She’s Ambitious AF

  1. 06/05/2025

    The Village is Digital: Reinventing Parenting Support with AI

    Nicky Rishi, founder of Miss Poppins, shares how she’s reimagining parenting for the modern world with an AI-powered platform built to support families and providers alike. From corporate exec to twin mom and mission-driven founder, Nicky gets real about scaling with soul, embracing vulnerability, and redefining balance. This episode is a must-listen for anyone juggling ambition, motherhood, and a bigger purpose. Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

    The Village is Digital: Reinventing Parenting Support with AI

  2. 04/30/2025

    Keep Your Stocks, I'll Take the Alternatives

    Kelly Ann Winget, founder of Alternative Wealth Partners, is flipping the script on who gets to build serious wealth—and how. From her start as a teenage sales powerhouse to managing millions in alternative assets, Kelly breaks down why traditional finance isn’t built for everyone and how she’s giving more people a seat at the table. If you’ve ever thought investing was only for old white dudes in suits, think again. Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

    Keep Your Stocks, I'll Take the Alternatives

  3. 04/02/2025

    This Is What Ambition Actually Looks Like

    Cynthia Spitalny, CMO and first-time mom, gets real about what it actually takes to lead in the C-suite while raising a toddler. From redefining productivity to battling guilt and hormonal fog, she shares what it means to stay ambitious without burning out. This is the unfiltered truth about ambition in a world that still expects women to choose. Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

    This Is What Ambition Actually Looks Like

  4. 03/19/2025

    The Ultimate Event Pivot: Turning Industry Chaos into Startup Success

    When the event industry hit pause, Elizabeth Sheils and her co-founder hit reset. As former wedding planners turned tech founders, they built Rock Paper Coin to solve a major industry gap—just in time for the world to shut down. In this episode, Elizabeth shares how they turned uncertainty into innovation, the surprising ways they grew during the pandemic, and what it really takes to go from planner to platform. Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

    The Ultimate Event Pivot: Turning Industry Chaos into Startup Success

  5. 03/05/2025

    From Risk-Averse to Founder: Betting on Myself

    Ashley Maguire spent years chasing stability—good benefits, a steady paycheck, and a “safe” career path. But when she looked around, she realized something: The founders building companies weren’t smarter than her. They weren’t more qualified. So why was she sitting on the sidelines? In this episode, Ashley gets real about breaking free from the employee mindset, stepping into the founder role, and refusing to self-select out of opportunities. If you’re waiting for permission to go after something bigger, consider this your wake-up call. Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

    From Risk-Averse to Founder: Betting on Myself

  6. 02/19/2025

    Faith, Failure & The Future: Hard Lessons in Health Tech

    Michelle Stephens, co-founder of OathCare, set out to revolutionize healthcare—only to face the brutal realities of scaling in a broken system. She opens up about the highs, the hard lessons, and what it takes to build (and rebuild) with purpose. Now embracing faith and reinvention, Michelle shares what’s next and the future of digital health. 👉 Connect with Michelle Stephens on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-michelle-stephens/ Learn about Acts 17 at: https://acts17collective.org/ Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

    Faith, Failure & The Future: Hard Lessons in Health Tech

  7. 02/05/2025

    Be Nobody’s Darling: Leading with Ambition and Authenticity

    Brittany Hale, founder of BND Consulting, is here to dismantle the narrative that ambitious women should stay in the shadows. From tackling the insidious “Tall Poppy Syndrome” to navigating biases in leadership, Brittany shares how women can own their ambition unapologetically. She also drops wisdom on harnessing conflict as a strategic superpower and why authenticity is the ultimate key to success. 👉 Connect with Brittany Hale on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanyshale/ Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

    Be Nobody’s Darling: Leading with Ambition and Authenticity

  8. 01/22/2025

    Big Money Energy: Changing the Game for Female Founders

    Naseem Sayani, Operating Advisor and Venture Partner at How Women Invest, is rewriting the rules of venture capital. From leading funds that champion female-founded teams to tackling the challenges of diversity in investing, Naseem is on a mission to make big money moves that drive real impact. Tune in for insights on breaking barriers, building impact, and unleashing Big Money Energy. 👉 Connect with Naseem Sayani on LinkedIn here . Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

    Big Money Energy: Changing the Game for Female Founders

  9. 01/08/2025

    Sheconomy Surge: Unlocking Growth and Innovation for Women Entrepreneurs

    The Sheconomy is thriving, and Dr. Felicia Newhouse is here to break it down. With 20 years in tech and groundbreaking research from Harvard and MIT, Dr. Newhouse shares how women are driving historic entrepreneurial growth. From tackling burnout to leveraging AI for smarter, faster innovation, this episode is packed with insights to empower your next big move. 👉 Connect with Dr. Felicia Newhouse on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felicianewhouse/ Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

