Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Women Leaders on the Move - HerCsuite® Radio
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| Design Your Portfolio Life: Mindset, Money, and What Comes Next with Lisa Sakai, Founder, One Vision Financial | 18 Jun 2025 | 00:21:21 | |
In today's episode, special guest Lisa Sakai, founder of One Vision Retirement and Bucket List Financial Planner, shares the secret to to designing the life of your dreams with host Natalie Benamou. Whether you're contemplating a career pivot, exploring board service, or dreaming of starting a mosaic career, this episode will shift how you think about what’s possible and how to fund it. Lisa and Natalie are thrilled to be launching a Portfolio Career Program designed to help you move into your next chapter with clarity, confidence, and the right strategy. Find out more here. About Our Guest: Lisa Sakai is a Financial Consultant who works with clients on Bucket List Acceleration, getting to live the life they want now. As the co-founder of One Vision Retirement, she has been working with clients across the country for over 12 years. Lisa's advice provides easy to understand, baby steps that people can take action on right away. Connect with Lisa Sakai: Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Reinventing Careers: Journey from Marketing to Fashion, with Dianne Boyer, Founder Dianne in Style | 11 Jun 2025 | 00:25:20 | |
In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou sits down with special guest Dianne Boyer, who made a bold move in her 60s from a successful career in corporate marketing to becoming a fashion stylist helping women over 50 feel confident. Dianne shares her path from leading national campaigns at General Motors to launching a blog in honor of her mother with her niece. Her story is filled with warmth and clarity as she explains why style is more than matching pieces of clothing, it’s creating a personal brand. Dianne is a Brand Builder Sponsor at the Thrive in 2025 Women’s Leadership Conference in Chicago. She is also a featured author in the anthology with other women over 50 in The Power of What's Next: Bold Moves by Design, launching in August 2025. Dianne’s story will inspire you to think differently about what’s possible—and remind you that reinvention has no age limit. Thank you Dianne, for being a valued member of HerCsuite and author in the upcoming anthology! Meet Dianne in person at the Thrive in 2025 Conference June 25th and June 26th in Chicagoland. About Our Guest: Dianne Boyer is a personal stylist helping women over 50 feel confident and current through style. With a background in corporate and fashion marketing, she now empowers women to express themselves through style that reflects who they are today. Her styling tips have been featured on TV, Real Simple, People, and Today.com. Dianne believes it’s never too late to love what you see in the mirror. Connect with Dianne Boyer: Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| AI Tools and Financial Strategies Every Entrepreneur Needs to Grow with Carlyn Bushman, CEO, CMB Brands, LLC | 08 Apr 2025 | 00:25:09 | |
In today's episode, special guest Carlyn Busman, powerhouse entrepreneur and educator, unpacks with host Natalie Benamou what every service-based business owner needs to know right now. From using AI to build custom SOPs and track strategy KPIs to navigating uncertain financial waters with confidence, Carlyn shares practical, real-world ways to grow your business without burning out. Thank you Carlyn for being a featured guest today and for being a speaker for HerCsuite® Women Entrepreneur Mastermind. About Our Guest: Founder of Carlyn Bushman Consulting & POP Academy, Carlyn is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs through education that’s as structured as collegiate classes but tailored for the fast-paced world of business. As the driving force behind POP Academy, Carlyn creates a dynamic learning environment that blends real-world expertise with actionable insights, helping business owners transform knowledge into growth. With her deep experience in corporate leadership and small business ownership, Carlyn brings a hands-on, practical approach to consulting, guiding entrepreneurs toward sustainable success and profitability. Connect with Carlyn Bushman: This podcast is sponsored by Thrive in 2025 Women's Conference June 25-28th in Chicago. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| How to Say It Shorter with Janine MacLachlan, CEO, Leadership Communications Strategist | 19 Jul 2023 | 00:30:10 | |
