Women of Inspiration™ Podcast

Monica Kretschmer
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Welcome to the Women of Inspiration Podcast, hosted by Monica Kretschmer, Founder and CEO, Universal Womens Network™, Women of Inspiration™ Awards and SupportHER. Listen as we speak with founders, CEO's, influential leaders in entertainment, media, business, art, sport and more! Listen to stories that are real, raw, and authentic. Learn from women who have pushed through challenges, overcome barriers and ignore the naysayers. Visit: https://universalwomensnetwork.com/ Subscribe to Listen Weekly

  1. FEB 12

    Women of Inspiration™ Podcast - EP152 - Caroline Bergeron

    The Women of Inspiration™ Podcast with host Monica Kretschmer, Founder & CEO of the Universal Womens Network™, shines the spotlight on inspiring female CEOs, executives, entrepreneurs, change-makers, and visionaries making an impact locally, nationally, and globally who lead, inspire and motivate. Today’s episode is one of courage, creativity, and choosing yourself. Our guest is Caroline Bergeron, internationally known as ARO—an abstract artist, author, speaker, and Founder & CEO of Aro Artiste. After a successful career in business and hospitality, Caroline made a fearless pivot in 2017 to follow her true calling: art. What followed was an extraordinary rise—international exhibitions from New York to Paris, including the Carrousel du Louvre, and the honor of creating a piece for Michelle Obama. But this story isn’t just about artistic success. It’s about a woman who faced profound loss, burnout, and a defining moment where she had to choose life—and chose to rebuild through self-love, authenticity, and creative expression. Recognized as a 2025 Women of Inspiration™ Art and Entertainment Award recipient, Caroline uses her voice, her art, and her truth to remind others that it’s never too late to rise, to heal, and to become who you were always meant to be. Caroline—welcome to the Women of Inspiration™ Podcast. Get ready to be inspired Learn More & Connect 🌐 universalwomensnetwork.com 📸 IG:@UWomensNetwork | @WomenofInspirationAwards 🎙Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all platforms 📺 Subscribe for moreinspiring interviews Women of Inspiration™ is a registered trademark in the USA and Canada.

    56 min

  2. FEB 12

    Women of Inspiration™ Podcast - EP151 - Abby Wallach

    The Women of Inspiration™ Podcast with host Monica Kretschmer, Founder & CEO of the Universal Womens Network™, shines the spotlight on inspiring female CEOs, executives, entrepreneurs, change-makers, and visionaries making an impact locally, nationally, and globally who lead, inspire and motivate. This episode, we speak with Abby Wallach—a celebrated media and beauty entrepreneur, storyteller, and pioneer at the intersection of innovation, culture, and self-expression. Abby is the CEO and Co-Founder of The House of Scentinvent, Today’s conversation began the way some of the best ones do—unexpectedly. We met at Rockefeller Center, in the middle of New York City, as two masters of their craft were recording a podcast nearby. A moment of proximity, creativity, and alignment—and the perfect setting to meet a woman who has spent her career shaping culture ahead of the curve. Where she is redefining modern fragrance through skin-first, travel-ready formats that merge scent, beauty, and wellness. Her innovations are shaping how fragrance is worn, experienced, and felt. Before transforming the world of beauty, Abby helped pioneer the content-commerce movement—launching one of YouTube’s first original beauty and fashion partners, creating television and digital series, and producing stories about ambition, reinvention, and building something of your own. At the heart of Abby’s work is a deep belief in intuition, creativity, and the quiet authority women already hold. Today, she’s driven to help women trust themselves, define who they are on their own terms, and build lives and businesses that reflect that truth. Abby, welcome to the Women of Inspiration™ Podcast. We’re so glad you’re here. Learn More & Connect 🌐 universalwomensnetwork.com 📸 IG:@UWomensNetwork | @WomenofInspirationAwards 🎙Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all platforms 📺 Subscribe for moreinspiring interviews Women of Inspiration™ is a registered trademark in the USA and Canada.

