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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Charlene Li, Speaker, Author, and Disruptive Leadership Expert
Q: You’ve worked with a wide variety of industries. Do you have a soft spot for one, or is there a field that gives you particular pleasure? CL: I do — health care. It’s something that touches every person, and the stakes are incredibly high. When I work with leaders in health care, there’s a real sense of purpose and often a deep personal connection to the work. What excites me is the opportunity for technology to help deliver better outcomes more equitab..
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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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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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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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Meet Lauren Balukjian, Mentor and Coach, Dedicated to Ivy League Women
Q: Tell us about yourself and the catalyst for starting Ivy League Sisters?LB: As an undergraduate at Dartmouth, I never quite found my place or felt like I fit in. The Ivy League environment can be overwhelmingly intimidating—the wealth, intellectual prowess, and established social circles created a persistent feeling that I didn't measure up.I envisioned graduating into a supportive network of mentors and "big sisters" who would illuminate my path forwar..
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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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Cat Cora Made Television and Culinary History When She Became the First Female Iron Chef on Food Network’s Hit Show Iron Chef America
Cat Cora is a celebrated, world-renowned chef, author, restaurateur, television host, philanthropist, and proud mother of six. Hailing from Jackson, Mississippi, Cat’s passion for food was ignited by her Greek and Southern roots, which inspired her to pursue a groundbreaking culinary career. A graduate of the prestigious Culinary Institute of America, Cat honed her skills in France, training at two three-star Michelin restaurants—an achievement that exempl..
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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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Dr. Tracy Fanara: From The Weather Channel to Mythbusters—Insights, Adventures, and the Science That’s Changing Our World!
Q: When did you know you wanted to become an environmental engineer and research scientist?TF: From the time I was a little girl, I loved animals. After it would rain, I would go to the abandoned train tracks behind my house to catch tadpoles. I was amazed that these creatures could find life in a temporary pool of water, and I was obsessed with watching them grow into frogs. I would have a number of blue cups on my dress-er next to my bed, filled with a c..
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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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An Exclusive Interview with Former NASA Astronaut and First Hispanic Woman in Space, Ellen Ochoa
Q: With nearly 1000 hours in space over four missions, did you ever feel that your presence on board was undervalued because you were a woman or a Latina?EO: Our crews needed to work closely together to accomplish our missions. I spent about a year in training for each of my flights, so the crew got to know each other and our roles well. I felt my crew mates appreciated what I brought to the team, just as I did with them. On my first two flights, I was in ..
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Egypt Sherrod Is On Her “Indigo Road” & “Married To Real Estate” Goes Global
Q: Congratulations on Season 3 of Married to Real Estate. Will any episode encounter any transactional or construction challenges that you and Mike haven’t faced in the past?ES: Thank you so very much! Yes, we are excited that the show has been so well received and growing. It’s mind-blowing that this show started as a social media moment on my husband’s cell phone, and now we are airing in more than thirteen countries. There is never a dull moment in cons..
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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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With Over 25 Years of Fashion Industry Experience, Brett Glickman Seeks Unique and Beautiful Items and Accessories
Q: Tell us about your business and what you offer.BG: She.Her is a local boutique dedicated to supporting women on their pleasure journey. Our shop is located in San Francisco's historical Fillmore District neighborhood and offers a curated selection of exquisite lingerie and pleasure products. Each item is thoughtfully sourced from female-founded and family-owned businesses, ensuring care and authenticity. Our mission is to provide a serene and inclusive ..
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Tania Luna, She Has Built Multiple Companies, Including LifeLabs Learning, a Leadership Development Resource That Serves Thousands of the World’s Most Influential Companies
TANIA LUNA is an entrepreneur, psychology researcher, and author of LEAD TOGETHER: Stop Squirreling Away Power and Build a Better Team. She has founded and grown multiple companies, including Scarlet Spark, a nonprofit that creates human-friendly workplaces for organizations that help animals; LifeLabs Learning, one of the world’s fastest-growing leadership development companies; eLab, an accelerator for edtech entrepreneurs; and Surprise Industries, an or..
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