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Courageous Dreamers Win13. Trust the Fast YesOvernight success is a myth, but when alignment shows up, it moves fast. This episode is a reminder that dreams rarely unfold the way we expect them to. Nesha shares how her recent decision to buy a beach condo, a long-held dream quietly sitting on her vision board, came together in a matter of days. On the surface, it looked spontaneous. In reality, it was years in the making. She talks about the role of timing, the slow build behind what looks like fast progress, and the importance of listening to yo...2025-07-0911 min
Courageous Dreamers Win12. The Courage to Say NoSaying no is one of the most courageous things you can do when you’re done settling for a life that doesn't fit. This episode is a real and honest look at what it takes to stop overcommitting and start making choices that actually feel right. Nesha Pai opens up about her own turning point, when she realized that saying yes to everything was costing her the very life she wanted to build. What happens when your calendar looks full but your soul feels empty? How do you tell the difference between something that’s safe...2025-06-2510 min
Courageous Dreamers Win11. Courage Doesn’t SettleMost people don’t realize they’ve settled until one day they look around and wonder how they ended up with a life that doesn’t quite fit. Nesha shares what surfaced during her final week in Paris - a mix of reflection, healing, and a moment of clarity that hit her during a mastermind retreat. When asked how she’s shown courage in her life, she didn’t have a tidy answer. But then her coach pointed out something she hadn’t fully seen: she doesn’t settle. And that realization cracked something open. Nesha starts un...2025-06-1114 min
Reforge Your Life with Joe RiveraEP 20: Accidentally on Purpose: The Entrepreneurial Plot Twists of Nesha PaiWhat would you do if, on your way to receive cancer treatment, you were literally hit by a FedEx truck—after surviving personal heartbreak, a nervous breakdown, and the devastating loss of your sister? In this riveting episode of the Reforge Your Life show, host Joe Rivera sits down with author, speaker, and Pi CPA founder Nesha Pai, whose jaw-dropping resilience will leave you inspired and rethinking the limitations you've set on your own life.Key Highlights:The "Jerry Maguire" Leap: Nesha shares the incredible story of quitting he...2025-05-2943 min
The Self-Employed LifeNesha Pai - Courageous Dreamers Win In this episode of the Self-Employed Life, I had the great privilege of speaking with Nesha Pai, author of the book “Overcoming Ordinary Obstacles”. Nesha shared how she transitioned from running a fully remote accounting firm to empowering others to pursue their boldest dreams. She further explains how personal tragedies deepened her mission. We explored the difference between courage and bravery, the “Four C’s” framework she uses to guide dreamers into bold action, and how cultivating personal style and daily confidence practices can help us show up as the person we’re becoming. Nesha’s story is a great remi...2025-05-2841 min
Courageous Dreamers Win10. Courageous Solo Travel (for Women)Solo travel can be one of the most radical ways a woman learns to trust herself, hear herself, and build a life that actually fits. In this episode, Nesha Pai shares how a solo trip to Paris turned into part-time living, and why she believes every woman should try traveling alone at least once. She talks about the years of intentional choices that made this possible, from starting her own business to setting aside $25 at a time for a travel fund. None of it happened overnight. But over time, it added up to something bigger: a...2025-05-2113 min
Big Freakin' ChangeOvercoming Ordinary Obstacles | Ep. 014 w/ Nesha PaiIn this episode of Big Freaking Change, host Cara Moeller Poppitt interviews Nesha Pai, founder of Pai CPA and author of “Overcoming Ordinary Obstacles”. Nesha shares her journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship and discusses the importance of core values, and how intentionality plays a crucial role in navigating life's challenges. She emphasizes the significance of empowerment, integrity, and the need to break barriers in business. Nesha also reflects on her personal transformation through adversity and offers valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.Nesha’s Links:Website: https://www.neshapai.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagra...2025-05-2125 min
Courageous Dreamers Win09. The Proximity EffectYour growth will never outpace your environment. In this episode, Nesha Pai breaks down why proximity is power, and how the people you spend time with are quietly shaping your mindset, energy, and success. If you’ve ever felt stuck, uninspired, or like your dreams are “too much” for the people around you, it might be time to audit your circle. From redefining her own champion circle to building a business rooted in aligned relationships, Nesha shares personal stories and practical steps for finding the right rooms and protecting your energy. You’ll l...2025-05-0711 min
The Art of SuccessionThe Unexpected Value - and Timing - of Keeping Your BusinessIn this episode of The Art of Succession podcast, host Barrett Young interviews Nesha Pai, founder of Pai CPA and international public speaker. Nesha shares her journey of building a successful CPA firm and her decision to turn down an acquisition offer despite receiving her asking price, revealing important lessons about business value beyond financial metrics.Building a Valuable BusinessAfter being denied a raise due to a "mom gap" in her resume, Nesha quit her job at a local CPA firm in 2011 and started her own practice. Over 14 years, she built a firm serving 75 clients...2025-05-0656 min
Courageous Dreamers Win08. The Alchemy of ClarityClarity isn’t about having all the answers; it’s about finally hearing the truth that’s been waiting inside you. What if the fog you keep running into isn’t a barrier, but an invitation? In this episode, Nesha Pai sits down with Emily Paul, the founder of Aum Holistic Healing Arts, to talk about what it really means to come home to yourself. Through her work rooted in Daoism, alchemy, and intuitive guidance, Emily helps people reconnect with their purpose, not by chasing something outside themselves, but by learning to listen inward. 2025-04-2333 min
Courageous Dreamers Win07. Build Your Courage Through FearConfidence doesn’t come first. You earn it by doing the things that scare you. Fear has a way of showing up right before something meaningful. So how do you move forward when it feels safer to stay still? In this episode, Nesha Pai talks about the power of courage and why doing the hard, scary things is the only way to build real confidence. Through stories of joining an MMA gym, performing in a dance competition, and traveling solo, she shares how pushing past fear changed her from the inside out...2025-04-0912 min
Courageous Dreamers Win06. SELF-LOVE Isn’t SelfishSelf-love isn’t a luxury or a trend. It’s a daily decision to treat yourself with the same kindness you offer everyone else. In this episode, Nesha Pai breaks down what self-love truly means and why it’s central to living a fulfilling life. She reflects on her own upbringing in East Tennessee, where societal pressures made self-acceptance difficult, and shares how learning to turn inward with grace and honesty changed everything. Nesha challenges the idea that self-love is about bubble baths and affirmations. Instead, she reframes it as an ongoing practice built on how we...2025-03-2616 min
Courageous Dreamers Win05. Getting LIT with Dr. Jeff KarpYour mind is your most powerful tool. Nesha Pai welcomes Dr. Jeff Karp, a Harvard Medical School professor and author of “LIT: Life Ignition Tools,” to talk about how small, intentional shifts can spark creativity, resilience, and meaningful change. The key to a more fulfilling life isn’t about doing more, but about thinking differently. Dr. Karp explains how simple daily choices—setting an intention, embracing failure, and staying present—can open doors to unexpected growth. He reflects on his own struggles with learning and self-doubt, revealing how they shaped his understanding of resilience and the role of...2025-03-1948 min
