Fearless Females

Welcome to Fearless Females! In today's episode, host Lori Jones chats with Lori Cornetta—author, sales coach, and speaker—whose bold career path spans from advertising to medical device sales. Lori opens up about advocating for herself, confronting industry gender biases, and the importance of knowing your worth. She shares how great mentors shaped her journey, lessons learned from financial ups and downs, and advice ...

In this inspiring episode, host Lorie Jones sits down with Hannah Hembree Bell, founding attorney at Hembree Bell Law, to talk about how choosing the bigger life can transform your personal and professional journey. Hannah shares her winding path from communications major to successful attorney, the value of investing in education—even when it means taking on student loans—and why listening to your own inner voice is e...

In this episode, host Lorie Jones spotlights powerhouse Rhonda Overby, chair and CEO of Camera Ready, who went from humble beginnings to reporting at the White House and ultimately building her own thriving business.

You'll hear how Rhonda built a remarkable career in network news before boldly pivoting to entrepreneurship, founding her own strategic communications company. Along the way, she shares how pe...

In this episode, host Lorie Jones features Danaya Wilson, the trailblazing CEO of BetterCertify and author of Changemakers Wanted. Danaya shares her journey from launching a career during the Great Recession to leading transformative change in the hazardous materials industry.

This conversation highlights the concept of "micro-progressions"—simple, 1% improvements made over time, creating meaningful change...

In this empowering episode, host Lorie Jones is joined by Rachel Platt, dynamic CEO of PLATTinum Consulting, for a candid look at her inspiring journey from corporate HR leader to building her own thriving people strategy business.

Rachel shares how she overcame imposter syndrome, why self-advocacy in the workplace is crucial, and the importance of living out your authentic values—especially kindness. She ...

In this inspiring conversation, host Lorie Jones sits down with Lori Frasier, founder and CEO of BrightPath Workforce Strategies, to explore the challenges, breakthroughs, and lessons that have shaped her extraordinary career in corporate America—from her unconventional start from a clerical role at American Express to discovering her calling in HR and leadership, steadily rising to executive roles at Western Union and...

In this episode, host Lorie Jones welcomes Stacie Selise, executive leadership strategist and CEO of the Stacie Selise Group, a powerhouse who recounts her journey from in-store customer service rep at a retail counter to leading thousands as one of the youngest vice presidents at that same Fortune 20 company, to then owning and being her own brand.

Stacie shares candid insights on what it takes to break b...

In this episode, host Lorie Jones welcomes Jennifer Rayner, founder of Moniwell and a visionary in the financial world. Jennifer shares how she turned an unexpected start in finance into a mission to change how people feel about their money.

Jennifer opens up about overcoming imposter syndrome, betting on bold ideas, and building success on her own terms. Hear her distinctive take on breaking barriers in a...

This week, host Lorie Jones sits down with Melissa Wallace, founder and CEO of the Fierce Foundry, for an authentic and empowering conversation about navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship.

Melissa opens up about her unconventional journey from dreaming of attending law school to building a career at the intersection of marketing, tech, and women's health. She shares how hitting rock bottom finan...

In this episode, host Lorie Jones spotlights Brooke Cozort, an ERISA attorney whose career path defies expectations. Brooke shares how she built a successful footing in finance—then bravely charted a new course back to law school in her mid-30s, all while balancing motherhood.

Brooke's story is a refreshing testament to the power of reinvention, resilience, and trusting your instincts over the typical time...

This week, host Lorie Jones sits down with Deborah Takahara, the extraordinary former broadcast journalist and current public information director for the Douglas County Sheriff's Office. Deborah candidly shares her journey from overcoming childhood shyness to building a high-profile media career, and ultimately making a bold pivot to prioritize her family and align with her values.

Deborah's story shines ...

In today's episode, host Lorie Jones sits down with the remarkable Libby Greiwe, owner of the Efficient Advisor and an inspiring force in the world of financial planning. Libby's journey is anything but ordinary: she went from engineering physics to sports marketing, eventually to start a seven-figure financial planning firm while working just three days a week to be a super-present mom. More than just a process-driven...

In this episode, host Lorie Jones welcomes Tracey Windsor, CEO of Windsor Edge and former New York City dancer, for a conversation that's equal parts energizing and insightful. Tracey shares her bold leap from the arts into nonprofit leadership and eventually the high-stakes world of private equity, showing that success favors those who embrace change and pursue what excites them.

Tracey discusses making t...

In this episode, host Lorie Jones welcomes Kate Seybold, an inspiring lieutenant with the Clear Creek Fire Authority, whose unconventional journey is a testament to following your passion. Kate candidly shares her experience of walking away from a stable career in architecture, despite family expectations and a master's degree, to pursue a calling in emergency services. You will hear about the courage it takes to make ...

In this episode, host Lorie Jones sits down with Kateri O'Grady, a fractional COO and the founder behind her own consulting powerhouse, Kateri O'Grady Consulting. Kateri shares the riveting story of how surviving five strokes forced her to recalibrate her life and career, ultimately propelling her toward entrepreneurship.

She gets candid about the grit required to build a business, the importance of advoca...

Today, host Lorie Jones welcomes Polly Breit, executive vice president at CCS Fundraising, for a dynamic conversation packed with wisdom and authenticity. Polly's unconventional journey from teaching third grade in Los Angeles to leading ambitious fundraising campaigns proves that career pivots can lead to extraordinary success, in particular, when fueled by purpose and staying true to oneself.

With refres...

In this episode, host Lorie Jones sits down with Nelly Mubashi—CEO and co-owner of NWAM, LLC (Northwest Asset Management and RIA Innovations). From a childhood in war-torn Nicaragua to climbing the corporate ladder and eventually building a $9.2 billion company from the ground up, Nelly's story is all about defying expectations.

Nelly was denied company support to take her Series 7 exam but took matters in...

On this episode, host Lorie Jones sits down with Dawn Gabriel, CEO and founder of Authentic Connections Counseling in Castle Rock, Colorado.

Dawn opens up about her 20-year journey as a licensed professional counselor, starting out working with inmates and teens in challenging environments before launching her own thriving group practice. She shares the real and often messy truth about burnout, the steep l...

In this inspiring conversation, Lori Jones sits down with Iris Wagner—founder, CEO, and executive producer of Memoirs Productions, a company specializing in video biographies and ethical wills.

Iris' story is as impactful as the legacies she helps preserve. From her early days in finance to finding her true passion in capturing people's stories on film, Iris shares how a profound "aha" moment led her to cr...