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Run it like a girl explores the inspiring stories of women leaders from a variety of fields and industries. You’ll hear energizing tales and career journeys from women who’ve made their marks as leading change-makers in their industries.
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Broken Chair: A Daughter’s JourneyDenyse Mouck is the author of Broken Chair: A Daughter’s Journey - a work of historical fiction that follows the journey of four generations of women as they try to survive the sexist restrictions of their times. A key character in the story, Rhita, is based on Denyse’s mother. To use the cliche - Denyse says she walked a mile in her mom’s moccasins in order to learn about and develop her character.Denyse says she never really viewed herself as a writer, and became involved in everything from politics to pottery and painting….but kept coming back to writing. She says everyone is really good at something…you just have to figure out what that is.Check out Denyse's book hereThe Fast ThreeWhat is your favourite podcast or source of information? Here's the Thing with Alex Baldwin, Writers in company with Eleanor WachtelBetween the covers by David NaimonWhat are you currently reading? State of Terror by Hilary Rodham Clinton & Louise Penny Yellow House, by Patricia Falvey A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor TowlesWho is currently inspiring you? The women in my life
Liz Benditt is the definition of a survivor. Based in Kansas City, the mother of two discovered, about 10 years ago, that she had skin cancer. Just 11 months after that, Liz was diagnosed with thyroid cancer, and then, in 2015 basal cell carcinoma - skin cancer was discovered on the bridge of Liz’s nose, requiring two surgeries to repair. And unbelievably, two years later, Liz was diagnosed with breast cancer.To make use of an old adage - Liz took all of these lemons, and made lemonade.In October of 2020, she took her health experiences and launched the Balm Box, offering practical self-care and gift boxes, with the first line focused on people breast cancer - essential oils and diffusers, burn balms, creams, support pillows and throw blankets as well as augmented clothing, such as wireless bras.After all of her experiences, Liz has maintained a positive outlook, perhaps something gifted by her grandmother, a woman who survived the holocaust and was forever grateful for a second chance at life.Learn more about Liz and The Balm BoxThe Balm BoxThe Balm Box Blog and NewsThe Fast ThreeWhat is your favourite podcast or source of information? The Daily, Pod Save AmericaWhat are you currently reading? An Ugly Truth by Sheera Frenkel, Cecilia Kang, The Midnight Library by Matt HaigWho is currently inspiring you? My grandmother, a holocaust survivor who made a new life and chose to be happy after experiencing the most extreme trauma. She is my role model and any time I feel frustrated or face a setback I think about her perseverance and perspective.
I had the great pleasure of working with Lesley Gunn for several years at a professional services firm in Toronto. I learned a lot from Lesley about leadership, advocating for my own career and to not be afraid of failure. When Lesley first started her career like so many others she found herself in a job that she didn't find fulfilling. However, it ultimately helped her understand where she didn't want to focus her career. After some interesting job experience with a newspaper in London, England, Lesley returned to Canada and began working in the staffing business where she learned how to run a multi-million dollar business.Lesley now works in financial services, as the Head of Marketing for Connor, Clark and Lunn Financial Group Ltd. in Toronto.On this episode Lesley tells us communication and persistence are key when an organization is going through a period of transition and change. She talks about having a common vision and how to bring the best out of each individual. The Fast ThreeWhat is your favourite podcast or source of information? Ask Lisa What are you currently reading? Building a Story Brand by Donald MillerWho is currently inspiring you? Teachers and students
Liz Thompson’s life took an unexpected turn about six years ago. The California-based chef, with a MBA in marketing and culinary school under her belt, had recently started teaching and was working at a food show in San Francisco when she unexpectedly loss much of her vision. After some time off learning to live with the loss of much of her vision, Chef Liz Thompson reinvented herself, and that’s when Liz Thompson Marketing was created.On this episode of Run It Like a Girl, Liz talks about her passion for the restaurant and food industry. She talks about how to pick yourself up after a major set-back, and she has some advice for young up-and-comers - jump off that cliff and don’t feel bound by a life plan.Learn more about LizLiz Thompson Marketing The Fast ThreeWhat is your favourite podcast or source of information? Women Beyond a Certain AgeWhat are you currently reading? James Taylor Autobiography, The Book of Joy by The Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu.Who is currently inspiring you? Eleanor Roosevelt, Martin Luther King Jr.