Courageous Dreamers Win04. Make Gratitude A HabitGratitude shapes the way we see our challenges, our progress, and the road ahead. But how often do we actually pause and acknowledge how far we’ve come? Nesha Pai explores how gratitude and self-reflection can shift your mindset and help you find meaning in both the highs and the lows. She reminds us that gratitude isn’t reserved for big wins. It’s found in the small, everyday moments that often go unnoticed. What if paying attention to those moments could change the way you experience life? Self-reflection plays a key role in this proces...2025-03-1210 min
Courageous Dreamers Win03. How My Part Time Paris Living Dream Became A RealityMost people think long-term travel is out of reach, but what if the biggest obstacle is just figuring out how to make it happen? Nesha Pai always dreamed of living in Paris, but for years, life got in the way—work, family, responsibilities. Sound familiar? In this episode, she shares how she stopped waiting for the perfect time and started creating a plan. She breaks down the practical steps that turned her three-month stay in Paris into reality, from building a remote business to shifting financial priorities and setting a clear budget. Nesha also introduces th...2025-02-1210 min
Courageous Dreamers Win02. Put Your Dreams Into ActionMost people dream, but only a few take the bold, consistent actions needed to turn those dreams into reality. Are you ready to be one of them? Nesha Pai is indeed back, and in this episode, she talks about the foundational elements that help transform dreams into success. She breaks it down into four key pillars: courage, clarity, commitment, and champions. Courage drives action, clarity provides the roadmap, commitment ensures steady progress, and champions offer essential support along the way. Pointing out that only 8% of people achieve their dreams, Nesha showcases the power of intentional...2025-01-2908 min
Courageous Dreamers Win01. How Do Courageous Dreamers Win?Dreaming big isn’t easy, but with courage, clarity, commitment, and champions, it’s always possible. In this first episode of Courageous Dreamers Win, Nesha Pai opens up about the resilience required to chase a clear life vision, even when life throws its hardest challenges. Reflecting on her journey through personal loss, illness, and rebranding her podcast, Nesha points out how staying committed to your dreams can turn even the toughest storms into stepping stones. Nesha introduces four essential pillars—clarity, courage, commitment, and champions—that can help you build the life you envision. From uncoveri...2025-01-1511 min
Pharmacist's VoiceNesha Pai Discusses the Dr. Asha Pai Scholarship for Excellence in PharmacyToday’s episode is an interview with Nesha Pai, Dr. Asha Pai Bohannon’s sister. Nesha is an entrepreneur and CPA from Charlotte, North Carolina. During our interview, we walk down memory lane and talk about Asha first. Then, Nesha discusses the Dr. Asha Pai Scholarship for Excellence in Pharmacy. Nesha established the scholarship in conjunction with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy’s PharmD Program. Creating the scholarship gave Nesha a way to heal and use the tragedy of Asha’s unexpected death for good. To donate...2024-12-1332 min
Courageous Dreamers Win59. Jane Bertch - La Cuisine Paris“We all have the right to try something different, to express ourselves, to challenge ourselves,” says Jane Bertch, owner of La Cuisine Paris and author of the memoir “The French Ingredient.” In this episode, she joins Nesha Pai to share her journey from banking to entrepreneurship in Paris. Jane explains how a vision during a low point in her life led her to create La Cuisine Paris, overcoming skepticism from her family and the French community. She emphasizes the importance of listening to the universe and dreaming big, even in challenging times. This episode also delves in...2024-07-2435 min
Courageous Dreamers Win58. Sripal Jain - India's #1 Accountant“For me, success is that you really enjoy certain things and then you don’t even complain about it,” says Sripal Jain, a first-generation entrepreneur and co-founder of Simandhar Education. In this episode, Sripal shares his journey from working at corporate giants to founding an educational institute that offers alternative certifications and practical skills for accounting graduates in India. Sripal discusses his motivation behind Simandhar Education, addressing the high failure rate of the Indian Chartered Accountancy exam and limited career options for graduates. He emphasizes the importance of mentorship and practical skills to complement theoretical knowled...2024-06-1734 min
Strong Mind, Strong BodyHow to Set Yourself Up for Financial SuccessOn this episode, join host Angie Miller, MS, and her featured guest, Nesha Pai, founder of Pai CPA, PLLC, on this "Strong Mind, Strong Body.”You’ll learn practical strategies and insights to empower your financial journey. From goal setting to mindful spending, Angie and Nesha provide actionable tips to cultivate a strong financial mindset and lay the foundation for sustained financial success.Join us for a conversation that bridges the gap between financial fear and financial abundance.If you like what you just consumed, leave us a 5-star review, and share this epis...2024-06-0526 min
Make Business Personal#15: Exploring Bookkeeping with Nesha PaiIn this episode of Make Business Personal, Nesha Pai, founder of Pai CPA, talks about the importance of accounting for small businesses. Nesha emphasizes the need to understand financial statements, use of accounting software, and having a well-organized chart of accounts. The conversation provides valuable insights for small business owners looking to improve their accounting practices.The range of knowing your financial statements content covered in The Accelerator program 1:08The top three things entrepreneurs need to know about financial statements when running their business 3:05One action you want all listeners to take right now in their entrepreneurial journey 8:25...2024-06-0414 min
Nurture Small BusinessNesha Pai: Kicking Your Obstacles to the CurbWhat is adversity? It’s life’s way of testing whether we’re worthy of an epic comeback story we’re destined to tell. Today’s guest is the definition of a persistent, self-made woman. As a single mother working in accounting, she faced numerous obstacles, ultimately leading her to resign from her job and embark on a journey of establishing her own thriving business. Meet Nesha Pai, CPA, owner and CEO of Pai CPA, LLC, and author of the award-winning book “Overcoming Ordinary Obstacles”. She is also an international speaker, motivating women and entrepreneurs to pursue their dreams by prov...2024-04-0824 min
Talk Of Fame PodcastThe Power of Storytelling: Nesha Pais Guide to Embracing Your Journey and Inspiring OthersThe Talk of Fame Podcast got to have to chat with Nesha Pai who is a CPA, business owner, author, and keynote speaker with a passion for numbers and a heart for courageous business. She guides women into their power, personally and professionally. Through her own lived experiences and resources, she has helped many women (and a few men!) rediscover their passion and face the pivotal changes necessary to finally live the life of their dreams. Nesha opened her accounting firm, Pai CPA, in 2011 and made it her mission to empower women through hiring. Due to its fully remote...2023-11-0729 min
Courageous Dreamers Win57. Tamara Edwards- PR + Personal Branding ExpertTamara Edwards, Founder and Principal of Tamara Edwards and Co., spent a decade working in public relations for several prominent congressmen in Washington, DC, a fast-paced, highly-choreographed environment that required a great deal of nimbleness and strategic thinking. Once she moved back to her native Chicago, she realized that communication in the rest of the world took on a very different form from the esoteric manner of “the beltway,” yet the same elements for developing political campaigns could also be applied to creating PR packages and personal branding strategies for entrepreneurs. Now, Tamara offers Personal Brand in a Bo...2023-09-2037 min
Bold Goal Crusher PodcastEp 179. A Year of Focus Equals Big Results with Guest Nesha PaiIntroduction:
In this exciting episode, we welcome back a repeat guest, Nesha, a first-generation Indian American from the South. Her life has been filled with challenges, including facing racism, sexism, and mental health struggles while navigating marriage, divorce, and single motherhood. However, she transformed these obstacles into opportunities, and we explore her inspiring journey in this conversation.
