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Carolina Women's Collective
Looking for inspiration, insightful advice, and a supportive community to help you navigate your business journey?
The Carolina Women's Collective is your one-stop shop. This biweekly podcast, hosted by Booth Parker, features interviews with a powerful network of female entrepreneurs and business leaders, sharing their inspiring stories, actionable advice, and industry expertise.
Whether you're a entreprenuer just starting out or a seasoned company executive, this show has something for you.
Expect inspiring stories, actionable advice, expertise from many industries, and a supportive community. To hear more from us, subscribe to the podcast, follow us on Instagram, and sign up for our events through our website.
Total 17 episodes
1
Our Year In Review And What's Next | Discussion with Booth, Jillian, and Silvana
In the final episode of our first season, Booth, Jillian, and Silvana reflect on everything the Carolina Women's Collective and their community accomplished in 2024. Hear about what everyone recieved from the Power Hours, and all about the upcoming membership program born of the need and desire for women in business to advance each other. Stay tuned for Season Two coming in January 2025!The 2025 membership: Learn more hereFind our events and more resources on the Carolina Women's Collective websiteThe Carolina Women's Collective Instagram: @carolinawomenscollectiveThis show is proudly produced by Rooster High Productions.
19:4025/11/2024
Leading A College In Service To The Community | Interview with Dr. Tracy Mancini
Dr. Tracy Mancini, President of Carteret Community College joins Booth to share her journey across business administration, English, theology, and executive leadership. Her commitment to community colleges, the importance of unique educational programs tailored to local industry needs, and the value of lifelong learning are all hallmarks of her professional life as she and her team serve their area.Find more on the Carteret Community College website. Find our events and more resources on the Carolina Women's Collective websiteThe Carolina Women's Collective Instagram: @carolinawomenscollectiveThis show is proudly produced by Rooster High Productions.
47:5511/11/2024
Welding Is For The Ladies | Interview with Jenmekia Gay
Our guest Jenmekia Gay knows how to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Overcoming childhood abuse, navigating foster care, and mental struggles, are all parts of her journey that highlight the power of community and education in overcoming adversity. And yes, she tells us about the overheard conversation that lead to her becoming a welder!Find our events and more resources on the Carolina Women's Collective websiteThe Carolina Women's Collective Instagram: @carolinawomenscollectiveThis show is proudly produced by Rooster High Productions.
44:2428/10/2024
Excellence in Health Care Leadership | Interview with Virginia Cuthrell
Booth chats with Virginia Cuthrell, executive director of the Carteret Health Care Foundation. A native of Carteret County, Virginia shares how she ended up back in her hometown, and discusses the Foundation’s role in supporting initiatives like cancer patient assistance and community outreach. Take notes as Virginia shares how to balance a fulfilling career and family life!Read about the Carteret Health Care Foundation on their website.Find our events and more resources on the Carolina Women's Collective websiteThe Carolina Women's Collective Instagram: @carolinawomenscollectiveThis show is proudly produced by Rooster High Productions.
34:2614/10/2024
The Entrepreneurial Side of Being An Artist | Interview with Michelle Bradely Robertson
Booth sits down with Michelle Bradley Robertson, a talented artist and entrepreneur from coastal North Carolina. Michelle shares her journey from painting for personal joy to building her caftan business, House of MBR, and how she navigates the challenges of entrepreneurship while staying true to her creative vision.House of MBR on Instagram: @houseofmbrMichelle on Instagram: @michelle_bradley_robinsonHer website: www.michellebradleyrobertson.comFind our events and more resources on the Carolina Women's Collective websiteThe Carolina Women's Collective Instagram: @carolinawomenscollectiveThis show is produced by Rooster High Productions.
35:1530/09/2024
How To Run Six Food Businesses At Once | Interview with Liza Merrell
Liza Merrell joins us on the show, co-owner of the 81 Hospitality Group! Booth and Liza discuss the various businesses under the group's umbrella, Liza's transition from corporate America, the dynamics of working with her husband Clarke, and the challenges and rewards of managing multiple ventures while raising a family. Liza also shares insights into their unexpected viral moment during the Dank Burrito sign war and how that brought their community together.Read about the Dank Burrito sign war here.The Circa 81 websiteThe Dank Burrito websiteThe Beaufort Olive Oil Company websiteThe Merrill Estate and Gardens websiteThe Prime Bistro and Wine Bar websiteFind our events and more resources on the Carolina Women's Collective websiteThe Carolina Women's Collective Instagram: @carolinawomenscollectiveThis show is produced by Rooster High Productions.
