Running Five Businesses While Fighting for Change | Chandra Gore | Entrepreneur & Activist

Chandra Gore is a lifelong serial entrepreneur with businesses across industries, from consulting and media production to radio and comedy festivals. She’s also an activist dedicated to creating change at the local level, whether it’s registering voters or speaking up at school board meetings. Her mission is to merge business success with community impact. Chandra shares her journey from starting businesses at 18 to running five companies today, why structure is essential even when life feels chaotic, and how she uses her voice to create meaningful change. She offers candid insights into the realities of entrepreneurship, the importance of having a plan in activism, and why she believes you already have the “secret sauce” to succeed. Her story is proof that you can design a life that reflects every passion and priority you care about. Chapters 00:00 Meet Chandra Gore 03:15 Growing Up with an Entrepreneur Father 07:40 Launching Her First Business at 18 11:20 Lessons from 20+ Years in Entrepreneurship 15:30 Balancing Five Businesses and Family Life 19:15 Why Local Activism Matters 23:30 Creating the Greater Northern Virginia Comedy & Film Festival 27:50 Structure as the Key to Managing ADHD and Bipolar Disorder 32:10 Using Your Voice for Change 36:40 Cleaning House and Refocusing Priorities 40:15 How Activism and Business Fuel Each Other 44:30 Books That Influence Her Thinking 48:10 Advice for Entrepreneurs Who Want to Make an Impact The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms. Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think. Explore more at thepowerfulladies.com and karaduffy.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices