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InPowered Women Podcast

By: Sharon Lee
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  • The InPowered Women’s Podcast is the Behind-the-Scenes exclusive of the stories of unstoppable female leaders who excel, uplift and do the work to secure a clearer path for female leaders in the future. Driven by her own experience as a marketing and sales executive, Sharon Lee leads conversations that unpack the challenges and strategies that have led to amazing breakthroughs. Prepare to be empowered to live life on your own terms and take that next leap! To book your free strategy session email us at sharon@pinnaclestrategicadvisors.net
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  • Interview of Tonya Powers, Executive Director, Franklin County Industrial Building Authority

    Interview of Tonya Powers, Executive Director, Franklin County Industrial Building Authority
    May 15 2024
    Episode Summary: In this episode of the InPowered Women Podcast features Tonya Powers, the Executive Director of the Franklin County Industrial Building Authority. They reflect on how they met through shared interests and Senator Frank Yen. Tonya discusses her journey from the solar energy industry to economic development. She emphasizes the importance of mentors and relationships in her career, highlighting her role in bringing businesses to Franklin County. Tonya's proactive approach, despite initial self-doubt, led her to success, showcasing the power of mindset in achieving goals. Tonya reflects on difficult times in her career, including facing opposition and panic attacks, yet finding strength and resilience. She discusses collaborative efforts in economic development, particularly in attracting businesses from other countries. The conversation shifts to workforce development, highlighting partnerships with educational institutions and the importance of mentorship. Finally, Tonya introduces a new project called "WOW" (Women of the Workforce), aimed at empowering women from diverse backgrounds by providing access to resources and opportunities. Sharon Lee Sharon Lee is an accomplished entrepreneur and marketing expert dedicated to empowering female leaders. With a diverse background in sales and marketing across industries like advertising, magazine publishing, and solar energy, Sharon's journey showcases her versatility and determination. As the principal of Pinnacle Strategic Advisors, she assists businesses in enhancing their marketing strategies. Sharon's entrepreneurial spirit led her to establish her own consulting firm, reflecting her commitment to excellence. Alongside her professional pursuits, Sharon co-founded the InPowered Women's networking group, fostering mentorship and support for women in business. Through the InPowered Women Podcast, Sharon will share stories of resilient female leaders with listeners encouraging them to pursue their aspirations fearlessly. Tonya Powers Tonya Powers is a dynamic force driving economic development in Franklin County. With a background in the solar energy industry, Tonya's journey to becoming the Executive Director of the Franklin County Industrial Building Authority is marked by determination and resilience. She's not just about bringing in new businesses; Tonya understands the power of relationships and mentorship, which she credits for much of her success. Despite facing challenges like opposition and panic attacks, she remains undeterred, focusing on collaborative efforts to uplift her community. Tonya's latest project, "WOW" (Women of the Workforce), reflects her commitment to empowering women with access to resources and opportunities. With her proactive approach and infectious energy, Tonya is making waves and inspiring others to do the same. Insights from this episode: Emphasis is placed on the need for follow-up after providing information or resources, ensuring that individuals leave with clear next steps and accountability mechanisms in place.Tonya highlights the significance of collaboration and mentorship in her career journey, underscoring how these relationships have been instrumental in her success.Resilience of a proactive mindset is emphasized. Despite facing challenges such as opposition and panic attacks, Tonya demonstrates resilience and a proactive mindset, focusing on solutions and pushing forward in her endeavors.The importance of the role of education in empowering individuals, particularly women, by fostering partnerships with educational institutions and providing access to resources that facilitate personal and professional growth.Discussion surrounding a focus on economic development and workforce initiatives ensues: Tonya's work centers around economic development and workforce initiatives, aiming to bring businesses to Franklin County and empower women through projects like "WOW" (Women of the Workforce).The importance of personal wellness and self-care is discussed, highlighting activities like running and spending time outdoors as crucial for maintaining mental well-being and productivity. Quotes from the show: “I remember saying that no matter what happens, no matter what my mindset is, no matter what is what I'm facing in the community, no matter what opposition I'm up against, I cannot let that impact like how I see what I do and how I know that I know that I know what I'm good at and it may not be a lot but what I am good at, that's what I'm gonna use, right?” – Tonya Powers, InPowered Women, Episode #5“And so, you know, there's, there's, there were, there were long stretches of times where I was like, I don't have any wins right now in my mind. But when I stepped back and I looked like collaboratively at like everything, the big picture, everything that was going on. I was like, it took that day and it took that day and it took that day and invite them all together. Now we've got this great ...
