Disrupting Balance

067: Knowing When It's Time to Let Go with Shaneisha Dodson

January 17th, 2022  |  Season 8  |  27 mins 2 secs

cancer survivor, entrepreneur, follow your dreams

054: Never Too Late: The Journey from Social Work to Technology

September 13th, 2021  |  Season 6  |  27 mins 23 secs

entrepreneur, never too late, storytelling

After 20 years in social work, Diane knew she was ready to make a new difference in people's lives and launched a company devoted to telling story through pictures. She experienced fear and being the only woman in the room, but had a resolute belief in her ability to start. Diane took the leap and has never looked back.

037: Shifting Perceptions: How a Former Opera Singer is Changing the Wine Industry

January 18th, 2021  |  Season 5  |  43 mins 57 secs

entrepreneur, multicultural, nonprofit

Cristie Norman is a natural born game changer. The former opera singer and body builder found her way into the wine world after taking a job as a server, which ultimately led to an opportunity to work at Wolfgang Puck's flagship restaurant, Spago. Since then, Cristie has set her sights on providing wine education for the everyday consumer.

023: Erika Tebbens: On Accidental Activism, Running for Office & Running a Business

October 5th, 2020  |  Season 3  |  47 mins

advocacy, entrepreneur, family

Erika is a business strategist who made bold moves to overcome her challenges and change her destiny. The former military wife and mother of one son shares how an unexpected beginning resulted in her lifting her voice for food justice, testifying before Congress and eventually running for office.

017: Bre Islar: On Redefining a Mother's Love, The Impact of Trauma & Walking in Purpose

August 24th, 2020  |  Season 2  |  34 mins 33 secs

entrepreneur, faith, womanhood

Bre Islar is the definition of a myth buster! The former educator, wife and mother of two is no stranger to trials and challenges. As a survivor of sexual trauma, Bre used her faith to overcome its impact and propel her life on a path of purpose.
You don't want to miss this episode on survival, healing, faith, marriage and rebirth.

003: Desiree Wolfe: On Second Chances, Inner Hildas & the Big Picture

May 18th, 2020  |  Season 1  |  43 mins 29 secs

entrepreneur, mindset, self-care

Desiree Wolfe is a sales and marketing professional who spent 20 years in the event industry. She is sassy, vibrant and slightly unfiltered. Her passion for fostering connections between women has helped to strengthen her mindset and shift her narrative of being bossy to being a leader. Along the way, she trusted herself to take a second chance at love while dealing with the emotional roller coaster of raising children, redefining self-care and building a business.