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Welcome to the #WisdomOfWomen Show, dedicated to amplifying the wisdom of women in business. A new model of leadership is emerging, and we are here to elevate the voices of women leading the way. We feature trailblazing women founders, investors, and growth experts illuminating the path of growth and prosperity for women-led enterprises. Join your host, Coco Sellman, 5x founder, impact investor, advisor to 500+ entrepreneurs, and creator of the Force for Good Business System(TM) -- the only comprehensive entrepreneureal operating system desiged for women leaders.

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September 29, 202646 min

Shauna Lahiri: The Customer Is the Strategy

What does it really take to build a brand people care about? On this episode of the #WisdomOfWomen Show, I sit down with Shauna Lahiri, President and Partner of No Makeup Makeup and a beauty industry leader with nearly 30 years of experience building and scaling brands. Shauna shares hard-earned lessons about taking risks, leading with empathy, earning trust, knowing when to walk away, and why great brands begin by understanding the customer—not by talking about themselves. We also unpack how No Makeup Makeup grew into an eight-figure business in under two years by staying relentlessly focused on making the customer’s life better. A conversation for every founder building a brand, leading a team, or trying to create something people genuinely value. Our Guest this Week: Shauna Lahiri is a transformative beauty brand builder with more than twenty years of experience turning bold ideas into billion-dollar-caliber brands, having driven Guthy-Renker's international division to $450 million in under six years while stewarding icons like Proactiv®, WEN®, and Meaningful Beauty®. Today she is President and Partner of No Makeup Makeup®, where alongside beauty pioneer Victoria Jackson and longtime partner Kim Wileman she has scaled a groundbreaking, multi-award-winning brand from inception to market leadership in under two years — and earned the distinction of the first fragrance ever named to Oprah's Favorite Things. As founder of Ignition Beauty, she has advised everyone from scrappy startups to the best-known personal care brands in the world on brand strategy, launch, and exponential growth across DTC, e-commerce, and direct-selling channels. What makes Shauna a must-listen for visionary founders is not just her mastery of omni-channel scale, but her conviction that trust-based, exceptional cultures are the true engine of innovation and lasting market leadership. Chapters: 00:13 - Introduction 05:29 - Taking the Leap — Three Moments That Shaped Shauna 08:48 - Becoming a Caregiver: Both Parents Fell Ill 20:43 - The No-Makeup Journey: Reclaiming Self 26:02 - Analyzing Rapid Growth: What Drove the Brand’s Success 30:24 - Strategies and Tactics: Turning Customer Insight into Action 31:08 - Retail Isn't the Holy Grail — The Case for Direct-to-Consumer 39:47 - Fast-Fire Round: Favorites, Website & Fragrance Takeaways: 1. Start with the customer, not the product. Shauna’s strongest business lesson is that even a great product, celebrity founder, or impressive campaign cannot replace solving something the customer genuinely cares about. 2. Trust is something you demonstrate. Policies and values statements mean very little if people experience something different when life gets difficult. Shauna now looks for integrity through behavior. 3. Empathy does not lower the standard for excellence. Giving someone space to deal with a difficult moment can actually allow them to continue doing excellent work. Shauna sees humanity and performance as connected, not competing priorities. 4. You sometimes have to leave what looks successful from the outside. Shauna walked away from a prestigious senior role because the culture no longer aligned with her values, even though the decision initially felt frightening rather than liberating. 5. Growth comes from removing friction. No Makeup Makeup has focused on making beauty easier for its customer—from shade matching to application to understanding exactly how the product fits into her real life. Guest Offers & Contact Information: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaunalahiri/ www.nomakeupmakeup.com https://www.instagram.com/shalahiri/ https://www.instagram.com/originalnomakeupmakeup/ Follow the #WisdomOfWomen show for more inspiring stories and insights from trailblazing women founders, investors, and experts in growth and prosperity. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AForceforGoodBiz Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3yVTY6prvdTf2CDwI90zxY?si=cfc7bb3591914276 Amazon Prime: https://a.co/d/07yJR76E Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wisdomofwomen/id1728992296 RSS Feed: https://feeds.captivate.fm/womengetfunded/ Coco Sellman, the host of #WisdomOfWomen, believes business is a force for good , especially with visionary women at the helm. With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience, she has launched five companies and guided over 500 startups. As Founder & CEO of A Force for Good, Coco supports purpose-driven women founders in unlocking exponential growth and prosperity. Her recent venture, Allumé Home Care, reached eight-figure revenues and seven-figure profits in just four years before a successful exit in 2024. A venture investor and board director, Coco’s upcoming book, *A Force for Good*, reveals a roadmap for women to lead high-impact, high-growth companies. Learn more about A Force for Good: Website: https://aforceforgood.biz/ Are Your GROWING or PLATEAUING? https://aforceforgood.biz/quiz/ FFG Tool of the Week: https://aforceforgood.biz/weekly-tool/ The Book: https://aforceforgood.biz/book/

September 15, 202641 min

Deborah Read: Your Next Chapter Might Be Your Best One

What happens when one chapter ends and life asks you to begin again? On this episode of the #WisdomOfWomen Show, I sit down with Emmy Award-winning producer and director Deborah Read, whose career has included *The Bachelor*, *The Golden Bachelor*, the Oscars, Emmys, and Grammys. Deborah shares what more than two decades of storytelling and leadership have taught her about reinvention, building strong teams, staying open to opportunity, and creating stories people can actually see themselves in. She also opens up about becoming a first-time mother at 53, leaving a role she had held for nearly 12 years, and stepping boldly into her next chapter. A conversation about creativity, courage, second acts, and why you are never too far along to begin again. Chapters: 00:07 - A New Model of Leadership — Amplifying Women Leading the Way 03:56 - Three Moments That Shaped Her Life 12:31 - The 'Over 50 Shades of Great' Podcast — Purpose, Guests, and Pivot Stories 20:30 - Leading Through COVID: Restoring Production and Team Cohesion 30:51 - Casting and Authenticity in Reality Television 36:34 - Fast-Fire Round — Five Questions, Five Words Takeaways: 1. Reinvention does not have an expiration date. Deborah’s story is a reminder that one chapter ending can make space for another. She left a long-running role, became a first-time mother at 53, and stepped into a new creative season at the same time. 2. The best stories make people see themselves in them. Whether you are creating television or building a business, Deborah believes the audience has to connect with the core human need underneath the story. That is what makes people care. 3. Preparation gives you the freedom to pivot. Deborah’s years in live television taught her to prepare deeply so that when something unexpected happens, the team can respond instead of panic. 4. People do their best work when they feel like they matter. One of Deborah’s strongest leadership lessons is making the team feel part of the story, not simply another person completing a task. Feeling valued creates stronger connection and buy-in. 5. Stay open to what you did not plan for. Deborah’s career has been shaped by pivots, unexpected opportunities, and saying yes. Her advice is simple: judgment can close a door too early, so stay open long enough to see what might happen. Guest Offers and Contact Information: Instagram @over50shadesofgreat YouTube @over50shadesofgreat Facebook @ausieblond Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahread/ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/13vY8t31YdKyCjVoXWXses?si=70470cdbf55440f1 Follow the #WisdomOfWomen show for more inspiring stories and insights from trailblazing women founders, investors, and experts in growth and prosperity. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AForceforGoodBiz Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3yVTY6prvdTf2CDwI90zxY?si=cfc7bb3591914276 Amazon Prime: https://a.co/d/07yJR76E Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wisdomofwomen/id1728992296 RSS Feed: https://feeds.captivate.fm/womengetfunded/ Coco Sellman, the host of #WisdomOfWomen, believes business is a force for good, especially with visionary women at the helm. With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience, she has launched five companies and guided over 500 startups. As Founder & CEO of A Force for Good, Coco supports purpose-driven women founders in unlocking exponential growth and prosperity. Her recent venture, Allumé Home Care, reached eight-figure revenues and seven-figure profits in just four years before a successful exit in 2024. A venture investor and board director, Coco’s book, *A Force for Good*, reveals a roadmap for women to lead high-impact, high-growth companies. Learn more about A Force for Good: Website: https://aforceforgood.biz/ Are Your GROWING or PLATEAUING? https://aforceforgood.biz/quiz/ FFG Tool of the Week: https://aforceforgood.biz/weekly-tool/ The Book: https://aforceforgood.biz/book/

September 1, 202638 min

Kelly Cooper: What Happens When Good People Stay Silent?

