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The Hair TherapistJoin Our Big Hairy MissionStep inside the world of circular innovation and purpose-driven impact in this special episode featuring Ewelina Soroko, co-founder of Sustainable Salons - a social enterprise transforming the way the feel-good industry thinks about waste. From humble beginnings on a road trip around Australia to building a movement that now diverts over 2 million kilograms of salon waste from landfill, Ewelina shares the story behind the mission: to make sustainability not just a value, but a seamless part of everyday business. But the journey doesn’t stop there. Melissa takes us behind the scenes with a visit to...2025-06-231h 16
All Things Product with Teresa and PetraWhat is Product Ops?
Key Topics Covered:
What product ops is not—and why the role is often misunderstood
Different models of product ops across organizations
Product ops vs. product leadership: where’s the line?
When to hire a product ops person (and when not to)
The enabling team model from Team Topologies
Why Teresa and Petra are wary of “methodology police” in discovery
How product ops can support skill building, analytics, and communication standards
The shipyard metaphor: keeping the environment healthy for empowered teams
Coaching as a product ops responsibility—helpful or risky?
Key Takeaways:
Product ops isn't a checklist...2025-06-1022 min
All Things Product with Teresa and PetraCrafting a Conference Talk
Topics Covered:
Why more people should consider public speaking—and how to get started
How Petra approaches talk creation: mind maps, card decks, and structured rehearsal
Teresa’s top-down talk-building method focused on audience transformation
What makes a good “first talk” (hint: show your work!)
Why meetup organizers want to hear from new speakers—especially women and underrepresented voices
Tips for managing stage fright, finding your voice, and choosing your topic
How big-stage talks (like Product at Heart and Y Oslo) come together over months
The surprising power of impromptu lines—and how to leave room for them
Matching you...2025-04-1532 min
The Heir CastChef Melissa Torres (Planty Fuel Cafe) on THC - #37Send us a textIn this mouthwatering episode of The Heir Cast, we’re joined by the incredibly talented Chef Melissa Torres, a proud Puerto Rican chef and expert in the vegan culinary world. From launching a cantina-style business with prepackaged meals to now running a thriving vegan food truck that serves up favorites all across South Florida, her journey is both inspiring and delicious.We chop it up about the real differences between veganism and vegetarianism, the best vegetables for flavor and texture, and how she created a cult following for her now-famous Vegan Cu...2025-04-1458 min
The Dental MarketerNavigating Loss, Leadership, and Growth in Your Dental Startup | Dr. Melissa Torres | 548Ever wondered how to navigate life’s big challenges while single-handedly running a dental practice? In this episode of The Dental Marketer, Dr. Melissa Torres details her journey from contemplation to execution and her eventual success in the realm of dentistry. Despite the weight of decisions, self-doubts, and life's unexpected turns, Melissa persisted, primarily banking on personal introspection and journaling for clarity and direction. She exposes her innovative approach of assembling a team with less experience but a profound willingness to learn, crediting social media as a primary platform for recruitment. What You'll Learn in This...2025-03-2700 minThe Dental MarketerNavigating Loss, Leadership, and Growth in Your Dental Startup | Dr. Melissa Torres | 548Ever wondered how to navigate life’s big challenges while single-handedly running a dental practice? In this episode of The Dental Marketer, Dr. Melissa Torres details her journey from contemplation to execution and her eventual success in the realm of dentistry. Despite the weight of decisions, self-doubts, and life's unexpected turns, Melissa persisted, primarily banking on personal introspection and journaling for clarity and direction. She exposes her innovative approach of assembling a team with less experience but a profound willingness to learn, crediting social media as a primary platform for recruitment. What You'll Learn in This Epis...2025-03-2700 min
Changing Lives Through Education AbroadThe Road Ahead: A Conversation with the Forum on Education Abroad's Melissa TorresIn this episode of Changing Lives through Education Abroad, host Zac Macinnes sits down with Melissa Torres, President & CEO of the Forum on Education Abroad, to discuss her path to leadership, the Forum's evolving role in our field, and the future of education abroad. With insights into the upcoming annual conference in Toronto and new initiatives like the Beyond Polarization Residency, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone passionate about international education. Tune in for an inspiring and forward-looking discussion!
2025-03-1148 min
The Get Healthy Tampa Bay PodcastE111: Redefining Primary Care with Dr. Melissa TorresWelcome to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast! This week, I’m joined by Dr. Melissa Torres, a board-certified primary care physician who has built a family-centered concierge practice focused on root-cause medicine, lifestyle optimization, and obesity management.In this episode, Dr. Torres shares her journey from working in large healthcare organizations to starting her own practice, where she prioritizes longer patient visits, advanced metabolic testing, and a holistic approach to care. We discuss the challenges of obesity treatment, the role of inflammation in metabolic health, and why focusing on nutrition, movement, and stress management is key to...2025-02-2627 min