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Inspiring Women with Betty CollinsCelebrating Vision: The 2025 NAWBO Honorees – Part 2Self-Worth and Leadership: "You will never value you like you. Nobody will value you like you." - Betty CollinsI’m so excited to bring you part two of our Visionary Awards series, an episode all about what it means to be a visionary, or to support one, in today’s ever-changing world.I’m joined once again by two incredible guests: Jill Frey and Purba Majumbder, women who are not only visionaries themselves but who have also been deeply impacted by the women who’ve supported their journeys. In this conversation, we dig into how Jill...2025-07-0241 minInspiring Women with Betty CollinsCelebrating Vision: The 2025 NAWBO Honorees – Part 1The Power of Teamwork in Achieving a Vision: "Both roles are as important as the other, because if the visionary has to do everything herself or himself, they're probably not going to make it happen." - Betty CollinsI’m so excited to bring you part one of our special Visionary Awards series, where we honor incredible women who have scaled their businesses and brought their visions to life. Today, I’m joined by two outstanding guests—Jill Frey, president and CEO of Cummins Facility Services, and Purba Majumder, an inspiring immigrant founder and CEO of Cybervation Inc., both of who...2025-06-2529 minInspiring Women with Betty CollinsExploring Personal Growth and Legacy with Guests Katie and JessicaHow do YOU approach knowing your worth and establishing boundaries in professional settings?The microphone is in the hands of the Brady Ware's Katie Humphries, who sits down with Jessica Kenimer, Program Manager at The Women's Small Business Accelerator, for a spirited conversation about the incredible journey of our beloved host, Betty Collins. They both talk about tales of mentorship, career evolution, and family ties as Jessica, who knows Betty both professionally and personally as her niece, shares unique insights into Betty's impactful career and the legacy she is building. They reflect on...2025-02-2631 minInspiring Women with Betty CollinsScale Heights On Your TermsWhat are some surprising achievements in your own life that you never initially aimed for? How did you reach them?In this episode, I reflect on my unexpected journey from a modest beginning as an everyday accountant to becoming a shareholder and managing partner at a regional CPA firm. I share my insights and personal stories that reveal how I overcame self-doubt and embraced opportunities I once thought were impossible.Inspiring TakeawaysScaling Heights: I talk about my evolution from just wanting a job with a paycheck in 1988 to managing a significant book...2025-01-2930 minInspiring Women with Betty CollinsReflecting on Defeat: Betty Collins Shares Insights from Running for OfficeThe value of surrounding oneself with a strong support system. Who are the key people in your support system and how have they helped you achieve your goals?”I discuss the profound lessons I learned from running for city council and what it means to lose an election. My reflections are not just about politics but about the broader themes of personal growth, resilience, and the importance of building a strong support system. Timing and Flexibility: Embracing the UnexpectedOne of the primary lessons Betty emphasizes is the crucial role of timing and fl...2024-11-2741 minInspiring Women with Betty CollinsThe Launch of Fortuna Bank, From Ilaria Rawlins' Vision to Reality“Challenges Faced by Female Entrepreneurs”: “Women-owned businesses are growing at 2 times the national average. Yet on the flip side, women are, female entrepreneurs are denied 3 times more often than men for commercial loans.”— Ilaria RawlinsWe have an incredibly insightful episode featuring Ilaria Rawlins, the CEO of Fortuna Bank, a pioneering, women-owned bank in central Ohio.With over 30 years in the banking industry, Ilaria brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to the challenges women face in accessing capital and climbing the corporate ladder. I talk with Ilaria about her passion for female-focused services, the criticalit...2024-10-0940 minInspiring Women with Betty CollinsLubna Najjar on Ethical Fashion and the Future of Retail | Pt. 2Living with purpose and leaving a legacy. What do these concepts mean to you personally, and how do you strive to implement them in your life or career?I continue my conversation with the remarkable Lubna Najjar. In part two of my interview, Lubna talks about the profound impact of her book, which offers in-depth case studies on mass market manufacture, direct-to-consumer retail, marketing, and best practices in e-commerce. We explore Lubna’s unwavering commitment to ethical clothing manufacturing, empowering underprivileged girls, and her philanthropic endeavors.The Importance of Sharing Failures: “I was hesitant to s...2024-09-2536 minInspiring Women with Betty CollinsThriving Beyond Breast Cancer, From Diagnosis to Nonprofit | Pt. 2How powerful do you think mindset shifts can be in facing life-threatening illnesses or other significant challenges?I continue my conversation with Bess Hagans, the remarkable recipient of the Brady Ware Woman of Excellence Award, and founder of Thriving Beyond Breast Cancer.Bess’s life took