    Sheconomy Surge: Unlocking Growth and Innovation for Women Entrepreneurs

  10. 12/11/2024

    Flatlines to J-Curves: Product-Market Fit in Brazilian FinTech

    This episode dives into Ana Zucato’s bold journey with Noh, Brazil’s first joint account platform. From breaking cultural barriers to cracking the code on product-market fit, Ana brings the highs, lows, and hard-won lessons of turning flatlines into J-curves in a dynamic and challenging startup landscape. You can follow Ana’s journey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anazucato/ Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

    Flatlines to J-Curves: Product-Market Fit in Brazilian FinTech

  11. 11/27/2024

    Grateful and Growing: Lessons in Boldness and Balance

    In this Thanksgiving mini-episode, Angelica gets real about gratitude—beyond the turkey and table talk. She shares how she’s giving back by opening doors for women in exclusive spaces, spills on finding her voice in intimidating rooms, and dishes out hard-earned lessons on setting boundaries and reclaiming her energy. It’s a heartfelt, no-fluff reflection on growth, grit, and the courage to celebrate yourself this season. Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

  12. 11/20/2024

    Ditching the Shame: Owning Your Journey, No Apologies

    Tune in for a raw, fearless conversation about embracing unapologetic power with Dr. 'V' Boykin. From single mom, stripper, and felon to doctor, speaker, and author of Fix Your Face and Watch Your Tone, Dr. 'V' shares how she found purpose despite adversity and the importance and power that comes with owning your story. Follow Dr. V on YouTube @Dr.VBoykin and LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drv-boykin/   Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

    Ditching the Shame: Owning Your Journey, No Apologies

  13. 11/13/2024

    From Landing to Zeen: A Story of Evolution and Focus

    Join us as we chat with Miri Buckland and Ellie Buckingham, the powerhouse duo behind Zeen. We dive into their incredible journey from building the creative powerhouse Landing to evolving into Zeen, a platform revolutionizing visual and shoppable blogs. Discover the challenges they faced, the key lessons they learned about focus and iteration, and the passion that fuels their mission to empower global creativity. Check out Zeen at: https://info.myzeen.app/  Follow Miri Buckland and Ellie Buckingham on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miri-buckland-42620679/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellie-buckingham-305817b4/ Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

    From Landing to Zeen: A Story of Evolution and Focus

  14. 11/06/2024

    More Than a Business: The Power of Purpose and People

    Mandy Thompson, founder of Digital Reach Online Solutions, talks about building a professional services business driven by purpose and people. Mandy shares lessons from her journey through four ventures, including the challenges of scaling a remote team and the rewards of working alongside her wife. Listen in for insights on creating a culture of trust, staying adaptable, and leading with intention beyond the bottom line. Learn more about Digital Reach at: https://www.digitalreachos.com/ Follow Mandy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandy-thompson-digital-reach/  Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

    More Than a Business: The Power of Purpose and People

  15. 10/16/2024

    Adulting with Ambition: Building Money Mastery for Gen Z

    Aleksandra Medina and Katrin Kaurov, founders of Frich, share how they turned social spending pressures into a FinTech platform helping Gen Z build money mastery. Get the inside scoop on how these two young founders raised $2.8M, navigated 300+ pitches, and proved the skeptics wrong by staying true to their vision. Learn more about Frich at https://www.getfrich.com/.  Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

    Adulting with Ambition: Building Money Mastery for Gen Z

  16. 10/10/2024

    (Re-release) Grit Unveiled: Defying Impossible Odds

    While I'm on travel, I wanted to bring back one of the most downloaded episodes we've had on the show. It’s a powerful conversation about resilience, grit, and pushing through when the odds seem impossible. This episode truly captures the spirit of perseverance and unfiltered authenticity. So, whether you’re tuning in for the first time or revisiting a favorite, I hope you find some renewed inspiration from this incredible story with Janelle Johnson. Enjoy "Grit Unveiled: Defying Impossible Odds," and I’ll be back soon with more fresh content! Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

  17. 10/02/2024

    Mama's Superpowers: Lessons from Parenthood to Entrepreneurship

    In this mini edition of She's Ambitious AF, Angelica Maestas shares reflections brought on from her daughter's wedding festivities. Drawing parallels between parenthood and entrepreneurship, Angelica dives into the power of patience, celebrating small wins, and learning from mistakes—whether you're raising a child or building a business. Tune in to hear how the lessons learned from motherhood translate into invaluable superpowers for any ambitious entrepreneur. Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

