A Special Conversation with Senator Dianne Feinstein on Developing Groundbreaking Skills
Q: What advice do you have for young women who want to pursue a career in politics?Senator Feinstein: I really think a woman must do her apprenticeship in this arena. Find out if you have the motivation and the staying power, because it truly is a difficult path. Become active in politics. Become an advocate. Speak out. Earn yourself those credentials. Work as a staffer in Washington or in state or local government. It’s very important that you know whethe..
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An Exclusive One-on-One Interview With Justine DiPrete, Co-Founder & CEO of Sip Wines.
Q: For those in our audience not familiar with Sip Wines can you share your story with us? JD: The idea for Sip Wines started at the beginning of the pandemic. We saw the impact that the pandemic was having on small businesses, and small wineries were being hit especially hard since they do a large portion of their sales through tasting rooms and local restaurants. We wanted to use our backgrounds in technology to help provide a solution for these small wi..
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Want to Advance your Career? Find a Mentor!
By Dr. Frumi Rachel Barr Lux was a top performer. In the 20 years before I met her she was always considered a high potential employee. In her two decades in the IT department of a large financial institution she progressed slowly but steadily through the ranks. If there were a complex problem to resolve –Lux would get it done. And then she got stuck. She couldn’t understand why she was overlooked time and again to achieve a top position. The reason was s..
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The Beautiful Wedding
By Julie Hart Conde My passion is bringing peace, joy and beauty into people’s lives. I especially enjoy doing this for brides and grooms, who often find it overwhelming when planning their wedding. If the multitude of details involved in planning your wedding is starting to get you stressed, below are 8 ways to keep you at peace as you plan one of the most important days in your life. 1. Breathe: When things start to get overwhelming, breathe deep, t..
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She’s an Air Force Veteran, Mental Health Therapist & Founder of the I Am Enough Movement! Meet Best Selling Author, Megan Fenyoe
Q: When you graduated from High School, did you have any idea you would be an Air Force Veteran, a Mental Health Therapist, Best Selling Author and run a Nonprofit Organization? MF: Absolutely not. I knew I wanted to help people, but I have a learning disability and when I was in high school my guidance counselor told me that I should never go to college because I was never going to graduate. Little did I know that at that exact moment I would begin worki..
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Executive Coach, Matchmaker & Author Cassindy Chao, is Thrilled to be Able to Focus Her Energy on Helping People Discover Partners who Help Them Thrive and Live Their Best Lives.
Q: What inspired your transition from investment banking to matchmaking, and how has your background in finance influenced your approach to matchmaking?CC: I always enjoyed meeting new people and learning about them. Finance was a practical skill to have but it was not a career that I truly enjoyed. In college, I had organized a dating event, and I always remembered it being so much more fun. Q: Your book, "Ancient Wisdom, Modern Love," blends traditional ..
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She Helps Parents Live Abundantly, Even When Life Throws Challenges Their Way! An Exclusive Interview with Pia Dögl, Author of Beginning Well
Q: What was the defining moment that made you step into your power as a changemaker, and how did you shift from feeling unworthy to believing, "I can do this”?PD: I discovered that we always have a choice. Losing my mother at a young age left me trapped in grief, feeling unmoored and uncertain about my place in the world. I remember looking into the mirror one day and hearing an inner voice say: You have a choice. You can keep asking, "Why me? Why did I ha..
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Are Live Conversations Making a Comeback?
By Caroline Moriarity Sacks Director of INFORUM In the technology capital of the world, San Franciscans know better than most about the latest messaging or communication apps. In a city turning conversations more virtual by the minute, a phenomenon is also developing: its citizens are wanting more interactions offline, with real people. At INFORUM, The Commonwealth Club’s Innovation Lab, we’re constantly seeing the benefits that come from live interaction..
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Eno’s Passion for Business Analysis Led Her to Establish the Business Analysis School, Where She Helps Professionals Harness Their Skills in the Field to Secure Lucrative Six-Figure Jobs.
Q: Eno, you have made a remarkable impact as an immigrant professional and entrepreneur in Canada. Can you share some of the key challenges that you faced when you first arrived in Calgary and how you overcame them to build your successful career? EE: When I first arrived in Calgary, one of the primary challenges I faced was adapting to a new cultural and professional environment. As an immigrant, navigating a different job market and understanding the nua..
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Meet Julia Munck & Pia Dögl, the Creators of Hypnofly, an Innovative App Created for Mothers Navigating the Demands of Parenting
Q: What inspired you both to create Hypnofly, a bold new parenting app for stressed parents?JM: Pia and I came together with a shared passion for transformation and emotional healing—paired with a desire to disrupt the wellness space for parents. My background is in tech leadership and digital product innovation—I’ve spent two decades building platforms that scale, from mobile games to virtual experiences. But after becoming a mom, I realized how little re..
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Chia-Lin Simmons, CEO of LogicMark, is Leading the Charge in Personal Safety Tech, Blending Innovation with Purpose-Driven Leadership
Q: LogicMark recently conducted a survey around personal safety. What were the most compelling findings from that research?CS: Our recent survey highlighted the challenges women face in feeling secure, offering insights into their personal safety concerns. A striking 67% of women reported feeling unsafe walking alone at night, showing a pervasive sense of vulnerability in public spaces that restricts freedom and confidence. Equally concerning, 25% of women..
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Amber Mikesell is the Founder of Suivera, a Non-Profit All Beliefs Organization Committed to Heart-Centered Transformation with Over 1.3 Million Members in 113 Countries
Q: In your book Silence Your Inner Critic, you compare the battle against self-doubt to the epic battle between a superhero and a supervillain. What inspired this analogy, and what makes it so powerful?AM: The superhero-versus-supervillain analogy came from a very real place in my own healing journey. Like so many people, I spent years listening to the voice in my head that told me I wasn’t good enough, smart enough, or worthy enough. That voice—the Inner ..
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Co-founder Avelina Acosta Turns Conventional Fitness on its Head 3Score Gym is Built to Break Limits
Q: You co-founded 3Score Gym with a mission to redefine what strength looks like for women over 40. What inspired you to create a space specifically for this stage of life, and what gap did you see in the fitness world that 3Score fills?AA: In my discussions with my business partner Gene, we explored many facets of aging. Throughout my career in Public Health, I’ve consistently seen glaring gaps in service for women. There is always a blaring hole when it ..
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Laura Best: Founder of Passion Collective and Author of Born to Buzz: How to Spark Your Passions (Without Quitting It All)
Q: Your new book Born to Buzz is about sparking passion in work and life. How do you personally define “passion,” and why do you believe it’s so central to living a happier and more fulfilled life? LB: Passion isn’t always about fireworks or one grand calling. As I share in my keynotes and coaching, it feels different to every human. One of my favorite audience exercises is helping people find the word that defines what passion feels like for them. (My wor..
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Sonia Begonia: Redefining What a Bay Area Influencer Looks Like
Q: How do you feel the influencer culture in the Bay Area differs from the Beverly Hills scene where you spent your 20s, and what unique “NorCal” values do you bring to your brand?SB: I think my sweet spot lives right in between. Beverly Hills taught me how to dream big, and the Bay Area taught me how to build those dreams sustainably — and that balance is the core of my brand. Q: Can you tell our audience one of your most memorable moments of your career?..
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