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In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Cassie Shankman (aka DJ Cassandra), a dynamic Austin-based DJ, composer, producer, sound curator, educator, and all-around creative entrepreneur. Cassie is well-versed in the art of sound, as she is the founder of Sounds by Cassandra, an audio agency offering a diverse range of services, including DJ performances, sound curation, and original music composition. She is also the co-founder of Picardy, a web app designed to help users develop music theory skills. Cassie's passion for music has taken her to amazing places, and in this episode, she shares her journey, her entrepreneurial insights, and her advice for young creatives looking to tune into this industry. ! 💛🤘✨
We hope you enjoy!CONNECT WITH CASSANDRA!
Instagram: @djcassandra_
Website: https://www.soundsbycassandra.com/
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"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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In this episode, we engaged with Sarah Kenny, a speaker, leadership coach, and the author of #1 Amazon bestselling book “Lead Like a Queen”. Sarah holds an MA in Gender Studies, is an ICF Professional Certified Coach, and has over 15 years of experience developing and training women leaders. Sarah’s journey has taken her all across the globe, cultivating a deep passion for advancing the rights of women and girls. Stay tuned as Sarah shares her advice for young women overcoming self-doubt and embracing audacious leadership! 💛🤘✨
We hope you enjoy!CONNECT WITH SARAH!
Instagram: @sarahkennycoaching
Book: https://sarahkennycoaching.com/lead-like-a-queen/
LinkedIn: @sarah-kenny-0b4a5322
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"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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In this episode, we sat down with with Miles Bloxson, the Founder, Host, and Executive Producer of “Miles To Mogul”. A graduate of UT with a degree in Corporate Communications, Miles co-hosted “Campus Life” on Austin’s Public Access Channel before moving to Los Angeles, where she started her career with high-profile shows like Fox News LA and In-Touch Magazine, and contributed to KUT News and KBLA 1580. As a trailblazer in the media world, she continues to inspire women in the Austin area and beyond! 💛🤘✨
We hope you enjoy!CONNECT WITH MILES!
Instagram: @milestomogul
Website: https://www.milestomogul.com/about-1
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"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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In this episode, we sit down with Elaine Garza, CEO of Giant Noise. From being a journalism major at UT and starting in the publishing industry to founding her own public relations and digital media company, Elaine has many insights and advice for young professionals navigating the changing PR landscape. 💛🤘✨
We hope you enjoy!
CONNECT WITH ELAINE!
LinkedIn: @elaine-garza-a3b2a55/
Email: [email protected]
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"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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In this episode, we sit down with Whitney McElwain, KS WELI’s new Director and a founder, investor, and advocate for female entrepreneurs. From her early days at Red Bull, working in venture capital, to launching her own brand, Daybird, Whitney shares her journey, passion for empowering women, and insights into creating a more equitable entrepreneurial ecosystem. 💛🤘✨
We hope you enjoy!CONNECT WITH WHITNEY!
LinkedIn: @whitneygonzales
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"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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In this episode, we explore Sophia Cuerquis' inspiring journey from the Philippines to Austin, where she’s transformed her passions into successful ventures. Sophia, a dynamic entrepreneur, content creator, and personal creative director, shares her path to success, highlighting the importance of family, launching a clothing brand, and hosting a podcast. Tune in to hear her story of fearless entrepreneurship, creativity, and the drive to inspire future women leaders. 🌟🎙️✨
We hope you enjoy!CONNECT WITH SOPHIA!
Instagram: @sophiacuerquis
TikTok: @sophiacuerquis
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"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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This episode explores Sheena Wilde's journey and her impactful role at Kendra Scott. As the Senior Vice President of Corporate Philanthropy & the Kendra Scott Foundation, Sheena is responsible for all philanthropic strategy, growth, and implementation. She oversees local and national programs, including the Kendra Scott Foundation, which aims to empower women and youth in health, wellness, education, and entrepreneurship. Additionally, Sheena serves on advisory boards for Derrick Johnson's Defend the Dream Foundation, the KS WELI, and the JC7 Foundation. Sheena exemplifies how to make a difference within and excel as an intrapreneur within an organization!🤘💛✨
We hope you enjoy!
CONNECT WITH SHEENA!
LinkedIn: @sheena-wilde-4082314
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"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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This episode highlights the power of partnership in achieving business success. Janie Cooke and Caroline Nix fused their skills to found Oventure, a company that offers hands-free accessories to help women everywhere. Their mission and teamwork set a powerful example for aspiring female entrepreneurs. 🤘💛✨
We hope you enjoy!CONNECT WITH JANIE & CAROLINE!
