Tanya Davis, Founder of Butterfly Rising Institute, Empowers Personal Transformation Through Healing, Growth, and Self-Discovery
Q: Why did you start Butterfly Rising Institute?TD: The idea for Butterfly Rising Institute (BRI),came to me during a major life transition in 2020—yes, right in the middle of the pandemic. My son had just graduated high school and was preparing to leave for college, and I found myself stepping into the role of an empty nester. I’ve always been passionate about supporting women, especially single mothers, and I had previously launched a ministry at my chur..
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As the Guiding Force Behind Creating SPACE, Lindsey Blankenship Cultivates Inspiration and Community Impact
Q: What inspired you to Start Creating S.P.A.C.E. ?LB: Living with a disability isn’t as difficult as people often imagine — but talking about it can be one of the hardest things. So many of us grow up surrounded by unspoken stigma, by assumptions about what we can or can’t do, and by the awkward silence that follows when people simply don’t know how to ask or connect.For much of my life, I carried the quiet weight of that discomfort — the guilt, embarrass..
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Brooke Berndt, Influencer and Founder of Virtue Beauty, Empowers Women to Embrace Confidence, Authenticity, and Natural Beauty Through Her Inspiring Brand.
Q: What inspired you to start Virtue Beauty?BB: God put Virtue Beauty on my heart long before I understood why. I launched the brand in January after feeling a nudge in my spirit to create something that blended beauty, faith, and purpose. I had no idea that just weeks later, I would be diagnosed with breast cancer. Looking back, I can clearly see God’s hand in all of it, preparing me to create a clean beauty brand that aligned with my story and my body’s ..
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Celebrated Denver Dentist, Dr. Lee Weisbard, DDS, Blends Innovation and Artistry, Delivering Exceptional Results and Building Confidence Through Healthy, Radiant Smiles.
Q: What inspired you to start Weisbard Dental?LW: I was working for the City and County of Denver in Public health when a young female dentist died unexpectedly. I was asked to cover for her weekends and evenings. I realized how much I loved the personal relationships I was building and saw the difference I was making in people’s lives. I looked forward to seeing the same people return and realized it was time for me to start my own private practice.Q: ..
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A Conversation with Nicole Nicoletta, the Executive Director of the Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Institute
Q: Tell us about Rocky Mountain Women’s Film and how did you get involved?NN: I began attending the Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival with one of the founding members, Madelyn Osur, in high school. I became a passionate fan of the depth of the stories and the bold vision and diverse topics and continued to attend year after year then became a volunteer. When the position of executive director came open, I knew I had found the opportunity to marry my p..
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Rebecca Rosenberg is an AwardWinning Historical Novelist Known for Bringing to Life the Fascinating Stories of Real Women Who Made Their Mark on History.
Q: Rebecca, your childhood in Colorado, filled with exploring ghost towns, old mines, and even reading gravestones, sounds like a truly unique upbringing. How did those early experiences connect you to the spirit of history, and ultimately lead you to become a novelist specializing in historical women?RR: You forgot the honky-tonk bars with roasted peanuts; their shells scattered across the floor! All those sounds, smells, and feelings whispered through th..
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Amber Mikesell is the Founder of Suivera, a Non-Profit All Beliefs Organization Committed to Heart-Centered Transformation with Over 1.3 Million Members in 113 Countries
Q: In your book Silence Your Inner Critic, you compare the battle against self-doubt to the epic battle between a superhero and a supervillain. What inspired this analogy, and what makes it so powerful?AM: The superhero-versus-supervillain analogy came from a very real place in my own healing journey. Like so many people, I spent years listening to the voice in my head that told me I wasn’t good enough, smart enough, or worthy enough. That voice—the Inner ..
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An Exclusive Interview with Andrea Kazindra, Co-Founder/CEO at Musana Community Development Organization
Q: What inspired you to start Musana?AK: I never set out to start an organization. I was 21, still a student in college, and came to Uganda to learn about micro-finance. What I found instead was a group of children living in an abusive orphanage – starving, neglected, and forgotten. I couldn’t walk away. Alongside a few others – including my now husband Haril – we stepped in, not with a grand plan, but with a deep conviction that these kids deserved ..
