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ELEVATE --- Valda Ford

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Valda Ford and Rochelle Rice team up to bring you ELEVATE: Practical Content That Inspires! With a combined 50+ years in women’s health, education and empowerment, this vibrant duo is committed to elevating the next generation of women in leadership. Each show features experts from the fields of body, mind and spirit to include psychology, finances and the freedom to be the full expression of yourself as you grow in leadership.

Valda has a Master of Public Health from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, a Master of Nursing Administration from Creighton University and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Winston Salem State University. She has worked in 57 countries to improve lives and promote health.

Rochelle has a Master of Individualized Study from New York University and is trained as a Somatic Experience Practitioner. She is a former professional jazz dancer and has studied extensively with Christine Schenk in the CHRIS ® Technique (Cellular Harmonizing Regenerative Integration System).

Both women bring an extensive background from their respective fields of health, wellness, diversity, equity, inclusion, and Health at Every Size ®. Grounded in faith, these two have developed a rich program that highlights the techniques, skills and strategies needed for women to succeed in an ever changing and demanding world. They emphasize the need for women to connect to their bodies as a resource for successful decision making, self-confidence, integrity and authenticity.

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Episodes

Business Lessons from a Seasoned Professional Sofie Katzap

January 18, 2021 16:10 - 25 minutes - 35.6 MB

Sofie Katzap, CFO/COO, Lions Regional Center Phone: 917.282.7935 TITLE: Business Lessons from a Seasoned Professional Sofie Katzap is an extraordinary woman with a personal story that demonstrates the American dream. Emigrating from Russia to the United States, she developed a 30+ year career in Financial Services where she held multiple executive positions including Goldman Sachs and Salomon Brothers. During her tenure at Goldman Sachs, Assets Under Management grew from $0 to $30 bi...

HOW TO WIN AT LIFE with ANU SENAN, HOST OF HEROES OF NEW YORK PODCAST

January 11, 2021 16:10 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MB

Anu Senan, Host of Heroes of New York Podcast Phone: 917.434.3149 TITLE: How to Win at Life SHOR BIO: Anu Senan is a storyteller and winner of two Moth StorySLAMS 2020. She is the host of the podcast Heroes of New York (https://www.anusenan.com/podcast) where she shares the stories of exceptional human beings. Anu will discuss creating your own circumstances, how to find opportunity in every crisis and three strategies to increase your value at work. She is a mom to a creative 9 year...

Anu Senan, Host of Heroes of New York Podcast-- How to Win at Life

January 11, 2021 16:10 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MB

Anu Senan, Host of Heroes of New York Podcast Phone: 917.434.3149 TITLE: How to Win at Life SHOR BIO: Anu Senan is a storyteller and winner of two Moth StorySLAMS 2020. She is the host of the podcast Heroes of New York (https://www.anusenan.com/podcast) where she shares the stories of exceptional human beings. Anu will discuss creating your own circumstances, how to find opportunity in every crisis and three strategies to increase your value at work. She is a mom to a creative 9 year o...

THE POWER OF BUILDING BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS with DITRA MILLER

January 04, 2021 16:00 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MB

Ditra Miller, Chief Executive Officer of the Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce Phone: 336.970.5100 TITLE: The Power of Building Business Relationships Ditra Miller is the Chief Executive Officer of the Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce. She focuses daily on building relationships with local businesses and the community, and creating partnerships to develop programs and events that bring value to the chamber members and grow their businesses. Ditra also serves as the Chair...

The Power of Building Business Relationships -- Ditra Miller

January 04, 2021 16:00 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MB

Ditra Miller, Chief Executive Officer of the Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce Phone: 336.970.5100 TITLE: The Power of Building Business Relationships Ditra Miller is the Chief Executive Officer of the Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce. She focuses daily on building relationships with local businesses and the community, and creating partnerships to develop programs and events that bring value to the chamber members and grow their businesses. Ditra also serves as the Chair ...

LIVING OUR BEST LIVES! with VALDA FORD AND ROCHELLE RICE

December 28, 2020 19:55 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MB

Living Our Best Lives! Valda Ford and Rochelle Rice are two women who have decided that they will take their skills and talents and become who THEY want to be! If you have ever wondered how to transition from what you are doing to what you WANT to do, join in, listen up, and make an action plan. Valda and Rochelle let you know how they are able to do what they love and live big lives. Don’t miss this enlightening session. www.valdaford.com www.rochellerice.com

Valda Ford and Rochelle Rice -- Living Our Best Lives!

