Women's Million Dollar Conversations

Alice Tang

Think becoming a millionaire is reserved for the Forbes 400 or the lucky few? Think again. Despite the headlines, less than 10% of the U.S. population has reached a million-dollar net worth—and for women and BIPOC communities, the gap is even wider. But Alice Tang discovered that the biggest barrier isn't just access; it's visibility. We can't become what we can't see. Women's Million Dollar Conversations is here to change the narrative. We're moving past the "limelight" elite to shine a light on the millionaires next door: the entrepreneurs, the diligent savers, and the community pillars who have quietly built extraordinary wealth. Join host Alice Tang as she sits down with powerhouse women who have earned, saved, or sold their way to the million-dollar mark. In each episode, we strip away the mystery to reveal: • The Mindset: How to break through the beliefs holding you back. • The Strategy: Real-world tips on building, keeping, and growing your wealth. • The Journey: Honest stories of resilience, roadblocks, and triumphs. When women succeed, communities thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or are well on your way, it's time to expand your vision and claim your seat at the table. Ready to redefine what's possible? Let's start the conversation.

  1. 4d ago

    Bad News Should Travel Fast: How to Build Radical Trust in Leadership

    In this episode of Women's Million Dollar Conversations, Alice Tang sits down with Bree Katulak—President and CFO of RenoSys, host of the Unstoppable You podcast, and veteran executive leader. Drawing from more than two decades in corporate finance, Bree breaks down the essential shifts required to scale multi-million-dollar organizations while creating a life that feels as authentic and grounded on the inside as it looks on paper. From early childhood money lessons to executive boardrooms, Bree and Alice explore what it really takes to transition from peer to leader, command respect without sacrificing warmth, and view financial data not just as numbers, but as human stories. Key Takeaways: Unlearning the Debt Taboo: How Bree shifted from the traditional mindset of "all debt is bad" to treating low-cost capital as an engine for long-term strategic investments—and why financial confidence requires trusting your own lived experience. The "Velvet Hammer" Leadership Model: How high-achieving women can overcome the exhausting double-edged sword of warmth versus decisiveness. Bree shares her exact playbook for delivering tough, data-backed decisions with absolute grace. Psychological Safety as a Growth Engine: Why bad news should always travel faster than good news, and how building an environment free of retaliation transformed Polygon's employee retention rates over a four-year turnaround. Dismantling the "Indispensability" Trap: The subtle, toxic habit of hoarding responsibilities for job security, and how documenting processes, cross-training, and building backups actually accelerates your own promotion. The Executive Network Audit: Applying the rigor of a corporate talent review to your personal circle. Learn the telltale red flags of draining relationships and the power of alignment in core values. Redefining True Wealth as Radical Presence: Why a spreadsheet is just a report card, and why the ultimate currency in a hyper-distracted world is the ability to be completely "where your feet are"—whether commanding a boardroom or unplugging at home with your children. Your network is your prosperity. 💼✨ Ready to scale your practice and build a lasting legacy? Head to askalicetang.com for more strategies from top female leaders in finance and business.

    Bad News Should Travel Fast: How to Build Radical Trust in Leadership
  2. Sep 16

    Fact vs. Feeling: Leaving Corporate to Build a Legacy with Kari Ellis

    In this empowering episode of Women's Million Dollar Conversations, host Alice Tang sits down with Kari Ellis—founder and CEO of Waypoint Consulting Partners—to unpack how she left the perceived safety of corporate America to build a thriving, legacy-driven consulting firm. Episode Overview Kari shares her exact playbook for helping seasoned financial advisors navigate major career transitions and practice shifts. From grinding through 300 cold calls a day on an outdated laptop to building a high-value, relationship-driven firm, Kari details the mindsets, operational pivots, and boundaries required to scale a enterprise on your own terms. Key Takeaways Fact vs. Feeling: Defeat imposter syndrome and fears like public speaking by separating emotional noise from reality ("Is this an actual fact, or just a temporary feeling?"). The "Go-Giver" Mindset: Distinguish yourself from average producers by building deep professional networks and strategic centers of influence early in your career. Buying Back Time: Scale effectively by outsourcing non-core business functions—like social media and content creation—to buy back time for high-value strategic execution. Non-Negotiable Boundaries: Protect your energy and longevity by establishing hard boundaries around family life and team well-being. Paying it Forward: True legacy lies in lifting up the next generation, actively mentoring up-and-coming women, and advocating for bold risk-taking in financial services. Featured Guest Kari Ellis is the Founder and CEO of Waypoint Consulting Partners, where she specializes in helping experienced financial advisors navigate career pivots, evaluate distribution channels, and transition books of business. She is a passionate industry leader and past national board member for Women in Insurance and Financial Services (WIFS). Your network is your prosperity. 💼✨ Ready to scale your practice and build a lasting legacy? Head to askalicetang.com for more strategies from top female leaders in finance and business.

