n this episode, Damali discusses Marian Murray, who has worked as the senior vice president and global CFO of a marketing group and investment bank by 29. Now she has booked over 30 days for two years as a very successful actress. She has been featured on NBC, ABC, Buzzfeed, good morning, America…etc. ) Her unique perspective on entrepreneurship an…

In this episode, Damali sits down with Dr. Juliet Nevins. Dr. Nevins is a board-certified Obstetrician and healthcare executive. Her expertise in the healthcare field as medical director for New York and New Jersey region at CVS health. She is also the founder of the belly button LLC and an alumna of Vassar College. Her unique perspective and work …

In this episode, Damali sits down with Kimberly Jenkins. Ms. Jenkins is currently Assistant Professor of Fashion Studies in the School of Fashion at Ryerson University, lecturing previously at Parsons School of Design and Pratt Institute. Kim designed an elective course and exhibition entitled, Fashion and Race, and has shared her insight at SXSW a…

In this episode, Damali sits down with Assuanta Howard. Ms. Howard serves as the Interim Assistant Dean of Business Services & Workforce Development, as well as the Executive Director of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program located at LaGuardia Community. Ms. Howard has worked for over twenty-years in the City University of New York Sy…

In this episode, Damali sits down with Jennifer Lupo. Ms. Lupo is the Managing Member of Lupo Law, Arbitration and Mediation PLLC with offices in Manhattan and Rhinebeck, N.Y. Ms. Lupo has more than 25 years of experience as a dispute resolution professional. Her unique perspective comes from having sat in every seat at the dispute resolution table…

In this episode, Damali discusses that resilience comes from honing in on your craft and in being a woman with Suzanne Boothy. Suzanne Boothby is a book author and writer who started her career as fact checker for the award-winning investigative magazine Mother Jones and has gone on to cover everything from foraging green juice ingredients to the h…

In this episode, Damali discusses how to remain resilient with Rechelle Balnzat, CEO/Founder of Juliette, a luxury cleaning service originated in New York City. Rechelle’s goal is to be on top of the billion dollar laundry industry through her company’s unique way of redefining dry cleaning. Rechelle finds resilience in survival and keeping a frame…

In this episode, Damali chats with David S. Ross, Esq. He is a mediator with JAMS, where he has worked as a neutral for nearly 30 years. He has successfully resolved thousands of complex two-party and multi-party cases -- including dozens of class actions -- and regularly handles high-profile cases involving celebrities, politicians and CEOs of lar…

In this episode, Damali discusses the experience of working as a health care physician during the COVID 19 pandemic with Dr. Melanie Shorter-Jones. She is a family medicine physician, and has been serving the middle Georgia area for over 15 years. She has served as a physician speaker for Pfizer Pharmaceuticals and Novartis Pharmaceuticals. Additio…

In this episode Damali discusses how to navigate through the higher education institution during a pandemic with Erica Marks the Vice President for Development & Alumni Relations in SUNY New Paltz. Erica Marks is an advocate for higher education and is inspired by college students through their determination. Erica Marks explains that being honest,…

On this episode, Damali discusses the fashion jewelry industry during the COVID 19 pandemic shutdown with Carrie Morrissey, CEO/Founder of ISLYNYC, a laser cut acrylic jewelry company founded in Brooklyn , NY. Carrie is on the quest for fulfillment and the ultimate goal is finding happiness within and staying connected through her company ISLYNYC. …

In this episode, Damali discusses conflict and peacebuilding with Shamil Idriss. Shamil Idriss is the CEO of Search for Common Ground, leading around 900 staff in 31 countries to end violent conflict. As CEO of Soliya from 2008 to 2014, Idriss oversaw a public-private coalition to establish the field of virtual exchange, pioneering interactive medi…

In this episode , Damali discusses how to remain resilient during these stressful times by gaining strength through others with Robin H. Williams, award winning educator, curriculum writer, educational consultant, mentor, teacher, and so much more. Robin is active in her community and currently serves as President of the Greater Hudson Valley, New …

In this episode , Damali discusses how to manage your stress and to reduce risk of cardiovascular disease in stressful times with Dr. Icilma Fergus Rowe, Director of Cardiovascular Disparities at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Dr. Fergus focuses on areas related to Preventive Cardiology including Lipids and Hypertension, Women’s Heart…