Episode Highlights:
Nesha's journey started when she left her job after a boss denied her a raise due to a perceived "mom gap" in her resume. Determined to create a better life, she started her accounting fir...2023-09-1428 min
Courageous Dreamers Win56. Megan Sumrell-The Pink BeeAs an entrepreneur, are you struggling to effectively manage your time? Well then, you’re not alone! In today’s episode of Piece of the Pai, host Nesha Pai sits down with Megan Sumrell, owner of The Pink Bee to discuss the importance of weekly planning and how to reimagine the concept of self-care so you can prevent overbooking and feel confident about your commitments. Prior you commit to chasing your grand aspirations, Megan suggests learning how to first conquer your daily and weekly challenges. By setting yourself up for success on a weekly basis, you are able...2023-09-0636 min
Courageous Dreamers Win55. Ashley Theis - The Constant Wayfarer, Luxury Travel AdvisorIn this episode, host Nesha Pai engages in a heartfelt conversation with Ashley Theis, renowned as The Constant Wayfarer. Their conversation dives into Ashley's remarkable journey as a travel concierge and the hurdles she overcame while building her own enterprise. Unveiling the misconceptions surrounding travel agents, Ashley explains the invaluable contributions they make to the happiness of their clientele. Ashley's journey testifies to the strength of pursuing passion and embracing risks. After working in various jobs, she courageously pursued her dream of becoming a travel advisor. The genesis of her agency, The Constant Wayfarer, was met with s...2023-08-2339 min
Courageous Dreamers Win54. April Simpkins - Chief HR Officer + Mental Health AdvocateApril Simpkins, Chief Human Resources Officer for Quest Co, is on a mission to break the stigma surrounding mental illness and promote mental wellness in the workplace. Following the passing of her beloved daughter, Cheslie Kryst, Miss USA 2019, who battled depression for years, April has since dedicated her life to advocating for mental health. With unwavering conviction, she calls for the normalization of conversations about mental health in the workplace, urging employers to create a safe haven for employees to openly express their struggles without fear of judgment or stigma. From interviews to onboarding, April advocates for o...2023-08-0929 min
Courageous Dreamers Win53. Tali Kogan - Stylist & Empowerment Coach“We women operate the best when we feel the best. When you've put this amazing outfit on that makes you feel amazing, this is when you become magnetic, and this is when you become unstoppable,” shares Tali Kogan, Chicago-based premier fashion stylist, empowerment coach and founder of Tel Aviv Couture. Fifteen years ago, Tali was an overweight accountant wearing dark, baggy clothes to hide her unhappiness. When she began to change her physical appearance, she stepped into her full feminine power and her entire life transformed. Now she empowers other women to shine authentically through her styling process, ‘calling forth...2023-07-2633 min
Courageous Dreamers Win52. Edith de Belleville-Your Paris Tour Guide“That's what I call the Paris effect. You were in Paris, and you changed,” shares Edith de Belleville, native Parisian, official Paris tour guide, University professor, and published author. Edith spent many years as an attorney before deciding at the age of 50 to return to university for her official tour guide license. Now, she shares her love of Paris and its fascinating history with tourists in French, Spanish, and English. Deeply inspired by Parisian women of the past, Edith wrote her first book, in French, entitled The Beautiful Rebels of Paris ("Belles et Rebelle" Editions du 81). This was followed by he...2023-07-1231 min
Courageous Dreamers Win51. R. Michael Anderson“I was trying so hard to be who I thought other people wanted me to be. I spent so much energy wanting to be accepted or wanting to look cool or look successful, but that wasn't authentic,” explains R. Michael Anderson, serial software entrepreneur, author, leadership coach, and speaker with advanced degrees in psychology and neuroscience. Michael went from being a self-proclaimed ‘bad leader’ to quite literally writing the book on leadership mindset. Learning how to be a more effective and authentic leader was life changing for Michael, and now he aims to help other leaders put their egos aside an...2023-05-1733 min
Courageous Dreamers Win50. Meredith Dean“Even as a young person, I was in rooms where I never thought I would be. So I said, ‘If I can do this, I bet other students can also do it’,” shares Meredith Dean, founder of The Deans List, a Charlotte-based digital branding and career consulting agency focused on building a strong community of empowered individuals. Meredith started The Dean’s List as a side hustle while working a full-time job with Levine Children’s Hospital and has recently moved to running her business full-time. Now, she empowers entrepreneurs of primarily female and minority owned small businesses to make their d...2023-05-0430 min
The Naked Leadership PodcastCliff Notes: E155 How To Know Your Real Impact with Nesha PaiWhat impact are we making? Do we really know? Or are we disconnected from it blinded by the fantasy of our vision?
In this conversation, we sit down with Nesha Pai, who is a brilliant and heart-centered CPA and entrepreneur. Nesha shares her back story of what moved her into working with company owners and executives to guide them through the financial world of the business, and how it relates to them.
Nesha's passion stems from who she aims to be, and in this episode, she gets real-time feedback on her impact and if it's a...2023-04-2804 minThe Naked Leadership PodcastE155 How To Know Your Real Impact with Nesha PaiWhat impact are we making? Do we really know? Or are we disconnected from it blinded by the fantasy of our vision?
In this conversation, we sit down with Nesha Pai, who is a brilliant and heart-centered CPA and entrepreneur. Nesha shares her back story of what moved her into working with company owners and executives to guide them through the financial world of the business, and how it relates to them.
