Girls Gone Boss

Bibiana Julian is a former Miami Dolphins cheerleader who was first introduced to America when she competed for the heart of Ari Luyendyk Jr. on ABC’s Season 22 of “The Bachelor”. Bibi won America’s heart with her honest, funny, no F’s-given personality. Soon after she left the show she was invited to join the “The Bachelor Winter Games” for another chance at love. Most recently she completed her summer stint in Season 5 of “Bachelor In Paradise”. Although Bibi may have not found love, these experiences have fueled a fire inside of her and have given her a positive outlook on her future. In this Part 2 episode Bibi speaks about being diagnosed with Crohn’s disease at 19 years old and her struggles with it. The auto immune disease has limited the types of food she eats and has impacted her mental and physical health. She divulges about the disease also affecting her breast implants and the way her body has responded negatively to it. Her awesome personality in this candid conversation has confirmed why ABC pro

Bibiana Julian is a former Miami Dolphins cheerleader who was first introduced to America when she competed for the heart of Ari Luyendyk Jr. on ABC’s Season 22 of “The Bachelor”. Bibi won America’s heart with her honest, funny, no F’s-given personality. Soon after she left the show she was invited to join the “The Bachelor Winter Games” for another chance at love. Most recently she completed her summer stint in Season 5 of “Bachelor In Paradise”. Although Bibi may have not found love, these experiences have fueled a fire inside of her and have given her a positive outlook on her future. In this Part 1 episode Bibi shares insight on what propelled her to sign up for “The Bachelor”. She shares intricate details with GGB on key moments during all three shows. She candidly opens up about some of the struggles she encounters as a single woman today, her love for her family, past relationships, self love, and her hope of finding the right partner one day. Keep up with Bibi @bibi_julz on Instagram and stay tuned fo

Katy Stoka is CEO and founder of One Two Cosmetics. The company was established in 2014 and has gained national acclaim for its flagship line of magnetic lash extensions. Katy is the creator of the first no glue, no adhesive lash on the market. She learned early on that if you can’t find it, create it! One Two magnetic lashes have revolutionized the beauty industry and have garnered the attention of some of the most coveted beauty editors as well as the attention of major national TV outlets including The Today Show and HSN. In this episode Katy navigates us through the intricate process of coming up with a product from scratch. She discusses the importance of building the right team, how she developed a strategic business plan to guide her future investors, and the importance of thinking on a global scale. Before inventing One Two lash Katy spent a decade as a Real Estate sales Director in Miami. Katy is committed to continuing to build a brand that connects and empowers women worldwide. She is the epitome o

Dr. Julie is a licensed clinical psychologist who works with teens and adults. She specializes in helping her clients heal from their past by discovering their inner strength. She also helps patients with anxiety, depression, body image concerns, social anxiety, relationship issues and those coping with transitions. In this episode we discuss the very prevalent issue of lack of self-esteem amongst women. Why do we feel not good enough? Why do we second guess ourselves? Dr. Julie digs deep into the underlying feeling of self doubt that hovers over many of us in our daily lives. She gives us techniques on how to change our inner critique in ways that will serve and help us project a better self image. We open up about the role that social media has taken in devaluing our self worth by keeping us in the comparison trap. Dr. Julie stresses the importance of building children’s self-esteem from a very young age and encourages parents to take on an active role in order to raise more confident adults. Dr. Julie resi

Lisa Concepcion is a professional life coach and founder of LoveQuest Coaching. She specializes in dating, relationships and self-love. Lisa helps people to love themselves first so they can attract, give and keep love in their lives. She is a firm believer that the relationship that matters most is the one we have with our divine inner being, our Source. The more connected we are to Source, the more unconditionally we love ourselves and the less we’ll need to control others in our quest for love and happiness. Lisas’ goal is to change the way people view relationships, commitment and romantic partnerships. In part 2 Lisa continues to share important tools used to attract a more harmonious, loving, and peaceful dating life. She highlights the importance of being clear of what you want as well as of the attributes you would want your partner to have in order to match the lifestyle you want to create. The more clarity and vision you have the better aligned you will be. We also discuss the importance of setting

Lisa Concepcion is a professional life coach and founder of LoveQuest Coaching. She specializes in dating, relationships and self-love. Lisa helps people to love themselves first so they can attract, give and keep love in their lives. She is a firm believer that the relationship that matters most is the one we have with our divine inner being, our Source. The more connected we are to Source, the more unconditionally we love ourselves and the less we’ll need to control others in our quest for love and happiness. Lisas’ goal is to change the way people view relationships, commitment and romantic partnerships. In part 1 Lisa elaborates on her personal development company, LoveQuest. Her role as a life coach has helped many of her clients transition from where they are to where they want to be in many areas of their lives. In this particular episode Lisa shares important insights on dating and love. She divulges on how to clearly identify a dating style and how to stick to it. We dig deep into online dating, quie