Kate Gilman Williams is only 12-years old, but she’s already a well-known animal advocate, CEO and author. Kate, who lives in Austin, Texas, was just 7 when she co-authored a book called ‘Let’s Go on Safari’ and 10 when she founded her organization Kids Can Save Animals.Kate believes that anyone can make a difference, and even a little help can go a long way. On her podcast - Club 15, Kate says a great way to learn is from experts who educate on what we can all do to help save wildlife. Learn more about Kate and the work that she does: Kids Can Save AnimalsCheck out Kate's book : Let's Go on SafariCheck out Club 15Listen to her song Kids Can Save Animals that Kate recorded with Jenn Hartmann LuckFollow Kate and Kids Can Save AnimalsTwitterInstagramThe Fast ThreeWhat is your favourite podcast or source of information: Part Time GeniusWhat are you currently reading? Poached by Stuart GibbsWho is currently inspiring you? Jenn Hartmann Luck
Stacey Dakin is the managing director of Mentor Canada, an organization that was launched in 2019, and currently sits on the board of directors of Lean In Canada where she leads strategic initiatives. In this episode Bonnie and Stacey dig into mentorship and career development.Learn more about Mentor Canada and Lean In Canada:Mentor CanadaLinkedIn Twitter Instagram FacebookLean In CanadaLinkedIn Twitter Instagram FacebookThe Fast ThreeWhat is your favourite podcast or source of information? Armchair Expert, Canadian Women's Foundation All Right, Now What, The Ontario Non Profit Network, Digging In What are you currently reading? Mentoring Mindset Tools and Skills by Ann Rolfe Who is currently inspiring you? The non profit sector.
Bernadette Butler is the CEO and Co-Founder of StoryTap, a tech firm that works with companies to increase their brand engagement by giving their customers a voice and the ability to share it through personalized videos.With offices in Vancouver and Toronto, Bernadette says StoryTap also works with clients to create easy to use video assistants. Bernadette says she’s excited for where women are going in the tech world, but says there are still a lot of challenges for female founders.Early on in her career, Bernadette joined a variety of networks where she received tips from well-meaning and successful women - tips like don’t wear dangly earrings, and to lower her voice when talking to people…in other words, become more masculine to overcome the female barrier.The Fast ThreeWhat is your favourite podcast or source of information? Master Class What are you currently reading? Play Bigger by Al Ramadan, Dave Peterson, Christopher Lochhead & Kevin ManeyWho is currently inspiring you? I am obsessed with Storytelling and authenticity, I don't have one person. I get inspired by a ton of people Learn moreStorytap: https://storytap.com
Christie Marchese, who grew up in Southern California, worked in a movie theatre through high school. She was planning on enrolling in filmmaking at college, but decided to pursue International Relations following the attacks of 9/11.That love of film remained and after college Christie started working with a well-known TV producer on a non-profit film on registering voters. Christie’s path next took her to a company called Participant Media, where she worked on documentaries such as Food Inc., Waiting for Superman and The Cove.Now based in New York City, Christie is the founder and CEO of Kinema, a company that uses a market platform to make films available to hosts who handle things like booking and ticket selling themselves through the digital platform. And this, according to Christie, allows Kinema to service more filmmakers and distributors.On this episode, Christie Marchese talks about some mistakes she’s made as CEO - including not delegating enough. She has some advice for anyone interested in starting a business on venture capital, and she has some great advice for fellow introverts.Learn more about Kinemahttps://kinema.comThe Fast ThreeWhat is your favourite podcast or source of information? Kim Masters, The BusinessWhat are you currently reading? Hamnet by Maggie O'FarrellWho is currently inspiring you? People who work in the industry - the people of New York
Joanna Johnson is a high school teacher by day, and a social media influencer by night, with nearly 900,000 followers on TikTok, where her videos have been viewed millions of times. Joanna, who goes by Unlearn16 on TikTok has become a social justice warrior dealing with hate, prejudice and inequality with well articulated sarcasm and wit. Joanna says her favourite thing to do is change someone’s view. On this episode of Run It Like a Girl, Joanna Johnson talks about education and says young people today aren’t being given enough opportunity to fail at something.The Fast ThreeWhat's your favourite podcast or source of information?: Anything with Ricky Gervais, Russell Brand or Michael Rosenbaum (Inside of You) What are you currently reading?: high school papers, but favourite book is Women on the Edge of Time by Marge Piercy Who is currently inspiring you? My momLearn more about Joanna: https://linktr.ee/unlearn16Follow Joanna on InstagramListen to her podcast: Unlearn16: Class is in session