In today's episode, special guest Janine MacLachlan and host Natalie Benamou offer a masterclass in effective communication. In this interview, Janine shares all the secrets to winning buy-in at every level by being succinct and clear in your message. If you found this podcast episode helpful, we would love it if you share it with a friend or colleague and rate the episode on Apple podcast. About Our Guest: Janine MacLachlan is on a mission to help leaders get their ideas heard. She does individual coaching and consulting and also conducts workshops to help teams level up their presentation game. Her signature workshop is “Say it Shorter - Break Through the Noise”. Connect with Janine MacLachlan: Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Leading With Courage with Kim “KC” Campbell | 12 Jul 2023 | 00:24:43 | |
In today's episode, special guest Kim "KC" Campbell takes host Natalie Benamou on an in-depth exploration of her personal leadership journey. From her unwavering commitment starting at age 10 to join the Air Force Academy, to being a senior leader in the military, mom, and inspirational speaker, Kim's story shows true resilience. If you found this podcast episode helpful, we would love it if you share it with a friend or colleague and rate the episode on Apple podcasts. Thank you Kim "KC" Campbell, for the amazing insights both in this podcast and in your new book. We thank you for your courageous leadership and for serving our country. Connect with Kim Campbell:
Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| How Leaders Can Overcome Blind Spots with Velma Knowles, Chief Energy Officer, Leaders Pathway | 05 Jul 2023 | 00:22:37 | |
In today's episode, special guest Velma Knowles and host Natalie Benamou discuss how you can leverage your strengths. This interview reveals all the ways you can accelerate your success by understanding your values. If you found this podcast episode helpful, we would love it if you share it with a friend or colleague and rate the episode on apple podcasts. About Our Guest: Velma Knowles is the bestselling author of The Valuable Leader, a Leadership Coach, Human Behavioral Expert, and host of Your Leadership Chat podcast. Leveraging over 20 years of experience and science-based research, she helps organizations build a value-driven culture of belonging. Connect with Velma Knowles: Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Why Compassion Matters for Healthcare Providers with Dr. Erika La Vella | 28 Jun 2023 | 00:22:13 | |
Today's episode is the second of a two-part series featuring special guest Dr. Erika La Vella. She and host Natalie Benamou take an in-depth look into the way nutrition, lifestyle changes, and stress impact our wellness. They discuss the centuries-old indicator called BMI (body mass index) and how it plays a part in deciding health outcomes for larger patients with a BMI over 40.
Thank you Dr. Erika La Vella for being a guest on this podcast for part 2 of this important interview. Sharing a big thanks to Anastasia Lipske, from Access Speakers, who introduced us and is a member of HerCsuite™!
Connect with Erika La Vella: Special Offer Dr. Erika is co-founder of Art of Bariatrics. An online learning and nutrition lifestyle program for women after weight loss surgery. They use science backed gut health and microbiome support to nurture a healthy metabolism. Listeners can use the discount code PODCAST20 to receive 20% off site wide. Dr. Erika is on a mission to make health and healthy weight management accessible to all. Go to artofbariatrics.com to check out the offerings. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| How to Prioritize Your Health with Dr. Erika La Vella | 21 Jun 2023 | 00:23:41 | |
Today's episode is the first in a two-part series with special guest Dr. Erika La Vella, a board-certified general and bariatric surgeon. Dr. La Vella offers her advice to host Natalie Benamou on the importance of a holistic approach to health, focusing on nutrition, surgery, and the mind-body medicine. By incorporating Dr. Erika’s expert advice and focusing on a holistic approach to health, we can all strive to make better choices, improve our well-being, and lead more fulfilling lives.
Thank you, Dr. Erika La Vella, for sharing your insights today and for all the ways you help your patients. We can’t wait for part 2 of this series!
Connect with Erika La Vella:
Special Offer Dr. Erika is co-founder of Art of Bariatrics. An online learning and nutrition lifestyle program for women after weight loss surgery. They use science backed gut health and microbiome support to nurture a healthy metabolism. Listeners can use the discount code PODCAST20 to receive 20% off site wide. Dr. Erika is on a mission to make health and healthy weight management accessible to all. Go to artofbariatrics.com to check out the offerings. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Amplify Your Executive Presence Using Neuroscience with Susan Harrow, CEO Harrow Communications Inc. | 14 Jun 2023 | 00:29:01 | |
In today's episode, special guest Susan Harrow, author of the best-selling book Sell Yourself Without Selling Your Soul® (Harper Collins), sits down with host Natalie Benamou. Together, they dive into grounding techniques that will help you create your own unique stories, stay authentic, and captivate your audience to advance in your life and career.
