Be BOLD Branding

More Than An Influencer

She's back — and this time, the conversation goes deeper. Maggie Anderson, CEO and co-founder of The Empowerment Experiment Foundation, returns for a third time to challenge the way we think about influence, impact, and legacy. In a world obsessed with followers and virality, we draw a sharp and necessary distinction between being an influencer and being a role model — and why that difference matters more than ever for our communities. Then, in a moment of rare vulnerability, Maggie opens up about her current battle with cancer, sharing what this season has taught her about strength, purpose, and the work that still drives her forward. This is Maggie Anderson like you've never heard her before.
 
Episode Highlights:
06:02 Influencer vs Role Model
11:17 Niche Branding Action
13:53 Algorithms Platform Debate
17:53 Reclaim Influence for Good
22:42 Maggie Anderson’s Life Journey
28:06 Legacy Encouragement
Show Links: 
Maggie Anderson’s Website and Contact Information

Miss America Goes Nuclear

What happens when a nuclear engineering student puts on a crown — and decides to change the world's relationship with energy? Meet Grace Vanderhei, Miss America 2023 and nuclear engineer on a mission to make clean energy accessible, understandable, and impossible to ignore. Named the New Face of Nuclear Energy by the Wall Street Journal and recognized on the Forbes 30 Under 30 Energy list, Grace is bridging the gap between science and the public through her platform, "Clean Energy, Cleaner Future." Her story is proof that one bold voice in the right room can start a chain reaction.
 
Episode Highlights:
00:27 Meet Grace Vanderhei
03:40 Winning Miss America
06:20 Spite To Science
08:17 Nuclear Everywhere
11:31 AI Power Hunger
18:50 Support Is Surging
20:42 Book On Optimism
23:52 Village Mindset
28:37 How to Connect with Grace Vanderhei
Show Links: 
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The Human Side Of Safety

What does it take to transform the way an entire organization thinks about safety? For RJ Jubber, the answer came from nearly 25 years of working in some of the world's most high-stakes industries — oil and gas, construction, utilities, and beyond. His journey to becoming a global leader in Human and Organizational Performance wasn't conventional, and that's exactly what makes it compelling. Today, as founder of G.R.I.T., RJ helps organizations prevent serious injuries and fatalities by changing the way leaders think about risk — and the people exposed to it every day. In this episode, he pulls back the curtain on the experiences that shaped him, the moments that changed his perspective, and why protecting people isn't just his profession — it's his purpose.
 
Episode Highlights:
01:42 Getting to Know RJ Jubber
04:00 What Is HOP
05:45 Defining Leadership Moment
12:10 From Chaos To Grit
14:51 Transformation Mindset
17:43 Principles Over Tactics
23:30 When People Still Resist
26:40 How to Connect with RJ Jubber
Show Links: 
GetTheGrit.com

Rising Above The Competition

Are you struggling to stand out in a competitive job market or sales role? Jason Zygadlo, a Certified Career Coach with 20 years in high-level medical device sales, teaches customer-facing teams unconventional strategies using personalized video to boost credibility, confidence, and conversions. His approach isn't just professional — it's personal. As a cancer survivor and bestselling author of Built, Not Born, Jason brings a hard-won perspective on reinvention and resilience to everything he does. In this episode, he also reflects on his experience as a BrandFace client and what the branding journey has meant for his work.
 
Episode Highlights:
02:18 Leap Into Entrepreneurship
10:03 Comfort Vs Growth Mindset
12:21 AI Era Needs Human
13:03 Personalized Video Strategy
18:43 Authenticity Over Avatars
24:38 Joining Brand Program
27:24 Ziggy Strong Walk
29:58 Brand Clarity Breakthrough
35:23 How to Connect with Jason Zygadlo
Show Links: 
careercoachbyob.comJason A. Zygadlo | LinkedIn

A Year of Buying Black (Part 2)

What happens when a bold experiment meets resistance from the very community it was meant to inspire? In Part 2, Maggie Anderson, CEO and co-founder of The Empowerment Experiment Foundation, unpacks the pushback, the history, and the hard truths behind the Buy Black movement. From the historical erosion of Black-owned businesses to the concept of economic leakage—where dollars exit Black communities at an alarming rate—Maggie connects the dots between systemic inequality and everyday spending choices. Through stories of leadership, celebrity influence, and corporate supplier diversity, she charts a path from frustration to momentum, challenging listeners to see conscious consumerism not as a trend, but as a transformative force for lasting economic equity.
 
Episode Highlights:
02:16 Backlash: Why the Black Community Resisted
04:37 History of Lost Black Businesses
07:58 Economic Leakage Explained
10:15 Turning Pain Into Momentum
12:55 Leadership and Spending Power
15:48 Celebrities Breaking the Taboo
23:23 Supplier Diversity 
26:38 Final Thoughts
Show Links: https://authormaggieanderson.com/Maggie Anderson’s Website and Contact Information

A Year of Buying Black (Part 1)

What would happen if one family committed to exclusively supporting black-owned businesses for an entire year? Meet Maggie Anderson, CEO and co-founder of The Empowerment Experiment Foundation, who turned that bold question into reality in 2009. An Emory and University of Chicago graduate who studied constitutional law under Barack Obama, Maggie documented her family's groundbreaking journey in her book Our Black Year: One Family's Quest to Buy Black in America's Racially Divided Economy. Through her activism, speaking, and leadership, she challenges communities to recognize economic empowerment as a pathway to equity—revealing the obstacles, opportunities, and transformative power of intentional spending within underserved communities.
 
