Bridging the Woo and the Do: Katya Libin is Empowering Women Leaders EP 112

In this episode of the HAYVN Hubcast, host Nancy Sheed sits down with Katya Libin, an inspiring entrepreneur and co-founder of Divine Feminine Leaders (DFL). Katya shares her transformative journey from navigating challenges as the daughter of immigrant parents in New York City to redefining leadership and creating powerful communities for women.

1. Embrace a "Why Not?" Attitude Katya credits her early resilience and confidence to her ability to view challenges as opportunities. Growing up in New York City with immigrant parents instilled in her the mindset to push boundaries and seize opportunities, no matter how unconventional they seemed.

2. From Bartender to Corporate Leader Katya’s openness to opportunity paid off early in her career. While bartending, she impressed her customers so much that they offered her a corporate sales role, which launched her successful career in tech and software sales.

3. Turning Isolation Into Impact The spark for her entrepreneurial journey came from a personal need. As a young mother in Tribeca, juggling a demanding sales job and motherhood, Katya felt isolated and craved connection. This led her to co-found HeyMama, a national network for working moms, creating a thriving space for women to support and connect with each other.

4. Pivoting During the Pandemic The pandemic brought significant challenges for HeyMama, forcing a shift from in-person to virtual community-building. This pivotal moment helped Katya redefine leadership for herself, emphasizing alignment between her energy, purpose, and impact.

5. Merging Spirituality and Leadership Out of this period of reflection emerged Katya’s latest venture, Divine Feminine Leaders (DFL) - which is soon to be rebranded as Jadeva. Combining spiritual wisdom with actionable leadership strategies, DFL is a “soulful sorority for women of impact.” Through masterminds, immersive experiences, and education, Katya empowers women to embrace their authentic selves while creating meaningful change.

6. Evolving Leadership Philosophy Katya now prioritizes collaboration over self-reliance. She attributes much of her success to knowing when to bring in experts and focus on collective wisdom, an approach she sees as essential for sustainable growth and leadership.

Katya’s vision for DFL  / Jadeva is expansive, with plans to grow from local chapters to a global movement. Her work is helping women leaders tap into their wisdom, power, and purpose, redefining what it means to lead authentically.

To learn more about Katya and Divine Feminine Leaders, follow them on Instagram @wearedfl or visit wearedfl.com. To connect with Nancy, follow her on LinkedIn, Instagram @sheesalt or connect on her nancysheed.com website.

This conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking to align their energy, purpose, and leadership style while making a meaningful impact.