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The PowerHouse Cool Collabs
by Wendy Cohen
The PowerHouse Cool Collabs Podcast (collaborators/collaborations) features interviews with the coolest leaders in luxury design, build, development, and real estate, who live with an attitude of gratitude and give back to help humanity.CEO Wendy Cohen will select and interview special guests, exploring their success stories, philanthropic efforts, and innovative collaborations.Three pillars: Coolest Leaders, Attitude of Gratitude, Helping Humanity
Episodes
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A Woman General Contractor? Now THAT Takes Courage!
A Woman General Contractor? Meet the Woman Breaking the Mold What does it take to walk away from a successful 3 decade career in IT and become a woman general contractor in a traditionally male-dominated industry? Meet Dee Thompson, Founder of Urbane Home, a boutique luxury design-build firm...
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From “Shockingly Shy” to a Leader Others Look Up To
Growing beyond shy to superhero! What if the person you are becoming is someone your younger self would have looked up to? In this episode of PowerHouse Cool Collabs, Wendy Cohen sits down with Kaitlyn Stokes, Designer Extraordinaire and Showroom Leader at Belle Kitchen, located in Minneapolis…
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Bigger Isn't Better: Building Success with Intention, Gratitude & Jarmila Singer
Small by Design, Big on Success | Jarmila Singer, Sound Living What does success really look like? For Jarmila Singer, Co-Founder & CEO of Sound Living, it isn't about being the biggest company in the room. It's about being intentional about how you grow, staying close to your clients and your...
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People by Design: Building Culture, Belonging & Business Success with Kassie Chapel
What if the most important thing we build isn’t a building at all, but the culture and people behind it? In this episode of PowerHouse Cool Collabs, Wendy Cohen sits down with Kassie Chapel, Director of People & Culture and Head of HR at LG Group, for a thoughtful conversation about what it…
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Friend-Raising: The Human Side of Building a Luxury Brand | Donille Perrone, SKS
What happens when you build a luxury brand by putting relationships before transactions? On this episode of PowerHouse Cool Collabs, Wendy Cohen sits down with Donille Perrone, Senior Brand Manager for SKS, whose unconventional career journey took her from therapeutic footwear to toilets, light...
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Building More Than Buildings: Leadership, Legacy & a Life Well Lived with Jim Wells
From Carpenter to Executive: Building a Career, a Community & a Life Well Lived with Jim Well, Executive Vice President, Urban Street Group. What does it really mean to build something that lasts? On this episode of PowerHouse Cool Collabs, Wendy Cohen reconnects with longtime friend and industry...
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The Psychology of Home: Curiosity, Reinvention & Designing for Real Life with Emily Flaxman
Your Home Is the Backdrop to Your Life What if the twists and turns in your career aren't detours at all, but exactly what prepares you for what's next? On Episode 47 of the PowerHouse Cool Collabs Podcast, Wendy Cohen sits down with Emily Flaxman, Founder of Flax Interiors, for a conversation...
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Building Trust Before Building with Stone: How Kristin Armitage Turned Marketing into Hospitality
How Kristin Armitage Turned Marketing into Hospitality Most people think marketing is about getting attention. Kristin Armitage believes it's about earning trust. In this episode of the PowerHouse Cool Collabs Podcast, Wendy Cohen sits down with Kristin Armitage, Marketing Manager at Buechel…
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Why Craftsmanship Still Matters: Robert Chickey on Mentorship, Innovation & Legacy
What if the greatest luxury isn't the finish itself, but the knowledge behind it? In this inspiring episode of the PowerHouse Cool Collabs Podcast, Wendy Cohen sits down with Robert Chickey, President of Bespoke Finish®, internationally respected finishing consultant, educator, inventor, and...
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Confidence Through Construction: Sarah Rudy's Unique Approach to Renovation
A cool new approach, where a seasoned custom design build sales leader creates a business centered entirely around client advocacy. In this inspiring episode of PowerHouse SMART Cool Collabs, Wendy Cohen sits down with Sarah Rudy, Founder of SR Design & Renovation, to discuss her unique approach…
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Where Full Circle, Creativity & Collaboration Meet with Yael Rajstein
Some stories beautifully illustrate the power of connection, community, and what can happen when someone is given an opportunity to shine. Nearly ten years ago, as PowerHouse SMART prepared for its very first Chicago Luxury Conference, we launched a unique initiative to recognize emerging talent...
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Where Beauty, Honesty & Sustainability Meet with Ron Frisk
What happens when a passion for design, a commitment to community, and a belief in doing business the right way come together? In this inspiring episode of PowerHouse SMART Cool Collabs, Wendy Cohen sits down with Ron Frisk, Managing Partner of Fuse MPLS, one of the Midwest's most respected…
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Where Architecture, Wellness & Technology Meet: Rob Hull on Designing Homes That Enrich Daily Life
In this inspiring episode of the PowerHouse SMART® Cool Collabs Podcast, Wendy Cohen sits down with Robert Hull, President and Principal Designer of JMAD (James McNeal Architecture and Design), an award-winning residential architecture firm known for creating immersive, wellness-centered luxury...
