Ellevate Podcast: Conversations With Women Changing The Face Of Business

In this episode of the Ellevate Network Podcast, host Tammy Williams speaks with Stephanie Harrison, an expert in the science of happiness and creator of the New Happy philosophy. They discuss the misconceptions surrounding happiness, the cultural forces that shape our understanding of it, and the transformative power of helping others. Stephanie emphasizes the importance of community, service, and mindset shifts in achieving true happiness, while providing practical steps and resources for listeners to embrace the New Happy in their lives.Key TakeawaysHappiness is often misunderstood and misrepresented in society.The New Happy philosophy emphasizes being true to oneself and helping others.Cultural forces like capitalism and individualism can hinder our understanding of happiness.Service to others is a key component of personal happiness.Mindset shifts are essential for achieving lasting happiness.Awareness of interdependence can improve workplace culture.Helping others can lead to personal fulfillment and jo

Tune in for an enlightening conversation with Ruchika Malhotra, an inclusion strategist and author of “Inclusion on Purpose” and the upcoming book “Uncompete”. Ruchika dives deep into why we need to shift away from a competition mindset and embrace true inclusion. She sheds light on the startling McKinsey and Lean In report, revealing that it could take 48 years for women of color to achieve gender parity.Ruchika emphasizes the critical role of leadership accountability, psychological safety, and authenticity in creating inclusive workplaces. She offers invaluable advice for aspiring inclusion professionals: focus on meaningful actions over mere good intentions. Plus, discover her unique approach to measuring inclusion through safety, authenticity, support, opportunity, and how companies value inclusion.Don’t miss this powerful episode that promises to inspire and challenge the way we think about inclusion!

Did you know that countless perfectly good sterilized medical supplies sadly end up in landfills, leaving many in need without critical support and that this waste occurs despite the pressing need for healthcare resources around the world? Listen to the remarkable journey of Danielle Butin, founder and CEO of Afya, as she discusses her transition from a laid-off healthcare executive to a passionate global health advocate, driven by the desire to make a tangible difference in the lives of others. Since 2007, Afya has compassionately shipped over 140 containers of medical supplies to 70 countries, touching countless lives and providing essential support to communities that lack access to basic healthcare. You’ll hear about the pivotal moment in Tanzania that ignited her mission and passion — a moment that revealed not only the urgent need for medical supplies but also the potential for change that exists when compassionate individuals take action. You will learn about the hurdles she faced in securing resources

In this engaging podcast episode, Aparna Khurjekar, Chief Revenue Officer for Business Markets and SaaS at Verizon, shares her inspiring journey from a software engineer to leading a team of 6,000 sales professionals. She underscores the critical importance of staying current with technology and networking in the ever-evolving tech industry.Aparna delves into the transformative power of 5G, highlighting how it is revolutionizing connectivity by making it more accessible, affordable, and reliable, thus enhancing our daily lives. She also explores the significant role of AI in boosting customer service and business efficiency.For those aspiring to thrive in the tech world, Aparna offers invaluable advice: keep up with technological advancements and build strong networks. Her insights provide a roadmap for success in a rapidly changing landscape.Sponsored by Harvard Business School.Producer: Tammy Williams, tewilliams1@bgoodpartners.com

Tammy Williams and Claire Milligan, Co-Founder of Aimably, explore Claire’s remarkable journey on the Ellevate podcast, Conversations with Women Changing the Face of Business. Claire reflects on her childhood dream of designing cars, rooted in her early fascination with human factors and innovation, that inspired her to pursue a career in making complex things simple. Her ascent to General Manager at Tallie showcases her determination and leadership skills, which ultimately paved the way for her eventual role as Co-Founder at Aimably, where she could implement her vision for streamlined cloud cost management. In a candid discussion, she shares her ADHD diagnosis as an adult during the pandemic, what that meant to her and how it challenged her to adapt her work habits and strategies. Claire outlines Aimably’s mission to help businesses manage and reduce cloud costs, emphasizing the critical importance of viewing cloud expenses as a utility rather than just another typical budget item that can be overlooked. Sh

Laura Liotta, founder and CEO of Sam Brown Inc, discussed her journey from corporate communications to founding a healthcare PR agency in 1999. She emphasized the importance of remote work and work-life balance, which she implemented before the rise of Zoom. Laura highlighted her vision of creating a network of senior experts, which grew from a small team to 60 employees. She shared insights on storyboarding life for happiness, balancing career and family, and the importance of setting achievable goals. Laura advised aspiring entrepreneurs to pursue their passions and maintain financial security while pursuing their dreams.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are rerunning an episode hosted by former Ellevate Network Executive, Maricella Herrera with Sofia B. Pertuz PhD., DEI professional and executive coach. During the episode, Sofia discusses the importance of caring leadership, how to handle "professional neglect" with remote work, and updating the terminology of DEI. Sofia is also the host of the Hispanic Community Circle which meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Enjoy the show and Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!