Thank you Susan Harrow for being on the show today and a special shoutout to HerCsuite™ member and speaker agent, Anastasia Lipske and Access Speakers. We would be so honored if you would share this episode with a friend or colleague today. Connect with Susan Harrow: Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Healthcare Leader to Rare Disease Champion with Lisa Chengary, Senior Director, Engagement Strategy AblesonTaylor | 07 Jun 2023 | 00:22:13 | |
In today's episode, special guest Lisa Chengary shares the arc of her journey from healthcare leader to rare disease champion with host Natalie Benamou. Lisa provides invaluable insights as a caregiver, the challenges of leading during a pandemic, and the importance of advocacy. Join us for this enlightening and inspiring discussion with a truly remarkable healthcare leader.
Thank you, Lisa, for being a featured guest and for inspiring us with your stories of leadership and caregiving. We would be so honored if you would share this podcast with a friend or colleague today. Connect with Lisa Chengary: Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| An Insider View of FemTech with Bethany Corbin, Founder and CEO, FemInnovation | 31 May 2023 | 00:27:02 | |
In today's episode, special guest Bethany Corbin, Founder and CEO of FemInnovation, sits down to talk FemTech with host Natalie Benamou. She shares all the ways women’s healthcare is impacted, from clinical trials to data privacy and more. Thank you Bethany for being a guest on the show! About Our Guest: Bethany is a healthcare innovation and FemTech attorney on a mission to help thought leading companies revolutionize women's health. Through her company FemInnovation, she partners with emerging companies at the forefront of healthcare transformation to ensure they are building robust, scalable, and legally compliant businesses focused on enhancing health equity. Connect with Bethany Corbin: Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| The Power of Being Intentional with Wendi O. Brown, Lt. Colonel (Retired) | 24 May 2023 | 00:30:00 | |
In today's episode, special guest Wendi O. Brown, Lieutenant Colonel (Retired), shares incredible tips, insights and actions that she took to create opportunities to grow her career. Find out how the power of being intentional not only advanced Wendi's career, but led her to pursue being and an expert in Cyber Security and achieve two master degrees. Wendi delivered one of the most popular presentations about Confidence and Visibility. Thank you Wendi O. Brown for being a featured guest and speaker for HerCsuite™ mentorship program. Thank you for listening to the show and shining your light out in the world! We would be honored if you subscribed and shared this episode with a friend or colleague today. Connect with Wendi Brown: Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| How to Move Past Fear and Do It Anyway with Natalie Benamou, Founder, HerCsuite | 17 May 2023 | 00:18:05 | |
In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou shares her experiences with self-doubt and how she learned to push past fear. Learn how to overcome and move past obstacles that might be in your way. Thank you for listening today. Please share this episode with a friend or colleague today. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Your Next Board Seat is Closer Than You Think: Here's How You Get it with Natalie Benamou, Founder HerCsuite® | 01 Apr 2025 | 00:20:28 | |
In this episode, host Natalie Benamou shares insights on landing a board role. Do you know what the number one myth about landing a board position is? It’s the belief that you need to be in the C-suite to qualify. The truth is, you don’t need to be in the C-suite to land a corporate board. But here’s the catch: many women struggle to navigate the board readiness process. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| 5 Ways To Use Improv For the Future of Work with Karen Hough, Founder and CEO, ImprovEdge | 10 May 2023 | 00:26:02 | |
In today's episode, special guest Karen Hough sits down with host Natalie Benamou to talk improv. Karen explains how we can leverage improv to help respond to disruptions happening at the speed of change and why adaptability is essential for leaders in the workplace. Connect with Karen Hough: Thank you for spending your time with us today. This podcast is sponsored by HerCsuite™ Mentoring Made Easy Programs that combine speakers with executive coaches in every cohort. Gain a competitive advantage advancing more women at every level inside your own private network hub in HerCsuite™. Find out more at HerCsuite™ and schedule a call to find the best program and share with us what success looks like for you. Thank you to Karen Hough for being a featured speaker for HerCsuite™ and guest on the show. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| The Art of Public Speaking with Bobbie Carlton, Founder, Innovation Women | 03 May 2023 | 00:24:53 | |
In today's episode, special guest Bobbie Carlton, founder of Innovation Women and TEDx speaker, discusses public speaking with host Natalie Benamou. Bobbie explains all the ways being an engaging speaker will accelerate visibility and help you to be viewed as a thought leader. Thank you to Bobbie Carlton for being a valued alliance partner, and member of HerCsuite™. Connect with Bobbie Carlton: Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Lean In To Your Customers With Meridith Elliott Powell, CSP, CPAE | 19 Apr 2023 | 00:23:48 | |
