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ANDREA SOLIZ BE YOUR OWN BOSS
Empowering women to be strong and confident in the Fashion industry
MOST INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR
TABLE OF CONTENTS Woman Entrepreneur Magazine Sept 2021 Issue
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Cover Story Andrea Soliz
How to write the perfect marketing message
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How to build a personal brand fast
Most Influential Female Entrepreneur 2021
editor's notes Who would have thought that 2021 would have come so quickly and we are already finding ourselves in September 2021. Where has the time gone?
As we get ready to enter Q4 of 2021 I just want to take a moment to think of those business owners, entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, mompreneurs that are still struggling through the havoc of Covid-19.
As things get back to “normal” in New Zealand (while I am writing this we are back at level4 lockdown, so not much of "normal" on this side of the world) I can’t stop thinking of other countries that are still in lockdown because of Covid-19.
For those readers that are reading my note today, please take the time right now, to stop, take a breath and share a thought or prayer for those still affected by this pandemic. A big thank you to the entire team for making this issue come true. We couldn’t have done this without you. I hope you enjoy reading this magazine as much as we enjoyed putting everything together for you. This quality of magazine with its content will not be possible without our amazing team, thank you to each and every team member for making this issue possible Xx Erna Basson
COVER STORY
ANDREA SOLIZ Empowering women to be strong and confident in the Fashion industry
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Andrea Soliz EMPOWERING WOMEN TO BE STRONG AND CONFIDENT IN THE FASHION INDUSTRY. WHAT IS YOUR BACKGROUND? My love for fashion started when I was very young, right
I knew that it was time for a change. I have always had an
before starting college. I had an opportunity to live in
entrepreneur mentality and felt it was time to pursue my
France, near Paris, and it was such an eye-opening
true passion, which is fashion. A friend suggested I should
experience for me. From then on, my sense of style started
open a boutique , but I knew I wanted something much
to develop and I fell in love with design and all things
bigger and wanted to be a brand with a purpose, and so
fashion/style.
the idea of GLAMBAE FASHION was born. From then on it was a whirlwind of getting everything together from a
Several years later I became an interior designer, worked for
business plan, to raising capital, and then finally the
a large Spanish company, while simultaneously taking
launch.
private clients on the side. I started my own boutique interior design company which I had for many years, however, it wasn't what I was truly passionate about.
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In Conversation TELL US ABOUT SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS?
WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO START YOUR OWN FASHION EMPIRE?
It has been great to see the brand grow and expand. We
I enjoy expressing my personality or even my mood with
now offer design/manufacturing, so it is rewarding to help
my outfits and being unique with my style. Standing out in
other female entrepreneurs start their own lines and create
the crowd and making a statement with fashion is
designs for them. We also offer to consult as of recently, so it
definitive of my style. I am a major shopper and found the
is always great when we can help others achieve their goals.
idea of going into stores and trying countless outfits on to be tiring and way too time-consuming. I also was having a
Also getting our products into stores has been a great
hard time finding the kind of clothing I liked whenever I
achievement as we originally only planned to be online B2C.
would go shopping, so I decided it was time to create a clothing line that embodied style and confidence. I
FROM YOUR MANY ACHIEVEMENTS, WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST ACHIEVEMENT AND WHY?
wanted to offer high-quality yet affordable pieces that would last and not get tossed out after wearing them a few times. I also saw a niche in the e-commerce fashion industry and it just made sense to start my own brand.
As I think back to the end of 2018 when we launched the brand, we have certainly come a long way, yet still have so much ahead to conquer and achieve. It was an honor to be asked to be featured in a local New York TV channel interview and fashion segment at NYFW (New York Fashion Week) 2019 only a few short months after launching. It was great to see it be aired on TV, definitely a proud moment for a new brand.
WHAT INSPIRES AND MOTIVATES YOU? When I envision where I see myself with my business in 5 years, even 10 years from now the ideas are endless. This is such an inspiration to me because it gives me something to work towards, set goals for myself, and a reason to keep pushing forward. Each day is a new day and a new
YOU ARE A FASHION DESIGNER, WHAT ARE YOUR TOP 5 TIPS THAT YOU CAN SHARE TO HELP WOMEN PULL OFF THE ULTIMATE "BOSS LOOK”? I think beauty and fashion go hand in hand, so I always like to make sure my makeup and hair look good. Good hair goes with any outfit! I am a shoes and bags girl, so having a great pair of shoes paired with a great bag is always my "go-to" for any look. Accessories also help pull the look together, so I do think accessorizing is also key. A nice pair of earrings and some rings can go a long way and give the final touch.
opportunity to grow and be better as a person and an entrepreneur. We also employ young women and help them pursue their careers in fashion. I am very passionate about mentoring young women and inspired by the idea of being able to contribute to their lives in a positive and impactful way. This keeps me going and is another reason I wake up every day. I am so grateful that I am able to do what I am most passionate about and what I love.
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OVERCOMING FAILURE Thankfully there are no real major failures that stand out. We have made some mistakes with certain ad spends or campaigns that were not as profitable as we had hoped for, but once we learned what the issue was, we knew not to spend on things that didn't give us the return we wanted.
HOW DO YOU JUGGLE ALL THE MANY DIFFERENT HATS THAT ARE EXPECTED FROM YOU?
I have many hats to wear and like to be proactively involved in all aspects of my business from the design process, to marketing, creating collections, graphics and my most important and favorite role - being the Creative Director of my brand. I do delegate the ongoing everyday tasks and projects to my team members, but I always make myself available to ensure I can answer any questions and offer guidance when needed. This is especially important when building a long-standing and solid team. Teamwork is the fundamental key aspect of the business, and it is crucial to make sure all members are independent yet feel I am right along beside them to make sure things are running smoothly. PAGE 7 SEPT 2021
AS THE OWNER OF GLAMBAE FASHION, WHAT ARE YOUR TOP 3 TIPS FOR CREATING A WINNING TEAM? It's important to make sure that you set the tone of the company culture from the start. Once people understand the culture, they are better positioned to contribute to the team. I also like to have an open channel of communication so if there is ever any challenge or issue, we can all openly communicate to resolve it. Most important is for all of the team members to feel empowered and that individually they are adding value and contributing as an employee and team member.
HOW DO YOU DIFFERENTIATE YOURSELF FROM YOUR COMPETITORS, WHAT MAKES YOU UNIQUE? I am incredibly proud to have an all woman owned and run company that truly embodies the belief of women supporting women. Our company culture is to create an inspiring, meaningful and positive woking environment for our staff and to empower women to be confident , powerful and sexy in our clothing. This is something we stand by, and makes us unique from others in our industry. We also have expanded our business and have grown from e-commerce to wholesale , private label and manufacturing for other brands.
HOW HAS THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC IMPACT YOU AND WHAT ACTIONS DID YOU TAKE TO PIVOT? Covid-19 made us completely change our direction and re-invent the brand and products we offered at that time, which were mostly party wear styles. We were able to develop and launch a new Lounge Wear Collection towards the end of 2020, which was a totally new product offering for us. It was a challenge to be able to pivot and do something outside of our comfort zone.
Now we sell more of these types of products for every day wear, so it helped expand our line. Additionally, after going into lockdown and having all of our factories shut down, we turned our design studio into a mask making factory.
We also created several campaigns to raise money for local Covid 19 charities where we donated a portion of the sales to these charities. It was an amazing experience to be able to give back during a time of need and uncertainty.
We made hundreds of masks and donated them to hospitals and essential workers.
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In Conversation Continues ... WHAT CAN WE EXPECT FROM YOU IN Q4 2021?
IF YOU COULD DO IT ALL OVER AGAIN, WHAT WILL YOU CHANGE AND WHY?
Q4 tends to be our busiest time of the year as we head into
I try not to look back and think about what I should or
the holiday season.
could have done differently. I think everything is a learning process, and I certainly made some mistakes along the
Our biggest collection of the year is generally our Holiday
way.
Collection and something we look forward to all year long. Our base product when launching the brand was
Thankfully none were that impactful to change the course
cocktail/party wear, so we will always keep that collection.
of the brand. If I had to choose one thing though, it would be to have had a brick-and-mortar store as well. I had the
This year we will be doing our Holiday Collection as always
opportunity in the beginning but I turned it down because
but with some more affordable styles than before.
I was so focused on the e-commerce business and felt it would have been too much to handle. Now I think it would be great to have a store as well.
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There really is no magic to achievement. It's about hard work, choices and persistence.
MICHELLE OBAMA
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HOW TO BUILD A PERSONAL BRAND FAST
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Personal Branding HOW TO BUILD A PERSONAL BRAND FAST When you are an entrepreneur you don’t just have your
I always say you need to take care of your personal
business brand to look after too, but you have your
brand as that is all you have, it will take you years to
personal brand too. A lot of people would ask, what is a
build a personal brand and get the credibility you
brand, what do we mean by that? Well, your brand is
want, but that personal brand can be destroyed in
what people say when you are not in the room. Intense
seconds.
right? So what do you want people to say about you when you are not there?
5 tips on how to build a personal brand:
Now a lot of people would also say that a personal brand
Be authentic - Just be yourself.
is not important when running a company. Think for a
Decide which attributes you would like to
moment, you as a business owner would go out drinking
showcase - how do you want people to perceive
every weekend and get completely drunk (let’s just say
you.
it as it is) and you would post that all over social media, now me as a customer before I would engage with someone in business I would always look them up on social media. Now imagine me arriving on your social media page and I am seeing all of these inappropriate photos of you, do you think I would do business with you? The answer is hell no Your personal brand, what people say about you when
Your values need to be aligned with your vision you have for your personal brand. Get active on social media - social media is the biggest marketing platform in the world. Find your niche - decide what is your message and who is your audience. Remember - how you speak, how you look and how you act is what resembles your personal brand
you are not in the room will have a direct impact on how well your business brand performs.
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FEATURE STORY
ASHLEY KING Taking over the sky
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ASHLEY KING TAKING OVER THE SKY
Please give us a bit of background on yourself: I am a working mom of two daughters. I studied at Carnegie Mellon, Towson University and The Foreign Service Institute. I have spent 20 years in tech, and I am an avid philanthropist. I am now the CEO of the ADAX Group and ADAX Aviation.
#BOSSLADY DETAILS:
What are some of your biggest achievements throughout your journey?
Name & Surname: Ashley King Inspiring other women who struggle with the tricky Strengths: Determination, Kindness, Resilient
work/life balance has always been my passion. I am a firm believer that It is possible to be a great mom and not lose
Country: USA Industry: Aviation
sight of your career goals. What are 3 business principles that are of core value to you?
Website: adaxaviation.com Integrity, excellence, and philanthropy. To whom much is Email address: Ashleyking@theadaxgroup.com
given, much is expected. I have been given this beautiful life, blessed far beyond what I deserve. Giving to those who
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/AdaxAviation
are in need is the strongest of our company’s values. What is the hardest part of being an entrepreneur? Finding the right team. Finding people you trust to make decisions on your behalf and drive your company to
What does success mean to you?
success while aligning with our core values. I’ve been very, very lucky to have found my team. Every employee at
Success is creating a work environment and client
ADAX is vital to our mission. They are the heart and soul of
experience far above expectations. Surpassing the goals
what we do and none of this would be possible without
and objectives we have set for ourselves and giving back to
them.
our community.
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“IT IS IMPORTANT TO ME TO SHOW MY CHILDREN THE VALUE OF HARD WORK AND HOW TO MAINTAIN THE TRICKY WORK/LIFE BALANCE AND HOW TO BREAK BARRIERS GUIDED BY PASSION.”
What was one of the biggest mistakes that you have made throughout your journey and what lesson did you learn from it? Listening to naysayers. We are weighed down by the thoughts and opinions of people who don’t believe in themselves and therefore think our lofty aspirations may be unattainable. I let that hold me back until I realized, anything is possible if you want it bad enough. If you show up, every day. They don’t have to believe in you. YOU have to believe in yourself.
