2B Bolder Podcast : Career Growth and Insights from Women in Business, Tech & Sports
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About
The 2B Bolder Podcast brings you into real conversations with women leaders in business, tech, and sports. Going deep into what helped them succeed, shine and stand out as leaders. Hosted by Mary Killelea, a former Intel marketing strategist and career visibility coach, the show shares real stories and practical insights from women who have built meaningful careers and leadership paths. Each conversation provides guidance on: • Building your personal brand with intention • Speaking with confidence and clarity • Strengthening leadership presence and influence • Navigating career transitions with purpose • Advocating for your value in rooms where decisions are made If you’ve ever felt overlooked despite the work you deliver, this podcast will help you show up, speak up, and step forward — with clarity, confidence, and a strong sense of who you are. Learn more at <a href="http:/
Episodes
- Kellyn Gorman talks about building a career in tech : Databases, AI Advocacy, Mentoring, PDXWIT and more.
Kellen Gorman shares her tech career journey, focusing on databases, AI advocacy, and mentoring. The episode covers practical career boldness, AI usability, and the importance of community and sponsorship for women in tech.
- Dr. Fern Halper, Shares Her Brilliance, From Oceanography to AI Leader
This episode of the 2B Bolder Podcast features Dr. Fern Halper, who shares her extensive experience in data and AI. The discussion covers her transition from oceanography to AI leadership, data foundations, governance, emerging AI roles, a…
- Monica Nassif Shares Lessons From Building a Household Brand #154
Monica Nassif shares her entrepreneurial journey on the 2B Bolder podcast, detailing how she built household brands like Caldria and Mrs. Meyer's by trusting trend-spotting over focus groups and leveraging authenticity and storytelling. Sh…
- #153 Gina Riley, Executive Career Strategist and Author, Shares Insights On Managing a Career Transition
Gina Riley, an executive career strategist and author, joins the 2B Bolder podcast to share insights on navigating career transitions and executive hiring. The discussion covers positioning oneself as a solution to business problems, craft…
- #152 Elaina Dulaney Shares the Power and Value of Experience and Relationships in Career Resilience
Senior communications leader Elaina Dulaney joins the 2B Bolder podcast to discuss career resilience, strategic storytelling, and servant leadership. The episode covers job-seeking strategies, overcoming bias, and effective change communic…
- #151 QuantumBloom's Andrea Mohamed on Redesigning Work So Women Stay And Thrive
Ever feel like you did everything “right” and still got sidelined? We sit down with Andrea Mohamed, COO and co‑founder of QuantumBloom, to unpack why so many women exit tech and what it takes to build workplaces they won’t want to leave. A…
- #150 How Tamara Day Built Her Brand From Driveway Sales To HGTV
Confidence radiates from doing something you're passionate about. Doing it for a living and building talent and vision over time is magic. I had the best time sitting down with award-winning designer and Bargain Mansions TV host Tamara Day…
- #149 Sandy Carter on How Bold Leadership And Smarter AI Choices Create Real Opportunity
In this episode of 2B Bolder , I sit down with Sandy Carter , Chief Business Officer at Unstoppable Domains , former AWS and IBM executive, Forbes contributor, and author of AI First, Human Always . We talk about what it really means to ta…
- #148 From Engineer To COO: Catherine Wong On Leading With Empathy And Scale
What if the fastest way to grow your career isn’t a straight climb but a series of smart, sideways moves that sharpen your empathy and judgment? In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Catherine Wong, COO and CPO at Entrat…
- #147 Caitlin Clark-Zigmond on Scaling Brands, Cleaning Data, Leading With Nerve
What if the fastest way to grow your career is to reinvent how you work before the market forces you to? In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Caitlin Clark-Zigmond, a two-time entrepreneur and former CMO for Intel’s glo…
- #146 Monica Livingston, AI Leadership With A Human Core
AI only works at scale when the shiny demo meets the gritty realities of deployment, security, and change management. In episode #146 of the 2B Bolder Podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Monica Livingston, AI Platform Lead for…
- #145 Carol Wilder: From Corporate Leader to Impact-Driven Entrepreneur
Curiosity is a gift—but it only turns into momentum when it’s tied to impact. Host of the 2B Bolder Podcast, Mary Killelea, sits down with Carol Wilder, a strategic operator who helped launch the Alexa Skills Kit at Amazon, led generative…
- #144 Karina Marie Diaz on Turning Down The Static, Turning Up You
What if the fastest way forward wasn’t pushing harder, but tuning in sharper? On episode #144 of the 2B Bolder podcast, I had the chance to sit down with Karina Marie Diaz, a trusted and sought-after leadership coach who explores how high-…
- #143 Miriam Airington-Fisher From Courtroom Chaos To A Family-First Firm
What happens when the career you’ve chased for years stops fitting the life you’re building? We sit down with attorney and founder Miriam Airington-Fisher to explore how she transformed a courtroom-centered path into a thriving, family-fir…
- #142 Samira Naraghi on how small, uncomfortable bets compound into big career leaps.
