In this enlightening episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline explores "Fearless Finance" with Martin Kamenski, CEO and founder of Revel CPA. Together, they delve into Martin's unique journey bridging the worlds of theater and finance, and his powerful mission to break down barriers to generational wealth for underrepresented communities.

Key themes include:

• Martin's unconventional career path, spanning performing arts and the financial sector.
• His dedicated mission to build generational wealth, particularly for underrepresented communities.
• The critical importance of aligning core behaviors and values to forge a robust company culture.
• How authenticity in leadership leads to sustained success for both entrepreneurs and their teams.
• Insights into financial empowerment and the evolving landscape of the accounting industry.

00:00 Introduction to Finding Fearless

00:39 Exploring Fearless Finance with Martin Kamenski

03:04 Martin's Unique Journey: From Theater to Finance

05:18 The Intersection of Creativity and Business

09:51 Rebranding and Niche Focus

16:13 Core Behaviors and Company Culture

23:24 Mission of Financial Empowerment

31:00 Challenges Faced by Underrepresented Founders

33:18 Barriers in the Accounting Industry

36:18 Creating Inclusive Work Environments

41:06 The Importance of Authenticity in Business

46:43 Martin's Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

50:23 Conclusion and Resources


Get ready for the Advisory Amplified Tour!

I'm hitting the road this fall, with FinTech and accounting innovators for a high-impact, one-day event in six cities. We're diving into the future of advisory—think AI, automation, pricing, payroll, and people-first leadership.

If you're a modern firm owner aiming to grow your impact, streamline services, or connect with peers, you can't miss this! Join us in Seattle, LA, Chicago, Austin, Atlanta, or Boston. Tickets are just $99.

Visit to www.advisoryamplified.com register now!

Connect with Martin:

Follow him on LinkedIn

Check out his firm revelcpa.com and @revelCPA.

Martin also created a business value assessment that helps you understand how your company stacks up in the key areas that drive business value.

You can take it for free here.

Connect with Fearless Foundry:

• Fearless Foundry
• Madeline Reeves

Finding Fearless is an exploration of human-centric leadership and a celebration of ambition, releasing every other week on Wednesdays, 6AM PST. If you liked the show, please rate, review, and share! You can also visit our website to learn more about how to become a sponsor of Finding Fearless!

Finding Fearless is produced by Fearless Foundry, a creative consultancy focused on advancing ambitious humans from around the globe to amplify their impact through branding, marketing, and business development. You can contact us at hello@fearlessfoundry.com if you are interested in our services and can follow us on all social media @fearlessfoundry.

Season 4 music is by Premium Beats. All audio is recorded and owned by Fearless Foundry.

In this inspiring episode of Finding Fearless, I sit down with Henna Pryor, a workplace performance expert, award-winning author, and keynote speaker whose journey from corporate conformity to entrepreneurial authenticity challenges everything we think we know about professional success.

Key themes we explored:

• Henna's bold leap from Big Four accounting to founding her own venture
• Why traditional definitions of success are failing us
• The revolutionary power of embracing professional awkwardness
• How personal experiences shape our willingness to take career risks
• Strategies for practicing effective vulnerability in professional settings
• Building a sustainable, energizing career that aligns with your values

00:00 Introduction to Finding Fearless

00:38 Guest Introduction: Henna Pryor

01:51 Henna's Career Journey

05:35 The Call to Entrepreneurship

11:34 Defining Success and Mindset Shifts

18:07 Embracing Awkwardness: Henna's Book

28:34 Understanding Burnout and Energizers

28:52 Identifying What Energizes You

29:24 The Clock-Watching Test

30:21 Adjusting Your Workload

32:04 Balancing Multiple Passions

33:01 The Importance of Charging Your Worth

33:49 Trial and Error in Business

35:07 Diversifying Your Business

36:31 The Reality of Hustle Culture

38:25 The Myth of Overnight Success

39:20 Authenticity and Vulnerability in Business

41:01 The Power of Vulnerability

46:02 The Value of Lifelong Learning

52:28 Redefining Success on Your Own Terms

54:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Connect with Henna's Work:

