2B Bolder Podcast : Career Insights & Advice from Successful Women in Business & Tech
The 2B Bolder Podcast ranks in the top 3% of 3.5 million podcasts globally (Listen Score). Host Mary Killelea, a former corporate B2B marketing strategist and founder of the 2B Bolder platform, sits down with bold and inspiring women in business and technology who have built powerful personal brands and thriving careers. Through honest conversations, guests share how they navigated challenges, found their voice, and stood out in competitive industries. From execs to entrepreneurs, engineers to marketers, you’ll hear firsthand how they turned ambition into action. If you're ready to elevate your career and personal brand, this is your front-row seat. Learn more at www.2BBolder.com.
Episodes
138 episodes
#138 Cassandra Chin's Journey From Child Coder to International Tech Educator
Meet Cassandra Chin, a remarkable young woman who began teaching tech workshops internationally at just 13 years old. Now 22, she's authored "Raising Young Coders," speaks at global tech conferences, and champions inclusivity in the technology ...
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Episode 138
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#137 Cisco's EVP Liz Centoni Talks about Navigating AI and Leadership
Liz Centoni takes us on the extraordinary journey through her 25-year career at Cisco, where she's currently the Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Experience Officer, leading a global team of 21,000 employees. Rather than viewing her ...
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Episode 137
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#136 Nedra Rezinas Marketer, Entrepreneur and Coach Talks About Finding Your Niche
What if the boldest move in marketing wasn't about being louder, but about being truer to who you really are? Nedra Rezinas joins us to challenge conventional marketing wisdom with her refreshing approach designed specifically for introv...
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Season 6
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Episode 136
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31:30
#135 Unleashing Your Voice: Rising in Sales with Cherilynn Castleman
What does it take to succeed in male-dominated fields? Cherilynn Castleman knows firsthand, having navigated 30+ years in sales leadership at Fortune 500 companies as a woman of color. Her journey from selling Girl Scout cookies to coaching C-s...
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Episode 135
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#134 Culture and Creativity Collide: Jodi Porter Reveals TikTok's Impact on Traditional Industries
Think TikTok is just dancing and viral videos? Prepare to have your perspective completely transformed. In this eye-opening conversation with Jodi Porter, Vertical Director at TikTok, we dive deep into how major industries like automotive, fina...
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Episode 134
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#133 Building a Successful Customer Advocacy Program: Alyssa Maschi's Journey at Lenovo
Ever wondered how customer stories come to life in global tech companies? Welcome to a fascinating conversation with Alyssa Maschi, Head of the Customer Reference Center of Excellence at Lenovo.Alyssa's career journey defies traditional...
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Season 6
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Episode 133
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#132 Karenga Ross's Career Insights: Ask for Help, Build Your Legacy: A Tech Leader's Playbook
What does it take to go from childhood dreams of building a Terminator robot to leading AI innovation at Intel? Karenga Ross's remarkable journey offers a masterclass in career development that combines technical expertise with business acumen,...
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Episode 132
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#131 From Acting to Producing: Karina Michel's Journey Through Entertainment
What does it truly take to build a thriving career in Hollywood? Emmy award-winning actress and producer Karina Michel pulls back the curtain on the entertainment industry in this captivating conversation about resilience, authenticity, and cre...
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Season 6
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Episode 131
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#130 Susan Sly Talks about Revolutionizing Menopause Support with AI & Her Career Journey
What if AI could finally solve one of the most overlooked challenges in women’s health?Millions of women experience menopause, yet real support has always lagged behind, until now.In this episode of the 2B Bolder Podcas...
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Episode 130
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#129 Keiyana Arnold, A Former Recruiter at Meta, Twitter, and CNN Tells All
What does it really take to land a job at companies like Meta and Twitter in today's cutthroat market? A former big brand recruiter, Keiyana Arnold, pulls back the curtain on hiring practices that most job seekers never see, delivering eye-open...
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Episode 129
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#128 From Corporate PR to Book Coach: Unveiling Publishing Secrets : Allison Lane Shares Her Career Inights
Dreaming of writing a book but have no idea where to start? You're not alone. In this eye-opening conversation with book coach Allison Lane, we dive deep into the realities of publishing that most aspiring authors never learn until it's too lat...
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Season 6
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Episode 128
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54:05
#127 From Harlem to Harvard: Gisele Marcus's Journey to Leadership Excellence
Meet Gisele Marcus, a leadership dynamo whose remarkable journey from Harlem to Harvard Business School epitomizes what it means to be bold in pursuing excellence. Growing up in what she affectionately calls "old Harlem," Gisele was raised in a...