Listen as Lindsey Cormack, PhD, is interviewed by host Tammy Williams, about her new book "How to Raise a Citizen and Why It's Up to You to Do It." Cormack, an associate professor of political science at Stevens Institute of Technology, discusses the inadequacy of current civic education in the U.S., which is often delayed and insufficiently integrated into the curriculum. Lindsey emphasizes the importance of parents taking on the role of educating their children about civics, as schools are not meeting this need. Cormack also highlights the need for parents to model civic engagement and to have open, non-judgmental conversations about politics with their children. She stresses the importance of understanding the basics of government and local politics to improve mental health and combat misinformation. An interesting conversation in interesting times!Prefer to watch video? Watch here: https://zencastr.com/z/uJW0Ri6D

Anne Shoemaker, Founder of Anne Shoemaker & Associates, talks about how her professional soccer career influenced her journey to becoming a sought-after empowering career strategist and executive coach.

Jane Stein, financial planner and founder and president of Your Franchise is Waiting, joins us to talk about her career on Wall Street, starting a business post-retirement, tips on buying and starting a franchise, and some free gifts for those who want to learn more including her free eBook "The Girlfriends Guide to Franchising".

Eugenia Oganova, Business & Messaging Energetics Coach, Transcension Mentor and Entrepreneur, joins us to talk about being clairvoyant, her work with coaching to help people recognize their inner powers, finding unconditional self-love, and her book "Wealth by Soul Design".

Elaine Lin Hering, facilitator, speaker, and writer, joins us to talk about leadership and collaboration, feeling not being heard in the workspace, toxic bosses, being from a family of immigrants from Taiwan, and her book "Unlearning Silence: How to Speak Your Mind, Unleash Talent, and Live More Fully".

Sheri Hickok joins host Tammy Williams to discuss the importance of women's leadership in sustainability and renewable energy, her personal journey, and the need for diverse skills and expertise to tackle complex challenges and drive impact in the industry, particularly in the ESG and climate action spaces. Sheri also discussed the UN Climate Change Conference in Dubai known as COP28, which has already taken place since this was a pre-recorded audio. For more information on COP28, visit https://unfccc.int/cop28/5-key-takeaways.

Shelmina Babai Abji, a best selling author and a renowned international public speaker, joins us today to talk about mentoring, working as a single mother, what makes a good leader, getting out of your comfort zone and reframing failure

Joy Corso, Chief Marketing Officer of Vonage, joins us to talk about growing and transforming companies, Women's Employee Resource Groups, finding mentors and allies, learning how to ask for what you need, and the importance of businesses giving back to the community.

Lillian DeBaptise, Mayor of West Chester, the seat of Chester County, Pennsylvania, joins us to talk about being the borough's first black female mayor, being a director at a funeral home, coming from an entrepreneurial family and bringing equality and justice to her community.

Michele Probst, Founder, Creator & CEO of WORTHBEAUTYCOMPANY, joins us to talk about her career path, doing makeup for both female and male celebrities and politicians, and tips for taking care of your skin.

Parul Somani, keynote speaker, mindset expert and cancer and genomics advocate, joins us to talk about surviving breast cancer in her 30's while pregnant, learning how to feel empowered to ask for information from healthcare workers, and her definition of silver linings.

Poonam Bhuchar, Managing Attorney at Bhuchar Law, TEDx Speaker, Motivational Speaker, Life Coach, Author of SAFE from the Pain, joins us to talk about working through trauma, parenting during divorce and somatic therapy.

Bryetta Calloway, Marketing and Brand Senior Executive, Growth Catalyst for Startups, Speaker, Mentor and Author, joins us to talk about her winding career path, being an entrepreneur, her book "Life Lessons: Finding Meaning in the Monumental and the Mundane" and finding community.