A split second decision shortly before her 50th birthday changed Jen Rice’s life forever. She sold everything she owned in the United States and bought a one-way ticket to Europe with the assumption she was going to land a consulting project in Geneva. When the project fell through, Jen found herself jobless and homeless in Europe.Jen still remembers the moment she finally gave herself permission to just stop and forget about life for a while. In this episode Jen talks about resilience, starting over and finding what you're passionate about. Learn more about Jen: https://www.jenrice.co
Jenn T Grace is the founder of Publish Your Purpose Press and an author of several books. Her company is a hybrid book publisher that focuses on non-fiction and memoirs. Jenn didn't have all the answers when she started her publishing company, but she followed the just do it mentality as she knew this was her calling. In this episode Jenn talks about the lack of diversity in the American publishing industry, but she sees hope in the fact that people are starting to demand that most voices are heard. Her advice to others - follow your passion and push past your fears. The Fast ThreeWhat is your favourite podcast or source of information? The Wheel of Misfortune, I Mom so HardWhat are you currently reading? Magic Lessons by Alice Hoffman, Why Cats are Assholes by Liz Miele The Ultimate Sales Machine by Chet HolmesWho is currently inspiring you? Inspired by all the people who work in design thinking Learn more about Jennhttps://jenntgrace.com/House on Fire: Finding resilience, hope and purpose in the ashesPublish Your Purpose Press
Elizabeth Bachman, and her Strategic Speaking for Results program, trains business professionals on how to get results through speaking. Elizabeth wasn’t always a trainer, and spent 30 years in the international opera world, 11 of those operating a summer opera company in the Austrian Alps.On this episode of Run It Like a Girl, Elizabeth Bachman talks about the importance of knowing your audience, and how women who are new to management can lead effectively. Elizabeth also talks about the glass ceilings she faced in the Opera industry - particularly losing job opportunities to less qualified candidates - usually men.Learn more about Elizabethhttps://elizabethbachman.com/
Jeanette Brown is the founder of Excellence and Presence Communications, a public relations firm whose clients have included companies such as Pepsi, Reebok, NASCAR, Audi, and the U.S. Open.Jeanette, who was born and raised in Brooklyn, was originally studying to become a nurse until she switched her major to early childhood education. At the same time, at the age of 20 Jeanette landed her first job at a PR agency where she was pitching to the media a U.S. Open Tennis camp for girls.On this episode of Run It Like a Girl, Jeanette Brown tells us that she helps client companies with all aspects of their business, including crisis communication. Jeanette also talks about authentic storytelling and the importance of resilience.Learn more about Jeanette:T.A.S.K Children's Book Series: The Amazingly Sensational KidsExcellence & Presence Communications (https://excellencepresence.com/)For business inquires or press requests, email: PR@excellencepresence.comThe Fast ThreeWhat is your favourite podcast or source of information? Ebro in the Morning Show What are you currently reading? Disability Visibility: First-Person Stories from the 21 Century, Edited by Alice WongWho is currently inspiring you? My son
Shareen Luze is the Head of Culture and Field Experience with RBC Wealth Management.An employment attorney by trade, she joined RBC’s law group 15 years ago, shifting into human resources a couple of years after that.And when, a decade later, Shareen was approached by an executive about heading up the human relations portfolio, she had a surprising response.. -no way-.After some encouragement from others, Shareen did indeed apply and get the job as head of human relations, .and most recently she’s taken on a new role - RBC Wealth Management’s head of culture and field experience.Shareen says developing and maintaining a healthy culture at work is vital, particularly during Covid time.On this episode Shareen talks about her new role, and how being authentic has been crucial to her success.And when asked what advice she would give to her younger self it was to speak up.
