Powerful Women: Off The Record

In this episode of Powerful Women: Off the Record, leadership coach and executive advisor Althea shares a candid and deeply grounded conversation about authenticity, resilience, leadership, and trusting your inner voice. Drawing from decades of experience navigating corporate leadership, single motherhood, higher education, entrepreneurship, and executive coaching, Althea reflects on the moments that shaped her path—and the lessons she now helps others uncover in themselves.She opens up about learning to trust her intuition, why self-awareness is one of the most powerful leadership tools we have, and how personality assessments can help people better understand both their strengths and blind spots.Throughout the conversation, Althea shares wisdom on:• Leadership, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence • Why authenticity matters more than perfection • The power of mentorship and helping other women rise • Building a life that balances ambition, joy, family, and purpose • Learning to embrace mistakes as part of growth From working her way through school later in life to becoming a respected leadership coach and community leader, Althea’s story is a reminder that success is rarely linear—and that some of the most powerful transformations happen when we finally trust ourselves enough to pivot.Althea Luehrsen is the founder and CEO of August Moon Consulting, LLC, specializing in executive coaching, leadership development, and strategic planning. With more than 40 years of experience spanning corporate sales, higher education, and nonprofit leadership, she has led organizations, advised executives, and built strategies that drive results.Before launching her firm in 2020, Althea served as CEO of Leadership Buffalo for 12 years and spent over a decade at the University at Buffalo as Executive Director of the Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership and Assistant Vice President for Corporate and Foundation Relations. She is a certified executive coach, Hogan Personality Assessment practitioner, and an active leader in numerous boards and community initiatives, including SUNY Erie Foundation, and Feed More WNY.Widely recognized for her impact, Althea has been named one of Western New York’s 250 Most Powerful People and one of Buffalo Business First’s 100 Most Powerful Women for nine consecutive years.Learn more about Althea Luehrsen:www.augustmoonconsulting.comhttps://nextlevelleadershipllc.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/althea-luehrsen-82b46540/Enjoy the “Powerful Women: Off the Record” podcast on Spotify, YouTube and all your favorite podcast platforms. New Episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.Watch full video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw Follow the podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/Schedule a discovery call:https://sophiusllc.com/Special thanks to my son for designing and producing this podcast!

Special thanks to Fiona Paul for joining me on this podcast!Enjoy the “Powerful Women: Off the Record” podcast on Spotify, YouTube and all your favorite podcast platforms. New Episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.Watch full video episodes on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/70nwWBPNyAIBmVy4FD5OZVWatch full video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw Follow the podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/Schedule a discovery call:https://sophiusllc.com/

In this episode of Powerful Women: Off the Record, Fiona Paul shares a deeply transformative journey of awakening, self-respect, and returning to her authentic self.While working in the corporate world in the United Kingdom, Fiona began experiencing severe physical and emotional distress—what she later understood as her body signaling profound misalignment. At a breaking point, she had a powerful spiritual encounter that shifted everything, guiding her to reconnect with her heart and leave behind a life that no longer aligned with who she truly was. From there, Fiona followed an unexpected path into animal behavior, working with dogs, horses, and animals around the world—each experience bringing her closer to her true nature and deepening her understanding of intuition, energy, and emotional connection.Throughout the conversation, Fiona reflects on:• How the body communicates truth before the mind understands it • The importance of self-respect as a turning point in transformation • The contrast between forced success and aligned flow • The role of nature and animals as mirrors of our authentic selves • Why authenticity is no longer optional—and what happens when we ignore it This episode is a powerful reminder that the path may not always be logical—but when you listen closely, your body, your heart, and your inner knowing will always guide you back to yourself.Based in the United Kingdom, Fiona Paul is an Intuitive Spiritual Guide and Advisor who helps individuals reconnect with their inner truth, clarity, and purpose.For over 25 years, she has experienced a deep connection to higher guidance, using her intuitive abilities to support others in gaining clarity, strengthening self-trust, and aligning with who they truly are.Learn more about Fiona Paul:www.fionapaul.comhttps://www.instagram.com/fionapaul444/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000246957795Enjoy the “Powerful Women: Off the Record” podcast on Spotify, YouTube and all your favorite podcast platforms. New Episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.Watch full video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw Follow the podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/Schedule a discovery call:https://sophiusllc.com/Special thanks to my son for designing and producing this podcast!

