Ami Stuart is the Tech Events Manager for Entrepreneurship at Cornell University. In this episode, Ami shares her career story on how she worked her way up from washing dishes to running major Hackathons and Tech Events for Entrepreneurship at Cornell University. She shares strategies for elevating others, including through networking. Ami redirects us away from the word networking and challenges us to think about it as connecting with our friends of different depths & degrees. Ami describes everyone as a friend or a friend she hasn't met yet, which makes these connections happen more naturally. She shares her perspective on learning to connect with people as an introvert. Ami explains what Hackathons are and why they are so valuable for students and organizations. Lastly, she talks about the moment she became aware she was often the only woman in the room and how it has helped her better navigate those situations.

Learn more about the upcoming Hackathons here: https://eship.cornell.edu/all-events/hackathons/

Skyler Bouchard is the Founder of @diningwithskyler and is a home cook and on-air host. In this episode, Skyler shares her career journey that led to creating @diningwithsklyer and it's evolution as a brand. She talks about how to break into a new space, even if you don't have the traditional experience "required" for that field. She shares her strategies for dealing with trolls & staying positive as well as how to cheer on people in the same field rather than viewing them as competition. Also, check out our Cocktail Chat bonus episode where Skyler teaches us how to make a Lavender Gin Martini!

Join home cook and on-air host as well as founder of @diningwithskyler, Skyler Bouchard, as she teaches us how to make a Lavender Gin Martini! Sip this cocktail while you listen to our interview.

Heidi Hupe is the President & Chief Growth Officer of Nox Health, a one-stop, holistic solution helping to identify, address and resolve sleep issues across the globe. In this episode, we talk about career pivots and why they can be so beneficial, despite the fear that comes with them. Heidi shares advice on how to get on your first board, including creating a board bio, putting yourself out there and asking to be on the board. Heidi highlights the importance of DE&I and the value it can bring to the company. She shares how these efforts improve hiring, especially with regards to equitable pay. Lastly, Heidi shares her views on the appropriate age to start looking for board work.

LisaMarie Casey is an Entrepreneur & Angel Advisor, with over 35 years of execution expertise in strategic and management development in the information technology, entrepreneurial/startup and mid-size communities. In this episode, LisaMarie shares stories about the micro-aggressions she witnessed & dealt with as a woman working in a male dominated space and explains why advocating for oneself can be a great mechanism for combating them. She shares why negative experiences can often present the best moments of mentorship and why your tribes are important support groups to leverage. She talks about her career superpowers and advice she has for Boss Ladies looking to elevate their careers. Lastly, she reminds us why it's important to surround yourself with people who can help you to strengthen the skills you have and teach you more of the skills you're missing.