    Fact vs. Feeling: Leaving Corporate to Build a Legacy with Kari Ellis
  3. Aug 5

    Endurance, calculated risk, and mastering your numbers.-With Cara Turano

    Welcome back to Women's Million Dollar Conversation with your host, Alice Tang! In this episode, Alice sits down with Cara Turano—Portland community leader, CEO of the Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN), Angel investor, 2025 Portland Business Journal Woman of Influence, and a 34-time marathon finisher (including 11 Boston Marathons!). Cara breaks down how she single-handedly rallied her team to turn OEN from a $250,000 budget deficit into a thriving $1M+ revenue powerhouse. Alice and Cara explore the critical difference between personal finance and business finance, how to unlearn the taboo around discussing debt, smart real estate wealth moves, and how to spot the difference between a calculated risk and a reckless gamble in the startup world. Whether you're scaling your first business, navigating real estate investments, or learning how to leverage capital to buy back your time and peace of mind, this conversation is packed with actionable wisdom you can apply today. If today's conversation with Cara Turano inspired you to take control of your numbers and dream bigger, don't let the conversation stop here! Head over to Instagram and follow me @askalicewmdc I'm sharing quick reels , behind-the-scenes clips, and strategies to help you reach your first—or next—million. Drop a comment on our latest post and tell me: What's one belief about money you're ready to unlearn? See you over on Instagram! 🚀 Learn More About OEN: Oregon Entrepreneurs Network 🏫 Find Your Local SBDC: Small Business Development Center Network Connect with Cara: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caraturano  Connect with Alice: Visit Alice Tang's Website: www.askalicetang.com Instagram: askalicewmdc Subscribe to Women's Million Dollar Conversation: WMDC YouTube Playlist

    Endurance, calculated risk, and mastering your numbers.-With Cara Turano
  4. Jun 17

    Time is the Ultimate Currency with Laura Salerno Owens

    In this episode of Women's Million Dollar Conversations, trial attorney and Markowitz Herbold President Laura Salerno Owens reflects on her journey since her first appearance on the show during the pandemic. Laura shares her "unlock" moment: transitioning from a mindset of constant accumulation to valuing Time Wealth—the autonomy to control the who, what, and when of her life. She opens up about overcoming a childhood scarcity mindset, the importance of celebrating big wins (like hitting her first million-dollar revenue goal and taking her team to Vegas), and how she is teaching her children the value of "saving for the yes." Key Takeaways: The Three-Legged Stool: A stable life requires balance between Family, Work, and Community. Work-Life Integration: Moving away from the myth of "balance" toward a life where personal and professional circles blend and support each other. The Zone of Genius: Reaching a point in your career where success isn't just about money, but about flow and intentionality. Legacy through Space: Building communities and "getting out of the way" to let the collective alchemy of women happen. Connect with Alice Tang: Website: www.askalicetang.com LinkedIn: Linkedinlinkedin.com/in/askalicetang Instagram: Instagraminstagram.com/askalicewmdc  Connect with Laura Salerno Owens: LinkedIn: Linkedinlinkedin.com/in/laura-salerno-owens Markowitz Herbold Firm: MarkowitzherboldLaura Salerno Owens

    Time is the Ultimate Currency with Laura Salerno Owens
  5. Jun 3

    Normalize Failure with Melissa Angeli

    In our latest episode of Women's Million Dollar Conversation, Alice Tang sits down with the brilliant Melissa Angeli, founder of Undaunted Future. Melissa shares how she built her first million by playing the long game, delaying gratification, and learning to view "failing" as just part of the learning curve. "When we learn to walk, we fall down and pick ourselves up. No one thinks of that as a failure. The same thing can be said about doing business." — Melissa Angeli Key Takeaways from this Episode: Pay Yourself First: Wealth building isn't about watching the clock; it's about consistency, living below your means, and prioritizing your long-term goals over instant gratification. Work at the 'Top of Your License': To scale your business, stop trying to do everything. Surround yourself with experts who round out your weaknesses so you can focus on your unique genius. Normalize Failure: Build a circle of cheerleaders who lift you up. Your identity doesn't change just because a project didn't go right the first time. Live Your Legacy Now: Why wait? Impact the world and use your resources to make a difference today, not just after you're gone. Connect with Melissa:  Linkedin Connect with Alice: Linkedin Instagram Youtube Ready to up your money game, conquer your fears of taking risks, and scale your entrepreneurial dreams? Want to keep the momentum going? The next million-dollar conversation is already waiting for you.  We post the best highlights and extra wealth tips from these episodes every single week on Instagram at @AskAliceWMDC, so make sure to follow us there too so you don't miss a thing.

    Normalize Failure with Melissa Angeli

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Think becoming a millionaire is reserved for the Forbes 400 or the lucky few? Think again. Despite the headlines, less than 10% of the U.S. population has reached a million-dollar net worth—and for women and BIPOC communities, the gap is even wider. But Alice Tang discovered that the biggest barrier isn't just access; it's visibility. We can't become what we can't see. Women's Million Dollar Conversations is here to change the narrative. We're moving past the "limelight" elite to shine a light on the millionaires next door: the entrepreneurs, the diligent savers, and the community pillars who have quietly built extraordinary wealth. Join host Alice Tang as she sits down with powerhouse women who have earned, saved, or sold their way to the million-dollar mark. In each episode, we strip away the mystery to reveal: • The Mindset: How to break through the beliefs holding you back. • The Strategy: Real-world tips on building, keeping, and growing your wealth. • The Journey: Honest stories of resilience, roadblocks, and triumphs. When women succeed, communities thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or are well on your way, it's time to expand your vision and claim your seat at the table. Ready to redefine what's possible? Let's start the conversation.