Want a real look at how breakthrough tech actually gets built and shipped? I had the pleasure of sitting down with Samira Naraghi, Chief Business Officer at Enovix, who has held previous roles at AWS, Meta, Qualcomm, and other notable comp…
- #141 From Retail Racks to C-Suites: Tracy Nolan on Values-Driven Leadership, Mentorship, and Transforming Industries
What if the straightest line to a bigger career is choosing the uncomfortable zones? On episode #141, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Tracy Nolan, Fortune 100 executive, transformation leader, and champion of women in leadership, t…
- #140 Money Myths and Fractional CFOs: Tana Kramer's Entrepreneurial Wisdom
What if your business could actually work for your life instead of consuming it? This question lies at the heart of Tana Kramer's approach to financial strategy for women entrepreneurs. Tana, founder of TK Solutions and a self-described "p…
- #139 Reinvention After Four Decades: Rene Madden's Journey from Secretary to CEO
When Rene Madden turned 60, everyone expected her to retire. Instead, she launched her own business, pursued a master's degree, and wrote a book. "I am not retiring," she declares. "I could work till I'm 70 or 80. I am just beginning." Ren…
- #138 Cassandra Chin's Journey From Child Coder to International Tech Educator
Meet Cassandra Chin, a remarkable young woman who began teaching tech workshops internationally at just 13 years old. Now 22, she's authored "Raising Young Coders," speaks at global tech conferences, and champions inclusivity in the techno…
- #137 Cisco's EVP Liz Centoni Talks about Navigating AI and Leadership
Liz Centoni takes us on the extraordinary journey through her 25-year career at Cisco, where she's currently the Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Experience Officer, leading a global team of 21,000 employees. Rather than viewing…
- #136 Nedra Rezinas Marketer, Entrepreneur and Coach Talks About Finding Your Niche
What if the boldest move in marketing wasn't about being louder, but about being truer to who you really are? Nedra Rezinas joins us to challenge conventional marketing wisdom with her refreshing approach designed specifically for introver…
- #135 Unleashing Your Voice: Rising in Sales with Cherilynn Castleman
What does it take to succeed in male-dominated fields? Cherilynn Castleman knows firsthand, having navigated 30+ years in sales leadership at Fortune 500 companies as a woman of color. Her journey from selling Girl Scout cookies to coachin…
- #134 Culture and Creativity Collide: Jodi Porter Reveals TikTok's Impact on Traditional Industries
Think TikTok is just dancing and viral videos? Prepare to have your perspective completely transformed. In this eye-opening conversation with Jodi Porter, Vertical Director at TikTok, we dive deep into how major industries like automotive,…
- #133 Building a Successful Customer Advocacy Program: Alyssa Maschi's Journey at Lenovo
Ever wondered how customer stories come to life in global tech companies? Welcome to a fascinating conversation with Alyssa Maschi, Head of the Customer Reference Center of Excellence at Lenovo. Alyssa's career journey defies traditional e…
- #132 From Heart Surgeon Dreams to Silicon Valley: Karenga Ross's Journey of Bold Leadership
What does it take to go from childhood dreams of building a Terminator robot to leading AI innovation at Intel? Karenga Ross's remarkable journey offers a masterclass in career development that combines technical expertise with business ac…
- #131 From Acting to Producing: Karina Michel's Journey Through Entertainment
What does it truly take to build a thriving career in Hollywood? Emmy award-winning actress and producer Karina Michel pulls back the curtain on the entertainment industry in this captivating conversation about resilience, authenticity, an…
