Explore every episode of the podcast CEO School with Suneera Madhani
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| CEO Week Live Panel A: Exits, Valuations, and All Things MONEY | 21 Oct 2026 | 00:51:24 | |
The panel's one demand: know your numbers cold. Suneera's AI C-Suite gives you five agents, including a CFO that puts revenue, cash, and margins on your desk every morning. Start here: https://bit.ly/AI-C-Suite --- Welcome back to CEO School! In this energizing live episode, Suneera Madhani celebrates her birthday in true CEO School fashion—with an in-studio audience of dynamic female founders and a power panel of women experts who don't shy away from discussing the real stories behind the money, exits, and deals that shape entrepreneurial journeys. Joined by Michelle Taylor, financial advisor at GFG Solutions, legal powerhouse Gwen Griggs, and private equity and talent expert Vivian Gonzalez, the conversation tears down the taboos around wealth creation, exit strategies, and what really happens before, during, and after a business sale. From common misconceptions about exits and the emotional side of selling a business, to the must-know details about valuation and building generational wealth, this episode is a candid, unfiltered look at how women can, and should, think bigger about money and their long-term business goals. Whether you're bootstrapping your business, eyeing your first million, or simply curious about the exit landscape, this episode promises behind-the-scenes insights and honest advice that every founder should hear. Pull up a seat for conversations you won't hear anywhere else! Time Stamps: (00:00) A live birthday episode with powerhouse female founders (03:28) Meet the exit table: lawyer, wealth advisor, recruiter (09:15) What every founder misses before the exit moment (11:04) Why a full sale isn't your only exit (15:13) The myth that your business is too small to sell (20:59) Know your valuation like you know home comps (25:28) Asking AI for your industry's multiples, live on air (30:29) The deals where private equity takes advantage (32:50) Why 70 to 80% of founders regret selling (36:45) The "good enough" number is smaller than you think (42:15) Suneera reveals her $10 million first-exit take-home (48:43) Revenue is vanity, profit is sanity Connect With Michelle Taylor: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/women_in_wealth/ Website: https://womeninwealth.co/ Connect With Gwen Griggs: Website: https://www.advoslegal.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/griggsgwen/ Connect With Vivian Gonzalez: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vivian-gonzalez-5671783/ Website: https://www.parkcapitalsearch.com/ Share this with your business bestie! ------------------------------------------- The women at this table are all in the room with us at the Millionaire Founders Club. That's the caliber. We close the year together in Miami this December. There is still a spot for you: https://bit.ly/MFCApplication --- Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We’re on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ceo-school TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschool Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/. -------------------------------------- SOCIAL Hashtags: #CEOSchool #FemaleFounders #WomenInBusiness #WomenEntrepreneurs #BusinessPodcast #ExitStrategy #BusinessValuation | |||
| How Her AI Agent Landed Her on The CEO School Podcast | 14 Oct 2026 | 00:48:33 | |
Suneera mentioned the AI C-suite she runs her companies on. The VIP Experience is where those five agents get installed in yours, live, with your real numbers. Get them here: https://bit.ly/CEOWeekVIP Welcome back to the CEO School Podcast! Today, Suneera sits down with Andrea Palacio, the AI and automation strategist behind Crewless, who spent four years running an e-commerce business from a 42-foot catamaran before buying a landscaping company that nearly broke her. Five days after closing, the seller took their money and disappeared. Within two months the team dropped from twelve people to two, her husband was cutting lawns in the Florida heat, and Andrea was locked in the bathroom crying while her babies waited outside the door. What she built next changed the math. One AI receptionist, one automated follow-up system, and a $750,000 offer she turned down because the business no longer needed her in it. She walks through what to automate first, the question that tells you whether a task needs you at all, why most founders end up with AI slop instead of results, and the agent that pitched her onto this show without her writing a single word. Let's get into it! Andrea paid for the best coaches in the world because learning through your own time and energy is the most expensive way to learn. Time Stamps: (00:00) Meet the AI strategist who ran a company crewless Connect With Andrea Palacio: https://www.instagram.com/andreapalacio/ Share this with a founder who swears she'll automate it all right after this one busy season. ---------------------------------------- MFC is where women scaling past seven figures get the shortcut from founders who already built it: https://bit.ly/MFCApplication --- Less than 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We’re on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ceo-school TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschool Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/. ------------------------------------- SOCIAL Hashtags: #CEOSchool #WomenInBusiness #FemaleFounders #FounderToCEO #MillionDollarBusiness #WomenEntrepreneurs #AIForBusiness #AIAutomation #AIAgents #ClaudeCode #BusinessSystems #TimeAudit | |||
| The 5 AI agents every CEO needs | 07 Oct 2026 | 00:27:46 | |
Skip the months of trial and error it takes to create AI agents. Suneera built her AI C-Suite around her own companies and frameworks, and it's ready to upload into your business. CEO Week has wrapped, but you can still get the full C-Suite, all 5 live-call replays and a live AI implementation session with her. Get the CEO Week VIP Experience: https://bit.ly/CEOWeekVIP -- Welcome back to the CEO School Podcast. In this episode, Suneera shares how she runs two companies, Worth AI and CEO School, with five AI agents that gave her 12 hours back last week alone. She walks through each one: an inbox triage agent that briefs her every morning, a Voice Bible trained on six years of her content, a real-time finance dashboard she can question like a CFO, a calendar agent that enforces her boundaries, and a mom chief of staff that handles school emails, meal plans and travel. This is AI through a CEO lens. The goal is building agents that work like employees, and prompting alone won't get you there. If AI still feels like your team's job, this episode makes the case that it starts with you. Time Stamps: (00:00) Why AI is an employee, not a prompt Share this with a founder who still opens her inbox before her coffee. -------------------------------------------- Five agents can give you 12 hours back. What you do with those hours depends on who's in the room with you. The Millionaire Founders Club is where 7- and 8-figure founders compare playbooks, AI ones included. Apply here: https://bit.ly/MFCApplication --- Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We’re on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ceo-school TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschool Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/. ---------------------------------------- SOCIAL Hashtags: #CEOSchool #SuneeraMadhani #WomenInBusiness #FemaleFounder #FounderToCEO #AIForBusiness #AIAgents #ClaudeAI #ChiefOfStaff #CEOProductivity #ScaleYourBusiness #WomenWhoLead | |||
| How To Get A Man To Do Anything You Want - with Monica Yates | 30 Sep 2026 | 00:54:03 | |
The CEO Accelerator just got upgraded. You still get the full CEO OS, including the 6-Hour CEO day from this episode. Now, as you go through each module, you also build your own AI CEO Advisor, trained on my frameworks and your business. Join before Friday, Oct 2 at midnight ET and save $500. https://accelerator.theceoschool.com/join-now --- Welcome back to the CEO School Podcast! Why can the most capable women run a company but not sit on their own couch for 10 minutes? Monica Yates, trauma healer, New York Times bestselling author of Becoming Her, and founder of a multimillion-dollar business, grew up believing being a woman was the bad end of the stick. This week she joins Suneera to get honest about the girl boss era, hyper-independence, and why so many high-performing women wear burnout as a badge of honor. You'll hear why mindset work only gets you 20% of the way, why nervous system tools are still a Band-Aid, and why we'll justify the designer shoes before we'll hire help. Then it gets practical: the do-nothing test, the 5-minute parked-car reset, the 6-hour CEO day, and the one sentence that gets him to plan the date. If you've ever felt guilty for resting, this one is for you. Time Stamps: (00:00) Why wanting to be claimed felt like weakness to her (01:00) Meet Monica Yates, who women call after trying everything (03:20) Growing up believing being a woman was the bad deal (05:57) Why herbs failed and energetics brought her period back (08:47) Mindset is only 20%, here's where the other 80% lives (13:02) The girl boss era taught us to lead like men (20:07) Why high-performing women refuse to ask for help (24:44) Why YSL shoes are easier to justify than a housekeeper (27:25) The do-nothing test that exposes your stuck nervous system (37:15) Real rest for women who can't skip the office (40:10) Inside the 6-Hour CEO day: only 2 hours external (49:26) How to ask for a date without making him feel like he's failing ---------------------------------------------- Monica said it best: "We are not made to be alone." Women start more businesses than ever, and too many end up running them solo. Millionaire Founders Club is where you stop figuring it out alone and build next to women who are doing it too. Apply here: https://bit.ly/MFCApplication Connect with our Monica at: Website: https://monicayateshealth.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/monicayateshealth/ Soft & Ambitious program: https://monicayateshealth.com/pages/soft-and-ambitious Share this with a founder who can't brush her teeth without checking her email. --- Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We're on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ceo-school TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschool Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/. ----------------------------------------- SOCIAL Hashtags: #CEOSchool #SuneeraMadhani #FemaleFounder #WomenInBusiness #WomenEntrepreneurs #CEOMindset #Burnout #NervousSystemHealing #FeminineEnergy #WorkingMoms #BecomingHer #MonicaYates #TraumaHealer | |||
| How to Handle Crisis Management with PR Expert Megan Paquin | 23 Sep 2026 | 00:49:49 | |
Megan built an agency that kept running while she was out for surgery; that is the job. The CEO Accelerator is officially open, now with an AI layer that turns our CEO playbooks and your real numbers into your custom operating system. Enroll before October 2 and get $500. → https://bit.ly/TheCEOAccelerator -- Your reputation is the one asset you cannot buy back, and most founders only start thinking about it after it is already on fire. This week on the CEO School Podcast, Suneera sits down with Megan Paquin, the crisis and reputation strategist that Fortune 100 brands and Supreme Court cases call on during the worst week of their lives. Megan breaks down how to build reputational equity before you ever need it: claim your owned media, run the PESO model in the right order, and stop pouring money into paid ads before the rest is working. She and Suneera get honest about the relationship habit costing women founders deals they never see coming, and what it actually takes to build a business that keeps moving when you step away. If visibility and trust are on your 2026 list, start here. ----------------------------------------------------------- Time Stamps: (00:00) Meet Megan Paquin, the crisis call top-tier CEOs make Connect with Megan: Share this with a founder who swears a crisis will never come knocking. Megan is one of our Millionaire Founders Club members, and she said it best: the room "makes you feel a lot less alone and a lot more capable." If you are a 7-figure CEO ready for that table, apply to the MFC here: https://bit.ly/MFCApplication --- Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We’re on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ceo-school TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschool Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/. ----------------------------------------------------- #CEOSchool #FemaleFounders #WomenInBusiness #WomenEntrepreneurs #FounderToCEO #WomenWhoLead #BusinessPodcast #PublicRelations #CrisisManagement #ReputationManagement #PRStrategy #OwnedMedia | |||
| How To Think Like A Billionaire with Elena Cardone | 16 Sep 2026 | 01:23:15 | |