In today's episode, special guest Meridith Elliott Powell and host Natalie Benamou discuss how to lean in for your customers. Organizations today need a guiding light, and Meridth shares how when the market is challenging, it’s the time to support your customers and navigate through uncertainty. Thank you to Meridith for being on the show and for being a featured speaker of HerCsuite™, and to you for listening to the show! Connect with Meridith Elliot Powell: Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Your Health Equity Matters with Natalie Benamou, Founder HerCsuite | 12 Apr 2023 | 00:12:13 | |
In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou discusses health equity and being ignored in doctors' offices. What happens to the millions of women who don't know how to navigate the system, who need healthcare and aren't able to qualify for clinical trials or other treatments? We can do better. We must do better. Join us May 1st to find out how you can become part of our movement for Women's Health Equity. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Neurodiversity Is A Super Power With Katherine McCord, President, Titan Management | 05 Apr 2023 | 00:21:14 | |
In today's episode, special guest Katherine McCord, President of Titan Management, discusses the hidden superpowers of neurodiversity with host Natalie Benamou. She discusses inclusive innovation and the benefits of having neurodiverse employees. This interview was recorded during Neurodiversity Celebration Week. We encourage all employers and leaders to ReThink the idea of Neurodiverse employees. This episode highlights that we are all unique and when allowed to work in our lane, we can over deliver on expectations and increase innovation, efficiency and lead to greater employee satisfaction. Thank you Katherine for sharing your personal journey on HerCsuite™ Radio today and for making a positive impact for all who know you! Connect with Katherine McCord: This podcast is sponsored by HerCsuite™ Leadership Development Programs. Find out how you can gain a competitive advantage by scheduling a call and find the program that is the best fit for you. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Paying It Forward With Mentorship With Geoff Curtis, Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs And Chief Communications Officer, Horizon | 29 Mar 2023 | 00:24:50 | |
In today's episode, special guest Geoff Curtis and host Natalie Benamou share their experiences with mentorship. Geoff shares an inside look at his career and how a mentor could have shaped key decisions along the way.
Geoff is the executive sponsor of a women's mentorship program inside HerCsuite™, and he exemplifies how sponsorship can make a huge impact for women in their careers.
Connect with Geoff Curtis:
Thank you to Geoff Curtis for being on the show, and for being a sponsor for Horizon's Mentorship program inside HerCsuite™. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Leadership Is All About Trust With Mylene Barizo, Principal, Leadership Ladder | 22 Mar 2023 | 00:25:54 | |
In today's episode, special guest Mylene Barizo and host Natalie Benamou discuss the critical role of trust in strong leadership. Receiving the right guidance is foundational to creating a positive culture where employees thrive. Connect with Mylene Barizo: Thank you to Mylene for being a valued member of HerCsuite™, a featured speaker for HerCsuite™ Cross Organization DEI Council and for being on the show. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| 7 Leadership Values To Advance Your Career With Ilhiana Rojas Saldana | 15 Mar 2023 | 00:24:03 | |
In today's episode, special guest Ilhiana Rojas Saldana, executive leadership coach, sits down with host Natalie Benamou to explore leadership values. They discuss how to integrate your values with those of your team to promote productivity. Ilhiana is a featured speaker for HerCsuite™ Mentoring Program for clients like Horizon, and HerCsuite™ DEI Cross Organizational Council. Thank you for sharing these important insights and how we can apply them in our daily lives. Connect with Ilhiana Saldana: Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| 3 Ways To Make Meetings Better With Laurie Wessels, HerCsuite™ Mentoring Chair And Executive Coach | 08 Mar 2023 | 00:28:17 | |
In today's episode, special guest Laurie Wessels and host Natalie Benamou discuss how to make meetings more productive. They offer actionable advice on how to make your meetings better and more effective. This episode is being released on International Women's Day. Join us for our Embrace Equity Panel at 12 PM CT. Thank you Laurie Wessels for being HerCsuite™ Mentoring Chair, our Executive Coach and for being on the show. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Her Health Equity Matters with Dr. Nicole T. Rochester | 01 Mar 2023 | 00:22:19 | |
In today's episode, special guest Dr. Nicole Rochester and host Natalie Benamou discuss promoting greater equity in the healthcare world. Health equity is essential in providing quality healthcare to all individuals, regardless of background. However, even in the modern healthcare system, gender and racial biases still influence health outcomes. About Our Guest: Dr. Rochester is the founder of Your GPS Doc, which aims to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals, patients, and their families.