Special thanks to Diane Burley for joining me on this podcast!Enjoy the “Powerful Women: Off the Record” podcast on Spotify, YouTube and all your favorite podcast platforms. New Episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.Watch full video episodes on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/70nwWBPNyAIBmVy4FD5OZVWatch full video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw Follow the podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/Schedule a discovery call:https://sophiusllc.com/

In this episode of Powerful Women: Off the Record, Diane Burley shares a deeply personal journey of reinvention, resilience, and rediscovery.After a career marked by constant pivots across journalism, technology, and marketing, Diane reached a moment many high-performing women quietly fear: everything stopped. The external drivers—career, family demands, financial pressure—disappeared, leaving her to confront a powerful question: Now what?What followed wasn’t another strategic move—it was a return to her roots.Diane shares how uncovering the story of a female ancestor became a catalyst for reclaiming her voice and reconnecting with the storyteller she was always meant to be. Through this lens, she reflects on the cyclical nature of progress, the importance of remembering history, and why women must remain vigilant in holding their place in leadership.Through storytelling, dance, and rediscovering her voice, Diane reflects on resilience, the power of creative expression, and why women must stay connected to their instincts in a rapidly changing world.She also shares her work through her Substack, Musings of a Storyteller, where she commits to finding light—even in life’s heaviest moments.Diane is an author, journalist, and mother two sons. She braids lost moments of history, what has us wincing, and personal experience to offer stories with heart, hope and humor.Learn more at www.musingsofastoryteller.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dianeburleyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/burleydi/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/diane.burley/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MusingsofaStoryteller-c8thttps://dianeburley.substack.com/Enjoy the “Powerful Women: Off the Record” podcast on Spotify, YouTube and all your favorite podcast platforms. New Episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.Watch full video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw Follow the podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/Schedule a discovery call:https://sophiusllc.com/Special thanks to my son for designing and producing this podcast!

Special thanks to Stephanie Thiel for joining me on this podcast!Enjoy the “Powerful Women: Off the Record” podcast on Spotify, YouTube and all your favorite podcast platforms. New Episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.Watch full video episodes on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/70nwWBPNyAIBmVy4FD5OZVWatch full video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw Follow the podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/Schedule a discovery call:https://sophiusllc.com/

In this episode of Powerful Women: Off the Record, Stephanie Thiel shares a powerful story of faith, family, and the role emotional intelligence plays in leadership.After ending the business that she had built, Stephanie found herself at a crossroads—professionally successful, but emotionally out of alignment. In that moment, she made a powerful decision to trust something bigger than herself, reconnect with her faith, and rebuild her life from a place of clarity.That decision led her to make a bold move—relocating her children across the country to be closer to family. What followed was more than just a change in geography. It became a turning point that allowed her to reconnect with her spirituality, repair important family relationships, and created a more grounded life for her children.Throughout the conversation, Stephanie shares her perspective on motherhood, the importance of presence, and the quiet ways children absorb the experiences we create for them. She also speaks to the power of feminine leadership—highlighting how empathy, communication, and emotional intelligence are not weaknesses, but critical strengths in both business and life.This episode is about trusting the pivot, redefining success, and building a life rooted in what truly matters.Steph Thiel is a wealth consultant with Global Specialty Group, where she helps advisors and business owners design sophisticated strategies around insurance structures and long term wealth planning. Her background blends years as a wealth advisor with hands on experience building and operating successful tax businesses.Learn more at https://specialtywealthadvisory.com/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-thiel-138373115Learn more about Elisabeth Vealey atwww.sophiusllc.comwww.linkedin.com/in/eavealeyhttps://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey/https://www.facebook.com/elisabeth.vealey/Enjoy the “Powerful Women: Off the Record” podcast on Spotify, YouTube and all your favorite podcast platforms. New Episodes every Tuesday and ThursdayWatch full video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGwWatch full video episodes on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/70nwWBPNyAIBmVy4FD5OZVSpecial thanks to my son for designing and producing this podcast!