December 28, 2020 19:55 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MB

Living Our Best Lives! Valda Ford and Rochelle Rice are two women who have decided that they will take their skills and talents and become who THEY want to be! If you have ever wondered how to transition from what you are doing to what you WANT to do, join in, listen up, and make an action plan. Valda and Rochelle let you know how they are able to do what they love and live big lives. Don’t miss this enlightening session. www.valdaford.com www.rochellerice.com

ETIQUETTE BLOOPERS: HOW TO AVOID THEM IN OUR PANDEMIC SOCIETY with SINDY MARTIN

December 21, 2020 19:55 - 23 minutes - 32.9 MB

Sindy Martin is the founder of Smartin International, Inc., a premier business professionalism and protocol consulting firm dedicated to helping executives enhance their professionalism, interpersonal skills, and cultural awareness. She is an internationally known speaker, author, trainer and coach. Sindy is the author of Smartin-Up Your Professionalism in 365 Tweets and has appeared on television including CBS, NBC and FOX affiliates.

Sindy Martin -- Etiquette Bloopers: How to Avoid Them in Our Pandemic Society

December 21, 2020 19:55 - 23 minutes - 32.9 MB

Sindy Martin is the founder of Smartin International, Inc., a premier business professionalism and protocol consulting firm dedicated to helping executives enhance their professionalism, interpersonal skills, and cultural awareness. She is an internationally known speaker, author, trainer and coach. Sindy is the author of Smartin-Up Your Professionalism in 365 Tweets and has appeared on television including CBS, NBC and FOX affiliates.

YOUR RECIPE FOR RESILIENCE with BECKY SANSBURY

December 14, 2020 19:50 - 24 minutes - 33.7 MB

Your Recipe for Resilience Becky Sansbury, author of After the Shock, coaches leaders and organizations to navigate crisis while continuing their work. After serving as a hospice chaplain for 14 years, and then a personal guide to leaders in crisis, Becky distilled her observations into 7 common elements of resilience. Becky provides fresh perspectives and practical tools designed to re-establish normality in abnormal times.

Becky Sansbury -- Your Recipe for Resilience

December 14, 2020 19:50 - 24 minutes - 33.7 MB

Your Recipe for Resilience Becky Sansbury, author of After the Shock, coaches leaders and organizations to navigate crisis while continuing their work. After serving as a hospice chaplain for 14 years, and then a personal guide to leaders in crisis, Becky distilled her observations into 7 common elements of resilience. Becky provides fresh perspectives and practical tools designed to re-establish normality in abnormal times.

Cassandra Durham --- black girl candle company

December 07, 2020 19:45 - 25 minutes - 34.7 MB

Cassandra Durham is an African American faith-based candle maker who creates moments of peace and clarity for stressed-out women. Her products have been received with high acclaim. She tells us her story of finding her purpose and becoming a successful entrepreneur.

BLACK GIRL CANDLE COMPANY with CASSANDRA DURHAM

December 07, 2020 19:45 - 25 minutes - 34.7 MB

Cassandra Durham is an African American faith-based candle maker who creates moments of peace and clarity for stressed-out women. Her products have been received with high acclaim. She tells us her story of finding her purpose and becoming a successful entrepreneur.

Teresa Perez Ceccon

November 16, 2020 21:40 - 18 minutes - 26 MB

Teresa Perez Ceccon has been teaching dance for over 25 years. She teaches Simonson technique classes and Simonson Method of Teacher Training in and around New York City and travels each year to Europe and Canada to conduct Simonson pedagogy and dance technique workshops. Certified in Simonson Method of Teacher Training, 1997, Teresa has taught Simonson Technique at Dance New Amsterdam, formerly Dance Space Center, since 1997. She is also a teacher of Simonson Method of Teacher Trainin...

TERESA PEREZ CECCON

November 16, 2020 21:40 - 18 minutes - 26 MB

Teresa Perez Ceccon has been teaching dance for over 25 years. She teaches Simonson technique classes and Simonson Method of Teacher Training in and around New York City and travels each year to Europe and Canada to conduct Simonson pedagogy and dance technique workshops. Certified in Simonson Method of Teacher Training, 1997, Teresa has taught Simonson Technique at Dance New Amsterdam, formerly Dance Space Center, since 1997. She is also a teacher of Simonson Method of Teacher Trainin...

