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How Women Inspire: Invest, Lead, Give

by How Women Lead

How Women Inspire: Invest, Lead, Give sets out to bring the voices of empowered and inspiring women forward to share their stories of stepping into leadership positions. We aspire to share what is possible and encourage more women to leap, striving for these board and c-suite positions themselves to change the path towards a more inclusive future. This podcast will share stories on how women lead and how their leadership opens the doors for the greater value of opportunities for others. By listening to this podcast, listeners will feel empowered to level up themselves or invest in women-led and women-founded companies to change the world of business. Find out more about How Women Inspire at https://www.howwomenlead.com/

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Episodes

  1. Building Wealth Through Values-Aligned Investing with Laura Henson

    Are you a woman with financial resources, feeling frustrated by the challenges you see in the world, from limited representation for women in leadership to underfunded female-led companies? Do you believe your money could do more than just grow in a traditional portfolio – that it could be a...

  2. Philanthropy, Racial Justice, and Feminist Leadership with Julie Castro Abrams [Rerelease]

    Content Warning: This episode includes mention of child and animal neglect and abuse. There’s a developmental stage between 45-65 where having an impact is one of the most important parts of this stage in our lives and it is so important to take a moment to reflect on the impact we want to have…

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  3. Transitioning from Academia to Startups with Grace Wei

    Are you a woman leader or entrepreneur considering a career pivot, especially from academia to the dynamic startup world? Do you wonder how to navigate this transition, build crucial relationships, and drive innovation in a new industry? This episode of How Women Inspire addresses these very...

  4. Career Pivots: Navigating Your Next Chapter with Joy and Success with JeanAnn Nichols and Lori Igleski

    Are you a top executive woman feeling the call for a significant career change, but grappling with the fear of the unknown, the exhaustion of past challenges, or the question of "who am I" outside of your corporate identity? In this episode of How Women Inspire, Julie Castro Abrams, JeanAnn...

  5. Translating your Experience for the Board Room with Essye Miller [Rerelease]

    Moving your career to the boardroom can be nerve-racking, but it’s never a journey you take alone. Join us as we sit down with Essye Miller, a distinguished public and private company board director. Drawing from her extensive 35-year career at the Department of Defense, including roles as CIO…

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  6. Diverse and Inclusive Board Representation with Robin Washington [Rerelease]

    Now more than ever, we need more diverse voices in positions of leadership, and preparing and supporting women on their journey to getting a board seat is what we do here at How Women Lead. In this episode, Robin Washington shares with us insights behind her remarkable career, emphasizing the…

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  7. Shaping the Future Through Mentoring and Sponsorship with Julie Castro Abrams

    In this powerful episode of How Women Lead, host Julie Castro Abrams dives deep into the often-underestimated power of mentoring, sponsorship, and advising. Join Julie as she shares crucial insights on how women leaders can fiercely advocate for each other, counter damaging cultural narratives…

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  8. Middlescence and Beyond: Unlocking Your Portfolio Life with Julie Castro Abrams

    Are you standing at a crossroads, wondering where your life force should go next? This week on How Women Inspire, Julie Castro Abrams invites you to explore middlescence and what it means for your future. It's a time for honest reflection, taking stock of what you've built, and considering the…

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  9. Corporate Governance in the Digital Age with Dottie Schindlinger [Rerelease]

    Ever wondered what keeps board members up at night, beyond just the financial spreadsheets? Today we’re diving into the complex world of corporate governance in the digital age with Dottie Schindlinger, Executive Director of the Diligent Institute. In this conversation, Dottie unpacks the…

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  10. Breaking Glass Ceilings: Women in Corporate Boards with Kimberley Goode [Rerelease]

    Ever wondered what it truly takes to shatter glass ceilings and secure a seat at the corporate boardroom table? In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the journey of Kimberley Goode, Senior Advisor at BMO Financial Group as she unravels the strategies, challenges, and triumphs of women...

  11. How Women Investors are Changing the Venture Investing Landscape with Alissa Livingston and Amy Dawson

    Ready to shatter the glass ceiling of venture investing? Let’s dive deep into the transformative world of women-led investments. In this episode of How Women Inspire, Amy Dawson and Alissa Livingston unpack the stark reality that women control 52% of wealth yet receive only 2% of venture funding…

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  12. Financial Intelligence & Strategic Vision for Women Investors with Anne Myong

    Are you ready to unlock the secrets to financial empowerment and strategic vision? Today’s episode features a dynamic conversation with Anne Myong, a global transformational leader and operating partner at How Women Invest. Join Julie Castro Abrams as they delve into the critical aspects of...

