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Bold(h)er shares stories of and for women who stand out. Our guests are entrepreneurs, executives, celebrities, innovators, mothers, and philanthropists; what unites them is their transformative journeys and bold, life-changing decisions, ones that are equally, but uniquely, compelling. Bold(h)er is boldness redefined: sometimes it's the boldness to leave a difficult situation or to care for yourself or a loved one, as much as it is the traditional boldness of starting or advancing in business. Brought to you by BMO for Women and hosted by seasoned journalist and entrepreneur Lisa Bragg, Bold(h)er delivers thought-provoking conversations that inspire listeners to make their own bold moves in business and in life.

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March 28, 2025Episode 542 min

Unconventional, but Intentional: Cathy Bennett

She ran restaurants, reshaped policy, and now she's reshaping who gets funded. Cathy Bennett didn't follow a career map—she made bold moves, one turn at a time. In this episode of Bold(h)er, she tells Lisa Bragg what she wishes more women knew about asking for money, ignoring bad advice, and building something bigger than a bottom line. Cathy Bennett is co-founder and general partner of Sandpiper Ventures. Find out more at: https://www.sandpiper.vc Follow Cathy on Linkedin Follow Lisa Lisa's website: https://www.lisabragg.com/

March 28, 2025Episode 422 min

Beyond the Numbers: Robin Taub's Unconventional Formula for Success

Ever notice how we talk about money like it's either taboo or transactional? Robin Taub sees it differently. On this episode of Bold(h)er, she tells Lisa Bragg why financial confidence isn't just for spreadsheets, and how choosing a less traditional path gave her more clarity, purpose, and yes, profit. Robin's book is The Wisest Investment: Teaching Your Kids to Be Responsible, Independent and Money-Smart for Life. Follow Robin on Linkedin Lisa's Linkedin and her website https://www.lisabragg.com/

March 28, 2025Episode 341 min

Say Less, Get More: Negotiation Wisdom from Fotini Iconomopoulos

What if negotiation isn't about winning but solving problems together? On this episode of Bold(h)er, Fotini Iconomopoulos tells Lisa Bragg how her unplanned path to becoming an international negotiation expert created an approach where humanity matters more than hostility and questions prove more powerful than statements. Fotini's book is Say Less, Get More: Unconventional Negotiation Techniques to Get What You Want Follow Fotini on LinkedIn Follow Lisa on LinkedIn LisaBragg.com

March 28, 2025Episode 237 min

The Unconventional Advantage: Why Denise Hamilton Says Yes

Ever notice how the loudest voices online rarely create real change? The keyboard warriors might get the most likes, but they're rarely the ones shifting actual systems. On this episode of Bold(h)er, Denise Hamilton challenges us to invest our energy where it truly counts, in strategic, consistent action rather than digital outrage. Denise Hamilton's book is Indivisible: Practical Ways to Build an Indestructible Family, Team, Company, and Country follow her on LinkedIn: Denise Hamilton https://www.linkedin.com/in/hamiltondenise/ and our show host there too - Lisa Bragg LisaBragg.com

March 28, 2025Episode 142 min

The Recipe to "Betting on Yourself"

Mix passion with perseverance, stir in authenticity, and succeed on your own terms. Andrea Buckett's career formula took her from a side hustle teaching cooking classes "with no business doing so" to becoming a celebrity chef with more than 600,000 social media followers. She joins Lisa Bragg on Bold(h)er to discuss her unconventional path. Andrea's Cookbook is The Essential Cottage Cookbook. Available in all book stores. Follow her on Instagram at @andreabuckettcooks and follow our show host Lisa Bragg there too @ThatLisaBragg

June 26, 2024Episode 647 min

Burnout and Meaning

Ask people how they truly feel about work, and you'll hear about a general malaise, a loss of feeling that the work matters. But for many of us, just dropping out isn't the answer, nor is it for employers. How do we improve things at a time when we seem to have so many fires to put out? That's what Lisa Bragg explores in this episode of Bold(h)er with workplace culture expert, Jennifer Moss.

June 19, 2024Episode 538 min

Succession Planning Doesn't Have to be Dramatic

Explore the intricate world of legacy planning and the unseen challenges that accompany it. With insights from Sarah King and Elizabeth Dorsch, host Lisa Bragg learns about what can be a tumultuous journey of personal succession. You'll want to hear this episode even if you're not in a family business as it will help you consider your own succession planning.

June 13, 2024Episode 437 min

Succession: A True Story

"This business will be yours one day." It's a simple statement that is loaded with drama. Marlene Morrison Nicholls tells us about the unique pressures of working under a family name, managing not just a business but also intricate relationships and expectations that can complicate both personal and professional growth, on this episode of Bold(h)er with Lisa Bragg.

June 5, 2024Episode 341 min

Behind the Mystique: The Real Entrepreneurial Journey

Explore how vulnerability can be transformed into a source of strength in this engaging discussion on Bold(h)er. The episode with guest Jenny Blake and host Lisa Bragg, delves into the benefits of transparency in the professional world, showing how discussing challenges and setbacks openly can break down stigmas around failure, encouraging a culture of learning and growth among entrepreneurs and professionals.

May 30, 2024Episode 235 min

Maya Gabeira: Out of Your Comfort Zone

In the 2019-20 winter season, Maya Gabeira surfed the biggest wave at more than 22 meters (73.5 feet), making it the largest wave surfed that season. The Brazilian is a trailblazer, author, and business owner who has a great reframe on failure that you'll want to hear in this episode of Bold(h)er. Join Lisa Bragg and Maya Gabeira in conversation.