In this episode of Women Who Make It, Angela shares the pivotal moment that revealed she had removed herself from her own story—and the mindset shift that changed everything about how she leads, communicates, and builds Females in Food. She breaks down the three-part blueprint that helped her step into her voice: changing your language, building rooms that can hold your ambition, and taking action before you feel ready. If you've ever felt unseen despite doing the work, this episode will give you the clarity and confidence to own your value and intentionally shape your narrative. Plus, Angela shares five “rooms” you can start building today and details on a special book giveaway for listeners.

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In this episode of Women Who Make It, Angela sits down with Julie Smolyansky, CEO of Lifeway, who became the youngest female CEO of a publicly traded company at just 27. Julie shares how she navigated grief while leading Lifeway Foods, transforming it into a global wellness brand rooted in authenticity and community.

She discusses embracing imperfection, trusting her instincts, and redefining leadership, as well as her advocacy work, documentary filmmaking, and co-founding Bird Beauty with her teenage daughters. This conversation is a candid and inspiring look at resilience, reinvention, and using business to drive meaningful change.

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In this episode of Women Who Make It, Angela sits down with Danyel O’Connor, CEO of Umami, to explore what it truly means to lead with clarity, courage, and curiosity in today’s fast-changing food and beverage industry.

With over two decades of experience across CPG, investment, and innovation, Danyel shares how she’s built a career that bridges the gap between data-driven strategy and human-centered leadership. From navigating tough decisions and managing uncertainty to earning trust as a new leader, she offers actionable insights for women looking to accelerate their careers and lead with confidence.

Danyel also gives an inside look at Umami, an AI-enabled SaaS platform transforming how food and beverage brands innovate. Learn how technology is helping companies turn consumer feedback into smarter product development—and why embracing discomfort might just be the key to your next big career move.

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