Working Lunch

We are at the kids table chatting with the Director of Foster Care at Berkshire Farm Center and Services For Youth, Gloria Moran. It’s no secret there is a growing need for foster parents here in the United States. But did you know that you could make a difference in a child’s life, even if it’s for a short time? Yes, you! Today Gloria dispels some of the common myths & stereotypes about becoming a foster parent, and ways you could provide needed support to foster families & children.

We are at the kids table chatting with the Director of Foster Care at Berkshire Farm Center and Services For Youth, Gloria Moran. It’s no secret there is a growing need for foster parents here in the United States. But did you know that you could make a difference in a child’s life, even if it’s for a short time? Yes, you! Today Gloria dispels some of the common myths & stereotypes about becoming a foster parent, and ways you could provide needed support to foster families & children.

If you love food and photos of food, then you are in for a real TREAT. Stephanie Gravalese is a content creator, freelance writer & storyteller of all things food, beverage and culture. We recorded this interview before the Covid-19 pandemic, but Stephanie’s advice about diversifying your work could not have come at a timelier event in history. Today she shares how her passion for food, paired with hard work & multiple streams of income, is the secret to her success. She also shares her top favorite places to eat and drink in the Capital Region at the end!

If you love food and photos of food, then you are in for a real TREAT. Stephanie Gravalese is a content creator, freelance writer & storyteller of all things food, beverage and culture. We recorded this interview before the Covid-19 pandemic, but Stephanie’s advice about diversifying your work could not have come at a timelier event in history. Today she shares how her passion for food, paired with hard work & multiple streams of income, is the secret to her success. She also shares her top favorite places to eat and drink in the Capital Region at the end!

Miranda has led multiple teams to success in technology, higher education, sales & HR. Her nearly 15 years experience in corporate, led Miranda to her current path in coaching, masterminding and motivational speaking. Did we mention she’s also a member of the Forbes Coaching Counsel? If you’re in a season of job loss or fear of the future, you NEED to listen to Miranda’s advice on how to move forward. Don’t miss her LinkedIn success tips toward the end!

Miranda has led multiple teams to success in technology, higher education, sales & HR. Her nearly 15 years experience in corporate, led Miranda to her current path in coaching, masterminding and motivational speaking. Did we mention she’s also a member of the Forbes Coaching Counsel? If you’re in a season of job loss or fear of the future, you NEED to listen to Miranda’s advice on how to move forward. Don’t miss her LinkedIn success tips toward the end!

Tiffany’s dream of speaking to millions of young women all over the world has come to fruition with over 3.5 million views on YouTube and counting. Her honest advice on dating, marriage, sex and healthy relationships is what keeps her 10’s of thousands of subscribers coming back for more each week. Join us her home for some girl talk as we discuss how she built her audience, and practical advice for starting your own YouTube channel.

Tiffany’s dream of speaking to millions of young women all over the world has come to fruition with over 3.5 million views on YouTube and counting. Her honest advice on dating, marriage, sex and healthy relationships is what keeps her 10’s of thousands of subscribers coming back for more each week. Join us her home for some girl talk as we discuss how she built her audience, and practical advice for starting your own YouTube channel.

After living in Portland for 9 years, Cassie moved to the Albany area and started Olive & June Floral Co bringing her west coast aesthetic to the industry here. Today she shares how she built her brand & reputation and grew her business with an amazing team of women. One of my favorite takeaways from our conversation was how she manages her workflow and client’s expectations. Oh, and don’t miss our rapid fire flower Q&A toward the end.

After living in Portland for 9 years, Cassie moved to the Albany area and started Olive & June Floral Co bringing her west coast aesthetic to the industry here. Today she shares how she built her brand & reputation and grew her business with an amazing team of women. One of my favorite takeaways from our conversation was how she manages her workflow and client’s expectations. Oh, and don’t miss our rapid fire flower Q&A toward the end.

