She's So Suite Podcast

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By: Kristi Faltorusso

Embark on a journey with Kristi in each podcast episode as she engages in insightful conversations with accomplished women in the C-suite. Explore their unique stories, triumphs, challenges, dreams, and valuable advice that will inspire and empower you. Tune in for an enriching experience as Kristi delves into the depth of their professional journeys and brings you closer to the dynamic world of female leaders at the top.

The Paleoethnobotanist turned Founder & CEO at Hyphenate ft. Debra Senra
#34
05/21/2025

She's So Suite is brought to you by Client Success. The easiest to use, fastest to implement software to reduce churn & increase customer revenue. Request a demo at ⁠⁠https://www.clientsuccess.com/⁠⁠

Welcome back to the She’s So Suite Podcast, where we spotlight powerful women who’ve carved their paths to the C-suite. In this episode, I, Kristi Faltorusso, sit down with Debra Senra, CEO and Founder of Hyphenate. Debra takes us on a candid journey—from her childhood dream of becoming a paleoethnobotanist, to her ambition of serving as a Supreme Court Justice, and ultimately, to her rise as...


The Ballerina turned Founder & CEO at The Fairy Job Mom ft. Alexis Scott
#33
05/07/2025

She's So Suite is brought to you by Client Success. The easiest to use, fastest to implement software to reduce churn & increase customer revenue. Request a demo at ⁠⁠https://www.clientsuccess.com/⁠⁠

Welcome back to the She's So Suite podcast, where we celebrate, elevate, and learn from accomplished women in the C-suite and beyond. In this episode, I, Kristi Faltorusso, sit down with the inspiring Alexis Scott, Founder & CEO of The Fairy Job Mom, to chat about her refreshingly candid career journey.

You’ll hear Alexis’s raw insights on being laid off during the pandemic, gr...


The Journalist turned Sales Manager at Dreamdata ft. Laura Erdem
#32
04/23/2025

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From dreaming of becoming a journalist in Lithuania to excelling in the world of tech sales, Laura Erdem—a dynamic sales executive at DreamData—opens up about making bold career pivots and overcoming fear through financial security, which is crucial for empowerment, especially for women.


Laura shares candid insights on making the leap from established enterprise roles to early-stage startups, building her...


The Veterinarian turned CCO at SAI360 ft. Paula Sobb
#31
04/09/2025

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Join me, Kristi Faltorusso, CCO, Client Success as I sit down with Paula Sobb, CCO, SAI360 ( former CCO, LifeLoop). Paula takes us on a remarkable journey through her career, from navigating the male-dominated tech industry to successfully launching her own business. With honesty and vulnerability, Paula shares pivotal moments in her life, including balancing motherhood and career, overcoming health challenges, and bouncing back into corporate America...


The Astronomer turned CEO at Virtual Field ft. Rachel Krug
#30
03/26/2025

She's So Suite is brought to you by Client Success. The easiest to use, fastest to implement software to reduce churn & increase customer revenue. Request a demo at ⁠⁠https://www.clientsuccess.com/⁠⁠

Welcome back to the She's So Suite podcast, where I spotlight remarkable women who have journeyed to the C-suite. In today's episode, I, Kristi Faltorusso, sit down with Rachel Krug, the accomplished CEO of Virtual Field. With an MA in Sociomedical Sciences from Columbia University, an MBA from New York University, and a BA in Sociology from Cornell University, Rachel's career has been shaped by pivotal...


The Spy turned Founder & CEO at Avenue Talent Partners ft. Amy Volas
#29
03/12/2025

She's So Suite is brought to you by Client Success. The easiest to use, fastest to implement software to reduce churn & increase customer revenue. Request a demo at ⁠⁠https://www.clientsuccess.com/⁠⁠

Join me, Kristi Faltorusso, CCO at ClientSuccess as I welcome the inspiring Amy Volas, founder and CEO of Avenue Talent Partners to uncover her unique journey to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Amy shares candid anecdotes about the formidable challenges she faced, including working with a difficult CEO and navigating career crossroads, and how she overcame them by embracing excellence and communication. She also shares her proudest...


The Pilot turned Product Led Growth Expert ft. Leah Tharin
#28
02/26/2025

She's So Suite is brought to you by Client Success. The easiest to use, fastest to implement software to reduce churn & increase customer revenue. Request a demo at⁠⁠https://www.clientsuccess.com/⁠⁠

Leah Tharin, a trailblazing influencer and product-led growth expert joins me, Kristi Faltorusso, CCO at Client Success on the She's So Suite podcast to candidly share her unique career path, starting as a C++ developer and evolving into a dynamic force in the product management and executive landscape.