Romina Magorno is the founder and owner of Imagine It Media, a boutique PR and marketing firm with its foundation in music, entertainment and lifestyle PR. The agency handles a range of personalities from celebrities, actors, artists, and corporate clients. The company provides extensive press and media strategies and is dedicated to executing comprehensive marketing campaigns for both the general and US Hispanic markets. Her diverse roster of clients include Global super star DJ Steve Aoki, Emmy Award winning host Jorge Bernal, Ultra Records and a long list of some of your favorite Latin artists!!! In this episode Romi navigates us through a full on course in all-things Public Relations. If you are an aspiring publicist, musician, artist manager, or looking to build a brand this is the episode for you!!!! She explains the differences in working diverse markets, gives advice on when is the best time to seek publicity and shares personal experiences on how to deal with crisis management. Romi is a veteran PR g

Sarah Akiba is an entrepreneur and philanthropist who was born in Paris, France to immigrant parents. From the early age of 15, she began her career in fashion, which later lead her to styling celebrities like Dascha Polanco, YesJulz, as well as Young Thug and Lil Uzi Vert’s music video “Up”. By 19, she had already created her own clothing brand and had found her niche in entrepreneurship. Unfortunately, shortly after her 21st birthday her life completely changed with the death of her father. In this episode, Sarah shares intimate details about this turning point in her life and how it catapulted her into creating her lifestyle brand and non-profit organization ‘Angel Watching Over Me’.  As an homage to her dad, AWOM serves as a support system for those who have lost a loved one with counseling services lead by on staff therapist. Sarah has also created a girls club for middle school girls, where she aids them with self-love, self-esteem, confidence and support. In addition, she is the creator of AWOM Club a

Brittany Pruitt is a Miami-based fashion and lifestyle blogger. Her blog, Bisousbrittany.com is dedicated to fashion, style, beauty, and travel. Started in 2011, Brittany’s blog began as a creative outlet to share fashion inspirations and trends. She now uses her platform to connect and share about her personal style, travels, life updates and so much more. In this episode Brittany takes us back to the very beginning of her blogging journey and discusses key insight on how she has stayed authentic and true in this competitive industry. The blogging community has opened up many opportunities for her to work with world renowned brands and for meeting and engaging with empowering bloggers from all over the country. She also shares the not so glamorous side of blogging with some behind the scenes stories of what content creation is all about. If you are looking to get started in blogging and want some quick inspo....this is the episode for you! Stay connected to Brittany @bisousbrittany on Instagram and check out

Jessica Higgins, JD MBA BB is a workplace design and communications expert. She holds executive leadership roles and board positions in a portfolio of companies in art, consulting and technology. After earning her MBA Jessica started her own consulting firm and has worked very closely with companies like Microsoft, Zappos, and L’Oreal in shaping their corporate culture. In this episode she discusses the importance of growth mindset productivity in the workplace which equates with attaching yourself to work that is meaningful and fulfilling. We also discuss women representation at the executive level, mentorship, negotiating pay, and how to manage your risk portfolio fearlessly! Her book, 10 Business Communication Skills will release this September. It is a user guide on how to better communicate in business. It has important information on how to improve your assertiveness, give better feedback, and how to get exceptional negotiating skills. Definitely a must read for a hard working boss like you! Knowledge i

Brittany Berger is the author of “25 and Self-ish” a book about the year before she turned twenty-five where everything in her life changed. She experienced true love and true heartbreak, career success and failure, and crossed the bridge of fear leaving everything behind to move to another country. That very “self-ish” decision led her through a series of events that she has now turned into a very inspirational book! Brittany has a natural ability to empower young adults and women in their quarter-life crisis stages. Prior to becoming an author, she worked as a corporate event manager and pursued her passion as a fitness instructor. Her enthusiasm for inspiring individuals has always come naturally to Brittany. Today, her ambition is dedicated to enhancing one’s self-reflection by addressing personal truths and embracing authenticity. In this episode she shares intimate details of her journey of self-discovery and the conception of the book. Brittany’s energy is magnetic as she dives into the importance of s

In this Part 2 episode, Vanessa James continues to share how her leap into entrepreneurship lead her to create VJ Media building it from the bottom up. Her company is responsible for amazing events such as The Women of Impact dinner and VJ Media Mixology both hosted in South Florida. She also shares how using her voiceover work as her backbone has allowed her to take part in voicing HBO’s hit show “Insecure” and ESPN’s “30 for 30” for Serena Williams and Lebron James. Vanessa’s work ethic is rooted in being honest, courageous and in always seizing opportunities as they come! The combination of her Caribbean upbringing and her “never give up” attitude has shaped her into the incredible woman she is today- living her best life on her own terms! Vanessa currently serves as the voice of over fourty radio and television stations nationally. Through her company VJMedia she leverages her expertise in lifestyle media, content creation, brand strategy, creative partnerships, event production and more. You can catch