Connect with Nicole Rochester: If you found this episode helpful, we would be so honored if you would share it with a friend or colleague. Thank you to Dr. Nicole T. Rochester for being on the show, for being a featured keynote speaker and panelist and member of HerCsuite™. Special thanks to you for listening to the show. We would be honored if you subscribed and shared this episode with a friend or colleague today. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Leading Innovation: How to Drive Change at Every Level with Robyn Bolton, Founder and Chief Navigator, Mile Zero | 26 Mar 2025 | 00:25:54 | |
In today's episode, special guest Robyn Bolton, founder and Chief Navigator of Mile Zero and author of Unlocking Innovation, sits down with host Natalie Benamou. Robyn shares practical insights that make innovation feel more possible—and more urgent—than ever. Together, Natalie and Robyn explore how to lead innovation both at the organizational level and in your own career. From navigating internal roadblocks to finding your own path forward, Robyn offers real strategies grounded in experience, not theory. About Our Guest: Robyn Bolton works with senior executives at medium and large companies who are committed to using innovation to confidently and consistently drive revenue growth. She partners with organizations across a range of industries, including industrial goods, healthcare, consumer products, and education. In addition to her consulting work, Robyn is a professor in the Master of Design Innovation program at the Massachusetts College of Art and Design. Connect with Robyn Bolton: References: Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Kindness Is A Key Component To Inclusion With Raquel Daniels, Vice President And Chief Diversity, Equity And Inclusion Officer | 22 Feb 2023 | 00:26:37 | |
In today's episode, special guest Raquel Daniels and host Natalie Benamou discuss how leaders can promote equity and inclusion among their employees. Raquel discusses what equity truly means, how inclusion happens at the organizational level, and how simple acts like saying 'Hello' can have a ripple effect on the world around us.
Join us March 8th for our Embrace Equity Panel featuring Raquel Daniels. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Imagining The Future With Hope With Roz Usheroff And Natalie Benamou | 15 Feb 2023 | 00:29:29 | |
We are celebrating a milestone today – this is HerCSuite Radio’s 100th episode! Tune in to this hopeful conversation about imagining the future for the better with Roz Usheroff and Natalie Benamou. They discuss how the HerCSuite’s community continues to bring women from all walks of life together and help them have health equity. Connect with Roz Usheroff:
Thank you to Roz Usheroff for being on the show, and to you for listening to the show and shining your light in the world! We would be honored if you subscribed and shared this episode with a friend or colleague today. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Creating Inclusive Organizations Through Effective Leadership And Culture With Gena Cox, Ph.D. | 08 Feb 2023 | 00:23:24 | |
In today's episode, special guest Gena Cox, Ph.D., shares in depth how to be open and transparent from "the top of the house" and what we can all do to create more inclusive workplaces.
Connect with Gena Cox:
HerCsuite™ Radio is sponsored by our Turnkey Speaker Programs. Find out about our Women's History Month Program and Schedule a call to learn more. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| We Are Women Who Change History With Dominique Luster | 01 Feb 2023 | 00:24:40 | |
In today's episode, special guest Dominique Luster and host Natalie Benamou have an emotional discussion about family trees. Dominique believes that we can draw strength from the women who came before us just by knowing their names and what they did in their lifetime. About Our Guest: Dominique Luster is one part archivist, one part researcher, full parts natural-haired bourbon connoisseur. For nearly ten years, she has worked to help communities uplift, honor, and represent the lived experiences of diverse voices and the Black diaspora. Connect with Dominique Luster: Thank you to Dominique Luster for being on the show and to you for listening to the show and shining your light in the world! We would be honored if you subscribed and shared this episode with a friend or colleague today. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| How to KNOCK and Thoughtfully Open Doors with Rebecca Otis Leder | 25 Jan 2023 | 00:23:54 | |
In today's episode, special guest Rebecca Otis Leder, a digital marketing veteran, discusses The Knock Method with host Natalie Benamou. They discuss how to use this method for successful professional networking. Thank you, Rebecca, for this interview, for being a member of HerCsuite™ community, and special thanks to HerCsuite™ member Melanie Neal, Vice President at Terumo BCT and to HerCsuite™ Alliance Partner Bobbie Carlton from Innovation Women.
About Our Guest: Rebecca Otis Leder is a career curriculum designer and trainer, speaker, and bestselling author. She is the Founder of Opportunities Knock, a career development training company helping students, leaders, and teams build meaningful careers. Connect with Rebecca Otis Leder:
Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Building a More Inclusive Culture with Victoria Pelletier, Managing Director, Accenture | 18 Jan 2023 | 00:25:48 | |
In today's episode, special guest Victoria Pelletier, Managing Director at Accenture, sits down with host Natalie Benamou to discuss how organizations can build a more inclusive culture. Thank you, Victoria, for this interview, for being a member of HerCsuite™ community and special thanks to HerCsuite™ Alliance Partner Bobbie Carlton from Innovation Women.
About Our Guest: Victoria Pelletier is a prolific speaker including her program for HerCsuite™ DEI Cross Organization Council. She shares her personal story and carries so much impact that she leaves her audience breathless and wanting more. By the time Victoria was 24 years old, she was the COO of a multinational corporation. With now 20 plus years in corporate leadership, Victoria's held senior roles in companies such as Accenture, IBM, and American Express. Victoria is a wife, mom, and corporate executive. Connect with Victoria Pelletier: Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| The Future of Work Kathy Relias, Vice President, Escalent | 11 Jan 2023 | 00:22:36 | |
In today's episode, special guest Kathy Relias, Vice President at Escalent, discusses with host Natalie Benamou what the future could look like for your organization and workforce. They envision workplaces based on flexibility and agility. About Our Guest: Kathy Relias is a high energy consulting leader working in life sciences. She is also an experienced servant leader and mentor known for building market share, delivering profitable growth and sound strategy for business to business companies. For nearly two decades, Kathy has been building relationships, advising executives and solving problems on many of their most pressing business and marketing challenges by utilizing insights and analytics, consulting services and software. She has also built teams to deliver services, translating to growth and profitability and has P&L experience. Her expertise spans custom insights and consulting, SAAS products and subscription offerings, understanding human behavior and analytics. Connect with Kathy Relias:
Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| The Power of Culture on DEI with Simone Sloan, Founder and CEO of Your Choice Coach | 04 Jan 2023 | 00:26:16 | |
In today's episode, special guest Simone Sloan and host Natalie Benamou brainstorm how to make the culture at your organization more inclusive at all levels. They discuss the nuances of DEI to create a truly inclusive workplace culture. About Our Guest: Simone has held senior roles at Fortune 500 companies across marketing, communications, medical affairs, sales, and global business strategy. Her tenure includes successfully launching and leading products and services, implementing programs for key stakeholders across the globe, and developing and training sales, medical, and technical teams. Connect with Simone Sloan:
Thank you, Simone, for this interview, for being a featured speaker and valued member of HerCsuite™ Member Community! Special thanks to HerCsuite™ member and speaker Tosca DiMatteo!
Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| The Ripple Effect of Firsts with Natalie Benamou, HerCsuite™ Founder | 28 Dec 2022 | 00:13:13 | |
In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou discusses the ripple effect. One small choice you make can have a profound impact others. This is the final episode in our gratitude series.
Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Improving Cancer Patient Treatment with Amanda Schalk | 21 Dec 2022 | 00:14:46 | |
In today's episode, special guest Amanda Schalk shares how she is improving outcomes for cancer patients with host Natalie Benamou. She discusses how she is innovating a cancer treatment using enzymes that will reduce adverse side effects for cancer patients. Connect with Amanda Schalk:
With gratitude this holiday season and always to our advisors, members, team, friends and family. Thank you! | |||
| Changing the Future of Women’s Heart Care with Dr. Simin Lee, Founder and CEO, Systole Health | 19 Mar 2025 | 00:29:15 | |
In today's episode, special guest Dr. Simin Lee, board-certified cardiologist and CEO of Systole Health, shares her mission to change women's heart health with host Natalie Benamou. Dr. Lee discusses the urgent need for better cardiac care for women, the power of group medical visits, and how she’s revolutionizing access to life-saving treatment. About Our Guest: Dr. Simin Gharib Lee is a board-certified cardiologist and behavioral scientist trained at the Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA. In her experience as a physician, she has cared for many patients with obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, and other chronic conditions who yearn for comprehensive medical treatment that incorporates the power of social connection. In her free time, she runs marathons and enjoys every free minute with her husband and two sons. She holds a BA, MD, and MBA from Harvard University. Connect with Simin Lee: Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Intentional Career Development with Christine Render, Founder, CEO of ScaleUp - HerCsuite™ Member, Facilitator and Speaker | 14 Dec 2022 | 00:23:40 | |
In today's episode, special guest Christine Render sits down with host Natalie Benamou to discuss success and developing your career. This interview is part of our gratitude series featuring our amazing HerCsuite™ members.