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Meet Britney Higgs, Founder and CEO of HER Campaign
Q: Why did you start Her Campaign? Tell us about what you do! BH: Several years ago, I found myself overseas in a war-torn region, sitting across from girls recused from human trafficking. I expected to hear stories of relief or hope—but instead one woman looked at me and said, “I wish they had killed me. I have nothing left to give.” Even though these girls were physically “free,” they were still trapped—in trauma, fear, and deep hopelessness.In that mome..
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Author Lori Hodges Chose to Make a Career Out of Helping People During the Worst days of Their Lives.
Lori Hodges, resident of Fort Collins, CO and author of Shaking in the Forest: Finding Light in The Darkness, has released a deeply inspiring memoir that reveals how trauma, loss, and adversity can fuel personal growth and transformation. Lori's journey from paramedic and emergency manager to personal resilience advocate provides a unique lens on how facing life-and-death situations professionally shaped her approach to personal challenges.Q: What inspired..
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It is a Pleasure to Introduce Entrepreneur DL Pettigrew. She is the Owner of Hidden PEARLS, a Contemporary Western Brand That Caters to Individualistic Women Seeking to Carve Their Own Paths.
Q: How did you get into design?DLP: My love of creating clothes started in the 3rd grade with the gift of my 1st barbie doll in Okinawa. My mother would sew us girls, my three sisters matching dresses, and give me the leftover fabric so I could create all kinds of things for my Barbie world. I started school in Okinawa and then Japan, it put us in the position of not being able to get a lot of Barbie things, so I made my own. For example, shoe boxes were o..
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Diane Petrozzo is a Retired Human Resources Professional & Teacher who has Dedicated Her Life to Rescuing Dogs
Q: When did your love for senior dogs begin? DP: When the first dog I raised on my own, Tessa, became a senior, I fell in love with senior dogs. I raised her from 8 weeks old until she passed away at 13.5 and she was always such a beautiful soul. She was always so gentle with my friends’ dogs, and I realized that she would be a good companion for an older dog. When Tessa was eleven, I adopted Dottie, a ten-year-old black Lab, whose family dumped her becaus..
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She is a Former Disney Animator, Creator of Classic Characters & Sculptor of Unique Stylized Stone Animals. A Conversation with Professional Artist, Ellen Woodbury
Ellen’s work is juried into national and international shows, shown in museums, and is held in private and public collections throughout North America.Q: Before your current career of Stone Sculpting, you worked for Walt Disney for 20 years. Can you tell us about your position and the work you did?EW: This is a long story. My Master’s Thesis film at California Institute of the Arts won a national student film award, which led to an interview at Disney, ..
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She has Received Numerous Awards & Accolades for Her Leadership in Civic Engagement & Community Building. An Exclusive Interview with Color Latina Executive Director, Dusti Gurule
Q: For those in our audience not familiar with Color Latina, tell us about the work the organization does and some of its programs.DG: Colorado Organization for Latina Opportunity & Reproductive Rights (COLOR), was founded in 1998 to provide a voice for the Latina community and reshape the conversation about ‘choice’ to include the intersectionality of where communities of color live. Our programming includes leadership development for young people, policy..
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She’s a Successful Senior Executive that Injects Creativity, Experience & Innovation in a Leadership Position. Meet Girl Scouts of Colorado, CEO Leanna Clark
Q: You’ve been a successful business owner, you’ve held many leadership roles, most recently as Vice Chancellor of University Communication for the University of Colorado Denver. You’ve also recently taken on the position as CEO of Girl Scouts of Colorado. To some in our audience who may be going through the same situation, why did you feel you needed make a change in your life?LC: I actually wasn’t looking for a change. I was truly enjoying my role in ..
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She’s a Powerful Leader that Focuses on Putting More Coloradans to Work. Our Exclusive Interview with Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Kelly Brough
Q: Tell us how long have you been CEO/President of the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce and what have been some of your accomplishments?KB: I’ve been in this role for 11 years. Our greatest accomplishments during that time: Attracting, retaining, and growing good jobs faster than other metros in the nation. Creating a sustainable scholarship program to fund higher education for Denver kids who can’t afford post-secondary training. Establishing an initiativ..
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