Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: A Conversation with Bri Cooper

In this episode of the Christina in the Valley podcast, host Christina Gavin welcomes her inspiring friend Bri Cooper. They discuss Bri's incredible journey into entrepreneurship, the challenges she faced, and the triumphs she achieved, including founding her successful creative agency, Moxie Gal Marketing. The conversation delves into the dynamics of women supporting women, the pervasive issues that sometimes hinder this support, and how they aim to reshape this narrative. Bri shares invaluable insights on fostering a community of empowerment, recounts her personal experiences in the industry, and offers practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. The episode also touches on the importance of resilience, learning through failure, and the impact of privilege in business. Concluding with exciting updates about Moxie Gal's future, the discussion is rich with authenticity and empowerment.

00:00 Welcome to Christina in the Valley: Empowering Conversations

01:46 The Genesis of a Podcast: Bri's Influence

02:41 Navigating Career Paths: From Dreams to Reality

08:57 The Leap into Entrepreneurship: Bri's Journey

19:29 Embracing Failure and Learning from It

21:05 The Unpredictable Journey of Moxie Gal Marketing

21:38 Pivoting Business Strategies Amidst COVID-19

22:35 The Surprising Growth and Client Expansion

23:28 Reflecting on Success and Imposter Syndrome

28:54 Navigating the Challenges of Female Entrepreneurship

35:56 Future Aspirations and Expanding Moxie Gal's Impact

38:39 Reimagining Branding and Dream Projects

40:07 Empowering Advice for Younger Women

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In this episode of the Christina in the Valley podcast, host Christina sits down with Barbara Spitzer, an inspiring professional who shares her remarkable journey of resilience, reinvention, and embracing change. Barbara discusses pivotal moments in her life, including being laid off after 35 years and how it catalyzed her transformation. She candidly opens up about her early years as an army brat, her late-in-life diagnosis of anxiety, and how these experiences have shaped her both personally and professionally. Listeners will gain valuable insights into maintaining a balance between career aspirations and personal fulfillment. Barbara also talks about her current ventures, including her consulting firm, Two Rivers Partners, and her philanthropic work with nonprofit organizations. Join Christina and Barbara as they explore themes of adaptability, self-belief, and the power of embracing change.

00:00 Welcome to Christina in the Valley: A Chat with Barbara Spitzer

02:23 Barbara's Journey: From Childhood to Career

05:02 Embracing Adventure: Travel and Underwater Photography

09:34 The Interplay of Personal Life and Career

13:15 Reflections on Choices and the Path Ahead

17:44 The Evolution of Feminism and Personal Choices

19:05 Navigating Career Shifts and Embracing New Beginnings

23:24 Finding Balance Between Mission and Money

26:56 Embracing Anxiety as a Superpower

31:21 Planning for the Future and Reflecting on Life's Lessons

33:59 The Power of Authenticity and Self-Belief

34:45 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude

In this episode of 'Christina in the Valley', host Christina dives into an in-depth conversation with Krista Ripma, Founder and CEO of Authentic Audience, a digital advertising agency. The discussion focuses on how Krista maintains a balance between being a mother and running her thriving business. She also shares how she integrates various elements of her personal life and interests, such as yoga, spirituality, and wellness, into her business operations. The conversation tackles important issues like entrepreneurship, the business journey, spirituality in business, and time management. The episode concludes with Krista's reflections on power dynamics in relationships and the advice she would give to her younger self. 02:13 Getting to Know Krista Ripma 02:35 Balancing Personal Life and Entrepreneurship 10:59 The Journey of Authentic Audience 20:31 The Power of Intuition and incorporating spirituality in Business 28:14 The Birth of Witchy Business: A New Approach to Entrepreneurship 30:30 The Intersection of Spirituality and Business: A New Perspective 33:09 The Business Club: A Haven for Body, Mind, and Business 37:47 The Evolution of Authentic Audience: From Firstborn to Siblings 39:28 Balancing Motherhood and Entrepreneurship: My Personal Journey 39:38 The Power of Presence: Navigating Multiple Roles 48:25 Advice to My Younger Self: Reclaiming Your Power

Notable Mentions:

⁠Choose Yourself, James Altucher⁠

⁠Change Your Thoughts - Change Your Life by Dr. Wayne W Dyer⁠

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Social Media:

⁠@kristaripma⁠ ⁠@authenticaudience ⁠