In this episode, Damali discusses how unlikely beginnings can lead to a bright and successful future with Asahi Pompey, President of the Goldman Sachs Foundation. Asahi Pompey is Global Head of Corporate Engagement at Goldman Sachs. She explains how being able to set boundaries is important to completing your goals successfully. We begin to underst…

Whether the conflict is with a co-founder, investor, or board member, Damali is walking us through the legal protections we should all have in place when starting a new business relationship, she shares helpful communication techniques that de-escalate conflict, offers free mediation resources we can all use and so much more.…

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Attorney, James Nepaulsingh. Based in Tokyo, Mr. Nepaulsingh is a Global Transactions lawyer at a Magic Circle law firm specializing in corporate law. He is qualified in England & Wales and has also worked at the firm’s London and Abu Dhabi offices. He has more than 10 years of experience advisin…

In light of the global pandemic, Breakthrough Barriers with Damali goes into the vault and pulls out some of our favorite "never-heard-before" episodes. On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Attorney, Rajdeep Lahiri. Mr. Lahiri is active in corporate and criminal litigation, including recovery initiatives, competition law, banking, i…

In light of the global pandemic, Breakthrough Barriers with Damali goes into the vault and pulls out some of our favorite "never-heard-before" episodes. On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with You Have a Purpose Foundation Inc. CEO & Founder, Rasheedah Omar. You Have a Purpose Foundation implements programs to help develop skills and m…

In light of the global pandemic, Breakthrough Barriers with Damali goes into the vault and pulls out some of our favorite "never-heard-before" episodes. On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Javis "Jay" & Morgan Brunson. Javis brings a plethora of knowledge to the podcast, stretching from the New York exchange to Goldman Sachs 10,000…

In light of the global pandemic, Breakthrough Barriers with Damali goes into the vault and pulls out some of our favorite "never-heard-before" episodes. On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Bushwick Grind CEO & Co-founder, Kymme Williams-Davis. Ms. Williams-Davis is taking the coffee industry by storm!! Her full service café is loca…

Breakthrough Barriers with Damali goes mobile!! Our Next Stop: Ghana!! On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Ghanaian Tour Guide, John "Papa" Sly. "Papa" Sly is a notable Tour Guide and wanted to share with our listeners some of the jewels that shape Ghanaian culture. Hear about Anansi the spider folklore! Hear about the Year of the …

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Breakthrough Barriers with Damali goes mobile!! Our Second Stop: India!! On this episode, Damali sat down with Attorney, Sameer Shah. In 1994, Mr. Shah started practicing law in Ahmedabad, State of Gujarat, INDIA, by enrolling as a member of the Bar Council of Gujarat and Associated with one of the renowned Solicitor’s Firm of Gujarat. In 2003, he …

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On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Professor/Author, Dr. Dana R. Fisher. Dr. Fisher is a Professor of Sociology and Director of the Program for Society and the Environment at the University of Maryland. Her research caters to understanding the relationship between environmentalism and democracy. Dr. Fisher is also an accomplished …

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Estate Planning Attorney, Dani Nodelman. Ms. Nodelman consusels her clients in estate planning, trust, and estate administration. She joins the Breakthrough table to help our callers find proper techniques of approaching elderly parents about affairs once they have transitioned and finding work-l…

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Rachael Clark, attorney and CEO Queen of Hearts Productions(QoH). A real life Wonder Woman, Rachael shares her passion for art from the streets in the exhibits she curates for QoH and her collaborative projects, while her Diana Prince persona is a licensed privacy attorney with law firm, in house…

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with the Founder/President of Dynama Insurance, Erin Ardleigh. Dynama Insurance is an insurance brokerage company that offers life, disability, long term care, and health insurance from the largest insurance carriers. They also provide strong planning, transparent advice, and educates clients on their…

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Executive Administrator, Ana King. Ana works for an amazing company (Lincoln IT) that provides computer services to their clients. Her team is dedicated to helping clients to plan, build, support, and optimize an end-to-end technology platform. Ana brings her expertise in the IT world to the Brea…

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Andrea Cane who is the Founder and CEO of the Tojary Group LLC, a company founded in 2016 that aims to inspire creativity. Featured in Westchester Magazine as a leading woman entrepreneur for Westchester County, Andrea has consulted and mentored students and small business owners on how to launch…