an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with breast cancer, but she has turned that challenge into a beautiful and impactful mission. Through her nonprofit, Thriving Beyond Breast Cancer, Bess has devoted herself to supporting others who are navigating similar journeys.Bess shares the raw and heartfelt mo...2024-08-2821 minInspiring Women with Betty CollinsTransformative Career Lessons from The Five GuysI reflect through some of the most impactful lessons I’ve learned over my 40-plus-year career, thanks to five remarkable men who shaped my path.From the unwavering core values of Austin Swallow to the employee-centric approach of Randy Nipps, and from the empowering challenges posed by Gary Brown to the innovative insights of Brian Carr and Jim Kiser, each of these men has contributed to my growth in unique and invaluable ways.I share how their belief in my potential pushed me beyond my comfort zone and helped me achieve success both personally and pr...2024-06-1221 minInspiring Women with Betty CollinsUnleashing Potential: Embracing Change with Penny Zenker | Pt. 2I continue my conversation with Penny Zenker, The Focusologist, a distinguished author, and keynote speaker.After exploring impactful life lessons and personal strategies in part one, this episode focuses shifts to the concept of “gatekeepers” in our lives, how we can establish personal rules, and filters, and optimize our environment to enhance productivity and well-being.Penny draws from her extensive experience and insight to discuss how strategic thinking when combined with behavior modification, can lead to remarkable results both personally and professionally.I ask her about her books, particularly “The Productivity Zone” and “The Reset...2024-05-2226 minInspiring Women with Betty CollinsUnleashing Potential: Embracing Change with Penny Zenker | Pt. 1Let's talk about focus and resilience with our distinguished guest, Penny Zenker, The Focusologist, an internationally acclaimed speaker, business strategy coach, and bestselling author.Penny shares her transformative journey from a career in accounting and finance into the realms of technology and entrepreneurship. I talk with her about her pivotal “reset moments,” including a profound life change at the age of 19 and the influential “80-20 Rule” she learned, which emphasizes concentrating on the 20% that makes 80% of the difference in our efforts.Applying the 80/20 Rule to Reset and Refocus:** “What’s that one thing that is gonna be the most...2024-05-0832 minInspiring Women with Betty CollinsReflections on Lisa Gutierrez’s Story with Mariana Cruz-UribeWelcome back to "Inspiring Women with Betty Collins." This episode will introduce you to the incredible journey of Mari Cruz-Uribe from Brady Ware. She is a true testament to the power of impactful moments and life lessons shaping our paths.As we reflect on the valuable insights from our previous guest, Lisa Gutierrez, Mari sheds light on her experiences and growth. With a candid discussion on giving ourselves grace and the ripple effects of our actions, this conversation promises to inspire and encourage you to recognize and leverage the ripples that you're creating in your own life.2024-04-2417 minInspiring Women with Betty CollinsLessons in Business Resilience with Guest Lisa GutierrezFrom $1.50 tacos by the roadside to a thriving business empire, Dos Hermanos's journey is about grit, passion, and the right team.I have an incredible guest, Lisa Gutierrez, who turned her and her husband's vision into a reality by launching a humble food truck business that would eventually become a local sensation. Lisa's story isn't just about entrepreneurship—it's about passion, resilience, and the tenacity to build something remarkable from the ground up.As a former manager at The Cheesecake Factory and through her husband's experiences with Cameron Mitchell Restaurants, Lisa brought a wealth of in...2024-04-1125 minInspiring Women with Betty CollinsHidden In Plain View, Lessons Learned with Eileen McDargh | Pt. 2How can reflecting on our failures and taking small steps toward change be beneficial to our personal and professional growth?I again have the pleasure of hosting the incredible Eileen McDargh, author of "Gifts From The Mountain" and renowned keynote speaker. Eileen returns to share how reflecting on what we've overlooked can lead to small yet impactful positive changes. She takes us her personal journey of reconnecting with her passion for playing the piano and the modest but steady steps she took towards this pursuit.Together, we'll uncover the gems of her experiences, and I'll...2024-03-2731 minInspiring Women with Betty CollinsHidden In Plain View, Lessons Learned with Eileen McDargh | Pt. 1Challenges of Success: "Downhill is more dangerous than uphill. And when you think about that, if you are climbing the corporate ladder, it's one thing when you get to the top of the mountain, but there's something on the other side, and it's more dangerous because we become cocky. We know it all. We're not as careful as we were, and that's what happened to me." — Eileen McDarghEileen and I explore the art of reframing our toughest challenges, from personal trials such as divorce and job loss, to finding joy in unexpected places. We discuss the delicate art of...2024-03-1341 min