What is your key to success? My why. I never give up because my why is so deeply rooted. My reason is my daughters. It’s easy to work hard, to sacrifice, to dedicate myself because my why is bigger than myself. I work to provide them with opportunities and to lead by example. I can’t expect them to work hard and achieve greatness if I don’t first show them how. Show them that anything is possible if you never give up. You don’t have to be the smartest or come from the wealthiest family - just never give up on your goals. PAGE 16 SEPTEMBER 2021
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FEATURE STORY
VICTORIA RACCA Building an Empire and Bringing Every Woman with Her
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Victoria Racca BUILDING AN EMPIRE AND BRINGING EVERY WOMAN WITH HER #BOSSLADY DETAILS: Name & Surname: Victoria Racca Strengths: I'm a DO-er. I get things done. I am the fastest texter on the planet. I create opportunities for other people and I believe you are not a "boss" until you have put other people in a position to make money. It is my MISSION to create colleagues out of "competitors". Country: USA Industry: Permanent Makeup Training and B2B Coaching Favorite quote: "We don't take no for an answer. If someone tells you no, you're speaking to the wrong person." Website: www.VictoriaGlam.com | www.BrowSister.com Email address: connect@VictoriaGlam.com INSTAGRAM page: @Victoria.Glam
Please give us a bit of background on yourself: I am a licensed esthetician and permanent makeup artist. I got my start doing spray tans door-to-door and make up for Mardi Gras balls and proms. The more I grew and became established as a permanent makeup artist, the more girls would come to me and say they wanted to become a brow artist, too, but that other artists were very tight lipped about things like trainers or even just requirements or where to begin looking up requirements.... Why? That's a SCARCITY mindset. You're so threatened by this girl that you wont even tell her the truth about how to become licensed? I don't understand that. You think...what? Shes going to take your clientele, or prospective clients? Shes never even touched a microblade! That was really mind-blowing to me. So I started helping these girls. I told them where to go,or where to find info, or who to contact. Then, after 4 years and lots of training and hands-on experience (my state's requirement), I opened The Microblading Institute and began training. Listen, this is not your average PMU training. This isn't a microblader factory, get 'em in, get 'em
What are some of your biggest achievements throughout your journey?: Opening my school was just a gateway to the blessings! I've helped 33 women, to date, open their own businesses. I've begun my online training program which Trains the Trainer so we actually have affiliate Training opportunities nationwide. We've love to expand to Canada next! I employ 5 women and give them the same opportunities to take control of their career paths. I am a Platinum AAM (American Academy of Micropigmentation) trainer, the
out. I CARE, because I've been there. You take a class, walk out, and feel like... now what? So I wanted to remedy that issue along with creating a community amongst these artists. I don't want solopreneurs to feel alone in their business. So I created a Microblading Institute fb group for graduates. We post our work, they ask questions, every Friday I do a live FREE continuing ed presentation. It's so important to me that we keep learning, we stay in touch... I want those lines of communication open! I am only as good as my least successful student. Like the shepard who goes back for the one sheep...
only PAAM in my state -- and I am actually now the Trainer Liason for the AAM! I opened another company, Brow Sister. We manufacture products used for the microblading procedure. Our first product is a numbing gel called Pink Gel. It's selling out consistently in the US, Canada, and the UK! That was amazing to me! It feels very Elon, "To The Moon!" HAHA!
How do you stand out in this digital world? Girrrrrl--- Marketing! Genuine and authentic marketing is everything! I show up as myself day after day after day. Unapologetically. Face to the camera. I showed my surgery, my bloody drains, the birth of my kids... I actually
What is your key to success?
used to show my kids on social media. I don't know because last year someone tried to blackmail me with
Community! Easily. Not sure how to meet this goal? Ask
family photos. People are crazy. But even still... I show up
someone who has done it. Need to vent to someone who
and I show my business, my life, my behind the scenes..
will understand? Community. Not sure where to find
the good the bad, and the ugly. I genuinely connect with
something or where to go? ASK YOUR COMMUNITY! There
my audience and we interact all the time. The biggest
was notable for me to sit at when I first started permanent
compliment people can give me is, "I follow your insta and
makeup. There was no one handing out business advice or
I feel like I know you!". FABULOUS! Its nice to meet you
a vendors list... SOLO. So, I built my own table... and we just
bestie! You totally know me! haha!
keep adding to it. "There's some money at my table, grab a seat with me." -Bia. PAGE 19 SEPTEMBER 2021
What is the hardest part of being an entrepreneur? I am the mom of a 2 and 3-year-old. So my time is very strained and sometimes that can leave my husband to handle all of the toddler issues while I'm on a call or in a meeting. I really hate that part. I'm present for A LOT of things, but if I miss even ONE thing, I get mommy guilt! My boys are so little and I just want to be a fulltime mom AND a full-time entrepreneur! haha - I'm still working on that. It's a little dance I do, trying to balance it. What are 3 business principles that are of core value to you? 1. The answer is NEVER no. Never. 2. Treat every client as if they are your VIP. 3 You can sit with me. Always.
What was one of the biggest mistakes that you have made throughout your journey and what lesson did you learn from it? I think one of my biggest mistakes was trying to expand to a team without understanding the systems I needed and having a proper onboarding process in place. It left me and the new hire with unmet expectations and didn't work out. So when I eventually was ready to begin hiring, having that system in place.... yeah that was a world of difference! It allowed me to have a repeatable, smooth, transition as I onboard new artists!
What does success mean to you? Freedom. I decide when I work when I respond, what I charge when we change something... I work from anywhere. I take vacations when I want, where I want... It's not having MONEY that fixes problems. It's living on your own terms with the ones you love. I am lucky enough to not only have that for myself and my family, but to provide the same lifestyle for my employees, and teach students to do it for their families as well. It's a whole new world. We have options and women need to know!
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3 Ways TO WRITE
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Marketing Messaging HOW TO CAPTURE YOUR AUDIENCE We all know that digital advertising is the future of advertising, whether it is an add on Facebook or
2. Use the emotional drivers.
Instagram, you only have a few seconds to make the prospect a new client.
Remember we spoke previously about the need for your message to make people feel a certain way? The
When it comes to marketing, it is all about the message,
following list shows a few examples of feelings you
what are you saying to your potential client and how are
want to trigger. Aim to trigger one or two of them, and
you making them feel?
if your message does not engage any of these feelings then start over again:
Here are 3 tips to write a winning marketing campaign message:
Fear Something better is on its way
1. Apply the “So what?” test.
Guilt Exclusivity
When you have finished writing your message, step away
Anger
from it, put yourself in your customers shoes and ask
Flattery
“Yeah, so what?”. Then go through your copy again and if
Confidence
you think that your customer will still respond with a “so what”, keep on writing until you get the a-haa moment – “Yes, that is exactly what I am looking for, where and when can I get this?”
3. Start with your strongest point. When people are reading your message in your advertisement, they are literally just glancing at it, You only have a few seconds to make a lasting impression. Put your strongest point first so people read it first.
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In Conversation #BOSSLADY DETAILS
My aim is to take assistants out of their bosses’ shadow
Strengths: Administrative tasks, event management, serial
and to own their own light but equally maintain a
manifester, and all-round positive energy!
powerhouse professional dynamic with the people they support.
Country: UK Industry: Administration and Office Support
I have presented at various conferences, delivered in-house training, and coach clients. I have spoken at the Houses of
Favorite quote: “Can’t rain all the time” – Eric Draven – The
Parliament, EA Conference in Prague, Keynote for The PA
Crow, 1994
Show in London, Exec Sec LIVE, and many more.
Website: www.thepaway.co.uk
Recently, I have also launched The CEO to Your Glow
Email: info@thepaway.co.uk
Coaching Academy which focuses on taking control of your life and owning your power!
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF? My career originally started in hospitality where I trained as a Chef. I then found myself in a brand new industry which I continue to be in to this day. I am a highly experienced former Executive Assistant who is a supporter of the
The PA Way is all about leveling up, pushing your comfort zone, and creating abundance for yourself both personally and professionally and I am so proud of everyone in my profession!
administrative profession, celebrating and championing change by encouraging assistants and office support professionals to be heard as one voice.
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
In 2018, I woke up having seen The PA Way in my dream. At the time during my career, there was nothing for me that I
My biggest achievement has been creating The PA Way on
felt leveled me up both personally and professionally, so I
my own after I saw it in my dream in 2018. I saw the
created it! All I had was WI-FI and a dream.
platform concept in my mind but I wasn’t familiar with how to create a start-up, the technology skills required or
Having created and launched the award-winning and global
how to create it, so I spent many hours researching and
assistant lifestyle platform, The PA Way, my mission is to
self-learning on YouTube on top of a full-time role. I used
ensure that assistants and office support professionals are
my time management skills and drive to create change to
valued, rewarded, and celebrated as the amazing talent they
really push my comfort zone!
are! The PA Way does this via our signature “Loyal Royal” online global membership which hosts monthly events,
I then launched the website which is my vision and
professional learning, development, and being a part of “The
mission towards inspiring change for the profession. Since
PA Way Squad” which is our online community.
then, I am very proud of creating the first in-house membership app for the profession too, which is available
Our members are called “Loyal Royals” who currently have
for all members to enjoy. They are the heartbeat of The PA
created friendships all across the world and support each
Way and always will be. They are the reason I do what I do
other- it truly is an amazing place to hang out!
towards building this community which I call “AssistantHood”, which is the greatest achievement of all
Whilst The PA Way has a global reach, we currently have Loyal Royal members in twelve countries and fourteen USA states, which is so exciting to see given we only opened international membership in 2020! I have also created and launched the first bespoke in-house membership app for the profession where assistants and office support professionals can connect globally through our “Squad Chat” real-time feature, access on-demand learning, view resources in their personal vault and so much more!
as it celebrates everyone in the profession.
HOW DOES IT FEEL BEING AN INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR? Absolutely surreal. The journey to get to this point has been the craziest rollercoaster but I kept going because my colleagues in the profession inspire me so much. This means more than I can ever put into words and I am truly blessed and honoured for the recognition.
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MOST INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR 2021 AWARDS
ALEJANDRA SILVA Constantly innovate and never stop growing
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In Conversation TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
#BOSSLADY DETAILS
I am originally from Caracas, Venezuela moved to the US at
Strengths: trustworthiness, Persistence. Discipline and not
the age of 19.
afraid of taking risks. Country: USA
Moving to the US, definitely shaped my character.
Industry: Real Estate
After years 4 years of working 2-3 jobs 7 days a week, I decided that I needed a change, I wanted to do more with
Favorite quote: "I find that the harder I work, the more luck
my life. I wanted a career but I couldn’t afford going college.
I seem to have." - Thomas Jefferson
In 2004, a year of trying to figure out what to do, a friend suggested attending real estate school. So I did.
Website: www.metropolitan-Florida.com Email: asilva@metropolitan-florida.com
Finally, after failing the real estate state exam 5 times, I passed and got a real estate license. I’ve always strived to be the best that I can be at whatever I do, and it was no different with real estate. Like many entrepreneurs, I spent time, energy, and money on things that didn’t work but I always kept moving forward. I started marketing in Venezuela in 2007, and things started to change for me. In 2008 the US real estate market crashed, which opened a lot of possibilities for me with the international market. I opened Metropolitan Real Estate solutions in 2009, right in the middle of one of the largest market crises in US history. About 2 years in with my brokerage an idea that could take my company to the next level was presented, It was scary and a huge financial risk. I told my self well it is meant to be that become homeless, then let it be, I know I would be able to get up again! A few days later I decided to move forward with it. It was about advertising my business in all of Latin America on TV, on channels such as Biography, CNN, ESPN, and history Channel. That’s was one of the best decisions I ever made and Thankfully that took my business to the next level. Today I have a successful career in real estate, a name that I’m proud of and I own a successful real estate brokerage for more than 11 years. Metropolitan Real Estate Solutions is my baby! a real estate brokerage specializing in international clients.
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS The determination of Becoming a real estate professional after failing 5 times. Taking the risk and Marketing on a big scale in Latin America and Globally. Opening and having a successful brokerage for 11+ years. Being recognized as the 20 under 40 most successful real estate agents. Created a brand that is recognized Globally. And the most important one is that I am excited about life and about my business every single day
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS? Just do it, keep moving forward, if you fall 10 times get up 11. There is not such a thing as an overnight success, it takes time, discipline, hard work, action, and doing things when don’t want to or feel like it. Have the audacity to do it, don’t listen to the voice that tells you that you can’t play all the scenarios, worse, probable and best, then take action, And most important be you, be original, it turns out to be one of our best assets.
HOW DOES IT FEEL BEING AN INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR?
We worked with clients from Venezuela, Mexico, Qatar, UAE, Colombia. Argentina. Brazil, Ecuador, Uruguay, Guatemala,
I kinda don’t believe it! I guess When I see it on paper it
Bolivia, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, United States, and
will hit me! It’s strange, As many entrepreneurs, I don’t feel
Saudi Arabia. I continue growing my business but most
like I’m that much special or smarter, I know I’m
importantly, I help others grow and achieve success. Money
committed, persistent and I have the audacity to do
is no longer my motivator, it hasn’t been for long time, when
things. that's all! I truly appreciate the recognition and
I commit to excellence , growth and service; success
being part of this group of amazing and inspiring women
inevitably comes
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In Conversation TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
#BOSSLADY DETAILS
Siobhan Calderbank is a dynamic speaker, an award-
Strengths: Speaker, Author, Leadership & Change
winning published author, recognized learning leader, an
Management Expert, Diversity Equity & Inclusion Practitioner
expert in change management and leadership, a DEI
Country: Canada
(Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) practitioner, and a project
Industry: Retail
management professional. Siobhan has over 20 years of progressive experience in transforming businesses, leading
Favorite quote: “There is no limit to what we, as women,
change, and developing leaders. She is an international
can accomplish.” Michelle Obama
speaker and has engaged audiences from over 70 countries at conferences, events, seminars, and planning sessions to
Website: www.siobhancalderbank.com
motivate individuals to work more collaboratively.
Email: siobhan.calderbank@gmail.com
At LCBO, Siobhan is an experienced Senior Director of Talent Management and focuses on talent development, performance management, learning, change management, and diversity and inclusion. She is also the Founder of
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Butterfly Ladies – a mentoring program committed to helping develop the careers of women and youth, especially visible minorities. In addition, she is a volunteer mentor for
Being part of this year’s Most Influential Female
Avanti Women and TRIEC (Toronto Regional Immigrant
Entrepreneur feature is truly an honor and an opportunity to
Employment Council).
connect with other female entrepreneurs and professionals. There are no limits as to what females can do when they
Siobhan has been praised for her award-winning programs.
work together to achieve success.
