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Per Her PerspectiveTeri Bassman of Bassman Blaine talks about how clarity and accountability drive business growthIn this insightful episode of Per Her Perspective, host Marla Noel sits down with Teri Bassman, Chief Culture Officer and co-owner of Bassman Blaine, a family-led home furnishings company that has been shaping the industry since 1984. From growing up as an IBM “transfer kid” who had to make new friends every couple of years, to helping lead a company through recessions, rapid growth, and a global pandemic, Teri shares how adaptability, integrity, and clear priorities became the backbone of her leadership.Marla and Teri explore how Bassman Blaine evolved from a scrappy sales agency into a respected, peop...
2025-12-0247 min
Per Her PerspectiveFrom Clarity to Culture: Teri Bassman on Building a Values-Driven Legacy at Bassman BlaineIn this insightful episode of Per Her Perspective, host Marla Noel sits down with Teri Bassman, Chief Culture Officer and co-owner of Bassman Blaine, a family-led home furnishings company that has been shaping the industry since 1984. From growing up as an IBM “transfer kid” who had to make new friends every couple of years, to helping lead a company through recessions, rapid growth, and a global pandemic, Teri shares how adaptability, integrity, and clear priorities became the backbone of her leadership.Marla and Teri explore how Bassman Blaine evolved from a scrappy sales agency into a respected, peop...
2025-11-2546 minPer Her PerspectiveOld Soul, New Vision: How Britt Houd Leads a Multigenerational BusinessIn this powerful episode of Per Her Perspective, host Marla Noel sits down with Britt Houd, owner of AlphaGraphics West Houston, to explore how a small-town girl, childhood cancer survivor, and lifelong daydreamer grew into a grounded, heart-centered leader.Britt shares how stepping into her family’s print and marketing business became an unexpected path to entrepreneurship, and how she has reshaped the company into a people-first, culture-driven operation. Marla and Britt talk about the realities of running a multi-generational business, the role of energy and enthusiasm in growth, and why honest conversations and accountability matter so mu...
2025-11-1839 minPer Her PerspectiveSafety First, Quality Always: Building a Values-Driven Company with Carolina AlvarezWhen Carolina Alvarez’s client told her she had 30 days to start her own business or lose the contract, she didn’t hesitate. With a newborn at home and no safety net, she said yes and turned that leap of faith into two thriving, women and minority owned companies: J&S Building Maintenance and J&S Construction Cleanup.In this episode, host Marla Noel dives into Carolina’s journey, unpacking how courage, competitiveness, and people-first leadership became the foundation for her success. A lifelong athlete, Carolina shares how sports shaped her drive, discipline, and teamwork - lesson...
2025-11-1147 minPer Her PerspectiveIntegrity, Impact, and Inspiration: Becky Robbins on Building a Life and Business You LoveIn this heartfelt episode of Per Her Perspective, host Marla Noel sits down with Becky Robbins, WPO Chapter Chair for Northern Colorado and Houston, to explore a remarkable journey of resilience, leadership, and lifelong purpose.From humble beginnings as the eldest of eight in a working-class family to leading global consulting projects across continents, Becky shares how integrity, communication, and vision shaped her career and her life.Together, Marla and Becky discuss what it means to hold people accountable with compassion, create success through language, and lead with kindness in an increasingly divided world. Becky...
2025-11-0542 minPer Her PerspectiveMenopause, Brain Fog, and Building a Business at Midlife: Insights from Dr. Arianna Sholes-DouglasBehind many thriving women-led businesses is a leader navigating the realities of perimenopause and midlife change. In this episode, Marla Noel sits down with Dr. Arianna Sholes-Douglas, board-certified OB/GYN, integrative women’s health expert, author of The Menopause Myth, and founder of Tula Wellness & Aesthetics, to talk candidly about hormone health, brain fog, intimacy, and the business systems that keep leaders steady through it all.Together, they unpack the “myths” that leave women unprepared in their late 30s and 40s, why evidence-based hormone therapy and intimate wellness matter for performance at work, and how Dr. Ariann...
2025-10-2854 minPer Her PerspectiveConstruction, Leadership, and Low-Drama Business Growth with Pete FowlerBehind every successful business is a story of grit, growth, and lessons learned. In this episode, Marla Noel sits down with Pete Fowler, founder of Pete Fowler Construction Services, to explore how he built a nationwide consulting firm rooted in integrity and discipline.Together, Pete and Marla wrote the book on healthy leadership, Drama Free Management, where they outline practical ways to transform high-drama workplaces into high-performance teams. That same philosophy runs through their conversation as Pete reflects on the values that drive his company and shares what construction leaders and entrepreneurs can learn about risk management...