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Designing with Heart: Michelle Rohrer-Lauer on Collaboration, Gratitude & Building a Meaningful Business
In Episode 40 of the PowerHouse SMART® Cool Collabs Podcast, Wendy Cohen welcomes dear friend and respected interior designer Michelle Rohrer-Lauer, Principal of Michelle’s Interiors, for a heartfelt conversation centered around mentorship, teamwork, gratitude, sustainability, and the human side…
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Getting to the Root: Leadership, Systems Thinking & Designing Human-Centered Organizations with Julie Finelli
What happens when operational strategy meets humanity, emotional intelligence, and purpose-driven leadership? In Episode 39 of the PowerHouse SMART® Cool Collabs Podcast, Wendy Cohen sits down with Julie Finelli — Founder of Root Work Collaborative and Director of People & Operations at Spinning...
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The Human Side of Real Estate: Relationships, Gratitude & Leadership with Kim Lindquist
What does it really take to build a meaningful and lasting career in real estate? In this inspiring episode of the PowerHouse SMART® Cool Collabs Podcast, Wendy Cohen sits down with Kim Lindquist, Vice President of Corporate Services at Edina Realty, for a heartfelt conversation about leadership,...
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Building More Than Homes - Real Estate: Leadership, Gratitude & Legacy with Alan D. Lev
In this heartfelt and wisdom-filled episode of the PowerHouse Cool Collabs Podcast, Wendy Cohen sits down with longtime colleague and respected industry leader Alan D. Lev, Chairman of Belgravia Group. What unfolds is far more than a conversation about business success. Alan shares his remarkable...
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Water Is Life: The Hidden Power of Water in Building Healthier Homes with Tina Timm
In Episode 36 of the PowerHouse Cool Collabs Podcast, Wendy Cohen sits down with Tina Timm, Builder Development Manager at Water Doctors, to explore one of the most essential—yet often overlooked—elements of the home: water quality. With over 35 years in the building industry, Tina shares her...
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Rory Rubin on Purpose-Driven Modular Building & the Future of Housing
Wendy Cohen welcomes Rory Rubin, Founded and CEO, S.I. Container Builds Inc., to the PowerHouse Cool Collabs podcast for a powerful conversation on purpose-driven leadership, modular construction, and the future of housing. In Episode 35, Wendy sits down with Rory to explore modular construction,...
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Wisdom from a Well-Being Intelligence Expert Featuring Nikki Peters on Healthy Homes, Mindful Leadership & the Future of Wellness
In Episode 34 of the PowerHouse Cool Collabs Podcast, Wendy Cohen sits down with Nikki Peters, Well-Being Intelligence Expert, to explore how wellness is transforming the built environment, workplace culture, and leadership. With a background in kinesiology, yoga, and entrepreneurship—including...
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Builder Marketing Starts Before Dirt Moves Featuring Lynn Walsh, Founder & CEO, Walsh Communications
In Episode 33 of PowerHouse Cool Collabs, host Wendy Cohen welcomes Lynn Walsh, Founder & President of Walsh Communications, one of the most trusted PR and marketing leaders in the IL/WI building industry. Together they explore why builder marketing starts long before construction begins, how to...
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Begin With the End in Mind: The Contracts, Foundations & Conversations That Prevent Costly Disputes — with Jim Dash
In Episode 32 of PowerHouse Cool Collabs, Wendy sits down with longtime business friend and Carlson Dash Attorneys Founder/Principal Partner Jim Dash for a grounded, insightful conversation about protecting the business behind the passion. With more than 40 years of experience, Jim advises…
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Inside Luxury Home PR: Jennifer McGraw on Getting Published, Growing Visibility & Giving Back
In this inspiring episode of the PowerHouse Cool Collabs Podcast, host Wendy Cohen welcomes the lovely and talented Jennifer McGraw, Principal & Founder of Jennifer McGraw PR, a leading publicist in the luxury home and design industry. Jennifer shares her journey from working at Rolling Stone...
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Art-to-Life: Life as a Masterpiece with Philip Sassano
In this episode, Wendy Cohen, Founder of PowerHouse Companies and host of PowerHouse Cool Collabs, sits down with Philip Sassano, Founder and Principal of The Design Coach, for a soulful, 25-minute conversation designed for your daily commute. Cool Collabs invites you inside Wendy’s trusted inner...