  13. Investment Automation, Venture Capital, and Wealth Building with Julianne Averill

    Feeling overwhelmed by the world of investing? You're not alone! Today, we take a dive deep into demystifying financial planning and wealth building with Julianne Averill, an extraordinary CFO, investor, and board advisor. Julianne shares her journey from a music major to a financial powerhouse,...

  14. Financial Wisdom and Building a Secure Future with Sherry Finkel Murphy

    Join us for a powerful conversation about women, wealth, and wielding your influence! Today, certified financial planner Sherry Finkel Murphy, founder of MadrinaMolly, shares with us how she’s revolutionizing how women approach their finances and futures. We talk about the cultural narratives,...

  15. Educational Equity for Multilingual Learners with Anya Hurwitz

    Did you know over 60% of California families speak multiple languages at home? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Anya Hurwitz, Executive Director of SEAL, to unravel the complexities and triumphs of educational equity for multilingual learners. We explore Dr. Hurwitz’s passionate dedication…

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  16. Revolutionizing Egg Donation and Fertility Solutions with Lauren Makler

    Imagine a world where freezing your eggs isn't just a luxury for the wealthy, and starting a family is a journey filled with ethical considerations and genuine support. That world is becoming a reality thanks to Lauren Makler, founder of Cofertility. In this episode of How Women Inspire, Julie…

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  17. Understanding Your Shopping Superpower with Diane Osgood

    In the US, women control roughly 85% of the household purchases, which means shopping isn’t just a necessity, it’s a superpower we wield. Diane Osgood, author of the forthcoming book 'Your Shopping Superpower' and co-author of 'The Carbon Almanac.’ Diane, a seasoned expert with over 30 years of...

  18. Career Advice, Investing, and Overcoming Systemic Bias with Patti Newcomer

    In this challenging world that’s full of bias against women, the only person guaranteed to advocate for you is you. Today, we sit down with marketing powerhouse Patti Newcomer for an insightful conversation that's sure to ignite your ambition. Patti shares her personal journey, career advice for...

  19. Women’s Financial Confidence and Breaking Through Business Barriers with Melissa Houston

    Now more than ever, it’s important for women to master their money and business strategies for financial freedom and success. Forget the myth that money is just 'numbers' - in today’s episode, Melissa Houston is tackling the emotional side of finance, unraveling cultural narratives that hold…

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  20. Values-Based Investing in Women-Led Startups with Rachel Zayas

    By 2030, it’s estimated that women will have control of over 60% of wealth in the United States. But historically, not only have women not played a big role in investing, but companies founded and led by women only receive around 2% of available venture funding. It’s time for us to take the…

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  21. Breaking Performance Mode: Insights from a Transformative Puerto Rico Retreat with Julie Castro Abrams and Liz Mabey

    In this episode, Julie and Liz Mabey share insights from a recent How Women Lead trip to Puerto Rico, focusing on the power of connection and authenticity among women leaders. They cover topics like escaping the "performance mode" we’re often in as women, overcoming self-limiting beliefs, and the...

  22. Closing the Funding Gap: How Women Investors are Supporting Women Founders in Venture Capital with Jacqueline Schafer

    What if I told you that women are poised to control trillions of dollars in wealth, yet only a fraction of venture capital funding goes to women-led businesses? It's time to change that narrative. Today, Julie Castro Abrams and Jackie Schafer discuss how we can support women founders, close the...

  23. Developing High-Performing Teams and Avoiding Burnout with Tamesa Rogers

    Ever feel like you're playing it safe, sticking to what you know? What if the key to unlocking your full potential was simply to lean into what scares you? In this episode of How Women Inspire, Julie sits down with Tamesa Rogers, a seasoned Chief People Officer and venture investor. Tamesa shares...

  24. Breaking the Glass Ceiling in Venture Capital with Cheryl Beninga

    Ever feel like you're leaving money on the table or that your financial growth is always taking a backseat to everything else? You're not alone. In this episode of How Women Inspire, we dive deep into the world of venture investing and women's empowerment with the incredible Cheryl Beninga.…

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  25. Cultivating Inclusive, Human-Centric Leadership with Lori Adams-Brown

    Embracing human-centric leadership, cultural intelligence, and authentic self-expression are the key ingredients to a successful company. Lori Adams-Brown, a global talent development director, podcast host, and advocate for women in leadership, is here today to share her insights on the unique...

