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.

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.

In the latest episode of Badass Women in Business, we sit down with Valentina Milanova, the founder and CEO of Daye, a company dedicated to advancing gynecological health through innovation. Valentina’s journey is marked by determination and a deep commitment to addressing overlooked aspects of women’s health—driven by her own experiences and a passion for scientific discovery.

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.

On this episode of Badass Women in Business, we welcomed Diana Khan, a Maryland-based attorney, entrepreneur, and real estate broker, who brings a fresh take on building and managing multiple businesses. Diana doesn’t just manage one company; she runs seven — each strategically integrated within her field to complement and support each other. With over 15 years of experience, Diana shared her path to success, her philosophy on work-life balance, and her approach to hiring and leadership.

In this episode of the Badass Women in Business Podcast, hosts Aggie and Cristy sit down with the innovative duo, Lauren Shaw and Lauren Capwell, co-founders of Clarity Playbook™. Both entrepreneurs share their unique journeys, explain how they harnessed AI to simplify business growth for women entrepreneurs, and offer practical advice on building a business that supports freedom and success.

In this episode of the Badass Women in Business podcast, hosts Aggie and Cristy sit down with Mo Carrier, co-founder of MyBliss®, a sexual wellness brand designed specifically for women’s bodies. Mo shares her incredible journey of building a business in the sexual wellness industry, the challenges she faced along the way, and her mission to disrupt an industry historically catered to men.

In this episode of Badass Women in Business, Aggie and Cristy sit down with Jayshree Seth, Corporate Scientist and Chief Science Advocate at 3M. Jayshree shares her journey from being a scientist focused on research to becoming an advocate for science, diversity, and representation in STEM.

In this episode of the Badass Women in Business podcast, hosts Aggie and Cristy sit down with Jen Sugermeyer, Founder and CEO of ATA Cosmetics, to discuss her inspiring journey from IT leadership to beauty industry innovator. Jen shares how her personal development journey, including overcoming addiction and building confidence, led her to create a groundbreaking skincare tool, the Jade Applicator. Learn how Jen turned her vision into a thriving business and discover key insights on embracing your uniqueness, building confidence, and staying true to your entrepreneurial vision. Listen now for practical advice and inspiration!