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Women Advancing

by Kate Byrne

WomenAdvancing brings you into a world that will leave you feeling so much better. Anxiety be gone! Why? Because we’ll be speaking to real women who have faced real opportunities and blocks and made it through to the other side. WomenAdvancing uncovers hidden gems- trailblazing women who are reshaping the world. We share not only the wisdom and best practices from well established voices, but reveal and uncover those who are on the horizon, leading us into the future. The women you most likely don’t know but should.  We’ll be speaking to and engaging with female executives and female Founders through their passion for advancing diversity, achieving women’s income equality, and enhancing women’s careers and lives in their pursuit to have it all. Both a healthy personal life and a robust professional life.  Each episode will take place every two weeks available on iTunes, Spotify, Media Village and other podcast platforms. Our conversations will address guests holistically, their internal and external challenges and everything in between. We’ll touch upon the often taboo subjects of imposter syndrome, mental wellness, multi-generational challenges, power dynamics and ensuing battles with others and within oneself. Un huh, we are going to go there!  As well as classic business challenges and best practices for marketing, sales, building a team, fundraising(the audible ugh in everyone’s life), and scale.   Our features interviews and initiatives focus on: How our guests got to where they are - spoiler alert it never is a straight line. You aren’t the only one who enjoyed a good zig or zag along the way. Dual mentoring at all stages of women’s lives and careers thereby encouraging one being ever curious. I’m big into intergenerational learning as it helps the older set stay relevant and the younger set wise.Industries that hold the greatest opportunity.How women will be the drivers of future technologies given our understanding of community and all ships rising.Recognition of best practices for achieving women’s income equality and career equityInitiatives focused on successfully advancing women into C-Suite and Board positionIncreasing the role, importance and power of women in society, business, and cultureThe leadership opportunity that technology presents The ins and outs and often not discussed aspects of the leadership journey for women I’m your host, Kate Byrne, Co-Founder of the Tulle Box and long time voice and leader in intentional leadership, investing  and publishing spaces. I’ve spent my career leading and working with and for public and private companies, advised and supported female entrepreneurs and Founders in wending their way through the wacky hallways and now Zoom calls of work, and the challenges of raising capital. The common threads: tech and women owning their voices and power and the incredible outcomes that result when all are activated. I’ve also had to pivot and reinvent myself plenty of times so I truly understand and have thrived past the highs and lows of being a woman today.  Join me as we delve into the stories, struggles, and successes of dynamic leaders, innovators, and change-makers from diverse fields. Each episode is a treasure trove of insights, offering inspiration and actionable advice for women at every stage of their personal and professional journey. Whether you're an emerging leader, a seasoned professional, or simply passionate about the advancement of women, this podcast is your go-to source for motivation and knowledge. We cover topics ranging from leadership and entrepreneurship to social impact and personal growth, all through the lens of women who are making a difference. Tune in to WomenAdvancing and discover a treasure trove of insight, intelligence and great women. You’ll leave saying who knew…well now you do! And hello….you are a gem too so I’d love to hear from you next.

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#39
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19
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Latest episodes

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Building What Investors Couldn’t See: Jenny Lynn Walding, Milkmade, And The Business Of Maternal Health

When you are getting ahead of the market curve, your business ideas may face a lot of skepticism and naysayers – but you need to trust your own instincts to succeed. Kate

Sep 8
41 min

The Art Of Becoming Whole: TotalHER Founder, Robin Sims-Allen On Why The Future Of Leadership Is More Human Than Ever

Traditional corporate structures and generic social platforms often fail to support female leaders ready to build sustainable wealth and leverage. In this conversation, h

Aug 25
44 min

The Art Of Relentlessly Showing Up: Susan Coll-Guedes On Education, Leadership & The Future Of Work

Traditional institutional frameworks often force individuals into rigid models rather than adapting to human needs. Host Katherine Byrne speaks with educator and advocate

Aug 4
41 min

Women, Power, And Generosity: Rethinking Leadership For A Complex World With RJ Communications Founder, Robyn Jackson Malone

What does it truly take to lead with both warmth and unshakeable authority? In this episode, host Kate Byrne sits down with Robyn J. Malone, Founder of RJ Communications,

Jul 28
35 min

The Lunchbox That Launched A Movement: How Stanford MBA And Founder Of OmieLife, Nancy Yen, Transformed Corporate Skills Into Entrepreneurial Success With OmieBox

What does it take to turn a personal frustration into a journey of entrepreneurial success? In this episode, host Kate Byrne sits down with Nancy Yen, the Founder of Omie