Leah unveils pivotal moments, the challenges she faced, and the transformative decisions she made to embrace...


The Social Worker turned VP at Agility PR Solutions ft. Pragya Dubey
#27
02/12/2025

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In this episode of the She's So Suite Podcast, Pragya Dubey, the Vice President of Global Services & Media Analytics at Agility PR Solutions joins me, Kristi Faaltorusso, CCO at ClientSuccess to chat about path to the C-suite, along with the inherent traits that propelled her forward.

Pragya shares the profound impact of mentorship and how she empowers other women. With valuable insights on building...


The Inside Sales Rep turned Co-Founder & CEO of eWebinar ft. Melissa Kwan
#26
01/29/2025

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Melissa Kwan, Co-Founder & CEO of eWebinar, joins me, Kristi Faltorusso, CCO at ClientSuccess, on the She's So Suite podcast to share her journey of bootstrapping startups, embracing nomadic living, and intentionally designing a life centered around freedom and happiness.

She also reveals the philosophy that guides her today: You can have everything you want—just not all at once.


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The Hairstylist turned COO at OnTheClock ft. Nicole Hullihen
#25
01/15/2025

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In this episode of the She's So Suite, podcast, I'm joined by Nicole Hullihen, Chief Operating Officer at OnTheClock and Founder of XecuteTheVision. Nicole shares her journey from being overlooked for promotions to becoming a recognized leader and mentor. She discusses the pivotal role of education in her career, her passion for providing mentorship to women, and the delicate balance she maintains between her professional and pers...


The Lawyer turned Co-Founder at Goldhue ft. Tara Goldman
#24
12/18/2024

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In this She's So Suite podcast episode, I sit down with Tara Goldman, co-founder and executive coach at Goldhue. Tara shares her dynamic career journey and emphasizes the transformative power of face-to-face interactions and the role of empathy and accountability in digital communication, especially in remote work environments.

Listen in as Tara reflects on her career transitions, the significance of communication over technical skills i...


An Entrepreneur from the Start ft. Giuliana Corbo (CEO, Nearsure)
#23
12/04/2024

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In this empowering episode of the She's So Suite podcast, I am joined by an extraordinary guest, Giuliana Corbo (CEO, of Nearsure) with me. Together we dive deep into Giuliana's remarkable journey to becoming a tech industry leader.

Giuliana discusses the value of failure as a crucial lesson in personal and professional development, emphasizing its role in fostering a growth mindset. She also shar...


The Marine Biologist turned President at Mosaicx ft. Rebecca Jones
#22
11/20/2024

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Rebecca Jones, the President at Mosaicx joins me, Kristi Faltorusso, for this episode to share her incredible journey. Rebecca's path to success is one of resilience, mentorship, and the pursuit of purpose. Along the way, she faced significant challenges, including job loss during the COVID-19 pandemic, and has found innovative ways to navigate her career and personal growth. She also emphasizes the importance of aligning personal...


The Teacher turned CCO of Trustwell ft. Maria Burch
#21
11/06/2024

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Maria Burch, the Chief Customer Officer at Trustwell, joins me, Kristi Faltorusso, CCO at Client Success to open up about her dynamic career journey, emotional challenges of leadership, and strategies for building confidence through power poses and affirmations. They also delve into the complexities of navigating male-dominated industries, the importance of female empowerment, the philosophy around work-life integration, the mental health benefits of fitness routines, and Mari...


The Teacher turned CPO of Axonius ft. Nurit Shiber
#20
10/25/2024

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Nurit Shiber, Chief People Officer at Axonius, joins me in this episode to discuss her career milestones, challenges navigating motherhood and career growth, and the necessity of practicing gratitude, self-reflection, and making mindful choices. Nurit also shares her passion for mentoring high school students. Tune in to our conversations filled with wisdom, authenticity, and actionable insights that will leave you inspired to reflect on your path and...


The Medical Doctor turned (former) CEO of Radial ft. Laura Ritchey
#19
10/09/2024

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In this episode, Laura Ritchie, CEO of Radial & I sit down to reflect on her career journey. Laura shares powerful lessons about prioritizing significance and purpose over status. She advocates for maintaining strong social connections for a happier, longer life. She offers profound insights into female leadership, spotlighting systemic issues from the McKinsey Women in the Workplace study and stressing the need for actionable diversity and incl...