- #130 Susan Sly Talks about Revolutionizing Menopause Support with AI & Her Career Journey
What if AI could finally solve one of the most overlooked challenges in women’s health? Millions of women experience menopause, yet real support has always lagged behind, until now. In this episode of the 2B Bolder Podcast , I sit down wit…
- #129 Keiyana Arnold, A Former Recruiter at Meta, Twitter, and CNN Tells All
What does it really take to land a job at companies like Meta and Twitter in today's cutthroat market? A former big brand recruiter, Keiyana Arnold, pulls back the curtain on hiring practices that most job seekers never see, delivering eye…
- #128 From Corporate PR to Book Coach: Unveiling Publishing Secrets : Allison Lane Shares Her Career Inights
Dreaming of writing a book but have no idea where to start? You're not alone. In this eye-opening conversation with book coach Allison Lane, we dive deep into the realities of publishing that most aspiring authors never learn until it's to…
- #127 From Harlem to Harvard: Gisele Marcus's Journey to Leadership Excellence
Meet Gisele Marcus, a leadership dynamo whose remarkable journey from Harlem to Harvard Business School epitomizes what it means to be bold in pursuing excellence. Growing up in what she affectionately calls "old Harlem," Gisele was raised…
- #126 Deb Boulanger Insights: From Corporate Success to Entrepreneurial Success
Stepping away from the corporate world into entrepreneurship isn't just about changing careers, it's about transforming your identity, mindset, and relationship with work. In this candid conversation with Deb Boulanger, CEO of Life After C…
- #125 Dr. Tara Chklovski founder of the world's largest tech entrepreneurship program for girls
Prepare to be inspired as Dr. Tara Chklovski, founder and CEO of Technovation, shares her remarkable journey from growing up in India to building the world's largest female tech talent network. Against the backdrop of a culture that tradit…
- #124 Navigating Career Transitions with Unicorn Career Compass Founder Tina Cella
Career strategist Tina Cella pulls back the curtain on what really works in today's challenging job market. From her success at Sixth Sense (growing the company from 150 to 1300 people) to founding Unicorn Career Compass, Tina brings inval…
- #123 Dagnija 'Daggie' Lacis, A Pioneer in Tech: From Refugee to VP
Daggie Lacey's life reads like a Hollywood script, yet her remarkable journey from refugee to tech pioneer is 100% real. In this captivating conversation, Daggie shares how fleeing Latvia as a one-year-old set her on an unexpected path tow…
- #122 Ria Cheruvu AI Architect, ML Engineer and Data Scientist, Industry Speaker, and Instructor
In episode #122, discover the inspiring journey of Ria Cheruvu, a prodigious AI architect at Intel, who challenges the status quo with her groundbreaking work from a young age. Ria's incredible story takes us through her accelerated academ…
- #121 Alyssa Pollack, Fello Co-founder Transforms Loneliness & Drives Impact
On episode #121, join me as I sit down with Alyssa Pollack, a well-known and respected entrepreneur who has navigated the corridors of corporate giants and the fast-paced lanes of tech startups. Alyssa takes us on her journey from her earl…
- #120 Lisa Spelman, CEO of Cornelis Networks, Shares Insights for Female Leaders in Tech
Episode #120 Female CEOs are growing in numbers but still quite rare, so it was a real honor to have Lisa Spellman, the newly appointed CEO of Cornelis Networks,on the show. As a well-respected industry tech leader, Lisa shares her inspiri…
- #119 Techie Dani : Becoming a Tech Influencer for Top Brands
Ever wonder what it would be like to be a Tech Influencer? Tune in to be inspired by the incredible journey of Danielle Hern, better known as @TechieDani, who sheds light on her transition from her corporate 9-5 role at Intel to becoming a…