Oventure IG: @shopoventure
Oventure Website: https://oventure.com/
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"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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This episode explores Kristin Jacobson’s journey and discovers how she transformed a passion project into a successful venture. Kristin Jacobson is the visionary founder behind Austin Flea, the city's premier curated flea market experience. What began as a whimsical idea back in 07', Austin Flea has blossomed into full-time operation celebrating the city's vibrant community of vendors, artisans, and makers.🤘💛✨
We hope you enjoy!CONNECT WITH KRISTIN!
Austin Flea IG: @originalaustinflea
Austin Flea Website: https://www.austinflea.net/
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"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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In this episode, we highlight Elizabeth (Liz) Findlay’s story and gain insight into her journey of establishing Albion. Raised in Guatemala, her family owned and operated a clothing factory where they manufactured technical apparel for top U.S.-based fashion brands. However, Liz and her husband, Dave (Co-CEO), had to make a hard decision to close the factory and start their new brand. At that moment of risk, Albion was born. Now, Albion is an internationally recognized clothing brand with a focus on high-quality products, designed with the everyday woman in mind. Liz’s enlightening story is a journey of rebounding and building an empire! 🤘💛✨
We hope you enjoy!CONNECT WITH LIZ!
Albion IG: @albionfit
Liz IG: @liz__findlay
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"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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This episode dives into Maggie Brown’s Story and gains insight into how she turned a pandemic passion project into a successful business. Maggie is the CEO of Recess Pickleball, an innovative pickleball gear company aiming to elevate the game experience while fostering a community of passionate consumers. Maggie's founding fearless approach serves as inspiration for aspiring women entrepreneurs everywhere. 🤘💛✨
We hope you enjoy!
CONNECT WITH MAGGIE!
Recess IG: @recesspickleball
Maggie's IG: @itsmaggiebrown
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"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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In this episode, we dive deep into Samantha Leonard’s story and gain insight into how Samantha turned a passion project into a successful business. Samantha founded ATX Brunch Girls, a local Austin social group aiming to elevate the brunch experience while fostering a community of passionate women. Samantha has built a thriving business by founding fearlessly, inspiring future generations of women entrepreneurs.🤘💛✨
We hope you enjoy!
CONNECT WITH SAMANTHA!
ATX Brunch Girls IG: @atxbrunchgirls
TikTok: @atx.brunch.girls
Geneva: ATX Brunch Girls
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"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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This episode explores the journey of graduating seniors, Jessica Yang and Vani Jain, from UT Austin and the KS WELI Student Board share their journey from students to graduates, reflecting on their time in leadership roles and discussing their plans for the future. They offer advice for incoming college freshmen while envisioning their entrepreneurial leadership journey ahead.🤘💛✨
We hope you enjoy!CONNECT WITH JESSICA AND VANI!
Jessica IG: @jessicayang._._
Jessica LinkedIn: @jessicayangg
Vani IG: @_vanijain_
Vani LinkedIn: @jainvani
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"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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This episode explores the journey of Emily Ramshaw, President and CEO of The 19th*, the nation’s first independent nonprofit newsroom at the intersection of gender, politics, and policy. The 19th* levels the playing field with politics and politics so that everyone feels engaged and heard regardless of gender or race.
Emily shares the mission of the news outlet, which aims to elevate the voices of women and LGBTQ+ people with daily journalism, newsletters, and live events. As a trailblazer in her field, Emily Ramshaw embodies the spirit of innovation and inclusivity, shaping the future of media for generations to come.🤘💛✨
We hope you enjoy!
CONNECT WITH EMILY!
IG: @eramshaw
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"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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New episode out now! This episode explores the journey of Liz Matthews, Senior Vice President of Dell Technologies Global Brand and Creative. Navigating through roles at Johnson & Johnson, Sun Microsystems, and now Dell Technologies, Liz shares how each experience shaped her leadership style and approach to personal branding. With insights gleaned from navigating both the startup scene and global corporations, she emphasizes the importance of vision, adaptability, and fostering collaboration along the way. 🤘💛✨
We hope you enjoy!
CONNECT WITH LIZ!
IG: @lizzimatt
IG: @DellTech
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"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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"Founding Fearless means just not giving up on your dreams!" 💛New episode out now! This episode explores the journey of Olivia Brady, a 2020 graduate from the University of Texas at Austin. She is the Co-Founder and Designer behind Saturday Silks, a game day silk scarf brand that merges the elements of Texan roots and tradition. She hand illustrates each element and arranges them into show-stopping designs. Her graphic design skills extend past her products, too, and into her packaging, website, and social media. 🤘💛✨
We hope you enjoy!