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Architect, Ana Sanchez. A commercial and residential property guru!! A graduate of UPenn and also a Tory Burch Foundation fellow, Ms. Sanchez came to shed light on the idea of being a woman in STEM. Tune in to hear the discussion!!Af Breakthrough ADR

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Attorney, Lisa Chaney. Ms. Chaney’s legal focus is on corporate and real estate finance and private equity fund formation. She received her B.A. in Economics from Fordham University in 2002 and received her J.D. degree from Fordham University, School of Law in 2005. Tune in to hear the discussion…

Description: On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Executive Coach, Jennifer Bezoza. Ms. Bezoza is a leadership coach, who works with executives and emerging leaders to hone and leverage their individual leadership style and strengths. She holds an MA in Social-Organizational Psychology from Columbia University, Teachers College and …

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Founder/CEO of FGM Enterprise Inc, Frances Cicogna. Frances has always been passionate about supporting people, social groups and businesses to achieve their purpose. She works with local businesses to help stimulate new revenue through customer acquisition and retention campaigns. Her company de…

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Alina Pedraza, who is the Founder & CEO of Fused Fitness. Alina opened her gym 3.5 years ago at the age of 24. She aims to help individuals to achieve healthy transformations, in efforts to become the best version of themselves. Alina’s gym offers classes and small group trainings with a focus on…

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with “Natrabella Skincare” CEO, Allison Smith. At Natrabella, Allison and her team analyze skin types to determine which enhancing procedure is suitable for each particular client. There “family-like” atmosphere makes it easier for clients to come in and discuss their needs. Tune in to hear the discus…

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Randi Wender, an attorney who is working toward obtaining her Masters in Social Work. She is currently working as a Social Work Intern at the Fordham Law School Clinic in the Criminal Defense Department. At the Clinic she works with clients who are incarcerated to help them with re-entry plans an…

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Chief Problem Solver, Al-Nesha Jones. Al-Nesha is the founder of ASE Group, an Accounting, Tax, Administrative Services, and Virtual Office Solution for entrepreneurs and small businesses. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a double concentration in Accounting and Marke…

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Tai Abrams, the best selling author of “Who Am I? An A-Z Career Guide for Teens” and the Founder/CEO of AdmissionSquad, Inc. With a mission to build a pipeline of leaders and innovators that this country needs to impact change and move the world forward, Tai Abrams started by building/leading a t…

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Mental Health Therapist, Alison Trenk, who is also a licensed clinical social worker. Experienced clinician in private practice with a demonstrated history of working with nonprofits, law enforcement and with private corporations, Alison is also skilled in nonprofit organizations, sales, group th…

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with St Vincent-born Edris Nicholls, who got her start in the hair business as a teenager in New York, learning her first tricks of the trade in a Koch-era after-school program. Known for her uptown/downtown aesthetic and her multicultural approach to hair styling, Nicholls’ equal-opportunity attitude…

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Galit Tsadik, also known as the Financial Sharktress! Galit is the founder and CEO of both Financial Sharktress and Tsadik G. Management, two magnificent financing management companies. Fluent in three languages, and an entrepreneur to the core, Galit is a creative problem solver who is constantl…

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Helya Mohammadian, who is the CEO and Founder of Slick Chicks, an adaptive underwear line focused on empowering women. Slick Chicks’ mission is to give women with disabilities their confidence and dignity back by promoting inclusivity and merging the gap between fashion and function. The line fea…

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with the one and only, Kristen Castree, who is the Campaign Director for anti-hunger organization called “A Place at the Table”. She is also an advocate for the transformational impact of art and ideas on democracy. Her experience includes over ten years in global and U.S. in roles spanning business d…

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Communications Expert, Robin Insley. Robin has over two decades of specialized experience in the food media space. She builds national brands through highly focused public relations campaigns tailored to client's desired outcomes and designed to maximize exposure across all media. Whether a produ…

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Insurance Attorney, Laura Lang & Recording Artist, Nasra Corbel. You’re in for a treat with this one!! Laura is an insurance attorney. She specializes in D&O, E&O, professional liability, employment practices and fidelity bond coverage matters. Nasra is an artist, activist, and a performer. She e…