In Pursuit of Inclusivity... LIVE at Cincy Start-Up Week!

Welcome to Power to Pursue, a groundbreaking podcast hosted by Rachel DesRochers, a serial entrepreneur and nonprofit founder. Launched in the Spring of 2025, this podcast aims to celebrate and normalize the diverse pursuits of women-from perfecting their morning coffee to building successful businesses. With a focus on inspiring and empowering listeners, Power to Pursue will feature interviews with women from various backgrounds, including entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and everyday heroes. In this episode, host Rachel DesRochers is joined LIVE at Cincy Start-Up Week by Natasha Williams, Founder of Blk Wine Fest, and Abby Grimm from Cintrifuse.  Listen in for an open conversation about building events that celebrate equity, inclusion, and authentic community. Over a glass of wine (thanks to Natasha!), we explore what it means to create spaces where everyone feels seen and safe... from dismantling outdated systems and reimagining what “startup” means, to redefining success through collaboration and shared purpose. They discuss the real work of intentional event design, the challenges of inviting diverse audiences, and the joy that comes from partnership and persistence. It’s a vibrant, laughter-filled dialogue about building with love, leading with equity, and fueling the Cincinnati ecosystem for what’s next.