2B Bolder Podcast : Career Insights & Advice from Succesful Women in Business & Tech
The 2B Bolder Podcast ranks in the top 3% of 3.5 million podcasts globally (Listen Score). Host Mary Killelea, a former corporate B2B marketing strategist and founder of the 2B Bolder platform, sits down with bold and inspiring women in business and technology who have built powerful personal brands and thriving careers. Through honest conversations, guests share how they navigated challenges, found their voice, and stood out in competitive industries. From execs to entrepreneurs, engineers to marketers, you’ll hear firsthand how they turned ambition into action. If you're ready to elevate your career and personal brand, this is your front-row seat. Learn more at www.2BBolder.com.
Episodes
What if AI could finally solve one of the most overlooked challenges in women’s health?
Millions of women experience menopause, yet real support has always lagged behind, until now.
In this episode of the 2B Bolder Podcast, I sit down with Susan Sly, tech founder, health advocate, and CEO of Pause AI, who is transforming how women navigate menopause through the use of artificial intelligence.
Her journey is anything but traditional, f...
What does it really take to land a job at companies like Meta and Twitter in today's cutthroat market? A former big brand recruiter, Keiyana Arnold, pulls back the curtain on hiring practices that most job seekers never see, delivering eye-opening insights that will transform your approach to career advancement.
"This job market is a dumpster fire, a shark tank," Keiyana reveals with refreshing candor. Drawi...
Dreaming of writing a book but have no idea where to start? You're not alone. In this eye-opening conversation with book coach Allison Lane, we dive deep into the realities of publishing that most aspiring authors never learn until it's too late.
Allison, whose impressive career spans from dressing as a burrito for PR stunts to leading communications for brands like Pepsi, Unilever, and Burt's Bees, shatters...
Meet Gisele Marcus, a leadership dynamo whose remarkable journey from Harlem to Harvard Business School epitomizes what it means to be bold in pursuing excellence. Growing up in what she affectionately calls "old Harlem," Gisele was raised in a household where excellence wasn't just encouraged—it was required. This foundation propelled her through Syracuse University, into a Harvard MBA program, and ultimately to bec...
Stepping away from the corporate world into entrepreneurship isn't just about changing careers—it's about transforming your identity, mindset, and relationship with work. In this candid conversation with Deb Boulanger, CEO of Life After Corporate, we explore the often challenging but deeply rewarding journey that high-achieving women navigate when launching their own businesses.
Deb shares her personal transition...
Prepare to be inspired as Dr. Tara Chklovski, founder and CEO of Technovation, shares her remarkable journey from growing up in India to building the world's largest female tech talent network. Against the backdrop of a culture that traditionally prepared girls for marriage rather than careers, Tara's extraordinary family defied norms – her grandmother founded a school at 65, her mother became an army doctor at 43, and he...
Career strategist Tina Cella pulls back the curtain on what really works in today's challenging job market. From her success at Sixth Sense (growing the company from 150 to 1300 people) to founding Unicorn Career Compass, Tina brings invaluable insights on standing out and landing opportunities when competition is fierce.
The traditional job hunt is broken. Sending applications into the void and hoping for a response ...
Daggie Lacey's life reads like a Hollywood script, yet her remarkable journey from refugee to tech pioneer is 100% real. In this captivating conversation, Daggie shares how fleeing Latvia as a one-year-old set her on an unexpected path toward breaking unimaginable barriers in the technology industry.
With disarming candor, she reveals how she became the first female programmer at Burroughs Corporation based on a $25 m...
In episode #122, discover the inspiring journey of Ria Cheruvu, a prodigious AI architect at Intel, who challenges the status quo with her groundbreaking work from a young age. Ria's incredible story takes us through her accelerated academic achievements and dedication to security, privacy, and fairness in AI systems. We explore her passion for the convergence of neuroscience and cognitive computing and her advocacy for women ...