This episode focuses on the transformative power of social intelligence in the workplace, highlighting how it can serve as a competitive advantage for organizations. Our guest, Kelly Cooper, founder and president of the Center for Social Intelligence, brings over 30 years of experience in fostering workplace cultures that prioritize respect, integrity, and accountability. Throughout our conversation, we delve into her insights on the importance of diverse leadership styles and how embracing social intelligence can combat toxic workplace dynamics. Kelly also shares personal anecdotes that illustrate the impact of resilience and courage in the face of adversity, emphasizing the need for individuals to harness their unique strengths to effect change. As we explore these themes, we aim to inspire listeners to cultivate environments where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. Our guest this week: In this week’s episode of #WisdomofWomen we have an 🌟 EmBOLDened Warrior of the Workplace🌟 in our midst. Kelly Cooper is the Founder and President of the Centre for Social Intelligence , where she helps senior leaders, HR professionals, and changemakers transform workplace culture into a measurable competitive advantage rooted in respect, integrity, and accountability. Across more than thirty years in the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors — with a deep focus on STEM and natural resources — Kelly has embedded sustainability and inclusive leadership into organizations on four continents, having lived and worked throughout Asia, Africa, Latin America, and Europe. Kelly is the author of Lead the Change: The Competitive Advantage of Gender Diversity & Inclusion (2020) and the #1 bestselling The EmBOLDened Warrior: Spearheading Social Intelligence in the Workplace (2026), and in 2025 she earned the Women of Inspiration Vision Builder Award for elevating workplace culture across an entire sector. Recognized by Global Affairs Canada as one of its "30 Women Under 30" for global impact — and an adventurer who backpacked across Africa at twenty-two and researched at the Tata Energy Research Institute in New Delhi — Kelly brings a rare blend of scientific rigor, strategic clarity, and hard-won empathy to every leader she guides. Chapters: 00:21 - Introducing the Warrior of the Workplace 04:51 - Defining Moments: Shaping Experiences 09:32 - From Assault to Empowerment: A Journey of Resilience 16:53 - The Evolution of Workplace Culture and Leadership 23:16 - Understanding Labor Market Dynamics 31:30 - The Importance of Social Intelligence in the Workplace Key Takeaways: Social intelligence is what turns company values into behavior. The way results are achieved matters as much as the results themselves. Collaboration is stronger than competition. Speaking up is part of leadership. Resilience is built in how you respond to what happens to you. Guest offers & contact information: Personal LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-cooper-6b742966 Website: https://centreforsocialintelligence.ca/ Kelly’s Books: “The EmBOLDened Warrior”: https://centreforsocialintelligence.ca/the-emboldened-warrior-book/ “Lead the Change”: https://centreforsocialintelligence.ca/lead-the-change-book/ Follow the #WisdomOfWomen show for more inspiring stories and insights from trailblazing women founders, investors, and experts in growth and prosperity. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AForceforGoodBiz Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3yVTY6prvdTf2CDwI90zxY?si=cfc7bb3591914276 Amazon Prime: https://a.co/d/07yJR76E Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wisdomofwomen/id1728992296 RSS Feed: https://feeds.captivate.fm/womengetfunded/ Coco Sellman, the host of #WisdomOfWomen, believes business is a force for good , especially with visionary women at the helm. With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience, she has launched five companies and guided over 500 startups. As Founder & CEO of A Force for Good, Coco supports purpose-driven women founders in unlocking exponential growth and prosperity. Her recent venture, Allumé Home Care, reached eight-figure revenues and seven-figure profits in just four years before a successful exit in 2024. A venture investor and board director, Coco’s book, *A Force for Good*, reveals a roadmap for women to lead high-impact, high-growth companies. Learn more about A Force for Good: Website: https://aforceforgood.biz/ Are Your GROWING or PLATEAUING? https://aforceforgood.biz/quiz/ FFG Marketplace: https://courses.aforceforgood.biz/marketplace The Book: https://aforceforgood.biz/book/

July 28, 202633 min

Jessa Messina: Your Culture Is Your Revenue

Today's discussion centers around the transformative impact of corporate wellness, particularly through the lens of Jessa Messina, founder and CEO of YoJo. Jessa's journey into wellness began with her experiences overcoming personal challenges, including a traumatic accident and health struggles, which fueled her passion for creating accessible and trauma-informed wellness solutions. At YoJo, she has successfully integrated wellness programs into organizations like NBC and Urban Outfitters, emphasizing the importance of fostering a safe and inclusive work culture. Our conversation delves into the necessity of meeting employees where they are, the dangers of toxic positivity, and how genuine healing requires acknowledging both struggles and triumphs. As we explore the intersection of personal experience and professional innovation, we aim to illuminate how wellness can be a powerful catalyst for change in corporate America. Our Guest this Week: Jessa Messina is the Founder & CEO of YoJo, a corporate wellness company that has brought trauma-informed, accessible wellness to teams at NBC, TIME Magazine, Urban Outfitters, and Grubhub. Her path began in 2006 teaching yoga to FSU students and the university’s football team, and by 2011 she’d earned Trainer of the Year at Tribeca Equinox, where she pioneered yoga programs for men who never imagined a studio was for them—and later partnered with the landmark Stonewall Inn to create space for the LGBTQ community. Drawing on more than 10,000 combined hours of teaching and training, plus three years in tech sales that sharpened her understanding of the corporate grind, Jessa built YoJo into a comprehensive platform of live workshops, ergonomic programming, and on-demand classes designed to reduce burnout and improve retention. Having healed from both an autoimmune disease and major head trauma, she leads with hard-won compassion, building wellness that meets people exactly where they are—intersectional, accessible, and deeply human. Takeaways: Real healing rejects toxic positivity. Making space for grief is what lets people move toward healing—and being truly seen is itself a form of medicine. Purpose is a power for business. Culture is revenue, and the ROI of keeping one person in their seat is far greater than most companies realize. Meet people where they are. Lower the barrier to entry and give people service they can actually use, rather than what looks impressive. Keep moving, and ask for help. Growth genuinely gets harder over time; that’s not a personal failing, and smarter strategies plus mentorship close the gap. Let technology augment humanity, never replace it. AI should automate busywork and guard people’s data while protecting human connection. Burning Questions Answered: How can a founder make purpose and goodness a genuine engine for growth and profit? How do you break into corporate and HR wellness—and build traction that lasts a decade? How do you sell effectively when sales wasn’t your original passion? How do you design wellness that a stressed, fight-or-flight nervous system can actually receive? How do you adopt AI without losing the humanity at the center of your business? How do you know which “hat” is truly yours, and when it’s time to pass the torch? Chapters: 00:07 - Amplifying Women's Voices in Leadership 00:34 - Jessa Messina: A Journey Through Wellness and Healing 18:34 - Building Unique Communities for Wellness 24:43 - The Future of AI in Business 28:24 - Transitioning into Community Activism Guest Offers & Contact Information: Jessa’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessa-messina-87780720/ YoJo Website: https://www.yojo.co/ YoJo App: https://www.yojo.co/app YoJo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/yojo-llc/ YoJo Instagram: http://instagram.com/yojoyoga Follow the #WisdomOfWomen show for more inspiring stories and insights from trailblazing women founders, investors, and experts in growth and prosperity. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AForceforGoodBiz Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3yVTY6prvdTf2CDwI90zxY?si=cfc7bb3591914276 Amazon Prime: https://a.co/d/07yJR76E Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wisdomofwomen/id1728992296 RSS Feed: https://feeds.captivate.fm/womengetfunded/ Coco Sellman, the host of #WisdomOfWomen, believes business is a force for good , especially with visionary women at the helm. With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience, she has launched five companies and guided over 500 startups. As Founder & CEO of A Force for Good, Coco supports purpose-driven women founders in unlocking exponential growth and prosperity. Her recent venture, Allumé Home Care, reached eight-figure revenues and seven-figure profits in just four years before a successful exit in 2024. A venture investor and board director, Coco’s book, *A Force for Good*, reveals a roadmap for women to lead high-impact, high-growth companies. Learn more about A Force for Good: Website: https://aforceforgood.biz/ Are Your GROWING or PLATEAUING? https://aforceforgood.biz/quiz/ FFG Marketplace: https://courses.aforceforgood.biz/marketplace The Book: https://aforceforgood.biz/book/