Special thanks to Julie Roy for joining me on this podcast!Enjoy the “Powerful Women: Off the Record” podcast on Spotify, YouTube and all your favorite podcast platforms. New Episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.Watch full video episodes on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/70nwWBPNyAIBmVy4FD5OZVWatch full video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw Follow the podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/Schedule a discovery call:https://sophiusllc.com/

In this episode of Powerful Women: Off the Record, Julie Roy shares the story behind her relentless drive and entrepreneurial spirit.Raised by a single mother working multiple jobs, she learned early that adversity could either break you or fuel you. She chose fuel. Those early experiences that shaped her fierce independence and determination.She shares how discovering the Montessori method unexpectedly changed the trajectory of her life and sparked a deeper mission: helping children learn in ways that honor how they are naturally wired to think and grow.From digging graves as a job during college to building and selling multi-million-dollar businesses, Julie reveals how conviction, resilience and unwavering alignment with her values shaped her path. Throughout the conversation, Julie talks candidly about scarcity mindset, trusting your gut, choosing the right partner in life and the discipline required to stay aligned with your values when building something meaningful. We discuss the difference between those that stay stuck in their story and those that use it as momentum.This episode is about resilience, conviction, and the power of believing in yourself long before anyone else does.Julie Roy is a seasoned business leader with several multi-million dollar exits and $600m in assets under management. She is the founder of the Wealth Masters Mastermind group and has built, scaled, and sold multiple businesses. Julie is a sought after business coach, industry speaker and author of The Multi-Million Dollar Mompreneur. Learn more at www.thejulieroy.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/julie-roy-wealthFollow at:Instagram: www.Instagram.com/thejulieroy/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/julie.d.roy.75/Buy her book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/07zk0OCWEnjoy the “Powerful Women: Off the Record” podcast on Spotify, YouTube and all your favorite podcast platforms. New Episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.Watch full video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw Follow the podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/Schedule a discovery call:https://sophiusllc.com/Special thanks to my son for designing and producing this podcast!

Special thanks to Andrea Levere for joining me on this podcast!Enjoy the “Powerful Women: Off the Record” podcast on Spotify, YouTube and all your favorite podcast platforms. New Episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.Watch full video episodes on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/70nwWBPNyAIBmVy4FD5OZVWatch full video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw Follow the podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/Schedule a discovery call:https://sophiusllc.com/

In this episode of “Powerful Women: Off the Record”, Andrea shares how a sense of social responsibility formed early in her life and guided her path through activism, leadership, and national impact work. From attending her first protest at just eleven years old to leading organizations dedicated to expanding economic opportunity, Andrea has spent her career working at the intersection of leadership and social impact. And let’s not forget how she testified in front of the Board of Education at the ripe old age of twelve so the girls in her school could wear pants.Andrea reflects on a life guided by purpose and shares how purpose can act as both a guide and a responsibility. When you know what you’re here to do, it becomes harder to ignore the moments when something feels out of alignment.We touch on the power of mentorship, the importance of knowing your personal brand and the simple but powerful discipline of doing what you say you are going to do.This episode explores what it means to live a life guided by purpose and to seize the opportunities that present themselves along the way.Andrea Levere is the CEO of Capitalize Good, a Social Enterprise Fellow at the Yale School of Management, and a visiting scholar at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Andrea began her career in development finance at the National Development Council (now Grow America) before joining Prosperity Now, a national intermediary focused on wealth inequality, where she served as President for 14 years. She currently serves as the Board Chair of two Community Development Financial Institutions – ROC USA and Rochdale Capital and Vice Chair of Scale Link.Learn more at www.capitalizegood.org LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-levere-8366a08 And www.linkedin.com/company/capitalize-good-llcEnjoy the “Powerful Women: Off the Record” podcast on Spotify, YouTube and all your favorite podcast platforms. New Episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.Watch full video episodes on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/70nwWBPNyAIBmVy4FD5OZVFollow the podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/Schedule a discovery call:https://sophiusllc.com/Special thanks to my son for designing and producing this podcast!