Nesha's passion stems from who she aims to be, and in this episode, she gets real-time feedback on her impact and if it's a...2023-04-2550 min
Courageous Dreamers Win49. Brittney Bogues“With a PR team, you don't only look at media outlets. You look at other stakeholders that you're trying to reach in other ways that they get their other media or their news, and what are other creative ways that we can reach them that don't call for a paid advertisement,” explains Brittney Bogues, serial entrepreneur and founder of Bogues Group. Brittney decided to open her own consulting firm after noticing a gap in marketing and branding for athletes and falling in love with PR. Now, her firm provides PR, marketing, and branding services for clients from all backgrounds incl...2023-04-1921 min
Courageous Dreamers Win48. Amy Pocsik - Bold Moves Coaching“This is your one life. And if you're not enjoying what you're doing, your clients are going to feel that, whoever you work with is going to feel that. So let's see how good we can let it get,” shares Amy Pocsik, owner of Bold Moves Coaching and Women’s Business League, a national community for women entrepreneurs. Amy spent a decade working as a CPA, but after going on maternity leave, she knew she did not want to go back to her old position. She felt a calling to do more with her skills and had a large desire...2023-04-0533 min
The Type C PersonalityOvercoming Ordinary Obstacles with Nesha PaiOn this epsidoe, we are delighted to host the multi-talented Nesha Pai. Nesha wears a ton of hats - she is a CPA, owns a fast-growing accounting firm called Pai CPA; she wrote a wonderful book called Overcoming Ordinary Obstacles; she has a great podcast called Piece of the Pai where she interviews entrepreneurs; and she’s embarked on a new path of speaking - her talks are all about mindset and how she overcame her own ordinary obstacles - which included dealing with racism, sexism, mental health challenges, a personal religious crisis, divorce, and single motherhood.
He...2023-03-2828 min
Courageous Dreamers WinKylie Peters of RAYNE IX and The One Hundred CollectiveThe path to finding your place as an entrepreneur rarely looks like a straight line. Kiley Peters started her first small business, Brainchild when she was 30, before making a pivot several years later driven by her evolving vision. The door that was Brainchild closed so that Kiley could open the door wide open on her current business, RAYNE IX. Kiley and RAYNE IX help women small business owners build businesses that are not only successful but in alignment with their personal goals as well. The combining of personal goals to professional goals is what sets Kiley apart2023-03-0138 min
Courageous Dreamers Win46. Gianna Biscontini - Lifestyle DesignerConventional paths to "success" can often look the same: go to school, get the degree, get the job, and (if you're a woman) get the husband and kids at a certain age. But what if we could let go of society’s expectations of us and its predetermined paths? What if we could break free of the boundaries of “having to be liked?” What if we could… give less fucks? Today’s guest on Piece of the Pai is Gianna Biscontini, the author of “Fuckless: A Guide to Wild, Unencumbered Freedom” and a Board-Certified Behavioral Analyst. Gianna joins host Nes...2023-02-1541 min
Courageous Dreamers Win45. Julian Reeve - Hamilton Musical Director, Founder of Perfect EquilibriumAt the highest levels of achievement, the payoffs of all your talent and hard work can be incredible. The dangers of the uncompromising drive for perfection, however, can be full of danger and pitfalls. Our guest today on Piece of the Pai is Julian Reeve, the former musical director of the red-hot Broadway musical Hamilton, is also the founder of Perfect Equilibrium, a coaching and methodology service that works with high-achieving creatives and entrepreneurs. After conducting a performance of Hamilton in San Francisco one evening, Julian fell victim to a heart attack. After recovering, it wa...2023-02-0143 min
Courageous Dreamers Win44. Judi Holler, Author of "Fear is My Homeboy"There's very few times where we as entrepreneurs won't face some form of fear. Perhaps it's the fear of stepping into the unknown of small business ownership, maybe it's fear of rejection of proposals, or usually it's the far-too-familiar imposter syndrome that haunts so many. Fortunately for us, today's guest allows us to recognize fear, acknowledge it, and make fear "our homeboy." Judi Holler is the author of Fear is My Homeboy, as well as a motivational speaker and business coach who has worked with clients from Ford to Sprint to Marriott and many more in between...2023-01-181h 01
Courageous Dreamers Win42. Britnye Shore of The BardotIt's the unique vision that sets any great entrepreneur apart from the crowd. Oftentimes, that vision is born through the individual experiences of that person, and shape them in ways both big and small. For Britnye Shore, founder and CEO of The Bardot, her entrepreneurial vision was molded during her time working in a series of salons and wedding planning companies. Through those first-hand experiences, Britnye discovered her passion for helping support women in creating the most perfect vision for their own big day. Britnye Shore joins host Nesha Pai on today's episode of Piece of the...2023-01-1130 min
Courageous Dreamers Win43. Dan Tocchini and Adrian Koehler of Take New Ground and The Naked Leadership PodcastLet's face it: the higher you climb towards your personal and professional goals, the more leadership becomes an essential skill. The ability to create a collective will from separate parts and focus it towards a singular goal is not easy, and it must be earned. Today's guests on Piece of the Pai have decades of experience helping coach leaders and visionaries from some of the world's most successful companies. Dan Tocchini and Adrian Koehler are co-founders of Take New Ground, an executive leadership consulting and coaching firm based in Los Angeles and Idaho. In their time together...2023-01-0546 min
Bold Goal Crusher PodcastEp 102. Set up a strong financial foundation for your business with guest Nesha PaiGet ready for a powerhouse guest! Nesha ia a first-generation Indian American who was raised in the south, and she has had her fair share of facing and overcoming obstacles - dealing with racism and sexism throughout her life. She has endured mental health struggles and a personal religious identity crisis all while navigating marriage, divorce, and single motherhood. But she credits these challenges as the catalyst for her success. Nesha opened her accounting firm, Pai CPA, in 2011 and made it her mission to empower women through hiring stay-at-home moms. She has great pride in owning a business that su...2022-12-1532 min
Courageous Dreamers Win41. Khaleel Loyd of Loyd VisualsSometimes entrepreneurship runs in the family. That's certainly the case with Khaleel Loyd, the co-founder, CEO and big brother to the three Loyd brothers that make up Loyd Visuals. Founded in Charlotte in 2016, Loyd Visuals creates boutique video content for promotion, documentary and commercial clients, working with Fortune 100 companies such as Air BnB and Honeywell. Like many entrepreneurs, Khaleel Loyd had to find himself and his passion while working a more traditional 9-5 job, data consulting and healthcare in Khaleel's case. It was during this time that Khaleel and his brothers began to hone their creative skills a...2022-12-0731 min
Courageous Dreamers Win40. Tillie Kerna, AKA Chef TillieIt takes years of experience to be able to orchestra a six-course meal at a high level. It takes even longer to be able to do it as a small business owner. Doing it all as a woman in a male-dominated industry requires a special talent. Enter Tillie Kerna of Chef Tillie, a private and boutique chef who travels all over the world to bring her clients the freshest and most innovative meals. Thanks to an upbringing in the rural Pacific northwest, Chef Tillie began hunting, fishing and foraging her own food when she was very little...2022-11-1626 min
