ChallengeHER: International Women’s Day Celebration

Join us for an afternoon of experience, engagement and encouragement with Collective615 and empowering women from our Nashville community. The theme this year is #ChallengeHertoChange, celebrating women who are affecting change in Nashville and beyond. At 2:30 p.m., Leah Glover Hayes will host a live podcast panel discuss with Dominique Townsend, founder of We Optimize Work, Alexis Isham co-founder and co-president of Unlocked, and Mignon Francois, founder & CEO of The Cupcake Collection.

The event will also include a keynote address from Donald Miller — speaker podcast host, author, CEO of Story Brand and creator of Business Made Simple University — in conversation with Kirbee Miller, owner and chef at KiNiMi Kitchen, along with Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Training with Noelle Johnson, the CEO and Founder of Johnson Squared Consulting. 

By purchasing a ticket to this amazing event, you’ll also help fund a ChallengeHER scholarship for a woman-owned business in Nashville. 

March 7, 2021: 2-5pm CDT, at ozari in nashville

Her story of success live: a podcast with gabby male

Join Her Story of Success for our first live podcast of 2021 with Gabby Male. Gabby is a health coach, content creator and certified personal trainer who’s helping women ditch dieting and learn to feel empowered in their bodies. She also is the co-founder of The Rose Retreats and the founder of an upcycled apparel shop called relic96. 

Gabby will explain how she built multiple successful businesses at a young age. She'll also offer practical tips for how you can set and achieve wellness goals for yourself this year.

Wednesday January 13: 12PM cdt/1pm edt

creating a culture of giving

Wednesday nov. 18: 12PM cdt/1pm edt

In dedication to their mission of helping women business owners succeed, Insperity has partnered with Her Story of Success to bring you a live event series, Preparing for Next. These interactive meetings act as a platform to provide resources and continue connecting business owners and leaders to one another. 

During the upcoming Preparing for Next event on Nov. 18, 12pm CT/1pm ET, we will have a live interview followed by a small group discussion about “Creating a Culture of Giving.”

Leah Glover Hayes, host of the Her Story of Success podcast, will interview Pat Shea, CEO and President of Givful — a tech company that helps employers and their associates support a culture of giving and drive community impact through technology.

Pat has spent years working with non-profits in a variety of roles, including CEO of YWCA Nashville and Middle Tennessee and partner at Shea Advisory Services. She’ll share how partnering with community non-profits can help you build trust and create a positive company culture with your team. 

After Pat’s interview, you will have the opportunity to meet peers, share experiences and connect with potential partners and clients across the country. 

Women Investing in Women: How to Become an Angel Investor

Friday nov. 13: 12PM cdt/1pm edt

In dedication to their mission of helping women business owners succeed, Insperity has partnered with Her Story of Success to bring you a live event series, Preparing for Next. These interactive meetings act as a platform to provide resources and continue connecting business owners and leaders to one another.

During the upcoming Preparing for Next event on Nov. 13, 12pm CT/1pm ET, we will have a live interview followed by a small group discussion about “Women Investing in Women: How to Become an Angel Investor.”

Leah Glover Hayes, host of the Her Story of Success podcast, will interview Kate Brodock, founding partner of the W Fund and CEO of Women 2.0, one of the largest global brands focused on gender and inclusion in startups.

In her work with both of these organizations, Kate is an advocate for the importance of investing in companies founded by women, and she’s working to provide women with opportunities to become investors as well. Kate is a sought-after speaker and writer, and she’s been featured on outlets like Fast Company, MSNBC, TechCrunch, Forbes and more.

In her interview, Kate will explain why more women are becoming angel investors. She’ll also offer practical advice for women looking to start investing and for business owners who want to find women investors.
After the interview, you will have the opportunity to meet peers, share experiences and connect with potential partners and clients across the country.

build your client base with social media marketing

In dedication to their mission of helping women business owners succeed,  Insperity has partnered with Her Story of Success to bring you a live event series, Preparing for Next. These interactive meetings act as a platform to provide resources and continue connecting business owners and leaders to one another. 
 
During the upcoming Preparing for Next event on October 28th, 12pm CT/1pm ET, we will have a live interview followed by a small group discussion about “Build Your Client Base with Social Media Marketing.”
 
Leah Glover Hayes, host of the Her Story of Success podcast, will interview Stephanie Cartin and Courtney Spritzer, the co-founders and co-CEOs of Socilafly.
 
Socialfly is a full-service digital agency in New York City that builds strategic social media solutions by pairing creative content and analytics to deliver a positive ROI. In just seven years, Stephanie and Courtney grew the company to include more than 30 full-time employees, and they’ve worked with more than 200 brands including Girl Scouts, 20th Century Fox and John Varvatos.
 
Stephanie and Courtney are also co-hosts of the Entreprenista Podcast and co-authors of Like Love Follow: The Entreprenista’s Guide to Using Social Media to Grow Your Business. They’ll share their inspiring story of founding and growing Socialfly, including some of the challenges they’ve faced and what it’s like to work with a co-founder. They’ll also share some advice for how you can grow your own business through social media marketing.
 
After the interview, you will have the opportunity to meet peers, share experiences and connect with potential partners and clients across the country. 

Wednesday october 28: 12PM cdt/1pm edt

In dedication to their mission of helping women business owners and leaders succeed, Insperity has partnered with Her Story of Success to bring you a live event series, Preparing for Next. These interactive meetings act as a platform to provide resources and continue connecting business owners and leaders to one another. 
 
During the upcoming Preparing for Next event on October 7th, 12pm CT/1pm ET, we will have a live interview followed by a small group discussion about "How to Take Advantage of Disruption."
 
Leah Glover Hayes, host of the Her Story of Success podcast, will interview Sherri Kottmann, Chief People Officer at Forrester. 

