Success is not just about revenue; it's about the intersection of business acumen and social change. Shari Dunn, founder of ITB Solutions, joins Alice Tang to share her journey of leading a $17M non-profit and transitioning into strategic consulting. Shari breaks down the "Business of Impact" and explains why mission-driven organizations must be as operationally sound as Fortune 500 companies.

Shari explores the "Strategic Integrity" required to lead through systemic challenges and why she believes the most successful leaders are those who build institutions that can thrive beyond their own tenure. If you are looking to bridge the gap between "Profit" and "Purpose," Shari's blueprint for operational excellence is a masterclass in modern leadership.

In this episode, you'll learn:

-Shari's non-linear path from law and journalism to the C-suite of major non-profits.
-How she managed a $17M budget and the unique challenges of scaling social impact.
-Why Shari views money as a tool for systemic change and community empowerment.
-Tactical advice for building operational integrity in mission-driven organizations.

Key Moments
01:05 – The Non-Linear Path: Shari's journey from law and journalism to executive leadership.

04:20 – The Value of Money: Viewing capital as a lever for systemic change and community empowerment.

07:15 – The $1M+ Milestone: Leading a $17M organization and the unique challenges of scaling impact.

10:45 – Operational Integrity: Why passion isn't a substitute for process in a mission-driven business.

13:20 – Strategic Consulting: How she helps organizations navigate the "Messy Middle" of growth.

16:50 – Advice for Founders: The importance of building a business that can survive its founder.

19:15 – Legacy: Creating a blueprint for how business can solve society's most complex problems.

How do you build and maintain brands that resonate across the globe? In this episode of Women's Million Dollar Conversations, Alice Tang sits down with Jigna Kapadia, a powerhouse marketing executive who has led strategic initiatives for Coca-Cola, Nestlé, and Cisco. Jigna shares her journey of navigating the complexities of global markets and explains why the most successful brands are those that prioritize human connection over pure data.

Jigna reveals her philosophy on Brand Equity and discusses how aligning cultural intelligence with marketing strategy is the ultimate catalyst for reaching the million-dollar level of professional influence. If you are an aspiring leader looking to amplify your global impact or a veteran marketer navigating a pivot, Jigna's insights on intentionality and storytelling are essential.

In this episode, you'll learn:

-The strategic evolution of Jigna's career through some of the world's most iconic brands.
-How she reached the $1M milestone by consistently delivering high-impact global results.
-Why Jigna views money as a tool for creating "Optionality" and personal freedom.
-Tactical advice for building a "Global Mindset" in your leadership style.

Key Moments
00:42 – Global Roots: Jigna's background leading strategic marketing across continents.

03:15 – The Value of Money: Defining money as the freedom to choose projects that align with personal values.

05:50 – The $1M Milestone: Managing the high-stakes responsibility of global P&Ls and brand equity.

08:25 – Cultural Intelligence: Why understanding the "Human Why" is the secret to scaling brands.

11:40 – Authentic Leadership: How to own your seat at the table in male-dominated corporate environments.

14:55 – Advice for Marketers: Moving beyond data to build emotional connections with your audience.

17:10 – Gratitude: Reflecting on the impact of mentoring the next generation of global leaders.

How do you transition from the C-suite of a major corporation to a thriving independent consultancy? In this episode of Women's Million Dollar Conversations, Alice Tang sits down with Kristin Bauer, founder of Kristin Bauer Consulting and a veteran HR executive. Kristin shares her journey of leaving a secure executive role to build a million-dollar practice that helps founders and CEOs navigate the "People Side" of business growth.

Kristin reveals why Organizational Design is the key to scaling and discusses how her "Human-Centered" approach allows companies to reach the million-dollar milestone by aligning their talent with their business strategy. If you want to learn how to build a high-performance culture or own your narrative as a leader, Kristin's insights are essential.

In this episode, you'll learn:

-The strategic steps Kristin took to launch her consultancy after a storied HR career.
-How she reached the $1M revenue mark by focusing on high-impact fractional CHRO services.
-Why Kristin views money as a tool for "Optionality" and creating professional freedom.
-Tactical advice for building a leadership team that scales with your vision.

Key Moments:

00:45 – The Career Pivot: Moving from a secure corporate C-suite role to the "brave new world" of independent consulting.

02:30 – The Value of Money: Why she views capital as "Optionality"—the ability to choose your projects, your time, and your impact.

05:10 – The $1M Milestone: Proving that high-level HR strategy is a revenue-driving asset, not just a "cost center".

08:15 – Organizational Design: Why your business will stop growing if your team structure isn't built for the next stage of revenue.

11:40 – Neutralizing Conflict: How to lead through the "Messy Middle" of rapid hiring and cultural shifts.

14:55 – Advice for Founders: The importance of "owning your seat at the table" and trusting your executive intuition.

18:10 – Gratitude: Reflecting on the legacy of building high-performance teams that actually enjoy working together.