Courageous Dreamers Win38. Jayme Valo of Valoie Skin CareOne sign of a great entrepreneur is success across multiple industries. That definitely describes Jayme Valo, co-owner of Valoie skincare along with her husband, Nick. Jayme was a leader in the automotive industry when she was based in Idaho. When she moved to Charlotte a few years ago, she switched industries after she discovered that skincare was a shared passion she had with Nick. Using that inspiration, they self-taught themselves a new marketplace and introduced Valoie skincare products. Jayme Valo joins host Nesha Pai to talk about her transition from the automotive industry to the skincare industry...2022-10-3137 min
Courageous Dreamers Win39. Desmond Wiggan of Battery XchangeOperating with a low battery is a space that Desmond Wiggan rarely finds himself in. Desmond knows the power of having a full charge at all times, which is why he founded Battery Xchange, a service that allows you to rent batteries to power your devices on demand and on the go. An entrepreneur through and through, Desmond's education took him to the next level while studying for his Master's degree in Asia. It was his experience there being exposed to high technology that influenced him to start Battery Xchange. Desmond Wiggan sits down with h...2022-10-3132 min
Influencing EntrepreneursEpisode 402 Part 2 - Nesha Pai [Pai CPA, PLLC]Episode 402 Part 2 - Nesha Pai [Pai CPA, PLLC] by Nexagy Education2022-10-1011 minInfluencing EntrepreneursEpisode 402 Part 1 - Nesha Pai [Pai CPA, PLLC]Episode 402 Part 1 - Nesha Pai [Pai CPA, PLLC] by Nexagy Education2022-10-1009 min
The Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastThe Power of Reinvention: Filling the “Mom-Gap”Learning provides employees with the power to completely reinvent themselves. But how can we inspire the people around us to take the first steps towards making such a drastic life change? And how can we get started acquiring the new skills we need to be successful? On this episode of The Edge, our host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek is joined by Nesha Pai, an award-winning author, a popular speaker, a determined mentor, and a passionate advocate for small businesses and stay-at-home moms. Nesha draws on her own experience and journey as a stay-at-home mom who reentered Corporate America. She was able...2022-10-0429 min
Courageous Dreamers Win37. Daniel Gonzalez of Daniel Gonzalez DesignsFashion designer Daniel Gonzalez designs boutique ready-to-wear clothing for the "powerful, chic, artistic woman, a woman who many look to for answers and inspiration." Daniel's timeless and classic designs have found a home in Charlotte, as he opened Daniel Gonzalez Designs in 2019. Daniel Gonzalez and host Nesha Pai talk in today's episode of Piece of the Pai about how Daniel found fashion design through his first love, ballroom dancing. Daniel speaks about his upbringing in Columbia, South America, and how his mother's fondness of art, fashion and design helped inspire and guide him through his own interest. D...2022-09-2838 minCourageous Dreamers Win36. Rita Garnto of Simple Self-Care by RitaSelf-care is almost intrinsic to Rita Garnto. After spending 20 years working in trauma centers around the world, Rita became a licensed massage therapist after moving to Charlotte in 2004. Now she's using her love of care and teaching to help people directly through her business, Simple Self-Care by Rita. Rita Garnto talks with Nesha Pai about her journey through medicine, including studying in her home country of Canada, through working trauma centers in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. She also describes some of her missteps along the way that include battles with debt. Rita also discusses her own...2022-09-1436 minCourageous Dreamers Win35. Gaurav "G" PatelEntrepreneurship requires a special kind of person, but that could be anyone from anywhere. That includes a young Gaurav "G" Patel, who immigrated to the US when he was just ten years old and knew no English. Today, at 38 years of age, G Patel is one of Raleigh's hardest-working and most well-known figures in the hospitality industry. G is the founder of the Eschelon Experiences hospitality group, co-founder of Social House Vodka, and commercial real estate expert with CityPlat. Listen to today's episode of Piece of the Pai to hear G Patel talk to host Nesha Pai a...2022-08-2430 min
The CPA Lady PodcastThe CPA Lady Podcast Episode 15:How to start your business with Nesha PaiThe CPA Lady Podcast Episode 15:
How to start your business with Nesha Pai
Starting up a business? This might be your sign to plan your business. Today, we are joined by Nesha Pai and she will share her Top 10 necessary things that you will need in starting a business and being financially articulate. “Take an initiative to understand your financial statements'' - Nesha Pai
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Courageous Dreamers Win34. Katherine Wintsch of The Mom ComplexBeing a mother is always hard work, and often very thankless. That can lead to plenty of internal struggles that moms deal with on a daily basis. Fighting these battles can feel like you're trying to slay a dragon! Slay Like a Mother is the title of the book written by today's guest Katherine Wintsch. In addition to being an author, Katherine is the founder and CEO of The Mom Complex, a consulting company working with some of the world's biggest brands (such as Walmart, J&J and Chobani) to create better products and services for mothers...2022-08-0334 minCourageous Dreamers Win33. George KroustalisDid you know 40% of Americans who make $200k or more live paycheck to paycheck? Today's guest on Piece of the Pai knows one of the most important life skills people can learn early is financial literacy. George Kroustalis is a finance expert and author who left a job with one of the country's biggest banks to become a financial advisor, mentor and published author. George works with entrepreneurs and young adults to help create strong money habits as early as possible by showing them the foundations of saving and building wealth. George joins Nesha on t...2022-07-2033 minCourageous Dreamers Win32. Page FehlingOver the past eight years, Page Fehling has built a profile in Charlotte as the anchor of Good Day Charlotte, a morning news show that Fehling helped make a top ranked program of its kind. Audiences were drawn to her larger-than-life personality and endearing relatability. However, in 2021 Page made the decision to leave the career in TV she had known for more than 15 years to become an entrepreneur. On today's episode of Piece of the Pai, host Nesha Pai sits down with Page to to talk about her big jump into small business ownership. Page talks about...2022-07-0630 min
Welcome To Eloma#17: Turning Obstacles into Opportunities in Life and Accounting with Nesha PaiAs a small business owner, you need to know that bookkeeping and accounting are two of the most important aspects of your business. But do you know why? And are you doing everything you can to make sure these aspects of your business are running smoothly? Nesha Pai shares the importance of bookkeeping and accounting and how we can improve our businesses by following her tips. Highlights: 02:43 The biggest mistake I see people make is not immediately getting set up properly from the legal and financial perspective and then as basic as getting QuickBooks. 0...2022-06-2931 minCourageous Dreamers Win31. Natasha HemmingwayHost Nesha Pai has a profound respect for people who are overcoming ordinary obstacles (so much so that she wrote a book with that title). Today's guest on Piece of the Pai overcomes obstacles both ordinary and extraordinary, and is able to not only succeed but come out strong on the other side. Natasha Hemmingway is a sales coach, mother and a devoted person of faith. Her faith and resilience are what helped her overcome the loss of her first son during pregnancy, as well as a shift from pharmaceutical sales to entrepreneurship. Natasha joins...2022-06-2237 minCourageous Dreamers Win30. Tiffany Marino of Confetti CastleEntrepreneurs come from all different places, and the inspiration for a great business idea can come from anywhere. Today's guest on Piece of the Pai is Tiffany Marino, owner of Confetti Castle, a Charlotte-based company that specializes in creating fun and unique balloon designs for parties, events and more. Tiffany wasn't always an entrepreneur. She began her career in the pharmaceutical sales industry, before a relocation from Nashville to Charlotte forced her hand. She started Confetti Castle in 2019 and has since become the go-to designer for clients such as The Carolina Panthers and Spectrum Center. T...2022-06-0932 min
