Boss Babes of the Bluegrass

10 - Retail Resilience: Resa Browning's Story of Community, Family, and Success

Resa Browning is owner of Seeds and Saplings in Georgetown, KY. Resa shares her journey from journalism and sports management to retail entrepreneurship, detailing how she adapted her business during the pandemic by leveraging creativity and customer service. The episode covers balancing family life, supporting local charities like Amen House, and the "Holiday Hop and Help" initiative. Inspired by her experiences, Resa expresses a future interest in storytelling focused on older generations.

9 - Opa Owiye Johnson on Leadership, Delegation, and Community Engagement

We chat with Opa Owiye Johnson, owner of Sokari & Co. Consulting and Executive Director of Women Leading Kentucky. Opa shares insights on leadership, work-life balance, and the importance of networking. Discover how she's empowering women across Kentucky and her journey from consulting to mentoring. Connect with Opa on LinkedIn or womenleadingky.com. 

8 - Paige Mazzoni’s Insights on Career Shifts, Mental Health, and Balancing Life

Paige Mazzoni is a marketing rep and passionate advocate for work-life counterbalance. In this episode, we'll discover her career transitions, personal struggles, and triumphs. Paige shares insights on maintaining personal well-being and discusses her involvement with BIA Cares. Learn how she balances a demanding career with personal fulfillment. Support BIA Cares here: facebook.com/BIACares and contact Paige at pageservpro@gmail.com.

7 - From Real Estate to Santa: Katie Keys on Juggling Passions

Katie Keys is executive director of Operation Secret Santa. Katie shares her journey from a multinational childhood to running a nonprofit that brings Christmas magic to thousands of children in need. Visit Operation Secret Santa or follow on Facebook and Instagram.

6 - Empowerment, Mentorship, and Shelter: Heather Johnson’s Story and The Gathering Place

Join us as we chat with Heather Johnson, Executive Director of The Gathering Place Mission in Georgetown, KY. Discover her journey from volunteer to leader, the importance of community support, maintaining work-life balance, and her personal passion projects. Explore more about The Gathering Place's mission and upcoming events at thegatheringplacemission.com or call (502) 570-4711

5 - Hats, Health, and Harmony: Polly Singer's Career and Lifestyle Wisdom

Polly's journey is a testament to her resilience and adaptability in the ever-changing world of fashion. Connect with her online at: 
pollysinger.com
Pollysingerhatsandtea on IG
Polly Singer Couture Hats on Facebook

4 - Empowering Women’s Health: Andrea Ooten on Leading the American Heart Association

In this episode, Kris Castle talks with Andrea Ooten, Executive Director of the American Heart Association in Central and Eastern Kentucky. Andrea shares her career journey, leadership insights, and tips for work-life harmony. Don't miss the Go Red for Women event on November 1st at the Central Bank Center. For more info, visit heart.org. Contact Andrea at Andrea.Ooten@heart.org and follow @HeartKentucky on social media.

3 - Balancing Dreams and Reality: Alicia Cox's Insightful Tips on Career and Credit Management

Alicia Cox is a private banking relationship manager and former actress. Kris and Alicia explore balancing career, family, and personal time, financial advice, and the importance of networking and women supporting each other. Alicia shares her journey from acting in LA to banking in Lexington, offers credit management tips, and emphasizes financial empowerment. Contact Alicia at alicia.cox@syb.com

2 - Legal Blindness and the Future of Para-Equestrian Show Jumping with Wren Zimmerman

Wren Zimmerman, a passionate advocate for para equestrian show jumping was diagnosed with Stargardt's macular dystrophy at 17. Wren shares her journey from non-rider to a trailblazer in the sport. She discusses her work on forming Para Show Jumping North America, a nonprofit aimed at promoting & supporting riders with disabilities. Follow her on Instagram or LinkedIn.

1 - Balancing Act: Kristine Cassata's Insights on Real Estate and Family Life

Kris Castle interviews realtor Kristine Cassata from Georgetown, Kentucky. Kristine discusses her journey from substitute teaching to owning her own brokerage, the challenges she faced, work-life harmony, and the importance of supportive relationships and personal passions like cooking. She also provides a real estate industry update and advice for women entering business. Follow Kristine on Instagram.