Episode Recap: The Badass Women in Business Podcast with Marci Hopkins Grab a cup of coffee and settle in because this episode of The Badass Women in Business Podcast, hosted by the dynamic duo Cristy and Aggie, is nothing short of a rollercoaster ride of inspiration! They're joined by the fabulous Marci Hopkins, a TV maestro and powerhouse behind the three-time Telly Award-winning talk show, "Wake Up with Marci & Hilary, A Talk Show with A Heart." Episode Highlights: Media Maven: Dive...

Episode Summary:  Welcome to another episode of the Badass Women in Business Podcast. Today, we're diving into the world of franchising with Angela Coté, CEO and founder of AC Inc. Angela starts off with a straightforward yet powerful concept: action equals growth. She emphasizes that each step, successful or otherwise, provides valuable learning experiences, boosting our confidence to take the next steps. In this episode, Angela shares her insights as a leader dedicated to improving...

In this inspiring episode of the Badass Women in Business Podcast, hosts Aggie and Cristy are thrilled to welcome Marla DiCarlo, an accomplished business and financial consultant with over three decades of accounting expertise and the co-owner of BizNavigators. Marla's storied career has seen her at the helm of Raincatcher as CEO and co-owner, earning accolades such as #1 Business Broker by Inc. Magazine, Best Workplace in 2020, and a spot at #376 on the Inc. 5000 List in 2021. Her leadership...

In this episode of the "Badass Women in Business Podcast," hosts Aggie and Cristy talk with Katie Spadoro, who founded an HR consulting firm. Katie discusses starting her business, the importance of HR for small businesses, and the mindset needed for entrepreneurial success. She highlights the challenges and growth opportunities of running a business, and shares advice for new entrepreneurs, including the need to embrace discomfort and seek expert guidance. Katie also gives a glimpse into the...

In this episode of the Badass Women in Business Podcast, hosts Aggie and Cristy welcome Chrisa Zindros Boyce, an executive coach and corporate consultant, to share her insights and experiences. Chrisa discusses her unique journey from marketing and branding into operations, highlighting the importance of leveraging all experiences to become adaptable and versatile in business. She emphasizes the value of embracing risk-taking and 'messiness' for personal growth and happiness. Chrisa also...

Suzanne Fletcher turned a career in investment into her own company, launching Zelda Ventures in 2022. Early stage investors can't just throw money at everyone. Suzanne's experience helps her identify Zelda's ideal partner, investing in resilient people who have a desire to solve a problem and create their own destiny. Aggie and Cristy learn about prioritizing your time, funding women-owned businesses, the importance of maintaining relationships. Learn more about Suzanne's work here:...

Tylar Brannon grew up in the medical field, but when the time came, she pivoted to study law. The expertise in both fields proved valuable when expanding Optimal Bio, a Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy provider that helps men and women bring their hormones to optimum levels. The young CEO hit the ground running and has never looked back, opening 8 locations across four different states. Aggie and Cristy learn about the importance of hormones in our daily lives, listening to your gut,...

Ashley Harding has a passion for education, and one life-changing interaction with a student showed her just how much a positive experience in school can change someone's life-trajectory.  As an Educational Therapist, providing holistic guidance to help students navigate their way through the current educational system inspired her to create North Star Academics. The organization, which focuses on assisting BIPOC communities, supports children and their families nationwide in navigating...

Laura Griffin knew that getting into the real estate industry would be tough. She knew she had to think outside of the box to stand out in the competitive Northern Virginia market, but she never anticipated a Facebook group she started to provide parenting advice for local mom's being her ticket to a successful career. Laura now finds supportive and reliable clients in a place that was once only a hobby, and the results have been tremendous. Aggie and Cristy learn about Facebook groups,...

Angie Mizzell knew she wanted to change directions in her career, but the move proved to be a much tougher task than she expected. Through patience, reflection, and conversation, Angie soon uncovered the career and lifestyle of her dreams, and now she guides others to do the same. Angie has blossomed a successful television news career into public speaking and writing (she just released her memoir, "Girl in the Spotlight," in October 2023).  Aggie and Cristy learn about following your...

Becky Ezzell was presented with a choice: continue down a stale, but stable career path, or take control of her own journey. She chose the latter, and now runs Keep Smart Books, an accounting firm that makes sure your business understand it’s financials. The business has even blossomed into an academy where Becky teaches future and current accountants essential practices to keep up with the times. Aggie and Cristy learn the importance of knowing your numbers, hiring the right employees, and...

Lindsay Gremmer had an established career in accounting, but a move to a new location forced her to evaluate where she should take her next steps. Rather than starting her own business from the ground up, Lindsay bought in as a partner at Vail Financial Services. Purchasing a business presents a unique set of challenges, but through persistence and consistent evaluation, Lindsay has surrounded herself with her ideal team of employees and clients. Aggie and Cristy learn about passive income,...