She has delivered training to raise awareness of disadvantaged groups while working with Executives to
I believe an influential female entrepreneur is an authentic
develop programs for women, 2SLGBTQ+, BIPOC, persons
leader that can inspire, motivate and empower others to
with disabilities, and allies. She is a member of the Inclusion
take action, continuously learn, and develop themselves
Leadership Council at LCBO, serves as a Founding Member
while helping others to do the same.
of the DEI Board at Board.org, and is a Diversity Champion for the Women’s Executive Network. In addition, Siobhan is a wife, mother of three children, a
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
comic-book superhero nerd, an axe thrower, loves archery, and a candy-holic. She likes watching movies and is learning how to play golf.
Some of my biggest achievements are being a Universal Women's Network 2019 Women of Inspiration Award recipient for Diversity & Inclusiveness and is a UWN National Ambassador for Black Women. Being on the
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cover of Women Entrepreneur magazine, Business View
I would encourage all entrepreneurs and anyone that
Also being recognized as one of The 10 Most Influential
wants to advance in their career, to find a mentor and
Businesswomen to Follow in 2020 by Insights Success, one
coach. Mentors are imperative to propel you to the next
of the Top 100 Black Women to Watch in Canada 2020 by
level. They will provide guidance that will lead you to make
CIBWE, as well as the Top Director of the Year in Talent
better decisions.
Management for 2021 and Empowered Women of the Year
magazine, and Top Industry Professionals magazine was incredible.
in 2021 by IAOTP was an honor. Coaches will also help you develop essential skills to enhance your performance and improve your results. I
However, the greatest achievements of all are being a
have been fortunate to have both in my life and to serve as
mother, wife and mentor.
a mentor and coach to many others. Being open and willing to learn from others so that you can improve your leadership is the key to your success.
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MRS VICTORIA THO THE POETIC COACH, HELPING COMPANIES MAXIMIZE THEIR POTENTIAL ONE SPOKEN WORD AT A TIME.
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In Conversation #BOSSLADY DETAILS Strengths: Harnessing the creative imagination, project
management, self-awareness development Country: USA
When you feel you have reached a plateau, doing this internal work is where you will be able to increase your power to reach the next level every time.
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
Industry: Leadership Coaching Favorite quote: “The Pessimist Sees Difficulty In Every
Bringing awareness to the psychological effects of poetry
Opportunity. The Optimist Sees Opportunity In Every
on the brain through a TEDx talk has been one of my
Difficulty.” – Winston Churchill
greatest achievements.
Website: https://victoryisus.com
I have loved the TEDx community and mission since I was
Email: mrsvictoriatho@victoryisus.com
a psychology student so the opportunity to be a part of that mission was a big moment for me.
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF? “Excuses are the monuments to nothing, they build bridges to nowhere and people who use these tools of incompetence are the Masters of nothing,” or at least that’s
When I decided I wanted to use the spoken word as a technique to train company executive’s there were some people who thought it was a silly idea or didn’t understand its usefulness in the corporate work environment.
what my father always told me.
Some people were wary of trying something that didn’t fit
As founder and CEO of Victory Is Us it is a sentiment echoed
science and experienced the workshops for themselves.
throughout my life and my leadership development company. Like my father, after serving in the Navy as an Aviation Electronics Technician, I also had a passion that led me to a Bachelor’s in Psychology. I have always been fascinated with understanding the inner world, the power of thought, and the most effective ways to harness them to achieve success in anything literally has become an obsession. Becoming a Certified Green and Blackbelt Project
neatly into their definition of training until they heard the
Especially with mental health coming to the forefront of corporate America, opening the minds of leadership to techniques that are both mission-based and heartcentered is more important than ever. So, being able to share these unconventional methods in traditional spaces that merge the eloquence of poetry with conversational leadership is also a huge achievement for me.
Manager gave me, even more, knowledge and tools to develop processes that operate with a success rate of 99.997%, according to DPU (Defects Per Unit) calculations. I wake up every day in love with what I do, and I enjoy
HOW DOES IT FEEL BEING AN INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR?
watching clients’ eyes light up with inspiration and determination.
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It is an honor to be a part of this year’s Most Influential Female Entrepreneurs feature and I am grateful to the women who have influenced me throughout the years. From my mother to my professors to my business mentors
The best advice I would give other entrepreneurs is to
I have been surrounded by powerhouse women. They
invest in mindset development for you and your team.
taught me everything I know about the dedication, sacrifice, and joys of having a positive influence in the lives
How you perceive yourself, others and the world affects
of others, especially as a woman.
every decision you make, what opportunities you are aware of, and what people you attract. It also requires
I am grateful for the recognition and opportunity to share
consistent effort; mindfulness is a practice of continuous
my passion with others.
self-discovery.
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BRIAR PRESTIDGE POISED FOR GLOBAL SUCCESS
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In Conversation TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF? I’m Briar Prestidge, a serial entrepreneur and founder of personal branding and PR agency Prestidge Group, and luxury suit label BRIAR PRESTIDGE – The Label. I’m originally from a small town in New Zealand, but as soon as I graduated, I left, moving on to work in New York, London and Dubai. After seeing a gap in the market, I founded one of the world’s first personal branding agencies, working with innovative CEOs, tech experts, celebrities, and investors, managing their personal brands.
#BOSSLADY DETAILS Country: Dubai, United Arab Emirates, & New York, United
States of America Industry: Serial entrepreneur Favorite quote: Nothing ventured, nothing gained. Website: www.briarprestidge.com
These days, I split my time between living in Dubai and New York where both my businesses have presence, I am very lucky to experience the best of both cities, especially after the pandemic. I really do love to work, but when I’m not you can find me writing my books, at the gym or Pilates, hanging out with friends (or my cats), reading, or learning new things.
HOW DOES IT FEEL BEING AN INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR? Thank you for thinking of me! It feels nice to be considered as a role model, and I try to do what I can to support our youth, budding entrepreneurs, and other businesswomen.
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
I’ve been writing a book for the last few years in the hopes that I can inspire other people to find the confidence to leave what’s familiar to them, and to live a life outside their comfort zones. It feels amazing when you chase after your dreams, take a bet on yourself, and succeed.
Everything you see today, I created from the ground up. It took years of hard work, determination, persistence. I went from believing that I wouldn’t amount to much in my life during a dark time in my life to challenging and changing my mindset through travel, putting in the inner work and learnings, spotting a gap in the market, starting my first
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business (my motto was going hard or go back to New Zealand!) and giving it my all. I have had so much support over the years and I’m very thankful for everyone who continues to believe in me, not to mention my AMAZING TEAMS whom I could not have done all this without. Initially, it was hard work, and I sacrificed many years of “socializing” or perhaps doing things that other young people typically do and enjoy. But I’m very competitive against myself, and I don’t feel like I missed out on anything. Because of the decisions I made and the work that I put in at a young age, I’m very happy to be living this life I created.
Build your personal brand, but not just the brand on social media. Invest in yourself. And set your own values and metrics, because sometimes your goals may be bigger than those around you. Immerse yourself in everything about your industry, and then also sales, marketing, finances etc. The more you know, the better. Put in the hours but also take time for yourself – create healthy habits like eating good food, sleep and regular exercise. Hire incredible people who compliment your skills. But most of all, enjoy the ride. There will be bad days and there will be good days, but that’s what makes life interesting and exciting. PAGE 4 MAY 2021 PAGE 35 SEPT 2021
MOST INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR 2021 AWARDS
LIZETT NISSENSON The tile Maven
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In Conversation TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
#BOSSLADY DETAILS Strengths: To create beautiful design in any and all tile and
My name is Lizett Cheri Nissenson, I’m 41 years old and
stone projects . And to value engineer tile and stone projects
started my own business at 36.
Country: USA I have been in the tile and stone industry for 21 years. I am ceramic tile certified and I have a strong love for tile and
Industry: Tile and Stone
stone.
Favorite quote: "Once you became fearless, life becomes I was born and raised in long beach ca and have lived in
limitless "
South Bay for 5 years now. And this is the place I call home.
Website: www.detailstileandstone.com My company is called Details tile and stone studio.
Email: lizett@detailstileandstone.com This is because we take pride in the Details of a tile and or stone job. We specialize in full house projects, interior, and exterior. We
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
also dabble in some commercial work.
To have established a name in our industry, and a strong reputable tile and stone design business. This is my
HOW DOES IT FEEL BEING AN INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR?
biggest achievement.
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I am humbled and honored to be a part of this feature. This is truly a proud moment for me. Follow your dreams and never under any circumstances I have always hoped to be part of this sort of feature. I know
give up.
my daughter will be proud of her momma. Always believe in yourself, no matter what others may say. Stay focused, and disciplined, but always live your life to the fullest.
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RIYA MEHTA 18 YEAR OLD RIYA MEHTA ON SELF STARTING AND SOLVING THE WORLD’S MOST PRESSING ISSUES
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In Conversation TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
#BOSSLADY DETAILS
My name is Riya, a political and social activist on a mission
Strengths: Communication, Leadership & guiding others,
to spread awareness about women's involvement in political
Determination & perseverance not to give up even when
research and the technology industry. A few years ago, I felt
tasks are tough, Curiosity of wanting to know more about
very alone internally and not sure about where I would end
the world around me and keep learning, Adaptability in
up, the unexpected was my greatest fear and I wanted to
environments that can be tough or require different skill sets
tackle that. At the age of 16.
and self-starting
I became a global health policy researcher at The Hospital
Country: Canada
for Sick Children, where I spent time understanding how to
Industry: Social Innovation & Technology
deploy better medical resources to developing countries through telemedicine and virtual reality technology.
Favorite quote: “The future belongs to those who believe in
the beauty of their dreams” Eleanor Roosevelt Through this, I got introduced to a whole new world of policy regulation and shared my story later that year at
Website: https://www.riyam.me/
multiple different summits such as the world’s largest
Email: riyamehta9001@gmail.com
technology conference, Collision & UN Women sister public health systems.
HOW DOES IT FEEL BEING AN INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR?
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
It’s truly an indescribable feeling. I woke up one day and got
organizations on the importance of government action in
this email and was like, are you sure this is happening to me? My 16 year old self would have never imagined this is
If I’m being honest, my greatest achievements are probably the lessons I learned. But to be a little more specific, one of the goals I feel proud of achieving is my position at one of the foremost pediatric hospitals in the world, The Hospital for Sick Children. Working there gave me a new perspective on the value of life, and how much I want out of it. It was my first step into the real world, and being surrounded by experts and mentors allowed me to better realize my goals, and gain the confidence to work towards them.
where I would end up. It’s quite surreal, because I hope other young girls and boys can read this issue and take something out of it themselves, whether that be inspiration to make new goals or start their own ventures to help more people. There is no better feeling than knowing that people admire your work and see you as a role model, and I feel so blessed to be part of an issue that features that.
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During my time at SickKids, I joined the AI & genomics lab network, sitting in their meetings and better
Take your time analyzing the problem you are focusing on,
understanding creative approaches of using AI algorithms
before rushing into the solution. This goes for problems
for methods such as human genome mapping; or
within your company, the problem your company is
detecting faulty genes in the body before they developed
solving, anything really. The more knowledge you gain on
into other worse diseases. It was an amazing experience
the problem areas, the stronger the solution will be
being part of a new area that I didn’t know much about
because you’re equipped with the right knowledge to
before, I never really took the time to really process how
solve it. A big mistake I see alot of young entrepreneurs
artificial intelligence can intersect with genomic data and
making is their lack of patience and not seeking to
access parts of our bodies or make future predictions in a
understand, as much as to be understood by others.
way humans cannot.
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ARMINEH KESHISHIAN YOU HAVE THREE TIMES MORE IMPACT THAN YOU THINK YOU HAVE PAGE 40 SEPT 2021
In Conversation TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
#BOSSLADY DETAILS
ARMINEH KESHISHIAN is the founder and CEO of Wealth &
Strengths: Wise, Courageous and Intuitive
Wellness Global – A coaching company that encourages
Country: Canada
living abundantly with the Core Values of Empower,
Industry: Wealth and Wellness Coaching
Enlighten and Build. “Together we build a hopeful community,” she says.
Favorite quote: Follow Your Heart
Armineh has created a holistic approach to Wealth and
Website: www.WealthAndWellnessGlobal.com
Wellness to share her wisdom and knowledge on how to
Email: Armineh@WealthAndWellnessGlobal.com
create a fulfilling and abundant life. Armineh is a multifaceted and brilliant entrepreneur whose aim is to bring expanded awareness to the world by encouraging and inspiring everyone to be aligned with their Divine self, based on her four cornerstone philosophy of Physical, Emotional, Mental/Intellectual, and Spiritual elements. Armineh the award-winning Author and #1best seller of Joyous Wealth – 56 Secrets to Riches and Wellness seen
on CBS, NBC, Fox, and many more media is a speaker on international stages from Dubai to North America and has spoken on the same stages as Dr. Phil, Michael Douglas, Mel Gibson, Charlie Sheen, and many more celebrities. Armineh has been featured in magazines such as "The Powerful", "Woman Entrepreneur", and many different podcasts discussing her expertise. She is the recipient of the “Top Female Entrepreneur of the Year” and “Women of Inspiration” awards. She has contributed to Universal Women's Network 100 Women of Inspiration 2021 Book and is a National Ambassador for the Universal Women's Network. Furthermore, Armineh is the President and Artistic Director of Evolution Dance Theatre which has created and produced a number of multidisciplinary dance theatre productions. She says “I strive to create cultural fusion through art. I am inspired by concepts of women’s empowerment, diversity, multiculturalism, and breaking down archetypal traditions. My aim is to bring people and cultures together by focusing on our commonalities vs. our differences.” Her Broadway-style Middle Eastern show Follow Your Heart got the attention of Canada’s Prime
Minister The Right Honourable Justin Trudeau who sent a letter of congratulations. Armineh is a leader who inspires by example and by courage.
