Women in Business Impact Lab (WBIL) Podcast

S4E7 - Orchestrating Life-Work Harmony, with Trina Celeste Limpert

In this podcast episode, Dr. Angela Schill and Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Trina Celeste Limpert about orchestrating life-work harmony.Trina Celeste Limpert, a seasoned author, speaker, and tech industry veteran with a thirty-year career at eBay and Oracle, is the founder of RizeNext Corp and co-founder of Tech-Moms.org. Her initiatives have cultivated a vibrant community of over 500 alumni, fostering diversity in technology and providing pathways for aspiring technologists. Trina and her family reside in the heart of Utah's Silicon Slopes.

S4E6 - Navigating Through Barriers, Internal Critiques, and Self-Doubt that Hinder Authenticity, with Neelam Chand

In this podcast episode, Dr, Angela Schill and Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talk with Neelam Chand about navigating through barriers, internal critiques, and self-doubt that hinder authenticity.Neelam Chand (https://www.linkedin.com/in/neelam-chand/) has dedicated more than 14 years to being an influential Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) practitioner, making significant strides in fostering inclusive cultures across various organizations. In the face of recent critiques that labeled DEIB initiatives as divisive, she embarked on a transformative journey of self-reflection. This introspective process involved critically re-evaluating and enhancing her DEIB approach, driven by the simple yet profound questions of what belonging truly means and how to search for it within. This period not only prompted professional development but also ignited a deep personal healing journey. As Neelam re-enters the DEIB field with renewed enthusiasm, her focus has evolved. She now aims to integrate healing, spiritual awakening, and DEIB into a cohesive strategy. This innovative approach is designed to cultivate spaces where individuals are not only recognized and valued but are also encouraged to explore personal growth and self-realization. By asking critical questions about the essence of belonging and seeking it within our own experiences, Neelam's work strives to establish a comprehensive framework that nurtures authenticity, a sense of belonging, empathy, and genuine connections among individuals and leaders. This effort is revolutionizing organizational culture and setting new standards in the field of DEIB.

S4E5 - Supporting Other Women in Our Professional Sphere, with Kara H. North

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Kara H. North about supporting other women in our professional sphere.Kara H. North is a native of Orem, Utah, and obtained a B.S. in Business Management from UVU in 2007. She then graduated from the S.J. Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah in 2010 with her Juris Doctorate. She began her legal career with a large insurance defense firm in Las Vegas, Nevada. After returning to Utah, Kara began practicing law in Utah County, with a practice primarily focused on plaintiff’s personal injury litigation, criminal defense, and adoption. She has successfully argued for her clients in Juvenile, District, Mental Health Court, and the Utah Court of Appeals. In 2022, Kara partnered with Jill Coil at Moxie Law Group, a boutique personal injury firm in Utah County. Kara currently serves as the UVU Alumni Board President and is a member of the UVU Board of Trustees and UVU Foundation Board. She is the 2023 Women’s Caucus Chair for the Utah Association for Justice, 4th District Chair for Women Lawyers of Utah, and previously served as the President of the Central Utah Bar Association. Kara has also recently been recognized as a 2023 Mountain States Super Lawyer, a Top 25 by the National Women Trial Lawyers Association, and by Utah BusinessQ Magazine as a 40 Under 40. 

S4E4 - Show Your Worth, 8 Intentional Strategies for Women to Emerge as Leaders at Work, with Shelmina Babai Abji

In this podcast episode, Dr. Angela Schill and Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Shelmina Babai Abji about her book, Show Your Worth, 8 Intentional Strategies for Women to Emerge as Leaders at Work.Shelmina Babai Abji is an author, board member, speaker, former IBM VP, angel investor, and distinguished alumni who is devoted to creating gender equality in leadership by helping career women emerge as leaders. Shelmina started her journey with humble beginnings in Tanzania. Driven by her desire to lift herself and her family out of poverty, she left home at the age of 15 to pursue higher education. When she started her career, she was an underrepresented woman in the male-dominated field of technology. She was also under-educated as compared to others, underprivileged in her economic status, and under-proficient in the language and culture. Shelmina went from being the first college graduate in her family to becoming one of the highest-ranking women of color at IBM while raising her two children as a single mother.