Elena became the CEO in her head before the proof ever arrived. CEO Week is where you build the operating system to back it up: 5 FREE days of live training to get you out of the execution seat and into the role. Save your seat: https://accelerator.theceoschool.com/ceo-week Welcome back to CEO School! In this powerful and deeply inspiring episode, Suneera Madhani sits down with billionaire entrepreneur, mother, and visionary leader Elena Cardone for a candid conversation about mindset, partnership, success, and the journey from founder to CEO. Elena Cardone built a billion-dollar empire alongside Grant, raised two self-determined daughters, and did it by deciding who she was long before the bank account caught up. She hands Suneera the actual mechanics: how to assume the beingness of the CEO you're becoming, why your reactive brain keeps rerunning old survival decisions, and the be-do-have order most founders get backward. We also get into the rules that protect an empire: why you stop venting about your partner and your team, how "one team, sky is black" keeps a marriage and a company aligned, and how to raise kids who own their own choices. Grab a pen. This one moves fast and hits identity, money, and motherhood in the same breath. Time Stamps: (00:00) Sitting down with a rare billion-dollar powerhouse (05:27) Punk rock, loss, and leaving New Orleans behind (11:35) Marrying at 30 and unlearning "I need no one" (15:04) Why old survival decisions secretly still run you (24:19) Surviving 2008 by turning marriage into one team (27:23) "Sky is black": having your partner's back publicly (31:45) Redefining success beyond your own accomplishments (37:56) Be, Do, Have: living from your future self now (47:47) The three freedoms every founder is really chasing (51:45) Why you stop venting about your partner and team (58:35) Firing fast and making decisions like a CEO (1:10:36) Raising self-determined kids who own their choices Share this with a founder who's still waiting for her bank account to give her permission to act like a CEO. Connect with Elena at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenacardone/ Website: https://elenacardone.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenacardone/ ----------------------------------------------- Elena built 10X Ladies because women kept getting left out of the rooms where the real bonding happens. That's exactly why the Millionaire Founders Club exists: a high-proximity room of 7-to-8-figure women who get the whole picture, not just the P&L. Apply: https://bit.ly/MFCApplication --- Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We're on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ceo-school TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschool Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/. ---------------------------------------------- SOCIAL Hashtags:#CEOSchool #FounderToCEO #FemaleFounders #WomenInBusiness #WomenEntrepreneurs #The2PercentClub #ElenaCardone #BuildAnEmpire #BeDoHave #CEOMindset #WomenWhoScale #OneTeamOneDream | |||
| Stop Choosing Between Work and Life with Millionaire Mother Cait Scudder | 16 Sep 2026 | 00:49:28 | |
You can have it all, but not while you're the one answering every question and fixing every problem. CEO Week is 5 free days of live training where Suneera hands you the playbooks, the growth strategies, and the full AI C-suite to build a business that runs without you. Save your free seat: https://accelerator.theceoschool.com/ceo-week -- How does every mom become a millionaire? Cait Scudder built a seven-figure business through three pregnancies, with a fourth baby on the way, and she did it by refusing the rule that says ambition and motherhood have to compete. This week she joins Suneera to get honest about mom guilt, the trade-offs you don't see coming, and the moment she stopped shrinking her ambition to make everyone else comfortable.If you've ever cried in a hotel room missing your kids while chasing the work that lights you up, this one is for you. You'll hear why the guilt isn't a flaw to fix, how to build your business around what you actually want instead of what looks impressive, and the reframe that lets you have it all without doing it all.Time Stamps: (01:24) Meet Cait Scudder and the Millionaire Mother brand (04:26) From Bali laptop dreams to a coaching business (07:45) Pregnant, terrified, and sure the business would stall (09:23) Crossing seven figures the year she became a mom (11:12) The birth story that rewired how she works (14:46) The sacred third between grinding and giving up (17:58) The mom guilt talk that refuses to gaslight you (20:18) The camera analogy that reframes every hard trade-off (25:15) Giving yourself permission to want success for YOU (27:25) Trading the martyr operating system for the matriarch (38:54) Why corporate America still fails working mothers (44:38) Reverse-engineering the business your real life wantsConnect with Cait:Website: https://themillionairemother.com/Born for Both Book: https://bornforboth.com/Instagram: @themillionairemother / https://www.instagram.com/themillionairemother/Share this with a mama who thinks she needs permission to want it all for herself.--------------------------------------------------- Cait's advice for building something big: resource yourself with a village. The Millionaire Founders Club is that village for founders; the room where seven- and eight-figure women scale together. Come find yours. Apply here: https://bit.ly/MFCApplication---Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We're on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement.Watch and listen to us at:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ceo-schoolTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschoolLearn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/.----------------------------------------------SOCIAL Hashtags:#CEOSchool #FounderToCEO #FemaleFounders #WomenInBusiness #WomenEntrepreneurs #The2PercentClub #ElenaCardone #BuildAnEmpire #BeDoHave #CEOMindset #WomenWhoScale #OneTeamOneDream | |||
| How to Scale Beyond 7 Figures in Business | 02 Sep 2026 | 00:37:33 | |
Ready to actually make the shift instead of just nodding along? Suneera is hosting CEO Week: a FREE five-day workshop where she'll walk you through four pillars of her CEO Operating System and hand you the playbooks (plus her entire AI C-suite) to plug straight into your business. Be one of the first in the room, and go VIP for the deeper AI sessions. Register here: https://accelerator.theceoschool.com/ceo-week -- Welcome back to CEO School! In this solo episode, Suneera tells the story of the day the business crossed eight figures. She thought she'd feel unstoppable, but instead, she felt trapped. She was the founder who built the whole thing, walking in every morning to firefight for 400 people and realizing she'd become the reason it couldn't grow. And she learned it the hard way: the skills that get you to a million are not the skills that get you to ten. This is the operating system she used to scale Stax to a billion dollars and CEO School right alongside it: her 6P framework for going from founder to CEO. Power, product, pitch, people, profit, process. Six systems, each one a skill you can learn, and your business only ever grows as far as your weakest one. If you're capped, doing all the work, and more hustle keeps landing you back where you started, consider this your personal playbook. Grab a pen and let's go! Time Stamps: (00:00) Introduction (01:00) The day eight figures started to feel like a trap (02:53) Founder mode: The Tuesday that runs you ragged (05:31) Power: Lead the day before it leads you (10:00) Product: The clarity everything downstream depends on (14:30) Pitch: One clear message for the right buyer (18:37) People: Hire owners who own the outcome (23:18) Profit: Revenue is vanity, profit is sanity (25:45) Process: Build the machine that runs without you (31:38) Your business grows only as your weakest pillar (34:10) CEO Week: five free days to make the shift Share this with a founder who's playing whack-a-mole all day and calling it leadership. ------------------------------------------------------------- Suneera said it straight: No one can scale alone. The Millionaire Founders Club is the room where we build together: application-only, curated for women building at +7 figures, operating at the same level, and ready to scale. A few spots are left for new members at the MFC Retreat in New York. Apply before September 7 to join us. https://bit.ly/MFCApplication --- Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We're on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Connect with our Guest at: Website: https://technologymatch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonyacoxturrell/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyaturrell/ Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ceo-school TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschool Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/. ---------------------------------------------------------------- SOCIAL Hashtags:#CEOSchool #FounderToCEO #WomenInBusiness #FemaleFounders #WomenEntrepreneurs #ScaleYourBusiness #SmallBusinessGrowth #Foundermode #CEOMindset #BusinessSystems #ProfitFirst #WomenWhoLead | |||
| Lessons from the Jungle - How to Leave Your Business on Vacation | 26 Aug 2026 | 00:32:55 | |
Lions don't own the jungle alone; they run in a pride. The Millionaire Founders Club is that room: application-only, built for fearless, seven-figure women operating at the same level and ready to move together. We're opening 30 spots for new members at the MFC Retreat in New York. Apply to see if you're a fit. https://bit.ly/MFCApplication -- How do you actually go OOO without your business falling apart? In this episode of the CEO School Podcast, entrepreneur and CEO Suneera Madhani shares powerful leadership and business lessons from spending three weeks completely unplugged in Africa and discovering that her businesses could continue thriving without her. Suneera breaks down three unforgettable leadership lessons inspired by the African wilderness: what a lion, an elephant, and a leopard named Dai Dai teach every CEO about building a business (and a life) that can actually hold. Lions rest 20 hours a day and still own the jungle. Elephants move slowly and carry the force to knock down anything in their path. And Dai Dai spent a whole evening stalking one zebra with perfect patience and total precision. Three animals. Three rules for leading without burning out. If you're an entrepreneur trying to transition from founder to CEO, build scalable business systems, improve your leadership mindset, prevent burnout, and create a company that can operate without your constant involvement, this episode is for you. Time Stamps: (00:00) The Triumphant Return (04:59) Your Vision Should Keep Evolving (06:39) Three Weeks Unplugged in Africa (07:50) Building a Business That Runs Without You (09:50) Returning to Tanzania With Family (13:45) Business Lessons From the African Wilderness (14:21) Lesson #1: Build a Business That Lets You Rest (15:35) The Lion Lesson: Rest and Still Rule the Jungle (17:20) The Elephant Lesson: Slow Down Without Losing Power (20:28) The Leopard Lesson: Focus Before You Strike (25:10) Bringing the Lessons Back Into Business (26:20) Why Fall Is the Season to Accelerate (27:20) Millionaire Founders Club NYC Retreat (28:18) The New AI-Powered Founder to CEO Accelerator (31:19) Rest, Focus & Rule Your Jungle Because your next level doesn't require you to chase everything. Sometimes it requires you to rest like the lion, move like the elephant, and focus like the leopard. Share this with the founder who hasn't taken a real vacation in years. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Suneera left for Africa for three weeks and came back to a business that never missed a beat. Her CEO Operating System made that possible. If yours can't run without you for a week, let alone three, that's your sign to become a CEO. Take the FREE quiz and find out exactly where you're still running your business instead of leading it: https://bit.ly/FounderOrCEOQuiz --- Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We're on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ceo-school TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschool Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/. ------------------------------------------------------------------ | |||
| How to Build a Sales Machine That Closes Without You | 19 Aug 2026 | 00:53:48 | |