July 14, 202646 min

Pat Hedley: Building Relationships Before You Need Them

Today’s discussion centers on the transformative power of relationships in business and leadership, with our guest Pat Hedley emphasizing that success is not solely built on expertise and hard work but is significantly enhanced through meaningful connections. Pat, a seasoned investor, board director, and author, shares her insights drawn from over three decades in finance and leadership, highlighting the importance of asking for help and the courage to expand one's network. Throughout the episode, we explore how cultivating relationships can unlock opportunities and foster growth, particularly for women-led enterprises. Pat also reflects on personal experiences that shaped her approach, including pivotal moments that taught her the value of stepping outside one's comfort zone. Join us as we delve into actionable strategies for founders looking to navigate their journeys with a focus on building authentic connections that lead to prosperity. Our Guest this Week: In this week’s episode of #WisdomofWomen we have a Social Capital Sage in our midst. Pat Hedley is a respected investor, board director, TEDx speaker, and former private equity executive whose career spans more than three decades in finance, investing, and leadership. As a senior leader at General Atlantic, one of the world's premier growth equity firms, she helped evaluate and support high-growth companies around the globe while building a reputation for strategic thinking, relationship-building, and long-term value creation. She is the author of Meet 100 People , a practical guide that has helped countless professionals expand their networks, accelerate their careers, and unlock opportunities through authentic human connection. Today, through her board service, speaking, advising, and advocacy for women leaders, Pat continues to champion the idea that success is built not only through expertise and hard work, but through meaningful relationships and the courage to ask for help. Takeaways: The episode emphasizes the importance of building authentic relationships to drive success in business, particularly for women leaders navigating complex environments. Pat shares her personal experiences, illustrating how pivotal moments shaped her career and instilled the values of courage and resilience in approaching challenges. Listeners are encouraged to actively seek mentorship and ask for help, as these connections can significantly enhance professional growth and opportunities. The conversation highlights the necessity of self-education and continuous learning, drawing inspiration from successful figures like Indra Nooyi to adapt and thrive in evolving industries. Coco and Pat discuss the significance of integrity and curiosity as core qualities for effective leadership, especially in the face of rapid technological changes and market demands. The episode concludes with practical advice for founders to prioritize profitability and focus their efforts on a limited number of key objectives to ensure sustainable growth. Chapters: 00:08 - Amplifying Women's Leadership 04:58 - Influential Moments in Life 09:30 - A Journey of Commitment and Connection 17:47 - Building Meaningful Relationships 23:22 - Networking Strategies for Introverts and Entrepreneurs 27:31 - The Importance of Meaningful Conversations 34:45 - Surrounding Yourself with the Right People 35:59 - Navigating Change in Business Leadership 42:56 - The Importance of Focus in Entrepreneurship Guest Offers & Contact Information: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathedley/ Website: https://meet100people.com/ Her Book: https://meet100people.com/shop/ols/products/meet-100-people Follow the #WisdomOfWomen show for more inspiring stories and insights from trailblazing women founders, investors, and experts in growth and prosperity. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AForceforGoodBiz Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3yVTY6prvdTf2CDwI90zxY?si=cfc7bb3591914276 Amazon Prime: https://a.co/d/07yJR76E Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wisdomofwomen/id1728992296 RSS Feed: https://feeds.captivate.fm/womengetfunded/ Coco Sellman, the host of #WisdomOfWomen, believes business is a force for good , especially with visionary women at the helm. With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience, she has launched five companies and guided over 500 startups. As Founder & CEO of A Force for Good, Coco supports purpose-driven women founders in unlocking exponential growth and prosperity. Her recent venture, Allumé Home Care, reached eight-figure revenues and seven-figure profits in just four years before a successful exit in 2024. A venture investor and board director, Coco’s book, *A Force for Good*, reveals a roadmap for women to lead high-impact, high-growth companies. Learn more about A Force for Good: Website: https://aforceforgood.biz/ Are Your GROWING or PLATEAUING? https://aforceforgood.biz/quiz/ FFG Tool of the Week: https://aforceforgood.biz/weekly-tool/ The Book: https://aforceforgood.biz/book/