In this Part 1 episode Vanessa James shares a detailed account of her start in the radio business. She began her career as an on-air personality and quickly climbed the corporate ladder becoming the youngest female program director on the IHeartRadio roster in Miami’s popular urban station 1035 The Beat. She later held multiple roles as the stations Music and Marketing Director as well as primetime midday host. Her amazing versatility and contagious personality will inspire you to navigate your career path with grit and power. She currently serves as the voice of over fourty radio and television stations nationally. Through her company VJMedia she leverages her expertise in lifestyle media, content creation, brand strategy, creative partnerships, event production and more. You can catch up with V on Instagram @vanessajamesmedia and at www.vanessajamesmedia.com Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate and review Girls Gone Boss on Apple Podcasts or iTunes. You can keep up with us @girlsgoneboss on all

Baylee Alana is a mental health advocate and creator of @anxietysupport on Instagram. She has built a community that serves as a support system for people that are suffering from various mental health conditions. In this episode she discusses the stigmas surrounding this topic and the importance of having open conversations about it. Through her personal journey she has been able to reach many people and has fostered a very loving and inclusive community. Currently she resides in Chicago and is working on officially launching www.trustmeigetit.com where she will post curated stories from people all over the country who are also suffering from different aspects of mental illness. Her life’s work has impacted many people and her wish is to continue to heal and inspire others every day. You can follow Baylee @anxietysupport. If you or someone you know is in emotional distress, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Trained crisis workers are available to talk 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Your confid

Anna Azcona is an American journalist decendent of Dominican parents and in this episode shares her career journey in the media and entertainment industry. Anna explains the duality of living and absorbing both cultures and the importance of the values instilled by her strict upbringing. She shares some of the struggles she has gone through relating to colorism and stereotypes in media that still exist today. Anna currently writes, produces, edits, and hosts her own show “Anna Reclama” on SBS’ La Musica app. She is bold, driven, and a force to reckon with. You can catch up with Anna on Instagram and Twitter @annaazcona / Fabebook @AnnaazconaTv Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate and review Girls Gone Boss on Apple Podcasts or iTunes. You can keep up with us @girlsgoneboss on all social media platforms.

Tamara Holder is an American attorney, author and television commentator who joins #GGB to tell her very public story of sexual abuse in the workplace. During her tenure as contributor and legal analyst at Fox News Tamara was sexually assaulted by an executive at the company. After reporting the incident a year and a half later she entered into a long legal battle with 21st Century Fox that left her depleted and banned from ever working there again. Her courageous decision to speak up has made her a very powerful advocate for women’s rights and the #metoo movement. She currently resides in Chicago and represents women undergoing sexual harassment cases in the workplace. You can catch up with Tamara on Instagram @Tamara_Holder and Twitter @Tamaraholder If you are going through something similar and would like to connect directly with Tamara you can email her at contact@tamaraholder.com Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate and review Girls Gone Boss on Apple Podcasts or iTunes. You can keep up with

On this part II episode with Cata Balzano, Cata continues to share how social media impacts your overall brand. She dives into ways you can maximize valuable career opportunities via different outlets and tactics to help you reach new clients and brands. There are tons of amazing take aways for entrepreneurs who want to learn how to navigate social media for business and more! Cata is a Fashion & Entertainment Journalist who contributes to the Miami Herald, El Nuevo Herald, Miami New Times, Miami.com, Indulge Magazine, Nexos Magazine, Press Pass Latino and CNN Style mainly covering fashion, entertainment and community news. Cata currently resides in London, UK where she is pursuing a degree at the University of the Arts London. You can catch up with Cata on all social media platforms @catabalzano Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate and review Girls Gone Boss on Apple Podcasts or iTunes. You can keep up with us @girlsgoneboss on all social media platforms.

Cata Balzano joins #GGB to discuss her career in journalism and shares gems on social media etiquette that can boost and elevate your brand. She also contributed great tips on bold ways to approach editors and key people within the ever growing field of journalism. She is wise beyond her years and a power player with infinite potential in the entertainment industry. Cata is a Fashion & Entertainment Journalist who contributes to the Miami Herald, El Nuevo Herald, Miami New Times, Miami.com, Indulge Magazine, Nexos Magazine, Press Pass Latino and CNN Style mainly covering fashion, entertainment and community news. Cata currently resides in London, UK where she is pursuing a degree at the University of the Arts London. You can catch up with Cata on all social media platforms @catabalzano Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate and review Girls Gone Boss on Apple Podcasts or iTunes. You can keep up with us @girlsgoneboss on all social media platforms.

On the first episode of Girls Gone Boss, get to meet your girl boss hosts Gaby, Denise and Alex. They cover everything from how they met, how they got started in their careers, overcoming their biggest fears and why they joined forces to start Girls Gone Boss. As the first season unravels, we will bring you amazing conversations with real women, overcoming real obstacles yet defying them with style & grace. We want to empower and motivate the next generation of women to always dream big.    Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate and review Girls Gone Boss on Apple Podcasts. You can keep up with us @girlsgoneboss on all social media platforms.

Coming Soon! Girls Gone Boss hosted by Alex, Gaby and Denise.