Tonya said it best: "You've curated this community where you can see every possibility and be inspired in any direction." That's the Millionaire Founders Club. And this October, we're taking that to NYC for our fall retreat. Only 20 spots open for new members. Apply here: https://bit.ly/MFCApplication Welcome back to CEO School! In today's inspiring episode, Suneera Madhani sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur Tonya Turrell, founder and CEO of Technology Match. With nearly 30 years of experience revolutionizing how technology is bought and sold, Tonya shares the highs, lows, and pivotal moments of her journey, including building and selling two companies, landing on the Inc. 5000 and Female Founder 250 lists, and overcoming bankruptcy. We dive deep into her story of resilience, the challenges and advantages of being a woman in tech, scaling with AI, and her game-changing insights into building successful sales machines. Plus, hear how Tonya prioritized family and freedom after her first business exit, embracing worldschooling with her kids for five years. Get ready for actionable advice, honest conversations, and a behind-the-scenes look at building businesses (and lives) on your own terms. Time Stamps: (00:00) Meet Tonya Turrell: Two-Time Founder and Inc. 5000 CEO Share this with a founder who is still closing every deal herself. This episode is the wake-up call she needs. Connect with Tonya Website: https://technologymatch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonyacoxturrell/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyaturrell/ ------------------------------------------------------ Tonya's biggest unlock this year was finally putting on her CEO hat, and new business ideas immediately followed. If this episode hit close to home, it's time to find out in which areas you are still operating like a founder. Take the quiz: https://bit.ly/FounderOrCEOQuiz---Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We're on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ceo-school TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschool Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/. | |||
| Steal the Decision Framework the Best CEOs Use with Suneera Madhani | 19 Aug 2026 | 00:18:25 | |
You just spent 17 minutes learning why the decision you keep avoiding is the one that will take you to the next level. The MFC Fall Retreat in New York is that decision. Get in the room with women building at the level you're working toward, and who will hold you accountable for actually moving. 👉 https://bit.ly/MFCApplication --Every successful entrepreneur eventually realizes one truth:Avoidance is costing you more than failure ever will.In this episode of CEO School, entrepreneur and founder Suneera Madhani breaks down why founders stay stuck; not because they lack strategy, but because they're avoiding the conversations, decisions, and uncomfortable actions that create real business growth.Whether you're avoiding firing an employee, raising your prices, asking for help, making a difficult leadership decision, or finally launching the business you've been dreaming about, this episode will help you identify what's really holding you back.You'll discover: ✔ Why avoidance drains your mental energy ✔ The psychology behind procrastination and perfectionism ✔ How fear keeps entrepreneurs stuck ✔ Why CEOs are paid to make decisions (not perfect ones) ✔ Five common areas founders avoid, and how to overcome them ✔ A simple framework for making faster, better business decisions If you're building a business, leading a team, or growing as a founder, this conversation will challenge you to stop waiting and start leading.Follow for weekly conversations helping entrepreneurs build profitable businesses, stronger leadership skills, and lives designed with intention. Time Stamps: (00:00) Why Avoidance Is Costing Your Business More Than You Think (02:28) The Hidden Energy Tax Every Founder Pays (04:37) Name the Fear That's Really Holding You Back (07:57) Why Decisions Create Momentum (Not Perfection) (10:19) CEOs Get Paid to Decide, Not to Wait (10:49) 5 Things Founders Avoid Most (11:15) 1. Difficult Conversations With Your Team (12:20) 2. Raising Your Prices With Confidence (13:21) 3. Letting Go of What's No Longer Serving You (13:51) 4. Asking for Help Isn't Weakness (14:26) 5. Investing in Your Own Growth (15:11) The 5-Step Framework to Stop Avoiding and Start Leading (17:00) Your Next Level Starts With One Decision Share this with a founder who has a pile of decisions sitting on her desk right now. ------------------------------------------------ If the decision you've been avoiding is what to do next with your business, start here. Take the free Founder or CEO Quiz to get clarity on where you are and what move comes next. 👉 https://bit.ly/FounderOrCEOQuiz --- Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We’re on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Connect with our Guest at:Website: https://technologymatch.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonyacoxturrell/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyaturrell/ Watch and listen to us at:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ceo-schoolTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschool Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/ ----------------------------------------------- | |||
| One Billion, One Family: The Case for Building It Together | 05 Aug 2026 | 01:13:54 | |
Are you operating like a founder or leading like a CEO? Take the quiz, find out where you stand, and get a custom workbook to start fixing the area that's holding you back. → bit.ly/FounderOrCEOQuiz Welcome back to the CEO School Podcast! This week, we flipped the script. Lisa Morel puts Suneera in the hot seat... and takes you all the way back. The immigrant household in Dallas. The sticker gun that taught her care scales. Getting laughed out of the room at 25. And the family dinner where her dad asked the question that built everything: why not you? Then we get into the part nobody prepares you for: building a billion-dollar company with her brother Sal, and doing it without torching the relationship. Suneera shares her approach to dividing and conquering, staying out of each other's lanes, and having the conversation you're avoiding before it hardens into resentment. If you've ever been told "never go into business with family," consider this your permission slip to do it right. Because less than 2% of women founders ever cross a million, and nobody should have to make that climb alone. No one’s journey is perfect, especially in family business; but with humble courage, clarity, and intentional communication, you can create something truly lasting. Time Stamps: (00:00) The co-founder rule that protects a billion-dollar partnership (01:04) Plot twist - Suneera takes the hot seat (01:44) The immigrant household that was secretly an MBA (08:21) The sticker-gun lesson: why care in the small things scales (10:47) Eldest daughter, first to college - the weight of expectations (16:00) How Fattmerchant started: the problem she couldn't unsee (18:59) Laughed out of the room at 25 (21:06) The family-dinner question: "Why not you?" (24:18) $5M in year one to a billion-dollar exit — the receipts (26:36) Building with your brother: divide, conquer, trust the outcome (33:12) The third-founder move that breaks the stalemate (44:28) The tab-keeping trap: how resentment actually starts (53:37) Her real relationship to money, and the fear underneath it (1:04:25) Lisa's playbook: run the business like a business, the family like a family Connect with Lisa at: Website: https://www.openwithlisamorel.com/ Share this with your favorite co-founders! -------------------------------------------------------------- As Suneera said, entrepreneurship is too hard to do alone, and the best thing she has is partners who care as much as she does. If you're a 7- or 8-figure woman founder who's done climbing solo, this is THE table: a vetted room of women CEOs who refuse to play small. Pull up a seat: https://bit.ly/MFCApplication --- Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We’re on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/ Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ceo-schooll TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschool Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/. ------------------------------------------------------ SOCIAL Hashtags: #CEOSchool #SuneeraMadhani #WomenFounders #FemaleFounders #FounderToCEO #WomenInBusiness #EntrepreneurMindset #FamilyBusiness #SiblingCofounders #BuildingWithFamily #GenerationalWealth #CoFounderGoals #ImmigrantFamily | |||
| Build to Sell: A Private Equity Insider's Hiring and Exit Playbook | 29 Jul 2026 | 00:47:27 | |
PE introductions, C-suite connections, companies exiting because of one conversation; that's what happens inside the MFC. We're opening spots for ambitious women at the 7-figure mark who are ready to be in the room where the best deals happen. Apply here: https://bit.ly/MFCApplication -- Welcome back to the CEO School podcast! In today's episode, our host Suneera Madhani sits down with powerhouse executive and proud Latina mom, Vivian Gonzalez. With nearly 30 years in executive search—20 of which were spent deep in private equity—Vivian brings a wealth of insider knowledge on scaling companies, strategic exits, and the art of assembling world-class leadership teams. Together, they dive into the realities of selling to private equity, what it takes to build truly exitable enterprises, and the unique challenges and opportunities for women in the male-dominated world of finance and leadership. Plus, Vivian shares actionable insights on retention, hiring, and the mindset shifts women founders need to unlock the next level of growth. Whether you're building your first company or preparing for a big exit, this episode is packed with must-know strategies and inspiration for ambitious women in business. Time Stamps: (00:00) Introducing Vivian Gonzalez: 30 Years Placing C-Suite Talent in PE-Backed Companies (05:20) From Law School Dropout to Running a Firm at 25 (07:44) Private Equity 101: What It Is, What It Isn't, and Why It Got a Bad Rap (12:17) The Gender Gap in PE: 15% on Deal Teams, 2% as Operating Partners (13:45) Vivian's Rule: No Woman on Your Deal Team? No Introduction. (19:49) No Is a Gift: How Rejection Builds Better Founders (23:50) What PE Buyers Actually Grade You On: Retention, Scalability, and Letting Go (25:50) The Mindset Shift: If the Business Can't Run Without You, It's Not Sellable (28:00) "I Can't Afford to Hire"... Here's How to Think About It Instead (33:47) The $1M, $5M, and $10M Inflection Points And What Breaks at Each One (39:17) The Case Study Hiring Method That Removes Risk and Gets You to Yes (44:19) The 30/60/90 Framework: Why Hires Fail Without It (46:00) — Where to Find Vivian and the MFC Follow Vivian and discover her ventures: Instagram: @viviangonzales.parkcapital LinkedIn: Vivian Gonzales Remember, every "no" is just a step closer to your "yes". Keep building businesses that create wealth and impact! -------------------------------------------------------------------- Vivian just told you the business that can't run without you isn't sellable. The 6P quiz will show you exactly which pillar is holding you back. Take it, get your weakest area, and get the custom workbook to fix it → https://bit.ly/FounderOrCEOQuiz --- Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We're on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ceo-school TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschool Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/. ------------------------------------------------------------------ SOCIAL Hashtags: #PrivateEquity #ExitStrategy #WomenInBusiness #FemaleFounders #WomenInLeadership #FounderToCEO #CSuiteRecruitment #BusinessGrowth #CustomerRetention #HiringStrategy | |||
| Stop Ghosting, Start Leading: The Cost of Avoiding Hard Talks in Business | 22 Jul 2026 | 00:12:29 | |
The avoidance patterns we broke down today show up in your business too, and our Founder or CEO quiz will tell you exactly where. Uncover your weakest area and get a custom workbook to strengthen it → https://bit.ly/FounderOrCEOQuiz
Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ceo-school TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschool Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/. SOCIAL Hashtags: | |||
| Give Your Money a Job: How Women Founders Build Wealth | 15 Jul 2026 | 00:42:21 | |
You can't build wealth on a business that falls apart the second you step back. The Founder-to-CEO Shift guide is the free first step out of the founder trap → https://bit.ly/FounderToCEOGuide Welcome back to CEO School! In today's episode, we sit down with Michelle Taylor: licensed wealth manager, founder of Women In Wealth, and host of the Talk Wealthy To Me podcast. Michelle shares her inspiring journey from entrepreneurial pivots and personal financial struggles to building a thriving practice focused on advising women business owners about wealth. We dive deep into the realities of juggling business and family, why your business shouldn't be your only retirement plan, and how women can shift their money mindset. Plus, we'll break down practical strategies for putting your money to work, discuss the importance of building a strong advisory team, and explore where and how wealthy women are investing for long-term growth. Whether you're a founder or just getting started on your wealth journey, Michelle brings honest advice, sharp insight, and a much-needed perspective on investing in your business (and yourself). Grab a notepad, because this episode is packed with actionable wisdom you won't want to miss! Time Stamps: (01:00) Selling Everything to Move to Italy (Then Pivoting) Share this with a founder whose money is asleep on the couch.
