Sharing Passion and Purpose

This episode is with a very special guest, my daughter and intern, Mackenzie Ann. During this conversation we’ll visit about her four years at The University of Arkansas – from her sorority to her studies - and a little about what we love about Fayetteville (there’s a lot!). Mackenzie has cracked the code for herself on time management and organization so she offers some tips in those areas to help others. She also shares about how she maximized her study abroad experience during her junior year and her upcoming summer internship at L’Oreal!

In this episode, Danielle Melton, Founder of MOTHERboard Society, and I visit about our experience attending the ALT Summit Conference for the first time.

Many of you know that I had the opportunity to speak @altsummit in Palm Springs in March and althought it was my first time attending this women’s conference, it won’t be my last. From the relaxed vibe to the excitement of being a part of an incredible community of women who understand what it’s like to be a creative entrepreneur. I met so many amazing people, including @danielleamelton, Founder @joinmotherboard, a true powerhouse, who is also from Tulsa. We didn’t know each other prior to attending the event and joked that we had to meet in California to connect in Oklahoma. I have had several people ask about my experience and if attending was “worth it” – the answer is a resounding yes – it’s worth it on so many levels, most importantly, your time and money is an investment in yourself and your professional journey.

I invited Danielle for a conversation to share more about our experiences at ALT Summit and learn her thoughts on the overall caliber of women who attend and the topics that are shared and discussed. We recorded an Instagram live and I'm now sharing the audio version. Danielle is incredible and I’m excited to share our visit with you!

To learn more about Danielle, check her out on Instagram: @danielleamelton

From teen mom to securing a supporting role in a modern family musical at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center this month, Patricia Pineda, is one amazing mom!

Patricia was nominated in Tulsa Kids' Amazing Mom contest by her daughter, Dayann, who had some very special words about her mother whom she describles as her "biggest cheerleader". Besides being a supportive mom to two daughters, Patricia is a U.S.Navy Veteran and a recent college graduate. But there have been times when Patricia struggled as a single mom, battling depression and homelessness, and she will never forget being in that place. Today, Patricia is focused on being a good mom and helping her daughters create meaningful lives.

Tracy Spears has made a career out of helping others. As the Founder of the Exceptional Leaders Lab, she engages with developing leaders, inspiring teamwork and creating inclusive cultures. She’s a best-selling author, host of the Shift Out Loud Podcast, TEDx speaker (you should look her up!) and keynote speaker among many other things. During this podcast we’ll discuss her humble beginnings growing up in a trailer park in Tulsa as well as being disowned by her parents in her early twenty’s when they found out she was gay, and how all these life experiences shaped her into who she is today. She is a cheerleader to those who don’t want to play small and what to shift out loud! I hope you enjoy this conversation with Tracy Spears.

Heather Matheson has built a sweet business providing Peace, Love and Cookies - appropriately the name of her business - to the Tulsa area. She started the business as a home bakery and quickly outgrew her space with her yummy cookie recipes that are baked fresh daily. With a background in social work and her business looking for a new location, it didn't take long for someone to connect her with Family and Children's Services in Tulsa and the results couldn't be sweeter. They had a commercial kitchen that they used for teaching food service skills to people in their programs.

Her employees are all a part of the Women in Recovery program and as she admits, she has built more than a business. It's early-morning therapy sessions mixed with mutual connection and support for the women who are part of her team. The result of this winning combination includes women who are building their lives to be become better and more productive for themselves and their children while breaking cycles of poverty, abuse and incarcaration.

To find out more about Peace, Love and Cookies Tulsa:

PeaceLoveandCookiesTulsa.com

Instagram: @peaceloveandcookiestulsa

Facebook: Peace, Love and Cookies Tulsa

Whitney Virden didn’t think she had a creative bone in her body until she did some soul searching following a tragic event that occurred in her family. That event instigated major reflection and life altering changes where she reprioritized her life and changed direction to focus more on her family and kids. She severed ties with her traditional 9-5 job where she traveled for work. This break allowed her time to explore a different career – one that was completely different than what she attended college for – and her love for floral design was born.

Whitney is the Owner of Roots and Blooms Floral Shop located in Bartlesville and Pawhuska, OK. Over the past few years, she has aligned herself spiritually, creatively, and emotionally and can clearly see her path to purpose. When I caught up with Whitney, she was selected to be among the floral artists in the Art in Bloom show at The Philbrook Museum of Art in Tulsa. This experience resulted in winning first place from the guests votes!

During this visit you’ll hear Whitney’s career path in business, how tapping into her creativity revealed her artistic heart, and why she believes that everyone has some creativity; they just have to find it!

Lisa Bain knows hardship and suffering because she has experienced it first-hand. It's really something that nobody can escape, but the severity and how it is dealt with varies significantly from person to person. Despite Lisa's circumstances, she chooses to search for the bright side and in doing so, is a champion spreading joy and kindness. In fact, she created a non-profit, Lisa Bain Ministries, that is centered around doing so. Her faith and furry friends are also key components of Lisa Bain Ministries. During this visit you'll hear from Lisa as she sheds light into details about leaving a foundation she started and how that has brought her to develop the new foundation that continues the mission to:

"Deliver hope and tangible support to those who are facing illness, a special need or a crisis situation."

For Lisa, it's all about care, connection and community.

You can find Lisa online: LisaBain.com

In this conversation, Christy Lindsay, Founder of Cedar and Lily Clothier, shares how she built a foundation of knowledge and support in conceptualizing her new business venture and how it fuels her passion for women, clothing and creativity. You'll also hear her advice for anyone interested in pursuing their passion and how to take calculated risks around doing so. She'll also reveal her perspective on wearing clothes that are "age appropriate."

The Grand Opening of Cedar and Lily Clothier is on Saturday, April 7th from 11:00am - 6:00pm and will offer high-quality, boutique clothing in Downtown Jenks, Oklahoma. Exceptional clothes for Extraordinary Women. Check out Cedar and Lily Clothier: Cedarandlilyclothier.com Instagram: @cedarandlilyclothier Facebook: Cedar and Lily Clothiers

Sandy Redmond has many roles including proud wife and mother. You’ll hear why she’s a proud wife and what led to her becoming a certified relationship coach working with women. A little about Sandy, she and her husband have been married for 35 years and it hasn’t always been easy. She was halfway into her marriage with four small children and was desperate for a better relationship with her husband. They loved each other, but she knew that their relationship could be so much more. You’ll learn about their struggles, including her husband firing their marriage counselor, and what led them to have the incredible marriage that they have today.

Contact Sandy via email: [email protected]

Becky Fields Wilson is a banker, entrepreneur, and women's success coach.

As founder of Positive on Purpose, a professional and personal development company, she helps high performing women in business create powerful strategies and systems so they can level-up their career, income, and life. Her passion is to lead, coach, and inspire women to be all they were made to be.

During our conversation you'll learn more about her two-decade long career in banking as well as her thoughts on leadership, success, and health. She also shares a little about her health journey, including a breast cancer diagnosis at the age of 42 and the importance of being positive on purpose.