  26. Parallel Planning for Growing Generational Wealth with Thomasina Williams

    Ever heard the saying "shirt sleeves to shirt sleeves in three generations"? It's a stark reminder that generational wealth doesn't simply happen; it requires intentional planning and a focus that goes beyond finances. In this episode of How Women Inspire, we sit down with Thomasina Williams,...

  27. Leveraging an Engineering Mindset in the Boardroom with Lynda Grindstaff

    Diversity of thought is one of, if not the most important thing we can bring into the boardroom with us as leaders. Considering a variety of perspectives allows us to find solutions to complex problems more quickly than if everyone had the same backgrounds and frames of mind. Few know this better...

  28. Unlocking the Power of Strategic Partnerships and Vulnerability with Brandy Goolsby

    In a tech world that's constantly evolving, how do you stay ahead of the curve and become a truly impactful leader? In this episode of How Women Inspire, Brandy Goolsby, a seasoned tech executive, shares her incredible journey from finding her voice to empowering the next generation of tech...

  29. Trust, Moral Leadership, and Finding Your Voice with Denise Brosseau [Replay]

    Women have powerful voices and have been using them to voice concerns and demand change forever. But when society is full of naysayers and those who undervalue women, it can be easy to back off of your convictions. In this episode, Denise Brosseau delves into the transformative power of finding...

  30. Building Women’s Financial Independence and Fixing the Broken Rung with Megan Schoettmer

    Do you feel confident that you’re in control of your financial future? With the huge transfer of wealth to women in this country, it’s more important than ever to be financially literate and feel confident in the conversation. In today’s episode, Megan Schottmer shares her inspiring journey of...

  31. Embracing Ambition and Rejecting Apologies with Shellye Archambeau [Replay]

    As women in the workplace, the odds of success and growth are not usually in our favor. So, what can we do to improve our odds and set ourselves up for success? In this episode of How Women Inspire, we sit down with Shellye Archambeau, experienced CEO, board director, and author of…

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  32. Driving Breakthrough Innovations and Impact with Erin Harkless Moore, Senior Director of Investments at Pivotal Ventures [Replay]

    In a world where the gender funding gap remains stubbornly wide, women are on a mission to change the game. Erin Harkless Moore is at the forefront of driving breakthrough innovations and social impact through strategic investments. In this episode, Erin shares her journey from Wall Street to...

  33. Embracing Authenticity and Overcoming Self-Doubt with Liz Sklar, Director at Stand & Deliver and Actress [Replay]

    Are you a woman in leadership struggling to manage stress and are not feeling like your authentic self? In this episode of How Women Inspire, Liz Sklar, Director of Stand and Deliver and actress, shares her journey from stage to C-suite and how she helps leaders find their authentic voice and...

  34. Revolutionizing the Healthcare Landscape with Elyse Heob

    The healthcare industry has long overlooked the unique needs and experiences of women, but that tide is finally turning. Today, we’re sitting down with Elyse Heob, a multi-time healthcare startup founder and expert in bringing groundbreaking innovations to market. Elyse shares her insights on the...

  35. Pioneering AI in Legal Tech with Jacqueline Schafer

    Only 2% of all founders of AI companies are women, and Jacqueline Schafer is one of those women leading the way in tech. Jacqueline is here this week to share her inspiring journey from her early days as a lawyer at a top firm to founding her own innovative company set on changing the legal...

  36. Mentorship, Curiosity, and the Immigrant Experience with Julie Huang

    In the professional world, having a mentor to guide you in making the best choices for yourself can make all the difference. Having a mentor can help you unlock your curiosity, seek out opportunities you didn’t think were possible, and make significant changes to the world. Mentorship is even…

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  37. Unlocking Barriers to Cancer Screening and Care with Vinona Bhatia

    Women’s health continues to be an important issue for many of us, and more and more medical technoplogy startups are getting on board with turning their attention to women’s health issues across the globe. Dr. Vinona Bhatia, a trailblazer in medicine, technology, and global health, is here this...

