NDA: No D*cks Allowed

Most NDAs keep people quiet. Ours does the opposite.

On this podcast, NDA stands for No D*cks Allowed — not men, but the behaviors that keep women small. Each episode explores the patterns women experience in work and life, and the moments when they decide they’re done shrinking and ready to rise.

Contributors

Co-host

Amanda Kochirka, MPA, TIWP

Amanda Kochirka is a behavioral strategist, organizational development professional, and co-founder of Verdera. She holds a Master of Public Administration in Organizational Learning and Leadership and is a certified Trauma-Informed Workplace Professional and Predictive Index Talent Optimization Consultant.

Her work focuses on the intersection of behavior, leadership, operations, and organizational performance. She helps leaders, and teams understand the patterns shaping how they communicate, make decisions, respond under pressure, and navigate change. Drawing on experience in operations, program development, and organizational strategy, Amanda translates behavioral insight into practical shifts that improve leadership effectiveness, team dynamics, self-trust, and execution.

As co-host of NDA, she brings a direct, analytical perspective to conversations about the behaviors and expectations that keep women small.

https://www.verderarise.com/

Co-host

Elizabeth Cipolla, SPHR, SHRM-SCP

Elizabeth Cipolla is an executive coach, facilitator, and co-founder of Verdera. She holds the SPHR and SHRM-SCP credentials and has nearly 30 years' experience building and leading Human Resources teams.

Her work focuses on the behavioral patterns that shape how people lead, communicate, make decisions, and navigate change. Using a trauma-informed, behavior-based approach, Elizabeth helps individuals, leaders, and teams move beyond automatic responses and develop more intentional, effective ways of showing up.

She works with women navigating growth, transition, and leadership, supporting them in building self-trust, clarity, and alignment across both their personal and professional lives.

As co-host of NDA, Elizabeth brings candid, thoughtful perspective to conversations about the learned behaviors and expectations that keep women small, and what it takes to move beyond them.

https://www.verderarise.com/

Guests

Guest

Amanda Duncan

Amanda Duncan is an operations strategist, consultant, and founder of Chiara Consultants, where she helps small businesses, startups, and nonprofit leaders build the systems, structure, and accountability needed for sustainable growth.

Her work spans strategic operations, fractional leadership, project execution, and business and leadership coaching, with a particular focus on supporting women founders, creative professionals, and mission-driven organizations. She also serves as Director of Portfolio Operations for Federal Resources Corporation, leading cross-company initiatives and building the operational infrastructure that supports growth across its portfolio.

Listen to Amanda's episode: Impossible by Design

https://www.chiaraconsultants.com/

Guest

Brittany Manchester, LMHC-D, PMH-C, CYT

Brittany Manchester is a Western New York-based therapist specializing in eating disorders, body image, and perinatal mental health. She is also a trainer for counselors and therapists seeking to better understand eating disorders and brings a compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to helping clients navigate difficult experiences and create meaningful change. Brittany also incorporates yoga and mindfulness into her work, helping individuals build a more connected, peaceful relationship with their bodies.

Listen to Brittany's Episode: The Noise in Your Body

https://www.bloomnbreathelmhc.com/

Guest

Gina Phillips, CDFA

Gina Phillips is the owner of WNY Divorce Financial Advisors, LLC, where she helps individuals navigate the financial complexities of divorce with greater clarity and confidence.

A Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® with more than 30 years of experience in auditing and accounting, Gina works alongside clients, mediators, and attorneys to simplify complex financial decisions and develop practical, cost-conscious strategies. Drawing on both professional expertise and personal experience with divorce, she brings empathy, steadiness, and real-world perspective to clients at every stage of the process.

Listen to Gina's episode: Love on an Allowance

https://www.wnydivorcefinancial.com/default.php

Guest

Rachel Artise

Rachel Artise is the owner of 6 locations of The UPS Store throughout Western Pennsylvania. She is also a speaker, coach, and leadership professional with more than a decade of experience in company culture, team motivation, and personal development.

Drawing from her experience as a manager, business owner, mother, and wife, Rachel helps individuals and teams gain the clarity, compassion, and courage needed to move beyond fear and pursue meaningful change. Through coaching and speaking, she supports people in creating more intentional careers, stronger teams, and lives that feel aligned with what they truly want.

Listen to Rachel's episode: The Waitlist for Worth

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-artise-b442bb17/