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Designing a Life of Meaning: A Soul Conversation with Raad Ghantous
In this heart-opening episode, Wendy Cohen sits down with longtime friend, designer, and creative force Raad Ghantous to explore what it truly means to live — and lead — from wholeness. Together, they journey through themes of collaboration, gratitude, intentional living, and the courage it takes...
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Building Legacy Through Heart: The Michael Menn Story
In this inspiring episode of PowerHouse Cool Collabs, Wendy Cohen reunites with longtime friend and industry icon Michael Menn, Principal Architect and Owner of Michael Menn Ltd. (MM Ltd.), for The Journey of a Builder of Relationships. Together, they explore the evolution of an extraordinary...
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Revolved: The Courage to Begin Again
When the soul whispers, “There’s more,” the heart must listen. Katie Johnson shares her remarkable journey from a profit-driven career in pharmaceutical sales to co-founding Revolved, a nonprofit born from faith, humility, and a calling to serve. In this heartfelt conversation with Wendy Cohen,...
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The Thread That Connects: Design, Mentorship, and Impact with Elizabeth Cohen
In this heartfelt episode of PowerHouse Cool Collabs, I sit down with my dear friend and soul sister Elizabeth Cohen — a woman whose journey from fashion to design business leadership is as inspiring as it is generous. Elizabeth helped grow Studio M Interiors from 6 to 25 designers, blending...
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Collaboration, Gratitude & Legacy: The Nancy Jacobson Story
In Episode 24 of PowerHouse Cool Collabs, host Wendy Cohen welcomes longtime friend and trusted PowerHouse SMART leader Nancy Jacobson, Founder of Kitchen Design Partners. As Nancy celebrates her firm’s 20th anniversary this October, she reflects on a journey built on mutual respect, partnership,...
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Transforming Lives Through Sleep: Mary Pat Wallace on Building The Luxury Bed Collection
Episode 24 of the PowerHouse Cool Collabs podcast, Wendy Cohen sits down with Mary Pat Wallace, Founder of The Luxury Bed Collection. A Chicago native and 30-year design industry veteran, Mary Pat has turned her own search for rest into a lifelong mission: to elevate sleep as the foundation of...
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Fearless Beginnings: Bria Hammel on Building with Humility, Gratitude & Grit
In this episode of PowerHouse Cool Collabs, Wendy Cohen sits down with interior designer and entrepreneur Bria Hammel, whose journey from her first sales role at Ethan Allen to launching Bria Hammel Interiors while nine months pregnant is nothing short of inspiring. Bria shares how she built two...
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Growth with Purpose: Leanne Reichhoff on Scaling Firms and Giving Back
What does it take to scale with both purpose and momentum? In this episode of PowerHouse Cool Collabs, Wendy Cohen sits down with Leanne Reichhoff, Founder, CEO + Marketing Strategist of Re3 Creative, a visionary leader who has grown her firm into a full-scale agency with two fabulous partners…
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Designing with Duality: Lauren Coburn’s Artistic Journey from Cranbrook to River North
In this episode of PowerHouse Cool Collabs, Wendy Cohen sits down with architectural interior designer Lauren Coburn, whose creative path blends fine art, architecture, sustainability, and soulful leadership. From growing up in a family of artists in Michigan to launching her career under design...
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Jennifer Convy: Celebrity Host, Designer & Champion of Collaboration
Join us for an inspiring, energizing podcast interview hosted by Wendy Cohen with a woman who proves that empowered women really do empower women. Jennifer Convy is a true creative force — a celebrated TV host, interior designer, and connector who has spent her career transforming spaces, telling...
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Designing Success: Christine Woodward on Empowering Boutique Firms & Women in Design
In this podcase episode Christine Woodward, founder of 19th&CO, Harvard‑trained manager, and Johns Hopkins MBA candidate, reveals the hands‑on framework she’s used to help boutique interior design studios scale with confidence. From Gensler’s global stages to her own consultancy, Christine…
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Designing with Heart: Ken Crawford on Legacy, Leadership & Giving Back through Design
In this powerful episode of PowerHouse Cool Collabs, Wendy Cohen sits down with Ken Crawford, a lifelong community builder, to explore what it really means to design with empathy and intention. Ken opens up about his design philosophy, his leadership as President of the ASID South Florida…
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Melinda Jakovich LaGrange: The Ultimate Chicago Insider — Real Estate, Relationships & Giving Back
In this episode, we sit down with Melinda Jakovich LaGrange, one of Chicagoland’s most trusted real estate brokers — a true insider whose expertise, discretion, and deep relationships have helped shape the city’s landscape for over 30 years. Melinda shares stories from her remarkable career,...