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    42 mins
  • Interview of Dana Clare Redden, Founder, Solar Stewards

    Interview of Dana Clare Redden, Founder, Solar Stewards
    Apr 15 2024
    Episode Summary: In this episode of the InPowered Women Podcast, Dana Clare Redden, founder of Solar Stewards, and Sharon discuss solar energy's profound impact, particularly in marginalized communities. Dana recounts founding Solar Stewards in 2016 to align corporate renewable goals with local projects, touching on topics like Renewable Energy Credits, involvement in the Georgia Solar Energy Association, and legislative victories such as House Bill 57. They delve into the current solar energy landscape in Georgia, addressing challenges like rising power rates and the importance of accessibility, especially for marginalized groups. Dana underscores the economic benefits and career opportunities in the clean energy transition, while emphasizing the significance of diversity, inclusion, and mentorship in the industry. Despite obstacles, they express optimism about the future of renewable energy and highlight the role of entrepreneurship. The conversation concludes with Dana sharing her interests outside of work and encouraging listeners to connect with Solar Stewards for further information and resources. Sharon Lee Sharon Lee is an accomplished entrepreneur and marketing expert dedicated to empowering female leaders. With a diverse background in sales and marketing across industries like advertising, magazine publishing, and solar energy, Sharon's journey showcases her versatility and determination. As the principal of Pinnacle Strategic Advisors, she assists businesses in enhancing their marketing strategies. Sharon's entrepreneurial spirit led her to establish her own consulting firm, reflecting her commitment to excellence. Alongside her professional pursuits, Sharon co-founded the InPowered Women's networking group, fostering mentorship and support for women in business. Through the InPowered Women Podcast, Sharon will share stories of resilient female leaders with listeners encouraging them to pursue their aspirations fearlessly. Dana Clare Redden Dana Clare Redden is a visionary leader in renewable energy, known for her commitment to sustainability and social equity. Founder of Solar Stewards, she bridges corporate goals with underserved communities, notably in Georgia. Her journey began with a realization of the need for solar projects in overlooked areas, leading to the establishment of Solar Stewards in 2016. Dana advocates for inclusive policies like House Bill 57 and fosters industry growth through initiatives like the Georgia Solar Energy Association. A strong proponent of diversity and mentorship, Dana's leadership inspires positive change in the renewable energy sector, driving towards a brighter, more equitable future. Insights from this episode: Dana discusses the implications of policy impact on solar accessibility, specifically of a 12% power rate increase approved by Georgia Power, juxtaposing it against incentives for solar energy, which highlights the increasing accessibility of solar power despite rising rates.Conversation surrounding the disproportionate impact of rising energy costs on marginalized communities, particularly in Atlanta, where high energy burdens exacerbate existing income inequality, emphasizing the urgency to address these disparities.Dana advocates for empowering communities through technology by leveraging technology to not only lower energy bills but also create economic opportunities within communities, suggesting that the clean energy transition could spark new career paths and alleviate financial burdens.The influence of macroeconomic factors like inflation and supply chain issues on energy costs, stressing the importance of shielding vulnerable communities from the adverse effects of such trends is recognized by Dana and Sharon.Dana highlights entrepreneurship as a driving force behind the clean energy transition, emphasizing its role in job creation, economic growth, and community development, particularly for historically excluded groups.Emphasis is placed on the importance of women's leadership and mentorship in the renewable energy sector, advocating for collaborative spaces where women can support and empower each other.Discussion surrounding the significance of mentorship in navigating challenges within the industry, emphasizing the importance of experienced professionals supporting and guiding newcomers.Despite challenges, Sharon and Dana, express a collective optimism about the future of renewable energy, highlighting the progress made through collaboration and collective action, while encouraging listeners to engage in the clean energy movement. Quotes from the show: “Well, you know, me from those days starting out at in Georgia doing distributed generation solar and just taking a look around the market, it became obvious that some of the projects in the communities that I know that we care so much about those historically excluded communities, those low and moderate income communities, you know, really needed additional help in ...