    54 min

  3. JAN 23

    Women of Inspiration™ Podcast - EP150 - Kelly Cooper

    The Women of Inspiration™ Podcast with host Monica Kretschmer, Founder & CEO of the Universal Womens Network™, shines the spotlight on inspiring female CEOs, executives, entrepreneurs, change-makers, and visionaries making an impact locally, nationally, and globally who lead, inspire and motivate. This episode, we speak with Kelly Cooper – President and Founder, Centre for Social Intelligence Inc., two time author, and Women of Inspiration™ Vision Builder Awardee. Kelly Cooper is the Founder and President of the Centre forSocial Intelligence (CSI), where she helps leaders create a competitiveadvantage by connecting social values to business results—unlocking human performance to transform culture, retain talent, and lead responsibly. Her work focuses on addressing systemic barriers in traditionally male-dominated industries, using research, training, and policy integration to shift workplace culture toward inclusion and respect. Kelly is a two-time author: Lead the Change – The Competitive Advantage of Gender Diversity and Inclusion and The Emboldened Warrior –Spearheading Social Intelligence in the Workplace. Both empower leaders to understand the value of diverse perspectives and develop skills for tomorrow’s workplace. Her recent book The Emboldened Warrior - Spearheading Social Intelligence in the Workplace"  launches in the spring 2026. It provides: practical ways to use social intelligence to confront toxic leadership and unhealthy workplace cultures; solutions to systemic barriers that undermine ethical, responsible leadership; and real stories from the front lines on hidden power dynamics that obstruct culture change Get ready to be inspired! Connect with Kelly | Order Books:Centreforsocialintelligence.ca | LI: kelly-cooper 💡   Learn More & Connect 🌐 universalwomensnetwork.com 📸 IG:@UWomensNetwork | @WomenofInspirationAwards 🎙Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all platforms 📺 Subscribe for moreinspiring interviews Women of Inspiration™ is a registered trademark in the USA and Canada.

    56 min

  4. JAN 23

    Women of Inspiration™ Podcast - EP153 - Danette Durzlagg-Haag

    The Women of Inspiration™ Podcast with host Monica Kretschmer, Founder & CEO of the Universal Womens Network™, shines the spotlight on inspiring female CEOs, executives, entrepreneurs, change-makers, and visionaries making an impact locally, nationally, and globally who lead, inspire and motivate. This episode, we speak with, Danette Burzlaff-Haag— our 2025 Women of Inspiration™ Advocate and Catalyst for Change Awardee, speaker and award-winning author, Beauty from Ashes, mindset coach, co-founder of Hero Haven, and Mrs. Colorado 2021. She is also the first severely scarred woman to win a state beauty pageant title in the U.S. But before the awards, the stages, and the crown, Danette was aten-year-old girl whose life changed in an instant — when a single sparktriggered an explosion that left her with life-altering injuries and scars that shaped her childhood, her identity, and her resilience. Her journey is one of unimaginable pain, relentless courage, and abreathtaking transformation from surviving trauma to leading others toward healing. Through her book, Beauty from Ashes, and her work with Hero Haven, Danette now helps first responders and thousands of others reclaim power, hope, and purpose — proving that scars, seen or unseen, can rise into strength and light. Get ready to be inspired! Learn More: ⁠⁠⁠⁠beautyfromashesspeaker.com Learn More & Connect 🌐 universalwomensnetwork.com 📸 IG:@UWomensNetwork | @WomenofInspirationAwards 🎙 Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all platforms 📺 Subscribe for more inspiring interviews Women of Inspiration™ is a registered trademark in the USA and Canada

    54 min

  5. JAN 23

    Women of Inspiration™ Podcast - EP152 - Jasmine Daya

    The Women of Inspiration™ Podcast with host Monica Kretschmer, Founder & CEO of the Universal Womens Network™, shines the spotlight on inspiring female CEOs, executives, entrepreneurs, change-makers, and visionaries making an impact locally, nationally, and globally who lead, inspire and motivate. This episode, we speak with, Jasmine Daya — our 2025 Women of Inspiration™ Women-Led Award recipient. Jasmine is a trailblazing litigation lawyer, entrepreneur, real estate investor, author, speaker, podcast host — and mother of three. She is the Managing Principal of Jasmine Daya & Co., recently completed the California Bar Exam, and is now joining Geraci LLP as Chief Operating Officer, expanding her legal footprint across North America. Beyond the courtroom, Jasmine is the author of Law Girl’s Bump in the Road and JD in the Kitchen, host of the Law Girl Podcast, and the only sole female owner of three nightlife venues in downtown Toronto— proving that women can lead, build wealth, and shape culture on their own terms. Jasmine didn’t wait for the door to open — she build her own damn door. Get ready to be inspired! Learn More: ⁠jdlawyers.ca⁠ Learn More & Connect 🌐 universalwomensnetwork.com 📸 IG:@UWomensNetwork | @WomenofInspirationAwards 🎙 Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all platforms 📺 Subscribe for more inspiring interviews Women of Inspiration™ is a registered trademark in the USA and Canada