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WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS I have achieved success in different areas of my life. Success is built upon previous successes. A few of my favorite and biggest successes are: My book "Joyous Wealth – 56 Secrets to Riches and Wellness" is creative non-fiction for which I was awarded. It is a powerful story of five fictional characters with diverse socioeconomic backgrounds and statuses who get together and share their own life experiences, aspirations, challenges, wisdom, knowledge, and love. The teachings are subtle, with a pragmatic application that encourages you to step into your greatness, creating your desired life. It is a roadmap sharing secrets of wealth creation, emotional well-being, courage, and empowerment embedded throughout the book. Joyous Wealth is a mosaic; each chapter has a specific focus, but they all fit in together perfectly. I have had many awards throughout my life but the one that stands out for me is the “Woman of Inspiration” award which recognizes ‘A woman with a record of significant contribution by way of her dedication to enriching the lives of others. She is an advocate for women and leads by example to make an impact in the lives of others through her work.’ Creating and producing the multi-disciplinary dance theatre production of "Follow Your Heart" a Broadwaystyle Middle Eastern show which took a cast and crew of one hundred people. It was four years in the making and resulted in a beautiful and one-of-a-kind show endorsing “One Heart Beat, One Culture, One Race”. This unique production has gotten the attention of other producers.
Don’t let anything come between you and your desired life! If it is in your heart it means you are capable of making your vision come to manifest.
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KRISTINA MCINNIS HOW KRISTINA CATHERINE MCINNIS LEVERAGED HER INSTAGRAM TO CREATE A MULTI SIX FIGURE DIGITAL AGENCY
PAGE 42 SEPT 2021
In Conversation TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
#BOSSLADY DETAILS Strengths: Leadership Skills, Communication, Confidence,
Kristina Catherine McInnis “KCM” took a creative risk in
Authenticity, Marketing, Social Media
college starting her lifestyle Instagram on a whim, which
Country: USA
grew into a blog "Kristina McInnis" and expanded to a top
Industry: Marketing, Podcast, Social Media
ranked podcast "The Bottled Blonde". Favorite quote: "Only dead fish go with the flow."
She graduated college months before the pandemic. Just like everyone else, KCM's world was turned upside down, but
Website: kristinamcinnis.com
zealously expanded her digital agency and footprint to turn
Email: kristina@kcmconnect.co
her whim into a dream. KCM thought outside the box when she started a full service digital agency, KCMCONNECT with zero clients. She leveraged her network of blogging connections to gain a wide variety of clientele under her roster in 2020 and ended the calendar year with over 100 clients. Expanding her digital agency with a full website team, roster of in-house elite social media managers, and design team, has given them the edge they needed to stand out in the competitive industry. By working with Lori Harder from the Earn Your Happy Podcast, Coach, Pantene, and a plethora of other companies, KCM has left an indelible legacy.
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS KCM considers every like, share, save, view, and comment an achievement for her clients. Her biggest achievement has been cultivating her dreams and watching them turn them into a reality. She is huge on manifestation, mindset, and time blocking to accomplish each goal she sets her mind to with tangible steps. One day she might be interviewing podcast guests like Mary Fitzergald from the Hit Netflix show Selling sunset (coming out September 30th 2021), securing 10,000 influencer deals for her blog, or landing her latest client for KCMCONNECT. KCM never has a single day that is identical, but her main goal is always the same - "to build
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS? Hire an accountant and CPA as soon as possible" Kristina laughs and then adds " But in all honesty I never realized how important it is to cultivate a tribe of people around you that challenge you, support you, and keep you in check. Through the good times and bad you need trustworthy people to rely on who will have your best interest at heart. No one will tell you how lonely it can be to grow a company, but determination and focus will take you to the mountain top.
brands with a purpose and passion". For just turning 25, running an entire team of people, and creating a multi six figure brand, KCM's career is just getting started.
HOW DOES IT FEEL BEING AN INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR? Today just confirms why you should always go with your gut instincts and no matter how scary something feels to "hit the f*ck it button." KCM coined the term "hit the f*ck it button" on her podcast "The Bottled Blonde", after a friend gave her a button off of Amazon. "We live in a time of opportunity, where you can connect with thousands of people at a touch of a button; it's never been a better time to go after that thing you can't stop thinking about," Kristina explains. Before any big decision, KCM hits her button. PAGE 4 MAY 2021 PAGE 43 SEPT 2021
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LAUREN BARRETT SMALL BUSINESS OWNER MAKING BIG BUSINESS MOVES
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In Conversation TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF? Lauren Barrett is the owner of a MarTech (Marketing and Tech company) Ardor, servicing nationwide. She started this company as she approached 23 years-old during one of the country's biggest pandemics: Covid-19. It was during this incredibly challenging time that she was able to have her first clients' business accomplish their most profitable quarter yet. Barrett has been featured/recognized as an Inspirational Phenomenal Woman by I.P.W. Magazine in 2021.
#BOSSLADY DETAILS Strengths: Outgoing, Communication, Listening, Creative Country: USA Industry: MarTech (Marketing and Tech) Favorite quote: "My hero is myself, 10 years in the future." -
Matthew McConaughey Website: www.ardormarketing.com Email: ardormarketingllc@gmail.com
Currently, she resides in Chicago, IL USA with her adorable puppy, Buzz.
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
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My biggest achievements include being able to make six figures within six months of Ardor being in business.
My advice for other entrepreneurs is to think of who your role model is…Now, scratch that out and consider
Furthermore, going from being homeless and broke to
replacing it with this person: Your future-self. Then, write
now living in my dream home in the city of Chicago, all
down everything that you want your future-self to be
while being able to take care of my brother, is an extreme
doing career-wise, within your family, relationships, as well
self-accomplishment.
as toward every goal you have ever dreamed about.
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On another note, when you are feeling tired, drained and as if your business will never make it, stop, take a breather, take a nap or give yourself a break in order to wake up and remind yourself that you are powerful. The truth is: You attract everything that comes your way just by where you
It feels absolutely incredible and is an accomplishment that I would dream of when I was younger. Opportunities like this are what I would sit and think about while envisioning my future self. It truly is an honor!
are at now, how you are starting your days and what your outlook on yourself and the world is. Lastly, networking is the absolute key to success.
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BROOKE ALLISON WANDLING EMBODYING FIERCELY UNSTOPPABLE® FOR ULTIMATE SUCCESS PAGE 46 SEPT 2021
In Conversation TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
#BOSSLADY DETAILS
I’m Brooke Allison, your Certified Multiple Six Figure Mind
Strengths: I have a powerful high energy that can elevate
Shift Coach and Achievement Strategist. I help ambitious
anyone to achieve their deep desires. I am known to shift
entrepreneurs scale to 6 figures and consistent $10-30k+
your energy in a matter of minutes and help you identify the
cash months by creating a business and a mindset that is
exact strategies and steps needed for massive cash and
Fiercely Unstoppable®! Being master certified in 5 different
success. With energy activation and proven strategy, your
fields including NLP, EFT, hypnosis, and more, I work with
success is inevitable.
men and women to rewire their brains and master their
Country: USA
personal psychology so they can release anything holding
Industry: International Business Coach, Speaker, and Master
them back subconsciously.
Certified in NLP, EFT, Hypnosis, TIME Techniques, and Success Coaching.
I have always followed my passions and big dreams despite
Favorite quote: “Everything is unfolding in perfect time!”
the challenges and the obstacles that have been thrown my way. After graduating college I was presented with an
Website: brookeallisoncoaching.com
opportunity that led me to start my first business at the age
Email: brooke@brookeallisoncoaching.com
of 22. It wasn’t long after starting my first business, that this passion became an even deeper mission to empower entrepreneurs to step into their most powerful selves and live out their soul desires with a business and a life they are obsessed with. I wanted to enhance the success and reduce the financial stress that entrepreneurs or want to be entrepreneurs might be facing. I started this business in July of 2017 and quickly became an internationally-known success story along with being a highly sought-after Motivator and Business Mentor to individuals ready for big
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS The greatest thing about being in the field I am in is that the biggest achievements aren’t just my own. My clients become success stories for my brand and the transformation I can help provide but they are also success
leaps in their business.
stories for themselves which is a priceless achievement.
Now that sounds like a fluffy-easy-going journey, however, I
I’ve helped hundreds of entrepreneurs add an additional
mentioned obstacles for a reason. I believe that the obstacles you go through don’t define you, they are lessons learned and growth opportunities for you to create whom you want to be. In 2015 after moving across the country, I found the courage to leave my abusive relationship, rebuilt my confidence from feeling completely worthless, and started this business while on food assistance and barely bringing in enough income to pay my bills. Anything is possible! I went from making $8k in a year to multiple 6
$100k to their yearly income as well as scale to and past $30k+ cash months. In addition, the biggest achievements I’ve been able to receive are: -Going from food stamps to multiple 6 figure years -Traveling the world full time (11 countries in 6 months) while generating 5 figure monthly income
figures in record-breaking time!
-Growing a top-rated podcast Fiercely Unstoppable®,
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unstoppable in the pursuit of what sets their soul on fire
which is all about helping entrepreneurs become fiercely through confidence, clarity, and strategy! -Being featured on top platforms like Yahoo!, Podcast Row, Thrive Global, and many more
Entrepreneurship is not for everyone, it’s an emotional
-Becoming certified as Brooke Allison, MNLP, MEFT, MTT,
roller coaster and it is something you need to put your
MHt, MSC
heart and soul into. There are ups and downs but in all honesty, I wouldn’t trade it for the world. If you know you
This is just the beginning! Brooke Allison Coaching is on its
are meant to do something bigger, if you have a mission in
way to hitting $1mil in revenue and impacting hundreds of
your heart, if you have a vision that is calling you, you MUST
more businesses this year. The milestones are just part of
go after it. There is no amount of time too small to make
the journey and it’s amazing to celebrate and show others
massive things happen and remember there are no
what is possible!
failures, only feedback and invitations to adjust and pivot.
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DR. RAECHELLE KAY HOLISTIC DOCTOR EXCELS IN HER PRACTICE
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In Conversation TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
#BOSSLADY DETAILS
I am a native Texan, I am a partner at Advanced Functional
Strengths: Working with seniors
Wellness Clinic in Bellaire Tx, I work in local hospitals serving patients in the community, I am the owner of Home Experts
Country: USA
Of The Kay Team Realty.
Industry: Healthcare and Real Estate
I proudly run a non profit care facility for low income senior
Favorite quote: My mom didn’t work hard for me not to be
citizen’s with cancer, and or dementia, and most of all I am
great, so to whom much is given much is expected
a very proud mom. My children and husband have been a super support system for me and keep me growing and I’m
Website: https://drraek.vistaprintdigital.com/
so thankful.
Email: raechelletherealtor@gmail.com
HOW DOES IT FEEL BEING AN INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR?
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS My biggest achievements have been to open and operate the nonprofit care home, that was started in my mom’s memory. In addition, to running a successful real estate team with some dynamic women. I truly enjoy what I do
I am beyond honored and humbled for this opportunity to
and work hard to balance it all successfully.
be recognized amongst some dynamic superstars. These women are phenomenal and I am beyond excited to just be one of them.
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS? Remind yourself why you started this journey and keep pushing
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KIRRI PREO STYLISHLY OVERCOMING ADVERSITY AND FINDING YOUR SPARK PAGE 50 SEPT 2021
In Conversation TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
#BOSSLADY DETAILS
Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would be the
Strengths: Highly driven, curious, will not give up, resilient. I
founder of a luxury candle business! I have a lot to thank this
believe in continuous growth and development and
business for, it is my motivation to keep going and to give a
creating unforgettable customer experiences
little bit of French luxury into people's lives. It was August 2018 and I moved to Switzerland to be with my Husband.
Country: Australian, living in Switzerland Industry: Home Fragrance
This was not the plan, the plan was for my husband to come
Favorite quote: Excuses will always be there,
to Australia but the visa process was easier for me to
opportunities won't
relocate to Switzerland. After accepting this new situation I had newfound dreams of getting a job in Financial Services
Website: www.luxurysparkleco.com
in Zurich and continuing my career, expanding my network
Email: info@luxurysparkleco.com
and diversifying my skillset, and bringing this back to Australia one day. Life had different plans and the job that I had in mind was just not meant to be. After months of applying for jobs and getting nowhere I just could not continue, this was really not good for my mindset. We would go to the Champagne region for long weekends (this was always a dream of mine) and the Alsace wine region is on our doorstep. Beautiful wine and luxury candles are two of my obsessions so I thought why not combine the two and create something special and unique! Luxury Sparkle was born.
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS?