Jen Devore wants business leaders to know that marketing is not rocket science, even though she did get her start marketing for NASA. The marketing professional and business coach has built multiple businesses from the ground up while finding new ways to reach customers and grow interest in her company each time. Aggie and Cristy learn about scaling businesses, the importance of YouTube thumbnails, and how you can reach customers who don't even know they need your product. Learn more about...

Tianna Linton has faced challenges in her life, but she wouldn't be where she is today without that adversity. The marketing professional and business coach serves as the CEO of The Brazen Women Collective, a for women, by women community built to foster the expansion of highly successful women into their true calling. Aggie and Cristy get vulnerable, learning how to use their "why" to overcome their fears and take the next steps in building the career and lifestyle of their dreams. Follow...

If you Google search for Jade Pruett, you’ll find her name taking up all of the prime search positions. That’s what Jade and her business, HelloSEO, wants to do for your company. After years of helping start-ups grow their search engine optimization ratings, Jade went full-time with her own SEO business in 2022, and the results have been staggering. Aggie and Cristy learn about the importance of SEO in modern marketing, taking the leap from a full-time job to owning your own business, and how...

Mangrove Web designs websites that make it easier for good people to do great work. For the first time in the shows history, Badass Women in Business features four guests, including *gasp* a man! The Mangrove team started small, but has grown over a decade into a multi-faceted international team that puts accessibility at the core of their values. Aggie and Cristy learn what it means to be a B Corp, how to grow your team in healthy a way, and what it really means to make the internet...

Ihssane Leckey has been there before, and now she wants to help you embrace diversity, promote equity, and drive inclusion to transform your organization and the world into a place where all belong. Growing up from humble beginnings in Morocco, Ihssane has always been on a mission to include everyone from the playground to the workplace. That’s why she started Unity First Advisors, analyzing data and trends to make informed decisions that will set up your business or campaign for long-term...

Kaitlin Borncamp wants to help you live your best life! Kaitlin began her career in accounting, but soon realized the corporate grind was preventing her from taking care of herself physically and mentally. She prioritized her health and the rewards were astounding, boosting her mood, energy levels, and overall productivity! Now, Kaitlin helps others find their work-life balance as a certified nutritional therapist. Aggie and Cristy learn about the importance of sleep, establishing routines,...

Arlene Siller has always had a passion for research, but after spending years in male-dominated industries, she knew it was time for a change. When she found herself in the world of grant writing, she seized the opportunity to use her background to help secure funding to help causes she was passionate about. Now, Arlene runs Ascend Nonprofit and Business Solutions, offering grant writing, research, and strategic planning to help minority and women-owned businesses get the funding they need to...

Tina Weede knows that any successful business must optimize its talent and culture to deliver the best services possible. That’s why she found Gratitudes Group - a woman owned talent optimization and culture engineering agency with a proven track record of over 30 years delivering award winning and successful human capital solutions that drive positive results. After working her way up an award winning incentive company, Tina opened up her talents to clients around the globe, and now she...

Layne Cozzolino and Mindy McCord have always been passionate about creating in the kitchen, but they took their hobby to the next level by starting Siren Shrub, an ethical and open-sourced beverage company. The food and beverage industry can be daunting to enter, but with the right product (and the right amount of preparation), a star can be born, even in the smallest of cities. Aggie & Cristy learn about shrubs and their flavorful history, while also discovering how two friends can run a...

Pam Foley is back, and she’s taking the marketing world by storm! Since joining the podcast in September of 2022, Pam has taken significant steps in marketing AOU Creative, cultivating her ideal client base, and developing the team around her. Aggie and Cristy learn about key metrics to look for when marketing your business, and they even dive into the capabilities of Artificial Intelligence.  - Learn more about Pam's work here: https://aoucreative.com/ - Watch Pam's YouTube channel:...

Erin Marcus wants to give you the tools to turn your dreams into your reality. Her knack for building successful businesses blossomed into her consulting firm, Conquer Your Business,  where she advises entrepreneurs around the country on how to craft their own sustainable business models and practices. Aggie & Cristy discover the keys to identifying the right employee for your business and learn how to evolve the hiring process to create a motivating environment.  Learn more about Erin's...

Tracy Goodwin embodies the phrase "you had me at hello".  The owner of "Captivate The Room," Tracy uses over 30 years of experience to teach clients how to harness the power of their voices simply by shifting sounds that were sending the wrong message. In today's episode, Aggie & Cristy learn how your tone, your speed, and even a pause... tell your entire story and can dramatically impact how your pitch comes across to customers or investors.  Learn more about Tracy's work here:...