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Allyship is not Friendship

In this episode I am joined by Anu Nair, ResearchTechnician at the Health Science Research Institute in Sudbury, Ontario. During our discussion we had an amazing conversation about her work in the Life Sciences industry, the impact of coaches during her career and the importance of working with mentors of every age to help make continued strides for women in STEM.Also, let me know your thoughts on our discussion around allyship. Allies are not friends, but those who build one another up whether you are in the room or not! Thank you, Anu, for a fantastic conversation!Find out more about Anu by visiting her LinkedIn profile:Anu Ramchandran Nair,MSc. | LinkedInAnu Nair, Bio:Anu Nair, a dynamic individual with a blend of creativity and analytical acumen, navigates the realms of science and technology with unwavering passion. Her journey began with an insatiable fascination for the wonders of science, propelling her to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Genetics and subsequently a Master’s in Biochemistry. In her academic pursuits, she delved into the intricacies of cellular processes and molecular interactions. Driven to make a tangible difference, Anu embarked on a multifaceted career path that spans diverse industries and roles. Starting as a Biology Faculty, she found fulfillment in nurturing young minds and instilling in them a love for learning and discovery. However, her ambition to explore new horizons led her to further education, culminating in a diploma in Chemical Engineering from Cambrian College in Canada.Equipped with a diverse skill set and an unyielding thirst for knowledge, Anu ventured into the world of chemicalengineering, where she honed her expertise in process control and quality assurance. Her journey unfolded through roles as a Quality Inspector, Technical Lead, and Research Formulation Chemist, contributing to projects spanning construction manufacturing, renewable energy, and biotechnology. In her current role as a Research Technician at the Health Science Research Institute, Anu stands at the forefront of cutting-edge research. Leveraging her expertise in molecular biology and analytical techniques, she meticulously analyzes gut microbiomes and monitors infectious diseases such as COVID and influenza in Northeastern Ontario. Her unwavering dedication to excellence drives her commitment to advancing scientific knowledge for the betterment of society.Beyond her professional endeavors, Anu is an avid advocate for community engagement and empowerment. She volunteers her time as a Project Coordinator at SCWIST and serves as a Outreach Member atLanded for Success. Anu’s impact extends far beyond the laboratory, as she strives to create positive change and inspire others to reach for the stars. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stories Buried in Your Soul

I am thrilled to publish this week's podcast featuring Lisa McGuire. Lisa is a powerhouse in marketing strategy, personal brand positioning and award-winning business storyteller, and the host of Your Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand podcast.Within this episode we discuss the challenges of being an entrepreneur, the strategy she uses to help support them through personal brand positioning and providing the support individuals need to help guide their growth. I can't express enough how much I enjoyed this conversation. Lisa is so engaging, and the gift of the information contained in this episode is immense.Thank you, Lisa, for such a wonderful conversation!! Links below to where you can find more information on Lisa and the work she is providing to others.Website:Home - Lisa McGuire - Business Growth Strategist and Marketing ConsultantLinkedIn:Lisa McGuire, Business Growth Advisor & Marketing Consultant: Overview | LinkedInInstagram:Lisa McGuire, Personal Brand & Business Growth Strategist (@iamlisamcguire) • Instagram photos and videosYouTube:Lisa McGuire - YouTubeYour Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand Podcast:Your Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand | Podcast on Spotify“So Much More” Newsletter - Tips and Insights to help you reinvent your next version of you:Subscribe to "So Much More" Newsletter (thediyframework.com)Lisa's Bio:Lisa McGuire is a marketing strategist, personal brand positioning consultant, award-winning business storyteller, and the host of Your Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand podcast.As a third-generation entrepreneur, she’s an expert brand in her own right. Named by LinkedIn as a “Top Personal Branding Voice” she puts her words into action to build what she calls a personal brand of integrity. She carries this message of passion and purpose in her weekly podcast that currently ranks in the top 10% of the nearly 3 million podcasts globally.Her framework, The Difference Is You TM helps service providers discover and live in alignment with who they are as they grow a business that is designed around them. Thiscustomized journey integrates multiple tools, one of the most impactful is Human Design.She currently resides in Atlanta, GA where she enjoys experiencing all four seasons and spending time with her husband, grown children, two grandsons, and multiple four-footed family members. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Benefits in Unexpected Places