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS I have worked for many years with small to medium business owners and helped them to grow their businesses. It is now my turn! What I will say is that we should always celebrate our achievements in this world. Life moves fast and we achieve something and before we know it we have moved on to the next challenge. Time to reflect and recognize our achievements is so important. When you move to a new country you feel like a stupid person, things that were so easy once all of a sudden become hard. You can’t communicate, you become a person from another country and you question everything. I reside in the German-speaking part of Switzerland and
If you love something, give it a go! I always try to think
learning and embracing this language has helped so
about the worst-case scenario, and if that is that
much to ensure I feel more at home here and I can
something doesn’t work out then I have learned loads and
integrate better into society. When starting Luxury Sparkle
life goes on! It is not always easy and you have to be
all of the regulatory requirements and business
prepared for the highs and lows of a start-up which are
registration processes were all in German, pretty quickly
very real. Some days feel really hard and others are
you realize that without the language life will be very hard.
amazing and then of course there are days in between. Be okay with all of this, you have to let this sit with you. I think
Here I was setting up a business in Germany and trying to
it’s also important to know that what you take to market
find business partners in France. At the time I didn’t think
won’t be perfect on the first go. Launch and then refine it
much of it, you do what you need to do to get the business
as time goes by.
off the ground but looking back this is something I am proud of. In the world of anything that is Champagne-
Customer feedback is your friend and it’s a great way to
related you have to be very careful, it is very regulated, and
make things better. It is also a great story to share with
rightly so. I want this business to be scalable and credible
your customers, who matter so much. I think we can also
and I really thought that the Comité Champagne could be
doubt ourselves and lose confidence easily sometimes.
one of our biggest barriers. We positioned our business
Don’t doubt yourself because you haven’t done something
idea with the Comité and we obtained their support, I am
before, embrace this and create the space to do
really proud of this! If you work hard, believe in yourself,
something amazing. Whatever you have created, you have
keep an open mind and accept that life isn’t always a plan
done that and that is so fabulous! No one knows the
you will achieve.
details of what you have created more than you. Be prepared to take risks and be faced with surprises. Enjoy
Starting a business in a new country in different languages
learning something new every day. And when something
and in a new industry is a good enough achievement for
doesn’t quite go to plan don’t focus on that as a negative,
me and I am so excited to see where Luxury Sparkle will
view it as something that can help to improve what you
be in a few years from now!
are doing.
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RIDA E ZAHRAAKBAR FOLLOWING HER PASSION
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In Conversation #BOSSLADY DETAILS Strengths: Ability to Multitask, project management,
Optimistic and leadership. Country: USA Industry: Healthcare Consulting Favorite Quote: Life is too short to learn all the knowledge
that you find attractive; so learn what inspires you, only what inspires you. - Imam Ali (a.s) Email: rida.zahra.re@gmail.com
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF? Growing up I always had a passion for medicine and
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS I have been fortunate enough to have had the opportunity to help over 200 doctors around NY achieve their PCMH recognition by helping practices increase their revenue and improve the quality of care given to the patients. My job is to take over the business side of practice from the physicians and help them to just focus on their patients while my team and I take over the growth of the practice and revenue generation.
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS?
entering college, I knew my initial goal was medical school.
To my future entrepreneurs don't ever expect success and
When I started doing management consulting in my third
nights and hard work, be patient and you will see the fruits
year, that is when I realized I was made for the business side of healthcare and not the physician side. I quickly changed
results overnight. A successful business takes tons of long of your labor.
gears and have had an incredible journey ever since.
Build a team that shares the same vision as you,
I have been doing consulting for the past 5 years and have
people to complete your team. But having a team that
been in healthcare full-time for the past 3 years, where I manage the Consulting/IT side of all the practices.
sometimes it's trial and error until you find the perfect understands your values and shares the passion to grow are the key ingredients for a startup. So take your time and be selective!
Along with my own Consulting Business, I have a big interest in real estate and I have been lucky enough to continue exploring both my passions.
Find a mentor! I have been lucky to have my real estate partner Mohammed as my mentor for the last couple of years. He has not only helped me grow as a leader but has
HOW DOES IT FEEL BEING AN INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR?
also helped in holding me accountable. Remember having
I’m honored to be featured in this year's Most Influential
fear of failure. I have to say Moe has played a big part in my
Female Entrepreneur's feature. This motivates me even
optimistic nature as an entrepreneur!
a good mentor is very important, you need to have a mentor who has been where you currently are and who will push you to achieve great things and knock out your
more and helps me to continue to work harder and achieve positive results for all my clients! This is also a big moment for me as I represent the South Asian Muslim Women Entrepreneurs in Healthcare & IT.
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KELLY ROACH F R O M S C R U B B I N G T O I L E T S T O 8-FIGURE CEO
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In Conversation #BOSSLADY DETAILS Strengths: Entrepreneurship, Business growth strategy,
Sales & marketing, Podcasting, Live video Country: USA
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
Industry: Online business coaching
Not only am I proud of building a female-owned and
Favorite Quote: Be the best you can be at everything you
led 8-figure company but also that we’ve created one
do.
of the largest conglomerates of 7+ figure business
Website: unstoppableentrepreneur.com
owners and have helped at least 50 entrepreneurs
Email: kelly@unstoppableentrepreneur.com
scale to the 7-figure mark in their business inside The
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
Unstoppable Entrepreneur program. One of my biggest joys is seeing the life-changing results our clients have
Everything I learned about business, I learned from working
been able to achieve - from retiring spouses to buying
since I was old enough to have a job, hustling throughout
dream homes, hitting huge revenue milestones, or just
college (I balanced school and work with cheerleading for
living out their life’s purpose.
the NFL), and rising up the ranks in a Fortune 500 company..
Through my other company, The Courageous Brand,
Nothing about my past pointed to the fact that I’d be a
we are paving new pathways for the next generation of
successful entreprene0ur one day. Growing up, my parents
leaders to be successful and helping them cultivate the
didn’t have a ton of money.
entrepreneurial mindset needed to thrive in any setting - whether they decide to pursue the traditional path of
I cleaned my dance studio in exchange for lessons, I was on
college or start their own venture. We are launching our
the free lunch program and my mom was raising 5 kids
Gap Year program for high school graduates and our
while my dad worked for a nonprofit. I started my first entry-
new LEAP curriculum will be taught in middle schools
level job out of college and worked my way up the corporate
starting this fall, which is incredible!
ladder, from entry-level salary to the youngest senior VP in
We moved the company to a 1:1 giving model in 2019
the company in just 8 years. When I realized I wasn’t
and have been able to give back to incredible causes
fulfilling my highest potential and that I had a knack for
through my foundation, The Human Family foundation.
helping others, I decided I wanted to do it on an even bigger
We’ve partnered with Charity: Water and were able to
scale. So, I started my business on the side. I got coaching, I
fully fund a well in Malawi, East Africa to provide clean
learned everything I could about business growth, and
drinking water. We have also worked with
worked before and after work, during my lunch break, and
organizations including St Jude Children’s Research
on weekends until I was able to replace my salary with
Hospital, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, SoGal,
money to invest leftover. That’s when I decided to go full-
and Black Girls Code.
time in helping others simplify their path to financial and
As far as personal achievements, I was able to retire my
lifestyle freedom through entrepreneurship - just like I had
husband and keep my daughter home with us instead
done for myself. Since then, we have grown to multiple 8-
of putting her in daycare, which is something I’m
figures and are working toward the $100 million marks and
extremely proud of. It’s absolutely helped her become
the journey has been incredible so far.
a strong and confident little girl, and I can’t wait to see
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS? Remember that when you feel like giving up, when you’re not seeing progress right away, most of what you are building is developing under the surface. Don’t sacrifice your dreams for instant gratification or get discouraged by everyone else’s seemingly “overnight success story.” Every overnight success was years and years in the making, and the most successful entrepreneurs will tell you that it’s not some big miracle -- it’s the small, disciplined and intentional actions every day that build up over time. Keep going, make decisions from where you want to be and with the end goal in mind and don’t forget to have gratitude for how far you’ve come. Progress over perfection!
all that she accomplishes and whom she becomes.
HOW DOES IT FEEL BEING AN INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR? I am incredibly grateful for this opportunity and hope to see more and more powerful and empowered women succeeding at the highest levels. One of the main reasons I started my other company, The Courageous Brand, with my best friend Amy is because both of us had primarily men mentors in our business careers - which was one of the realizations that fueled our decision to start the company and teach girls to cultivate the courage, confidence and entrepreneurial mindset from day one. PAGE 4 MAY 2021 PAGE 55 SEPT 2021
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PRERNA SINHA DREAMS OF BRINGING SAREE BACK INTO MAINSTREAM FASHION
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In Conversation TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
#BOSSLADY DETAILS
I am the founder of Urbane Essence, an e-commerce
Strengths: Business, HR, Writing, Photography
platform that showcases a line of high-end sarees designed
Country: India
for the modern woman.I graduated in history from one of
Industry: Fashion/Clothing/ E-commerce
the most prestigious colleges in India, Lady Shri Ram College for Women, New Delhi, and went on to attain an
Favorite quote: Dare to Dream, and when you dream
MBA in HR & Marketing. Post that, worked for over a decade
Dream Big!
in HR roles in top MNCs and some of the most agile organizations in the country. In 2019, I founded Urbane
Website: https://www.myurbane.com/
Essence, the one-stop-shop for sarees. Through my brand, I
Email: urbane.essence@gmail.com
also aim to work for the economic empowerment of women weavers in India. I love traveling and have traveled widely across India, South East Asia, and Europe. I am very fond of learning languages, with knowledge of Spanish, German, English, and Hindi. Been a topper in the Spanish language at Delhi University. In
HOW DOES IT FEEL BEING AN INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR?
my leisure, I am either traveling or doing photography or doing both!
It is such an honour to be a part of this year's Most influential Female Entrepreneur Feature. Am so grateful to
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
my parents, my family and the divine for having shown me this path. I hope I can make women fall in love with themselves, help them overcome body shaming and embrace their feminine self, and encourage them to feel
The biggest achievement throughout the journey has been
free in their bodies.
the synergy that the brand has been able to create. Just at the launch, we had people from all across the globe visiting us on the website - different parts of America, Europe, West Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and the major part being that from India. We have received an enormous response from people keen on associating or even working
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS?
for the brand in less than 15 days of the launch. A huge number of people from the saree community are
Once you choose this path, just keep going! Use all the
reaching out to us to collaborate in any way possible. So
faculties and talent you are gifted with, and I believe each
the love and warmth the brand has received is
one of us is a bunch of talent. Your passion and dedication
overwhelming because the brand itself stands for 'loving
will help you carve a place for yourself. Good luck!
yourself'.
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MEAGAN GALLMAN DON’T JUST SURVIVE THE BEAUTY INDUSTRY, THRIVE IN IT.
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In Conversation #BOSSLADY DETAILS Strengths: Master Colorist. Salon Business. Mentoring
young stylists. Setting stylists up for success in the beauty industry. Country: USA Industry: Beauty Favorite quote: “You can’t live your life dwelling on the past
based on the cards you were dealt before. Suck it up, create your own luck, and then proudly present your Royal Flush.” Website: www.themagnoliaparlor.com Email: meg39083@themagnoliaparlor.com
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS Making the cover for Woman Entrepreneur is definitely at the top. That was an opportunity that I NEVER saw coming. It was completely life-changing. Becoming an educator for the brands I love. I am an Artistic Brand Educator with Joico, Educator with Olivia Garden, and on the Education Team for Beauty Launchpad. Being a part of these teams allows me to receive a plethora of education so that I can pay it forward by sharing my knowledge with all the eager stylists out there. It’s something I am very passionate about. Opening The Magnolia Parlor from the ground up as an education-focused salon. Major renovations occurred,
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF? I was living alone and making my own way by age 17. I was always a leader and rarely a follower. I have always said that I was born to prove a point and that my voice would be heard. I know that it seems a little cliché of “I am woman hear me roar,” but I have really lived my life that way. I always knew I would be in the hair industry and as the negative comments and snide remarks were thrown my way, it only increased my drive. So, then it became my mission to not only survive in the beauty industry, but I would thrive. During my journey to thriving, I discovered my love for educating other stylists. So, then I had a new mission. I wanted to teach stylists the new trends, force them to see
branding design, a salon program was created and so much more. In less than 6 months of being open, The Magnolia Parlor received the award of Best Hair Salon for Best of Mississippi Weddings 2021. Opening my dream salon with an amazing team. I am truly blessed to have had them on this journey. They support me, each other, and care for The Magnolia Parlor as if it were their own home. It’s a family vibe for sure and I am very proud of that. Writing is my second love. I never imagined that my first love of hair and the second love of writing could become intertwined, but they did. I have become a guest writer for multiple beauty publications and that has become a way for me to share education!
and knowledge to set them up for success.
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS?
HOW DOES IT FEEL BEING AN INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR?
Research, research, research! Do not rush into it. Take
their value to this industry and provide them with the tools
business courses. Figure out a way to stand out in a crowd. Don’t seek inspiration by looking to what is being done around you.