32:1216/09/2024
Where Law, Art, and Business Intersect | Interview with Angie Avard Turner
Angie Avard Turner is an attorney specializing in legal services for creative entrepreneurs, and she joins us to share her journey that almost went down a conventional legal path but pivoted to becoming a successful creative entrepreneur and attorney as she learned where she could serve people best. As she chats with Booth, they discuss the importance of laying a solid legal foundation for your business, protecting intellectual property, and the crucial role of contracts. Don't miss this episode fill with helpful guidelines that'll point you in the direction of protecting your business!Visit Angie's website: www.angieavardturnerlaw.com Angie's Instagram: @angieavardturnerlaw Find our events and more resources on the Carolina Women's Collective websiteThe Carolina Women's Collective Instagram: @carolinawomenscollectiveThis show is produced by Rooster High Productions.
36:4502/09/2024
Building Businesses You Want To Run | Interview with Corry Frazier and Melissa Pepin
It's our most fun episode yet! Corry Frazier and Melissa Pepin of The Business Reboot are business coaches with a combined 37+ years as entreprenuers and are an effective and hilarious duo on the mics, both here and on their own podcast. Booth asks them about how they got here and what they're passionate about, from their origin story to balancing parenthood and more.Links we mentioned in the episode:Join the Reboot's BUILT workshop seriesThe Business Reboot website is here!The Business Reboot Instagram: @businessrebootFind our events and more resources on the Carolina Women's Collective websiteThe Carolina Women's Collective Instagram: @carolinawomenscollectiveThis show is produced by Rooster High Productions.
51:3419/08/2024
Running Events All Over the World | Interview with Adrienne Chung
Booth interviews Adrienne Chung, a seasoned and worldwide entrepreneur, event producer, sponsorship manager, and concert promoter. Adrienne shares her journey from managing smaller events to securing high-profile concerts with renowned artists like Bruno Mars and Elton John and discusses the early challenges she faced and how she overcame them with maturity and a curious mindset. With advice on building high-performing teams, and navigating a male-dominated industry, you can't miss this episode!Find our events and more resources on the Carolina Women's Collective websiteThe Carolina Women's Collective Instagram: @carolinawomenscollectiveThis show is produced by Rooster High Productions.
38:2005/08/2024
Feminine Energy in Entrepreneurship | Interview with Katharine Campbell Hirst
Katharine Campbell Hirst is an accomplished entrepreneurship coach for women and her journey and perspective from living in multiple countries to attending the London School of Economics and making it in New York City. Embracing your unique vision and creativity in business, while emphasizing the importance of freedom and joy is the mindset Katharine brings to her clients - and to you too, through this episode!Learn about Katharine on her website.Hear from Katharine on LinkedIn.Read about The Baubo Project.Find our events and more resources on the Carolina Women's Collective websiteThe Carolina Women's Collective Instagram: @carolinawomenscollectiveThis show is produced by Rooster High Productions.
46:4222/07/2024
Meet the Founders of the Carolina Women’s Collective | Interview with Booth, Jillian, and Silvana
Join co-founders Booth Parker, Jillian Lister, and Silvana Botta as they introduce themselves and share their stories on this special episode! From the creation of the collective to its mission to to upcoming events like Power Hours and their first summit, discover how these three trailblazing ladies balance work and family life while fostering a community of collaboration and empowerment.Find our events and more resources on the Carolina Women's Collective websiteThe Carolina Women's Collective Instagram: @carolinawomenscollectiveThis show is produced by Rooster High Productions.
35:1008/07/2024
Crafting A Successful Retail Business | Interview with Christina Cunningham
Christina Cuningham, founder and owner of Beaufort Linen and the full-service interior design business Regatta joins us and shares about going from working with professional athletes to opening her own retail store and expanding into interior design. Hear about the challenges she faced, the strategies she used to ensure business success, and the personal touch she maintains with her clients along with advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and discusses how she manages work-life balance while raising her young children. The Beaufort Instagram: @beaufort_linen_companyThe Beaufort Website: www.beaufortlinen.comFind our events and more resources on the Carolina Women's Collective websiteThe Carolina Women's Collective Instagram: @carolinawomenscollectiveThis show is produced by Rooster High Productions.
