission to lead differently.

Coco Sellman isn't new to entrepreneurship. With over 25 years of experience, five successful startups, and advising over 500 businesses, Coco embodies resilience, purpose-driven leadership, and innovative growth. Her last venture, Allumé Home Care, quickly scaled to eight-figure revenues and over 150 employees in under four years, eventually merging and successfully exiting in 2024. But her journey hasn't been without challenges—it's those lessons Coco now shares openly to help other women-led businesses navigate exponential growth.