Special thanks to Maartje van Krieken for joining me on this podcast!Watch full video episodes on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/70nwWBPNyAIBmVy4FD5OZVWatch full video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw Follow the podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/Schedule a discovery call:https://sophiusllc.com/

In this episode of “Powerful Women: Off the Record”, Maartje Van Krieken, and I discuss what it truly means to maintain authenticity in a world full of expectations.Maartje began her career as an engineer in the international oil and gas industry, working on complex global projects and navigating environments where she was often the youngest — and one of the only women — in the room.But during one of the most intense chapters of her career, she experienced a profound personal loss while working on a remote project in Russia. The experience forced her into a period of deep reflection and ultimately catalyzed a major shift in both her career and her priorities.In this episode, Maartje reflects on how motherhood reshaped her sense of power, why protecting your energy is essential, and how society’s expectations of ambitious women subtly change over time — especially after forty.She also shares practical wisdom about decision-making, navigating major life transitions, and her personal strategy of committing to change in “three-month waves” to create space for growth without burnout.This conversation explores grief, resilience, career reinvention, and the quiet strength that comes from learning to ask one simple question: “Says who?”Maartje van Krieken is the founder of The Chaos Games Consulting and host of The Business Emergency Room podcast. An international speaker, business triage expert, accredited coach, a Fractional CSO (Chief Strategic Officer), and former frontier oil & gas leader, she equips executives and leadership teams with tools to navigate chaos, drive decisions, and lead through volatility by unlocking powerful people dynamics with her infectious energy and decades of global experience.Learn more at ⁠www.thechaosgamesconsulting.com⁠.Sign up for her newsletter at ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7171222994487336961⁠Follow Maartje:LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/maartje/⁠YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@TheBusinessEmergencyRoom⁠Watch full video episodes on YouTube:⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw⁠Follow the podcast on Instagram:⁠https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey⁠Connect on LinkedIn:⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/⁠Schedule a discovery call:⁠https://sophiusllc.com/⁠Special thanks to my son for designing and producing this podcast!

Special thanks to Reverend Denise Walden-Glenn for joining me on this podcast!Watch full video episodes on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/70nwWBPNyAIBmVy4FD5OZVWatch full video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGwFollow the podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealeyConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/Schedule a discovery call:https://sophiusllc.com/

In this episode of Powerful Women: Off the Record, Reverend Denise and I discuss embodied wisdom, spiritual conviction and the strength it takes to soften. From the time she was five years old, Reverend Denise knew something in her world was “off”. She wrestled with questions far beyond her years about fairness, protection and purpose long before most children could even name those ideas. She shares a defining childhood moment when she first realized she could “command” change. And how that spark of courage shaped her leadership, faith and feminine power. This episode explores intuition, shedding protective armor, and learning when “enough is enough.” She talks about the grief of releasing identities that once protected her, and what it looks like to consciously lay down that armor and embrace a softer, more feminine strength. This conversation is about spiritual listening and trusting that if the shift is rising is your body, it’s already time. Reverend Denise is the Executive Servant Leader and CEO of Urban Christian Ministries (UCM), a non-profit dedicated to strengthening the community by fostering spiritual growth, leadership skills and civic responsibility of our youth. Through a blend of love, education and hands-on learning, they empower young leaders to break the cycle of violence and make a profound, positive impact on their communities. Learn more about Reverend Denise and Urban Christian Ministries at www.ucmbuffalo.org and on Linked In.Watch full video episodes on YouTube:⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw⁠ Follow the podcast on Instagram:⁠https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey⁠ Connect on LinkedIn:⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/⁠Schedule a discovery call:⁠https://sophiusllc.com/⁠Special thanks to my son for designing and producing this podcast!

Special thanks to Nancy Tucker for joining me on this podcast!Watch full video episodes on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/70nwWBPNyAIBmVy4FD5OZVWatch full video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw Follow the podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/Schedule a discovery call:https://sophiusllc.com/