KAROL WARD PT2

November 09, 2020 21:40 - 25 minutes - 35.1 MB

Karol Ward, LCSW is an award winning speaker, author and confidence expert. As a licensed psychotherapist and coach, Karol is committed to helping others find their inner confidence. Using her background as trained therapist, Karol brings psychological insight to her career as a coach and motivational speaker. With her warm, conversational style, she is able to help audiences understand why they do what they do and then gives them concrete tools for change. Karol has a Masters in Clin...

Karol Ward pt2

November 09, 2020 21:40 - 25 minutes - 35.1 MB

Karol Ward, LCSW is an award winning speaker, author and confidence expert. As a licensed psychotherapist and coach, Karol is committed to helping others find their inner confidence. Using her background as trained therapist, Karol brings psychological insight to her career as a coach and motivational speaker. With her warm, conversational style, she is able to help audiences understand why they do what they do and then gives them concrete tools for change. Karol has a Masters in Clin...

KAROL WARD PT1

November 02, 2020 21:35 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MB

Karol Ward, LCSW is an award winning speaker, author and confidence expert. As a licensed psychotherapist and coach, Karol is committed to helping others find their inner confidence. Using her background as trained therapist, Karol brings psychological insight to her career as a coach and motivational speaker. With her warm, conversational style, she is able to help audiences understand why they do what they do and then gives them concrete tools for change. Karol has a Masters in Clin...

Karol Ward Pt1

November 02, 2020 21:35 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MB

Karol Ward, LCSW is an award winning speaker, author and confidence expert. As a licensed psychotherapist and coach, Karol is committed to helping others find their inner confidence. Using her background as trained therapist, Karol brings psychological insight to her career as a coach and motivational speaker. With her warm, conversational style, she is able to help audiences understand why they do what they do and then gives them concrete tools for change. Karol has a Masters in Clin...

Holly Duckworth -- Leadership Solutions

October 26, 2020 19:30 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MB

Holly Duckworth, CAE, CMP, LSP is a trailblazing keynote speaker and applied mindful leadership advisor. As a contributor to the New York Times, Producer/Host of the Everyday Mindfulness Show, and columnist to countless industry publications she works with stressed-out leaders to create, peace, presence, and profits. Holly’s career began in the world of non-profits and volunteer leadership teaching thousands of association staff and volunteers how to “reboot” for success. Today she take...

LEADERSHIP SOLUTIONS with HOLLY DUCKWORTH

October 26, 2020 19:30 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MB

Holly Duckworth, CAE, CMP, LSP is a trailblazing keynote speaker and applied mindful leadership advisor. As a contributor to the New York Times, Producer/Host of the Everyday Mindfulness Show, and columnist to countless industry publications she works with stressed-out leaders to create, peace, presence, and profits. Holly’s career began in the world of non-profits and volunteer leadership teaching thousands of association staff and volunteers how to “reboot” for success. Today she take...

EXECUTIVE PRESENCE with ROBYN HATCHER

October 19, 2020 19:25 - 27 minutes - 37.3 MB

Robyn Hatcher, founder and CEO of SpeakEtc. is a dynamic keynote speaker, communication expert, author, thought leader and award-winning actor. Robyn transforms the careers of business leaders and the culture of organizations in the financial services industry and beyond, through corporate programs, private coaching, and interactive presentations. Using her 15 plus years in the entertainment industry and her experience as a certified Neuro Linguistic Programming practitioner, she inspi...

Robyn Hatcher - Executive Presence

October 19, 2020 19:25 - 27 minutes - 37.3 MB

Robyn Hatcher, founder and CEO of SpeakEtc. is a dynamic keynote speaker, communication expert, author, thought leader and award-winning actor. Robyn transforms the careers of business leaders and the culture of organizations in the financial services industry and beyond, through corporate programs, private coaching, and interactive presentations. Using her 15 plus years in the entertainment industry and her experience as a certified Neuro Linguistic Programming practitioner, she inspi...

The Elevate Show Focus -- Valda Ford & Rochelle Rice

October 12, 2020 19:20 - 24 minutes - 34 MB

THE ELEVATE SHOW FOCUS with VALDA FORD & ROCHELLE RICE

October 12, 2020 19:20 - 24 minutes - 34 MB

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