• Website
• Henna’s Book: ‘Good Awkward’
• LinkedIn: Henna Pryor
• Instagram: @hennapryor
• Facebook

Connect with Fearless Foundry:

• Fearless Foundry
• Madeline Reeves

Finding Fearless is an exploration of human-centric leadership and a celebration of ambition, releasing every other week on Wednesdays, 6AM PST. If you liked the show, please rate, review, and share! You can also visit our website to learn more about how to become a sponsor of Finding Fearless!

Finding Fearless is produced by Fearless Foundry, a creative consultancy focused on advancing ambitious humans from around the globe to amplify their impact through branding, marketing, and business development. You can contact us at hello@fearlessfoundry.com if you are interested in our services and can follow us on all social media @fearlessfoundry.

Season 4 music is by Premium Beats. All audio is recorded and owned by Fearless Foundry.

In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves sits down with Catherine Perez and Marianna Di Regolo, the queer married founders of FAMM. Together, they explore their professional journeys and their mission to build a thriving, inclusive queer economy that challenges traditional business networks.

Key themes include:

• The systemic barriers and funding challenges faced by LGBTQ+ professionals and entrepreneurs
• Their commitment to community-driven solutions and the creation of FAMM
• How intentional spending and mutual support can transform economic landscapes
• The launch of FAMM Connect - the first social network designed for LGBTQ+ professionals
• The vital importance of safety, visibility, and resilience in building inclusive platforms

00:00 Introduction to Finding Fearless

00:38 Meet Catherine Perez & Marianna Di Regolo

03:14 Catherine & Marianna’s Professional Journeys

08:10 The Love Connection

15:09 Building FAMM: The Origin Story

19:32 The Power of Branding

23:40 Overcoming Barriers as LGBTQ+ Founders

30:25 The Power of Barter Systems

32:05 Networking vs. Genuine Connections

34:20 Navigating Visibility and Safety

39:00 Introducing FAMM Connect

42:36 Building a Community-Centered Platform

50:07 Future Vision and Impact

54:26 Event Announcements and Closing Remarks

Connect & Learn More

Here's how you can engage with Cat & Marianna’s work:

Website: heyfamm.com

FAMM Connect: www.heyfamm.com/famm-connect

Follow @hey_famm on Instagram, TikTok, and Threads

Connect with Fearless Foundry:

Fearless Foundry

Madeline Reeves

Finding Fearless is an exploration of human-centric leadership and a celebration of ambition, releasing every other week on Wednesdays, 6AM PST. If you liked the show, please rate, review, and share! You can also visit our website to learn more about how to become a sponsor of Finding Fearless!

Finding Fearless is produced by Fearless Foundry, a creative consultancy focused on advancing ambitious humans from around the globe to amplify their impact through branding, marketing, and business development. You can contact us at hello@fearlessfoundry.com if you are interested in our services and can follow us on all social media @fearlessfoundry.

Season 4 music is by Premium Beats. All audio is recorded and owned by Fearless Foundry.

In our latest episode of Finding Fearless, we had the privilege of speaking with Tricia M. Taitt, CEO of FinCore and fractional CFO who's transforming how women entrepreneurs approach their finances. Her journey from Wall Street executive to financial empowerment advocate offers powerful insights into building a sustainable, values-driven business.

