The WJ: Beyond the Magazine The Women's Journal

Meet Heather Taylor, the Executive Director of CLEO – Connect. Learn. Engage. Organize., a dynamic non-profit women's networking and business development organization in Northeast Ohio. Heather's passion lies in supporting business professionals' growth and success, with a special dedication to empowering female leaders.
Since its inception in August 2023, CLEO has rapidly grown under Heather's leadership, boasting over 135 members in just 9 months. The organization's mission revolves around fostering connections, facilitating learning opportunities, and promoting mutual success among women in business.

The mission of CLEO is to establish a vibrant community of professional businesswomen in Northeast Ohio that empowers, uplifts, motivates, and forges strong connections among our members through engaging events, insightful workshops and educational experiences, and valuable networking opportunities. 
Beyond networking and business building, CLEO actively engages in philanthropic initiatives, extending support to local non-profit organizations through its Quarterly Luncheons. Heather and her dedicated Board of Directors ensure that every member receives valuable connections and opportunities for continuing education.
Tune in to this episode to learn more about Heather's inspiring journey and how CLEO is making a difference in the lives of women in business.

Connect with Heather via email at heather@growwithcleo.com, www.growwithcleo.com, and through Social Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIN and Google.
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Title: "From Corporate Executive to Granola Entrepreneur: The Inspiring Journey of Pat Bennett"
Meet Pat Bennett, the founder of Pat’s Granola, a seasoned entrepreneur with over four decades of expertise in sales, marketing, finance, communications, and management. In this episode, we delve into her remarkable journey, from thriving in the corporate world to making a significant impact in the food industry of Northeast Ohio.
Discover how Pat transitioned her wealth of corporate experience into the world of granola, becoming a leader and founder in her region. Learn about her entrepreneurial spirit as she shares the story of launching Pat's Granola, leveraging local resources and bootstrapping her start.
But the journey doesn't end there. Pat has now shifted her focus to empowering other small businesses, particularly women, through coaching and mentorship. Gain insights into her approach and discover the importance of finding mentors and local resources to support your entrepreneurial dreams.
Join us as we follow Pat's inspiring journey and glean valuable lessons for our own entrepreneurial endeavors. Connect with Pat on LinkedIn to learn more about her insights and journey at Pat's LinkedIn Profile
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Hear from the women behind The Women's Journal magazine and glimpse into their 20-year journey of publishing.  Join Kelli Wagner and Tara Haley, Co-Host of The WJ: Beyond the Magazine Podcast and their guest Barbara Daniel, Publisher of The Cleveland Women's Journal.
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