Q&A with Kristal Ronnebaum I’ve never been one to believe in soulmates. I believe that relationships take two people actively choosing to love one another, even on the bad days. Yet when I met Kristal Ronnebaum for the first time I instantly knew that we were soul sisters. We caught up over lunch and by the end […]
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Q&A with Violette de Ayala Today’s a big day! Femfessionals Kansas City is celebrating it’s one year anniversary. While I couldn’t be more excited to recognize the amazing women {like her and her and her} who make our community great, it will also be bittersweet as I pass on the presidency in preparation for my upcoming move. My year
“Be present as these moments go by fast” Read More »
Q&A with the founders of List Your Leave If you’ve been anywhere near a computer or smart phone this last week, you’ve like already read about the woman coining the phrase “meternity”  leave. {I know, eye roll.} One thing all working moms can agree on is that maternity leave is hardly “me time.” Us mamas are
“Helping everyone get smart on leave is our passion” Read More »
Q&A with Amy Conway There are two traits that I really admire in a business woman: passion and ambition. Amy Conway is a woman who is lucky enough to possess both. It’s a good thing, too, because after years at home raising her four children Amy is back in the workforce and is a force to
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When I launched The Free Mama four months ago, I was simultaneously adjusting to my new work-from-home mompreneur lifestyle. I happily traded in slacks and blouses for yoga pants and cozy tees. I also had to say goodbye to some amazing colleagues who helped make the daily grind much more fun. It didn’t take long for me to
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Q&A with Dede Palmer When I first met Dede Palmer, I immediately found myself admiring her confidence. Something about her truly says, “I’ve got this.” After learning more about her background as an accountant and complete 180 degree turn into the bridal industry, it became clear that any sense of accomplishment that Dede portrays is
“There was no guarantee that I would be successful, but I still took the risk” Read More »
Q&A with Deb Wiebrecht I first met Deborah Wiebrecht when she was stepping into her role as Executive Director of a local chapter of a not-for-profit. She set up a meeting to ask for some free promotions and left with a new member of the young professional leg of the organization. Not only is Deb an incredible mom making a
“Helping every kid be active, be social and belong” Read More »
You know when you’ve followed someone’s career for so long you feel like you know them? {Kind of like my lifelong obsession with the Olsen twins and subsequent delusion that we’re friends?} Well, that’s how I feel about Melanie Knopke. Her familiar face can be found describing the newest style trends on local news stations or sharing her latest
“Do what makes you happy” Read More »
Q & A with Katie Galicia I am so excited that Katie agreed to do today’s Working Mom Wednesday interview. Our paths crossed after I reached out via email about a collaboration with Femfessionals and was invited to a meeting to discuss the possible partnership further. I was a tad disheveled and didn’t want to be late after forgetting the
“We shouldn’t be so hard on ourselves or other moms” Read More »
Q&A with Rachel Sexton This week’s Working Mom Wednesday interviewee is no stranger to the spotlight. Rachel Sexton’s professional and philanthropic accomplishments have caught the attention of local magazines and news stations over the years. According to her company profile, she’s been honored as one of KC Business magazine’s “Most Influential Women”; named a “Forty under 40” by Ingram’s Magazine;
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