In this episode of Powered by Authenticity, I am joined by Cathy Derksen, Founder of Inspired Tenacity Global Solutions Inc. Within this episode we discuss the work she is doing with mid-life women, upcoming book projects and sharing her thoughts on networking (it's actually her super-power!!). I loved hearing more about how Cathy has pivoted her career three times and has found her passion with the work she is doing through Inspired Tenacity. Thank you, Cathy, for the time and wonderful conversation!! Visit Cathy at the links below!!LinkedIn:Cathy Derksen, Author, Speaker | LinkedInInspired Tenacity:https://inspiredtenacity.comGifts from Inspired Tenacity (great content and opportunity to meet with Cathy!)Gifts from Inspired Tenacity (now.site)Cathy's Bio:Cathy is the founder of her company, Inspired Tenacity Global Solutions Inc. She is a Disruptor and Catalyst dedicated to improving the lives of the women in her community and around the world. Cathy helps women rediscover their brilliance, find their voice, and step into new possibilities in their life.Cathy is an international speaker and 13x #1 bestselling author with stories that inspire the readers to take a leap of faith into reaching for their big goals. She has created a platform supporting women to share their own inspiring stories and wisdom in compilation books including a wide range of themes. In her program, Cathy takes you from chapter concept to published bestselling author in a simple, exciting process. Cathy also creates retreat opportunities around the world for women to gather in person to build community and share their passions. A decade ago, she transformed her career from working in Medical Genetics for 25 years to financial planning so that she could focus on helping women improve their life. After working as a financial planner for over a decade, she left her corporate job and started Inspired Tenacity to focus on helping women create success on their own terms and step into new possibilities. Over the years, Cathy has always followed her passion for learning. She has become accomplished in the publishing industryand has become certified in leadership, counselling, success principles, as well as strategies for overcoming limiting believes and mindset.  She has blended her skills and continued her personal evolution.   Cathy has two children (29 and 30 yrs) and 2 fur-babies. She lives near Vancouver, Canada.Cathy enjoys spending time in nature, traveling, meeting new people, and connecting with her global community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mentors, Sponsors, Allies, and CERN

In this episode, I am joined by Victoria Vojnovich, Global Head of Cloud Services Transformation Office for HCLTech where we talk being a woman in technology and all of the positives, challenges and work that lies ahead of us! Victoria also shares her thoughts on the differences between mentorship and sponsorship and the importance of each for your career. Within, she also discusses the research and thoughts she has on transforming the future of work for women over 50 - and, I can't WAIT to have Victoria back to have a focused conversation on JUST this topic.This was such a great conversation and I know you will leave as informed, energized and ready to tackle gender equity in new ways.Thank you, Victoria, you were an amazing guest, and I can't wait to have you back on the podcast!!P.S - we may have talked a little football, too!!Victoria Vojnovich on LinkedIn:Victoria Vojnovich | LinkedInVictoria's Bio:Victoria Vojnovich is the Global Head of HCLTech’s Cloud Services Transformation Office. She has been with HCLTech since March 2021. Victoria is a veteran of 5 tech companies, IBM,MCI/Verizon, Red Hat, Cisco, and now HCLTech, and has held positions ranging from software developer to business process re-engineering leader, to HR leader to customer experience leader. She holds a Professional Certified Coach designation from the International Coach Federation and has won the distinguished International Prism Award from the ICF for her work leading aninternal leadership coaching program at Verizon. Victoria is passionate about diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) and has led or sponsored Employee Resource Groups at every company she has worked, including being responsible for all 13 ERGs at Verizon, along with global mentoringprograms. She is committed to gender equity in the workplace and has presented at multiple conferences on the topic. Her master’s research was on the Covid-19’s impact on women in the workplace and the foundational flaws of gender equity policies. Her PhD dissertation research is on re-imagining the future of work for women over 50. Victoria holds B.S. degrees in Mathematics and Computer Science from Pennsylvania State University, an M.A.L.S. degree in Women’s and Gender Studies from North Carolina State University and is currently pursuing a PhD in Adult and Lifelong Learning from North Carolina State University. She thrives on helping people to identify their talents and passions and apply them to their fullest impact. Victoria is also co-authoring two anthologies: one about women in leadership in STEM and the other about women leaders impacting their communities.Born and raised in Philadelphia, Victoria is an avid sports fan, especially in the fall and winter where she bleeds Penn State University Blue on Saturdays and Philadelphia Eagles Green on Sundays! She is always ready for an American football conversation (even with Dallas fans). Victoria has been in Cary, NC since graduating from Penn State and lives with her husband, Ted, Storage CTO for Lenovo. She has three adult children who are the pride and joy of her life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Find Your Calendar Bliss