June 23, 202635 min

Soon Hagerty: Building Brands, Businesses, and Boundless Futures

Today, we delve into the remarkable journey of Soon Haggerty, a serial entrepreneur and philanthropist, whose life story embodies resilience and transformation. From fleeing Saigon as a child to establishing successful ventures, including Lux Communications and the Good Bowl, Soon exemplifies the power of perseverance in the face of adversity. In our conversation, we explore Soon's insights on leadership, the critical role of women in business, and the importance of giving back through initiatives like the Boundless Futures Foundation. This foundation aims to provide financial support and mentorship to women entrepreneurs, fostering a community where female leaders can thrive and drive societal change. Join us as we unpack the wisdom and experiences that have shaped Soon's impactful career and her vision for empowering future generations of women entrepreneurs. Our Guest this Week: In this week’s episode of #WisdomofWomen we have a 🌟 Purpose-Driven Brand Architect 🌟 in our midst. Soon Hagerty is a serial entrepreneur, brand strategist, and philanthropist whose story begins with one of the most powerful acts of courage imaginable — at four years old, her family fled Saigon by boat at the end of the Vietnam War, surviving a 12-day journey and six months in a refugee camp before resettling in California. That experience of resilience and reinvention has guided everything she's built since. Soon has founded multiple ventures, including Luxe Communications, Centigrade — a global marketing, communications, and events agency — and The Good Bowl, a mission-driven Vietnamese restaurant that donates to charity. Over a 20-year career, she helped transform Hagerty from a specialty insurance company into a publicly traded global lifestyle brand valued at over $3 billion. She also co-founded Boundless Futures Foundation, which provides funding, resources, and community to women building businesses for growth and good. Takeaways: Soon's journey from fleeing Vietnam to building successful brands illustrates resilience and the transformative power of entrepreneurship. Boundless Futures Foundation aims to empower women entrepreneurs through mentorship and funding, promoting sustainable business practices that benefit communities. Confidence in leadership stems from action and problem-solving rather than mere contemplation, highlighting the need for proactive engagement in business. Chapters: 00:07 - Emerging Leadership Models 04:23 - Moments of Resilience and Reinvention 09:42 - The Journey to Building a Purpose-Driven Business 18:01 - Boundless Futures Foundation: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs 27:33 - Building Confidence Through Action 30:08 - Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: A New Marketplace GUEST OFFERS & CONTACT INFORMATION: www.boundlessfutures.org www.Hagerty.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/soon-hagerty-5637448/ https://www.instagram.com/soonhagerty/ Follow the #WisdomOfWomen show for more inspiring stories and insights from trailblazing women founders, investors, and experts in growth and prosperity. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AForceforGoodBiz Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3yVTY6prvdTf2CDwI90zxY Amazon Prime: https://a.co/d/aPmQevk Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/womengetfunded/id1728992296 RSS Feed: https://feeds.captivate.fm/womengetfunded/ Coco Sellman, the host of #WisdomOfWomen, believes business is a force for good , especially with visionary women at the helm. With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience, she has launched five companies and guided over 500 startups. As Founder & CEO of A Force for Good, Coco supports purpose-driven women founders in unlocking exponential growth and prosperity. Her recent venture, Allumé Home Care, reached eight-figure revenues and seven-figure profits in just four years before a successful exit in 2024. A venture investor and board director, Coco’s book, *A Force for Good*, reveals a roadmap for women to lead high-impact, high-growth companies. Learn more about A Force for Good: Website: https://aforceforgood.biz/ The Book: https://aforceforgood.biz/book/ Free Assessment: https://aforceforgood.biz/quiz/ Free Tools: https://aforceforgood.biz/weekly-tool/ Events: https://courses.aforceforgood.biz/events Marketplace: https://courses.aforceforgood.biz/marketplace