Courageous Dreamers Win29. Anna Roop White of Rest & HealFew people have known host Nesha Pai for as long as today's guest, Anna Roop White. Anna and Nesha became friends in kindergarten and stayed in touch through the years as both have grown into successful entrepreneurs. Anna joins Nesha on today's episode of Piece of the Pai to talk about her business, Rest & Heal, a curated care package company which supports women facing life challenges. Anna talks about her journey to entrepreneurship after a career in investment banking, and the bouts with burnout that led to her exploring small business ownership. She...2022-05-2626 min
Courageous Dreamers Win28. Katie Schindler of Fine GritThere's nothing more that Nesha Pai loves than a female business owner succeeding in a traditionally male-dominated industry. Today's guest on Piece of the Pai knows that world as well as anyone. Katie Schindler is the owner of Fine Grit, a custom cabinet and furniture shop based in Charlotte, NC. Since 2015, Katie has been creating bold, original new designs for her clients based on their unique visions. Katie's work can be seen in Charlotte at establishments like The Waterman, Lilbelle, Selenite Beauty, and The Golden Carrot in Atherton Mill. Katie joins Nesha on Piece of the Pai to talk...2022-05-1232 min
Who You Callin’ Crazy?!Overcoming Ordinary Obstacles (Nesha Pai)Shame, regret, pressure, breakTHROUGHS, forgiveness, rising. This episode is such a good one!!! I speak to Nesha Pai of Charlotte, NC. Sitting in front of a male boss who refused to give her a raise because she had a gap in her resume from being a stay-at-home mom for six years, she decided to take a leap of faith (and her largest client) and strike out on her own.She started Pai CPA, an accounting firm serving small and medium-sized businesses, in 2011. And she promised herself to hire and mentor stay-at-home moms and other women trying to...2022-02-0123 minCourageous Dreamers Win27. Lindsey Regan Thorne-Swan BeautyLindsey Regan Thorne, beauty maven and lifestyle influencer in Charlotte has reached a mass following from starting a very organic blog when blogging was a new thing and social media was a baby. LRT, as she is affectionately known, turned her career of interior design into creating works of art on women through make up and hair styling. Her biggest WHY is that she loves making women feel confident and beautiful and her encounter with a fan who had breast cancer changed her life. Listen to this amazing entrepreneur, who I get to call friend, talk about h...2021-12-2227 minCourageous Dreamers Win26. Babe & Butcher (Lindsay Anvik)Lindsay Anvik was living in NYC and a business coach traveling the world and speaking to big audiences before a one-time charcuterie board made for a Charlotte non-profit changed her life. Listen to this fairly new entrepreneur talk about her success and the pain it has taken to get there. Her company, Babe & Butcher, is killing it and while it looks glamourous on the pages of a glossy magazine, Lindsay gets real with us. One thing we know for sure, is she loves what she does!2021-11-1027 minCourageous Dreamers WinDominique Sensabaugh- Ep.25Dominique Sensabaugh is more than a NFL athlete's wife. She has taken her platform in her own hands and been on a fast track to support other wives, young athletes, all women, and entrepreneurs by sharing her talents, vision, and time and creating seats at her table. Listen on to learn more about the foundation she created with her husband, Coty, as well as her #DSLBInspired mission!2021-10-2039 min
The Finance & Accounting ShowA Scary Moment That Became One of the Best Decisions of Her Life - Nesha Pai; CEO of Pai CPA , PLLCThe resilience of a single mom that just wouldn't accept defeat or allow any setback really has blazed a new path for an industry that is really picking up steam. In this episode, we sat down with a lady who was truly building a business that was before its time. Now she is 10 years into her business and is highly recognized for her achievements. More about Nesha - https://paicpapllc.com/about-pai-pllc-accounting-service-clt-charlotte/---If you like what you’ve been hearing on this podcast, we invite you to go wherever you’re lis...2021-07-2718 min
Ms. FitOne Lifestyles with Elizabeth ColenEP 059: Big SuccessNesha Pai shares with us her definition of Big Success and how she grew up as a brown girl in white world. She talks about her journey from CPA to Author. She goes deep on how we are intently made and how a seed was planted deep inside her, and how she acted upon it. She gives us a snippet of her book Overcoming Ordinary Obstacles and opens up about a chapter that could have caused her death! Nesha be-lieves that points of pain make people rise or deflate. Get her book Overcoming Ordinary Obstacles on Amazon or her website...2021-07-1540 minCourageous Dreamers WinMelissa Herriott-Ep.24Melissa Herriott, an artist and interior decorator in Charlotte NC, has made a name for herself while working on her side hustle during her corporate America reign in the space of IT recruiting. She finally jumped the cliff and went out on her own full time. In this episode, we cover how to find balance as an entrepreneur, how and when Melissa made the decision to go out on her own, and what brings her the most joy in her work.2021-06-0233 minCourageous Dreamers WinToska Husted-Ep.23Toska Husted began her journey over 20 years ago in London, England when she became a graduate of the elite “Steiner” School of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology, appointed by Queen Elizabeth II. Toska also holds a diploma in Beauty Culture, and received her diploma as a qualified Beautician from the Confederation of International Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology, which is internationally recognized in over 30 countries for its exceptionally high standards, advanced qualifications, and reputation for excellence. Toska’s is deemed one of the world’s best experts in facial skincare. Her philosophy that skincare should be prescriptive, customized and consiste...2021-04-2823 minCourageous Dreamers WinLife Coach and Podcaster Colleen Odegaard-Ep.22Colleen Odegaard is an Emmy award winning broadcast journalist, TV host, certified life coach, video and media coach and the host of the Wake Up To Your Life podcast. She wants all of us to stop living on autopilot and “wake up” to creating richer, fuller lives through self awareness and mindfulness. Colleen relates to her clients and listeners with her personal stories, a sense of humor and practical steps we can all take to create positive changes in our lives. Colleen is a recipient of the Dr. Maya Angelou Women Who Lead Excell...2021-04-0734 min
Tracy Hazzard Getting InterviewedCreative Ways To Expand Your Brand Awareness With Tracy Hazzard Love The Work You Do With Erica CastnerAs everyone migrates online, it has become increasingly challenging to make your brand visible. That is why one of the most important things you need to do is to expand brand awareness and stand out from the crowd. In this episode, Tracy Hazzard guests in Erica Castner’s Love the Work You Do podcast to share her knowledge about how podcasting can create more awareness that translates to more business. She talks about the three things that build trust, the difference between guest podcasting versus hosting a podcast for creating awareness and being in a business partnership. What is more...2020-09-1045 min