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Preserving the Past, Creating the Future: Claire Staszak on Collaborative Design & Living
In this inspiring episode, Wendy Cohen sits down with Claire Staszak, Principal of Centered by Design, to explore how honoring architectural history and cultivating creative partnerships define her life and work. Claire’s journey began with a commitment to giving back—her first professional…
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Kathy Smart: A Life of Purpose, A Brand of Integrity
Welcome to PowerHouse Cool Collabs—the commutable 20-minute podcast where we spotlight cool leaders in our network who believe in the power of collaboration, live with an attitude of gratitude, and give back to help humanity thrive. In this episode, we meet the extraordinary Kathy Smart, Chief...
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From Healing Environments to Haute Interiors: Susan El -Naggar’s Inspired Path
In this 20-minute episode, Wendy Cohen, and guest, Susan El-Naggar, discuss the intersection of beauty, wellness, and service—and how staying connected to purpose has defined their paths. Wendy Cohen, host of PowerHouse Cool Collabs, interviews interior designer and trailblazing creative, Susan...
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Building Futures: Marla Cloos is Constructing Brighter Futures
In this uplifting 20-minute episode of PowerHouse Cool Collabs, we sit down with entrepreneur and community advocate, Marla Cloos. As the Founder and Executive Director of Construct My Future, Marla is revolutionizing how middle and high school students explore careers in the construction…
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Power of Purpose: Vicki Bachmann on Business & Philanthropy
Meet Vicki Bachman: Relationships are at the heart of impactful work, and Vicki has mastered the art of building them. In this episode, we dive into the world of purpose-driven partnerships with Vicki Bachmann, Vice President of Business and Healthcare Partnerships, at MATTER. Vicki shares her...
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Cultivating Culture & Legacy: Gordon Held on Leadership, Empowerment & Excellence
In this inspiring episode of PowerHouse Cool Collabs, host Wendy Cohen, CEO of PowerHouse Companies, sits down with Gordon Held, Co-President & Owner of Scott Byron & Co. Together, they explore how Gordon and his business partner, Ken Williams, are building on a 40-year legacy while redefining...
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From Canvas to Connection: The Magic of Live Art & Giving Back
Last week on PowerHouse Cool Collabs, we gave you a sneak peek into the heart of art and philanthropy as Wendy Cohen spoke with artists Michelle Gorga and Miriam Pereira of David Lawrence Centers. They explored the impact of giving back through creativity and the power of living with an attitude…
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Sneak Peek - Michelle Gorga, Giving Back: Artist collaboration with PowerHouse Naples Luxury Conference
In this episode, we dive into the world of art, philanthropy, and luxury with Michelle Gorga. Join us as we explore her latest artist collaboration at the PowerHouse Naples Luxury Conference and how giving back through creativity is shaping the industry. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation on...
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The Future of Florida Yards: Regenerative Design with Cameron James of Bring Back Eden
What if your backyard could be your personal oasis—feeding your family, improving your health, and supporting wildlife—all while withstanding Florida’s toughest storms? Wendy Cohen dives into this vision with Cameron James, Co-Partner of Bring Back Eden. Together, they discuss the company’s…
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Designing Dreams: Building a Luxury Landscape Legacy with Matt Hudson
In this inspiring episode of PowerHouse Cool Collabs, we sit down with Matt Hudson, Principal and Owner of M.Hudson Design, a boutique landscape architecture firm in Jupiter, FL. Matt shares how his values—Communication, Empathy, Discipline, Greatness, and more—shaped the success of his luxury...
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Building Beyond Luxury: Adrienne Russ on Values, Vision, and Community
In this episode, Adrienne Russ, VP of Frazier Homes, shares how she joined forces with her brother, Andre Frazier, to transform their custom home-building firm into a leading luxury brand in Ohio. What does it take to turn a family-owned business into a luxury home-building powerhouse? Adrienne...
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Building Joy: Mark Ostrom’s Mission to Create Spaces of Hope
Wendy Cohen welcomes Mark Ostrom, founder of Joy Collaborative, to Episode 6 of the PowerHouse Cool Collabs Podcast. Mark shares his personal journey and the inspiration behind his nonprofit, which creates life-enriching spaces for kids and youth with life-limiting conditions. From his early…
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The Pamela McNally Effect: Leadership, Growth, and the Power of Helping Others
In this dynamic episode of PowerHouse Cool Collabs, host Wendy Cohen dives into an engaging conversation with Pamela McNally, a true powerhouse in the luxury industry. As a former SVP of Marketing & Digital at NKBA and Executive VP at Sandow Media, Pamela has redefined success by driving…
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The PowerHouse Cool Collabs Podcast (collaborators/collaborations) features interviews with the coolest leaders in luxury design, build, development, and real estate, who live with an attitude of gratitude and give back to help humanity.CEO Wendy Cohen will select and interview special guests, exploring their success stories, philanthropic efforts, and innovative collaborations.Three pillars: Coolest Leaders, Attitude of Gratitude, Helping Humanity
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Wendy Cohen
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