June 16, 202640 min

Kristen Thomas: Building Marble Collective and the Future of Women’s Legacy

In our new episode I am joined by Kristin Thomas, the founder and CEO of Marble Collective. This innovative AI-powered platform is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the legacies of women leaders, thereby facilitating their visibility and connection on a grand scale. In our discussion, we explore Kristin's remarkable journey, the pivotal moments that have shaped her as a leader, and the profound impact that women leaders can have on society. Together, we delve into the importance of nurturing female entrepreneurship and the imperative of fostering a supportive ecosystem for women-led enterprises, as we illuminate the path toward unlocking opportunities and prosperity for all. Our Guest This Week: Kristin Thomas is the Founder and CEO of Marble Collective , an AI-powered platform redefining how women’s leadership is preserved, amplified, and discovered. Backed by more than 300 women leaders—including over 70 founding investors—Marble centralizes the media and life’s work of extraordinary women into dynamic portfolios and curated feeds, creating enduring visibility and connection at scale. Before Marble, Kristin built a two-decade career in real estate and leadership—launching an investment business straight out of college, founding a luxury brokerage later acquired by a top New York firm, and becoming one of the first fifty agents at Compass. She now serves on the Advisory Board of New York’s top residential team and on the board of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, home to eight Nobel laureates—bringing uncommon perspective to the future of leadership, legacy, and impact. Takeaways: Kristin's Marble Collective serves as an AI-powered platform that centralizes the achievements of women leaders. The episode emphasizes the importance of unwavering maternal support in fostering entrepreneurial confidence and success. Listeners are encouraged to explore Marble Collective, where over 300 women leaders' legacies are preserved and showcased to inspire future generations. Chapters: 00:07 - Amplifying Women's Voices in Leadership 05:34 - Kristin's Journey: Lessons from Early Competitions 12:04 - A Pivotal Shift: From Real Estate to Creativity 18:29 - The Journey of Building a Platform for Greatness 20:32 - Introducing Marble: A Centralized Platform for Women Leaders 29:10 - Building a Community of Women Investors 34:26 - The Future of AI in Women's Leadership 39:54 - Empowering Women in Leadership Guest Offers & Contact Information: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristinthomas_ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-thomas-1092a01b X: https://twitter.com/KristinThomas_ Follow the #WisdomOfWomen show for more inspiring stories and insights from trailblazing women founders, investors, and experts in growth and prosperity. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AForceforGoodBiz Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3yVTY6prvdTf2CDwI90zxY Amazon Prime: https://a.co/d/aPmQevk Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/womengetfunded/id1728992296 RSS Feed: https://feeds.captivate.fm/womengetfunded/ Coco Sellman, the host of #WisdomOfWomen, believes business is a force for good , especially with visionary women at the helm. With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience, she has launched five companies and guided over 500 startups. As Founder & CEO of A Force for Good, Coco supports purpose-driven women founders in unlocking exponential growth and prosperity. Her recent venture, Allumé Home Care, reached eight-figure revenues and seven-figure profits in just four years before a successful exit in 2024. A venture investor and board director, Coco’s book, *A Force for Good*, reveals a roadmap for women to lead high-impact, high-growth companies. Learn more about A Force for Good: Website: https://aforceforgood.biz/ The Book: https://aforceforgood.biz/book/ Free Assessment: https://aforceforgood.biz/quiz/ Free Tools: https://aforceforgood.biz/weekly-tool/ Events: https://courses.aforceforgood.biz/events Marketplace: https://courses.aforceforgood.biz/marketplace