Key themes include:

• The critical importance of financial literacy for entrepreneurial success
• Why less than 2% of women-owned businesses reach seven figures in revenue
• Strategies for overcoming financial fears and scarcity mindsets
• The difference between revenue and take-home pay (and why it matters)
• How childhood money lessons shape our business decisions
• Practical steps for scaling beyond six figures with intention

00:00 Introduction to Finding Fearless

00:39 Meet Tricia Taitt of FinCore

01:02 Tricia's Background and Achievements

02:11 The Importance of Financial Education

03:52 Tricia's Journey to Financial Consulting

07:14 Challenges and Mindset Shifts for Women Entrepreneurs

11:16 Setting Financial Goals and Overcoming Scarcity

17:14 Practical Steps to Financial Success

21:14 The Importance of Knowing Your Numbers

27:58 Understanding Revenue vs. Take Home

28:47 Coaching in Girl Bossy Spaces

30:08 The Reality of Business Debt

31:49 Perception of Wealth and Social Media

32:35 Childhood Money Lessons

40:46 Values and Money Management

48:28 Connecting with Tricia and Upcoming Events

51:31 Final Thoughts and Outro


Offerings & upcoming events with Tricia:

• 45-60 minute Financial Strategy call w/ Tricia M Taitt - CEO, FinCore
• FinCore's Pay Yourself More Calculator
• How to be a Financially Resilient & Fearless CEO in Uncertain Times Virtual session w/ Madeline Reeves & Tricia M Taitt
• Luminary Live Small Business Summit in Chicago

Connecting with Tricia- IG (@fincorestrong) or on Linked In

Finding Fearless is an exploration of human-centric leadership and a celebration of ambition, releasing every other week on Wednesdays, 6AM PST. If you liked the show, please rate, review, and share! You can also visit our website to learn more about how to become a sponsor of Finding Fearless!

Finding Fearless is produced by Fearless Foundry, a creative consultancy focused on advancing ambitious humans from around the globe to amplify their impact through branding, marketing, and business development. You can contact us at hello@fearlessfoundry.com if you are interested in our services and can follow us on all social media @fearlessfoundry.

Season 4 music is by Premium Beats. All audio is recorded and owned by Fearless Foundry.

In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves sits down with Marcia Dawood, author, TEDx Speaker, podcast host, and early-stage investor. Together they explore Marcia's mission to transform angel investing from an exclusive club into an accessible pathway for everyday people to fund innovation and create positive change.

Key themes include:

• Marcia's journey from corporate finance to passionate advocate for investment democratization
• The untapped potential of platforms like Wefunder, Republic, and StartEngine
• Building a personal investment thesis that aligns with your values
• The critical importance of community and collaboration in angel investing
• How equity crowdfunding is reshaping who gets to be an investor

00:00 Introduction to Finding Fearless

00:37 Meet Marcia Dawood: Author, Speaker, and Investor

01:09 Democratizing Angel Investing

01:28 FreshBooks: The Accounting Solution

02:20 Marcia's Journey into Angel Investing

05:32 Understanding Angel Investing

07:58 Equity Crowdfunding Explained

12:52 Building a Personal Investment Thesis

19:29 The Power of Community in Angel Investing

22:36 Show Her the Money: The Documentary

24:10 A Great Cause and Personal Involvement

24:59 Introducing Relay Financial

25:48 Challenges and Systemic Issues in Female Funding

30:08 Encouraging Audacity and Confidence

33:13 Angel Investing Demystified

37:51 Resources and Recommendations for Aspiring Investors

39:33 Final Thoughts and Calls to Action

Connect & Learn More

Here's how you can engage with Marcia's work:

Website: www.marciadawood.com

Instagram

Connect with Fearless Foundry:

Fearless Foundry

Madeline Reeves

Finding Fearless is an exploration of human-centric leadership and a celebration of ambition, releasing every other week on Wednesdays, 6AM PST. If you liked the show, please rate, review, and share! You can also visit our website to learn more about how to become a sponsor of Finding Fearless!

Finding Fearless is produced by Fearless Foundry, a creative consultancy focused on advancing ambitious humans from around the globe to amplify their impact through branding, marketing, and business development. You can contact us at hello@fearlessfoundry.com if you are interested in our services and can follow us on all social media @fearlessfoundry.

Season 4 music is by Premium Beats. All audio is recorded and owned by Fearless Foundry.

