Call Me CEO: Moms Building Businesses, a Woman's guide to Balancing it All

Hosted by Camille Walker

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Dive into the stories of extraordinary mothers who have built their own iconic businesses. I'm your host, Camille Walker, and in each episode, we uncover the raw, intimate moments of doubt and failure that these mompreneurs faced on their journey. From humble beginnings to eventual triumph, our founders share their insights and wisdom on navigating challenges of all kinds. "Call Me CEO” is your master-class on innovation, creativity, leadership, and finding YOUR perfect balance between motherhood and entrepreneurship.

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September 1, 2026Episode 31550 min

315: From Corporate Marketing To A Thriving Interior Design Firm, Anne Lopez, CEO of Studio 790 Interior Design

Send us Fan Mail Camille sits down with Anne Lopez, founder and CEO of Miami-based Studio 790 Interior Design, to talk about building a purpose-led business through life's hardest seasons. Anne shares her journey from 20 years in corporate digital marketing to launching her design firm at 39 — just before COVID and a surprise divorce hit simultaneously. They discuss pricing strategy for service-based businesses, how to create purposeful spaces in your home on any budget, and how Anne transformed her firm into an AI-first operation that made the Inc. 5000 list twice. Key Topics & Timestamps: Anne's background & career pivot — 20 years in corporate marketing for luxury hotels, launching Studio 790 at age 39 Surviving rock bottom — Navigating a surprise divorce and COVID in 2020 as a single mom and new business owner; "sink or swim, victim or victor" Learning on the job — Showing up to gut renovation job sites without knowing construction terminology, Googling "rough plumbing" on the fly Purpose-led vision — How living authentically attracts the right team and clients; building an all-women team Pricing strategy — Hourly model with min/max ranges, one flat rate, transparency for clients; "set it and forget it for one year" Client impact story — Designing a nursery that became a healing sanctuary for a mom during a difficult birth Home design tips without a designer — Start with one space, dream big, execute one thing; avoid buying piecemeal items that don't cohere; save ~$10,000 before furnishing a room Budget reality check — $7,500 for an entry-level living room (Target, Amazon, West Elm level); factor in 7% tax + 10-15% shipping AI integration — Running an AI-first design firm: Archsynth for elevation drawings, Lovable for website building, AI for client emails and automated reporting Inc. 5000 — Made the list twice; team grew to 8 full-time (up to 16 in busy season) Self-care as a CEO — Reading habits, Tony Robbins' "NET Time" (No Extra Time), exercise, WPO & Pinnacle Global Network, intentional family time Book recommendations — Atomic Habits , Design Love In by Marcus Buckingham Mentioned Resources: Lovable (AI website builder) — lovable.dev Archsynth (AI elevation drawings) Amplify My Portfolio — amplifymyportfolio.com Tony Robbins' NET Time concept WPO (Women Presidents' Organization) Pinnacle Global Network Connect with Anne Lopez: Instagram (personal): @annelopezliving Instagram (business): Studio 790 Interior Design Website: studio790.com Email: anne@studio790.com Connect with Camille: Instagram: @CamilleWalker.co Podcast: @CallMeCEOPodcast Try the 5-minute routine tomorrow and tag @CallMeCEOPodcast on Instagram with your biggest takeaway. Schedule a free discovery call with Camille! https://calendly.com/callmeceopodcast/discovery-call-with-camille

August 25, 2026Episode 31414 min

314: Why Kids Need Meditation too, 5 Minutes a Day

Send us Fan Mail What if one of the greatest gifts we can give our kids is the ability to pause, breathe, and find a little calm? In this episode of Call Me CEO , we’re talking about why meditation can be such a simple and powerful tool for kids—and why it doesn’t have to take more than five minutes. You’ll learn how short meditation and breathing practices can help kids navigate big emotions, worry, stress, overstimulation, and busy days. And we’re talking about the important role we play as parents in modeling calm, rest, and self-care for our kids. Try It Tonight Start small. Take five minutes with your child to slow down, breathe, and reset. And if five minutes feels like too much, start with one. The goal isn’t perfection. It’s creating the habit of pausing. Connect with Camille: Instagram: @CamilleWalker.co Podcast: @CallMeCEOPodcast Try the 5-minute routine tomorrow and tag @CallMeCEOPodcast on Instagram with your biggest takeaway. 5-minute meditations Schedule a free discovery call with Camille! https://calendly.com/callmeceopodcast/discovery-call-with-camille