    1h 3m

  6. JAN 23

    Women of Inspiration™ Podcast - EP151 - Krystal Stoutenberg

    The Women of Inspiration™ Podcast with host Monica Kretschmer, Founder & CEO of the Universal Womens Network™, shines the spotlight on inspiring female CEOs, executives, entrepreneurs, change-makers, and visionaries making an impact locally, nationally, and globally who lead, inspire and motivate. This episode, we speak with Krystal Stoutenberg — CPA, Founder and Owner of Stoutenberg & Company Chartered Professional Accountants, and our 2025 Women of Inspiration™ Women in Finance Awardee. Krystal’s journey is one of determination, courage, and values-driven leadership. Raised in rural Alberta, she began her career at the front desk of an accounting firm and worked her way through the CA program while building a family — including writing the UFE on maternity leave, studying during nap times, and passing the exam while caring for a newborn. At 30, Krystal took a bold leap and opened her own firm, wearing every hat while raising two young boys. She later acquired a second practice just as the world entered a global pandemic — navigating growth, leadership, and motherhood all at once. Today, Krystal leads a thriving, multi-location firm known for its people-first culture, mentorship, and integrity. She’s building more than a business — she’s building a legacy grounded in courage, compassion, and the belief that ambition and empathy can rise together. Get ready to be inspired! Learn More: stoutenberg.ca Learn More & Connect 🌐 universalwomensnetwork.com 📸 IG:@UWomensNetwork | @WomenofInspirationAwards 🎙 Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all platforms 📺 Subscribe for more inspiring interviews Women of Inspiration™ is a registered trademark in the USA and Canada

    46 min

  7. JAN 23

    Women of Inspiration™ Podcast - EP149 - Trina Kennedy

    The Women of Inspiration™ Podcast with host Monica Kretschmer, Founder & CEO of the Universal Womens Network™, shines the spotlight on inspiring female CEOs, executives, entrepreneurs, change-makers, and visionaries making an impact locally, nationally, andglobally who lead, inspire and motivate. This episode we speak with Trina Kennedy, R\SW, BAHSA, Founder and CEO of RPA Consulting, award-winning author (Trauma to Triumph) , speaker, trainer, and a 2025 Women of Inspiration™ Inspire Award recipient. With more than 30 years in human services, Trina’s journey embodies profound transformation—from silence to strength, from perfectionism to purpose, and from trauma to triumph. Through her bestselling books From Trauma to Triumph and What Lies Between, she empowers women to break cycles, reclaim their voice, and rise with clarity, courage, and authentic confidence. Trina is a leader who uses healing as a catalyst for empowerment, proving that transformation begins when we speak our truth. Get ready to be inspired! Connect with Trina: https://trinaleekennedy.ca | IG: @trinalkennedy | FB| LI: TrinaLeeKennedy   Learn More & Connect 🌐 universalwomensnetwork.com 📸 IG:@UWomensNetwork | @WomenofInspirationAwards 🎙 Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all platforms 📺 Subscribe for more inspiring interviews Women of Inspiration™ is a registered trademarkin the USA and Canada

    56 min

  8. JAN 23

    Women of Inspiration™ Podcast - EP148 - Lavanya Hariharan

    The Women of Inspiration™ Podcast with host Monica Kretschmer, Founder & CEO of the Universal Womens Network™, shines the spotlight on inspiring female CEOs, executives, entrepreneurs,change-makers, and visionaries making an impact locally, nationally, and globally who lead, inspire and motivate. Our guest this episode is Lavanya Hariharan, known to many as Lavi— the Regional Manger, US Operations, Enbridge, a 2022 Women of Inspiration™ Authentic Leader Award recipient, and a 2025 Women of Inspiration™ SupportHER Award honouree. Lavanya is a rockstar leader in every sense of the word. With more than fifteen years of experience across engineering, operations, safety, and renewable energy, she leads large, complex teams in a traditionally male-dominated industry — with clarity, courage, and heart. Known for leading by example, Lavi is a trusted mentor, a champion of peers, and a fierce advocate for both women and men. Her leadership philosophy is rooted in authenticity, humility, and trust — proving that titles don’t create leaders, people do. Get ready to be inspired! Connect with Lavanya on LinkedIn. Learn More & Connect 🌐 universalwomensnetwork.com 📸 IG:@UWomensNetwork | @WomenofInspirationAwards 🎙 Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all platforms 📺 Subscribe for more inspiring interviews Women of Inspiration™ is a registered trademarkin the USA and Canada

    43 min
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Welcome to the Women of Inspiration Podcast, hosted by Monica Kretschmer, Founder and CEO, Universal Womens Network™, Women of Inspiration™ Awards and SupportHER. Listen as we speak with founders, CEO's, influential leaders in entertainment, media, business, art, sport and more! Listen to stories that are real, raw, and authentic. Learn from women who have pushed through challenges, overcome barriers and ignore the naysayers. Visit: https://universalwomensnetwork.com/ Subscribe to Listen Weekly

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