  18. 09/25/2024

    Hormones 101: It's Not Just About Fertility

    Join us as we chat with Aagya Mathur, co-founder and CEO of Aavia, the game-changing hormone health app. We're busting myths and exploring how hormones impact your daily life - far beyond just fertility. Discover how this MIT grad turned personal struggle into a tech solution, navigating the challenges of women's health entrepreneurship along the way. From pitch competitions to partnering with Mayo Clinic, Aagya shares insights that'll change how you think about hormones and startups alike. Get ready for some eye-opening revelations about your body and the world of fem tech! Learn more about Aavia at https://aavia.io/ Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

    Hormones 101: It's Not Just About Fertility

  19. 09/18/2024

    Embracing the Messy Middle: The Non-Linear Path to VC Success

    Venture into the unpredictable world of VC fundraising with Genevieve LeMarchal, founder of Suncoast Ventures. This episode peels back the curtain on the realities of building a fund from scratch, revealing the unexpected twists, hard-won lessons, and unconventional strategies that paved the way. Discover how embracing uncertainty, building a diverse team, and maintaining optimism in the face of setbacks can lead to triumph in the high-stakes realm of venture capital. Follow Genevieve on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genevievelemarchal/ And check out her podcast at: https://www.adventureouspodcast.com/about  Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

    Embracing the Messy Middle: The Non-Linear Path to VC Success

  20. 09/11/2024

    The Co-Founder Conundrum: The Unspoken Challenges of Founding Together

    Dive into the high-stakes world of startup partnerships as we unravel the co-founder conundrum with BFF and former co-founder, Stefany Goradia. From equity splits to friendship fallouts, we're talking unfiltered truths about founding together. Discover why two heads aren't always better than one and whether mixing business with besties is brilliant or disastrous. Whether you're contemplating a partnership or already in the trenches, this episode is your survival guide to the wild ride of co-founding.  Check out our previous episode, Failed Partnerships: Ingredients for a Beautiful Disaster if you want to hear more reflections on our flops. Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

  21. 09/04/2024

    From Online Dating Pioneer to Baby Gear Maven: A Startup Journey

    Co-founder of Match.com and Founder of Baby Quip, Fran Maier dishes out real talk on building Match.com in the dial-up days, bouncing back from pandemic pivots, and shaking up the baby gear game. Tune in for practical wisdom on resilience, fundraising as a woman, and staying ambitious through every twist and turn of entrepreneurship. Learn more about BabyQuip at: https://www.babyquip.com/ Follow Fran on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franmaier/ Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

    From Online Dating Pioneer to Baby Gear Maven: A Startup Journey

  22. 08/21/2024

    Flipping the Script on Home Sales: A Founder's Property Tech Journey

    Discover how Amanda Orson of Galleon is revolutionizing real estate transactions with a bold vision for direct home sales. From a personal "aha" moment to securing venture funding, this episode chronicles the creation of a cutting-edge property marketplace. Learn about building a dream team, navigating the fundraising process, and the challenges of disrupting a trillion-dollar industry.  Learn more about Galleon at: https://galleon.io/ Connect with Amanda on X at: @amandaorson Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

    Flipping the Script on Home Sales: A Founder's Property Tech Journey

  23. 08/14/2024

    Antibiotics to Algorithms: A Journey from Patient to Tech Founder

    Founder of Corra, Elya Lane, reveals her courageous journey from battling life-threatening infections to creating a revolutionary app. Her personal health struggles ignited a mission to develop a tool that not only saved her life but is now empowering countless others. Tune in as we delve into her remarkable transformation from patient to tech founder, and the invaluable lessons she learned along the way. You can follow Elya on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elya-lane/ And learn more about Corra at: https://www.corra.health/ You can also contact Elya directly at: elya@corra.health  Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

    Antibiotics to Algorithms: A Journey from Patient to Tech Founder

  24. 08/07/2024

    Karma, Detours, and Self-Care: Lessons from Four Decades

    Join host Angelica Maestas as she celebrates her 40th birthday in Cancun with a special episode packed with some impactful life lessons. From the power of karma to embracing unexpected detours, Angelica shares key insights from her four-decade journey. Discover why authenticity matters, how to attract positivity, and the importance of nurturing your mind and body. Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!

  25. 07/31/2024

    Mother-Daughter Duo's App-to-Acquisition Adventure

    Sada Naegelin shares her journey of co-founding De Las Mías with her mom. From creating a health app for Latinas to navigating the twists and turns of startup life, Sada dishes on the ups and downs of this adventure. Learn how the De Las Mias duo used non-dilutive funding to ultimately score a successful acquisition. It's a story of innovation, family teamwork, and the power of pursuing a mission you believe in. Get ready for some real talk about entrepreneurship, letting go, and finding your path! You can follow Sada on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sadanaegelin/ And learn more about Facilitate Insight at: https://www.facilitate-insight.com/ Loving this podcast? Send us a text and let us know what you love about it! Follow us on Tik Tok @shesambitiousaf  for more content and episode teasers!