Courageous Dreamers WinShelly Henderson of Henderson Properties- Ep.23Born in Detroit, Michigan, Shelly Henderson has called Charlotte home for 44 years. As co-founder of Henderson Properties along with her husband Phil, Shelly manages the full-service real estate company’s corporate culture and branding via content marketing and social media strategies. She also runs the company’s leadership development courses for employees. Previously, Henderson managed accounting, human relations, rental property management and maintenance services for the company. Henderson graduated from Appalachian State University in 1987 with a degree in elementary education. Prior to starting Henderson Properties, Henderson worked as an elementary and middle school teacher then pursued her drea...2020-07-2931 min
The Real Influencers ProjectEp. 1 The World According to Nesha Pai, entrepreneur, author and networkerNesha Pai joined The Real Influencers Project recently to discuss what motivated her to start her own business, the need to create a networking group that supported other small business owners and to write a book about her life long journey covering religion and relationships. 2020-07-0313 minCourageous Dreamers WinFabi Preslar of SPARK Publications- Ep. 21Fabi Preslar is the owner and president of SPARK Publications, a national, award-winning, independent publishing firm specializing in the design of niche magazines, special publications, and independently published books for print, digital, and interactive media. Her firm’s publications enhance credibility and distinction, enabling individuals and organizations to thrive and excel. Preslar has been honored as a 2020 FOLIO: Top Women in Media, was inducted into the 2019 North Carolina Women Business Owners Hall of Fame, and was awarded the 2018 First-Generation Family Business of the Year by the Charlotte Business Journal and 2017 Woman Business Owner of the Year by the National Assoc...2020-07-0134 minCourageous Dreamers WinBradley Rhyne of Ole Mason Jar-Ep. 20Ole Mason Jar is a specialty line of menswear founded in Charlotte in 2013. Co-founder Bradley Rhyne brought a background in accounting and finance to the table, along with a passion for creating timeless, trusted men's clothing. In today's episode of Piece of the Pai, host Nesha Pai talks to Brad about making the shift from the 9-5 world to entrepreneurship, the inspiration behind the brand, and how Bradley is shifting during the pandemic to open their first storefront in South End. Visit Ole Mason Jar at olemasonjar.com.2020-06-0831 minCourageous Dreamers WinVisual Artist Kent Youngstrom - Ep. 19Kent Youngstrom is a visual artist, designer and author in Charlotte, NC. His vivid artwork has found a home blurring the lines between traditional and modern arts. His designs and ideas have landed him major partnerships with companies such as No Bull and CB2 In today's episode of Piece of the Pai, host Nesha Pai talks to Kent about his art, his background, and why he doesn't think of himself as an entrepreneur.2020-05-2024 minCourageous Dreamers WinUFC Fighter Sara McMann - Ep. 18It takes a special kind of dedication to endure the physical demands of being a top flight UFC fighter. However, in many ways, a UFC fighter needs the same entrepreneurial skills as a business owner in order to be successful. Today's guest on Piece of the Pai is Sara McCann. A mother, wife, and also the first woman to ever win a medal in Olympic wrestling, Sara talks about balancing the rigors of her profession, common misconceptions, and what business she's building on the side.2020-01-2031 min
Influencer Entrepreneurs: Marketing Tips to Make You More VisibleOvercoming Obstacles as an Entrepreneur with Nesha PaiIf you need to be encouraged that overcoming obstacles is something you can do then you’re going to love today’s episode.My guest today is Nesha Pai. Nesha is the founder of Pai CPA, which is an outsourced accounting department for small businesses. Unlike most of my guests on the podcast, Nesha actually lives in Charlotte and we have been able to meet in person. Support the show2019-11-1127 min
Branding BFF®The Courage to Stand Out, Nesha PaiIn this episode we talk with Nesha Pai, founder of Pai CPA and her personal brand Nesha Pai. Our topic is “The Courage to Stand Out”. A few highlights we talk about are: How standing out and has been a theme throughout Nesha’s life and business Different ways of looking at being courageous Integrating passions into your branding Nesha’s top 3 things you need as a new entrepreneur Being a “Black Sheep Business Owner” Writing a book about her life was therapeutic You can connect with Nesha Pai on https://paicpapllc.com and https://neshapai.com...2019-11-0534 minCourageous Dreamers WinSarah Benken of Know Tribe - Ep. 18Sarah Benken is the founder and visionary for the KNOW Book + Tribe. Her mission is to empower women who break glass ceilings in their respective fields. She’s been a business owner for more than ten years, teaches CEO classes to pregnant teens, works with women through ministries; all while raising her 21 and 10-year-old children. Today on Piece of the Pai, host Nesha Pai talks to Sarah about her experiences as an entrepreneur and as a mother.2019-07-2430 minCourageous Dreamers WinMaureen Anders of Anders Ruff - Ep. 17Maureen Anders of Anders Ruff is our guest on this episode of Piece of the Pai. Anders Ruff is a popular graphic design, party styling, DIY blog and online shop. Founded in 2013 with her friend Adria Ruff, the company has grown to more than 100 franchise locations across the country. From humble beginnings creating decorations for children's parties, AR has grown to designing sets for magazines and celebrity photoshoots. Tune in to hear Nesha talk to Maureen about her background and how she turned a part time-hustle into a successful business.2019-07-0325 minCourageous Dreamers WinCel Thompson of Ready Fitness and Be Amazing - Ep. 16In this episode of Piece of the Pai we interview Cel Thompson, who is a single mom, self-made fitness guru and beat the odds to be the only salesperson to rise to the top of her fitness company without a college degree. From being in over 25 fitness competitions to coaching pro sport cheerleaders, she is the definition of hustle. More recently, Cel won the Judge’s Choice Award for the 2019 Carolina Breast Friends, Dancing with the Stars competition in Charlotte, to benefit funding for breast cancer research. She had never ballroom danced in her life, but she was up f...2019-06-0533 minCourageous Dreamers WinJenn Andrews of Move For Jenn - Ep. 15In this episode we are honored to interview Jenn Andrews of Move For Jenn. Jenn worked in corporate America for many years before becoming a stay-at-home mom and launching a successful Isagenix career. Her passion for health and fitness was her foundation. What she didn’t know is that career would lead her to her security blanket when she was diagnosed with a rare form of sarcoma (as a mother of two very young kids). This led to Jenn having to make the biggest decision of her life: amputating her foot. In the same year, Jenn ran her first 5k...2018-11-2833 minCourageous Dreamers WinPreston Bolles of Ellison James Designs - Ep. 14Today's episode of Piece of the Pai features small business and jewelry maker Preston Bolles of Ellison James Designs. Proving that necessity is the mother of all invention, Preston began making jewelry when she couldn't find the right pieces to wear during Carolina Panthers game days. Once she began making her own, she couldn't stop getting compliments. Tune in to hear Nesha talk to Preston about launching her own business around jewelry, the challenges of making all the jewelry herself, the family connection in her business' name, and what advice she would have for young entrepreneurs. 