TranscendWithM

Monica Adwani
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Transcend With M is a global leadership and transformation podcast for ambitious leaders, founders, and professionals navigating growth, reinvention, and change in a rapidly evolving world. Hosted by insurance and innovation leader Monica Adwani, the show features powerful conversations with executives, entrepreneurs, and change-makers who have rebuilt, redefined, and elevated their paths across industries. Each episode goes beyond achievement headlines to explore the real journey behind meaningful success: identity shifts, resilience, failure, courage, and evolution. Guests share how they navigated uncertainty, broke barriers, and built impact on their own terms offering insight for anyone stepping into bigger leadership or personal transformation. Rooted in the belief that true success lives at the intersection of human potential and intelligent progress, Transcend With M explores leadership, entrepreneurship, reinvention, the future of work, and personal growth in complex environments. Whether you’re scaling a business, evolving your career, or redefining your next chapter, this podcast offers perspective, strategy, and inspiration from voices shaping more human, conscious, and forward-thinking paths to success. Because leadership isn’t just what you achieve,  it’s who you become.

  1. APR 27

    What Every Insurance Agency Owner Needs to Know in 2026 | Matt Naimoli | Transcend with M S3 E02

    What does it actually take to build an agency worth keeping →whether you sell it, pass it down, or hold it forever? This week I sat down with Matt Naimoli, co-founder of GNN Insurance and now M&A advisor at Legacy Advisors, for a conversation that's not about theory. It's about what most agency owners only learn the hard way. Matt and I built together inside GNN years before he walked me through the process of selling my own agency. So when he speaks about M&A, organic growth, and where thisn industry is heading, I listen → and you should too. In this episode: → Why you should operate your agency as if you were going to sell it (even if you never will) → The current M&A market and why organic growth is the new leverage → How AI is quietly reshaping who wins in the next 12 to 24 months → The 5 stages every owner has to go through (and where most get stuck) → The financial discipline that separates top valuations from millions left on the table → The question that changed how I led my agency every single month → What buyers are really looking for in 2026 If you own an agency, work at one, or are thinking about starting one → this episode is essential. CONNECT WITH MATT NAIMOLI LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/matthewnaimoli Legacy Advisors: legacyadvisors.com CONNECT WITH MONICA ADWANI LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/monicaadwani Instagram: @monicaadwani FOLLOW TRANSCEND WITH M LinkedIn: Transcend with M YouTube: youtube.com/@transcendwithm New episodes every week.

    34 min

  2. APR 13

    She Built a National Movement From One Conversation | Melissa Gilbo | Transcend with M S3 E1

    Five years ago, Melissa Gilbo was one of the first guests on Transcend with M. She came back for Season 3 a completely different woman. And so did I. Melissa is the Founder and CEO of Women’s Business League, a national platform for women in business now in its 8th year. She built it from zero. No playbook. No roadmap. Just one honest conversation with a stranger at a local pizza restaurant and the belief that women deserved a community built on real relationships, not transactions. In this episode we talk about what it really means to build something that lasts. Why the women who succeed aren’t the ones who network harder, they’re the ones who stopped performing and started connecting. What new insurance producers are still not being taught. And why community isn’t a nice-to-have. It’s the infrastructure. I also share something personal in this episode that I’ve never talked about publicly before. This one is for every woman who has ever been the only one in the room and wondered if she belonged there.

    49 min
  3. Empowering the Latino Community: The Impact of Philanthropy| Juan Carlos (JC) Morales

    06/17/2024

    Empowering the Latino Community: The Impact of Philanthropy| Juan Carlos (JC) Morales

    Juan Carlos (JC) Morales shares his unique perspective on the world of finance and how he has dedicated his career to strengthening and empowering the Latino community as the founder and CEO of Surfside Capital Advisors. He has led innovative financial strategies for companies in Boston and beyond and has been a key architect of initiatives that positively impact Latinos. From his prominent roles in Fortune 500 companies to his tenure as CEO of BNY Mellon Mexico and CFO at TIAA Asset Management and State Street Global Advisors, JC has shown unwavering commitment to the inclusion and economic advancement of Latino communities. His influence extends beyond corporate boundaries: as a co-founder of the Boston chapter of the Association of Latino Professionals for America (ALPFA) and creator of the Latino Equity Fund at The Boston Foundation, he has raised over $8 million to support Latino causes since 2013. His story inspires everyone to strive for financial freedom and to use their resources for collective well-being. Don't miss his inspiring journey in our latest episode, available now on Spotify! 🎧✨

    29 min
  4. Invest in Yourself First: Take Control of Your Finances | Tess Waresmith

    05/28/2024

    Invest in Yourself First: Take Control of Your Finances | Tess Waresmith

    The transformative power of taking control of your finances, and the impact it can have on your life. Meet Tess, a determined woman who discovered just that. In this episode, Tess shares her journey of mastering her financial future. Through her inspiring storytelling, she reveals how taking charge of her finances has transformed her life and empowered her to achieve her dreams. Reflect on your own financial habits and learn practical tips to take control of your financial destiny.