Sherri has spent 10 years at Forrester, and prior to that she was the Director of HR at EF Educational Tours. As Chief People Officer, she leads the employee experience organization and focuses on talent strategy, leadership development, executive coaching, experience design, and cultural transformation.

In her work at Forrester, Sherri has seen firsthand how building a strong people strategy can give businesses a competitive advantage. She'll explain how she's shifting her perspective to view disruption as an opportunity, and she'll share how HR is leading the charge to improve strategy, employee and client safety, and diversity. 

After Sherri's interview, you will have the opportunity to meet peers, share experiences and connect with potential partners and clients across the country. 

how to take advantage of disruption

Wednesday october 7: 12PM cdt/1pm edt

ceo conversations with her story of success

In dedication to her mission of helping women-business owners, leaders and professionals build their tribe and reach their next level of success, Her Story of Success CEO and podcast host Leah Glover Hayes invites you to this virtual networking event.

Her Story of Success is creating a platform for women business owners, leaders and professionals, and we are inviting you to be a part of the building process. 

At this CEO Conversations event, you will have the opportunity to hear Leah share about the work she's doing and how you can be a part of Her Story of Success' Season Next. You'll also take part in intentional networking time with other women from around the world.

Upon registering for the event, you'll receive a survey to fill out so that we can know how to best connect you with the other attendees.

Tuesday September 29th: 12pm cdt/1pm edt

business growth through virtual networking with ashley owens

In dedication to their mission of helping women business owners succeed, Insperity has partnered with Her Story of Success to bring you a live event series, Preparing for Next. These interactive meetings act as a platform to provide resources and continue connecting business owners and leaders to one another. 
 
During the upcoming Preparing for Next event on September 23rd, 12pm CT/1pm ET, we will have a live interview followed by a small group discussion about “Business Growth Through Virtual Networking."
 
Leah Glover Hayes, host of the Her Story of Success podcast, will interview Ashley Owens, a Networking Concierge and owner of Ashley Assists, LLC. 

Ashley is an expert at helping women leaders build stronger networks, and she’s spoken to over 50 networking groups, organizations, companies and conferences. She’ll share some of her best advice for networking both in person and virtually. She’ll also explain why you should stop selling yourself and start befriending your prospects instead.

Ashley works as a strategic partner with her clients, providing one-on-one coaching, training teams, and attending local events to serve as an extension and champion of her clients.
  
After Ashley’s interview, you will have the opportunity to meet peers, share experiences and connect with potential partners and clients across the country. 

Wednesday September 23rd: 12pm cdt/1pm edt

when to persevere and when to pivot with helen guo

In dedication to their mission of helping women business owners succeed, Insperity has partnered with Her Story of Success to bring you a live event series, Preparing for Next. These interactive meetings act as a platform to provide resources and continue connecting business owners and leaders to one another. 
 
During the upcoming Preparing for Next event on September 9th, 12pm CDT/1pm EDT, we will have a live interview followed by a small group discussion about “When to Persevere and When to Pivot.”
 
Leah Glover Hayes, host of the Her Story of Success podcast, will interview Helen Guo, Co-Founder and CEO of Schoolyard Snacks, a company that sells low-carb, sugar-free snacks that kids still enjoy.
 
Helen will share her story of starting multiple businesses that failed before creating Schoolyard Snacks, which has generated over 8 figures in revenue in its first two years. She’ll explain how to know whether you should persevere with your current idea or pivot to something new. Helen will also tell how Schoolyard Snacks made its first $100,000 without spending any money on advertising, with strategies like sending product to micro-influencers and building engagement with email marketing.  
 
After Helen’s interview, you will have the opportunity to meet peers, share experiences and connect with potential partners and clients across the country. 
 
The first 30 women to register will be entered into a random drawing for a box of SchoolYard snacks, so be sure to sign up now! 

Wednesday September 9th: 12pm cdt/1pm edt

finding new opportunities in today's market with fran biderman-gross

Leah Glover Hayes, Her Story of Success podcast host and CEO, interviewed Fran Biderman-Gross, founder and CEO of Advantages and author of How to Lead a Values-Based Professional Services Firm. 

Fran shared practical advice about dealing with loss, unlocking your purpose and learning to say no to opportunities that don’t align with your goals.  

If you missed this event, be sure to follow us on social media or sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date on all our future events! 

Wednesday August 26th: 12PM cdt/1pm edt

navigating the career journey and building the right support system to thrive: a panel with conexiÓn next

Leah Glover Hayes, Her Story of Success podcast host and CEO, joined Conexión Next to lead a panel discussion on finding your purpose, thriving at work and the importance of both finding a mentor and mentoring others.

She was joined by: 
- Erica Matallana - Director of Communications, Amedisys
- Daniel Oppong - Founder, Ohana Health 
- Alessandra Alegre - Manager of Special Services and Royalty Compliance, Tri Star Sports and Entertainment 

If you missed this event, be sure to subscribe to the Her Story of Success Podcast to hear the Conexión Next episode when it's released! 

Wednesday August 19th: 5PM cdt/6pm edt

embracing what's next with lori allen

Leah Glover Hayes, Her Story of Success podcast host and CEO, interviewed Lori Allen, founder of Bridals by Lori and star of TLC's Say Yes to the Dress; Atlanta and Say Yes to the Dress: Bridesmaids. 

Lori discussed the life lessons she learned while running her own business and starring on television. She also shared about her journey of learning to look ahead to future opportunities with anticipation, even while battling difficult circumstances like breast cancer and other health struggles. 

If you missed this event, be sure to subscribe to the Her Story of Success Podcast to hear Lori's episode when it's released! 

Wednesday August 19th: 12PM cdt/1pm edt