Episode 1 - Trailblazers: The Evolution of Female Leadership with Tatiana Arguello and Christine Benero
Release Date: 11/09/2024
Episode 12 - The New C-Suite — Rethinking Connection, Community & What Leaders Actually Need
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What if the future of leadership isn't about climbing—but about connection? In this season finale, Renelle sits down with Bea Sonnendecker, founder of SuiteC, and Chelle Johnson, executive coach and talent strategist, to explore the shifting inner and outer landscapes of the C-Suite. Both have lived the corporate grind, led executive searches, and now stand at the edge of something new—offering spaces where leaders can be real, resourced, and in relationship. Episode Takeaways: Together, they unpack what today’s executives actually need: ➤ Why traditional executive search and...
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Episode 11 - Built for Mars, Driven by Purpose: The Starsys Founders on Culture, Exit & Impact
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In this episode of Conscious InSights, Renelle Everett Darr sits down with Scott Tibbitts and Scott Christiansen, co-founders of Starsys Research—an extraordinary company that built spacecraft hardware used on missions to Mars and beyond. From an invention crafted with $7 in hardware store parts to a global space company with 99% employee retention and a 100% mission success rate, their journey reveals what’s possible when purpose and culture come first. Together, they unpack how values like fun, family, and personal responsibility shaped their company's DNA, what it takes to lead...
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Episode 10 - The Enneagram and Leadership: Bridging Ancient Wisdom with Modern Practices
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In this episode of Conscious InSights, Renelle Everett Darr delves into the Enneagram with experts Claire Williams and Pastor Stephanie Williams O'Brien to explore how this ancient tool can revolutionize modern leadership. Discover how the Enneagram's deep insights into personality and behavior patterns can transform leadership effectiveness across generations. Episode Takeaways:➤ Understand the Enneagram’s foundational role in personal and leadership transformation. ➤ Learn how leaders can use the Enneagram to identify and transcend personal limitations, enhancing their influence...
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Episode 9 - The Future of Flourishing: How Leaders & Strategies Must Evolve in Uncertainty (Part 2)
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The world is shifting fast, and traditional leadership strategies aren’t built for this level of complexity. In Part 1, we explored how change follows cycles and how leaders can find stability in uncertainty. In Part 2 of The Future of Flourishing, Renelle and futurist Cecily Sommers explore why leaders must evolve alongside their strategies to successfully navigate uncertainty. The conversation connects inner leadership growth with external strategic adaptation, highlighting why leadership today requires change fluency—the ability to track patterns, anticipate shifts, and lead...
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Episode 8 - The Future of Flourishing: Finding Order in a Disordered World Part 1
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In this episode, host Renelle Everett Darr explores the transformative potential of our chaotic times with futurist Cecily Sommers and happiness expert Ashish Kothari. This discussion delves into the historical cycles of change, particularly the 80-100 year cycle, revealing that these uncertain times may hold more certainty and opportunity for growth than we initially realize. About Our Guests Cecily Sommers: A top futurist, Cecily equips leaders with the foresight to navigate and harness the cyclical changes of our times, drawing from history's patterns to predict and prepare for...
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Episode 7 - Innovative Impact: How Colorado Champions Conscious Entrepreneurship
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In this episode, host Renelle Everett Darr explores how Colorado’s thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem is deeply connected to personal purpose, values, and vision. Joining her are two visionary leaders: Mick Freeman, CEO of BEN (Bridge Entrepreneurs Network) Colorado, and Kelly Mazanti, founder of Buttnski, a unique and purpose-driven outdoor apparel brand. Together, they dive into the power of conscious leadership, the importance of values-driven business, and the unique role Colorado plays in fostering innovation and impact. Through their conversation, one theme becomes clear:...
