Episodes

With an election just around the corner, Jasmin Brand sits down with Natalie “Nati” Garza, founder of Con Ganas Mija and candidate for Mayor of Mission, Texas, to talk about business, community, and her decision to step into public service. A Rio Grande Valley native, Nati shares how she grew Con Ganas Mija from a women's networking community into MijaCON, an annual conference, and Mija Mercado, a brick-and-mortar marketplace in Downtown Mission that now provides retail opportunities for more t...

Shelley Nadel, founder of Food & Finance and author of The Wealth Recipe, joins host Jasmin Brand to talk about women, money and what it really means to build wealth. Shelley shares how she got her start, what inspired her to combine food and finance into one unique platform and why she believes women should be talking more about financial autonomy rather than financial empowerment. They also discuss the fear and shame that often surround money, why building wealth looks different for everyone...

How do you know when it's time to move on...professionally?

Kick off the week with host Jasmin Brand a few strategies to help you navigate the week ahead

Does imposter syndrome really exist?

Dana White wants every woman to be free when it comes to her hair. She is the founder of Paralee Boyd, a new kind of salon specifically created with women with textured hair in mind.

DEI Executive Sandy Diaz Haley is passionate about creating a sense of belonging for others, but building a community that would ultimately bring thousands of professional women together wasn't something that was ever on her radar.

Akellia Stewart is a Dallas native and mom whose passion for creative design, shoes, and art inspired the start of her first business, Customs By AK, nearly 10 years ago. Customs By AK brings creative art and style to the process of shoe customization by allowing clients to design their own themes or most popularly, requesting Akellia to personally create freestyle designs that exude each client’s personality, favorite hobbies, memorable moments and interests.

Sports executive turned fashion entrepreneur, Alana Matthews, knows the power of self-confidence and being well-suited. After working for years as a lawyer and executive with the Dallas Stars, Alana recognized that most custom suiting companies only served men. But suiting herself in the morning was always a way for Alana to power her mindset to tackle the day and Alana felt women should have this experience. Alautus was established to fill this void.

A color-loving abstract artist who creates vibrant, joy-filled art to elevate beautiful spaces, Roma was born in the British Virgin Islands and graduated from the Inter American University of Puerto Rico with a degree in Business Administration and a minor in Marketing. After a twelve year hiatus, Roma returned to her true love of painting in January of 2017. Her studio is located in North Dallas. Roma shares her journey as an artist and businesswoman and provides the lessons and strategies that...

Marian Mekhail's mission as an artist is to inspire her audience to use the gifts they’ve been given, live fully in their purpose and to seek beauty in all things, all people and all colors. Her Egyptian heritage influences much of her work, subject matter and creative process. In today's episode, we discuss: the business of art and being a creative protecting yourself, mentally, creatively and legally scared money doesn't make money - be strategic good things take time, especially the return on...

Marian Mekhail's mission as an artist is to inspire her audience to use the gifts they’ve been given, live fully in their purpose and to seek beauty in all things, all people and all colors. Her Egyptian heritage influences much of her work, subject matter and creative process. In today's episode, we discuss: the business of art and being a creative protecting yourself, mentally, creatively and legally scared money doesn't make money - be strategic good things take time, especially the return on...

Marian Mekhail's mission as an artist is to inspire her audience to use the gifts they’ve been given, live fully in their purpose and to seek beauty in all things, all people and all colors. Her Egyptian heritage influences much of her work, subject matter and creative process. In today's episode, we discuss: the business of art and being a creative protecting yourself, mentally, creatively and legally scared money doesn't make money - be strategic good things take time, especially the return on...

Marian Mekhail's mission as an artist is to inspire her audience to use the gifts they’ve been given, live fully in their purpose and to seek beauty in all things, all people and all colors. Her Egyptian heritage influences much of her work, subject matter and creative process. In today's episode, we discuss: the business of art and being a creative protecting yourself, mentally, creatively and legally scared money doesn't make money - be strategic good things take time, especially the return on...

