#33 Whitney Toates: Building a Business Club

In this episode of the She Lift Project podcast, host Cynthia Kirkpatrick sits down with Whitney Toates, a dynamic businesswoman who relocated to St. Louis and successfully established a chapter of the ACA Business Club. Whitney shares her inspiring journey of building a thriving business community amidst personal and professional challenges. From her extensive background in sales and marketing to the unique networking culture of St. Louis, Whitney offers invaluable insights on entrepreneurship, relationship-building, and overcoming adversity.

Listeners will learn about the transformative power of the ACA Business Club, a private, invitation-only organization focused on fostering meaningful relationships, professional development, and marketing strategies. Whitney’s story includes navigating a major career pivot, the birth of her daughter Bishop, and the unwavering support of her business community during difficult times.

Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, or simply looking for motivation, this episode is packed with practical advice, heartfelt stories, and lessons on the importance of community and resilience in the business world. Tune in to discover how Whitney’s faith, determination, and the power of connections helped her and her members achieve remarkable success.

#49 – Amy Rivera: Training Lymphedema Ninjas Worldwide

This episode features Amy Rivera, who shares her remarkable journey with primary lymphedema – a rare disease she was born with that caused her right leg to grow 200% larger than her left. Amy recounts her decades-long struggle without a proper diagnosis, the pivotal moment when she finally discovered what she had in 2013, and

#48 – Alara LaPlante: The Sacred Journey Home to Yourself

In this enlightening episode of The She Lift Project Podcast, host Cynthia Kirkpatrick sits down with Alara LaPlante, a healer, guide, and what one client aptly called an “illuminator.” Alara shares her remarkable journey from serious illness to vibrant health and spiritual awakening. The conversation explores how our physical “dis-eases” often reflect deeper spiritual and

#47 – Jana Franklin: Stop Doing It All And Win With Outsourcing

Jana Franklin is a serial entrepreneur who has mastered the art of scaling businesses efficiently. From owning multiple Fantastic Sams and Jimmy John’s franchises to founding CEO Concierge, she helps business owners leverage virtual assistants to regain time and focus. Her journey of growth, setbacks, and strategic delegation has made her an expert in building

#46 – Dr. Rachel Feinberg – Decoding Pain: Understanding Your Body’s Signals

In this episode of The She Lift Project Podcast, Dr. Rachel Feinberg shares her remarkable journey from anesthesiology to becoming a leader in pain management. She opens up about the challenges she faced as a woman in medicine, the pivotal moments that shaped her career, and the innovative approaches she uses to help patients truly