LaTonya Wilkins is an author, speaker and the founder of The Change Coaches, an organization that works with corporate leaders and their teams to create cultures of belonging in their workplaces.On this episode of Run It Like a Girl, LaTonya talks about her book, Leading Below the Surface, and she outlines the three biases of the workplaces, including confirmation bias.LaTonya also talks to us about the effects of the pandemic on the workplace. And she disspells some false narratives, including the belief that most people now want to work remotely from home.For more information on LaTonya:The Change CoachesLeading below the SurfaceThe Fast ThreeWhat is your favourite podcast or source of information? Anything by WonderyWhat are you currently reading? The Parable of the sower by Octavia ButlerWho is currently inspiring you? People. Her clients. Her team
Gemma Castle is the Chief Financial Officer for Cult Wines a global company that provides market-leading fine wine investment and collection management services. Gemma always thought she would become a sports journalist, but after university she had two job offers: 1. With a large accounting firm 2. A national newspaper. She took the job with the firm, and began her career as an accountant. As her career advanced she found that as a woman she wasn’t always taken seriously. In this episode she talks about resilience, and gives great advice on recovering from setbacks. Find out more about Cult Wines: https://www.wineinvestment.comTwitterFacebookYoutubeLinkedInInstagramThe Fast ThreeWhat is your favourite podcast or source of information? TailendersWhat are you currently reading? Olive, Mable and MeWho is currently inspiring you? Her parents
Heather Odendaal is the CEO and Co-Founder of WNorth, an organization that connects and offers development opportunities for mid-management women with an upward career trajectory. Heather started WNorth in 2015 after unsuccessfully seeking out a conference where she could network with like minded women. Heather says WNorth’s membership grew enormously during the pandemic as women sought a community more than ever. On this episode of Run It Like a Girl, Heather talks about flexible work models and other initiatives corporations will need to take if they hope to attract and retain top talent. And Heather has some great advice for would-be entrepreneurs….work for someone else first before launching your business.Learn more about WNnorth: https://www.wnorthconnect.com/Follow on:TwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeArticles to check outWith COVID stressors forcing women to abandon careers, how do you get male business leaders to lean in? Talk to them about Profit & Loss, not just Diversity & Inclusion. (co-authored by Philip Grosch)Don’t Fail Your Women Leaders Now Heather Odendaal of WNORTH: 5 Things You Need To Know To Successfully Run a Live Virtual EventFast three What's your favourite podcast or source of information: Think about this with Alexis Dean What are you currently reading: Becoming Heroines: Unleashing our power for Revolution and Rebirth: Elizabeth Cronise McLaughlnWho is currently inspiring you: Melinda Gates
Please note: Recorded June 30: Vanessa has since achieved a successful exit of the companyVanessa Iarocci is the CEO of McCarthy Uniforms, a company that employs over 300 people, with another 200 seasonal youth staff; working out of 12 locations in southern Ontario. The 65-year-old company had become insolvent a decade after the founders sold it off, so they bought it back. A lot of work was needed to restore McCarthy Uniforms to its former glory, and that’s where Vanessa came in.On this episode of Run It Like a Girl, Vanessa talks to us about resilience, and the added challenges of having no real job description, and having to define her role as she went. Vanessa also shares her views on leadership and what being a leader means to her.
Rachel Hill landed a great job out of university and by her mid 20s was making 6 figures. From the outside she had a full life, but inside she was miserable and diagnosed with anxiety. At the age of 27 she retired from corporate America and decided to travel before settling down. While oversees she started a blog to keep family and friends up to date with her adventures. Rachel was one of the only Black American women travelling alone and backpacking. In 2014 her blog blew up. She was sharing her experiences of travel and what it was like when she would meet people who have never met a Black women before. She started getting paid for her work, and soon turned it into a career. In this episode Rachel talks branding, overcoming setbacks and gives great advice for anyone thinking of trying to start a career as blogger. Learn more about Rachel: https://www.racheltravels.com/
Deena Baikowitz is the founder and Chief Networking Officer of Fireball Network, which helps clients access business and career opportunities.Originally from Montreal, Deena calls New York City home, although she’s currently stuck in Toronto due to the Covid lockdown.Deena is all about networking, and has some practical advice for people looking to build their own network, and she tell us about why diversity is so important within her own networks.Deena is also a comedian, a passion that took off when she was centred out while leaving a comedy show, and she points out that scientific evidence suggests that humour and laughter are good for us in all facets of life.Learn more about DeenaFireball Network: https://fireballnetwork.com/Twitter: @fireballdeena Instagram: @fireballdeena
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