Women & The Businesses They Own w/ Shari K. Hooper

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Behind every thriving business is a woman with a story. One of courage, conviction, and creativity. Women & The Businesses They Own is where seasoned wealth advisor Shari K. Hooper sits down with women entrepreneurs who are building businesses that reflect their values, vision, and voice. With nearly 35 years in the financial industry, Shari brings her expertise in wealth management and her passion for empowering women to every conversation. Each episode uncovers how these women turned challenges into opportunities, purpose into profit, and values into impact. Whether you’re a business owner, aspiring entrepreneur, or simply seeking inspiration from women redefining success on their own terms, this show will leave you encouraged, informed, and ready to take your next bold step.

  1. 3d ago

    Episode 31: Your Voice, Lost it? Find it Again with Katie Wysocki

    Send us Fan Mail View Podcast Disclosures here: http://bit.ly/4jWGPF4 Your Voice, Lost It? Find It Again with Katie Wysocki One conversation can change the way you think about yourself. In this episode of Women & the Businesses They Own, host Shari Hooper welcomes licensed counselor and entrepreneur Katie Wysocki, founder of State of Mind Counseling, for a meaningful conversation about confidence, communication, emotional wellness, and finding your authentic voice. Together they explore healthy boundaries, overcoming people-pleasing, developing stronger relationships, embracing vulnerability, and why every person deserves to feel heard. Whether you're a business owner, leader, parent, or someone navigating life's challenges, Katie offers practical tools and encouragement to help you communicate with confidence and build healthier relationships. Because sometimes the most important voice you'll ever hear... ...is your own. If you're searching for podcasts about women entrepreneurs, confidence, leadership, communication skills, emotional wellness, or healthy boundaries, this episode is for you.  *You can reach Katie Wysocki using her email at hello@stateofmindgr.com or her website at stateofmindgr.com* This podcast is presented by Summit Wealth Partners, LLC, a registered investment adviser that only conducts business in jurisdictions where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements. Registration as an investment adviser is not an endorsement of the firm by securities regulators and does not mean that the adviser has achieved a specific level of skill or ability. The firm is not engaged in the practice of law or accounting.

  2. Jul 8

    Episode 30: Catherine Brown - Where Curiosity Leads, Wisdom Follows

    Send us Fan Mail Some women collect stories. Some collect wisdom. Catherine Brown seems to have done both. Before becoming a shamanic practitioner, Catherine lived a life full of movement, adventure, and courage. She was a travel writer, writing for magazines and books while exploring places around the world. She raised her three children on a small farm in the mountains of Patagonia, Argentina. And today, she brings that same grounded, curious, joy-filled spirit into her work with shamanic healing, Akashic Records readings, family constellations, workshops, coaching, and one-on-one sessions. In this episode, Catherine shares a story that is rich with adventure, belief, motherhood, grandmotherhood, healing, and the courage to keep following where life leads. She is joyful. She is grounded. She is wise. And her story reminds us that purpose often unfolds through curiosity, courage, and trust. She came. She spoke. She inspired. Disclosure: http://bit.ly/4jWGPF4 Catherine can be reached on Instagram at spirit.e.d or her email at cathybrown2100@gmail.com This podcast is presented by Summit Wealth Partners, LLC, a registered investment adviser that only conducts business in jurisdictions where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements. Registration as an investment adviser is not an endorsement of the firm by securities regulators and does not mean that the adviser has achieved a specific level of skill or ability. The firm is not engaged in the practice of law or accounting.

  3. Jun 22

    Episode 29: Kristen Nitz - Hope, Connection & The Courage to Walk Beside Others

    Send us Fan Mail View Podcast Disclosures here: http://bit.ly/4jWGPF4 What happens when personal pain becomes a mission to help others? In this episode of Women & the Businesses They Own, Shari sits down with Kristen Nitz, Co-Founder of The Salus Collective, an organization dedicated to providing connection, resources, education, and hope to those experiencing or supporting someone through a mental health crisis. Kristen shares the deeply personal journey that led her to this work and the powerful lessons she has learned about resilience, community, compassion, and the importance of never walking alone. Together, they discuss: • The story behind The Salus Collective • Supporting loved ones through mental health challenges • Breaking down stigma surrounding mental illness • The power of connection and community • Finding hope during difficult seasons • Why asking for help is a sign of strength One of the most meaningful moments of the conversation centers around a simple but profound question: "What does hope look like when someone feels like there is none?" Kristen's answer reminds us that hope often begins with connection, compassion, and knowing someone is willing to walk beside us. To learn more about The Salus Collective, visit: www.thesaluscollective.com If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review. Your support helps us continue highlighting remarkable women making a difference in our communities. Here's what we are meant to take with us today: Mental health challenges may touch one person, but they affect entire families, friendships, and communities. Hope doesn't always arrive as a solution. Sometimes hope arrives as a conversation. Sometimes it arrives as a resource. Sometimes it arrives as a person willing to sit beside us and remind us that we're not alone. She came. She spoke. She inspired. This podcast is presented by Summit Wealth Partners, LLC, a registered investment adviser that only conducts business in jurisdictions where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements. Registration as an investment adviser is not an endorsement of the firm by securities regulators and does not mean that the adviser has achieved a specific level of skill or ability. The firm is not engaged in the practice of law or accounting.