34:0624/06/2024
Blogging with Style | Interview with Zelle Wiggins
From fashion blog to leading clothing store, Zelle Wiggins has a history of creating access to and curating the fashion that her audience wants. Her successul retail store, Zia Boutique, is a must-visit for the area and the result of years of hard work. Join us as Zelle shares the stories behind the ups and downs of building her botique up to the status it has today!Zia Botique on Instagram: @shopziaboutiqueZia Boutiquie website: www.shopziaboutique.comSouthern Style on Instagram: @southernstyleblogSouthern Style blog: www.asouthernstyleblog.comFind our events and more resources on the Carolina Women's Collective websiteThe Carolina Women's Collective Instagram: @carolinawomenscollectiveThis show is produced by Rooster High Productions.
41:0810/06/2024
Running a $7.5M Fishing Tournament | Interview with Crystal Hesmer and Madison Struyk
The Big Rock is the premiere Blue Marlin fishing tournament, with a multimillion dollar purse. Madison and Crystal are two of the women behind running this amazing event house in North Carolina's Crystal Coast. Join Booth as they dive into the particulars of running a fishing tournament with five full-time staff members and reflect on things they've learned along the way.The Big Rock 2024 tournament takes place June 7 - 16. Learn more on their website: www.thebigrock.comFollow along on Instagram: @bigrocktournamentFind our events and more resources on the Carolina Women's Collective websiteThe Carolina Women's Collective Instagram: @carolinawomenscollectiveThis show is produced by Rooster High Productions.
33:0227/05/2024
Building Everyone’s Favorite Neighborhood Market | Interview with Mindy Ballou Fitzpatrick
Mindy Balou Fitzpatrick is an athlete, outdoorswoman, and one of the owners of Morehead City's own Friendly Market. Everyone knows the food is good, and Mindy tells us what it took - and still takes - to create the work culture that everyone at the Market benefits from.Read about the Friendly Market on their website. www.friendlymarketnc.comFriendly Market on Instagram: @friendlymarketncFriendly Market on Facebook: @thefriendlymarketncFind our events and more resources on the Carolina Women's Collective websiteThe Carolina Women's Collective Instagram: @carolinawomenscollectiveThis show is produced by Rooster High Productions.
41:2313/05/2024
How Two Cofounders Built a Barre Studio | Interview with Anna Seagrave and Samantha Ward
Anna and Sam of The Downtown Barre join Booth to talk all things barre, business, and Lululemon! Building their business together has taken their complimentary set of skills and a lot of learning. Hear their story and their lessons from along the way!The Downtown Barre websiteThe Downtown Barre on Instagram: @dbarremhcThe Downtown Barre on Facebook: @dbarremhcFind our events and more resources on the Carolina Women's Collective websiteThe Carolina Women's Collective Instagram: @carolinawomenscollectiveThis show is produced by Rooster High Productions.
27:0929/04/2024
From Design Blogger to NYT Bestselling Author | Interview with Kristy Woodson Harvey
Bestselling author Kristy Woodson Harvey joins us to discuss unexpected journeys and how much time, trial and error go into making success happen (like how working in finance and a book contest were pivotal parts of her journey). Whether you know her from the Peachtree Bluff series and the upcoming novel A Happier Life, her successful design blog, or her author podcast, this delightful conversation is full of authentic insights into her journey and abundant behind-the-scenes knowledge.Find links to all Kristy does here: Her LinksFollow Kristy on Instagram: @kristywharveyFind her author website here: www.kristywoodsonharvey.com/Read her blog, Design Chic.Hear Kristy on her podcast, Friends and Fiction!Friends and Fiction Instagram: @friendsandfictionFriends and Fiction links: Their LinksFind our events and more resources on the Carolina Women's Collective websiteThe Carolina Women's Collective Instagram: @carolinawomenscollectiveThis show is produced by Rooster High Productions.
48:1215/04/2024