2025-10-2248 minPer Her PerspectiveWTF, Reframed: Danielle Sprouls on Turning Curveballs into CatalystsMost leaders experience “WTF moments”—those unexpected disruptions that force a decision between reaction and intentional pivot. For Danielle Sprouls, founder of Unscripted Pivots LLC and author of WTF: Women That Flourish, those moments became the foundation of a leadership framework centered on turning fear into fuel, failure into wisdom, and focus into momentum.In this episode, host Marla Noel explores how Danielle reframes fear through her “Worth The Fear” philosophy, showing how forward movement often begins in discomfort. She discusses the discipline behind narrowing priorities instead of chasing every opportunity, and how concepts like “Win Tiny First” creat...
2025-10-1550 minPer Her PerspectiveFrom Gymnastics to Giving Back: Carly Markesich on Building Legacy Through LeadershipWhen a tropical storm swept through Houston just days after she opened her first gymnastics gym, Carly Markesich faced the kind of test that defines an entrepreneur’s spirit. Instead of walking away, she rebuilt, turning an early setback into the foundation for Discover Gymnastics, a thriving business she led for 26 years before selling to one of her longtime employees.In this episode, Marla Noel talks with Carly about the evolution of that journey: from bootstrapping with a $50,000 loan and learning to navigate cash flow, to creating systems and staff training programs that made her business stronger an...
2025-10-0752 minPer Her PerspectiveTaking Control of Your Financial Future: Simple Steps for Lasting Security with Marla NoelEvery secure financial future begins with the decision to take control today. In this episode, host Marla Noel shares her passion for personal financial planning, offering clear, practical guidance to help listeners build confidence with their money, whether they’re just starting out in their 20s or rethinking goals later in life.Drawing on her expertise as a CPA, business owner, and university instructor, Marla breaks down the essentials: budgeting, saving, managing debt, understanding 401(k) benefits, and setting SMART financial goals. She also explains how to create a personal financial statement, why quarterly check-ins matter, and the st...
2025-10-0224 minPer Her PerspectiveTurning Purpose into Impact: How Dr. Nicole Odom-Hardnett is Changing Behavioral HealthEvery thriving company begins with a founder willing to take risks and solve real problems. In this episode, Marla Noel sits down with Dr. Nicole Odom-Hardnett, the powerhouse behind FocusPoint Behavioral Health, to explore how she transformed a small practice into a multi-location enterprise—and why franchising is the next step in expanding access to care nationwide.Dr. Odom-Hardnett opens up about the early obstacles that tested her resilience, from navigating licensing delays to managing financial strain, and the turning points that set FocusPoint on a growth path. She also reflects on the power of mentorship, the ro...
2025-09-2351 min
Critical Mass Business Talk Show | Orange County’s Longest-Running Business Talk ShowCritical Mass Business Talk Show: Ric Franzi Interviews Marla Noel, Founder of OC Growth Advisors (Episode 1590)As founder of OC Growth Advisors, Marla works with business owners and their employees to improve focus and processes for growth and greater profitability. She has run several successful organizations, including one she sold in 2015 for 15 times EBITDA. Marla has served on multiple non-profit boards as well as two for-profit Boards. She is also a chapter chair for WPO, Women Presidents’ Organization, which is an international organization of women business owners.
Marla’s clients range from service industries to construction to manufacturing, in the $2 million to $50 million range. Her clients say she helps keep them focused on the...
2025-05-1524 min
The Ageless TravelerInto Africa with Marla Noel: Cape Town, South Africa and Kenya SafarisAsk Adriane"Africa is like the Wild West… it's open and untamed." – Marla Noel Join Adriane Berg in this special episode of the Ageless Traveler as she celebrates the podcast's first anniversary with guest Marla Noel. Delve into the wonders of Africa as Marla shares her experiences on safari in Kenya and South Africa, offering a glimpse into the unique wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and cultural richness of the continent. Gain insights into crafting unforgettable safari journeys, from the exhilarating wildlife encounters to the cultural richness of Nairobi and Cape Town. As a seas...