On episode #121, join me as I sit down with Alyssa Pollack, a well-known and respected entrepreneur who has navigated the corridors of corporate giants and the fast-paced lanes of tech startups. Alyssa takes us on her journey from her early days at Walgreens to her transformative role in launching Uber Eats and ultimately onto co-founding Fello, a startup tackling the loneliness epidemic with a groundbreaking peer-to-peer model. He...
Episode #120 Female CEOs are growing in numbers but still quite rare, so it was a real honor to have Lisa Spellman, the newly appointed CEO of Cornelis Networks,on the show.
As a well-respected industry tech leader, Lisa shares her inspiring journey from her tenure at Intel, driving innovative technology, where she championed AI workloads and tirelessly advocated for women in tech. Now leading Cornelis Networks, she champ...
Ever wonder what it would be like to be a Tech Influencer? Tune in to be inspired by the incredible journey of Danielle Hern, better known as @TechieDani, who sheds light on her transition from her corporate 9-5 role at Intel to becoming a full-time content creator who has flexibility and full creative license in her life now. As a tech influencer with over half a million followers, Dani reveals the catalyst for discovering her pa...
What if self-doubt could be your greatest ally in pursuing a life of meaningful impact? That's a hint of insight you'll gain from my conversation with Penny Locaso, a groundbreaking behavioral scientist and impact expert. On episode #118 of the 2B Bolder Podcast, Penny shares her inspiring journey from a successful career in the oil and gas industry to founding HackingHappyco, which is a testament to the power of bold dec...
What happens when you blend years of corporate experience with an unyielding commitment to personal growth? Karla Blanco joins us on episode #117 of the 2B Bolder podcast to share her journey from an aspiring attorney to a leader in diversity and inclusion at Intel. Her story is filled with unexpected turns and valuable lessons, and Karla’s insights into embracing change and resilience are invaluable for anyone looking to advance i...
In this episode of the 2B Bolder Podcast, I sit down with Kathryn Kaminsky, a 31-year veteran of PwC and the current Chief Commercial Officer. Kathryn’s passion for serving clients has driven her impressive career, which spans business transformation, complex accounting, regulatory matters, and tech-led innovation. As a trusted advisor, she has led engagement teams to help clients navigate financial reporting and transformation cha...
In episode #115 of the 2B Bolder podcast, we featured Krista Palmer, a well-respected Technical Program Manager at Google Play. Krista has an impressive career journey, from front-end development to product management to now leading impactful initiatives at one of the largest tech companies in the world. With a degree in Computer Science and a passion for design and technology, she has mastered the art of blending creativity with t...
In episode #114 of the 2B Bolder Podcast, we've got a great guest!! We're diving deep into a career in tech and self-advocacy with Shailvi Wakhlu, a fantastic woman thriving in this space.
Shailvi is a seasoned Data Leader with over 17 years of experience building impactful teams and shaping technology products at companies like Salesforce and Fitbit and as the Head of Data at Strava. But that’s just the beginning—she’s al...
Episode #113 of the 2B Bolder podcast featured Diana Khan, an attorney, real estate broker, and entrepreneur who has built a successful career through determination and hard work. Diana is the founder and CEO of DK Law Group, where she focuses on estate planning and real estate law. With over 15 years of experience, she also manages seven companies across different industries. Her approach to balancing these roles while providing e...
On episode #112, the 2B Bolder Podcast featured Dr. Michelle Prince. Prince is the founder of MPrince Consulting LLC, a global leadership coach, HR tech advisor, and human capital consultant. With over 30 years of corporate HR experience and a doctorate in management and organizational leadership, she has dedicated her career to helping professionals and organizations achieve transformational growth.
During the interview, Dr. Prince...
In episode #111 of the 2B Bolder podcast, host Mary Killelea interviews Wendy Wallbridge, a pioneering force in the coaching field and a fierce advocate for women and gender equity. Wendy is the founder and CEO of SpiralUp and the previous Silicon Valley's Women's Evolutionary Leadership Forum. She is also the author of "Spiraling Upward: The 5 Co-Creative Powers for Women on the Rise."
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