  4. Jun 8

    Episode 28 | Stephanie McNamara: Style, Confidence & Becoming More of Who You Were Meant to Be

    Send us Fan Mail View Podcast Disclosures here: http://bit.ly/4jWGPF4 What if getting dressed each morning was about more than clothing? In this episode of Women & the Businesses They Own, Shari sits down with personal stylist, wardrobe expert, and image consultant Stephanie McNamara to explore the powerful connection between style, confidence, and authenticity. With more than 30 years of experience helping women discover their personal style, Stephanie shares how the way we present ourselves can influence not only how others see us, but how we see ourselves. Together, they discuss: • Finding your authentic style • The confidence that comes from dressing for yourself first • Building a wardrobe that supports your goals and lifestyle • Closet edits and wardrobe strategy • Why smart women use all of their resources • How style can help you become more of who you were meant to be One of the most powerful moments of the conversation centers around a simple but profound question: How do women become more of who they were meant to be? Stephanie's thoughtful insights remind us that confidence isn't about trends or labels—it's about alignment, authenticity, and showing up as the best version of ourselves. To learn more about Stephanie and her services, visit: www.stephaniemcnamara.net If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review. Your support helps us continue highlighting remarkable women and the businesses they own. Here's what we are meant to take with us today: Our wardrobe is often the first story we tell before we ever speak a word. When we dress in a way that reflects who we truly are, confidence follows naturally. Style isn't about becoming someone else—it's about becoming more fully yourself. In addition, I love that Stephanie shared her joy of mentoring and how much she learns coming alongside of them. She came. She spoke. She inspired. This podcast is presented by Summit Wealth Partners, LLC, a registered investment adviser that only conducts business in jurisdictions where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements. Registration as an investment adviser is not an endorsement of the firm by securities regulators and does not mean that the adviser has achieved a specific level of skill or ability. The firm is not engaged in the practice of law or accounting.

  5. May 27

    Episode 27: Energy, Alignment & Following Your Calling with Courtney Yarch

    Send us Fan Mail View Podcast Disclosures here: http://bit.ly/4jWGPF4 Episode 27: Energy, Alignment & Following Your Calling with Courtney Yarch In this episode of Women and the Businesses They Own, I sat down with Courtney Yarch of Harmonic Egg & Wellness GR for one of the most unique and uplifting conversations we’ve had on the podcast so far. We talked about frequencies, light, sound, energy, intuition, healing, and the incredible experience people describe after spending time inside the Harmonic Egg. What resonated with me most was Courtney’s passion and the way everything seemed to align so naturally for her. After experiencing the Harmonic Egg herself, she opened her business just a few short months later. Her excitement, joy, and belief in helping others were truly contagious throughout our conversation. We also talked about growth, mindset, declarations, and how important it is to not only tell yourself what you want — but to ask your mind and spirit to begin looking for it too. Whether you are deeply familiar with wellness practices or simply curious to learn more, this episode is one that encourages openness, reflection, and possibility. ✨ Courtney is also offering listeners $25 off a Harmonic Egg session using code SHARI. Thank you, Courtney, for sharing your heart and your story with us. She came. She spoke. She inspired. Harmonic Egg & Wellness GR Website: HarmonicEggGR.com Find me on IG, FB, TT @HarmonicEggGR LinkedIn (my personal name, Courtney Yarch)  924 Cherry St SE, Suite B, Grand Rapids, MI 49506 616 970 9186 This podcast is presented by Summit Wealth Partners, LLC, a registered investment adviser that only conducts business in jurisdictions where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements. Registration as an investment adviser is not an endorsement of the firm by securities regulators and does not mean that the adviser has achieved a specific level of skill or ability. The firm is not engaged in the practice of law or accounting.