In our latest episode of Finding Fearless, we had the privilege of speaking with Catherine Gray, general partner at Silicon Valley Women Founders Fund and CEO of She Angel Investors. Her journey from advertising executive to venture capital pioneer offers powerful insights into the transformation happening in the investment landscape.

Key themes include:

• The unique challenges women face in securing venture capital funding.
• The power of storytelling in shifting investment culture towards greater equity.
• Strategies for fostering increased representation and investment in women-led ventures.
• The impact and reception of Catherine's documentary 'Show Her the Money' and its broader influence.
• Opportunities for listeners to engage with venture capital and feminist funding initiatives.

00:00 Introduction to Finding Fearless
00:54 Meet Catherine Gray: A Game-Changer for Female Founders
01:22 Catherine's Journey and the Venture Capital Landscape
04:49 The Impact of 'Show Her the Money'
09:43 The Power of Community and Networking
14:44 Investing in Women: A Smart Choice
22:13 Resources and Next Steps for Aspiring Investors
35:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


Connect & Learn More

Here's how you can engage with Catherine’s work:

Website: www.showherthemoneymovie.com

LinkedIn

Connect with Fearless Foundry:

Fearless Foundry

Madeline Reeves

Finding Fearless is an exploration of human-centric leadership and a celebration of ambition, releasing every other week on Wednesdays, 6AM PST. If you liked the show, please rate, review, and share! You can also visit our website to learn more about how to become a sponsor of Finding Fearless!

Finding Fearless is produced by Fearless Foundry, a creative consultancy focused on advancing ambitious humans from around the globe to amplify their impact through branding, marketing, and business development. You can contact us at hello@fearlessfoundry.com if you are interested in our services and can follow us on all social media @fearlessfoundry.

Season 4 music is by Premium Beats. All audio is recorded and owned by Fearless Foundry.

In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves sits down with Amanda Ralston, a queer and neurodivergent serial entrepreneur and the visionary behind Non-Binary Solutions. Together, they explore Amanda's groundbreaking work in transforming autism care through innovative and inclusive approaches.

Key themes include:

• Amanda's 25-year journey in applied behavior analysis and its evolution
• The development of her innovative clinical decision support system for autism treatment
• The changing landscape of autism diagnosis and the need for adaptable solutions
• The unique challenges and strengths of being a neurodivergent entrepreneur
• The power of radical honesty and non-binary thinking in leadership
  
  

00:00 Introduction to Finding Fearless

00:37 Meet Amanda Ralston: Revolutionizing Autism Care

04:43 The Evolution of Autism Diagnosis

09:50 The Rise of Neurodiversity Awareness

11:14 Challenges and Opportunities in Autism Care

18:10 Non-Binary Solutions: A New Approach

29:24 The Journey to Tech Solutions

30:13 Relay Financial: A Game Changer for Small Businesses

31:02 Challenges of Building a Startup

31:57 Navigating Bias and Fundraising as a Female Founder

33:40 The Importance of Authenticity and Mental Health

44:35 The Role of Neurodiversity in Entrepreneurship

48:14 Balancing Instincts and Data in Entrepreneurship

53:52 Upcoming Events and Staying Connected

55:13 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Here's how you can engage with Amanda’s work:

Website: www.nonbinarysolutions.com

Instagram

Connect with Fearless Foundry:

Fearless Foundry

Madeline Reeves

Finding Fearless is an exploration of human-centric leadership and a celebration of ambition, releasing every other week on Wednesdays, 6AM PST. If you liked the show, please rate, review, and share! You can also visit our website to learn more about how to become a sponsor of Finding Fearless!

Finding Fearless is produced by Fearless Foundry, a creative consultancy focused on advancing ambitious humans from around the globe to amplify their impact through branding, marketing, and business development. You can contact us at hello@fearlessfoundry.com if you are interested in our services and can follow us on all social media @fearlessfoundry.

Season 4 music is by Premium Beats. All audio is recorded and owned by Fearless Foundry.