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Episode 6 - Wellness at the Helm: Leading with Vitality with Julia Schowerer and Renee Moorefield
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In this episode of Conscious Insights, Renelle Everett Darr engages with Renee Moorfield and Julia Schworer to explore the significance of wellbeing in leadership and corporate culture. They discuss the innate capacity for individuals to thrive, the importance of servant leadership, and how organizations can implement wellbeing initiatives to foster a healthier, more productive, connected, and innovative work environment. Through a case study of Barilla's initiatives they highlight the transformative power of prioritizing employee wellbeing and the ripple effect it can have on organizational...
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Episode 5 - Visionary Spaces: Landscape Architecture as a Catalyst for Change with Mark Johnson & Scott Jordan
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In this conversation, Renelle Everett Darr speaks with Mark Johnson and Scott Jordan, leaders at Civitas, about the transformative power of landscape architecture. They discuss how well-designed public spaces catalyze social change, enhance community and belonging, and improve public health. Through examples like the Central Platte Valley in Denver and a St. Patrick’s Island in Calgary, they illustrate the importance of public spaces as communal grounds that foster connections and enhance the social fabric of cities, leading to healthier and more vibrant urban environments. The...
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Episode 4 - Elevating Perspective: Leadership Transformation in Nepal with Luis Benitez and Mark Gasta
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In this inspiring episode, Renelle Everett Darr dialogues with Luis Benitez and Mark Gasta on blending Eastern wisdom and Western efficiency to redefine leadership. They delve into the heart of Sherpa culture, which emphasizes service, community, and adaptability, and discuss how these values enhance Western leadership models. The discussion further explores how experiential learning and stepping out of comfort zones in different cultural settings, like the Himalayas, offer deep personal growth and leadership transformation. The episode concludes with a preview of "The Sherpa Way" leadership...
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Episode 3 - Purpose-Driven Leadership: The Heart of Success with Ross Brooks
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In this conversation, Renelle Everett Darr and Ross Brooks, CEO of the Colorado Community Health Network (CCHN) explore the essence of purpose-driven leadership as the heart of success, particularly in the context of healthcare as a human right. They discuss the importance of integrating personal purpose with professional responsibilities, the role of community health centers, and the need for emotional intelligence and human connection in leadership. Ross shares his personal journey that fuels his purpose for affordable healthcare access for all. The discussion culminates in a vision for a...
info_outlineIn this debut episode of Conscious InSights, host Renelle Everett Darr engages with two trailblazers, Tatiana Arguello and Christine Benero, in an inspiring and thought-provoking discussion on the evolution of female leadership. The trio explores how leadership has transformed for women, addressing the roles of intuition, resilience, and the support systems that enable women to thrive. Through heartfelt stories, Tatiana and Christine reveal how they’ve embraced their cultural heritage, the need for both men and women to collaborate and support each other in creating a more inclusive and equitable environment, and navigated the challenges unique to women in leadership.
About our Guests:
Christine Benero is President and Chief Executive Officer of Mile High United Way, the first United Way in the world. For 137 years, Mile High United Way has worked to advance the common good and believes all children, individuals and families should have the opportunity for success. Last year, Mile High United Way proudly invested over $34.3 million in the Metro Denver area.
Christine is the former Chief Executive Officer of the American Red Cross Mile High Chapter in Denver. Prior to joining the American Red Cross, Christine was the Director of the Office of Public Liaison for the Corporation for National and Community Service in Washington, D.C. She served in two presidential administrations, working for both Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush. Christine has served as Vice President of the National Civic League, and as a Community Affairs Corporate Program Officer for Target Stores in Minneapolis.
Tatiana Argüello is a media executive with experience in broadcast, digital, news, community, and integrated sales marketing. She was named to her role as President and General Manager of Telemundo Colorado in 2019 and added Telemundo Utah to her portfolio in 2023. She leads all station operations at KDEN and KULX which serve Spanish-speaking audiences across multiple platforms in Colorado and Utah.
Throughout her career, Argüello has stressed the notion that Hispanics are driving cultural change and economic growth in the United States. She believes that greater language fluidity is promoting an increased connection to heritage among US Hispanics and is often heard stating “language is our number one cultural attribute, and culturally relevant content drives behavior and consumption.