BW NICE Voice

Diane Simovich

This is a platform where we can amplify the voices of women and bring attention to the important issues surrounding women's empowerment. Our podcast will feature  lively discussions, inspiring interviews, and valuable insights from our community of women leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals. Through this podcast, we aim to provide a space where women can learn, connect and grow. We believe that by sharing our experiences, we can inspire others to achieve their full potential. So, tune in and join us in celebrating the power of women everywhere!

Episodes

  1. Season 3. Episode 8. Domestic Abuse Survivor Jennifer Gardella on how sometimes abuse just "whispers"

    10/12/2023

    Season 3. Episode 8. Domestic Abuse Survivor Jennifer Gardella on how sometimes abuse just "whispers"

    We enjoyed talking to Jennifer Gardella so much because she survived a difficult situation and is now sharing her story to help others. Jennifer is a  Social Media Consultant and Author. She helps small businesses with their marketing and social media  presence, and has a new service, Your Social Media Hour. She is the owner of The Gardella Group. She was also the victim of domestic abuse and she didn't even know it! She taught us that some women might not even know they are in an abusive situation. They might not be physically abused, but they are on an emotional roller coaster as their abuser showers them with affection and then mistreats them. This pattern can escalate and the victim needs to get out, but it may be hard for her to do that. Jennifer has written a book called "Listen for the Whispers of Abuse," in the hopes that victims and their loved ones can learn about how to deal with abuse that may not be obvious at first. Her book is available on Amazon: Link to book:  https://www.amazon.com/Domestic-Violence-Awareness-Listen-Whispers/dp/B0CJHB717B/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3LPSF5EQCJ0DQ&keywords=Whispers+jennifer+gardella&qid=1696002387&sprefix=whispers+jennifer+gardella%2Caps%2C71&sr=8-1 Her contact info is: www.jennifergardella.com www.thegardellagroup.com Learn more about BW NICE and our mission to help end domestic violence HERE Check us out on Social Media: Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Sign up to be a member HERE

    34 min
  2. Season 3. Episode 5. We learn how Donna Price helps small businesses market their services more effectively

    08/31/2023

    Season 3. Episode 5. We learn how Donna Price helps small businesses market their services more effectively

    Donna Price is with our BW NICE Sussex Chapter. Her business, Compass Rose Consulting, helps people market their services and grow their businesses. She shares her tips and valuable information with us and there is so much to learn! Donna breaks it down and makes it manageable.  She explains how you build email lists, and what tools to use to make responses automatic. Also that different types of business need to have a presence on different types of social media. She makes it easy to understand and helps people figure out how to increase their business. You can contact Donna at: donna@compassroseconsulting.com Learn about her book at: Launching Your Dreams: Making WILD Ideas Happen Her other books: Visionary Womenpreneur's Field Guide -- available here: https://compassroseconsulting.com/field-guide/ Employee Coaching for Business Success https://compassroseconsulting.com/books/ The Adventures of Matilda and LuciLu -- this is a young reader that she wrote under a pen name during COVID-19. It is also on the same book page as the link above. Join the Facebook Group -->>> Facebook.com/groups/VisionaryWomenpreneurs and access other visionaries.... business growth resources, videos, guides and workbooks. Listen to Visionary Womenpreneurs Radio available on all of your favorite podcast sites.  Check it out on Spotify: SPOTIFY To be a guest on Donna's podcast, visit this link: https://compassroseconsulting.com/podcast-guest-application/ Learn more about BW NICE and our mission to help end domestic violence HERE Check us out on Social Media: Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Sign up to be a member HERE

    33 min
  3. Season 3. Episode 1: Interview with our Founder and President, Diane Simovich (and her inpiring story!)

    07/06/2023

    Season 3. Episode 1: Interview with our Founder and President, Diane Simovich (and her inpiring story!)

    Welcome to Episode 1 of Season 3 of the BW NICE Voice podcast! We're thrilled to introduce our two new co-hosts for this season: Debbie Weiss, a long-time BW NICE member, and Lynne Thompson, a newcomer to BW NICE. Our goal is to provide you with inspiring and educational content about women empowering other women! To kick off our third season, we have the privilege of speaking with founder & president, Diane Simovich. Diane shares her own story and the beginnings of BW NICE. Diane is the Founder & President of BW NICE, which stands for Business Women Networking Involving Charity & Education. Established in April 2009 It offers support, education, and resources to women at all stages of business and personal life. BW NICE believes in the power of both business networking and charitable outreach. Each BW NICE Chapter focuses on raising awareness and critical funds to support local organizations in the fight against domestic violence and sexual abuse. In addition each chapter provides crucial support to their charity partners through monthly collections and an annual fundraising gala called The Red Shoe™. The proceeds from The Red Shoe™ directly benefit client services, helping women and families in safe and transitional housing to regain dignity and hope for a better life. The Red Shoe™ symbolizes unity, strength, and empowerment, honoring the journey of those affected by domestic violence and sexual abuse. Her inspiration for BW NICE came from a successful model she co-founded, launched, and nurtured in California. After facing personal hardships, including an abusive marriage, the loss of her sibling to suicide, and her father's passing, Diane returned to New Jersey to be closer to her family & connect with like-minded businesswomen in the community. October 2017, Diane released her book "Towards The Light." It features 17 poignant personal stories from domestic violence survivors who courageously overcame immense struggles to find hope and healing for themselves and others. The book serves as a community education tool and a resource for those in need. Diane's dedication to supporting survivors and raising awareness led her to receive the Barbara W. McConnell Social Justice Award in 2017 from SAFE in Hunterdon, the domestic violence agency in Hunterdon County, NJ. Originally from Bergen County, NJ, Diane moved to California at the age of 20 and began her career in the health insurance industry, working in sales and management for major companies. Her involvement in women's initiatives and her personal journey inspired the creation of BW NICE. In 2006, Diane returned to New Jersey, settling in Hunterdon County and starting afresh at the age of 50. She currently resides in High Bridge with her adopted son, Nicholas. "BW NICE gave me the strength to find my voice and come to terms with being a survivor of domestic violence and childhood sexual assault. Carrying that secret for 56 years, I knew BW NICE would provide a powerful platform to share my story while helping others share theirs," says Diane Simovich, Founder & President of BW NICE. To contact Diane, use the following information: Diane Simovich Phone: (908) 894-8219 Email: diane@bwnice.org Website: www.bwnice.org LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/d Learn more about BW NICE and our mission to help end domestic violence HERE Check us out on Social Media: Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Sign up to be a member HERE

    48 min

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This is a platform where we can amplify the voices of women and bring attention to the important issues surrounding women's empowerment. Our podcast will feature  lively discussions, inspiring interviews, and valuable insights from our community of women leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals. Through this podcast, we aim to provide a space where women can learn, connect and grow. We believe that by sharing our experiences, we can inspire others to achieve their full potential. So, tune in and join us in celebrating the power of women everywhere!