-------------------------------------------------------------- The honest money conversations only happen with women who get it. That room has a name. The Millionaire Founders Club has a few spots left → https://bit.ly/MFCApplication --- Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We’re on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ceo-school TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschool Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/. -------------------------------------------------------------- SOCIAL Hashtags: #WealthManagement #WomenAndWealth #BusinessOwners #FemaleFounders #Entrepreneurship #BuildingWealth #FinancialLiteracy #MoneyMindset #PassiveIncome #Investing #TaxStrategy | |||
| How I Escaped the Founder Trap (and Built a Billion-Dollar Company) | 08 Jul 2026 | 00:13:34 | |
The first step out of the founder trap is free. Get the Founder-to-CEO Shift guide → https://theceoschool.com/ Welcome back to CEO School! In today’s solo episode, Suneera Madhani shares the pivotal moment when her ambition outgrew her systems—and how that breakthrough became the foundation for building businesses that don’t depend on her every move. From the high of a Fast Company feature to the low of realizing she’d become the bottleneck, Suneera Madhani walks us through the lessons she learned transitioning from founder to CEO. Tune in for practical tools, the must-have 6P framework for sustainable growth, and an invitation to break free from founder burnout with systems that actually set you up for true freedom and scale. If you’re ready to audit your business, embody your CEO self, and set your sights higher, this episode is for you! Time Stamps: (00:00) Facing overwhelming demand (04:16) Harnessing Inner Leadership Power (09:45) Building an Inclusive Business Accelerator (12:40) Using AI to streamline CEO tasks Send this to a founder who's still doing everything herself and wondering why she's stuck. ------------------------------------------------------------- When the strategy that got you here stops working, the next level is about the room you're in. The Millionaire Founders Club has a few spots left. Apply today: https://bit.ly/MFCApplication --- Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We’re on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschool Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/ ------------------------------------------------- SOCIAL Hashtags: #self image #mindset #femaleentrepreneurs #confidence #style #environment #personalgrowth,#ambition #fear #emotions #overcomingfear #selfconcept #transformation #selfworth #provingenergy #ambitionwithease #playfulness #selfcare #fashion #bookrecommendations | |||
| Self-Image As a Business Strategy: The Framework Every CEO Needs | 02 Jul 2026 | 00:43:36 | |
The inner work underneath your strategy is what scales it, and it's exactly what we cover in Module 1 of the CEO Accelerator Certification. See how it works: https://accelerator.theceoschool.com/join-now Welcome back to CEO School! In today's episode, we're joined by Tonya Leigh, founder of the School of Self Image and host of the podcast “School of Self-Image .” Tonya takes us through her inspiring journey from a critical care nurse and single mom in the deep South to becoming a food and wine writer in France, transforming her life by reimagining who she could be. We dive into Tonya's unique framework for self-image, which centers on mindset, style, and environment, and how these pillars empower women, especially high-achieving entrepreneurs, to design a life they love. Get ready for an important conversation on overcoming fear, the true currency of change, and actionable steps to step confidently into your highest self. Time Stamps: (00:00) Introduction: Tonya Leigh and the Art of Becoming Share this with a founder who treats self-image like a soft skill. When the strategy that got you here stops working, the next level is about the room you're in. The Millionaire Founders Club has a few spots left. Apply today: https://bit.ly/MFCApplication --- Follow Tonya and discover her ventures: Instagram: @tonyaleigh Website: https://schoolofselfimage.com/ Her free Elegant Success Framework: https://schoolofselfimage.com/success --- Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We’re on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschool Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/ --------------------------------------------------------------------- SOCIAL Hashtags: #selfimage #mindset #femaleentrepreneurs #confidence #style #environment #personalgrowth #ambition #fear #emotions #overcomingfear #selfconcept #transformation #selfworth #provingenergy #ambitionwithease #playfulness #selfcare #fashion #bookrecommendations | |||
| The Power Couple Origin Story: From The Poker Table to The Boardroom | 24 Jun 2026 | 01:03:06 | |
We've proven you can have it all, and we've built the framework that makes it possible: The CEO Accelerator. Six pillars, live calls with Suneera, and your own plug-and-play CEO Operating System. Apply now: https://accelerator.theceoschool.com/join-now *** Welcome to a very special episode of CEO School, in honor of Father's Day. On this episode of CEO School, Suneera sat down with her husband, Fazail Madhani, for a candid conversation about their journey as entrepreneurs, partners, and parents. They talk about building businesses from the ground up, navigating failures together, what it means to truly support each other's ambitions, and how we make family our foundation. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to balance entrepreneurship with marriage and parenting, or if you need a reminder that you really can have it all with the right mindset and support, this episode is a must-listen. From humble beginnings and entrepreneurial struggles to scaling multi-million-dollar businesses and raising a family together, they share the highs, lows, and real-life lessons behind their “one team, one dream” philosophy. Whether you're seeking insights on building a supportive partnership, balancing family and ambition, or just want a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to thrive together as entrepreneurs and parents, this episode is packed with wisdom, vulnerability, and plenty of fun. Don’t miss this intimate look into the Madhani family's dynamic and the values that drive their success, both at work and at home. Time Stamps: (00:07) Born in Tanzania, raised to never make excuses (07:57) How they met, and who was playing footsies at the poker table? (12:35) Failing together before making it together (19:17) What Faisal actually signed up for when marrying Suneera (27:41) How he describes his wife when someone asks what she does (32:01) The not-so-pretty side of being married to a CEO (45:18) The moment that showed her what real partnership means (48:33) Why they refuse to believe women can't have it all (49:36) Parenting as two CEOs: what they protect, what they teach, and what they refuse to sacrifice (58:31) The moment he never told her he was proud of (59:31) The Sunny nobody sees online, and what 18 years comes down to Share this with a founder who thinks having it all means doing it alone. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- You don't have to figure out the next level alone; that's what the room is for. Our Millionaire Founders Club has a few spots left. Apply today: https://bit.ly/MFCApplication Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We’re on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschool Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------- | |||
| 5 Lies Your Feed Is Selling You as a Founder | 17 Jun 2026 | 00:26:54 | |
If your business is running on passion instead of process, that's the gap the CEO Accelerator closes. 12 weeks to go from founder mode to CEO mode: the six pillars, the playbooks, the live calls with Suneera. Apply now: https://accelerator.theceoschool.com/join-now
Is hustle culture dead, or have we swung too far in the opposite direction? Welcome back to the CEO School podcast! In this episode of CEO School, our host Suneera shares an unfiltered perspective on the current state of entrepreneurship, social media marketing, personal branding, and business growth. From the rise of the "soft girl era" to the pressure women founders feel to constantly create content, build personal brands, and chase visibility, Suneera challenges the narratives dominating social media and explains why founders may be focusing on the wrong metrics. Whether you're building a startup, growing a personal brand, scaling a seven-figure company, or simply feeling burned out by social media, this episode offers practical insights and a refreshing perspective on entrepreneurship in 2026. You'll learn why: Time Stamps: (00:00) — Introduction: Why Social Media Feels Exhausting Right Now (01:53) — The Problem with the "Soft Girl Business" Era (03:37) — Vision Boards Don't Close Deals, Systems Do (05:27) — Business Isn't Feminine or Masculine. It's Business. (06:24) — Lessons from Building Multiple Companies (10:15) — You Birthed Your Business, Should You Be Mothering It Too? (11:44) — The Real Cost of Content Creation (13:33) — Why Over-Edited Content Is Losing Its Power (15:47) — Social Media Sameness Is Killing Authenticity (18:26) — The Personal Brand Trap Women Founders Don't See Coming (20:57) — Visibility Without Conversion Is Just Entertainment (23:30) — The Feed Audit Every Founder Should Do Today Share this with a woman founder who needs to remember that visibility without conversion is just entertainment. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- You built the business. Now it's time to build the wealth. If you're a seven-figure founder ready to scale to eight, the Millionaire Founders Club has a few spots left. Apply here: https://bit.ly/MFCApplication --- Only 2% of women founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We're on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CEOSchoolpodcast Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschool Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/ --------------------------------------------------------------- SOCIAL Hashtags: #CEOSchool #WomenInBusiness #Entrepreneurship #FounderLife #BusinessGrowth #PersonalBranding #Leadership #BusinessStrategy #WomenEntrepreneurs #StartupFounder #ContentMarketing #CEO mindset #BusinessPodcast #ScaleYourBusiness | |||
| Scared Money Don't Make Money: Your Rich BFF on Building Wealth As A Founder | 11 Jun 2026 | 00:47:33 | |
You built the business. Now it's time to build the wealth. If you're a seven-figure founder ready to surround yourself with women doing the same, the Millionaire Founders Club has a few spots left. Apply here: https://bit.ly/MFCApplication Welcome back to the CEO School podcast! In this episode, we're sitting down with Vivian Tu, aka Your Rich BFF, to talk about how she went from a Wall Street equities trader to a viral financial educator and a multi-million-dollar media entrepreneur. Her story starts with immigrant parents, a fourth career option nobody handed her, and a first TikTok that hit 3 million views in a week. From there, the conversation gets into the risk-calculated leap from a $625K corporate salary to building her own brand, and what it takes to turn income into wealth as a founder. Expect straight talk on the FU number, taking distributions, and why so many seven-figure founders are still broke. Plus, Vivian breaks down her latest book, Well Endowed, and Ask Dolly, her new fintech built to make financial advice accessible to everyone, not just people who already have a six-figure net worth. Practical, candid, and full of useful nuggets. Don't skip a minute of this one. Here are my top 3 takeaways: -Segregate Your Finances -Find Your “Enough” Number -Diversification is Everything Time Stamps: (00:00) Introducing Your Rich BFF's Vivian Tu (01:58) The immigrant kid who found her fourth option, and ran with it (04:56) She went viral on day one, and her first call was to the legal team (07:15) She had $625K, a job she loved, and a decision to make (11:21) The moment she ran out of hours in the day (14:09) How she figured out what to charge (and kept pushing) (18:02) How do you go from making income to building wealth (24:09) Stop chasing a number you can't even visualize (30:29) The economy broke its promise to this generation (35:41) Your Roth IRA is a purse. What's actually in it? (38:21) Every big purchase she makes has a milestone tied to it (41:22) Nobody runs from the Sephora sale. Why run from the stock market? (44:21) The financial advice gap no one is filling...until now Share this with the woman who's making real money but still can't answer the question: "What's actually enough?" Follow Vivian Tu and discover her ventures: Instagram: @your.richbff TikTok: @yourrichbff Ask Dolly website: https://askdolly.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ If you're a female founder who's built serious revenue but knows your business needs a real CEO, our CEO Accelerator Certification gives you the framework to make that shift in 12 weeks. Secure your spot today: https://accelerator.theceoschool.com/join-now. --- Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We’re on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theceoschool Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode is produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/ | |||
| From Doctor to CEO: Dr. Arleen Lamba on Grit, Growth, and GLO30 | 03 Jun 2026 | 00:29:41 | |
If you are a seven-figure female founder ready to scale to eight, our Millionaire Founder's Club has a few spots left. Apply here: https://bit.ly/MFCApplication Welcome back to the CEO School Podcast! This week on CEO School, I had the honor of sitting down with Dr. Arleen Lamba, founder of GLO300, a membership-based, medical-grade skincare franchise that has grown 1600% and is now one of the fastest-growing skincare studios in the nation. Dr. Arleen Lamba took us behind the scenes of her journey: from working as a full-time anesthesiologist while launching her first studio, to pushing through doubt, judgment, and “cringe” moments, all the way to nationwide franchise success. Here are my top 3 takeaways: Start with a Personal Problem: The most impactful businesses often solve a pain point you know intimately. Dr. Arleen Lamba built GLO30 out of her own frustrating skincare journey and turned it into a replicable, high-growth model. Embrace the Cringe & Push Forward: Every entrepreneur will face moments of doubt, external judgment, or feeling “cringe.” Dr. Arleen Lamba was handing out flyers 9 months pregnant, hearing “how’s your little spa?”—and every time, she pushed forward rather than retreating. Double Down on Systems & Execution: Scaling past your first location means obsessing over people, process, and customer experience. Dr. Arleen Lamba credits GLO30’s success to a relentless focus on quality and process, and on building a community that truly believes in the vision. If you’re sitting on an idea or in the “grind” phase, let this be your push. Sometimes the only permission you need is from yourself. Time Stamps: (00:00) Intro + Key Takeaways (01:00) Meet Dr. Arleen Lamba & GLO30 (03:42) From Anesthesiologist to Founder (06:52) Building While Working Full Time (08:12) Embrace the Cringe & Push Forward (12:15) The Moment She Went All In (16:28) The Opportunity that Changed the Trajectory (18:06) The Decision to Franchise (20:42) How to Scale Without Losing Your Standards (26:20) The Three A's: Approachable, Accessible, Affordable (28:18) What's Next for GLO30 & How to Support Them Share this with a woman who's building something real while everyone's asking, "How's your little business? "Follow Dr. Arleen Lamba and discover Glo30: Glo30's website: https://glo30.com/ Dr. Lamba's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drarleenlamba/ -------------------------------------------------------------- If you're a female founder who's built serious revenue but knows your business needs a real CEO, our CEO Accelerator Certification gives you the framework to make that shift in 12 weeks. Secure your spot today: https://accelerator.theceoschool.com/join-now. Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We’re on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOCIAL Hashtags: #GLO30 #skincarefranchise #medicalgradeskincare #facialtreatments #AItechnology #membershipmodel #accessibleskincare | |||