I am incredibly honored! I never expected to receive such an honor, but I am incredibly thankful and blessed! I feel
Instead, look around you to see what is missing? What isn’t
like I am on top of the world right now.
being done that could be and could have the potential to bring value to others. PAGE 4 MAY 2021 PAGE 59 SEPT 2021
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In Conversation #BOSSLADY DETAILS Strengths: Determined, Ambitious, Creative and Passionate
Dont take no for an answer, It’s OK if your process takes longer to achieve the desired result. As long as you stay
Country: USA
true to your passion, the rest will fall into place as long as you never give up. Everyday I strive to be better, smarter
Industry: Fashion E-commerce
and to keep evolving as a brand and entrepreneur. I believe no matter how far we have come, we are all an
Favorite Quote: “You never lose in business, either you win
ongoing work in progress, and there is always room to
or you learn.”- Melinda Emerso
learn and improve in all aspects of life.
Website: www.glambaefashion.com
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
Email: andrea@glambaefashion.com
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF? Being the founder and sole owner of my global E-commerce Fashion company GLAMBAE Fashion, I have many hats to wear and like to be proactively involved in all aspects of my business from the design process, to marketing, creating collections, graphics and my most important and favorite role - being the Creative Director of my brand. I do delegate the ongoing everyday tasks and projects to my team members , but I always make myself available to ensure I can answer any questions and offer guidance when needed. This is especially important when building a long standing and solid team. Teamwork is the fundamental key aspect of the business, and it is crucial to make sure all members are independent yet feel I am right along beside them to make sure things are running smoothly. I am incredibly proud to have an all woman owned and run company that truly embodies the belief of women supporting women. Our company culture is to create an inspiring, meaningful and positive woking environment for our staff and to empower women to be confident , powerful and sexy in our clothing.
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS? To be an entrepreneur is to have the courage to create something that you are passionate about and believe in, even if you don’t know what the future may bring, or whether your idea will be successful. This to me is real courage. To be able to believe in yourself and your dreams, and make them become reality, come to life and develop into a workable business. Keep pushing forward no matter how hard the struggle may get, never stop believing in yourself, and hold on to the idea that you WILL succeed no matter what.
As I think back to the end of 2018 when we launched the brand, we have certainly come a long way, yet still have so much ahead to conquer and achieve. It was an honor to be asked to be featured in a local New York TV channel interview and fashion segment at NYFW (New York Fashion Week) 2019. It was great to see it be aired on TV, definitely a proud moment for a new brand. An even prouder moment was being able to completely change our direction during Covid 19 and re-invent the brand and products we offered at that time which were mostly party wear styles. After going into lockdown and having all of our factories shut down, we turned our design studio into a mask making factory. We made hundreds of masks and donated them to hospitals and essential workers. Additionally we created several campaigns to raise money for local Covid 19 charities where we donated a portion of the sales to these charities. It was an amazing experience to be able to give back during a time of need and uncertainty.
HOW DOES IT FEEL BEING AN INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR? When deciding to start my company, one of the things I had hoped for was to be able to give back and have a positive impact on the young women community across the world. I am deeply passionate about female entrepreneurship, women in business and empowering women to support eachother in their personal and professional endeavors. Leading a team of strong, talented, young women is extremely important to me and a role I take very seriously. I hope to be able to inspire and encourage women to accomplish all they desire. I am incredibly honored and humbled to be a part of this feature and to be mentioned amongst so many talented women entrepreneurs. PAGE 4 MAY 2021 PAGE 61 SEPT 2021
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SHAREN EDDINGS DETROIT MOM TEACHES HERSELF TO CODE, DEVELOPS STEM E-LEARNING SOFTWARE TO TEACH KIDS
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In Conversation #BOSSLADY DETAILS Strengths: Tenacity, ability to move past fear, and hard
work Country: USA
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS Landing our first major contract that we plan to renegotiate and get back in the game once more. Entrepreneurs never give up; we adjust.
Industry: EdTech Favorite Quote: "A setback is a setup for a comeback - TD
Jakes"
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS?
Website: www.codewithsharen.com Email: contactus@codewithsharen.com
Wow, it's tough out the ladies and gents, but if you're lucky enough to find your passion, it will be well worth all you'll
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF? I started Codewithsharen after realizing that my community and our schools were so far behind in STEM Education. Codewithsharen is a black women-owned company run by our technical founder Sharen Eddings. Sharen is a selftaught coder who, after eight months of teaching herself how to code, landed a job at an automotive software engineering company. After volunteering in her son's school to teach him and his classmates how to code. Sharen realized there was a strong need for a better STEM E-Learning software and that she could develop it. It took her a couple of years after learning
have to go through to achieve your dream or desire. When you're passionate about something, it won't let you quit, and it will not let you rest until it's completed; it will shield you from embarrassment when you fail because you will! It will force you to get back up again and keep going. It's something about a person and their passion that's a great driver and it will help you when things get rough, dark, lonely, and challenging. See, being an entrepreneur is one of the hardest things I have done. It's something that you can quit at any time, but the person who keeps going is a person that will eventually change the world for the better. I plan on being one of those individuals.
more programming languages; she achieved her goal. "When I realized urban students were learning how to play online coding games disguised as coding lessons.
HOW DOES IT FEEL BEING AN INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR?
I knew that I had to do something. My biggest regret was that I wasn't offered this type of education when I was in school. I knew we had something of great value when we landed a major vendor agreement with the Michigan Department of Economics and Labor. But unfortunately, Coronavirus shut down schools, and our contract was on hold. We had to pivot to another target market to stay in business and keep the doors open. We found that parents were frustrated with their kid's
Most Influential Female Entrepreneur, the name itself stands for what I believe. I'm not just in business for the sake of business. I've always wanted to be a person that encourages, influences, motivates, and congratulates women. It's a big honor for me to be one of those women, and it's great when someone recognizes your hard work.
excessive video gaming, so we knew that this was a target market that we could help.
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ANAIDA DETI SO MUCH MORE THAN JUST DENTAL
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In Conversation #BOSSLADY DETAILS Strengths: Strong, Hardworking, Simple Industry: Healthcare
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
Favorite Quote: Everything is possible with hard work and
Being where I am is the biggest accomplishment, even
determination. If you are not scared of your dreams, they are
though I still want to do so much more. I have been a
not big enough!
part of an international book project, The Mind of Female
Country: Canada
Entrepreneurs by Global Woman. I have been a dental Website: www.dentalx.ca
blogger for Huffington Post and Thrive Global. Now I am
Email: info@dentalx.ca
working on an exclusive interview with Forbes Magazine,
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
which I am so excited about.
I was born in Albania, a very small country in Europe.I
- 2016 Patients’ Choice Award Winner by Opencare
immigrated to Italy in 1997, as in Albania there was a civil
-2017 Urban Hero Award for Exemplary Community
war at the time. I was only 16 years old and my parents were
Leadership in Health
very scared and they decided that it would be better for us
-2018 Community Service Award from the Ontario Dental
to move there. The journey was not easy, I was working and
Hygienists’ Association
going to school at the same time. After finishing high school,
-2018 Best Dental Office from the CHCH TV Business
I decided to go to dental school. It was my dream since I
Excellence Awards Silver Medal
was a little girl to be a dentist. Dentistry was something that
-2018 Business Who Gives Back from the CHCH TV
had always fascinated me. This does not mean that I wasn’t
Business Excellence Awards Gold Medal
terrified to go to the dentist! Sure, I was, but I also found it
-2018 Top3 Outstanding Women for Entrepreneurship and
very interesting. I used to say that when I become a dentist, I
Business in the GTA from Waterfront Awards
will help all the people who are scared like me, to look
-2018 The Bizz Award Business Excellence Award by the
forward to their dental appointments. Now I see kids looking
World Confederation of Businesses
forward to their dental appointments, and adults as well.
-2018 North York Mirror’s Readers Choice Award Winner for
In 2002, I met my husband and we decided to immigrate to
the Best Dental Office by Metroland Media
Canada. It was only two young people with big dreams and
-2018 CDHA Superhero Competition Finalist, Top 21 out of
not much else. We had very little information, but when you
818 nominations across Canada
are young you don’t think too much. When we came to
-2018 Veuve Clicquot New Generation Award Finalist, Top5
Canada, things were not as easy as we thought. I didn’t
in Canada
speak English and my school meant nothing here, so I had
-2018 Women of Inspiration Finalist from the Canadian
to start everything from scratch. It was quite difficult to say
Business Chicks
the least, but I was very determined to do something with
-2018 Silver Stevie Winner for Women in Business for
my life and this was my chance. After many years of school
Female Entrepreneur of the Year in Canada – 2nd place
and getting my license, I founded DentalX in 2013. Initially,
-2018 One Planet Awards Gold for Female Entrepreneur
DentalX started with only me, booking appointments in my
-2018 One Planet Awards Gold for Female Professional of
car and seeing patients in the late afternoons or Sundays
the Year
after I worked all day for other dental offices. Then, my next
-2019 Peak of Success Award by the World Confederation
three offices I shared with other dental professionals until I
of Businesses
was able to open my own office in 2016. Now I have an
-2019 North York Mirror’s Reader’s Choice Award Winner
award-winning dental clinic in Toronto and I am in the
for Best Dental Office
process of opening my second location.
-2019 RBC Top 75 Canadian Immigrant Awards Finalist -2019 The Winner Awards for International Business -
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS? I believe that nothing comes easy, if you work hard and put your mind to it, everything is possible. Being successful is subjective to everyone, I love what I do and every morning I cannot wait to start my day. The best part is to do what you love and get recognized for it. Dream big and work hard!
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PHENIX ROSE THE M.A.G.I.C WAY OF DOING BUSINESS
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In Conversation #BOSSLADY DETAILS Strengths: Shamanic facilitation, intuition, vibrational
healing, business coaching Country: USA Industry: Shamanic business coaching Favorite Quote: There is no such thing as a failure who
keeps trying - John Popper Email: Phenix@embodiedenergy.me
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF? I am a shamanic business coach who specializes in helping shamanic, spiritual and healer types thrive in the world of matter. I have studied esoteric and subtle energy arts for the
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS I was published in a best-selling book that was a part of The Empowered Woman Series, I have several articles published in online magazines and have mastered a business blueprint that allows me to earn six figures while working only six months or less during the year doing what I love. The thing I am most passionate about now is the Evolve Earth aspect of my business which gives 10% of all my income to projects to protect and care for the planet
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS?
last decade. I was quite spiritually gifted when I began my business but I
Don't give up! Starting and succeeding at your own
had no idea how to run a business or share my gifts with the
business can be both your greatest blessing and biggest
world. As a result, I began to learn about business
challenge. Living a soul aligned path is possible but it's not
fundamentals and have built a successful spiritual business
always easy. Get support, utilize mentors and keep going.
that I call Embodied Energy.
It's worth it and you deserve it!
It's a reminder to allow spirit to fully come to earth and to be in our bodies so that we may experience life more deeply. I have taught tantra and energy healing around the world
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and look forward to helping anchor in the new earth and be a guide for others as they merge 5d reality with 3d practicality. I love to include magic and quantum shifts in my business model and I currently teach a formula for business success
I am so excited! I feel grateful for the honor and I feel hopeful about being able to share my magic with the world.
that I call The M.A.G.I.C. Way of doing business. I believe frequency work with aligned action is a recipe for success. I love sharing about conscious business principles and will have a focus this year on Evolve Earth which is the earth warrior aspect of my business that gives back to humanitarian and eco-organizations around the world. Evolve Earth is currently partnered with projects working to end child sex trafficking, protect and clean the oceans, as well as planting trees to counter deforestation.
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REBECCA SINATRA BE THE EXCEPTION
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In Conversation TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
#BOSSLADY DETAILS
I was born and raised in a small town in Michigan. My father passed away in a car accident when I was 10 and my mother worked a lot, so at a young age, I learned to be independent. I got my first job at 15 and moved out on my own at 17. During my first year of college, my mother prompted me to get my real estate license. After a very successful first few months, I decided to drop out of school and put 100% of myself into the business. Those first few years were a challenge, I was very successful but felt that my age was holding me back in so many ways. Shortly after I got married and moved to Pittsburgh. I took over a decade away from
Strengths: resilient, disciplined, giving, patient, persistent,
determined Country: USA Industry: Luxury real estate sales associate Favorite quote: “Strength comes from overcoming
adversity, not avoiding it” – Gordon Tredgold Website: https://rebeccasinatra.premiersothebysrealty.com Email: Rebecca.sinatra@premiersir.com
the business to be a mom. Having 3 children within 4 years' time. It was rough with no family, no career, and no friends. Those were great times but also very challenging. I found myself in a very unhealthy and abusive relationship for far
HOW DOES IT FEEL BEING AN INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR?
too long. My kids are my world but inside my soul I was screaming. The relationship got worse over time and too
I feel very fortunate and grateful to be a part of this feature.
much for me to endure. We relocated as a family to Naples,
Mostly because it wasn’t handed to me on a silver platter.
FL August of 2016. I always had dreamed of living here and I
You will never see me with one foot in and one foot out in
had family in Naples.
anything that I do. I’m either in or not in at all.
