Wings of Inspired Business
Melinda Wittstock
Women entrepreneurs are changing the game of business, stepping into our authentic feminine power and growing consciousness to start and scale great companies. Listen to Wings to learn from women who've "been there, built that" with 7, 8 and 9-figure businesses, even billion dollar Unicorns. You'll learn how to manifest the mindset, mojo and money to create, grow and scale a business aligned with what makes your heart sing. Wings is hosted by Melinda Wittstock, a 4-time serial entrepreneur, tech visionary and award-winning journalist. Melinda focuses where personal and business growth meet, her insightful interviews with inspiring female founders and businesswomen providing actionable tips to help listeners to real and tangible results. These innovators, influencers, and investors all share their success secrets, epiphanies, and practical advice on how to get the confidence, connections and capital so you too manifest the success of your dreams in life and in business.
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Jun 11, 2024 • 27min
Breaking Barriers: Indigenous Entrepreneur Amanda Bernard on Redefining E-Commerce for Indigenous Artists and Businesses
Amanda Bernard is a proud member of the Madawaska Maliseet First Nation and the founder of Shawish Market, a virtual Indigenous marketplace where Indigenous artists and entrepreneurs can create and manage their own online shop. Unlike other marketplaces, Shawish does not charge vendors a monthly or transaction fee making it affordable for Indigenous communities. Amanda was honored on the Peak's 2024 Emerging Leaders List. She is also a 2023 MIT Solver Fellow.
Jun 4, 2024 • 45min
Burn Boot Camp: Fitness Entrepreneur Morgan Kline on Building Strength, Resilience and Confidence
Morgan Kline, Co-Founder and CEO of the Burn Boot Camp franchise, is on a mission to enable women to feel confident, empowered, motivated and stronger than ever. Growing up in Battle Creek, MI, Morgan started climbing the corporate ladder at the Kellogg Company right out of college before taking the entrepreneurial leap to grow one of the nation’s fastest growing fitness programs, now with 400 locations across 41 states. She balances growing Burn Boot Camp and its community as a busy mom to three kids with her podcast, The Burn Boot Camp.
May 28, 2024 • 40min
Data-Driven DEI: Entrepreneur Miranda McKie on Why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Grows the Bottom Line
Miranda McKie is a visionary leader, founder, and CEO of McKie Consultants, with a mission to utilize data-driven techniques to identify and mitigate systemic institutional barriers that impact underrepresented groups. Her expertise in HR / people analytics, DEI, product management, design thinking, and training enables her to help her clients achieve their strategic organizational goals. She also works with clients to implement best-in-class SaaS (Software as a Service) platforms. Miranda received the 2020 Catalyst Canada Emerging Leader Award and was most recently featured as one of The Silicon Review's Top 50 Leading Companies in 2023. She also co-founded the non-profit Young Women in Business (YWiB) Toronto, which helped over a thousand women develop their professional networks.
May 21, 2024 • 45min
The Busy Brain Cure: Neurologist and Entrepreneur Dr. Romie Mushtaq on the BrainSHIFT Protocol to Overcome Stress and Burnout for Optimal Health and Wellness
Dr. Romie Mushtaq is a board-certified physician who brings together more than two decades of leadership in neurology, integrative medicine, and mindfulness. Creator of the BrainSHIFT Protocol and author of The Busy Brain Cure, Dr. Romie is on a mission to improve mental wellbeing and create a culture of wellness in the workplace. An award-winning speaker working with Fortune 500 companies, professional athletes, and global associations, she currently serves as Chief Wellness Officer for Evolution Hospitality, where she scaled a mindfulness & wellness program to over 7,000 employees. Her expertise has been featured on NPR, NBC, TED talks, and Forbes.
May 14, 2024 • 42min
From Perfect to Productive: Entrepreneur Vitale Buford Hardin on How Perfectionism Holds Back Women Entrepreneurs with Vitale Buford Hardin
Vitale Buford Hardin is an entrepreneur and leading expert in perfectionism and how it permeates corporate culture to limit individual performance and entrepreneurial success. President and CEO of The Hardin Group, Vitale works with business leaders to transform perfectionism into excellence by learning to lead with authenticity, build resilience, improve communication and emotional intelligence. She has served clients including Keeneland, Humana, NCAA, Zappos, LifePoint Health, Logan Aluminum and the University of Kentucky. A published author, nationally recognized speaker, and iPEC-certified executive coach, she brings 15 years of corporate experience to her custom trainings, strategic advisory, culture change initiatives and performance coaching.