| 5 Truths From 50 High-Achieving Women: Who We Are When We Stop Performing | 27 May 2026 | 00:41:02 | |
Are you a 7-figure founder ready to be in a room like this? MFC has a few spots left. Apply here: bit.ly/MFCApplication Welcome back to the CEO School Podcast! On today’s episode, Suneera dives deep into the powerful lessons and raw realities uncovered at the recent Millionaire Founders Club Spring Wellness Retreat in Phoenix. After gathering with 50 high-achieving, seven- and eight-figure women entrepreneurs, Suneera shares the themes, breakthroughs, and unfiltered truths that emerged when leaders let their guard down and reconnected with themselves (and each other). From the challenge of letting go of people-pleasing and perfectionism, to redefining the roles of feminine and masculine energy in building successful businesses, to confronting the pressures of social media and personal branding, this episode offers an unfiltered look at the evolving journey of women founders. Suneera also addresses the lonely side of leadership, sharing why your circle gets smaller as you grow, and the surprising importance of giving yourself permission to disconnect. Whether you’re craving growth, authenticity, or practical takeaways for your own leadership path, tune in for a candid, thought-provoking conversation that will challenge your perspectives and encourage you to reflect on the armor you wear, and what it could mean to finally set it down. Topics covered in this episode include:
If you are a founder, CEO, business owner, ambitious woman, or entrepreneur trying to navigate success without losing yourself in the process, this episode is for you. Time Stamps:
Share this with a woman in your life who’s building something big... and carrying more than she needs to. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Our podcast has a new home! Follow @ceoschoolpodcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschoolpodcast/ --- Only 2% of women founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We’re on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/ | |||
| Design Your Life For Success: Learn To Be Intentional with Deepica Mutyala | 18 May 2026 | 01:08:21 | |
What does success actually look like for women entrepreneurs in 2026?In this powerful episode of the CEO School Podcast, Suneera Madhani sits down with Deepica Mutyala, founder and CEO of Live Tinted, for an unfiltered conversation about entrepreneurship, burnout, founder identity, femininity, relationships, and redefining the “girl boss” era.Deepica opens up about:-Building Live Tinted into a nationally recognized beauty brand-Scaling through retail partnerships with Ulta Beauty-The emotional cost of entrepreneurship and founder burnout-Why women founders feel pressure to “do it all”-Going from founder → CEO → founder again-Dating, love, and intentionally building a personal life-Therapy, anxiety, inner work, and protecting your peace-Entrepreneurship vs corporate life for women-What investors, boards, and social media don’t tell founders-Why representation and inclusivity still matter in beauty and businessThis episode is a masterclass on leadership, ambition, balance, emotional intelligence, and building a life that actually feels aligned — not just impressive online.If you’re a founder, entrepreneur, creator, CEO, aspiring business owner, or ambitious woman navigating career growth and personal fulfillment, this conversation will deeply resonate with you. Time Stamps:(00:00) Learning to delegate effectively (06:37) Balancing career and family life (10:12) Personal growth and self-reflection (18:35) Finding fulfillment beyond success (22:47) Balancing leadership and delegation (26:46) Finding personal fulfillment (34:41) Finding balance in work and family (37:52) Trusting your own intuition (42:40) Trusting your gut instincts (50:19) Frustrations with misleading advice (53:10) Inspiring the next generation (01:00:22) Laying groundwork for future generations (01:03:47) Finding the right support system (01:08:02) Wrapping up and joining the conversation Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://theceoschool.com/ceo-school-summit Share this with a woman in your life who’s building something big — and carrying more than she needs to. ---------------------------------------------------Learn more about Deepica at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepica/Website: https://deepica.com/ & https://www.livetinted.com/ Join the CEO School’s Millionaire Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/join. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: Watch and listen to us at:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com | |||
| Guilt Tax: The Real Cost Of Ambition for Women | 11 May 2026 | 00:21:45 | |
If you’re an ambitious woman building a business, growing your career, or chasing big goals, you're probably constantly battling guilt. Spoiler: this one cuts close to home. In this episode of the CEO School Podcast, we break down the concept of the “Guilt Tax”: the real, measurable cost that high-achieving women pay when balancing ambition, motherhood, business, and personal freedom. Today, we’re skipping the usual “work–life balance” talk. Instead, we’re talking about:
We also explore themes inspired by Start With Yourself by Emma Grede and expand on what’s usually left unsaid: the exhausting middle between building a big life and actually living it. If you’re a founder, CEO, working mom, or woman in business trying to “have it all,” this episode will finally put words to what you’ve been feeling. Key Takeaway: Time Stamps:
Share this with a woman in your life who’s building something big... and carrying more than she needs to. ----------------------------------------------- If you are a trailblazing $1M+ female founder looking for a room where you don't have to dim your shine to make others comfortable, join the CEO School’s Millionaire Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/join. We're building a table where every female CEO has a seat. ---Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We’re on a mission to change that. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/ | |||
| Secrets of a Unicorn Founder: How to Build and Exit a Billion-Dollar Business | 04 May 2026 | 01:03:48 | |
Get access to THE room and apply to the MFC Spring Retreat here → bit.ly/MFCSpringRetreat What does it really take to build a billion-dollar company, and what happens after you do? In this powerful CEO School episode, Suneera sits down with Sarah Chen Spellings for a raw, unfiltered conversation about entrepreneurship, scaling, and identity. From being rejected by investors to building a fintech company that processed billions in payments, Suneera shares the full journey behind founding Stax (formerly Fatt Merchant), scaling past $100M in revenue, and navigating a complex exit. This episode dives deep into:
Time Stamps:(00:00) Intro + Why This Episode Is Different(03:45) Meet Suneera: Immigrant Roots & Early Entrepreneurship(08:10 ) “You Have It” — The Confidence That Shaped Her(12:30) Risk, Fear & Breaking Family Beliefs Around Stability(17:05) The Idea That Changed Everything (Fat Merchant Origin)(22:20) Getting Rejected & Walking Away From Corporate(27:40) Building From Scratch + First Revenue Wins(33:15) Scaling to $100M+: What Actually Breaks(38:50) Raising Capital as a Minority Female Founder(44:10) The Exit: What No One Tells You(49:30) Losing Control & Founder Identity Shift(55:00) Building Worth + The Next Billion-Dollar Vision(59:30) Final Lessons: Money, Ownership & Funding Women Whether you’re a founder, an entrepreneur, or building your personal brand, this conversation will challenge the way you think about success, ownership, and what comes next. Subscribe for more conversations on building wealth, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://theceoschool.com/ceo-school-summit Thank you to Sarah Chen for interviewing our host, Suneera! --------------------------------------- Learn more about Sarah at: Podcast: https://billiondollarmoves.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahchenglobal/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SarahChenGlobal We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Join the CEO School’s Millionaire Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/join. --- Only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue. We’re on a mission. Subscribe to the CEO School and join the movement. Watch and listen to us at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: Website: https://theceoschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for powerhouse female CEOs like you to take center stage, not just in your industries but in your whole life. Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/ ---------------------------------------- #femalefoundersuccessstory#howtobuildabilliondollarcompany#startupgrowthstrategy#fintechstartupjourney#howtoscaleabusinessfast#founderexitstory#whathappensaftersellingacompany#venturecapitalforwomen#entrepreneurmindsetmotivation#businesspodcastforfounders#CEOschoolpodcast#suneeramadhaniinterview#startuplessonsfrombilliondollarfounders#buildingwealthasawomanentrepreneur | |||
| How to Build Systems That Scale Your Business | 27 Apr 2026 | 00:51:06 | |
What would your business look like if every role in your company were fully documented and someone else could run it without you? This episode of CEO School takes an unexpected but powerful turn, tackling two topics every ambitious business owner needs to hear about: why investing in your health as a CEO is non-negotiable, and how building the right systems and a remote team can finally give you your time and freedom back. Suneera Madhani sits down with her friend and fellow entrepreneur Tiffany Pantozzi, founder of ALIGN Real Estate and SYNC, to unpack Tiffany's remarkable journey from Miami Dolphins cheerleader to multi-seven-figure CEO, and the hard-won lessons about SOPs, delegation, and remote talent that transformed her business. Whether you're stuck doing everything yourself or ready to stop being the bottleneck in your own company, this episode will give you the mindset shifts and actionable strategies to scale smarter and reclaim your life. Tiffany Pantozzi is a multi-seven-figure entrepreneur, real estate powerhouse, and founder of both ALIGN Real Estate and SYNC. Ranked #81 out of over 20,000 agents in Central Florida, Tiffany built her brokerage to more than $60 million in annual sales by mastering the art of systems, SOPs, and remote team management. Through SYNC, she now helps business owners across industries source, train, and retain high-level remote talent from South America so they can scale without burning out. What you’ll learn in this episode: (01:01) How Tiffany Pantozzi built multiple companies from the ground up and made the crucial shift from working in her business as a founder to leading it as a CEO. (03:30) Why women in business should stop pretending that showing up at full power comes effortlessly, and how investing in your health through bloodwork, supplements, and medical guidance can help you sustain the demands of running a business and a life. (15:15) How Tiffany launched a licensed sports apparel company straight out of college, grew it to millions in national retail sales, and made the courageous decision to exit before realizing her next chapter in real estate. (20:04) How Tiffany entered real estate despite initial resistance, built ALIGN Real Estate into a top-ranked brokerage with 12 agents doing over $60 million annually, and still hit a hard growth ceiling. (23:19) How to duplicate yourself as a CEO by building detailed SOPs and systems that give your team everything they need to execute consistently without you having to repeat yourself or stay in the weeds. (26:14) Why understanding what your time is truly worth per hour is the mindset shift that allows you to stop doing low-value tasks, delegate with confidence, and focus on the work only you can do. (35:56) How SYNC sources, vets, and continuously trains high-level remote professionals from South America, including ongoing AI education, so business owners can build world-class remote teams for $2,500–$3,500 per month. (44:22) The practical, often-overlooked team management habits, including bringing your assistant into meetings, using recording tools like Fathom for note capture, and scheduling regular one-on-ones that keep remote teams aligned and performing at their best. Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://theceoschool.com/ceo-school-summit Thank you to Tiffany Pantozzi for being on our show! Learn more about Tiffany: https://alignagents.com/ Join the CEO School’s Millionaire Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/join. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/ | |||
| How to Build a Founder-Led Brand That Wins | 20 Apr 2026 | 00:46:21 | |
What mindset blocks are keeping you from building the personal brand that could transform your business? In 2026, founder-led brands are the brands that win, and if you're not showing up with a clear voice and a compelling personal brand, you're leaving real money and opportunity on the table. In this episode, Suneera Madhani sits down with personal branding expert Allison Walsh to walk through the mindset shifts, messaging frameworks, and marketing strategies that help ambitious women build visibility and thought leadership that actually converts. Get ready to take notes, because by the end of this episode, you'll have a concrete playbook for building a brand that opens doors, attracts your ideal clients, and positions you as the go-to expert in your space. Allison Walsh is a personal branding expert, speaker, published author, and founder of Allison Walsh Consulting. A former Miss Florida who spent two decades in the behavioral healthcare space helping hyper-growth startups scale, Allison now helps ambitious women build powerful personal brands and thought leadership platforms. She has coached over 300 women one-on-one and is the host and founder of the She Believes She Could podcast and podcast network. What you’ll learn in this episode: (08:09) Why fear is the number one thing holding entrepreneurs back from building a personal brand, and why shifting your focus from yourself to your ideal client is the first step to breaking through it. (10:39) Allison's five-step framework for building a personal brand, starting with mindset and moving through messaging, market, monetization, and momentum, so you can finally see the full picture. (12:36) How to identify your core messaging pillars and why staying in your lane, rather than trying to be everything to everyone, is the key to building real authority and trust. (15:52) Why thought leadership is the most powerful brand-building strategy in 2026, and how owning your unique stories, frameworks, and expertise helps you stand out in a crowded market full of AI-generated avatars. (18:10) The importance of showing up authentically in an age of AI, and why protecting your voice, likeness, and creative work matters more than ever, especially in brand deals and contracts. (20:08) How speaking engagements, podcast appearances, and stage opportunities of all sizes are among the highest-converting activities for building your brand and generating leads for your business. (32:25) How to audit your brand-building efforts to identify what is actually working, cut what isn't, and focus your resources on the one or two channels that are genuinely moving the needle. Thank you to Allison Walsh for being on our show! Learn more about Allison: https://www.allisonwalshconsulting.com/ Join the CEO School’s Millionaire Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/join. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/ | |||