Episode Highlights:
03:01 Maggie Anderson’s Roots: Liberty City, Immigrant Parents, and a Call to Activism
03:47 Mentors & Milestones: John Lewis, Barack Obama, and Corporate Leadership
06:18 The Anniversary Dinner That Sparked the Empowerment Experiment
10:07 From One Month to One Year: Making the Experiment Public & Credible
14:37 Finding Essentials, Building a Directory, and Getting Resourceful
17:01 Community Pushback, Missing Infrastructure, and Businesses Closing
19:25 A Mother’s Blessing, Finishing the Year, and Closing Reflections
Show Links: 
Maggie Anderson’s Website and Contact Information

The Voice Inspiring Women Educators

What if the key to transforming education isn't working harder, but leading with greater alignment and purpose? Meet Dr. Stephanie Duguid, who empowers women educators to serve with goodness, lead with greatness, and educate with impact. With three decades as an educator, athletic trainer, and administrator, Stephanie combines experience from education and sports medicine to help leaders move from exhaustion to inspiration. A keynote speaker, podcaster, and bestselling author of Exponentially Elevate Your Leadership Impact, she provides purposeful strategies that eliminate imposter syndrome and spark transformation—creating cultures of trust where educational leaders can realize their true purpose and exponentially elevate their impact.
 
Episode Highlights:
02:35 The Influence of Dr. Stephanie Duguid's Mother
03:51 Transition to Teaching
08:20 The Impact of Mentorship
10:46 Addressing Imposter Syndrome
14:18 Serve with Goodness, Lead with Greatness
18:05 Stephanie's Branding Journey
24:53 How to Connect with Dr. Stephanie Duguid
Show Links: 
DrStephanieDuguid.comStephanie’s Podcast

Shattering the Broke Artist Myth

Most artists believe they need to choose between making money and pursuing their creative work, but what if that's actually a myth keeping talented people broke? In this episode, we explore how to thrive as an artist with Miriam Schulman.  Miriam fell for that exact myth before building a six-figure art business and brand teaching thousands of creatives worldwide to do the same. Now, she’s the author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living From Your Creativity. Tune in and find out why her Abundant Art Lesson #9 is right up our alley!
Episode Highlights:
01:20 Miriam Schulman's Journey from Wall Street to Art
09:44 Foundations for a Sustainable Art Business
12:06 The Role of Social Media in Art Business
15:41 Foundations of Sales and Productivity
16:51 The Value of Personal Branding
26:47 How to Connect with Miriam Schulman
Show Links: 
schulmanart.com/sellmoreartMiriam’s PodcastBe the first to leave an honest review of Miriam Schulman’s episode on the Be Bold Branding podcast and send her the screenshot at miriam@theinspirationplace.net for a chance to win a free copy of her Artpreneur book.

A Brand For Women With ADHD

What if the reason you can't control your spending and budget isn't lack of willpower…but a complete mismatch between your neurodivergent brain and neurotypical money advice? For people who have ADHD, here's the truth nobody's telling you: it's not because you're bad with money. It's because every financial expert is teaching you strategies designed for neurotypical brains, and then you wonder why you keep "failing." In this episode we explore specialized money coaching with Vanessa Dean, whose journey from financial chaos to control revealed her calling to help women with ADHD break free from money struggles that traditional advice can't solve.
 
Episode Highlights:
01:33 Vanessa Dean's Personal Financial Journey
03:12 Specialized Money Coaching for Neurodivergent Clients
04:50 Tackling Impulsive Spending
07:33 Building Positive Financial Habits
10:04 The ADHD Money Coach: Unique Insights and Approaches
16:26 Vanessa's Branding Journey with BrandFace
21:41 How to Connect with Vanessa Dean
Show Links: 
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Inspiring Legacies That Last

What if the legacy you're building isn't just something you leave behind—but something you live every single day? In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Burl Randolph, Jr., a retired Army Colonel, 3x combat veteran, and founder of MyWingman, LLC. As creator of The Randolph Roadmap framework, Dr. Randolph helps inspired leaders find their purpose, fulfill their mission, and forge their legacy. With 32 years of military leadership and a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership, he's the wingman empowering executives to unlock their potential and design their inspired life journey. Dr. Randolph is also a BrandFace client, so you’ll hear about his journey with us, too. 
 
Episode Highlights:
01:51 Dr. Randolph's Military Journey
04:03 Challenges in Transitioning to Civilian Life
07:49 Family and Early Influences
15:05 Inspired, Not Retired: Leadership Lessons
22:18 Handling Leadership Challenges
27:19 Impactful Stories from Iraq
28:56 Joining the BrandFace Program
37:45 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
41:52 How to Connect with Dr. Burl Randolph
Show Links: 
www.mywingmanllc.com
Email: info@mywingmanllc.com
Phone: 866-242-2260