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Thank you Christine Render for being a valued member of HerCsuite™ and for making a lasting impact for all women. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Creating Innovative Impact for Women with Wendy White, HerCsuite™ Member and Speaker | 07 Dec 2022 | 00:19:48 | |
In today's episode, special guest Wendy White and host Natalie Benamou discuss making an innovative impact for women and the phenomenon of unpaid caregivers.
About Our Guest: Wendy White is a Board Director, CEO, Entrepreneur, Life Science Executive, Rare Disease Specialist, Founding Member of HerCsuite™ and Speaker. Hear her personal story that inspired her to make an impact for women. Wendy shares her personal story searching for answers when her third child was diagnosed with a rare disease. That experience shaped her business career as a serial entrepreneur in the healthcare digital space, owning and selling several companies. As a lifelong Servant leader, Wendy exemplifies Board leadership helping to secure funding for Ceek Women's Health. Connect with Wendy White:
Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Leadership, Culture and Diversity Across Organizations with Eliza Gonzalez, Cathy Skala and Lydia Rohn, HerCsuite™ DEI Council Co-Chairs | 30 Nov 2022 | 00:27:15 | |
Today's episode features a panel of special guests, DEI Cross Organization Council Co-Chairs: Cathy Skala, Eliza Gonzalez, and Lydia Rohn. With host Natalie Benamou, they offer their insights into DEI, HR, and cultural transformation.
Thank you Cathy Skala, Eliza Gonzalez and Lydia Rohn for sharing your insights today. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Bold Your Brave - A Personal Journey with Natalie Benamou, Founder HerCsuite™ | 23 Nov 2022 | 00:09:51 | |
In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou shares her personal experiences about her journey as an entrepreneur, mother, and leader. She tells the heartfelt story of her eldest daughter's complex medical issues and the need for a supportive community as a small business owner.
Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Making the Most Out of Every Day with Diane Forster, Intentional Living Expert | 16 Nov 2022 | 00:24:08 | |
In today's episode, special guest Diane Forster and host Natalie Benamou discuss how to make the most out of every day and finding your purpose. They contemplate how best to realize your dreams.
About Our Guest: Diane Forster is a bestselling author, award-winning inventor, Ted Speaker, TV host, podcaster, intentional living expert, and reinvention specialist.
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Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| How to Amplify Employees on LinkedIn with Danielle Zeitlen Hughes | 09 Nov 2022 | 00:20:55 | |
In today's episode, special guest Danielle Zeitlen Hughes and host Natalie Benamou discuss marketing and personality brands. They explore turning employees into personality brand ambassadors on LinkedIn.
About Our Guest: Danielle Zeitlen Hughes is a Chief Personality Officer at More than Words Marketing. She helps individuals and organizations develop their own Personality Brand. She has a focus on bios and content creation, and she helps organizations align the importance of having a strong personality brand with being an ambassador for the organization externally. Connect with Danielle Zeitlen Hughes:
Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Maximizing Career Opportunities with Dr. Jessi Farris, DVM, MBA | 02 Nov 2022 | 00:22:25 | |
In today's episode, special guest Dr. Jessi Farris and host Natalie Benamou discuss success and career opportunities. Discover how you can stay engaged in your open window zone and keep flying to new heights. About Our Guest: Dr. Jessi Farris is the Vice President of Campus Relations and Clinical Recruiting at Heartland Veterinary Partners. She has had a fast-paced career from being a veterinarian, getting her MBA and now being a Vice President.