  38. Using Your Business as a Force for Good with Coco Sellman

    Growing a business is no easy feat, but here at How Women Lead, we have the pleasure of knowing many women who are leading high-growth companies. Their difference? The companies are not only high-growth, but high-impact, aligning their business values with their personal values aiming for a…

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  39. Leveraging Entrepreneurship to Drive Positive Change in Latino Communities with Marisela Barbosa

    If anyone knows about the importance of grit and determination, it’s immigrants. Hispanic people are the fastest growing worker group in the US, and young Hispanic people attending college and universities are truly the workforce of tomorrow. Despite this, Latina and Latino voices are grossly...

  40. Overcoming Barriers with Confidence, Resilience, and Determination with Deborah Smith

    Even if we think our career is on a straight path, life has a funny way of presenting us with unexpected opportunities and changing our trajectories. Deborah Smith knows this firsthand, having moved around in the financial industry and taken almost every opportunity that presented itself before...

  41. Balancing Innovation and Responsibility with Jessica Nall

    As technology advances quickly, it can be hard for regulation to keep up with innovation. So what are developing technology companies to do when regulations are so vague, and standards are yet to be developed? One answer is to work on self-regulation. Jessica Nall is here to talk about her work…

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  42. Mentorship, Resilience, and the Power of Relationships with Shannon Nash

    One of the most powerful tools you can have as you navigate your career is a well-rounded network. The relationships you build with mentors and colleagues have a massive effect on your trajectory, and few know this better than Shannon Nash. Shannon is here today to offer us her insights on the...

  43. Unlocking the Wealth and Influence of Women with Mandy Bynum

    There has been a significant increase in women-led venture firms, going from 12 in 2010 to nearly 300 in 2020, emphasizing the potential for women to manage $30 trillion in wealth by 2030. And despite women-founded companies outperforming their male counterparts, they received only 1.8% of…

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  44. Leaving Normal and Embracing Change with Dr. Keera Godfrey

    Everyone has a different path and purpose in life, and those on the entrepreneurship journey often feel it most. But fighting loneliness by building community with and supporting other women and women entrepreneurs leads to incredible collaboration, better health, and lasting societal change. Dr....

  45. Leveraging Venture Investing for Impact with Gaby Darbyshire

    Women currently own 52% of wealth but receive only 2% of venture funding, despite returning 34% more to investors. It’s our mission here at How Women Lead to lift each other up in every way we can, including funding women startups and business owners looking for funding. Because when we invest in...

  46. Investing in Women CEOs with Patricia Lizarraga

    Women CEOs are incredible - they have to be to get to the top - so it only makes sense that their companies outperform others in the stock market. So why aren’t more people actively investing in women? Patricia Lizarraga is here today to talk about raising visibility and funds for women-led...

  47. Do Good While Doing Well with Marcia Dawood

    The importance of getting more women involved in venture and angel investing cannot be understated. As more women earn more money, the value of getting women seats at the table and in positions that decide what their money is being used for grows. Marcia Dawood is here today to share with us how…

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  48. Designing Human-Centered AI with Ewa Ding

    It feels like AI has taken over the world since Open AI released ChatGPT at the end of 2022. The widespread use of large language models, however, has shown a great deal of bias and misinformation, in addition to being less than intuitive. So how do we create better AI? Ewa Ding is here this week...

  49. Embracing Unabashed Visibility as Women Leaders [Credo #4]

    Women’s voices have been and continue to be culturally dismissed and discouraged. Women are very rarely quoted in science and financial journals, as well as make up only about 25% of all of the people who are quoted as experts in the news media. The fourth element of our credo at How Women Lead…

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  50. Amplifying Women’s Voices to Reshape the Future [Credo #3]

    Every woman has an instance in her childhood where her voice was ignored. Maybe she was told to be seen and not heard, maybe she was looked over in class to speak, or maybe she was told to take up less space. This cultural bias against women’s voices needs to be put to an end, and it starts with…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

How Women Inspire: Invest, Lead, Give sets out to bring the voices of empowered and inspiring women forward to share their stories of stepping into leadership positions. We aspire to share what is possible and encourage more women to leap, striving for these board and c-suite positions themselves to change the path towards a more inclusive future. This podcast will share stories on how women lead and how their leadership opens the doors for the greater value of opportunities for others. By listening to this podcast, listeners will feel empowered to level up themselves or invest in women-led and women-founded companies to change the world of business. Find out more about How Women Inspire at https://www.howwomenlead.com/

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