2024-11-2635 min
CINECAST - Sorties cinéma, streaming & VODThe Merry Gentlemen : Noël tombe la chemiseNotre critique du film "The Merry Gentlemen" réalisé par Peter Sullivan avec Chad Michael Murray, Britt Robertson et Marla Sokoloff.Abonnez-vous au podcast CINECAST sur la plateforme de votre choix : https://smartlink.ausha.co/cinecast --- Titre : The Merry GentlemenSortie : 20 Novembre 2024 (Netflix)Réalisé par Peter SullivanAvec : Chad Michael Murray, Britt Robertson et Marla SokoloffSynopsis : Pour sauver le petit lieu de spe...
2024-11-2311 min
Flop of the HeapSail Away - "A Cruise to Nowhere"Special Guest Host Connor McAndrews joins John to discuss this titanic Broadway flop!Music by Nöel CowardLyrics by Nöel CowardBook by Nöel CowardDirection by Nöel CowardPoster Design by Nöel CowardCasting by Nöel CowardRe-casting by Nöel CowardStarring Elaine Stritch (and some other people).Opened on Broadway October 3, 1961
2024-05-061h 10
Lean And Clean With Fitness Chef ChristineEp 35 From Culinary Adventures to Motherhood: Chef Marla’s Journey, Slow Food Philosophy, and Raising a Food-Loving Toddler!Join Chef Marla in this insightful podcast episode as she shares her culinary journey, emphasizes the slow food philosophy, and discusses the joys and challenges of raising her toddler with a passion for wholesome meals.
2024-01-0515 min
Interviews with InnocenceWhen God Rings the Doorbell With Noel KeatingIn the latest episode, Noel Keating delves into the transformative power of meditation and its ability to facilitate a profound connection with our authentic selves. By sharing his valuable insights, he highlights how the regular practice of meditation enables us to access and embrace our deepest essence, allowing us to attain a greater sense of self-awareness and inner harmony. For more information on this episode, please visit: https://www.interviewswithinnocence.com/blog/189
2023-07-271h 05
Teatro Vila VelhaHistórias de Vovó Candinha | EPISÓDIO 10O audiobook “Histórias de Vovó Candinha” é uma iniciativa voltada principalmente para crianças a partir de 5 anos de idade e conta com 50 histórias tipicamente brasileiras escritas e narradas pela atriz e escritora Sonia Robatto. As histórias que compõem o audiobook foram selecionadas entre as 365 da coleção de fascículos lançados pela Editora Abril “Nana Nenê, uma história para cada dia”. Neste projeto vocês podem encontrar histórias criadas pela autora e histórias tradicionais brasileiras a fim de divertir, fazer sonhar e refletir. Ao todo, são aproximadamente 150 minutos de histórias contadas e reun...
2021-03-2016 min
Women of Substance Music Podcast#1142 Music by Casey Noel, Laura-May Azpiazu, Amber Fenex, Shingai, Riverhouse Music feat. Rachel Lilian & Marla May, Milena Estelle & Lef Germenlis, Westberg, B.Still, Swift Timmy, Love LEETo get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit This show includes the following songs: Casey Noel - Pretty Words Laura-May Azpiazu - Hot Spot Amber Fenex - Brighter Day Shingai - Alive Riverhouse Music feat. Rachel Lilian & Marla May - Wild Imaginations Milena Estelle & Lef Germenlis - Free Westberg - Anxiety B.Still - Day I Met You Swift Timmy - Just Another Fork Along The Road Love LEE - Bare My Soul For Music Biz Resources Visit Visit our Sponsor Bandzoogle at: Visit our Sponsor Indie Bible: Visit our Sponsor MC at: Visit our Sponsor...
2020-09-0452 min
Archaic PodcastArchaic Podcast 154 - Nóel KRSNacido en Avilés en 1980, empieza a interesarse por la música hacia 1995, es dj en un radio local hasta 1998, en el año 2000 adquiere sus primeros vinilos, de techno, ya que esta muy influenciado por la época de la Real y por djs como Oscar Mulero, Jeff Mills, Oliver Ho, Dave Clarke, entre otros.
Su primera actuación se remonta al 2009 en La Coruña y a partir de ahí ha actuado en diversas salas y ciudades, que le han servido, para ser,residente en varias salas de Asturias y Galicia.
Gracias a su buen hacer ha podido compartir cabina...
2017-05-051h 41