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August 7, 2025 • 39 mins

On this episode host Christy Belz welcomes Simone Ross, a dynamic leader and CEO of the Colorado Women's Chamber of Commerce. Simone embarked on a transformative journey from navigating panic attacks and a challenging marriage to embracing her power through self-discovery and second chances to pursue a mission of audacious love and empowerment.She shares her personal and professional evolution, reflecting on her experiences with microaggressions and systemic obstacles as a woman of color in corporate leadership positions. Alongside her executive role, Simone is an entrepreneur, having co-founded three businesses focused on breaking barriers for women and people of color in the corporate sector. Simone's story is one of resilience, self-discovery, and the power of second chances.

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 key takeaways

  • Understanding DEI as essential to innovation and economic growth, rather than just a compliance issue.
  • The transformation that occurs when you realize your power to shape your future through personal choice and accountability.
  • Simone Ross's journey from experiencing systemic violence in corporate America to becoming a beacon of change through her leadership roles and consultancy.
  • The importance of embracing challenges and using them as catalysts for personal and professional reinvention.
  • Insight into how women, especially women of color, can navigate and dismantle barriers within traditional business systems.


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