The Doctor turned CCO at Salesloft ft. Sam Loveland
#18
09/25/2024

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Sam Loveland, the Chief Customer Officer at SalesLoft, joins me to share her incredible journey in the tech and business world. From navigating a male-dominated industry to diving into the importance of feedback, Sam & I explore the challenges and strategies for transitioning into leadership roles. We also touch upon the value of mentorship, and the significance of a supportive system in achieving career aspirations.

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The Musician turned CHRO of Gong ft. Sunaina Lobo
#17
09/11/2024

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In this episode of the She's So Suite Podcast, you'll find a treasure trove of insights and actionable advice on leadership, diversity, inclusion, and achieving both personal and professional success. Sunaina Lobo, the dynamic Chief People Officer at Gong, joins Kristi Faltorusso to discuss the crucial role of relationships, mentorship, and authentic leadership in fostering inclusive workplace environments.


Sunaina also pass...


The Pediatric Cardiologist turned CRO at Japhy AI ft. Steph Reck
#16
08/28/2024

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Steph Reck, CRO at Japhy AI, joins me on the She's So Suite Podcast and sheds light on the emotional challenges of layoffs, and the importance of supporting affected employees. They also discuss the biases in traditional hiring practices, which can overlook diverse, talented individuals. Steph emphasizes leaders' role in creating a collaborative, inclusive, and safe work environment.


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The Customer turned Global Head of Customer Support Operations ft. Natalie Beckerman
#15
08/13/2024

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Natalie Beckerman, Global Head of Customer Support Operations at IHG Hotel and Resorts joins me to share her dynamic career path filled with wild challenges, pivotal moments, and empowering leadership. She’ll offer insights into contrasting experiences with different leadership styles and the role of a leader in making her feel empowered to deliver results in seemingly impossible situations. Natalie also outlines her structured approach to assessi...


The Physician turned CGO ft. Summer Brown
#14
07/31/2024

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Join me, Kristi Faltorusso for an inspiring episode as I delve into the extraordinary career of Summer Brown, CGO at CipherHealth. Summer is a trailblazer who shares her groundbreaking experiences as the first woman to hold organizational leadership positions.

Gain insights into her strategies for making her voice heard,how she overcame the challenges of the gender pay gap while working in male-dominated envi...


A Leader from the Start ft. Catherine Blackmore (GVP, Oracle Applications Service Excellence)
#13
07/23/2024

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Catherine Blackmore (GVP Oracle Applications Service Excellence) joins me on the She's So Suite Podcast to share her invaluable advice on intentional networking, the significance of mentorship, and the power of personal branding. With a wealth of experience spanning Nestle, Kellogg’s, and now Oracle, Catherine's insights on leadership, overcoming inner critics, and driving innovation are sure to resonate. She passionately emphasizes the importance of lifting pe...


The Writer turned CPO of Viator ft. Kristin Dorsett
#12
06/19/2024

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In this episode, I sit down with Kristin Dorsett, Chief Product Officer at Viator. Kristin is a dynamic leader passionate about building businesses and helping her team members grow, many of whom have ascended to VP and C-suite roles in other companies. In this episode, Kristin shares her journey from her early days in public relations and marketing to her pivotal role in product management. She...


The Actress turned CMO of WorkRamp ft. Jack Foster
#11
06/05/2024

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Jack Foster is a dynamic CMO who has been steering the marketing team at WorkRamp for over two and a half years. Jack shares how she's nurtured an all-female team along with her approach to balancing a high-powered career with personal life. She also reflects on the challenges and lessons of leading teams during tough economic times, the importance of setting boundaries, and the invaluable less...


The Rockstar Turned Co-Founder of CMP Research ft. Nicole Kyle
#10
05/21/2024

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In this episode, Nicole Kyle candidly discusses the challenges faced by women in male-dominated industries, the pressure of being one of the few female voices on a conference panel, and how she overcame communication hurdles early in her career. Nicole also offers valuable advice on overcoming imposter syndrome, taking risks, and celebrating career success.