Sara McCarthy, owner of Ink Revival: a full service bespoke invitations, fine art, design and calligraphy for weddings, events and brands worldwide. Sara’s resume includes Goop, Martha Stewart, Net-a-Porter & Oscar de la Renta. Her work has been featured locally & nationally by brands such as Elario Photography, and Ruffled, Style Me Pretty, & Refinery 29. Sara’s work ethic and clear boundaries has led to her accomplishments and today she shares with us her success story.

Sara McCarthy, owner of Ink Revival: a full service bespoke invitations, fine art, design and calligraphy for weddings, events and brands worldwide. Sara’s resume includes Goop, Martha Stewart, Net-a-Porter & Oscar de la Renta. Her work has been featured locally & nationally by brands such as Elario Photography, and Ruffled, Style Me Pretty, & Refinery 29. Sara’s work ethic and clear boundaries has led to her accomplishments and today she shares with us her success story.

If you’re getting married soon, then you don’t want to miss our conversation! We're chatting with wedding officiant Jessica Pelton, owner of Carissa Ceremonies.  Since 2009, Jessica has performed over hundreds of weddings, to the tune of 30-50 ceremonies a year. She talks with us about everything from handling differing opinions, to tips on if you are writing your own vows. Jessica also shares a failure she had in the beginning of her wedding career and didn’t allow it to UNHITCH her business.  

If you’re getting married soon, then you don’t want to miss our conversation! We're chatting with wedding officiant Jessica Pelton, owner of Carissa Ceremonies.  Since 2009, Jessica has performed over hundreds of weddings, to the tune of 30-50 ceremonies a year. She talks with us about everything from handling differing opinions, to tips on if you are writing your own vows. Jessica also shares a failure she had in the beginning of her wedding career and didn’t allow it to UNHITCH her business.  

Chief Coach + Founder of Mission Accomplished Transition Services: Carmen Duncan. After experiencing the kindness during hardship, Carmen made a commitment to pay it forward by creating Mission Accomplished. Her passion to motivate teens & young adults unlock their potential and find their place in the professional world through career education and coaching has been a launching pad to many other achievements. Carmen’s story is truly inspiring, and she is the epitome of practicing what she preaches.

Chief Coach + Founder of Mission Accomplished Transition Services: Carmen Duncan. After experiencing the kindness during hardship, Carmen made a commitment to pay it forward by creating Mission Accomplished. Her passion to motivate teens & young adults unlock their potential and find their place in the professional world through career education and coaching has been a launching pad to many other achievements. Carmen’s story is truly inspiring, and she is the epitome of practicing what she preaches.

Kelly Strong is a full-service, premier destination wedding & event planner who was recently featured on Martha Stewart. It doesn’t matter if your big day is local or overseas, Kelly will guide you throughout the process with carefully curated design and flawless execution. Not to mention, she has a beautiful Instagram feed filled inspiration. Join us at her home on her cozy sofa in this week’s episode as we sip on prosecco and talk business and branding.

Kelly Strong is a full-service, premier destination wedding & event planner who was recently featured on Martha Stewart. It doesn’t matter if your big day is local or overseas, Kelly will guide you throughout the process with carefully curated design and flawless execution. Not to mention, she has a beautiful Instagram feed filled inspiration. Join us at her home on her cozy sofa in this week’s episode as we sip on prosecco and talk business and branding.

Leni’s career in health and fitness started in the medical field as a Registered Nurse but took a frightening turn when she was admitted to rehab for an eating disorder. Fast forward to now, Leni talks to us today about her past as a bodybuilding champion, how the gym saved her life, and why she is so passionate about helping her clients transform theirs.

Leni’s career in health and fitness started in the medical field as a Registered Nurse but took a frightening turn when she was admitted to rehab for an eating disorder. Fast forward to now, Leni talks to us today about her past as a bodybuilding champion, how the gym saved her life, and why she is so passionate about helping her clients transform theirs.