Quick heads up: This episode contains discussions of workplace harassment, bullying, and sexual harassment, including personal accounts. Listener discretion is advised. Please take care while listening.Have you ever wondered wh...

Quick heads up: This episode contains discussions of workplace harassment, bullying, and sexual harassment, including personal accounts. Listener discretion is advised. Please take care while listening.What does it really mean to ...

The nonprofit world has a problem. Behind the mission statements about doing good lurks a troubling reality for many Black professionals—a world where they're expected to leave their authentic selves at the door just to survive.

Nneka Allen opens our conversation with a profound declaration: she's a "reluctant entrepreneur" whose path to founding the Empathy Agency Inc emerged from confronting the very real inequities Black people face within the charitable sector. ...

Ellen Kushnick pulls back the curtain on Canadian politics with rare candor, sharing insights from her years as a strategic powerhouse on Parliament Hill. From the adrenaline rush of managing swing riding campaigns to the delicate art of cra...

What happens when your career no longer feels safe or aligned? In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, I sit down with a nonprofit leader-turned-consultant, Esther Saehyun Lee, founder of Elevate Philanthropy Consulting who shares w...

In this thought-provoking episode of #FEMPIRE, we dive deep into the current political climate, examining the rapid shifts happening in both Canada and the U.S. and how they're affecting the nonprofit and fundraising sectors. Our guest, Esth...

This week on #FEMPIRE, I’m joined by Rita Rahmati, an absolute force in government relations and communications. From early days writing for the Western Gazette to leading national advocacy for Canada's building trades unions, she's been at ...

In this episode, Alexandra Biron takes us through her journey from a family rooted in community and volunteerism to a career in Corporate Purpose & Sustainability. She shares how the field has evolved to encompass Indigenous reconciliati...

In this episode, we sit down with Jesse Clarke, a seasoned government funding expert with over 20 years of experience transforming the relationship between charities, nonprofits, and government. From her early days as a federal civil servant...

In this episode of #FEMPIRE, we’re joined by Allison Venditti, founder of Moms at Work, a game-changing community on a mission to reshape workplace equality for mothers. Allison shares the inspiring story of how she grew M...

In this episode, Julia and Emelia dive into the essential topics of financial literacy, real estate, and investing, offering listeners a window into long-term wealth-building. Uncover the effects of inflation on your finances, the advantages of...

Welcome to #FEMPIRE the podcast that dives into the fascinating lives of women working in politics, policy, and public affairs. Today’s guest is Vice President of Communications and Public Affairs at Hill & Knowlton, Katherine Feenan.

Welcome to #FEMPIRE the podcast that explores the inspiring stories, challenges, and triumphs of remarkable women who have defied stereotypes and shattered glass ceilings. Join us as we sit down with fearless women leading in politics, corporat...