May 7, 2024 • 37min
Glow and Grow: Entrepreneur Kara Holden from Skin Cancer to Sunless Success with Airbrush Tanning
Kara Holden is the visionary Founder of airbrush tanning business AGLOW and a formidable advocate for women's empowerment and self-confidence. Kara is on a mission to nurture the feminine spirit, fostering inclusivity and a supportive community for women through AGLOW, a safe alternative to harmful UV rays with a food-grade DHA tanning solution.
Apr 30, 2024 • 57min
If You Build It, They’ll ‘Come’: World Renowned Urologist and Entrepreneur Dr. Maria Uloko on AI and Women’s Sexual Health
Dr. Maria Uloko is a distinguished urologist and CEO of VULVAi, enhancing women's sexual health through innovative AI diagnostics. With a strong focus on comprehensive sexual health, she provides medical and surgical solutions for all genders. She is renowned for her evidence-based, compassionate approach and advocacy for quality life improvement and healthcare inclusivity. An international award-winning researcher she has made significant contributions to vulvar health including defining how many nerves are in the human clitoris. This work aims to improve diagnostic accuracy and patient care. Dr. Uloko's career is enriched by her leadership, extensive training, and memberships in top medical societies.
Apr 23, 2024 • 1h 9min
Psychedelics for Mental Health: Serial Entrepreneur April Pride on the Therapeutic Powers of Micro Dosing Magic Mushrooms
April Pride is a 6-time serial entrepreneur and innovating pioneer in cannabis and psilocybin with 3 exits to her name. Her new brand SetSet supports responsible psychedelic experiences outside of a clinic, integrating intention-setting deck cards for each transformational journey. Creative founder and strategist behind Of Like Minds, a trusted source for ‘nano’, ‘micro’ and ‘museum’ dose psilocybin capsules, April says she’s on a mission to ensure safety and supportive community around micro dosing. The founder of Van der Pop, a cannabis lifestyle brand acquired by the world’s largest cannabis company three years after its launch, April’s work has been featured in Vice, Forbes, The Guardian, and the High Times' inaugural Female 50 List. She also hosts the SetSet podcast.
Apr 16, 2024 • 1h 3min
AI As Your Superpower: Entrepreneur and Investor Alysia Silberg on AI Ethics, Investing, and New Opportunities for Personal and Professional Growth
Alysia Silberg is the Founder and CEO of UnemployableAI, specializing in harnessing AI to drive growth, scalability, and profits for companies. She is also Founder and General Partner of the investment firm Street Global, a leading venture capitalist in Silicon Valley, where she mentors tech startups and helps them go public. Alysia’s recently released multi award winning book, Unemployable: How AI Transformed my Work and Life, details her inspiring life story and is a guide to infinite success and personal development. Today on Wings she shares her insights on ethical AI, raising venture capital, and leveraging AI as a catalyst for personal and professional success.
Apr 9, 2024 • 37min
Transformational Global Healing: Serial Entrepreneur Dr. Christina Rahm on Blending Love, Spirituality, and Health in Business
Dr. Christina Rahm is a serial entrepreneur, author, scientist, and the CEO of DRC Ventures. With a robust background in pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals, Christina has collaborated with industry leaders like Janssen, Johnson & Johnson, Biogen Idec/Biogen, UCB, Bristol Meyers Squibb, and Alexion. As Chief Science Officer for Root Brands, Dr. Rahm plays a pivotal role in shaping the industry and serves as a formulator for various companies under the DRC imprimatur, including Rahm Roast Coffee. Her book, "Cure the Causes: Live the Life you Want, Not the One Prescribed," reflects her dedication to holistic well-being. Christina is dedicated to eliminating negative influences and creating meaningful lives.