I was so honored to be joined by Mindy Maggio and Heather May Roberts on my most recent episode of Powered by Authenticity!! Mindy and Heather are Co-founders of The Creator CoLab for Women...this is such a beautiful place for likeminded, spirited and growth-oriented women who are moving forward together, resulting in more impact and income, without sacrificing our well-being.The words of advice around finding your calendar bliss will help to transform the way you think about approaching your day! I also want to thank Heather and Mindy for the coaching advice they gave me after our show! I wish I would've recorded this time because I could've shared first-hand how amazing they are at providing feedback. Thank you ...I will take to heart to continue to know my value and to not apologize for putting myself out there.Such a great conversation and I can't wait for you to listen!!Links to where you can find more about Mindy, Heather and The Creator CoLab:The Creator CoLab:https://www.creator-colab.com/Mindy Maggio:http://mindymaggio.com/Heather May Roberts:https://heathermayroberts.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fail Forward

What an honor to have Jacob Brown join Powered by Authenticity as our first guest in 2024. Within this episode we discuss kicking off 2024 with goal setting and letting go of those things that do not serve us to carry over into the new year.I absolutely loved Jacob's perspective of reminding ourselves of not just the 'why' we have set goals, but who and how will you be impacted when you do. A very interesting new way to think about your 2024 vision board development!! Thank you, Jacob, this was an amazing conversation and I look forward to continuing our discussion. And CONGRATULATIONS on the launch of your new Podcast.Below are links where you can find out more about Jacob:LinkedIn: Jacob Brown | LinkedInWebsite:Jacob Brown | #1 Transformational Speaker | Conference Keynote Speaker | Speaking Coach & Mentor | #FailForward (failforwardbrown.com)Podcast:Just Start (Episode 1) - Jacob Brown Podcast (youtube.com) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Starting Fresh

Kicking off 2024 with a fresh start and fresh perspective! Let's launch a great year ahead with setting intentional goals and achievements.I can't wait for you to hear from some amazing guests we have lined up for you!! Such great conversations for all of us to learn from.Happy New Year from Powered by Authenticity!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thank You For A Great 2023

I wanted to thank every single person who has taken the time to listen to my podcast in 2023. This took a bit of a leap and I appreciate every guest, every listener and every moment we've shared.Happy New Year and we look forward to an exciting 2024.A very special word of thanks to Producer Ken - thank YOU for being with me on each of these episodes and for your support. So very grateful to you!!FYI - this episode's cover art is producer Ken and I at the Buffalo Bills 5k. Go Bills! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Press Pause

In this episode I'm joined by Claire Skillen, CEO of Ceascape Solutions Inc. where we discuss the importance of pressing pause, creating your hit list vs. your s-list to remind yourself of the things you enjoy and where you want to focus your time and shifting your perspective.Thank you, Claire, for such an inspiring, wonderful discussion! I can't wait for us to continue this conversation.Links to where you can find Claire:Claire Skillen | LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Building Your Own Board of Advisors

In this episode of Powered by Authenticity, Kate Lewis joins me, and we discuss all things networking!! One of the biggest things that really struck me was Kate's perspective on building your own personal board of advisors...and, not those that always agree with you, but those that challenge you!! I enjoyed this conversation greatly and I hope you do as well. Thank you, Kate and ...Go Bills!Below are links where you can find more information on Kate:Kate Lewis | LinkedInRecruitHERS Academy ApplicationHome - Intelligence Catalyst (leadtheflow.com)Homepage | Fractional TalentConsulting | Connections Consulting PartnersKate Lewis's dot.Profile Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.