How'd Her Career Get There? Lauren Asghari.BizGal
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Entrepreneur Lauren Asghari talks with women of all backgrounds about their career paths and personal journeys. You get a little bit of everything from this podcast, including practical business advice and mentorship guidance. Discover how individual women knocked down personal barriers to find their work passion!
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Episode 50: Navigating Nonprofits with Pattie Dash, Executive Director, National Kidney Foundation
Pattie Dash joins Lauren in Episode 50 of “How’d Her Career Get There?” where she reflects on her career path through the nonprofit sector. Her trajectory was marked by continual growth, fueled not only by the support of mentors but also by the strong foundation and moral lessons instilled by her parents. Recognizing her potential, these mentors guided her journey, nurturing her talents and empowering her to advocate for roles that sparked her curiosity.
Her story highlights the profound impact of mentorship and self-belief in forging a fulfilling career path. Through newfound confidence, Pattie's narrative imparts invaluable lessons for anyone navigating their professional journey.
Links for topics mentioned during the episode:
National Kidney Foundation for MD & DE: https://www.kidney.org/offices/nkf-serving-maryland-delaware
Upcoming Events for National Kidney Foundation: https://www.kidney.org/events
Sante Event: https://support.kidney.org/event/2024-sante-giving-back-for-kidney-disease/e538425
Upcoming National Kidney Foundation Walks: https://www.kidneywalk.org -
Episode 49: Marching to Her Own Beat with Kathleen Methric, Biotech Executive
In this captivating episode of "How'd Her Career Get There?" Lauren delves into the journey of Kathleen Methric, who traded her flute for a lab coat and eventually found her rhythm in the pharmaceutical industry. Growing up, she thought about pursuing a career in music, but her practical father's advice steered her towards a more stable path in the sciences. Embracing his wisdom, she pursued her studies, only to discover that her true passion lay beyond the walls of a laboratory.
Join us for this episode as we dive into Kathleen's inspiring journey—a tale of finding harmony between dreams and reality, and the unwavering pursuit of purpose and passion.
Links for the listeners:
Kidney risk quiz: https://www.kidney.org/kidney-quiz/
March is National Kidney Month: https://www.kidney.org/news/national-kidney-foundation-recognizes-march-national-kidney-month
National Kidney Foundation serving Baltimore and Delaware: https://www.kidney.org/offices/nkf-serving-maryland-delaware
May fundraiser: https://www.kidney.org/events/local-event/2024-sante-giving-back-kidney-disease
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Episode 48: Seizing Opportunity with Louise Blomqvist, EMEA President of Bambuser
In this episode Lauren talks with Louise Blomqvist, EMEA President of Bambuser. Coming to New York City from a small town in Sweden, Louise shares her story starting with aspirations of ballet and shifting to retail and working with luxury brands. The through line of her life is deep-routed in work ethic and personal connection. Hear how those attributes helped drive her career and propel those around her. Listen, laugh and take note of what happens when opportunity meets ambition.
*****Note: At timestamp 28:14 Louise is referring back to the previous episode Lauren recorded with Shannen Stewart of Heels & Handshakes where Shannen states: "I rent my title but I own my character. I’m Shannen Stewart, I’m not the CEO and founder of Heels and Handshakes, that can go away at any time. So just working on not always having to achieve - that doesn’t link to my identity, my self worth.” *****
Listen to Shannen's episode here: https://bit.ly/47y0wfi -
Episode 47: Let's Talk Trades with Tiffany Wondrow of C&R Services
In this episode, Lauren talks with business owner Tiffany Wondrow, President of C&R Services based in Nashville, Tennessee. Hear Tiffany talk about growing up in New Orleans with an entrepreneurial mom and an alcoholic father. Going into the military before eventually joining forces with her husband in a commercial painting business, Tiffany talks openly about not letting your past define you and how she works hard everyday to provide a positive experience for employees. She's on a mission to get more people, particularly women, into trades and is involved in the community, networking events and organizations doing just that. Recently named a Nashville Women of Influence, hear her compelling story.
Find Tiffany on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/candrservicesinc/
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Episode 46: Dr. Emerald Mitchell, Moves & Grooves, Inc. on Intentional Impact
This week Lauren talks with Dr. Emerald Mitchell, the Founder and Executive Director of Moves and Grooves. Dr. Mitchell’s journey will leave you clapping, cheering and wanting to get up and dance! Hear how she founded an organization to help youths in the community because she had such an impactful experience with a similar organization as a child. Raised by a single mom and one of 5 children, she learned the value of resilience and giving back. Fast forward to today, her non-profit hits its 20 year anniversary and they’ve got big plans for Antioch, TN (near Nashville). Join in, spread the word and listen to a journey filled with learning and how intentional small acts can help positively affect youth and future generations.
To learn more about Moves & Grooves and its upcoming events:
https://movesandgrooves.org/
Giving Tuesday Campaign Link: https://givebutter.com/MAG-GivingTuesday
Donate a brick to the new Youth Arts and Innovation Center! You'll have a laser engraved brick in your name and leave a lasting legacy: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E354599&id=32 -
Episode 45: Shannen Stewart, Heels & Handshakes, Rise Up Through Networking
Jump in and listen to this episode as Lauren talks with Shannen Stewart, Founder of Heels and Handshakes. Learn how this Nashville native took her relationship building and networking expertise to help empower others to meet, greet, and build meaningful connections. But make no mistake about it, this driving entrepreneur is partially fueled by her desire to help people develop beneficial and lucrative business relationships. Recently named as a Nashville Women of Influence, hear how Shannen to this day even has to remind herself to celebrate the successes and lessons learned along the way.
To learn more about Heels & Handshakes, an all-inclusive membership dedicated to helping women in business and entrepreneurs put their best "heel" forward: https://www.heelsandhandshakes.com
Heels & Handshakes IG: https://www.instagram.com/heelsandhandshakes/