S4E3 - How to Develop a Greater Understanding of One Another, Shawn Newell

In this WBIL podcast episode, Dr. Angela Schill and Dr. Jonathan Westover talks with Shawn Newell about how to develop a greater understanding of one another.Shawn is the retired Vice President of Business Development at Industrial Supply Company where he worked for 37 years. He serves as a community integrator working as the vice president of the Salt Lake Branch of the NAACP, a former Commissioner on the Governor’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Human Rights Commission and co-chair of the Utah Black Round Table, the former co-chair of the Diversity and Inclusion Committee for the Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Newell formerly served on the Boards of the Utah Non-Profit Association, the Utah Manufacturer’s Association Board, as Chair of the Workforce and Economic Development Advisory Board at Salt Lake Community College where he served as the Alumni Council President and currently a Trustee Emeritus for the College. He is a former member of the Utah State Board of Education. He formerly served on the Board of Utah System of Higher Education. He now serves as a champion for the United Way promise Program network and Promise Partnership Board. Shawn serves on the Utah 3rd district Court Committee for Self-Represented Parties, as a President’s Ambassador for the Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce, Utah State Department of Workforce Services Board, Utah State Bar Commission Board, South Valley Chamber Board, Trustee at Westminster University, a member of the Third District court Office of accountability committee, the advisory committee for Unite, The University of Utah Hospital and Clinics Board, as co-chair of the Utah Multicultural Commission. Mr. Newell is currently a councilman for the city of Cottonwood Heights.Shawn is a graduate of the University of Utah, Salt Lake Community College and has a Masters of Management degree from the University of Phoenix. He holds an Executive leadership certification from the University Of Utah School Of Business and a Diversity and Inclusion certificate from Cornell University and a Leading with Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Certificate from the University of Utah. He has two certificates from the University of South Florida in Inclusion, Workforce and Personal Wellness Foundations and Ethical Leadership and Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace. He is the recipient of a Honorary Doctorate. In Shawn’s spare time he officiates youth sports and BBQs great grub. Mr. Newell is married, the father of three and has seven grandchildren.

S4E2 - How Leaders and Organizations Can Increase Employee Engagement and Effectiveness in 2024, with Tiana Sanchez

In thisWBIL podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Tiana Sanchez about how leaders and organizations can increase employee engagement and effectiveness in 2024.
Tiana Sanchez is CEO and Founder of TSI LLC, a Number 1 Bestselling Author, Keynote Speaker, and Host of the Like a REAL Boss podcast with 100 episodes reaching 26 countries. Tiana Sanchez International (TSI LLC) is a Certified Woman-Owned Business focused on talent and leadership development. Tiana got her career start at 16 with the 90% female-led national franchise organization Hot Dog on a Stick. Sanchez became a manager there at 17, was promoted to Regional Manager, and welcomed the company as her first consulting client. Tiana’s public and private sector corporate training client list includes Sony Pictures, BMW, Mercedes Benz, California State University Long Beach, among many others. She is the author of “Undefeatable” and “F’D Up – The UPside of Failure”. A Women of Distinction Awardee, she has completed certificate programs with American Management Association and Ken Blanchard Companies. Sanchez’s work has been featured on KTLA, Voyage LA, Black Hollywood Live, WITI (Women In Technology International), and many podcasts. 

S4E1 - The Benefits of Women Led Companies and Women Leaders, with Jennifer McCollum

In this WBIL Podcast episode, Dr. Angela Schill and Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talk with Jennifer McCollum about the benefits of women led companies and women leaders.Jennifer McCollum is on a mission to create better leaders and workplaces, by advancing women and promoting inclusivity. She’s an accomplished CEO, speaker and consultant, and the author of the new book "In Her Own Voice: A Woman's Rise to CEO." This book uses data and personal stories to shed light on the unique challenges women face on their journey to leadership, providing actionable insights for aspiring leaders and organizations. Jennifer has presented on hundreds of stages, podcasts, and webcasts across the globe and been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, Forbes, and Psychology Today.Learn more about the WBIL at www.uvu.edu/woodbury/wbil/.

S3E12 - Changing the Face of the Game: The Art of Negotiation, with Delia Gutierrez McLaughlin

In this WBIL Podcast episode, Dr. Angela Schill and Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talk with Delia Gutierrez McLaughlin about changing the face of the game and the art of negotiation.Delia Gutierrez McLaughlin is nothing short of a luminary in the technology sector—a Digital Transformation Leader with over two decades of unparalleled expertise, and a STEM and DEI steadfast advocate. A first-generation college graduate, Delia's journey is a tapestry of tenacity and triumph, punctuated by a constellation of accolades that bear witness to her indomitable spirit. It is her spirit and tenacity that is captured in the chapter she co-authored: “Embracing a New Mindset: Working Smarter not Harder throughout your Career”.Learn more about the WBIL at www.uvu.edu/woodbury/wbil/.

S3E11 - Navigating the Transition, with Brea R Davis

In this WBIL Podcast episode, Dr. Angela Schill and Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talk with Brea R Davis about navigating the transition and how mothers transitioning back into the business arena can effectively manage the challenges they might encounter.Brea is a wellness coach and motivational speaker specializing in empowering new moms to find balance, live healthy, and pursue their passion and purpose. As a mom of 2, Momprenuer with a background in health and business development , she understands the unique challenges faced by new moms and has dedicated her career to helping them achieve holistic well-being.Learn more about the WBIL at www.uvu.edu/woodbury/wbil/.

S3E10 - Leaning into Strengths-Based Leadership, with Donna Milakovic

In this WBIL Podcast episode, Dr. Angela Schill and Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talk with Donna Milakovic about leaning into strengths-based leadership.Donna Milakovic (https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-milakovic-1567a612/) is an Executive Education Instructor and Certified Gallup Strengths Coach. She has spent her career in nonprofit management including serving as Vice President of the Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce, working with cutting edge technology company's as a grant manager for USTAR and most recently as Senior Director of Community Outreach at UVU. She has a Master's in Business Administration and a Bachelor's in English. Donna has spent her career connecting people and building communities.Learn more about the WBIL at www.uvu.edu/woodbury/wbil/.