- #118 Penny Locaso, Behavioral Scientist, Speaker, and Founder of HackingHappy.co
What if self-doubt could be your greatest ally in pursuing a life of meaningful impact? That's a hint of insight you'll gain from my conversation with Penny Locaso, a groundbreaking behavioral scientist and impact expert. On episode #118 o…
- #117 Karla Blanco: A Global Leader of Transformation Dedicated to DEI, a TEDx Speaker & Bestselling Author
What happens when you blend years of corporate experience with an unyielding commitment to personal growth? Karla Blanco joins us on episode #117 of the 2B Bolder podcast to share her journey from an aspiring attorney to a leader in divers…
- #116 Kathryn Kaminsky, PwC US Chief Commercial Officer Talks About Career Growth
In this episode of the 2B Bolder Podcast, I sit down with Kathryn Kaminsky, a 31-year veteran of PwC and the current Chief Commercial Officer. Kathryn’s passion for serving clients has driven her impressive career, which spans business tra…
- #115 Krista Palmer, Technical Program Manager at Google Play Shares Advice for Women in Tech
In episode #115 of the 2B Bolder podcast, we featured Krista Palmer , a well-respected Technical Program Manager at Google Play . Krista has an impressive career journey, from front-end development to product management to now leading impa…
- #114 Shailvi Wakhlu, Head of Data at Strava, talks about Data, Leadership, and Self-Advocacy
In episode #114 of the 2B Bolder Podcast, we've got a great guest!! We're diving deep into a career in tech and self-advocacy with Shailvi Wakhlu, a fantastic woman thriving in this space. Shailvi is a seasoned Data Leader with over 17 yea…
- #113 Diana Khan Attorney Shares Her Journey of Entrepreneurial Success
Episode #113 of the 2B Bolder podcast featured Diana Khan, an attorney, real estate broker, and entrepreneur who has built a successful career through determination and hard work. Diana is the founder and CEO of DK Law Group, where she foc…
- #112 Encore Career Options: Dr. Michelle Prince on Finding Purpose and Prosperity in Your Third Act
On episode #112, the 2B Bolder Podcast featured Dr. Michelle Prince. Prince is the founder of MPrince Consulting LLC, a global leadership coach, HR tech advisor, and human capital consultant. With over 30 years of corporate HR experience a…
- #111 Career Podcast: Wendy Wallbridge's Journey to Empowerment
In episode #111 of the 2B Bolder podcast, host Mary Killelea interviews Wendy Wallbridge, a pioneering force in the coaching field and a fierce advocate for women and gender equity. Wendy is the founder and CEO of SpiralUp and the previous…
- #110 From Engineer to Executive: Jana Gerber’s Impact on Sustainability
On the 2B Bolder podcast, episode 110, I had the privilege to sit down with Jana Gerber, President of Microgrids for Schneider Electric’s North American Division. Jana is a trailblazer in the energy sector, responsible for driving the comm…
- #109 Vikki Espinosa on Building Your Dream Career
What if your career transformation could start today? This episode of the 2B Bolder podcast promises to inspire and empower as we feature Vikki Espinosa, a career strategist and leadership transformation coach. Vikki's story is a testament…
- #108 Authentic Ambition: Anne Shoemaker on Coaching Women to Top Leadership Roles
Episode 108 of the 2B Bolder Podcast features Anne Shoemaker, an empowering career strategist and executive coach. With over 20 years of experience, Anne has dedicated her career to guiding women into leadership roles across various indust…
- #107 From Vision to Reality: Alysia Silberg's Guide to Thriving in Tech : Career Podcast
In Episode #107, I had the pleasure of interviewing Alysia Silberg. Alysia is a dynamic voice in the world of AI! 🌟 Alysia is a bestselling author, investor, and visionary founder of Unemployable AI. With over 30,000 LinkedIn followers, s…