  6. May 18

    Episode 26: Commitment Over Motivation — Lessons from Lori LaClair

    Send us Fan Mail View Podcast Disclosures here: http://bit.ly/4jWGPF4 One year later… and what a meaningful conversation this became. In this special anniversary episode of Women and the Businesses They Own, I welcomed back my very first guest, Lori LaClair of Natural Northern Foods. Over the last year, Lori has continued growing her business, expanding her products, navigating challenges, and remaining deeply grounded in gratitude through it all. One of the most powerful moments from our conversation came when Lori shared that success is not built on motivation alone—it’s built on commitment. Commitment to continue showing up, learning, adjusting, and believing in what you’re building even during difficult seasons. This episode is a beautiful reminder that growth often happens quietly, steadily, and faithfully over time. Here’s what we are meant to take with us today: Gratitude keeps us grounded, but commitment keeps us moving forward. Thank you, Lori, for coming back and sharing your story again. She came. She spoke. She inspired. This podcast is presented by Summit Wealth Partners, LLC, a registered investment adviser that only conducts business in jurisdictions where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements. Registration as an investment adviser is not an endorsement of the firm by securities regulators and does not mean that the adviser has achieved a specific level of skill or ability. The firm is not engaged in the practice of law or accounting.

  7. Apr 29

    Two Chefs in the Kitchen - Shari K Hooper Tells You What She Means

    Send us Fan Mail View Podcast Disclosures here: http://bit.ly/4jWGPF4 Episode 25 is a little different—and very special. For the first time, I stepped into the guest seat for Women and the Businesses They Own, with April Wells graciously taking over as host. What unfolded was not just a conversation about business, but a reflection on purpose, calling, and the heart behind the work I feel so blessed to do each day. We talked about: • The journey into financial advising and what shaped my path • The deeper “why” behind serving others through planning • Balancing business, faith, and personal growth • What it really means to walk alongside clients through life’s transitions • And the moments that have challenged and strengthened me along the way This episode is more personal than most—and I hope it gives you a deeper look into the heart behind the work. Here’s what we are meant to take with us today: Sometimes, the most meaningful growth happens when we pause, reflect, and allow ourselves to be seen—not just for what we do, but for who we are. Thank you for being part of this journey with me. I came. I spoke. I inspired.  And somewhere in the middle of it all… I was reminded why I started.  This podcast is presented by Summit Wealth Partners, LLC, a registered investment adviser that only conducts business in jurisdictions where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements. Registration as an investment adviser is not an endorsement of the firm by securities regulators and does not mean that the adviser has achieved a specific level of skill or ability. The firm is not engaged in the practice of law or accounting.

  8. Apr 14

    Success, It's Not What You Think: Family & Purpose with Patty Riva

    Send us Fan Mail View Podcast Disclosures here: http://bit.ly/4jWGPF4 What does success really look like—over time? In this episode of Women & the Businesses They Own, I sit down with Patty Riva, owner of Riva Marketing and Events, to talk about a life built not just on career success, but on faith, family, and intention. With over 25 years of experience in marketing, communications, and helping organizations grow, Patty shares how her journey has evolved—and how her definition of success has changed along the way. This conversation is especially meaningful for women in the early stages of their careers, navigating the balance between ambition, family, and what truly matters most. *In this episode, we discuss:  What drew Patty into marketing and communications  The power of storytelling in business and life  How faith shapes decision-making and relationships  Lessons from over 40 years of marriage  How success evolves through different seasons of life *Here’s what we are meant to take with us today: Success isn’t just what we build—it’s what we nurture. The relationships we invest in, the faith we lean on, and the love we give are what truly define a life well lived. This podcast is presented by Summit Wealth Partners, LLC, a registered investment adviser that only conducts business in jurisdictions where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements. Registration as an investment adviser is not an endorsement of the firm by securities regulators and does not mean that the adviser has achieved a specific level of skill or ability. The firm is not engaged in the practice of law or accounting.

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Behind every thriving business is a woman with a story. One of courage, conviction, and creativity. Women & The Businesses They Own is where seasoned wealth advisor Shari K. Hooper sits down with women entrepreneurs who are building businesses that reflect their values, vision, and voice. With nearly 35 years in the financial industry, Shari brings her expertise in wealth management and her passion for empowering women to every conversation. Each episode uncovers how these women turned challenges into opportunities, purpose into profit, and values into impact. Whether you’re a business owner, aspiring entrepreneur, or simply seeking inspiration from women redefining success on their own terms, this show will leave you encouraged, informed, and ready to take your next bold step.

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