We thought there was no better way to bring the month of February to a close than with our special guest this week, Christina A. Brooks, Chief Equity Officer, City of Fort Worth. Christina joins to discuss: IN THIS EPISODE: Why CDFI Friendly Fort Worth is a game changer Being the first and not the last Intentional leadership & the power of being fearless Creating opportunities for communities of color in Fort Worth Why Barbara Jordan is EVERYTHING Your new women's empowerment hashtag for 2022

We thought there was no better way to bring the month of February to a close than with our special guest this week, Christina A. Brooks, Chief Equity Officer, City of Fort Worth. Christina joins to discuss: IN THIS EPISODE: Why CDFI Friendly Fort Worth is a game changer Being the first and not the last Intentional leadership & the power of being fearless Creating opportunities for communities of color in Fort Worth Why Barbara Jordan is EVERYTHING Your new women's empowerment hashtag for 2022

We thought there was no better way to bring the month of February to a close than with our special guest this week, Christina A. Brooks, Chief Equity Officer, City of Fort Worth. Christina joins to discuss: IN THIS EPISODE: Why CDFI Friendly Fort Worth is a game changer Being the first and not the last Intentional leadership & the power of being fearless Creating opportunities for communities of color in Fort Worth Why Barbara Jordan is EVERYTHING Your new women's empowerment hashtag for 2022

We thought there was no better way to bring the month of February to a close than with our special guest this week, Christina A. Brooks, Chief Equity Officer, City of Fort Worth. Christina joins to discuss: IN THIS EPISODE: Why CDFI Friendly Fort Worth is a game changer Being the first and not the last Intentional leadership & the power of being fearless Creating opportunities for communities of color in Fort Worth Why Barbara Jordan is EVERYTHING Your new women's empowerment hashtag for 2022

Did you know that 43% of women in the U.S. are currently dealing with sexual health and wellness concerns? We didn't either so let's talk about it! Lyndsey Harper, MD is the Founder and CEO of Rosy. Dr. Harper created the first-of-its-kind platform out of frustration, when she couldn’t find a modern and accessible resource to help her patients. Rosy is a resource to connect the 84 million women in the US with sexual problems with hope, community, and research-backed solutions to improve their li...

Did you know that 43% of women in the U.S. are currently dealing with sexual health and wellness concerns? We didn't either so let's talk about it! Lyndsey Harper, MD is the Founder and CEO of Rosy. Dr. Harper created the first-of-its-kind platform out of frustration, when she couldn’t find a modern and accessible resource to help her patients. Rosy is a resource to connect the 84 million women in the US with sexual problems with hope, community, and research-backed solutions to improve their li...

Did you know that 43% of women in the U.S. are currently dealing with sexual health and wellness concerns? We didn't either so let's talk about it! Lyndsey Harper, MD is the Founder and CEO of Rosy. Dr. Harper created the first-of-its-kind platform out of frustration, when she couldn’t find a modern and accessible resource to help her patients. Rosy is a resource to connect the 84 million women in the US with sexual problems with hope, community, and research-backed solutions to improve their li...

Did you know that 43% of women in the U.S. are currently dealing with sexual health and wellness concerns? We didn't either so let's talk about it! Lyndsey Harper, MD is the Founder and CEO of Rosy. Dr. Harper created the first-of-its-kind platform out of frustration, when she couldn’t find a modern and accessible resource to help her patients. Rosy is a resource to connect the 84 million women in the US with sexual problems with hope, community, and research-backed solutions to improve their li...

Gabriella is a (p)retired venture capitalist who founded one of the world’s first tech accelerators where she was fortunate to mentor and fund hundreds of founders whose ideas previously only existed as science fiction. Fast Company named her as one of its Most Creative People. She's currently pursuing a Master's in Creative Writing at Harvard University Extension while living on St. Croix with her husband and their zealous Great Dane. She's releasing her very first book, The Sound of Creation, ...

Gabriella is a (p)retired venture capitalist who founded one of the world’s first tech accelerators where she was fortunate to mentor and fund hundreds of founders whose ideas previously only existed as science fiction. Fast Company named her as one of its Most Creative People. She's currently pursuing a Master's in Creative Writing at Harvard University Extension while living on St. Croix with her husband and their zealous Great Dane. She's releasing her very first book, The Sound of Creation, ...