June 9, 202649 min

Gina Chen: The Legal Ally Every Purpose-Driven Founder Needs

This episode serves as a profound exploration of the emerging paradigm of leadership characterized by the vital contributions of women in business. We are privileged to host Gina Chen, the founder and managing attorney of One Ally, who exemplifies this movement through her innovative approach to legal counsel. Gina's journey as a first-generation immigrant and her extensive experience in both Wall Street transactions and grassroots advocacy illuminate the intersection of corporate law and social impact. Throughout our conversation, we delve into the significance of fostering an ecosystem that not only supports women and minorities but also emphasizes compassion and collaboration in legal practices. By highlighting Gina's insights, we aim to inspire and empower our listeners to unlock opportunities and prosperity for women-led enterprises. Takeaways: Gina's unique approach to legal counsel emphasizes compassion and human-centered practices. The importance of understanding one's legacy and impact is crucial for meaningful living. Women-led enterprises often require tailored support and advocacy to thrive and prosper. Burning Questions Answered: 1.Why your company structure matters more than many founders realize 2.What early-stage founders should think through before raising capital 3.Why founder agreements, governance documents, transfer rights, and succession planning are not “later” problems 4.How the right lawyer can help protect your mission, not just paper your documents 5.Why legal support should feel like strategic partnership, not intimidation 6.How One Ally is creating a more transparent, ecosystem-centered model of lawyering 7.Why purpose-driven founders deserve legal counsel with rigor, heart, and real business wisdom Chapters: 00:02 - Amplifying Women's Voices in Business 06:35 - Moments of Impact: Shaping Experiences 08:35 - Immigrating to America: A Mother's Journey and Influence 17:47 - Embracing Multiple Identities 26:21 - The Journey of Founding: From Entrepreneurial Aspirations to Legal Foundations 27:36 - Understanding Business Structures and Legal Considerations 38:36 - Transitioning Legal Practices: A Nurturing Approach 40:53 - Navigating Challenges in Founding a Company 45:10 - Empowering Founders: Legal Savvy for Success Guest Offers & Contact Information: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginaychen/ Instagram: @OneAllyLegal Website: www.one-ally.com Follow the #WisdomOfWomen show for more inspiring stories and insights from trailblazing women founders, investors, and experts in growth and prosperity. YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yja3w7nh Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/4tak8ajk Amazon Prime: https://tinyurl.com/366syddj Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/bdhananz RSS Feed: https://feeds.captivate.fm/womengetfunded/ Coco Sellman, the host of #WisdomOfWomen, believes business is a force for good , especially with visionary women at the helm. With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience, she has launched five companies and guided over 500 startups. As Founder & CEO of A Force for Good, Coco supports purpose-driven women founders in unlocking exponential growth and prosperity. Her recent venture, Allumé Home Care, reached eight-figure revenues and seven-figure profits in just four years before a successful exit in 2024. A venture investor and board director, Coco’s book, *A Force for Good*, reveals a roadmap for women to lead high-impact, high-growth companies. Learn more about A Force for Good: Website: https://aforceforgood.biz/ Are Your GROWING or PLATEAUING? https://aforceforgood.biz/quiz/ FFG Tool of the Week: https://aforceforgood.biz/weekly-tool/ The Book: https://aforceforgood.biz/book/ Growth Accelerator: https://aforceforgood.biz/accelerator/

June 2, 202642 min

Meghann Conter: The Joyful Rebellion Against Hustle Culture

This episode emphasizes the imperative of fostering a supportive community among women entrepreneurs, particularly as we witness a significant disparity in business success rates. Meghann Conter, the esteemed founder of The Dames, articulates her vision of transforming the entrepreneurial landscape for women by providing a unique accelerator designed specifically for them. She elucidates the challenges that women face, including the dearth of representation in high-revenue business sectors and the pervasive hustle culture that often leads to burnout. Through The Dames, Meghann aims to break these outdated norms, enabling women to redefine success not merely in terms of financial gain but also through impact, joy, and meaningful leadership. Our conversation delves into the transformative power of collaboration, personal growth, and the necessity of nurturing authentic connections among women in business. Our Guest This Week: In this week’s episode of #WisdomofWomen we have a 🌟 Hustle-Busting Collaboration Queen 🌟 in our midst. Meghann Conter is the CEO and Founder of 🌟 The Dames®, 🌟 the world’s only business accelerator for women running and leading 6-, 7-, and 8-figure businesses. Since 2015, she has built a global, high-performing community where self-worth and net-worth align joyfully, proving that scaling a company does not require sacrificing your life, your values, or your sense of humor. A former champion of hustle culture turned joyful-growth pioneer, Meghann is known for her rare blend of sharp business strategy, fearless collaboration, and sketch-comedy-level hilarity — yes, there may be wigs. Through The Dames, she is helping women break outdated business norms, grow from the top 15% to the elite 2%, and redefine success as impact, enJOYment, and meaningful leadership at scale. Takeaways: Meghann's journey illustrates the transformative power of collaboration among women entrepreneurs, enabling them to overcome systemic barriers in business. The Dames serves as a vital platform for women-led businesses, focusing on redefining success through meaningful leadership and personal growth without sacrificing well-being. The discussion reveals a critical shift away from hustle culture towards a more balanced approach to business growth, advocating for alignment with personal values and community support. Chapters: 00:06 - Amplifying Women's Leadership 04:24 - Defining Moments in Megan's Journey 09:34 - Empowering Women in Business 17:46 - The Transformation of Business Mindsets 27:25 - The Journey of Building a Community 35:14 - Building Business Besties and Community 38:35 - The Importance of Boundaries in Leadership Guest Offers & Contact Information: https://www.thedames.co https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghannconter https://www.facebook.com/meghannconter https://www.instagram.com/thedamesco https://www.youtube.com/@thedamesco Learn more about joining the dames here: https://www.thedames.co/dames-connect-experience Apply to Join The Dames® Wherever you are in the world, your membership includes full access to all The Dames’ in-person and virtual experiences. 12-Month Commitment: Just $117/month or $1,287/year* *Pay annually and get one month free. https://www.thedames.co/apply FunFerence 2026 - October 7-10, 2026 – Denver Step right up to the perfect blend of serious business growth and restorative belly laughs! From October 7-10, 2026, we're transforming Denver's marvelous Limelight Hotel into a hub of connection, camaraderie, and creativity, exclusively for members of The Dames. https://www.thedames.co/funference2026 Follow the #WisdomOfWomen show for more inspiring stories and insights from trailblazing women founders, investors, and experts in growth and prosperity. YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yja3w7nh Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/4tak8ajk Amazon Prime: https://tinyurl.com/366syddj Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/bdhananz RSS Feed: https://feeds.captivate.fm/womengetfunded/ Coco Sellman, the host of #WisdomOfWomen, believes business is a force for good , especially with visionary women at the helm. With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience, she has launched five companies and guided over 500 startups. As Founder & CEO of A Force for Good, Coco supports purpose-driven women founders in unlocking exponential growth and prosperity. Her recent venture, Allumé Home Care, reached eight-figure revenues and seven-figure profits in just four years before a successful exit in 2024. A venture investor and board director, Coco’s book, *A Force for Good*, reveals a roadmap for women to lead high-impact, high-growth companies. Learn more about A Force for Good: Website: https://aforceforgood.biz/ Are Your GROWING or PLATEAUING? https://aforceforgood.biz/quiz/ FFG Tool of the Week: https://aforceforgood.biz/weekly-tool/ The Book: https://aforceforgood.biz/book/ Growth Accelerator: https://aforceforgood.biz/accelerator/

