#42 – Jane Megown: How a House Fire Ignited Success

In this episode of The She Lift Project, host Cynthia Kirkpatrick welcomes Jane Megown, President and Owner of Elastizell, who shares her remarkable journey from a career in marketing to leading a construction company specializing in lightweight cellular concrete. Jane’s company is behind critical infrastructure projects, often unseen but essential, such as filling spaces under stadiums and bridges with lightweight, custom-formulated concrete. Despite entering the male-dominated construction field with no prior experience, Jane credits her success to values she learned early on from her father: honesty, integrity, and putting people first.

Jane’s path was far from linear—she initially avoided construction, only to be drawn back in due to a series of life-altering events, including a devastating house fire. The fire not only tested her resilience but also prompted her to re-enter the workforce, leading to her eventual ownership of Elastizell. Jane’s leadership philosophy centers on transparency, teamwork, and focusing on long-term relationships rather than short-term gains. Her ability to build trust through honesty, even when it meant admitting she didn’t know all the answers, has been key to her success. Through her story, Jane offers inspiration on how to navigate career pivots, embrace challenges, and turn hardships into opportunities for growth.

#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