2018-10-2431 minCourageous Dreamers WinMitch Purgason of Stitched By Mitch - Ep. 13In this episode we are focusing Mitch Purgason, head designer and owner of Stitched By Mitch. Mitch is a guy beyond his years and has the charisma of Frank Sinatra and cool of Richard Branson. He has differentiated himself in the industry with his customer service and creativity. He can create anything that he can draw so he does not limit himself to men’s suits, he also creates urban style jogger pants and bomber jackets or shoes. He has an awe-inspiring list of clientele from NASCAR to the NFL, creating customized pieces that blow minds.2018-09-2635 minCourageous Dreamers WinLauren Kunijo & Kenna Ehman of Kenna Kunijo - Ep.12In this episode of Piece of the Pai, we are focusing on Lauren Kunijo & Kenna Ehman, owners of the South End hair salon Kenna Kunijo. Lauren & Kenna are not only talented hair artists, but they are philanthropic entrepreneurs who give back to the community. They truly believe in community over competition and are dimes in the Queen City. Take a listen at how they came together, created a beautiful partnership and aesthetic brand.2018-09-0528 minCourageous Dreamers WinAlyssa and Andrew Wilen of Chef Alyssa's Kitchen - Ep. 11In 2011, Alyssa Wilen (né Gorelick) and her boyfriend (now husband and business partner) Andrew saw a gap in the market in terms of fun, friendly and hands on cooking classes. Alyssa, who had a degree in the culinary arts, began talking to Andrew, who had a background in business, marketing and events, about how they could fill that gap. Slowly, through meticulous research and building piece-by-piece, they developed their plan. Fast forward to today, and Chef Alyssa's classes cover a wide variety of cooking styles and uses, sell out in minutes, and bring a lot of excitement a...2018-03-1224 minCourageous Dreamers WinChrystal Rose of Rebellia Clothing - Episode 10In this episode we are focusing on Chrystal Rose, a self-made entrepreneur who battled through a long road of trial and error. Chrystal did not have the typical route of education and the perfect business plan to find her passion and entrepreneurial mission. Instead, many different jobs led her to what she now is doing and loving. Her company, Rebellia, is a customized apparel company for athletic women. Her vision is that women with athletic bodies deserve clothing that fits them. She embodies the idea that being pretty and strong aren't mutually exclusive. Her company’s mission is...2018-01-1028 minCourageous Dreamers WinMegan Miller of Opera Carolina - Episode 9In this episode we are focusing on Megan Miller, Marketing Director of Opera Carolina, speaks of taking the stage again, as well what it is like being in front of as well as behind the Opera. She talks about how she initiated new ways to involve a whole new younger demographic with opera as well as how she continues to think outside of the box. She has taken her passion and created a side hustle. Listen to find out how she created a career she loves.2017-12-2026 minCourageous Dreamers WinKaren Hill - Episode 8In this episode we are focusing on Karen Hill, financier by day and cycling instructor by night. Karen overcame all odds to ever be able to have fitness in her life after a life threatening heart condition and heart surgery. She not only was able to get fitness back into her life, but she opened up a boutique gym to help others. Karen’s latest accolade was being interviewed by Self Magazine. IN THIS EPISODE Karen talks about how her whole world turned upside down when she was diagnosed with a heart condition in her early 20’s, w...2017-11-2925 minCourageous Dreamers WinGarrett Tichy of Hygge Coworking - Episode 7Garrett Tichy is the owner and founder of Hygge Coworking in Charlotte, NC. Garrett's story is one that is familiar to many entrepreneurs: unsatisfied with a comfortable, yet ultimately unfulfilling full time job, Garrett set out on his own to take his future into his own hands. After several years as a manager at Gamestop, Garrett knew that a career change was inevitable. The first step was to get a computer programming degree, which he did at the top of his class. Soon after finding a job in the industry, he decided to take ownership of his...2017-11-1628 minCourageous Dreamers WinRich Moyer of Hoppin' and Two Scoops Creamery - Episode 6In this episode we are focusing on Rich Moyer, Serial Entrepreneur in Charlotte NC, who is a millennial that created and sold one company and is now a Founder/CEO of two new concepts-one an ice cream shop and also a self-serve beer/wine bar. In This Episode Rich Moyer talks about how he jumped ship in corporate America at Paychex, and then started a janitorial business and fell in love with the grind of entrepreneurialism Rich talks about how he started his entire career as a PGA professional, but has always wanted to be an en...2017-11-0122 minCourageous Dreamers WinStephanie Melish of The Sales Barista - Episode 5In this episode we are focusing on Stephanie Melish Neuman, Inspirational Speaker, Author, and Success Coach, who helps amazing people improve their life and their business while increasing their bank accounts. She is known as “The Sales Barista” and has helped many people on the path to success. IN THIS EPISODE Stephanie tells us what she does---she is a success coach helping people become the best version of themselves and help increase their bank accounts She talks about being a sounding board for individuals and getting “business therapy” Stephanie talks about how important it is to take car...2017-10-1834 minCourageous Dreamers WinAsheton Brown (Smasheton) - Episode 4In this episode of Piece of the Pai, we are focusing on successful social media influencer and athlete, Asheton Brown, founder of her personal brand Smasheton. Asheton aims at empowering humans through movement. With over 27,000 followers on Instagram, Asheton is certainly an influencer. IN THIS EPISODE Asheton speaks about her background being completely different, by being a Political Science major and wanting to go to Law School She talks about always wanting to help other kids and empower others and that feeling starting at a young age She got back into running and athletics, but did...2017-10-0430 minCourageous Dreamers WinDavid Yermanos of Get Fit Foods - Episode 3 In this episode we are focusing on David Yermanos, owner of Get Fit Foods, a new healthy lifestyle grab-and-go meals concept in Charlotte, NC. David is a serial entrepreneur and a GM with a high end entertainment concept and decided to start this venture when he could not find this meal prep niche being serviced in this manner. Since 2003, David has been in the event promotions and marketing industry, working closely with Charlotte venues and international artists to bring the Latin American Festival to the city. He has been a GM and owner in the hospitality industry...2017-09-2019 minCourageous Dreamers WinTrish Bennett of Doll Boutique and Three Amigos Pet Care - Episode 2In this episode we are focusing on Trish Bennett, former Owner & Buyer of doll boutique and how she switched gears from the fashion industry into pet care and the importance of happiness as an entrepreneur. After spending 15 years in the insurance industry, Trish moved to Charlotte in March 2013 and opened Doll in Sept 2013. She owned and operated doll for 4 years and decided to pursue happiness with her passion for animals. She has now opened Three Amigos Pet Care - after spending many years of volunteering at humane societies in the US and Mexico, she realized her true passion and...2017-09-0627 minCourageous Dreamers WinWilliam Wilson of William Wilson Clothing - Episode 1In this episode we are focusing on successful entrepreneur, William Wilson, Founder and CEO of William Wilson Clothing and how he got started and overcame his fears of trying new things to become successful in his business. After serving eight and a half years in the US Navy, before becoming an award-winning celebrity clothing designer; William was on a pit crew for Ultra Motorsports, and was the first African-American to win a championship in the history of NASCAR. Since then, he has become one of the most sought after clothing designers in America; as well as an...2017-08-0920 min