In this episode of Powerful Women: Off the Record, Nancy Tucker and I discuss the challenges of navigating executive leadership while raising children, blending families, and quietly pushing through mounting physical symptoms.Like many high-achieving women, she normalized exhaustion and her body’s warning system. Nancy shares how fainting episodes became the wake-up call she couldn’t ignore, and how that moment reshaped the way she approached work, boundaries, and caregiving.She speaks candidly about leaving a role that demanded too much from one person, advocating for healthier structures, and mentoring other women to recognize burnout before it becomes a crisis.This episode is about listening to your body before it has to shout, honoring your capacity and redefining success to include rest, presence, and sustainability. Sometimes leaving the wrong role can be an act of leadership. If you lead a team, a company, or a family – this episode will resonate.Nancy Tucker is the founder and CEO of Thelma & Louise Consulting LLC, a Human Resource consulting firm based in Florida and New York. She specializes in HRIS system conversions, payroll, process improvement and employee development.Learn more about Nancy Tucker on Linked In.Enjoy the “Powerful Women: Off the Record” podcast on Spotify, YouTube and all your favorite podcast platforms. New Episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.Watch full video episodes on YouTube:⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw⁠ Follow the podcast on Instagram:⁠https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey⁠ Connect on LinkedIn:⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/⁠Schedule a discovery call:⁠https://sophiusllc.com/⁠Special thanks to my son for designing and producing this podcast!

Special thanks to Caroline Organ for joining me on this podcast!Watch full video episodes on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/70nwWBPNyAIBmVy4FD5OZVWatch full video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw Follow the podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/Schedule a discovery call:https://sophiusllc.com/

In this episode of Powerful Women: Off the Record, Caroline Organ reflects on what it truly means to build a sustainable, long-term career while raising four children.With 18 years at the same firm, she offers a rare perspective on loyalty, flexibility, and the power of workplace cultures that support working mothers.Our conversation explores the invisible pressures women face, the importance of learning to say no without burning bridges, and the role of self-awareness in preventing burnout.Caroline speaks candidly about stepping back from commitments that no longer aligned with her season of life, adapting her routines to fit her reality, and building a “village” that allows her to thrive both professionally and personally.Rather than promoting perfection, this episode emphasizes sustainability — high standards without self-destruction. It is a grounded, honest portrayal of modern female leadership, work-life integration, and the courage to evolve as life changes.This episode stands out for its practical wisdom, emotional intelligence, and real-world application for professional women navigating both leadership and motherhood.Caroline Organ is the Chief Human Resources Officer at BS&P CPA’s and Consultants. A trusted resource across the firm, she is known for her deep expertise and ability to provide thoughtful, well-informed guidance. Caroline has received numerous awards throughout her career including the Outstanding Alumna award by both the University at Buffalo and Fredonia State University.Learn more about Caroline and BS&P CPA’s and Consultants:Website: www.bspcpa.comWatch full video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw Follow the podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/Schedule a discovery call:https://sophiusllc.com/Special thanks to my son for designing and producing this podcast!

Special thanks to Tanya Carney for joining me on this podcast!Watch full video episodes on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/70nwWBPNyAIBmVy4FD5OZVWatch full video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw Follow the podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/Schedule a discovery call:https://sophiusllc.com/

In this episode, I sit down with Tanya J. Carney for an honest conversation about growth, self-trust, and the subtle discipline required to stay aligned as a leader.Tanya reflects on the moment she knew she had outgrown her life and made the leap to Austin - stretching herself financially, emotionally, and professionally in order to keep evolving.We talk about recognizing the signs of misalignment before burnout takes over, why comfort can be more dangerous than fear, and how curiosity, learning, and routine can act as anchors during periods of change. Tanya shares the everyday practices that keep her steady: movement without perfectionism, eating with intention, respecting seasonal rhythms, and protecting her emotional boundaries as a leader.This episode is a reminder that resilience doesn’t come from grinding harder - it comes from knowing who you are, staying curious, and giving yourself permission to grow beyond the shell you’ve outgrown.This episode highlights stretching yourself, staying curious, and emotional boundaries.Learn more about Wheatsville Co-op:Website: ⁠www.wheatsville.coop⁠Watch full video episodes on YouTube:⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw⁠ Follow the podcast on Instagram:⁠https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey⁠ Connect on LinkedIn:⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/⁠Schedule a discovery call:⁠https://sophiusllc.com/⁠Special thanks to my son for designing and producing this podcast!