CONNECT WITH OLIVIA!
IG: @saturdaysilks
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"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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This episode explores the journey of Gabriela Bucio, co-owner of one of the city’s most popular and fast-growing restaurant management groups, Gabriela's Group. Gabriela initially worked behind the scenes at several restaurants after moving to Austin more than 20 years ago from Mexico. Over time, Gabriela learned the business inside and out and eventually decided to break off to create her own culinary empire alongside her brother. Today, she owns countless popular restaurant locations throughout the Austin area and keeps expanding. Her establishments combine her heritage and femininity, creating a unique atmosphere when you walk through the door.🤘💛✨
Gabriela Bucio inspires women to embrace their cultures and passions, creating an impact on future entrepreneurs and founders. 🎙️
Check out the Austin establishments a part of Gabriela’s Group: Gabrielas Downtown, Gabrielas South Austin, Taquero Mucho, Mala Vida, Mala Santa, Mala Fama, Seareinas, Churro Co. and Revival Coffee.We hope you enjoy!
CONNECT WITH GABRIELA!
IG: @gabriela.atx
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"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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In this episode, we explore the journey of Bryn Carter-Brown and Emily Salberg, CEO and COO of What She Said. From growing vibrant communities in Denver to revolutionizing referral networks for women entrepreneurs nationwide, Bryn and Emily are the visionary duo behind What She Said. Today, they are working on building a platform for women in cities all over the country, letting women do what they do best: refer to their networks of incredible babes. Through dating app-like technology, What She Said will connect women and non-binary consumers & businesses to build lasting relationships. 🤘💛✨
Bryn and Emily continue to leave a positive and empowering impact on women entrepreneurs and founders. Listen to Bryn and Emily’s journey and insights now!🎙️
We hope you enjoy!CONNECT WITH BRYN & EMILY!
IG: @whatshesaidinc
Get on the What She Said waitlist now!
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"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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"Go after things and don't be afraid of sucking" ~ Natalie Franke in 'Gutsy.' 🤘💛✨
In this episode we explore the journey of Natalie Franke, a bestselling author of “Gutsy,” community builder, neuroscience nerd, and “mama bear” for small businesses. As the Head of Community at Flodesk, she empowers tens of thousands of business owners worldwide. During her time at school to become a neurosurgeon, she knew she always wanted to be able to mix in her creative and artistic side to her career and she ended up starting her first business as a photographer during college, and has excelleced into many different indsutreis now. Her journey in life and her journey in entrepreneurship has been nothing but astonishing and full of courageous risks and decisions, yet she always knew what felt right for her journey. No matter what she lived her life being ‘Gutsy.’🤘💛✨
Natalie Franke continues to leave a positive and lasting impact on small business owners and the overall community around her. Listen to Natalie’s journey and insights now!🎙️We hope you enjoy!
CONNECT WITH NATALIE!
IG: @nataliefranke
Check out Natalie's book 'Gutsy' here!
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"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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In this episode, we have Christy Carlson Romano, actress, host, and co-founder of PodCo. From being a Disney icon and best known for her roles as Disney's "Kim Possible," and roles in "Even Stevens," and "Cadet Kelly," to bringing Disney princess Belle' to life in the highly acclaimed Beauty and the Beast on Broadway, as well as 'Kate Monster' in Avenue Q on Broadway. She has made an undeniable name for herself through her various projects in entertainment, as well as her activism championing high-performing youth, but even off the stage, her shift into entrepreneurship and podcasting adds another dimension to her already impressive career, allowing her to connect with audiences in new and meaningful ways.
Most recently, Christy, alongside husband and CEO Brendan Rooney, successfully launched the PodCo network, a dynamic podcast network focused on capturing gripping conversations between iconic personalities. Current titles under the PodCo umbrella include chart-topping series' like Ned's Declassified Podcast Survival Guide, Wizards of Waverly Pod, Vulnerable, Fuller House with Dave Coulier, and Big Name B*tches. 🤘💛✨
Christy is a real-life example of never being afraid to dream big, and her story will leave you inspired and knowledgeable for your next journey! 🎙️We hope you enjoy!
CONNECT WITH CHRISTY!
IG: @christycarlsonromano
IG: @thepodco
Check out Christy's podcasts and PodCo podcasts here!
kswelinstitute.utexas.edu
"Empowering women to lead and encouraging the world to follow while increasing the number of women-owned and women-led businesses"
This podcast is empowered by the Student Board of the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute at The University of Texas at Austin.
Co-hosts: Priscilla Olivarez & Sydney Key
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