Jul 14
38 min

History Is A Moment. Service Is A Practice: Dr. Thelma Witherspoon On Leading

True impact isn’t about making history—it’s about showing up to do the work. In this episode, Dr. Thelma Witherspoon, Hamilton Township Committee woman, shares the grit a

Jun 30
47 min

The Power Of Noticing: Why Attention Is the New Leadership Skill With Emily Gaines Demsky, Artist And Founder Of 3 Good Things Movement

In a world engineered to drag our attention toward negativity and urgency, the ability to consciously direct our focus is a radical and powerful leadership skill. Artist

Jun 16
37 min

Not Invited? Build Your Own Table: How To Stand Out In A Competitive Industry With Broadcaster, Professor And Business Owner, Kelsey Nicole Nelson

In a competitive industry, do you ever feel like you’re waiting for an invitation that will never come? Stop waiting. The secret to standing out isn’t getting a seat at s

Jun 2
37 min

The Business Of Blooming: Cameron Hardesty On Building Poppy Flowers From Idea To Investment

Floral design is the last big-ticket purchase you are making when planning your wedding. Although it may seem beautiful on the outset, it is downright ugly behind the sce

May 19
42 min

From Corporate To Impact Tech: Equera.ai Founder Danielle Finch On Career Pivot & Industry Transformation

Are you successful on paper, but feel like something is missing inside? In this episode, we sit down with Danielle Finch, Founder and CEO of Equera.ai. Danielle made the

May 5
41 min

Designing A Good Future: Reimagining Sustainable Design, Waste, And Leadership With Kathryn Soter

Are you overlooking the unseen systems that cost us the most? In the U.S., a staggering 12.2 million tons of furniture waste is discarded annually—enough to furnish 8.8 m

Apr 21
42 min

Success Without Self-Abandonment: Redesigning Work, Wellness, And Ambition With Forbes 30 Under 30 And Founder Of The Clearly Collective, Olivia Cleary

What if the secret to scaling your business wasn’t more hustle, but more humanity? In this episode of Women Advancing, Olivia Cleary, Founder of The Clearly Collective an

Apr 7
28 min

What If Work Worked For Humans? Learning Design, Human Design, And The Leaders Shaping The Future Of Work With Snjezana Slabek

In a world rapidly reshaped by Artificial Intelligence, the conversation often centers on the tools. But what if we shifted the focus to the people? Join host Kate Byrne

Mar 24
35 min

The Cost Of Courage: Spiritual Activism, Justice, And Finding Your Voice With Cece Jones-Davis

What is the true cost of courage in speaking up? In a world riddled with resistant systems and uncomfortable truths, Cece Jones-Davis, an extraordinary spiritual leader,

Mar 17
35 min

The 2026 Reuters Trailblazing Women Report: The Leaders Shaping The Future With Editor In Chief, Reuters Events Sustainable Business, Terry Slavin

What does leadership look like in a world of climate urgency, rapid tech change, and systemic upheaval? We spoke with Terry Slavin, Editor-in-Chief of Reuters’ sustainabl

Mar 10
35 min

True Grit: The Women Who Walked In: Coeducation And The Courage To Belong: With Author Gail Burrell Gerry

The University of Virginia did not accept women until coeducation was introduced in 1970. This institutional transformation was made possible through the grit of its firs

Mar 3
46 min

Rewrite Your Money Story: Financial Planning + Feminine Power With The Biz Hippie; Scarlett Stanhope

Money isn’t just math. It’s memory. In this conversation, I’m joined by Scarlett Stanhope – also known as The Biz Hippie – for a refreshingly honest exploration of money

Feb 24
37 min

The Power Of The Period: Healthcare Access And Ending Shame With EmpowerHer Founder Avery Bruen And VP Brooke Blankenship

We often talk about the glass ceiling in business, but what if the true barrier to a woman’s full potential starts much lower—at the most basic level of her health and he

Feb 10
43 min

Defining And Redefining The Future Of Work With Jena McGregor

The way we work is seemingly broken and does not serve us at all. To ensure that the future of work is way better than today, a couple of things we are so used to right n

Feb 3
31 min

Not Taking No For An Answer: Winter Of Discontent: How Tamara Garvey Uses Art To Confront Misogyny And Reclaim History

When words fail to clearly convey what you feel or what you want to say, using a different medium may be more effective. Kate Byrne sits down with artist Tamara Garvey, w

Jan 27
41 min

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