Special thanks to Kathy Markousis for joining me on this podcast!Learn more about Essentrics TV:Website: ⁠www.essentrics.com⁠Watch full video episodes on YouTube:⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw⁠Follow the podcast on Instagram:⁠https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey⁠Connect on LinkedIn:⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/⁠Schedule a discovery call:⁠https://sophiusllc.com/⁠

This episode features Kathy Markousis, an early adopter and entrepreneur who opened her own yoga studio over 25 years ago at a time when yoga was still misunderstood and often viewed with skepticism.Through her story, the conversation explores embodied leadership, self-trust, and the quiet resilience required to build something culturally ahead of its time.Kathy reflects on her journey through intense physical practices, entrepreneurship, single motherhood, grief, and reinvention, and what it truly takes to sustain yourself without burning out.She shares how tuning into the body, honoring cycles, building real community, and cultivating a strong inner “no” became the foundation for a life led on her own terms.Together, we explore why so many women lose touch with themselves, how energy and emotional patterns are stored in the body, and why authentic self-acceptance, not perfection, is the real source of confidence.This conversation is a reminder that power doesn’t need to be loud, and that living in alignment is the ultimate form of success.This episode highlights embodied wisdom, self-acceptance and the role of community in women’s long-term success.Learn more about Essentrics TV:Website: www.essentrics.comWatch full video episodes on YouTube:⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw⁠Follow the podcast on Instagram:⁠https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey⁠Connect on LinkedIn:⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/⁠Schedule a discovery call:⁠https://sophiusllc.com/⁠Special thanks to my son for designing and producing this podcast!

Special thanks to Jennifer Dolin for joining me on this podcast!Watch full video episodes on YouTube:⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw⁠Follow the podcast on Instagram:⁠https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey⁠Connect on LinkedIn:⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/⁠Schedule a discovery call:⁠https://sophiusllc.com/⁠

In this episode, we reflect on what it means to sustain power over a long career without losing oneself.We discuss intuition as a leadership asset, the danger of ignoring emotional and physical signals, and how women are often conditioned to doubt their inner knowing.She credits her upbringing—including her father who deeply respected her mother’s professional growth—for modeling a healthy balance of strength, empathy, and boundaries.We reflect on practical grounding practices: sleep as a non-negotiable foundation, tempering perfectionism, and honoring rest as a form of wisdom rather than weakness.We also agree menopause is the body’s moment of truth-telling rather than decline.We explore the challenges of balancing being a protective parent and allowing children to be fully themselves.The episode highlights leadership, self-trust, and the long arc of female power.Watch full video episodes on YouTube:⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw⁠Follow the podcast on Instagram:⁠https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey⁠Connect on LinkedIn:⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/⁠Schedule a discovery call:⁠https://sophiusllc.com/⁠Special thanks to my son for designing and producing this podcast!

Special thanks to Sonia Ashford for joining me on this podcast!Watch full video episodes on YouTube:⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw⁠Follow the podcast on Instagram:⁠https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey⁠Connect on LinkedIn:⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/⁠Schedule a discovery call:⁠https://sophiusllc.com/⁠

In this episode, Sonia and I talk about quiet confidence, inner strength, and what it means to build a life with intention.We reflect on motherhood, entrepreneurship, and why women thrive when they support one another rather than compete.The episode highlights legacy, self-care, and the small, daily rituals that help women stay grounded and powerful over time.Watch full video episodes on YouTube:⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGw⁠Follow the podcast on Instagram:⁠https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealey⁠Connect on LinkedIn:⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/⁠Schedule a discovery call:⁠https://sophiusllc.com/⁠Special thanks to my son for designing and producing this podcast!

This is a leadership and business podcast featuring honest conversations with female leaders about building impact without losing yourself in the process.We go beyond surface-level success stories to explore how women navigate complexity, leadership decisions, financial power, health, boundaries, and the pivots required to stay aligned over long careers.This is a space where women support other women to remain strong, successful, and authentic.Hosted by Elisabeth Vealey, MBA, who has spent over 25 years advising executives, boards, founders, and investors during periods of complexity.Her work centers on leadership clarity, strategic decision-making, and helping organizations and their leaders navigate high-stakes environments with integrity.Schedule a discovery call:https://sophiusllc.com/Watch full video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhSkYxWhZSzS4A-In3rcGwFollow the podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/elisabethvealeyConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eavealey/