Thank you Dr. Jessi for being a valued member of HerCsuite™ and guest on HerCsuite™ Radio! Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Centered Leadership Using Energy and Purpose with Dr. Sandra Lewis | 26 Oct 2022 | 00:19:51 | |
In today's episode, special guest Dr. Sandra Lewis sits down for a conversation with host Natalie Benamou. They discuss how to fill up your cup, re-energize, and make sure that you are tapping into your purpose. About Our Guest: Dr. Sandra Lewis is a psychologist and personal energy strategist connecting professional women with resources to sustain purpose-driven leadership and impact in their industry. She is author of the book Life In 4 Part Harmony. Connect with Dr. Sandra Lewis: Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Creating the Mindset for Sustainable Business Success with Samantha Hartley | 19 Oct 2022 | 00:22:25 | |
In today's episode, special guest Samantha Hartley and host Natalie Benamou discuss how to maximize and intertwine your genius with your joy. Samantha shares how to get better results for your clients and price your services for maximum growth, profit, and joy.
An outspoken voice for women entrepreneurs and against Grind Culture, ex-corporate business consultant Samantha Hartley works with consultants who are ready to break through the plateau and MULTIPLY their revenues. Samantha helps them multiply their revenues without exhaustion by working with perfect clients on transformational engagements so they can have profitable, joyful consultancies. Connect with Samantha Hartley: Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Taking a Risk to Resilience with Cynthia Kallile | 12 Oct 2022 | 00:26:44 | |
In today's episode, special guest Cynthia Kallile and host Natalie Benamou risk-taking and the triumphs and challenges of owning a business. About Our Guest: Cynthia Kallile brings a wealth of experience to her work as a marketing and communications sub-consultant following a successful career in corporate communications. She founded a national specialty food business with retail and mail order operations today. She brings a unique and timely perspective to clients, colleagues, and entrepreneurs. Connect with Cynthia Kallie: Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Elevate Your Success By Focusing on Being with Megan Van Buiten, Co-Founder, People Conduit | 12 Mar 2025 | 00:23:38 | |
In today's episode, host Natalie Benamou sits down with her coach Megan Van Buiten, Co-Founder and Head of Mindset, Performance, and Leadership at People Conduit. Together, they explore how stepping away from the constant action of doing and instead focusing on being creates a powerful transformation. Megan's inspiring journey and actionable advice will encourage you to shine brightly on your unique path. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your understanding of self-discovery and identity alignment. Special thanks to Megan for her coaching advice today! About Our Guest: Megan Van Buiten has 15 years of experience in leadership development, talent acquisition, and performance coaching. As the Co-CEO and Head of Mindset, Performance, and Leadership Coaching at People Conduit, she helps leaders build high-performing teams and navigate change with confidence. Known for her intuitive coaching style and strong networking skills, Megan is dedicated to fostering growth and lasting connections. Connect with Megan Van Buiten: Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Mobilizing Women to Vote with Joanna Peña-Bickley | 05 Oct 2022 | 00:21:22 | |
In today's episode, special guest Joanna Peña-Bickley and host Natalie Benamou discuss empowering women to take action and vote. This interview took place on the 102nd anniversary of the 19th amendment on Women's Equality Day, and the right to vote for all women didn't get realized until 1975. About Our Guest: Joanna Peña-Bickley is a Chief Design Officer, Board Member, Advisor, Investor & Speaker. Joanna Peña-Bickley, is a design technologist, known as the mother of Cognitive Experience Design and pioneer in AI-aided, generative design. She is propelled by a multidisciplinary acumen in research, design, tech, and data modeling. Connect with Joanna Peña-Bickley: Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Empowering Women Through Mentorship with Tricia Beck #1 Amazon New Release Author | 28 Sep 2022 | 00:20:12 | |
In today's episode, special guest Tricia Beck and host Natalie Benamou discuss empowering women through mentorship. It is one of the post powerful resources and the fastest way for you to accelerate your career.
About Our Guest: Tricia Beck has been a passionate advocate of personal and professional development for nearly 40 years as a teacher trainer, coach, speaker, and founder of back leadership in her number one, bestselling Amazon debut book, mentoring lifts, and inspires women, empowering women, Tricia draws from her diverse background to support business women in achieving goals and living an inspired life. Tricia shares personal experiences about mentorship in her #1 Best Selling Book Mentoring Lifts and Inspires: Women Empowering Women. Connect with Tricia Beck:
Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||
| Reimagining the Future of Events with Naomi Kent and Natalie Benamou | 21 Sep 2022 | 00:17:55 | |
In today's episode, special guest Naomi Kent and host Natalie Benamou discuss the transforming landscape of events at the moment. They consider the future of events and how to add value to the attendee experience and the company's business goals. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join us at HerCsuite.com, or connect with host Natalie Benamou on LinkedIn. | |||