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The Pediatrician turned CRO ft. Stephanie Valenti
#9
05/08/2024

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Stephanie Valenti, a dynamic leader who has shattered glass ceilings in multiple C-level positions, joins me, Kristi Faltorusso, to delve into the candid world of leadership through Stephanie's lens. Together, we discuss the crucial roles emotional intelligence and healthy conflict play in leadership, the persistent lack of female representation in top roles, and the importance of aligning personal values with professional environments. Stephanie shares her stru...


The Athlete turned CEO ft. Kristin Savilia
#8
04/24/2024

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Kristin Savilia, CEO at JOOR, joins me on She's So Suite to share her profound insights into leading a SaaS startup as a female CEO, nurturing a support network, and mentoring upcoming female CEOs. Whether it's discussing her time turning around a local sales team with zero experience or her bold leap into a CEO role within the tech field, Kristin's story is one of adap...


The Dancer Turned Chief Customer Officer at Infor ft. Mari Cross
#7
04/10/2024

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Mari Cross, the Chief Customer Officer at Infor join me in this episode of the She's So Suite Podcast. In this conversation we navigate through Mari's fascinating journey from her origins in Russia to leading a massive global team. Mari shares the importance of reaching out for help and tapping into available resources, and advocating for mentorship throughout one's professional journey.


Ti...


The Drummer turned Co-Founder and CEO of Hummingbirds ft. Emily Steele
#6
03/28/2024

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The story of Emily Steele, the CEO & Co-founder of Hummingbirds, is one of courage and tenacity, illuminating the path for future female entrepreneurs with her inspiring example of leadership and grace. Emily Steele, a non-technical founder who smashed through barriers to shape her innovative startup, Hummingbirds, started from a local marketing agency in Iowa and went on to raise venture capital in an industry where wome...


The Veterinarian turned CPO of UserTesting ft. Michelle Engle
#5
03/13/2024

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Michelle Engle, Chief Product Officer at User Testing, has established herself in the male-dominated tech industry and serves as a role model for women aspiring to advance in technology.


Join me as I explore Michelle's passion for developing innovative products and her exceptional leadership skills, which set her apart. Together, Michelle and I address pivotal topics such as advocating for gend...


The Attorney turned CRO of Calendly ft. Jessica Gilmartin
#4
02/28/2024

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Jessica Gilmartin, CRO at Calendly) hasn't just climbed the ladder; she's built her own. From her days in Cornell to running a successful yogurt business, and embracing the martech world, Jessica's journey is nothing short of incredible. Her career is a shining example of how breaking the mold and embracing the unknown can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes. She also opens up about overcoming impo...


The Film Director turned CEO, Refine Labs ft. Megan Bowen
#3
02/14/2024

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Megan Bowen, CEO of Refine Labs, joins me, Kristi Faltorusso, to share her wisdom from her professional journey. We discuss her journey, from her aspirations of directing films (her desire to take charge) to the behind-the-scenes experiences of layoffs, her firsthand experience with layoffs, and her strive to excel in her career.

We delve into the significance of prioritizing self-care...


The Hot Dog Vendor turned Co-Founder and COO, Champion HQ ft. Gianna Scorsone
#1
02/14/2024

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Kristi Faltorusso, sits down with Gianna Scorsone, COO and co-founder of ChampionHQ. Gianna's career is a testament to resilience, innovation, and dedication, from overcoming initial job rejections to charting her path in the competitive tech industry. Prepare to be inspired as Gianna shares her love for hotdogs, importance of standing out in a competitive job market, overcoming challenges faced by women in leader...


The Juvenile Corrections Officer turned SVP CS, Datasembly ft. Maranda Dziekonski
#2
02/14/2024

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Kristi Faltorusso, sits down with Maranda Dziekonski, SVP, CS Datasembly. Maranda’s story will inspire you to dare to dream big. Maranda's story is an inspiration to those aiming for career advancement. She encourages taking calculated risks and aiming high, while also emphasizing the significance of recognizing one's limitless potential and advocating for oneself.

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Trailer - She's So Suite Podcast
#1
02/09/2024

Embark on a journey with Kristi in each podcast episode as she engages in insightful conversations with accomplished women in the C-suite. Explore their unique stories, triumphs, challenges, dreams, and valuable advice that will inspire and empower you. Tune in for an enriching experience as Kristi delves into the depth of their professional journeys and brings you closer to the dynamic world of female leaders at the top.

Connect with Kristi Faltorusso:

Website: https://www.kristifaltorusso.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristiserrano/


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