August 18, 2026Episode 31315 min

313: What If Not Sharing Your Offer Is The Real Problem

Send us Fan Mail Selling your services shouldn’t feel like you’re pushing people into something they don’t want, but that’s exactly how it can feel when you’re trying to create a signature offer for the first time. We sit down with Kimberly G Walker, an exercise physiologist and cancer exercise trainer, to unpack what’s really underneath the fear of sounding “salesy,” especially when you’re used to clients walking into your practice without you having to market yourself at all. We dig into the mindset work that comes before any funnel, offer page, or content plan. Camille walks Kimberly through the question that changes everything: “Why not you?” From there, we build real evidence. Years of being booked out, teaching and mentoring, and working with high-risk clients is not just experience, it’s proof of outcomes. We also talk about why staying in your scope of practice matters online, and how a professional, collaborative approach (like partnering with dietitians when needed) builds trust fast. Then we get practical about marketing an online coaching offer with integrity: share bite-sized value, teach what you know, and give people a clear next step when they’re ready. When your message is rooted in quality of life, longevity, resistance training, and honoring the body with a non-restrictive approach, selling becomes an act of care, not pressure. If you’re building a business as a mom, juggling life, work, and big goals, this quick coaching session will help you share your offer with confidence. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs it, and leave a review so more women can find the support to lead and serve. Connect with Camille: Instagram: @CamilleWalker.co Podcast: @CallMeCEOPodcast Try the 5-minute routine tomorrow and tag @CallMeCEOPodcast on Instagram with your biggest takeaway. Schedule a free discovery call with Camille! https://calendly.com/callmeceopodcast/discovery-call-with-camille

August 11, 202627 min

312: You Can Make School Season Easier Without Doing More

Send us Fan Mail Back-to-school season has a way of turning even the most capable working mom into a full-time logistics manager. I’m Camille Walker, a mom of four with four different schools on the calendar this year, and I wanted a practical reset that doesn’t require me to become superhuman. So I did something fun and surprisingly useful: I asked ChatGPT for back-to-school tips, then I tell you which ones I agree with, how I actually do them, and where real life needs a simpler plan. We get into the systems that reduce daily stress fast, starting with planning ahead using a family calendar. I share what’s worked for me with scheduling tools, plus why a big printed, color-coded wall calendar can beat digital invites when kids don’t live in email. We also talk meal prep for busy weeks, freezer and crock pot backups, snack bins, and keeping school lunches simple while still hitting the basics like protein, fruit, and a veggie. From there, we move into routines that support both kids and parents: mornings that build independence, after-school transitions that make homework less painful, and how to adjust when attention and energy tank later in the day. I also share my core message for working parents: delegate, ask for help, and don’t carry it all alone, whether that means involving your kids, leaning on your partner, or even hiring a virtual assistant. We wrap with self-care that fits real life, staying flexible when the school year throws curveballs, saying no without guilt, and building stronger connection through check-ins and simple family meetings. If this helps, subscribe, share it with a friend who needs a calmer school year, and leave a five-star rating and review. Connect with Camille: Instagram: @CamilleWalker.co Podcast: @CallMeCEOPodcast Try the 5-minute routine tomorrow and tag @CallMeCEOPodcast on Instagram with your biggest takeaway. Schedule a free discovery call with Camille! https://calendly.com/callmeceopodcast/discovery-call-with-camille

August 4, 20261 hr 7 min

311: From $7,000 in Sales to the Inc. 5000: How Megan Gray Built Fable Beard Co. & Fable Beauty

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a husband starts growing a beard and can't find quality products he actually likes? For Megan "The Princess" Gray and her husband Colin "The Wizard" Gray, that simple problem sparked the creation of Fable Beard Co. and eventually Fable Beauty—two story-driven brands that have grown from a garage startup into a thriving multi-million-dollar company. In this episode of Call Me CEO, Camille sits down with Megan and Colin to discuss entrepreneurship, marriage, motherhood, leadership, and what it really takes to build a business from scratch. Megan shares her experience as a female founder leading a company in a traditionally male-dominated industry, while Colin reveals how creativity and storytelling became the secret ingredient behind Fable's passionate customer community. Together, they discuss how they bootstrapped their business, learned Facebook advertising themselves, manufactured products from their garage, and eventually expanded into a 10,000-square-foot facility while raising three children. If you've ever wondered whether you can build a successful business without sacrificing your family, this episode will leave you inspired to think bigger. In This Episode You'll Learn: How Fable Beard Co. started from a personal need and became a national brand The storytelling strategy that transformed ordinary grooming products into collectible experiences What it's like running a business with your spouse How Megan navigates leadership as a woman in a male-dominated industry The challenges and rewards of bootstrapping a company from the ground up Why community building has been critical to Fable's growth Lessons learned from making only $7,000 in their first year How they scaled to millions in annual revenue and earned spots on the Inc. 5000 list Their approach to balancing business ownership and parenting Marketing strategies that helped fuel growth through Facebook, Meta, Google, and organic content Key Takeaway "You don't need permission to lead. Whether you're building a company, raising a family, or doing both at the same time, confidence grows through action." Connect with Megan Gray & Fable Instagram: @fablebeautybytheprincess @fablebeardco @theprincessfbc Websites: FableBeauty.com FableBeardCo.com Connect with Camille: Instagram: @CamilleWalker.co Podcast: @CallMeCEOPodcast Try the 5-minute routine tomorrow and tag @CallMeCEOPodcast on Instagram with your biggest takeaway. Schedule a free discovery call with Camille! https://calendly.com/callmeceopodcast/discovery-call-with-camille