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    32 mins
  • Interview of Stephanie Choury, Enterprise Account Manager, Buckman

    Interview of Stephanie Choury, Enterprise Account Manager, Buckman
    Mar 15 2024
    Episode Summary: In this episode of the InPowered Women Podcast, sponsored by Superior Water Services, host Sharon Lee speaks with Stephanie Choury from Buckman Digital Water. Stephanie shares her journey from history major to enterprise account manager, breaking barriers in water treatment. We explore her involvement with Women of Water, discuss Cheryl Sandberg's "Lean In", and reflect on pivotal moments of resilience. Sharon Lee Sharon Lee is an accomplished entrepreneur and marketing expert dedicated to empowering female leaders. With a diverse background in sales and marketing across industries like advertising, magazine publishing, and solar energy, Sharon's journey showcases her versatility and determination. As the principal of Pinnacle Strategic Advisors, she assists businesses in enhancing their marketing strategies. Sharon's entrepreneurial spirit led her to establish her own consulting firm, reflecting her commitment to excellence. Alongside her professional pursuits, Sharon co-founded the InPowered Women's networking group, fostering mentorship and support for women in business. Through the InPowered Women Podcast, Sharon will share stories of resilient female leaders with listeners encouraging them to pursue their aspirations fearlessly. Stephanie Choury Stephanie Choury is a leader in industrial water treatment, known for innovation and empowering women in male-dominated fields. With 15+ years in water treatment, she advances digital solutions and diversity. Initially a history student, Stephanie transitioned to water treatment, driven by her passion for technology and chemical engineering. Currently an Enterprise Account Manager at Buckman Digital Water, she drives digital innovations, enhancing efficiency and performance. Stephanie actively supports women in water treatment through mentorship and advocacy, promoting diversity and inclusion. Outside work, she enjoys family time and socializing. Stephanie's dedication to excellence and empowering women has made her a trailblazer in the industry. Insights from this episode: This podcast episode highlights unstoppable female leaders and expresses gratitude to the sponsor, Superior Water Services.Discussion of Stephanie’s role as an enterprise account manager at Buckman Digital Water, focusing on digital 4.0 initiatives to enhance water treatment efficiency.Discussion surrounding the benefits of Buckman's digital solutions for water treatment efficiency.Stephanie's involvement in the Women of Water committee and the aim to support women in leadership roles in the water treatment industry, is highlighted.Emphasis is placed on the importance of mentorship, both from men and women, in career development. Quotes from the show: “...Dedicated to protecting their customers equipment against scale correct and biological fouling, ensuring optimal performance and longevity and sponsors like Superior Water Services that allow us to continue bringing you empowering stories of women in leadership positions and fostering a community of support and mentorship.” – Sharon Lee, InPowered Women, Episode #3“And that's where the acumen software platform can ingest as well as store data that these water treatment sites use daily but more efficiently with the data being in one location and not only showcasing data points but also gaining a team of experts who help triage their alarms, looking at notifications and summarizing where their sites can focus on their next site service. With this, we allow water treaters, the capability to customize all of this data in one report as well as one platform.” – Stephanie Choury, InPowered Women, Episode #3“This is a very inclusive group and our goals are to support women in their knowledge and skill set, encourage women to pursue leadership roles within the Association of Water Technologies, placing their knowledge in their employment, pursue their leadership there, creating a sense of belonging to the association as well as the industry itself.” – Stephanie Choury, InPowered Women, Episode #3“We can only continue to grow if we include each other and help to find and shape the next chapters.” – Stephanie Choury, InPowered Women, Episode #3“Women are collaborative by nature.” – Sharon Lee, InPowered Women, Episode #3“Some of the things that stood out was performance bias, skill sets being viewed differently between a man and a woman and really feeling comfortable with being uncomfortable, understanding that it's OK to own our achievements, allowing ourselves to not doubt our abilities, but also showcase that there are going to be some of those performance biases. But understanding it and recognizing it bringing to the table, a lot of the things that we offer to our organizations.” – Stephanie Choury, InPowered Women, Episode #3“There's lean in circles that you can implement within your own professional organization as well as you can take it as far as your own personal group, ...
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    18 mins
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