65. Reflect, Rejoice, Renew: Wrapping Up a Season of Inspiration
FIERCE Mothers
In the final episode of the second season of the FIERCE Mothers podcast, Ugochi takes a trip down memory lane and recaps some of the fantastic conversations she had with the inspiring guests. It's been an incredible journey exploring many topics, meeting inspiring individuals, and delving into the depths of personal and professional growth. This season was filled with diverse stories, valuable insights, and empowering conversations. We want to express our deepest gratitude to all our guests and listeners who have joined us on this incredible journey. The link to catch any of the past...
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64. Guiding Principles for Tech Leadership: Insights from a Mom in the C-Suite
FIERCE Mothers
Today, on this episode of the FIERCE Mothers podcast, Ugochi sits down with Dupe Akinyede, the Chief Information Officer of Residio Technologies Inc., a Honeywell spinoff with over $6 Billion in revenue. Dupe, a graduate of the London School of Economics, embarked on her career journey as a Certified Accountant at Ernst and Young in search of career opportunities and inspiration. Little did she know her path would lead to a remarkable career in technology leadership. With over three decades of experience delivering value through people, processes, and technology, Dupe is a passionate leader...
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63. Championing Visibility for Women: A Conversation with a LinkedIn Top Voice
FIERCE Mothers
Today, on this episode of the FIERCE Mothers podcast, Ugochi sits down with Mildred Talabi, the founder of Visible Women Tribe and a LinkedIn personal branding Speaker, Trainer, and Coach. Mildred has spent the last decade mastering the art of personal branding in both career and business. She trained as a journalist and worked in the media before transitioning into public relations and then communications. Along the way, she started several businesses, authored four books, and had the privilege of speaking to and training many audiences across different countries. Today, she specializes...
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62. From Harpo to 110 North: The Power of Diversity in Digital Marketing
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In this episode of the FIERCE Mothers Podcast, Ugochi has an authentic, real, and inspiring conversation with Rita Thomas. Rita Thomas is an award-winning communications expert specializing in storytelling and getting to the heart of people. She’s been able to partner with several brands, personalities, and talent throughout her career and learned from the best-life educator herself, Oprah Winfrey. At Harpo Productions, Rita launched her radio, television, and producing career. Since then, she’s been able to solidify her skills in developing engaging content, working with celebrity talent,...
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61. Doctor's RX for Resilience: Bouncing Back from Life's Tumbles
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In this episode of the FIERCE Mothers Podcast, Ugochi has a lovely conversation with Dr. Adaku Onukogu. As a leading internal care physician, Dr. Adaku Onukogu is interested in helping patients throughout Silver Spring and the greater Washington D.C. area achieve overall health and wellness. Whether performing a general consultation, annual physical, or dealing with an illness, Dr. Onukogu gives her patients individualized treatment plans that work with their lifestyles. Adaku graduated from Upstate Medical University, State University of New York. She is Board-certified in Internal...
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60. Unleashing Visionary Power: A Journey with a Transformational Catalyst for Visionary Leaders
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In this episode of the FIERCE Mothers Podcast, Ugochi has a powerful conversation with Debola Deji-Kurunmi, DDK, as she is affectionately called. DDK is a best-selling author, keynote speaker, ministry gift, public policy advisor, and transformational coach for visionary leaders. DDK deploys her extraordinary talent of unlocking potential in people, institutions, and nations through her work coaching, consulting, and capacity building. She is the Founder of IMMERSE Coaching Company (a professional coaching practice), Executive Director at Ideation Hub Africa (a public policy and impact...
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59. From Courtroom to Designer: A Lawyer's Journey into Ethnically Sophisticated Fashion
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In this FIERCE Mother's podcast episode, Ugochi sits down with Boye Asenuga. Boye "Bibi" Asenuga is a Nigerian-American Founder and Creative Director of ChicNiCity, a women’s ready-to-wear clothing label based in Massachusetts. Inspired by her dual identity of ethnicity and modernity, Bibi created ChicNiCity by fusing ethnic-inspired colors & prints with contemporary design elements and silhouettes that stay true to premium, wearable and versatile clothing. Before starting ChicNiCity, she started her career as a lawyer but quickly switched and pursued her passion for a career in fashion....
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58. Beyond Achievements: Finding Happiness with Dr. Vikisha Fripp, Author and Plastic Surgeon
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Today on this episode of the FIERCE Mothers Podcast, Ugochi sits down with Dr. Vikisha Fripp. Dr. Vikisha Fripp, MD, FACS, is a board-certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, and author. She is a respected leader in her field and passionate about empowering others to find personal success and happiness beyond achievement. Beyond her medical career, Dr. Fripp is actively involved in various organizations that promote children's welfare, literacy, and health promotion. Dr. Fripp lives in Washington, DC, with her dynamic 11-year-old daughter and energetic 9-year-old twin boys. Outside of...
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57. The Art of Fashion: Style and its Cross-Cultural Significance as a Means of Self-Expression
FIERCE Mothers
Today on this episode of the FIERCE Mothers Podcast, Ugochi sits down with Pamela Sofola. Pamela is the founder and CEO of A Beautiful Closet. A Beautiful Closet was birthed in 2011 and was inspired by numerous comments by beautiful and confident women from various countries around the world about the taste and artistic rendition of Pam’s dressing style. Most women desired to "look inside the closet" of this fashion trend setter. Although she is a Certified Public Accountant by profession and has worked in this field for over 25 years, she has always nurtured artistic...
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56. Unleashing Potential: Social Entrepreneurship in Action and Africa as a Major Global Player
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In today's episode of the FIERCE Mothers Podcast, Ugochi talks to Oluwatoyin Ajilore-Chukwuemeka, (Toyin). Oluwatoyin is an education researcher and professional. She works in the convergence of education, social entrepreneurship, policy, and development. She is pursuing a Ph.D. in STEM Education at Tufts University (Boston, USA), and her research focuses on developing culturally authentic STEM pedagogy models for African higher education that prioritize creativity, unlock critical thinking, and value learner experiences. As an academic, she has demonstrated a history of creating and...
info_outlineFinding one’s purpose isn’t without challenges and often takes years of exploration, experimenting, and sometimes divine intervention. But, for Blossom Maduafokwa, a chance encounter at a gym she attended helped her to start her fitness training and Zumba company called Blossom’s Fitness Hub.
Blossom Maduafokwa joins Ugochi Onyewu for a conversation about fitness, health, and balancing the demands of life. Blossom talks about her path to entrepreneurship, obtaining her MBA from Lagos Business School, her MPH from Johns Hopkins University, and working on an executive program at Harvard University.
Blossom also talks about not having fear due to facing her fears directly on the public speaking stage. She also mentions that staying young is the wrong focus and embracing your age is her preferred method.
To connect with Blossom, follow her on Instagram. Her handle is @blossomsfitnesshub.