July 28, 202630 min

310: The Non-Techie Mom Who Built an AI App at Her Kitchen Table

Send us Fan Mail What if you didn’t need a tech background, investors, or a perfectly mapped-out plan to build a real app? In this episode of Call Me CEO , Camille sits down with K Botkin, a millennial mom of two and corporate leader who turned a personal frustration into a powerful solution for modern motherhood. With zero coding experience, K taught herself how to build Kin—an AI-powered assistant designed specifically for moms carrying the mental load of everyday life. What started as a late-night idea at her kitchen table quickly became a fully launched app helping women simplify meal planning, grocery shopping, scheduling, budgeting, and more. Together, they dive into: What it really looks like to build a tech product as a non-technical founder The mental load of motherhood and why it sparked the creation of Kin How AI can actually simplify life for moms instead of overwhelm them Building confidence when you don’t feel “qualified” The reality of creating something after bedtime, between work, and real life Why the future of AI belongs to everyday moms—not just tech experts K also shares how resistance from traditional workplace systems pushed her to explore AI independently, and how she began building tools not just for herself—but for moms everywhere who feel like they’re constantly trying to “do it all.” This is a conversation about motherhood, innovation, and what becomes possible when you stop waiting to feel ready. About the Guest: K Botkin is a millennial mom of two young boys, full-time corporate leader, and founder of Kinyoudoitall. She is the creator of Kin, an AI assistant app designed to help moms reduce the mental load of daily life through meal planning, scheduling, budgeting, and more. She also runs the kinyoudoitall.com blog and community, where she teaches non-technical moms how to use AI in practical, everyday ways. Resources & Links: Instagram: https://instagram.com/kinyoudoitall Website: https://kinyoudoitall.com Free AI 101 Guide for Moms: https://stan.store/kinyoudoitall Download Kin (iOS): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kin-ai-assistant-for-moms/id6763621685 Download Kin (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kinyoudoitall.kin Connect with Camille: Instagram: @CamilleWalker.co Podcast: @CallMeCEOPodcast Try the 5-minute routine tomorrow and tag @CallMeCEOPodcast on Instagram with your biggest takeaway. Schedule a free discovery call with Camille! https://calendly.com/callmeceopodcast/discovery-call-with-camille

July 21, 2026Episode 30944 min

309: Turning Pain Into Purpose: The Story Behind SupportNow

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a business idea doesn't work—and you have the courage to pivot anyway? In this episode of Call Me CEO, Camille sits down with Jordan, CEO and co-founder of SupportNow, a platform helping families navigate life's most challenging moments through community support, fundraising, meal coordination, volunteer scheduling, and updates—all in one place. Today, SupportNow has supported more than 180,000 users and helped raise over $11 million for families in need. But the journey to get there wasn't straightforward. Jordan shares the behind-the-scenes story of launching a completely different product, raising more than $1 million in funding, realizing it wasn't gaining traction, and making the difficult decision to pivot. That decision ultimately led to creating a platform that is making a meaningful difference for families facing cancer diagnoses, medical challenges, loss, special needs situations, and other major life events. Together, Camille and Jordan discuss entrepreneurship, motherhood, resilience, community, and why learning how to receive support may be just as important as giving it. One of the biggest lessons from this conversation is that success doesn't always come from getting it right the first time. Sometimes it comes from listening, adapting, and having the courage to change course. Whether you're building a business, supporting a loved one, or navigating a difficult season yourself, this episode offers a powerful reminder that community matters. Connect with Jordan: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-arogeti/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supportnow_org • Learn more about SupportNow : https://www.supportnow.org/ • Listen to the Moms Like Me podcast: https://www.momslikemepodcast.com/ • Follow Jordan for insights on entrepreneurship, motherhood, and community support Connect with Camille: Instagram: @CamilleWalker.co Podcast: @CallMeCEOPodcast Try the 5-minute routine tomorrow and tag @CallMeCEOPodcast on Instagram with your biggest takeaway. Schedule a free discovery call with Camille! https://calendly.com/callmeceopodcast/discovery-call-with-camille

