She Means Business: Power Plays by Industry Leaders

Join us for the latest episode of the She Means Business podcast, hosted by Ashley Mastowski sits down with Lisa Kelly, the founder of the Curly Life Company. Listen as Lisa recounts her transition from a corporate career to tackling the unique challenges of the curly hair care industry, and how she’s shaping solutions for curly-haired individuals everywhere.

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• Lisa shares her background in corporate Americ...

In the latest episode of the She Means Business podcast, Ashley Mastowski sits down with Molly Berger, CSRIC®, CDFA®. Molly is a Wealth Management Advisor with Queen City Wealth in Colorado and is licensed in all 50 states. Her company’s mission is to help women become more financially literate and build wealth. 

Molly holds the CSRIC® designation which gives her expertise in sustainable and impact investing and is a CDFA® profe...

In the latest episode of the She Means Business podcast, host Ashley Mastowski sits down with Courtney Broadhead, Instagram influencer & Owner of Keep It Simple Sparkles. Courtney talks about leveraging her background in event planning to build a social media following, her strategies for balancing life as a mom and influencer, and how she infuses her passion for pink and glitter into her work.

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• Courtn...

In today’s episode of the She Means Business podcast, host Ashley Mastowski, Ashley delves into the inspiring journey of Samantha Dawson and Erin Saba, Co-Founders of Ohana Fitness and Wellness Studio in Michigan. These remarkable entrepreneurs share their story of resilience, entrepreneurship, and how their paths crossed, leading to a thriving business partnership despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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In the latest episode of the She Means Business podcast, host Ashley Mastowski is joined by Francislyn Penesa, owner of FP Mobile Notary. Francislyn shares her journey to creating a successful mobile notary business, providing an insider look at how the industry has evolved, particularly in response to the pandemic. 

Episode Highlights:

• Francislyn shares her immigration story, moving from the Philippines to the U.S. at six m...

On the latest episode of the She Means Business podcast, host Ashley Mastowski is joined by Makea Macaluso. Makea Macaluso is a realtor and franchise owner of Togo's Sandwich Shop. Makea is also featured in an upcoming book about women entrepreneurs and started a mentorship program for investment opportunities in the real estate world. She started in a new city with nothing and built an awesome empire for her family.

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Join us for the latest episode of the She Means Business podcast, hosted by Ashley Mastowski as she discusses the transformative power of efficiency in both personal and professional realms, and shares her personal journey towards greater success, offering practical advice on balancing the demands of being a business owner, a mother, and a seeker of self-improvement. 

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• Ashley shares her journey of self-awa...

In this episode of the She Means Business podcast, host Ashley Mastowski dives deep into the importance of self-care, normalizing hardships, and the power of vulnerability in achieving success. As a business owner, wife, and mother of twin toddlers, Ashley shares her personal journey of investing in herself, balancing professional and personal life, and the significance of supporting fellow women in business. 

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Join us for the latest episode of the She Means Business podcast, as host Ashley Mastowski sits down with Ati Grinspun, Personal Branding Coach and Photographer. Listen in as they delve into the transformative power of authentic branding, the impact of meaningful connections, and the exciting details of Ati's upcoming event designed to empower women in business.

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• Ati explains the value of past experiences ...

Join us for the latest episode of the She Means Business podcast, host Ashley Mastowski is joined by Ruth Furman, who brings over 23 years of experience to the table as the owner of her PR firm “ImageWords Communication”. Ruth discusses her professional background, her journey through the PR world, and how she has remained a formidable force in the industry. 

They also discuss the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship, the...

Join us for the latest episode of the She Means Business podcast, host Ashley Mastowski takes listeners through her journey of discovering impactful books, sharing those that have played a pivotal role in her growth as a business owner and leader. 

Episode Highlights:

• Ashley shares that she prefers physical books for self-development due to the ability to annotate and the necessity of re-reading for deeper understanding. (1:...

Join us for the latest episode of the She Means Business podcast, as host Ashley Mastowski interviews Debi Kinney, Owner of Hello Coaching. Debi and Ashley discuss the challenges of keeping up with resolutions, the journey of self-improvement, and how embracing change and learning from setbacks can lead to personal and professional growth.

Episode Highlights:

• Debi discusses her approach to personal and business goals, opting...

Join us for the latest episode of the She Means Business podcast, with host Ashley Mastowski. In this episode, we're joined by Jackie Zlatanovski, Senior Mortgage Advisor at Geneva Financial, who shares her fascinating path from a daring move to Las Vegas to her success in the real estate industry. Jackie's journey offers a unique perspective on navigating life and career transitions.

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• Jackie shares her jo...

Join us for the latest episode of the She Means Business podcast, hosted by Ashley Mastowski with guest Samantha Ramsier, Owner of Mr. Tax of Mount Vernon (with locations in Loudonville, Archbold, & Las Vegas), and an entrepreneur who has carved a niche in the tax and real estate industries. Samantha discusses her journey of navigating through male-dominated industries, balancing being a mother while managing a successful busin...

Join Ashley Mastowski in a captivating conversation with Kristin Hayes on the She Means Business podcast. This episode features Kristin's remarkable transition from her early career as a flight attendant to a thriving real estate agent in Las Vegas. Listeners will get an insight into the realities of navigating a new industry, the intricacies of the current real estate market, and how motherhood reshaped her professional path.

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Join us for the latest episode of the She Means Business podcast, hosted by Ashley Mastowski with guest, Elizabeth Culley, Owner of GravityCerts. Elizabeth opens up about her journey, including the challenges of managing a business remotely, navigating personal and professional transitions, and her commitment to innovation in the insurance industry.

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• Elizabeth shares her journey of falling into the insuran...

Join us for the latest episode of the She Means Business podcast, as host Ashley Mastowski takes listeners through her 2023 journey, from doubling her insurance agency to navigating personal hurdles, underscoring the invaluable role of community and connection in her journey.

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• Ashley believes that despite the challenges and difficulties faced in 2023, every experience has a purpose and offers growth and le...

Join us for the latest episode of the She Means Business podcast, hosted by Ashley Mastowsk, with guest Beth DeLaForest, owner of Aspire Insurance. Beth discusses her journey to owning her business and the challenges and rewards of building an agency from scratch, balancing work with family life, and her passion for creating a boutique agency experience.

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• Beth mentions that she fell into insurance by ...

Join us for the latest episode of the She Means Business podcast, hosted by Ashley Mastowski with guest Stephani Ortiz, Owner of CAST Design Studio. Stephani discusses the critical role of design in business success and how her unique approach to branding helps clients stand out in crowded markets.

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• Stephani mentions that she started her own business because she wanted the freedom and financial succes...