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Episode 127
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#126 Deb Boulanger Insights: From Corporate Success to Entrepreneurial Success
Stepping away from the corporate world into entrepreneurship isn't just about changing careers—it's about transforming your identity, mindset, and relationship with work. In this candid conversation with Deb Boulanger, CEO of Life After Corpora...
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Episode 126
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#125 Dr. Tara Chklovski founder of the world's largest tech entrepreneurship program for girls
Prepare to be inspired as Dr. Tara Chklovski, founder and CEO of Technovation, shares her remarkable journey from growing up in India to building the world's largest female tech talent network. Against the backdrop of a culture that traditional...
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Episode 125
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#124 Navigating Career Transitions with Unicorn Career Compass Founder Tina Cella
Career strategist Tina Cella pulls back the curtain on what really works in today's challenging job market. From her success at Sixth Sense (growing the company from 150 to 1300 people) to founding Unicorn Career Compass, Tina brings invaluable...
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Episode 124
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#123 Dagnija 'Daggie' Lacis, A Pioneer in Tech: From Refugee to VP
Daggie Lacey's life reads like a Hollywood script, yet her remarkable journey from refugee to tech pioneer is 100% real. In this captivating conversation, Daggie shares how fleeing Latvia as a one-year-old set her on an unexpected path toward b...
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Episode 123
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#122 Ria Cheruvu AI Architect, ML Engineer and Data Scientist, Industry Speaker, and Instructor
In episode #122, discover the inspiring journey of Ria Cheruvu, a prodigious AI architect at Intel, who challenges the status quo with her groundbreaking work from a young age. Ria's incredible story takes us through her accelerated academic ac...
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Season 6
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Episode 122
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38:59
#121 Alyssa Pollack, Fello Co-founder Transforms Loneliness & Drives Impact
On episode #121, join me as I sit down with Alyssa Pollack, a well-known and respected entrepreneur who has navigated the corridors of corporate giants and the fast-paced lanes of tech startups. Alyssa takes us on her journey from her early day...
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Season 5
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Episode 121
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#120 Lisa Spelman, CEO of Cornelis Networks, Shares Insights for Female Leaders in Tech
Episode #120 Female CEOs are growing in numbers but still quite rare, so it was a real honor to have Lisa Spellman, the newly appointed CEO of Cornelis Networks,on the show. As a well-respected industry tech leader, Lisa shares her insp...
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Season 5
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Episode 120
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#119 Techie Dani : Becoming a Tech Influencer for Top Brands
Ever wonder what it would be like to be a Tech Influencer? Tune in to be inspired by the incredible journey of Danielle Hern, better known as @TechieDani, who sheds light on her transition from her corporate 9-5 role at Intel to becoming a full...
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Season 5
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Episode 119
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#118 Penny Locaso, Behavioral Scientist, Speaker, and Founder of HackingHappy.co
What if self-doubt could be your greatest ally in pursuing a life of meaningful impact? That's a hint of insight you'll gain from my conversation with Penny Locaso, a groundbreaking behavioral scientist and impact expert. On episode #118 of the...
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Season 5
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Episode 118
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#117 Karla Blanco: A Global Leader of Transformation Dedicated to DEI, a TEDx Speaker & Bestselling Author
What happens when you blend years of corporate experience with an unyielding commitment to personal growth? Karla Blanco joins us on episode #117 of the 2B Bolder podcast to share her journey from an aspiring attorney to a leader in diversity a...
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Episode 117
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#116 Kathryn Kaminsky, PwC US Chief Commercial Officer Talks About Career Growth
In this episode of the 2B Bolder Podcast, I sit down with Kathryn Kaminsky, a 31-year veteran of PwC and the current Chief Commercial Officer. Kathryn’s passion for serving clients has driven her impressive career, which spans business transfor...
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Season 5
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Episode 116
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33:02
#115 Krista Palmer, Technical Program Manager at Google Play Shares Advice for Women in Tech
In episode #115 of the 2B Bolder podcast, we featured Krista Palmer, a well-respected Technical Program Manager at Google Play. Krista has an impressive career journey, from front-end development to product management to ...
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Episode 115
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#114 Shailvi Wakhlu, Head of Data at Strava, talks about Data, Leadership, and Self-Advocacy
In episode #114 of the 2B Bolder Podcast, we've got a great guest!! We're diving deep into a career in tech and self-advocacy with Shailvi Wakhlu, a fantastic woman thriving in this space.Shailvi is a seasoned Data Leader with o...
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