| Building Teams That Actually Work with Patrick Lencioni | 13 Apr 2026 | 00:42:59 | |
Are you unknowingly creating dysfunction inside your organization? If you’ve ever felt like leadership is more complicated than it should be, this episode will challenge that belief. Suneera Madhani sits down with Patrick Lencioni to unpack why simplicity, clarity, and trust are the real drivers of scalable success. You’ll walk away rethinking how you lead, communicate, and build teams that actually perform. Patrick Lencioni is a bestselling author, leadership expert, and founder of The Table Group, where he helps organizations build healthier teams and stronger cultures. He is best known for books like The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, which have become foundational in modern leadership. What you’ll learn in this episode: (00:02) Why organizational health is the greatest competitive advantage in business. (03:15) How lack of clarity creates confusion and slows down growth. (07:40) What trust really means in leadership and how to build it. (12:05) Why vulnerability is essential for high-performing teams. (18:22) How to identify and fix dysfunction inside your organization. (24:10) Why simplicity in leadership leads to better execution. (31:45) How to align your team around clear values and priorities. (38:30) What leaders must stop doing to scale effectively. Thank you to Patrick Lencioni for being on our show! Use code CEO20 for 20% off your assessment at https://www.workinggenius.com/ Join the CEO School’s Millionaire Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/join. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| Why Your Network Is Literally Your Net Worth | 30 Mar 2026 | 00:47:54 | |
Have you been networking the wrong way, treating it as a transaction instead of a long-term relationship investment? This episode gets into the real work behind two things that can transform a business: building a genuine community and forging the kind of strategic partnerships that actually move the needle. Host Suneera Madhani and guest Cate Luzio, founder and CEO of Luminary, go deep on how Cate survived losing 80% of her revenue overnight during COVID, why she pivoted to acquisitions as a growth strategy, and the mindset shifts every leader needs to make around self-advocacy, networking, and community. Whether you’re thinking about building a community around your brand, landing your first major partnership, or exploring M&A as a growth lever, this episode gives you the real-world playbook to start thinking and acting like the CEO who plays the long game. Cate Luzio is the founder and CEO of Luminary, a global professional education and networking platform supporting women and allies through community learning and leadership development. After two decades in corporate investment banking at Bank of America, JPMorgan, and HSBC, Cate left finance to build the community she had always wished existed. Today, Luminary runs 250+ programs annually, serves members in 30 countries, and counts JP Morgan, Verizon, LVMH, and Under Armour among its corporate partners. What you’ll learn in this episode: (00:03:39) Why Cate walked away from a 20-year career in investment banking to build Luminary, and how her corporate background gave her the fundamentals to create a business that was profitable and sustainable from the start. (00:08:35) How Luminary lost 80% of its revenue overnight when COVID hit, and the mindset shift that led Cate to pivot to a digital model and double down on B2B enterprise partnerships instead of shutting down. (00:15:19) The difference between organic and inorganic business growth, and why every entrepreneur should understand M&A as a real and accessible tool for scaling faster than building alone. (00:23:03) The non-negotiables for building a community that actually works, including why authenticity, daily commitment, and a clear code of conduct matter far more than follower counts or platforms. (00:33:19) Where the community industry is heading in a post-COVID world, why loneliness and mental health are driving demand for meaningful spaces, and what it takes for community-based businesses to survive and thrive long-term. (00:37:47) How to build strategic partnerships that go beyond logos on a banner, including how to get in the room, define mutual value, and play the long game instead of chasing one-off deals that go nowhere. Thank you to Cate Luzio for being on our show! Learn more about Cate: luminary.com Attend a Luminary LIVE event: https://www.weareluminary.com/events Your Exit Plan, April 22nd, 2026: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/luminary/2115442 Join the CEO School’s Millionaire Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/join. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| How to Build A Brand Experience | 23 Mar 2026 | 00:29:07 | |
How can you structure your team so that a large project does not derail your core business? If you are building a major project, launching an event, or trying to create a stronger brand experience, this episode gives you a candid look at what execution actually demands. In this solo episode, Suneera Madhani shares the five biggest lessons she learned while building the Unicorn Summit, from project management and cash flow to team structure and customer experience. You will hear what worked, what she would change, and how to lead through uncertainty when the stakes are high and the vision matters deeply. What you’ll learn in this episode: (00:01:51) Why a memorable brand experience depends less on the original idea and more on the systems, leadership, and execution required to bring it to life. (00:04:30) How launch timing can affect ticket sales, audience awareness, and momentum, especially when you are trying to market during holiday slowdowns. (00:07:11) Why large initiatives need dedicated focus, separate from day-to-day business operations, so your team can protect both the new project and the existing business. (00:13:08) Why your team can make or break a major initiative, especially when you need solution-oriented people who can stay positive and adapt quickly under pressure. (00:15:56) How to design an event experience strategically by thinking through pacing, programming, speaker flow, preparation, and every transition your audience will feel. (00:18:31) What leadership looks like when outcomes are uncertain, including how to carry private pressure, manage doubt, stay present with your team, and still move the vision forward. Join the CEO School’s Millionaire Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/join. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| Inside Unicorn Summit 2026 | 16 Mar 2026 | 00:28:58 | |
What changes when you stop thinking like a founder and start leading like a CEO? This episode takes you inside the energy, emotion, and leadership lessons from Unicorn Summit 2026, and what it meant to bring ambitious women founders together in one place. In this solo episode, Suneera Madhani shares what she learned about community, asking for support, building a one-of-one brand, and making the shift from founder to CEO. If you are building something meaningful and need a reminder that growth is messy, leadership is learned, and you are not doing this alone, this conversation will meet you right where you are. What you’ll learn in this episode: (00:00:49) You will hear why Unicorn Summit 2026 felt like such a defining moment for Suneera and what stood out most about gathering hundreds of ambitious women in one room. (00:03:23) You will learn why community can be one of the most valuable assets in business, even when the event or initiative is not built around immediate profit. (00:06:00) You will learn why making the ask is uncomfortable for many leaders and why asking clearly for support, attendance, or participation is often necessary for growth. (00:08:38) You will hear why major visions require a true village and how team support, thoughtful planning, and shared ownership shape successful execution. (00:11:40) You will learn how Suneera redefines the idea of a unicorn beyond valuation and why being one of one in your category matters more than chasing a single financial metric. (00:17:46) You will hear what it really means to move from founder mode into CEO mode and why scale demands process, people, profit, and structure. (00:19:14) You will learn why struggle exists at every level of entrepreneurship and how community can help you stay grounded when the pressure feels isolating. (00:25:32) You will hear how Suneera’s accelerator certification is designed to help founders build the operational playbooks, systems, and confidence needed to lead at a higher level. Join the CEO School’s Millionaire Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/join. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| They Rejected Her Idea, She Turned it into a BILLION Dollar Business | 09 Mar 2026 | 00:41:50 | |
Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://theceoschool.com/ceo-school-summit What happens when a business idea everyone rejects turns out to be right? Every major company begins with a moment when someone decides to keep going even after being told no. In this episode, Suneera Madhani sits down with Nathan Chan to discuss the early risks, difficult decisions, and long road behind building a payments company that would eventually become a fintech unicorn. As you listen, you will hear what it actually takes to build a business through uncertainty, push past rejection, and stay focused on the long game. Nathan Chan is the founder and CEO of Foundr, a global media and education company that helps entrepreneurs build and scale successful businesses. Through the Foundr podcast and platform, he has interviewed many of the world’s most successful founders and business leaders. What you’ll learn in this episode: (00:00) Discover how an idea that was initially dismissed eventually became the foundation for a billion dollar fintech company. (03:53) Understand how early exposure to entrepreneurship and small business shaped the mindset required to start a company. (09:56) Learn what it takes to leave a stable job and commit fully to building a company from scratch. (11:20) See how early traction, including processing millions in payments, can validate a startup concept quickly. (17:55) Explore the strategic decision to bet on omnichannel payments before the broader market recognized the opportunity. (22:06) Examine the reasoning behind rejecting a $17.5M acquisition offer and choosing to keep building. (28:15) Gain insight into the realities of raising hundreds of millions in funding and navigating investor relationships. (36:31) Understand the strategic thinking behind rebranding a growing company as it scales to new markets. Learn more about Nathan Chan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanhchan
Join the CEO School’s Millionaire Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/join. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| How Relationships Led To Suneera Madhani’s Billion Dollar Exit | 04 Mar 2026 | 00:32:36 | |
Today’s episode is a special re-air from Suneera’s conversation on The Community Podcast with Kristina. In this powerful live interview from Orlando, Suneera shares the real story behind her billion-dollar exit and the relationships that made it possible. From building Stax to founding CEO School and launching the Unicorn Summit, this conversation unpacks how community became her greatest growth strategy. If you’ve ever wondered how to scale as a first-time female founder, raise venture capital, and grow your visibility without losing yourself, this episode pulls back the curtain. In this episode, you’ll hear: • Why the people closest to you will shape both your business and your identity • The advice that helped Suneera scale from startup to unicorn exit • What it truly means to “collect relationships” and why community compounds • How to build the courage to be disliked as your impact grows • How her upbringing shaped her ambition and leadership style • Why you must find rooms that sharpen you and support you Learn more about Kristina: https://www.instagram.com/kristina.bartold/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinabartold/ Learn more about The Social Snippet: https://www.thesocialsnippet.com/ You’re invited to attend Kristina’s High Vibe Women event in Toronto on March 7: https://www.highvibewomen.ca/march-2026-event Use the code PODCAST50 for a discount. Subscriber to Kristina’s podcast: https://communitypodcast.buzzsprout.com/ Join the CEO School’s Millionaire Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/join. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| UNLOCK Financial FREEDOM & Stop Wasting Your TIME | 23 Feb 2026 | 01:22:51 | |
What happens when you hit the goal and still feel empty? You are told to chase the million, then the ten million, then the billion. But no one talks about what happens when you actually get there and realize success without intention can still leave you burned out and unfulfilled. In this deeply honest conversation, Jay Shetty interviews Suneera Madhani on his podcast On Purpose about building a billion-dollar company, losing herself in the process, and redefining success around time, impact, and values instead of just revenue. About Jay Shetty: Jay Shetty is a global bestselling author, former monk, and host of the chart-topping podcast On Purpose, where he interviews world-class leaders, founders, and cultural icons about purpose, mindset, and modern leadership. His work blends ancient wisdom with practical strategies to help high achievers build meaningful lives and businesses. What you’ll learn in this episode: (00:00:00) How defining your end goal first helps you reverse engineer real progress. (00:01:59) Why freedom of time matters more than freedom of money as a founder. (00:03:37) How to use the do, delegate, delete method to reclaim your schedule. (00:06:10) Why CEOs must prioritize ruthlessly and focus on needle-moving work. (00:19:35) How to evaluate risk by asking what happens if you do not act. (00:32:03) How to build powerful networks and navigate rooms not built for you. (00:54:39) Why everything breaks at each stage of scale and how to rebuild smarter. (01:00:24) What hitting a billion-dollar valuation taught about identity and fulfillment. Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://theceoschool.com/ceo-school-summit Thank you to Jay Shetty for being on our show! Learn more about Jay: https://jayshetty.me Join the CEO School’s Millionaire Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/join. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| Why Health Span Determines Wealth Span with Rajinder Rai | 16 Feb 2026 | 00:32:28 | |
Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://theceoschool.com/ceo-school-summit How does ignoring your health quietly cap your leadership potential? Also, how can pausing actually increase long-term performance? If you’re building something meaningful but regularly feel depleted, this conversation invites you to stop and reassess what success really costs. In this episode, Suneera Madhani talks with Rajinder Rai about how health span determines wealth span. Rajinder Rai is a licensed pharmacist and functional medicine–trained practitioner specializing in women’s health and longevity. She is the founder of Sunrais Health, where she helps high-achieving women align their bodies with their ambition to expand both health span and wealth span. What you’ll learn in this episode: (02:25) How chronic stress and productivity-driven identity impact women’s physiology. (05:54) Why unprocessed life events quietly accelerate aging and burnout. (10:38) How Rajinder's DOSE of PAUSE framework helps restore clarity, capacity, and alignment. (16:49) Why small daily habits matter more than extreme biohacks. (20:07) The difference between biological age and chronological age—and why it matters. (22:54) Why women often live longer but in more debilitated states. (24:27) How knowing your health data empowers better leadership decisions. Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://theceoschool.com/ceo-school-summit Thank you to Rajinder Rai, PharmD, for being on our show! Learn more about Rajinder and Sunrais Health: https://www.sunraishealth.com/ Be sure to take Sunrais Health’s biological age quiz to better understand your health trajectory. Join the CEO School’s Millionaire Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/join. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| Building Impact by Leading With Heart Today: A Conversation With Erika Sinner | 09 Feb 2026 | 00:28:48 | |
What happens when leaders design cultures around safety and trust? This episode will challenge you to rethink what success really means and how impact is created. Suneera sits down with Erika Sinner to explore building eight-figure businesses, leading with empathy, and turning profit into purpose. Erika Sinner is the CEO of Directorie and the Chief Empathy Officer of TinySuperheroes. She is also the author of the book Pets Are Family and a passionate advocate for empathy-driven leadership and generational impact. What you’ll learn in this episode: (02:25) How creating your own opportunities early in your career can change everything. (04:39) Why financial safety is a powerful motivator for building scalable businesses. (06:45) How leading with empathy and accountability fuels sustainable growth. (08:19) Why grief, vulnerability, and leadership are deeply connected. (10:22) How pet bereavement policies can transform workplace culture. (15:24) How reframing childhood illness through mindset creates resilience and hope. (18:25) Why mindset work matters just as much for children as it does for CEOs. (26:15) How business success creates the freedom to pursue passion-driven impact. Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://theceoschool.com/ceo-school-summit Thank you to Erika Sinner for being on our show! Learn more about Erika: https://www.erikasinner.org/ Erika on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikasinner/ Erika on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erika_sinner/ Learn more about Directorie: https://tinysuperheroes.com/ Learn more about TinySuperheroes: https://www.directorie.com/ Join the CEO School’s Millionaire Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/join. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| Scaling Your Brand Through Community and Connection with Kristina Bartold | 02 Feb 2026 | 00:34:01 | |
How do you build meaningful relationships without treating networking like a transaction? If you want to grow your business through deeper relationships instead of chasing quick wins, this episode will shift how you think about networking. In this episode, Suneera Madhani talks with Kristina Bartold about community building, podcasting, events, and the long game of influence. Kristina Bartold is the CEO of Social Snippets, a podcast and launch agency helping founders grow their influence. She is also the founder of High Vibe Women, a community that brings female entrepreneurs together through events and experiences. What you’ll learn in this episode: (02:21) How Kristina built her business by prioritizing relationships over immediate ROI. (03:31) Why podcasting is one of the most powerful networking tools for business owners. (06:16) How in-person events can dramatically accelerate community and brand growth. (07:44) How to choose the right rooms and leaders before investing time or money. (09:25) Why proximity and smaller, more intimate settings often lead to better connections. (15:28) How to create systems that make follow-up intentional instead of overwhelming. (17:30) What podcast and content trends matter most heading into 2026. (28:33) How to start building a community. Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://theceoschool.com/ceo-school-summit Thank you to Kristina Bartold for being on our show! Learn more about Kristina: https://www.instagram.com/kristina.bartold/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinabartold/ Learn more about The Social Snippet: https://www.thesocialsnippet.com/ You’re invited to attend Kristina’s High Vibe Women event in Toronto on March 7: https://www.highvibewomen.ca/march-2026-event Use the code PODCAST50 for a discount. Subscriber to Kristina’s podcast: https://communitypodcast.buzzsprout.com/ Join the CEO School’s Millionaire Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/join. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| Secrets to Scaling Your Service-Based Creative Brand with Sabah Mansoor | 26 Jan 2026 | 00:38:05 | |
Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://theceoschool.com/ceo-school-summit If you’re the CEO of a creative business, how do you stop being the bottleneck? What mindset shifts are required? Stepping into the world of luxury design requires more than just a good eye; it demands a strategic business mindset. In this episode, Suneera Madhani and Sabah Mansoor discuss the journey of building a high-end interior design firm from the ground up. Sabah Mansoor is the founder of Sabah Mansoor Design, where she helps brands translate vision into thoughtful, strategic design while building a business rooted in clarity and sustainability. What you’ll learn in this episode: (03:12) How Sabah transitioned from hands-on designer to business owner with a long-term vision. (07:45) Why creative founders often struggle to step into true CEO leadership. (12:30) How setting boundaries improves both client relationships and profitability. (18:05) The role perfectionism plays in keeping businesses stuck at a certain size. (23:40) How to price your work confidently without tying it to self-worth. (29:10) What systems and structures unlock sustainable growth for creatives. (34:55) How to recognize when it’s time to step out of execution and into strategy. (40:20) Why building a business that supports your life is the ultimate success metric. Thank you to Sabah Mansoor for being on our show! Learn more about Sabah: https://www.sabahmansoordesign.com/ Join the CEO School’s Millionaire Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/join. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| Eight Lessons From a Year That Changed Everything | 19 Jan 2026 | 00:23:56 | |
Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://theceoschool.com/ceo-school-summit Who is in your inner circle, and are they helping you grow? This episode is a deeply personal reflection on growth, boundaries, and alignment through different seasons of leadership. Suneera Madhani shares eight powerful lessons learned from her 38th year, offering insights into saying “no” without guilt, protecting energy, and finding joy along the way. If you’re building, leading, and balancing ambition with life, this episode invites you to pause, reflect, and realign with what truly matters to you. What you’ll learn in this episode: (02:25) Why saying “no” without guilt protects your peace and focus. (06:48) How shrinking your circle can strengthen your growth and confidence. (10:53) Why boundaries are an act of love rather than a way to push people away. (12:42) How embracing the courage to be disliked creates true alignment. (15:41) Why prioritizing family builds a foundation for meaningful success. (17:38) How movement supports mental clarity, energy, and leadership stamina. (19:10) Why clear communication prevents resentment in business and life. (20:40) How finding joy in the journey makes long-term success sustainable. Join the CEO School’s Millionaire Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/join. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| Why Your Story Matters More Than Algorithms with Deepika Sandhu | 12 Jan 2026 | 00:35:30 | |
Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://theceoschool.com/ceo-school-summit How could publishing your story create impact beyond business success? In this episode, Suneera and her guest, Deepika Sandhu, unpack the realities of traditional publishing, hybrid models, and the courage it takes to share your lived experiences. If you’ve ever wondered whether your story is worthy, how to write without permission, or how legacy is built beyond business wins, this conversation will help you think differently about what you carry and what the world still needs from you. Today’s guest is Deepika Sandhu, a visionary author, mentor, and founder of Soul Sparks Press, a fast-growing hybrid publishing house dedicated to inspirational stories. A former Silicon Valley executive and six-time award-winning author, she helps leaders turn lived experiences into books that create lasting impact. What you’ll learn in this episode: (03:16) Why every lived experience has the potential to become a soul-sparking story. (08:40) How traditional publishing gatekeeping discourages powerful stories from being shared. (09:29) Why follower count should never determine whether you write a book. (12:05) How being seen for your story creates impact beyond book sales. (17:23) The important differences between self-publishing, traditional publishing, and hybrid models. (22:10) Why legacy is built through storytelling, not just business success. (26:20) How first-time authors can write books without being “natural writers.” (32:00) Why AI can support the writing process but can never replace human truth. Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://mntr.ai/unicorn-ceo-summit-early-invite Thank you to Deepika Sandhu for being on our show! Learn more about Deepika: https://deepikasandhu.co/ and https://www.instagram.com/deepikasandhu.co/ Submit a book idea or manuscript to Soul Sparks Press for editorial review: https://soulsparkspress.com/ Join the CEO School’s Millionaire Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/join. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| How to Let Your Business Take Care of You with Melanie Coddington | 05 Jan 2026 | 00:27:38 | |
Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://theceoschool.com/ceo-school-summit How can you stop being in a codependent relationship with your business and start creating a company that supports your life instead of consuming it? In this episode, you’ll hear a powerful conversation about releasing hustle, untangling identity from success, and building a business that supports freedom, calm, and clarity. Suneera’s guest, Melanie Coddington, shares hard-earned insights on ego-free leadership, mindset work, and the systems that allowed her to step away while her company continued to thrive. Melanie Coddington is the founder of Coddington Design, where she designs world-class homes for inspiring leaders while building a multimillion-dollar service business that runs without her day-to-day involvement. What you’ll learn in this episode: (01:58) How Melanie transitioned from human resources into luxury interior design and built her business from the ground up. (06:52) The surprising traits self-made millionaires share and what they reveal about time, help, and priorities. (08:43) What ego-free design really means. (14:14) The life-changing question that helped Melanie stop caretaking her business and start letting it support her. (16:07) How emotional codependency shows up in business and why it keeps founders stuck in overwork. (18:00) Practical mindset tools to uncover subconscious blocks to growth. (22:02) Why clear client experience, simple processes, and trust in your team are essential to stepping away as CEO. (25:25) How redefining success around peace and freedom can change the way you lead. Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://mntr.ai/unicorn-ceo-summit-early-invite Thank you to Melanie Coddington for being on our show! Learn more about Melanie: https://www.melaniecoddington.com/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/melaniecoddington/ Learn more about Coddington Design: https://coddingtondesign.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/melaniecoddington/ Melanie on LinkedIn: Join the CEO School’s Millionaire Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/join. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| Sexual Wellness Is a Power Move for CEOs with Allison Germundson | 29 Dec 2025 | 00:27:36 | |
Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://theceoschool.com/ceo-school-summit What does “owning your body” really look like for a woman who leads all day? In this episode, you’re invited into an honest, empowering conversation about sexual wellness, pelvic health, and hormones, and why they matter far beyond the bedroom. Suneera Madhani and her guest Allison Germundson explore why your body is a leadership skill, how stress and hormones quietly shape your energy and decisions, and why pleasure is not something to feel ashamed of. Allison Germundson is a pelvic floor occupational therapist, embodiment coach, and host of the Vaginally Speaking Podcast. Through The Turned On Society, private intensives, and transformational retreats, Allison helps women reconnect to their bodies, release shame, and rediscover pleasure and presence. What you’ll learn in this episode: (01:30) Why many women are told symptoms are “normal” when they are actually fixable. (03:46) How pelvic floor dysfunction shows up beyond childbirth. (10:16) Why many women are responders, not initiators, and how that affects desire. (12:15) How understanding your anatomy changes pleasure, communication, and confidence. (14:21) Why relaxation—not control—is essential for orgasm and multiple orgasms. (21:10) How perimenopause, hormones, and brain fog impact performance and decision-making. Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://mntr.ai/unicorn-ceo-summit-early-invite Thank you to Allison Germundson for being on our show! Take Allison’s quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/F1fISYhv. Answer Allison’s questions to learn about reclaiming your pleasure, reconnecting to your power, and reawakening your body. Learn more about Allison: https://allisongermundson.com/ Join Allison’s membership program, Turned On Again: https://www.onestrongwoman.com/turnedon Follow Allison on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allisongermundson/ Join the CEO School Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/membership. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| Why Your Health Should Compound Like Your Wealth with Nathalie Jorge | 22 Dec 2025 | 00:29:57 | |
Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://theceoschool.com/ceo-school-summit How are daily habits shaping (or sabotaging) your long-term health outcomes? In this episode, you’re invited to think about health the same way you think about wealth—something that compounds through daily decisions, not last-minute fixes. Also, Suneera’s guest, Nathalie Jorge, shares why chronic stress, burnout, and disease are often decades in the making, and how functional medicine addresses what traditional systems miss. Nathalie Jorge is the CEO of Companion Health and a healthcare innovator focused on preventative, functional medicine. With decades of entrepreneurial experience, she helps individuals reclaim agency over their health through personalized, root-cause care. What you’ll learn in this episode: (02:15) Why health functions like a compounding investment built through daily credits and debits. (05:45) How burnout in conventional medicine impacts doctors and patient care. (08:31) The difference between conventional medicine and functional, root-cause care. (10:04) Why chronic stress has become normalized. (13:32) The five foundational pillars Companion Health uses to support long-term health. (14:11) How gut health influences mood, resilience, and decision-making. (18:06) Why fiber plays a critical role in balancing the microbiome and reducing inflammation. (23:39) How health coaching provides accountability, clarity, and sustainable behavior change. Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://mntr.ai/unicorn-ceo-summit-early-invite Thank you to Nathalie Simmons Jorge for being on our show! Connect with Nathalie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathaliejorge Learn more about Companion Health: https://www.companionhealthnc.com Join the CEO School Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/membership. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| Rewiring Subconscious Stories for Limitless Success With Tiffany Cohen | 15 Dec 2025 | 00:42:56 | |
Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://theceoschool.com/ceo-school-summit How would your business change if you stopped operating from old subconscious stories and finally believed you were worthy? In this episode, you’ll explore how your subconscious beliefs, emotional patterns, and energetic blocks directly affect your success, confidence, and leadership. Suneera and her guest, Tiffany Cohen, will help you understand how worthiness, alignment, and the quantum field shape every action you take. Tiffany Cohen uses energy work, mindset healing, and quantum principles to elevate CEOs into clarity, confidence, and limitless potential. Through her Billion Dollar Healer sessions, she helps high achievers release what holds them back and expand into the highest timeline available to them. What you’ll learn in this episode: (05:48) Why the subconscious mind tries to keep you safe, and how that safety mechanism leads to self-sabotage. (07:01) What the quantum field is. (09:12) Why every vision you see for yourself already exists on another timeline, and what it means to surrender to it. (11:21) How aligned action creates momentum and pulls your dreams into reality. (14:17) The most common block Tiffany sees in high-achieving women, and why worthiness sits at the root of it. (19:59) How your business mirrors your energetic state and why personal blocks become business blocks. (28:21) Practical tools that will help you show up grounded and powerful every day. Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://mntr.ai/unicorn-ceo-summit-early-invite Thank you to Tiffany Cohen for being on our show! Learn more about Tiffany and her her Billion Dollar Healer sessions: https://www.imtiffanymarie.com/ Follow Tiffany on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/imtiffanycohen and DM her the word “reset” to receive her Mindset Reset Guide. Join the CEO School Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/membership. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| Jess King’s Journey From Dancer to Peloton Star & Creative Visionary | 08 Dec 2025 | 00:59:41 | |
Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://theceoschool.com/ceo-school-summit What would change in your leadership if you honored your inner child instead of suppressing it? In this episode, you’ll hear Jess King open up about her unconventional career path, her inner-healing journey, and the spiritual principles that guide her life. You’ll learn how to reconnect with yourself, find stillness in chaos, and build confidence rooted in authenticity—not perfection. This conversation invites you to step into your own light, trust your gifts, and embrace the version of yourself you’re becoming. Jess King is a Peloton superstar, spiritual athlete, DJ, and creative force who empowers people to step into their light. From dance and Cirque du Soleil to digital fame and mindful coaching, Jess uses movement, storytelling, and honesty to help others rise into their most expansive lives. What you’ll learn in this episode: (02:46) How Jess’s dance career, early rejections, and determination set the foundation for her Peloton journey. (05:14) Why healing her inner patterns and reconnecting with her inner child transformed every area of her life. (08:23) How saying “yes” to possibility helped Jess step into bold new opportunities. (14:49) Why Jess confidently told Peloton to “just hire me” and how self-belief shifts outcomes. (19:06) What authentic leadership means to Jess. (26:09) How to create calm and self-connection even in the busiest seasons of life. (33:43) Why surrender—not control—is the true path to ease, trust, and aligned action. (48:47) How Jess is building Mindfull3, her coaching and wellness company, to help others transform from the inside out. Lock in your spot for the Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://mntr.ai/unicorn-ceo-summit-early-invite Thank you to Jess King for being on our show! Learn more about Jess and Mindful3: https://mindfull3.com/ Check out Jess Kind On The Record: https://getontherecord.com/ Join the CEO School Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/membership. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| Building a $30 Million Brand Without Millions of Followers with Lisa Jauregui | 01 Dec 2025 | 00:33:24 | |
Lock in your spot for Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://theceoschool.com/ceo-school-summit Founders and CEOs, how would your business grow if you built relationships that weren’t transactional? In this episode, you’ll hear how Lisa Jauregui built a beauty brand from a $30,000 living-room startup into a $30M+ category-leading cosmetics brand—all without millions of followers. You’ll discover the mindset, intuition, relationship-building, and community-driven strategies that fueled her explosive growth. You’ll also hear a deeply personal conversation about confidence, femininity, and redefining beauty in a world full of expectations. Lisa Jauregui is a beauty entrepreneur and the visionary behind BK Beauty, a category-leading makeup tools company rooted in the belief that “beauty is kindness.” What you’ll learn in this episode: (01:32) Launching a multi-million-dollar direct-to-consumer brand. (07:30) Why identifying white space in the beauty tools market gave BK Beauty its competitive edge. (09:23) How the brand name “BK Beauty” was born from Lisa’s mission to teach her daughters that beauty is kindness. (16:12) How organic creator collaborations became the backbone of BK Beauty’s early growth. (19:54) What Lisa learned from scaling fast and navigating inventory challenges and customer experience. (24:25) The exact moment Lisa realized BK Beauty had become bigger than herself. (28:12) How she and her husband divide roles and maintain balance as co-founders and parents. (30:12) Strategies product-based founders can use to generate excitement. Lock in your spot for Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://mntr.ai/unicorn-ceo-summit-early-invite Thank you to Lisa Jauregui for being on our show! Learn more about Lisa: https://www.instagram.com/lisajmakeup/ BK Beauty on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebkbeauty/ BK Beauty’s website: https://www.bkbeauty.com Join the CEO School Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/membership. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| Bootstrapped To Millions. How Michelle Razavi Turned Elavi Into a Retail Powerhouse | 24 Nov 2025 | 00:42:50 | |
Founders, what steps can you take to understand your retail category better than anyone else in your space? In this episode, you’ll learn how Michelle Razavi built a capital-efficient consumer packaged goods (CPG) brand that broke into major retailers through resilience, community building, and strategic iteration. You’ll hear the real story behind pivots, failed first products, fundraising hurdles, and the discipline required to scale a product into big-box stores. Michelle Razavi is the founder and CEO of Elavi, the protein-rich snack taking over Costco and major retailers. Michelle is on a mission to reinvent nostalgic treats with clean, functional ingredients, and to empower women to fuel their bodies with strength, confidence, and protein. What you’ll learn in this episode: (01:26) How Michelle scaled Elavi from a homemade concept into nationwide retail distribution. (05:56) Why protein matters deeply for women and how to rethink your relationship with nutritional products. (08:05) How Michelle navigated early failures and high-pressure pivots in year one. (12:55) Why building a digital community is now table stakes for every founder. (15:11) What it takes to commercialize a kitchen prototype into large-scale manufacturing. (19:38) Why founders must embrace social media. (26:46) The biggest mistakes founders make when pitching retail buyers. (31:30) Why getting onto retail shelves is only the beginning and what sell-through really requires operationally. Thank you to Michelle Razavi for being on the show! Michelle’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellerazavi/ Michelle’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellerazavi/ Elavi: http://www.elavi.co Join the CEO School Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/membership. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| The Leadership Patterns Every CEO Masters | 17 Nov 2025 | 00:11:00 | |
Lock in your spot for Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://mntr.ai/unicorn-ceo-summit-early-invite What are the five essential shifts you need to make to become a seven-figure or eight-figure CEO? In this episode, Suneera breaks down the five patterns she sees among seven-figure and eight-figure CEOs at the Millionaire Founders Club retreat. She walks you through the mindset and operational shifts required to move from doing to leading—including clarity, systems, team, visibility, and alignment. What you’ll learn in this episode: (1:13) Why shifting your language from “Can I?” to “Who can?” accelerates your path to scalable leadership. (2:18) How founders achieve total clarity in their business model and ideal customer profile (ICP). (3:55) Why scalable systems and repeatable processes are essential for growth. (4:48) How team leverage—human or AI—becomes the catalyst for moving from doing to leading. (7:02) Why visibility is directly tied to your brand valuation and market share. (8:02) How leveraging owned media channels gives you unprecedented access to your customers. (8:39) Why alignment becomes a non-negotiable filter for clients, teams, and decisions. Lock in your spot for Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://mntr.ai/unicorn-ceo-summit-early-invite Join the CEO School Founders Club: https://theceoschool.com/membership. We're building a table where every female founder has a seat. Subscribe to the CEO School podcast because only 2% of female founders ever break $1 million in revenue, and we’re changing that: * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast//id1525261018 * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/06KIvFFJP0yJv67N9ugigU * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CEOSchoolPodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about CEO School because nothing bad ever happens when women make more money: * Website: https://theceoschool.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceoschool/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries, but in your whole life. * Website: https://suneeramadhani.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneeramadhani/ This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/ | |||
| Breaking Free From Patriarchy AND Mean Girls As Hype Women with Erin Gallagher | 10 Nov 2025 | 00:44:52 | |
Lock in your spot for Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://mntr.ai/unicorn-ceo-summit-early-invite What if the secret to success wasn’t more hustle—but better alignment? This episode of CEO School features Erin Gallagher, author and CEO of Hype Women, discussing the importance of women supporting and hyping each other rather than competing. Erin shares her personal journey of reclaiming her intuition and self-worth after years in corporate America, and explores the challenges women face from both societal systems and internalized scarcity mindsets. The conversation highlights the power of transferring different forms of capital—human, social, political, and financial—to uplift women and create meaningful change. Get your copy of Hype Women today: https://www.amazon.com/Hype-Women-Breaking-Patriarchy-Silencing/dp/1394329504 💬 Your Turn: What was your biggest takeaway this season? Tag @ceoschool and let us know! 📢 Love the show? Share with a business bestie and leave a review to help more women scale with confidence. (00:00:00) Reclaiming Intuition and Self-Worth (00:05:30) The Power and Pitfalls of "Mean Girl" Culture (00:08:00) Scarcity Mindset vs. Abundance for Women (00:15:45) The Hype Women Economy: Transferring Capital (00:22:30) Vulnerability, Motherhood, and Breaking the Mold (00:35:00) Embracing Dualities and Building Community Lock in your spot for Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://mntr.ai/unicorn-ceo-summit-early-invite | |||
| Welcome Back To CEO School. Here’s What’s Next. | 03 Nov 2025 | 00:15:52 | |
Lock in your spot for Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://mntr.ai/unicorn-ceo-summit-early-invite What if the secret to success wasn’t more hustle—but better alignment? In this special kickoff episode, CEO School host Suneera Madhani welcomes you to the future of CEO School. In this episode, she celebrated 5 years of the podcast and shares why the movement is just getting started. This episode embraces the Big Business Energy and teaches you how to redefine your success on your journey toward freedom, impact, and authenticity. Only 2% of female founders surpass $1 million in revenue - which has to stop. This next season of CEO School is sure to bring you conversations and guidance you need to reach your next million. 💬 Your Turn: What was your biggest takeaway this season? Tag @ceoschool and let us know! 📢 Love the show? Share with a business bestie and leave a review to help more women scale with confidence. (00:01:54) The Origin of CEO School Podcast (00:03:21) Breaking the Million Dollar Barrier (00:07:21) Navigating Venture Capital & The Boys Club (00:09:03) Motherhood, Mindset, and Scaling During the Pandemic (00:10:11) Claiming the CEO Title & Building a Legacy Lock in your spot for Unicorn CEO Summit today at https://mntr.ai/unicorn-ceo-summit-early-invite | |||