July 14, 2026Episode 30841 min

308: She Built an App in 7 Weeks After Emergency Surgery

Send us Fan Mail What if the thing standing between you and your next big idea isn't time, money, or experience—but simply taking the first step? In this episode of Call Me CEO, Camille sits down with entrepreneur and app founder Julia Leffler to discuss the creation of Releve, a habit-tracking app designed to help people build consistency through community accountability and AI-powered coaching. What makes Julia's story especially inspiring is that she launched the app in just seven weeks while recovering from emergency gallbladder surgery and raising two young children. She shares how she self-funded the project, used AI tools to streamline development and marketing, and embraced progress over perfection to bring her idea to life. Together, Camille and Julia discuss entrepreneurship, motherhood, habit-building, mindfulness, and why waiting for the "perfect time" often keeps women from pursuing their biggest goals. In this episode, you'll learn: • How Julia built and launched Releve in just seven weeks • The surprising low-cost strategy she used to develop the app • How AI tools helped accelerate content creation and business growth • Why community accountability can make habits stick • Practical ways to reduce decision fatigue as a busy mom • How consistent small actions create momentum in business and life • The connection between mindfulness, self-care, and leadership • Why "There's never a right time. There's just now." One of Julia's biggest lessons from building Releve is a reminder every entrepreneur needs to hear: You may be more qualified than you think. The only way to find out is to start. Connect with Julia: Releve App (currently available on iOS, Android launching soon) https://apps.apple.com/us/app/relev%C3%A9-habit-tracker/id6761378833 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-leffler/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/releve.habits/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@releve_habits Connect with Camille: Instagram: @CamilleWalker.co Podcast: @CallMeCEOPodcast Try the 5-minute routine tomorrow and tag @CallMeCEOPodcast on Instagram with your biggest takeaway. Schedule a free discovery call with Camille! https://calendly.com/callmeceopodcast/discovery-call-with-camille

July 7, 2026Episode 30720 min

307: The Year My Body Said No: Lessons in Leadership, Health & Capacity

Send us Fan Mail In this personal solo episode of Call Me CEO, Camille shares the unexpected lessons she learned during a year filled with major family transitions, health challenges, and a complete re-evaluation of what success really means. After a health crisis landed her in the emergency room last fall, Camille was forced to slow down, ask for help, and confront the reality that pushing harder wasn’t the answer. Through navigating motherhood, business ownership, physical recovery, and emotional processing, she discovered that growth doesn’t always look like expansion. Sometimes it looks like simplifying, healing, and learning to listen. In this episode, Camille shares: • Why growth sometimes feels like being stripped down instead of building up • The health scare that changed how she approaches work and life • Managing personal capacity and learning to say no • The challenges of navigating multiple family transitions at once • How breathwork became a powerful tool for emotional processing • What low iron, vitamin deficiencies, and hormone health taught her about wellness • The importance of getting blood work and understanding your body’s unique needs • How she uses her Oura Ring to track sleep, stress, and recovery • Why clarity creates confidence in both life and business • The surprising power of slowing down and receiving support Whether you’re navigating a difficult season, feeling overwhelmed, or simply trying to balance business and family life, this episode serves as a reminder that your health, energy, and well-being matter. Connect with Camille: Website: camillewalker.co Podcast: Call Me CEO Instagram: @callmeceopodcast

June 30, 202635 min

306: Building From Scratch (Twice): What Failure Taught Me About Success

Send us Fan Mail What if you didn’t have to choose between building a successful business and being present in your life? In this episode of Call Me CEO , I sit down with Arvi Carkanji, founder and CEO of Elite Talent Recruiting, a boutique headhunting firm helping high-growth startups hire top-tier talent. But Arvi’s story isn’t a straight path to success. She moved to the United States at 17 with no safety net, put herself through college cleaning houses and babysitting, built a business that failed… and then made the decision to start over. And this time, she built differently. In just a few years, she’s grown a thriving business with a 92% retention rate and become a trusted partner to founders and executives—but what makes this conversation so powerful isn’t just the success. It’s the honesty. We talk about failure, starting from scratch, competing in a saturated industry, and the very real tension of building a business while raising a child. If you’ve ever wondered if you can really “have both”… this episode will give you a grounded, honest perspective on what that actually looks like. Connect with Arvi: Website: Elite Talent Recruiting LinkedIn: Arvi Carkanji Instagram: @arvicarkanji Connect with Camille: Instagram: @CamilleWalker.co Podcast: @CallMeCEOPodcast Try the 5-minute routine tomorrow and tag @CallMeCEOPodcast on Instagram with your biggest takeaway. Schedule a free discovery call with Camille! https://calendly.com/callmeceopodcast/discovery-call-with-camille