Driven by Dreamz

From Corporate to Calling: How Debra Valentina Helps Women Turn Purpose into Reality

What does it really take to turn your inner calling into a meaningful life and business? In this powerful episode, Anishka sits down with Debra Valentina, a “soul project catalyst” with over 35 years of experience helping women unlock their true purpose. From leaving a successful healthcare executive career to building a global coaching practice, Debra shares deep insights on intuition, overcoming self-doubt, and creating a life aligned with authenticity. If you’ve ever felt stuck, uncertain, or disconnected from your purpose, this conversation will inspire you to listen within and take action.

Decoding Human Behavior: How Natalia Tafur Turns Data into Powerful Insights

What really drives people’s decisions and how can we uncover the truth behind the data? In this episode, Anishka sits down with Natalia Tafur, founder of Keyhole Research & Consulting, to explore the art and science of understanding human behavior. From running focus groups to leveraging AI thoughtfully, Natalia shares how qualitative insights reveal the “why” behind consumer choices. Learn how to balance data with storytelling, avoid bias, and think like a true researcher in a world overflowing with information.

From Ideas to Impact: How Julia Skupchenko Built a Global Movement for Change

What does it take to turn bold ideas into global impact? In this episode, Anishka sits down with award-winning social entrepreneur Julia Skupchenko to explore her journey from early entrepreneurial sparks to co-founding Alter Contacts, a global think tank for sustainable development. From navigating corporate life to launching initiatives recognized by the United Nations, Julia shares powerful insights on innovation, leadership, and resilience. Discover how she scaled the Lockdown Economy Initiative across 42 countries, why failing fast matters, and how young entrepreneurs can start creating meaningful change right now.

Liz Whitehead on Helping Small Businesses Land Big Opportunities

In this episode of Driven by Dreamz, Anishka sits down with Liz Whitehead, CEO of Diversity Masterminds® and 12PointFive. Liz works with small, local, and diverse businesses to leverage the procurement opportunities that business and sustainability certifications provide. As a business development consultant, she puts small businesses on the right track to making meaningful relationships within large purchasing organizations, having more productive conversations, and winning new business. In this conversation, Liz shares why most certified businesses leave money on the table, how to break into procurement ecosystems where relationships are already established, and the giving-to-get philosophy that has defined her eight-year entrepreneurial journey.

AI, Automation, and Accuracy: Reimagining Clinical Trials with Angie Schwab

Angie Schwab is a clinical trials expert, four-time clinical trial software innovator, and self-proclaimed clinical research futurist. She is passionate about harnessing smart AI and automation to reimagine how clinical trials are designed and executed. With 20 years of industry experience and leadership in over 200 clinical trials, Angie blends deep clinical insight with transformative technology. She is the creator of Trialynx—an AI-powered platform that serves as the central hub for study development and documentation, driving efficiency, consistency, and a new era of intelligent clinical research.