    32 min
  5. You Can't Handle Everything: Practice Self-Compassion | Dulce Orozco

    05/02/2024

    You Can't Handle Everything: Practice Self-Compassion | Dulce Orozco

    The importance of practicing self-compassion, leaving guilt behind, and taking care of oneself. Dulce Orozco, a standout immigrant therapist who is making an impact in the Latino community today. In this episode, Dulce shares her struggles in balancing her career and her Latina identity. Through her heartfelt storytelling, she reminds us of the importance of seeking help, leaning on others, and embracing our vulnerabilities as we pursue personal growth and fulfillment.

    58 min
  6. The perfection of imperfection: A recovering journey. | Paulette Piñero

    04/12/2024

    The perfection of imperfection: A recovering journey. | Paulette Piñero

    Have you ever discovered the beauty in the imperfection of your dreams? Have you found perfection in accepting the imperfect, despite our expectations? Have you experienced greatness within what you considered imperfect? Meet Paulette Piñero, who bravely followed her heart, leaving everything behind to create her own brand called Unstoppable Latina, helping brands reach the top. Her journey is a true inspiration, showing us that we can forge our own path and discover what success truly means to us. Discover how, from a job that seemed perfect, Paulette dared to follow her intuition and craft the life she truly desired.

    52 min
  7. Unveiled: Coaching's Power for Career and Personal Success - Becoming Number One | Michelle Fermin

    03/27/2024

    Unveiled: Coaching's Power for Career and Personal Success - Becoming Number One | Michelle Fermin

    How many times have we felt lost, unable to find our way? And how many times have we needed someone to accompany us in the process? Sometimes, we think we can do it alone, but is it really necessary to go through this process alone? Do you know what coaching is? Michelle Fermín, a prominent leader recognized for her outstanding leadership at Century 21 and for turning The Fermín Group into a global benchmark, shares with us how coaching helped her reach the top, both professionally and personally. Discover how Michelle achieved the number 1 position in her country and the third worldwide in the competitive world of Real Estate.

    48 min
  8. Building Generational Wealth in the Latinx Community

    03/06/2024

    Building Generational Wealth in the Latinx Community

    🌟 Discover the incredible story of Arianny Arias, a mortgage specialist who is making a difference in building generational wealth in the vibrant Latinx community of the United States. 🏡✨ From her beginnings as an immigrant to becoming an expert in mortgages, Arianny guides us through her exciting journey and shares why she believes building a lasting financial legacy is so crucial. 💼💡 "Teaching them about the importance of homeownership, investment, and financial planning is the key to building a solid future." Join Arianny Arias on her mission to inspire the Latinx community to reach new financial heights and build the legacy they deserve! 🚀🌎

    50 min
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Transcend With M is a global leadership and transformation podcast for ambitious leaders, founders, and professionals navigating growth, reinvention, and change in a rapidly evolving world. Hosted by insurance and innovation leader Monica Adwani, the show features powerful conversations with executives, entrepreneurs, and change-makers who have rebuilt, redefined, and elevated their paths across industries. Each episode goes beyond achievement headlines to explore the real journey behind meaningful success: identity shifts, resilience, failure, courage, and evolution. Guests share how they navigated uncertainty, broke barriers, and built impact on their own terms offering insight for anyone stepping into bigger leadership or personal transformation. Rooted in the belief that true success lives at the intersection of human potential and intelligent progress, Transcend With M explores leadership, entrepreneurship, reinvention, the future of work, and personal growth in complex environments. Whether you’re scaling a business, evolving your career, or redefining your next chapter, this podcast offers perspective, strategy, and inspiration from voices shaping more human, conscious, and forward-thinking paths to success. Because leadership isn’t just what you achieve,  it’s who you become.

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  • Creator
    Monica Adwani
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    157
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Monica Adwani