During that first year, I obtained my FL real estate license
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
and had plans to leave the marriage. One year later I found the courage to leave, during that same month I was diagnosed with stage one carcinoma, just starting my real estate business and going through a divorce within a 30-day time period. I had no money, 3 children to support on my own, and fighting cancer. I look back and wonder how I did it with no help, but I had no choice, I refuse to be a victim. I did everything I could and found ways to market with little money. Making cold calls, knocking on doors, sending handwritten letters, and getting out any chance I could to meet people in a new town. I remember taking the kids to bed and getting back on my computer at night until I couldn’t keep my eyes open. Putting my kids first and making sure I made the time for homework, soccer practice, and school events. I would wake up at 5 am while the kids were sleeping to go work out and be home to get them ready for school. Feeling good about yourself is a key to your professional success in my opinion. In just the past 3.5 years I have gone from having nothing to closing out 2020 with almost 20M in sales and projected to do close to 40M this year. Launching my new business ‘Bulldog Homewatch’ in 2021 to complement my real estate business and to provide additional services for my clients. With an upcoming construction and design business launching in 2022. I’m down-to-earth, honest, and never pretend to be someone
My biggest achievements are not only monetary but finding pieces of myself that were lost for so very long. Showing my children especially my two daughters the power of will and determination. Having the courage to persevere and never giving up the fight. In 2021 was named one of the top 500 in Luxury Real estate in SWFL. Recognized for a record breaking sale; price per square foot in history for Olde Naples New construction, and featured as a rising star for SWFL Real producers Magazine.
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS? My advice for others would be to do what makes you the most uncomfortable. Those times you will feel insecure, overwhelmed, uncertain, nervous, self-conscious and defeated. But those are the moments when change and growth happen. You get the choice to sink or swim. Strength does not come from winning, your struggles develop your strengths. It is the most empowering feeling.
that I am not. I will never forget where I came from but without a doubt will never lose sight of where I’m headed.
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LISA COLLUM MEET THE BOSS MAMMA DOING IT ALL
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In Conversation #BOSSLADY DETAILS Strengths: Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
Country: USA
One of my biggest achievements was to be able to build a
Industry: Education
business from the ground up and turn it into a nationwide company. I had to basically learn everything along the way.
Favorite quote: She believed she could, so she did
Through my trials, errors, and lots of failures, I was able to Website: www.lisacollum.com
build a successful business that is impacting thousands of
Email: lisa@topscorewriting.com
teachers and students across the nation. I started with curriculum books for just 4th and 5th grade and now have
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
curriculum books available for 2nd through 12th grade. I was also able to create a digital product that is available to teachers and parents with on-demand lessons and
I am a mom of 4 (ages 15,13,10 and 5), the author and owner
resources. My greatest achievement is building my
of Top Score Writing, and the owner of Coastal Middle and
business while having 4 kids. That is something I want to
High School. I founded Top Score Writing 10 years ago after
share with every woman out there because it can be done!
teaching in the public school system and decided to write my own curriculum for schools to use to teach students how to write. With no business experience or business degree, I took $100 and started Top Score Writing. It is now a multimillion dollar curriculum company that works with schools across the nation.
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS?
My other business, Coastal Middle and High School, is my local non-profit that is a private school specifically for
Do not give up and you CAN do it all! I have had so many
students that struggle in school. Through building successful
ups and downs and feel like I am finally in a place where
businesses and raising 4 kids along the way, my mission is to
everything is “going up.” But it was a lot to get here. I think
empower women that they can do it all.
women tend to think they can be a mom and a boss…but trust me, you can! I own two businesses and have four kids. I am living proof!
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Another tip is, don’t get discouraged when people close to you don’t see your vision. Some people just don’t get it and don’t think outside of the box…and that’s just the way they are. You’re either made to be a boss or you’re not! So let
I am truly honored to be selected. I honestly don’t see
me put it this way, things don’t happen overnight.
myself as anything special, but if I can give encouragement to other moms out there, it is all worth it. I
They are going to take time and many trials and
want other moms to know that you can do it all.
challenges. Remember that! But I promise it will all be worth it!
You can have kids and work and still have a great life. Is it always easy? No! But I promise it can be done. I am excited to share my story and journey with other women!
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PORTIA SMITH Mogul Mompreneur soars in the Book Publishing Industry.
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In Conversation TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
#BOSSLADY DETAILS
I am Portia Smith. I am a licensed counselor, government
Strengths: businesswoman, loving mother
employee, and entrepreneur.
Country: USA I am a twice young widow and the mother of two beautiful
Industry: Book Publishing
children. My first husband, my son’s father, passed away in 2004 with lung cancer.
Favorite quote: But those who wait on the Lord
Shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings My second husband, my daughter’s father, passed in 2015
like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk
suddenly from having a seizure while asleep and going into
and not faint. Isaiah 40:31
cardiac arrest.
Website: www.imaginemecbp.com Being a young widow and having two children with
Email: p.smith@imaginemecbp.com
disabilities motivates me to continue to push forward. I want to make my children proud. After the traumatic loss of my 2nd spouse, I begin utilizing positive self-affirmations to cope with the pain. I started saying daily affirmations with my children. I noticed the positive change for us and decided to create a children’s book with affirmations. In 2019, I launched Imagine Me Creative Book Publishing and published my first book, “I Know Who I Am,” in 2020.
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS In 2021, I was deemed “The Professional Counselor that’s inspiring African American children everywhere” by The Source Magazine. I have also been featured in Impact Magazine, Black Parent Magazine, Exposure TV Network book challenge winner, and Hip Hop Weekly Magazine. In July of 2021, I was named on the Forbes Next 1000 list in the top 500 as an innovative and rising entrepreneur.
HOW DOES IT FEEL BEING AN INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR?
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS?
It feels great being nominated. I’m very honored for this opportunity. To never give up despite your circumstances, keep going.
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IVY ROSE PENNINGTON CRACKING THE AUTO GLASS INDUSTRY’S GLASS CEILING
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In Conversation #BOSSLADY DETAILS Strengths: Strong strategist, unafraid of failure, unafraid of
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
being different, speaks up for others I co-founded Windshields R Us at the cusp of COVID-19. I Country: USA
believe throughout this journey I have learned to pivot
Industry: Automobile Glass & Technology
without fear of failure while embracing the unknown. I have learned to lien on the power of strong relationships.
Favorite quote: “Those who fly alone have the strongest
As a small business owner, it is crucial to be involved in the
wings”
community, be present and inclusive of all.
Website: www.windshieldsrus.com
I have also learned the value of a growth mindset. I am
Email: ivyrosedeleon78@gmail.com
constantly learning how to be a better leader. This mindset crafted my ability to be a stronger entrepreneur. I have learned to be unapologetically different, unafraid of failure.
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
I put myself through college to learn English and have
Immigrated to the USA at age 17. I came to this country
prepared me to be a stronger female entrepreneur.
broke, didn’t speak any English, had no education, and became homeless while chasing the American dream. These life events made me a stronger Latina woman, a solid strategist, and a focused executor. I grew up around my father towing/fixing cars, and I always wondered; why can’t more females not be a part of the auto industry? It felt like it
earned an MBA and Law Degree all of which have
During COVID-19, I experienced a lot of feelings of uncertainty, but I stuck to my plan and proceeded to execute the required steps to navigate my company during some tough times. Impressively, Windshields R Us grew in a record time.
was off-limits! Therefore, since my arrival to the USA, I have been on a mission to open the door for other females who want to be trailblazers in male-dominated industries. I am proud to be a co-founder of Windshields R Us, an auto glass technology shop. Windshields R Us’ vision is to be known as a trusted auto glass organization within our regional markets. Our mission is the safety of our customers and our goal is to deliver the best quality of service at an affordable price without compromising safety while ensuring the customers’ experience is unlike any other. Building the right team is at the core of our business. Essentially, our glass technicians are an extension of our brand, so growing their capabilities are non-negotiable. Understanding the consumer is key to our success. I spend many hours studying and analyzing consumers’ behavior while designing our services. In a highly competitive market establishing affordable yet profitable prices are crucial to remaining a preferred auto glass shop; therefore, managing cost without compromising safety protocols is part of the equation of success. Lastly, I embrace change in technology and never fear the competition.
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS? Believe in yourself and block the noise! You will encounter barriers and challenges but that’s how you grow and expand your business. Embrace being different and be unafraid to do the unthinkable. Many will tell you that your dream is not solid and that it will not work. Block the chatter and stay focused. Ensure you have a solid strategic plan and stick to your gut. Reassess your CORE commitment to your business often. Ensure you are aligned with your mission and the consumers’ needs. Embrace the negative thoughts and always turn them into positive ones. It is ok to sometimes feel lost and confused; however, always reevaluate your commitment and ensure your Mission is at the CORE of your WHY. An important lesson learned is to remain resilient before any unexpected changes and learn to predict the consumer needs before your competitors figured them out!
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SHILPA KULSHRESTHA Game Changer Career Coach Murdering Mediocrity and Creating Raving Fans Across The Globe
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In Conversation #BOSSLADY DETAILS Name & Surname: Shilpa Kulshrestha Strengths: Game Changer Career Coach Country: Australia Industry: Coaching Favorite quote: Each human being is born to stand tall and
be healthy, wealthy in mind, body, and spirit- Shilpa Kulshrestha Website: www.linkedin.com/in/shilpa-kulshrestha Email: shilpak@scintillate.com.au
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF? Stepping into her workplace each morning, Shilpa felt small, dissatisfied, confused. She knew this was not her destiny. There was more to life than the pay-check and her suboptimal existence. But what? Fearful yet determined, 16 years later, she said goodbye to that life of mediocrity. 2.5 years later, as she moved from
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS The best part has been the case studies that Shilpa has enabled so far, despite the year of covid, despite the job market and economy not doing well. Some glimpses of it are below: - EW transitioned her career to a completely new industry, at 100% more salary in just 4 mon. - RB got rid of his lack of power, fear & insecurities and was scooped up for a new job, at 55% more salary, bought his dream house & started his entrepreneurship journey, creating a parallel income stream, all in a short span of 4 months - RS wanted to jump from corporate to entrepreneurship and was overjoyed to earn an extra $16k in just 2.5 weeks of starting his business and is now living a life of impact. This was in addition to his busy day job. And so much more... Shilpa and her awesome journey have been featured
creation to becoming a creator, here is what she created:
across FOX, CBS, herSuccessBits, hermoneyTalks,
- Enabling professionals across 12 countries to step into
Global Magazines like Womenlines, Brilliant Media,
powerful & euphoric careers - bestselling author of her book “Play It Full” - Indian Achiever’s Award, 2020-21, IWA for outstanding
MumsAndStories, TV show “The Entrepreneur Mindset”, BrutNow and several Radio & Talk Shows- Tracy Tully Talks, Alive 90.5, Darpan Radio, Women’s Wisdom Through Ages, etc.
professional achievement and contribution to Indians across the globe - Women Entrepreneur of the Year, 2020-21, IIWA - 40over40 award-winner, for women taking a leap of faith
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS?
post 40, to create their version 2.0 - Her amazing partner by her side & their daughters as her
1.
biggest cheerleaders
close within 5 years of their opening. No matter what your
- A health that keeps her in her best energy all-day
product or services are, focus on creating such awesome
- A by-product of it all-an income 5 times more than the
results for your clients, that they become your raving fans.
Anyone can open a business but most businesses
earlier paycheck
2.
Leverage people. A sole ranger often ends up feeling
The quality of life lies in the choices we make!
lonely and troubled.
Today Shilpa enables mid-career professionals to follow their
Hold the hand of someone who has already done it, pay
heart and not the herd. She holds their hand to fill the gap
them for their time and leverage their experience to cut
between where they stand and where they would love to be,
short your journey.
thus creating euphoric careers.
3.
What got you here, is not going to get you there.
Shilpa lives and breathes her mission of “Murdering Mediocrity” and is transforming the lives of people by
Take a stock-take of how things have worked out every 3
helping them get rid of their average game and step into
months and make one shift to pave way for a step up.
their excellence zone.
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TRACY LAMOURIE POWER WOMAN PUBLICIST TRACY LAMOURIE
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In Conversation #BOSSLADY DETAILS Strengths: Breaking media barriers, creating superstars and
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
thought leaders, making a difference across borders and across industries
Recognized by media around the world for launching a 20-year campaign with my husband that ultimately
Country: Born in Canada, and I appreciate that but I love to
helped free Jimmy Dennis, an innocent man from death
travel and literally have clients across continents so I really
row in 2017.
consider myself a citizen of the world! I’ve been featured in major media around the world - both Industry: Media
for my justice work and for my reputation for excellence in media messaging and strategies - Rolling Stone Magazine,
Favorite quote: "We didn't get this far to ONLY get this far!
The Hollywood Times, NBC, CBC, Huffington Post,
Keep going!"
newspapers and radio, and TV across Canada…
Website: http://www.lamouriemedia.com
Building my business to global recognition without ever a
Email: lamouriePR@gmail.com
penny in outside funding, without any money in the bank, with no formal university or college education - just passion, skill, strategy, and self-belief got me here!
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-Helping other people accomplish their own dreams
I was born in Ottawa Canada, I grew up in the wonderful
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS?
diversity of Toronto. I’m the Founder and Managing Director of Lamourie Media Inc. a Universal Women's Network 2020 Woman of Inspiration Winner for the Women In Media award and the
Back to my favorite quote - you didn’t get this far to only
author of the upcoming book GET REPPED - Build Your
get this far… Keep going further. Challenge yourself, push
Brand With Effective Public and Media Relations.
yourself outside your comfort zone to see what you can really do - and don’t forget to tell the media about it!
