Madame Founder

The Hardhat-Wearing Gucci Girl: Legacy, Leadership, Family and Style | Madame Founder with Joy Rohadfox

When a fax from her father handed her the reins to the family construction company, Joy Rohadfox had no engineering background—but she had grit, intelligence, and heart. In this episode, Joy shares her remarkable journey from a dirt-bike-riding little sister in Durham to CEO of a multimillion-dollar infrastructure firm. We talk about navigating politics in business, earning respect in a male-dominated field, and staying true to your style—yes, even in Gucci. This conversation is about legacy and the power of saying yes before you feel ready.  She is gem and you’ll be inspired by her sense of humor and quiet confidence.

Sisterhood & Strategy | Madame Founder with Susan & Heather

What happens when you mix sisterhood, storytelling, and a sprinkle of entrepreneurial magic? On this episode of Madame Founder, I sit down with Susan Turnock and Heather Arak—the dynamic sister duo behind GGL Creative, the masterminds behind some of the most unforgettable corporate gifts and brand experiences on the planet!  Corporate gifting has been around for ages, but they revolutionized it!  If you get a gift, they designed... you KNOW IT!  This is why powerhouse names like Disney, NASCAR, Sandals, and Coca-Cola trust them when it is time to stand out. Listen in as we talk about building a family-first business, crafting moments of surprise and delight, and how they went from selling milkshakes at “airplane meets” (yep, you read that right) to designing immersive, jaw-dropping experiences.  Like children do when they sit around the campfire and listen to “ghost stories”, these two are so inspiring and so creative, you just want to lean into their story!  Whether you’re a brand builder, a gift-giving enthusiast, a creative who wants to transform a good idea into something more, or someone who just loves a good entrepreneurial success story, this one’s for you!

Shattering Stigmas in Women’s Health | Madame Founder with Deeannah Seymour

How do you build a #1 selling women’s health brand in a highly stigmatized space? Just ask Deeannah Seymour, founder of PhD Feminine Health. She built a multi-million dollar business empire that shows hearts to your “lady parts!” She is breaking taboos and opening doors to REAL conversations about women's health. Deeannah’s journey is based on science, data, and choosing faith over fear.  🎧 Listen in to hear how she shattered the stigma and built a brand that’s changing lives.

Nourish Your Body and Business Soul | Madame Founder with Vanessa Rissetto

Vanessa Rissetto knows that nutrition isn’t just about what’s on your plate—it’s about education!  As a registered dietitian and co-founder of Culina Health, she’s reshaping how we approach food, eating, and wellness.  In this episode, she shares how she discovered that for her, the “Freshman 15” became the “College 50”, and it changed her life.  She went on to found a hugely successful tele-health company rooted in the notion that people need to define their true health goal...whether it’s weight loss, improving self-esteem, or managing your C13 levels, Vanessa and her team are all about realistic, sustainable plans.  Can’t afford a chia-seed-flax-achino? No problem. Culina Health makes nutrition accessible—and even better, their services are covered by insurance.  Vanessa is a total powerhouse, and by the end of this conversation, you’re going to love her as much as I do. Her insights are fueling my journey, and I hope they’ll inspire yours too.

Your Zone of Genius | Madame Founder with Kasey D’Amato

In the Season 2 premiere episode of Madame Founder, I sit down with Kasey D’Amato, who became the aesthetics guru to the stars, wanted more, launched her own medical grade skincare line, burned herself out, traveled through a dust storm (literally) to find herself again, then became a business coach, consultant, and now an author!  Her story is amazing, and I was fascinated by her easily digestible nuggets of wisdom.  Listen as she shares that wisdom with us.