May 26, 202642 min

Kelly Resendez: Building Prosperity, Power & Purpose Without Losing Yourself

Today I am joined by the esteemed Kelly Resendez, a distinguished business strategist and advocate for women's empowerment. Throughout our conversation, we delve into the pivotal moments that have shaped Kelly's journey, including her commitment to fostering prosperity for women-led enterprises and her innovative work with Menrva , which aims to revolutionize women's midlife healthcare. We also explore the significance of aligning one's purpose with action and the necessity of cultivating a supportive network among high-achieving women. As the episode unfolds, we illuminate the profound impact of self-awareness and intentionality in achieving both personal and professional abundance. Takeaways: Kelly, a transformational business strategist, emphasizes the importance of redefining success for women and promoting their health and empowerment. A significant focus of the episode is on the intersection of women's health and entrepreneurship, particularly through innovative technologies like Minerva. Listeners are encouraged to engage with their purpose, aligning their actions with their values to foster personal and professional growth. The discussion reveals that many women face internal barriers, such as self-doubt and perfectionism, which can hinder their success and well-being. Lastly, the episode stresses the necessity of community and support systems, such as GoBundance, to empower women in their entrepreneurial journeys. Chapters: 00:06 - Amplifying Women's Voices in Business 08:48 - The Journey of a Portfolio Entrepreneur 13:34 - Finding Purpose and Avoiding Distraction 21:27 - Understanding the Entrepreneurial Mindset: From Founder to Owner 35:19 - Addressing Women's Health and Hormonal Balance 36:48 - Women Empowerment and Community Building Burning Questions Answered: 1.Why perfectionism keeps so many women trapped 2.What internal wealth looks like when external success is no longer enough 3.How to know when variety is purpose and when it is distraction 4.Why women founders need to understand their zone of genius 5.The difference between being a founder and being an owner/operator 6.Why women’s health, hormones, and longevity matter deeply for leadership 7.How GoBundance Women creates a space where high-achieving women do not feel like “too much” Guest Offers & Contact Information: https://www.positiveprime.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimserafini/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/positivechangemakersgroup https://www.instagram.com/positiveprimetheofficial/ https://www.youtube.com/user/KimSerafini Try Positive Prime for Free: https://platform.positiveprime.com/register Begin your daily practice and experience the transformative power of Positive Prime in as little as 3 minutes per day. Follow the #WisdomOfWomen show for more inspiring stories and insights from trailblazing women founders, investors, and experts in growth and prosperity. YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yja3w7nh Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/4tak8ajk Amazon Prime: https://tinyurl.com/366syddj Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/bdhananz RSS Feed: https://feeds.captivate.fm/womengetfunded/ Coco Sellman, the host of #WisdomOfWomen, believes business is a force for good , especially with visionary women at the helm. With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience, she has launched five companies and guided over 500 startups. As Founder & CEO of A Force for Good, Coco supports purpose-driven women founders in unlocking exponential growth and prosperity. Her recent venture, Allumé Home Care, reached eight-figure revenues and seven-figure profits in just four years before a successful exit in 2024. A venture investor and board director, Coco’s upcoming book, *A Force for Good*, reveals a roadmap for women to lead high-impact, high-growth companies. Learn more about A Force for Good: Website: https://aforceforgood.biz/ Are Your GROWING or PLATEAUING? https://aforceforgood.biz/quiz/ FFG Tool of the Week: https://aforceforgood.biz/weekly-tool/ The Book: https://aforceforgood.biz/book/ Growth Accelerator: https://aforceforgood.biz/accelerator/