Finding Fearless is an exploration of human-centric leadership and a celebration of ambition. Join host Madeline Reeves, CEO of Fearless Foundry, as she digs deep to learn from the lived experiences of underestimated entrepreneurs, innovators, creators, and fearless founders. Every episode presents an opportunity to learn from their successes—and struggles—while building a company on their own terms.
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Host: Madeline Reeves is a coach for ambitious entrepreneurs and the Founder and CEO of Fearless Foundry. She has spent her career serving as a business development leader working for technology companies ranging from small startups to large publicly traded companies. She launched Fearless Foundry in 2018 to help innovative leaders boost their branding and internal strategies to build better businesses and work with clients they love.
Building a Brand Bigger Than You: Embracing Community-Centered Leadership with Emma Tessler
In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, success stories often start with an unexpected twist of fate. Maddy Reeves welcomes Emma Tessler, founder and CEO of Ninety Five Media, to the podcast to discuss her journey and insights into building a thriving virtual team. Emma's agency specializes in digital marketing strategies for scaling brands, helping them connect with ideal clients, build communities, and convert audiences into loyal customers. With eight years of marketing experience, Emma is on a mission to disrupt the digital marketing space.
Paradigm Shift in Ethical Tourism: Challenging Assumptions and Embracing Nuance in Travel
In this captivating episode, Dr. Kiona engages in a profound conversation with Madeline, shedding light on the intricacies of ethical travel. Drawing from her unique upbringing in Hawaii, Dr. Kiona emphasizes the importance of embracing cultural diversity and understanding the nuances of each travel destination. She underscores the value of active listening and respecting local customs, illustrating how ethical travel requires a deep appreciation for the cultural significance of various practices. Through her experiences in Cuba and Hawaii, Dr. Kiona highlights the positive impact travelers can have by preserving traditions and contributing to local economies. This podcast serves as a compelling reminder that ethical travel is a journey of cultural connection, mutual respect, and responsible exploration.
The Fire Movement: Solving Systemic Problems Through Financial Independence for All with Stephanie Xenos
In this episode, financial expert Stephanie Xenos shares insights on financial independence. Stephanie's personal journey from financial instability to early retirement at 32 serves as inspiration. She highlights the pivotal role of beliefs and mindset in shaping financial decisions, emphasizing that hidden beliefs can either empower or hinder our financial path. The conversation explores the evolving Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement, offering a flexible approach to financial empowerment. Stephanie addresses the challenges of post-retirement life and provides practical steps for those seeking financial independence, including self-awareness, education, budgeting, seeking guidance, and community-building. The episode illuminates the transformative potential of financial independence.
Beyond Body Positivity: Exploring Body Liberation, Neutrality, and the Intersectional Journey to Wellness with Kelsey Ellis
In the world of fitness, where the pursuit of an idealized body often takes center stage, Kelsey Ellis emerges as a beacon of change. Her journey from competitive athlete to body-positive fitness expert is a testament to her unwavering commitment to empower individuals to embrace their bodies and redefine what it means to be well. In this episode of Finding Fearless, Kelsey Ellis shares her story, insights, and perspectives on body positivity, dismantling stereotypes, and making fitness a joyful and sustainable part of life.
Reshaping Success: From Representation to Inner Work, Elise Rigney's Journey to Fulfillment
In this episode of Finding Fearless, we are joined by Dr. Elise Rigney, a Chiropractor, wellness expert, and entrepreneur. Elise shares her personal journey from hitting an all-time low point with her mental and physical health to finding healing and self-discovery. After unexpectedly losing her father, she reflects on her childhood and the challenges she faced growing up. Through inner child work, therapy, and meditation, Elise explored her past and realized the impact it had on her. Despite her difficulties, she has developed the ability to connect deeply with others and be transparent and open. Tune in to hear more about Elise's inspiring story of resilience and growth.
Reclaiming Power and Restoring Agency: Overcoming Trauma and Recovering from Burnout with Michelle Goodloe
In this episode of Finding Fearless, we are joined by Michelle Goodloe, a licensed clinical social worker, author, and wellbeing strategist. Michelle shares her personal story and discusses her work in burnout recovery and self-care. This compelling conversation explores the current state of fatigue in our society and the importance of addressing issues such as domestic violence and intimate partner abuse. Join us as we dive into the pivotal moment for Michelle's work and the need for open conversations on these important topics.
Queer Business Builders: Intersections of Identity and Entrepreneurship in the Evolving Online Space
In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline welcomes guest Rachel Pereyra to discuss the importance of building solid operational foundations. Rachel is the founder of Mastermind Business Services, an agency that provides operations consulting and execution support for women-owned agencies and social impact nonprofits. With her proven framework, Rachel helps business owners sustainably scale while feeling supported. Tune in as we dive into navigating identity, growth, building a business and queerness.
The Power of Community and Crowd Granting with Emily Rasmussen
In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline interviews Emily Rasmussen, founder of Grapevine, a crowd-granting platform. With over 10 years of experience in financing for impact, nonprofit, and social enterprise leadership, Emily shares her diverse background and how it led her to create Grapevine. From her time as a professional ballet dancer to her work in developing microfinance programs in India, Emily's journey showcases the non-linear path that entrepreneurs can take in building their businesses. Tune in to learn more about Emily's impressive background and the work she is doing with Grapevine.
Breaking the Shame Cycle and Rewriting the Narrative of Recovery with Chloe Mason
In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline sits down with Chloe Mason, a single mom, fitness model, actress, and author. Chloe shares her journey of overcoming adversity, including anxiety, depression, racism, poverty, and addiction. She discusses her role as a mother and her passion for empowering women and representing queer women of color. Tune in to be inspired by Chloe's resilience and determination.
How She Builds an Anti-Hustle Culture Business with Jadah Sellner
Running your own business can be a long and lonely road. As you reach out for community, you may be flooded by posts talking about “hustle culture”, “always earning”, and other popular philosophies around working that glamorize working yourself into the ground. As enticing as it can be to surround yourself with this kind of messaging, it’s not a lifestyle that fits everyone. Burnout, anxiety and other mental health issues are more prevalent among young entrepreneurs now than ever before, and the impact of depriving yourself of rest can be devastating. So how do you keep the balance between profit and personal self? In today’s episode, we are joined by best-selling author, business mentor, host of the Lead with Love® Podcast, and sought after international keynote and TEDx speaker Jadah Sellner. Combining her own encompassing experiences of starting a business with her passion for founders succeeding in all aspects of their life, Jadah helps founders grow their businesses to the next level without sacrificing what matters most.