I’m proud to be a 2020 winner of the Women Of Inspiration Award for Media from the Universal Women’s Network. On the personal side, I've been married to Dave Parkinson, my husband and now business partner since we were 25
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years old. We have two children- a 28-year-old daughter Haily and an 18-year-old son Cassidy.
It is always a fantastic feeling to have your hard work noticed, particularly as a publicist whose work is specifically about celebrating the work of others and elevating their voices. Awards shows are always a lot of fun - and it's an honor to be among the other incredible women being awarded!
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SARRAH ROSE Tantra for grown-ass people who want the best sex of their lives.
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In Conversation #BOSSLADY DETAILS Strengths: Cutting edge visionary and leader in relentless
pursuit of creating a world full of healthy, integrated pleasure. Industry: Tantra, Sex, Love, Relationships, Dating
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
Favorite quote: “Pleasure is my true north". - Sarrah Rose
I’ve spent 19+ years and over $100,000 learning everything I
Country: USA
can about Tantra, Yoga, and sexuality. Training with top Website: www.tantricactivation.com
experts, I studied hundreds of ancient texts and modern
Email: sarrah@tantricactivation.com
techniques.
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF? Hi, I’m Sarrah Rose, And I help high-achieving women and men get turned on and lit up from within. I’m a Certified Tantric Sex, Love, and Relationship Coach. I have over 19 years of experience with yoga, tantra, breathwork, and other holistic and spiritual practices. I’ve traveled the world to be trained by top experts and studied over a hundred modern and ancient texts to bring my clients the best approach to the sacred rituals of tantra. But life hasn’t always been this way… I used to be timid, insecure, and sexually repressed. Growing up in a strict religious community, sex was a taboo topic. It took me years to free myself from this conditioning. I stayed in an unhealthy relationship for over a decade because I had been brainwashed into thinking that divorce
In India, I was initiated into Kundalini Yoga, White Tantra, and Kriya Tantra. I then went on to get certified as a Sex, Love, and Relationship Coach through the Tantric Institute of Integrated Sexuality. Plus, the top psychotherapist and couples counselor Esther Perel was one of my mentors. For the past 9 years, I’ve helped thousands of men and women turn their sexual shame and guilt into multiorgasmic bliss. (Without all the weird spiritual stuff that comes with most Tantra schools.) Through my podcast, emails, free online immersions, coaching programs, and collaborations with other teachers and experts, I reach millions of people worldwide, facilitating profound life transformations. I’ve been featured in Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Self, Men’s Health, the New York Post, and much more. That's all great but what matters is that I get results for my clients. There’s no bigger accomplishment than that.
was not an option and staying married was more important than my health and happiness. I felt so ashamed about being in a toxic relationship that I
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS?
didn’t dare to speak to anyone about it. I pretended that everything was ok. The life of an entrepreneur can be very lonely and many
I’ve chosen to use the hardship to make me even stronger,
times in the early years it may seem that your business is
wiser, and more compassionate. What I’ve been through
your only relationship. Make sure to fill your life with others
allows me to lead people along their own complicated
that understand the entrepreneurial journey.
journeys of sexual healing and empowerment. Have friends that you can talk to about the struggles that
Guiding people to align their sexuality to power, creation,
come up, have mentors that have been there, get out of
and bliss is my life’s passion. Now I’m here to share all of this
your house and clear your head, work out so that you can
knowledge with you.
think clearly, get enough sleep and eat healthy foods that keep your mind sharp.
Empowering people to break through to their highest levels of ecstatic pleasure is my ultimate joy in life.
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CLARA PHATARAPRASIT
Global Game changer - only for the brave.
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In Conversation TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
#BOSSLADY DETAILS
Clara Phataraprasit is the CEO at Fly Private Group, a Public Relations and Advertising Agency based in Europe and South-East Asia. I like to turn my phone off, be around good energy, connect with good people and grow.
Strengths: Positive, Street Smart, Wisdom Country: Bangkok, Thailand Industry: Aviation and Yachting
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS?
Favorite quote: Start each day with a positive thought and
a grateful heart Website: www.flyprivategroup.com
The advice we can give entrepreneurs is to learn about a
Email: flyprivategroup@gmail.com
Psychology term, fixed mindset vs. growth mindset. A fixed mindset is defined as a belief that intelligence is fixed. A growth mindset is defined as a belief that intelligence and talents can be developed over time. As a result, a growth mentality has a plethora of benefits. It includes how people respond to difficult circumstances, how they want to learn and how they seek solutions. Additionally, it will aid in their faith and resilience development. It is a fascinating and efficient framework for helping individuals in evolution.
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WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS Fly Private Group Showcases a New Era of Aviation and Yachting Architecture & Interior Design by Talented Artists and Designers, as well as gives full support to 100% Environmentally Friendly, Sustainable and Zero-Emission Production for The Environmental Impact. The company dedicates the Platform as a Love Letter to Talented Designers. It includes work from Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, and Australia. We are grateful for the opportunity to be influenced and inspired by the work of Artists/Designers. There are vast numbers of undiscovered Artists/Designers around the world, who deserve further recognition, and we
We are honored to accept such an important award, The
get to highlight the work for them. The major advantages
Most Influential Female Entrepreneur Award 2021. We are
of going green are economical benefits, environmental
grateful for the recognition we have received for our work.
benefits, and health benefits.
We are sure that every other nominee for this award was as
Going green is an important step for the protection of the
capable, if not more, of winning this award. We have faced
planet. The strategy is game-changing, upending
several challenges on our way here, yet each one of them
conventional wisdom, challenging traditional methods,
has only strengthened us to make the people we are
and reshaping luxury and transportation on a global scale.
today:
We are proud to be a small business that is a part of a larger movement to change the world.
Winning this award would not have been possible without the inspiration we have received from our supporters, for
The company's goal for the next decade is to expand its
whom we have the deepest respect, from whom we have
efforts on becoming all-electric and emission-free by
derived the strength to challenge ourselves and perform
encouraging Artists/Designers to think creatively and
better at each stage.
develop cost-effective, renewable energy solutions to tackle climate change. We aim to persuade consumers to
We sincerely thank each one of our family and friends for
advocate for better economies and sustainable societies.
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RHIANNON REES Global Game changer - only for the brave.
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In Conversation TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
#BOSSLADY DETAILS
Hi, I’m Rhiannon and I specialize in people. Kindness is my philosophy. Energy, Spirituality, Quantum physics, sub-conscious mind practices, human behavior, and observation against a thorough business plan – this is my ideology. Although I have been described as a Human Behaviour Expert, Executive and Elite Performance Coach, self-development expert, and Entrepreneur, I actually like to think of myself as a detective. My passion is understanding what makes YOU tick. Even when you don’t fully understand this yourself. Do you have the courage to change once you know how and why you tick? Are you unhappy with your wealth? your life? your relationships? Your work? Have you ever asked yourself how
Strengths: Problem-solving, quantum success mindset
specialist, wealth creation, global visionary, digital assets, and cryptocurrency. Country: Australia Industry: Coaching/ Enterprise and education Favorite quote: “To know that even one life has breathed
easier because you have lived.” Ralph Waldo Emerson Website: www.conscoiuscoaching.coach Email: rhiannon@consciouscoaching.coach
you have created these situations? Do you realize that you are choosing a life that mirrors your self-limiting beliefs? Your self-worth? The beliefs that you have? We are all far more powerful than we can ever imagine and yet, we are not always aware of the limited life we lead because of our self-limiting beliefs. My coaching is based on 30 years of study and practice in human behavior. I have pioneered a coaching approach that is cutting edge and not based on linear thinking, It is based on the principles and practices of the Subconscious mind and quantum physics. When you play in an unlimited arena, your life and your results will also be unlimited. Where do you want to play?
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS Being awarded #1 Global Business and Performance coach and # 1 Global Visionary as well as being on the Global Gurus list for 7 years certainly are great honors. I like to think of my achievements residing in the heartcentered, soul-purpose areas of life. Like bringing a multi-million dollar agribusiness from 6 million in the hole to 15 mill gross sales in 3 years. Where the farmer had lost hope and couldn’t see a way forward to actually being financially free and able to take his family on their first holidays in several years.
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS?
Being able to provide for 320 kids in Gabon with all of their
Go for it. Tomorrow is too late. Dream big. Life is for living.
zero income build a grassroots, home-based business that
If it were Impossible to fail, then how would you run your business. Get a great business coach and 5 x your results in way less time, while discovering greatness you never knew you had.
school books and school materials. Helping a single mum with 3 kids on the spectrum and includes her children and creates great weekly income. Watching my son grow into a great and extraordinary, kind young man. Helping the poorest of the poor access wealth through their phone by using cryptocurrency as the utility. These are achievements that truly make my heart sing.
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ELLA GREENWOOD Making a Difference in Mental Health
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In Conversation #BOSSLADY DETAILS
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
Strengths: Creativity, Passion, Determination Country: UK Industry: Entertainment Favorite quote: Life will only change when you become more
committed to your dreams than you are to your comfort zone. Website: www.brokenflamesproductions.com Email: ella@brokenflamesproductions.com
Getting listed on this year's Forbes 30 Under 30 was an incredible feeling, it meant so much to me and felt like the first time I was seen as an entrepreneur as well as a filmmaker. Getting a five-star review for my first film 'Faulty Roots' was also so wonderful, I had some great feedback about the film, and as I used such personal experiences to tell the story, it was lovely seeing that other people could relate to or at least understand what I had gone through. Becoming an ambassador for stem4, an incredible
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teenage mental health charity is something that I'm so proud of. The work they do is vital and I love that they focus on early intervention.
I'm a filmmaker, mental health advocate, and the CEO of Broken Flames Productions which is focusing on a slate of mental health-based projects. I'm a Forbes 30 Under 30 Honoree and I'm also a Director of the Lucas A. Ferrara Film Fund, made in partnership with Broken Flames. I'm an ambassador for teen mental health charity stem4 and was awarded Positive Female Role Model of the year at the Darkus Magazine Awards. Aged 18, I founded Broken Flames, and wrote, directed & produced our first film 'Faulty Roots' which was called 'A rather powerful little story' by UK Film Review. Faulty Roots was selected for BAFTA Qualifying festivals including Carmarthen Bay at which I won the Rising Star Award. Faulty Roots is now being developed into a feature film made in partnership with social impact agency TerraMedia. Our animation 'Dreary Days' screened at festivals across the
Another recent thing is the launch of the Lucas A. Ferrara Film Fund by my company Broken Flames. We really want to encourage writers who have no experience in the industry or previous credits to submit. To be able to help someone else get into the industry and have their work realized is very exciting.
ANY ADVICE FOR WOMEN WANTING TO START A BUSINESS? Be able to adapt - Things can always go wrong, with changes and setbacks being constant so it's important to be able to adapt to these quickly, and I often find that they work out for the better anyway. Treat people well - this sounds like it should be a given but particularly in the entertainment industry, a lot of people
globe including Monstra and Adelaide Film Festival.
have experiences of being treated badly. All work
Upcoming projects include 'Self-Charm' starring BAFTA
comfortable and are treated with respect and kindness.
Winner Bukky Bakery, 'Smudged Smile' with 'Get Even' star Mia Mckenna-Bruce, 'Why Wouldn't I Be?' with 'Doolittle' star Harry Collett and made in partnership with HUMEN, 'Better Get Better' with 'Fate: The Winx Saga' star Elisha Applebaum and 'Fifty-Four Days' made in partnership with SoulCap. I've been featured by Grazia, Huffington Post, Deadline, Variety, GB News, Women on Topp, and more.
environments should be places where people are
Always look for new routes and ideas - I want to make a difference with my work and with how we do things, so that may mean going down the harder and longer route sometimes, but it also means looking for new and hopefully better ways to do things. Have confidence in yourself - if you're an entrepreneur you're going to face so much rejection and will have to make lots of important decisions.
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SARAH LINES Leading visionary women into superconscious creation to manifest the life and business of their dreams PAGE 88 SEPT 2021
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I was a chronic drug addict. I’d lost everything. There was no
Strengths: Optimist, Tenacious, Driven, Heart-Centred
light at the end of the tunnel. I changed my life in a
Country: Australia
powerful way. I live my soul mission every single day.
Industry: Coaching, Spiritual
I get to serve soul-driven, spiritual entrepreneurs on a
Favorite quote: “Until you make the unconscious conscious,
mission to delete old paradigms to more deeply connect
it will direct your life and you will call it fate.”
with their inner being and activate their purpose.
Website: www.goddessalchemyacademy.co I’m an intuitive channel, soul-life-biz alchemist and I lead
Email: sarah@goddessalchemyacademy.co
visionary women into superconscious creation to manifest the life and business of their dreams, catapulting them into a new energy of power, magic, abundance, and purposedriven lives. I have lifetimes of experience helping humanity, I’ve helped
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hundreds of clients awaken, ascend & powerfully create new realities in this life. Creator of the Goddess Alchemy Academy, I’ve authored multiple books including international bestsellers.
Having my children’s book Gypsy’s Angels published by Austin Macauley.
I live with my family & cats on the South Australian coast. I’m a total crazy cat lady!
HOW DOES IT FEEL BEING AN INFLUENTIAL FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR? Ummm.. it’s still sinking in lol
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No matter who you are or where you’ve come from abundance, wealth & success is available to you Goddess.
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