CONVERSATIONS: Beyond the GLP-1 Boom: Building Sustainable Cardiometabolic Care
CONVERSATIONS Beyond the GLP-1 Boom: Building Sustainable Cardiometabolic Care In this episode of the HAYVN Hubcast, Nancy Sheed welcomes back Katherine Saunders, co-founder of FlyteHealth, for a powerful conversation on the evolution of obesity and cardiometabolic...
CONVERSATIONS: Cranel’s Founders on Building a Women-Led Health Brand From Personal Pain Points
CONVERSATIONS Cranel’s Founders on Building a Women-Led Health Brand From Personal Pain Points In this episode of HAYVN Hubcast, host Nancy Sheed speaks with Christine Jurzenski and Erica Schultz, co-founders of Cranel, about their journey building a women-centered...
The Crisis Is Here: A Conversation with Sam Cherubin on Climate, Health & Everyday Resilience
The Crisis Is Here: A Conversation with Sam Cherubin on Climate, Health & Everyday Resilience Join fellow HAYVN member Sam Cherubin for an intimate evening exploring how climate change is reshaping our health and daily lives, and the practical steps we can take to...
CONVERSATIONS: The Marketing Shifts Shaping 2026: Less Noise, More Clarity, Real Connection
CONVERSATIONS The Marketing Shifts Shaping 2026: Less Noise, More Clarity, Real Connection In this episode of the HAYVN Hubcast, host Nancy Sheed is joined by Virginia Juliano, marketing and strategy consultant, and Marie Protomastro Patel of Girl on the Ball...
CONVERSATIONS: From Hospitality to Global Impact: Adam Thatcher on Purpose-Led Entrepreneurship
CONVERSATIONS From Hospitality to Global Impact: Adam Thatcher on Purpose-Led Entrepreneurship In this episode of HAYVN Hubcast, Nancy Sheed talks with Adam Thatcher, CEO and co-founder of Grace Farms Tea and Coffee, for a thoughtful conversation about purpose-driven...
CONVERSATIONS: Building a Breakthrough Brand: Hayley Segar on Confidence, Grit, and Growth
CONVERSATIONS Building a Breakthrough Brand: Hayley Segar on Confidence, Grit, and Growth In this episode, Nancy Sheed reconnects with entrepreneur Hayley Segar, who first appeared on the show during the earliest days of building her One With Swim company. Now, with a...
CONVERSATIONS: Inside An Angel Investing Network: Strategy & Opportunity with Marty Isaac
CONVERSATIONS Inside An Angel Investing Network: Strategy & Opportunity with Marty Isaac In this episode of the HAYVN Hubcast host Nancy Sheed talks with Marty Isaac, President and Managing Director of the Angel Investor Forum, Connecticut’s leading network of...
CONVERSATIONS: The Human Side of Hiring: Darcy Ahl on What Really Matters
CONVERSATIONS The Human Side of Hiring: Darcy Ahl on What Really Matters In this episode of the HAYVN Hubcast, Nancy sits down with seasoned executive recruiter Darcy Ahl, who shares her winding career path—from writing romance-novel blurbs to working in brand...
CONVERSATIONS: Breaking Stigmas and Building Muze: The Future of Clean Cannabis with Shirley Xu-Weldon
CONVERSATIONS Breaking Stigmas and Building Muze: The Future of Clean Cannabis with Shirley Xu-Weldon In this episode, Nancy sits down with Shirley Xu-Weldon, a former Google executive turned entrepreneur who’s redefining what it means to live and lead with purpose....
CT Government Market Outlook 2026 – Sustainability Policies & Progress
CT Government Market Outlook 2026 – Sustainability Policies & Progress Featuring Speaker & Panel: Dominique Johnson, State Representative – 143rd Assembly District, CT House of Representatives, Deputy Majority Leader proudly serving Norwalk and Westport ,...
CONVERSATIONS: We’re Not Selling Food, We’re Selling Connection: Lessons from The Granola Bar Founders
CONVERSATIONS We’re Not Selling Food, We’re Selling Connection Lessons from The Granola Bar Founders On this episode of the HAYVN Hubcast, host Nancy Sheed sat down with Julie Mountain and Dana Noorily, the powerhouse duo behind The Granola Bar. What started as a...
Nourish to Flourish: Eating for Health and a Low-Carbon Future
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Beyond Borders: How Tariffs Affect Your Business
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CONVERSATIONS: Say Yes to the Work: Betsy Lerner’s Path from Editor to Agent to Bestselling Novelist
CONVERSATIONS Say Yes to the Work: Betsy Lerner’s Path from Editor to Agent to Bestselling Novelist Nancy Sheed, host of HAYVN Hubcast talks with author Betsy Lerner, and she takes us from blue pencils and slush piles to BookTok and bestsellers. She shares how she...
CONVERSATIONS: The Art of Connection: Building Real Relationships That Last
CONVERSATIONS The Art of Connection: Building Real Relationships That Last with Penny Goffman In this high-energy episode of the HAYVN Hubcast, host Nancy Sheed welcomes the dynamic Penny Goffman, connector, community builder, and curator of the POWERUp Series at...
Smart Email Strategies for Real Business Growth
Inbox to Income: Smart Email Strategies for Real Business Growth Featuring Katherine Gunya, CRM & Marketing Manager at Digital Retail Partners Ready to transform your inbox into your most powerful business tool? Join us for Inbox to Income, a dynamic HAYVN...
CONVERSATIONS: Her Workplace: Using Tech to Build Community and Career Confidence
CONVERSATIONS Her Workplace: How Marilynn Joyner Uses Tech to Build Community and Career Confidence In this episode of the HAYVN Hubcast, host Nancy Sheed sits down with Marilynn Joyner, a former commercial real estate exec turned tech founder, to unpack her journey...
CONVERSATIONS: From Meta to Meetup Magic: Journey to Founding Groopl
CONVERSATIONS From Meta to Meetup Magic: Petra Pasquina’s Journey to Founding Groopl In this episode of the HAYVN Hubcast, host Nancy Sheed is joined by Petra Pasquina, a seasoned marketer turned tech entrepreneur and the creator of Groopl, a purpose-built app that...
CONVERSATIONS: How to Lead, Thrive, and Shine: Turning Life into Story
CONVERSATIONS How to Lead, Thrive, and Shine: Turning Life into Story with Kate Stone In this inspiring episode of The HAYVN Hubcast, host Nancy Sheed sits down with Kate Stone, founder of Kate Stone Prep, to trace the unconventional and intentional journey that led...
Making the Most of Networking Conversations with a LinkedIn Alum
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CONVERSATIONS: From Burnout to Breakthrough: Redefining Healing
CONVERSATIONS From Burnout to Breakthrough: Redefining Healing with Chandler Stroud In a powerful episode of the HAYVN Hubcast, host Nancy Sheed sits down with Chandler Stroud, founder of The Healing Heroes to explore a journey that many women will find deeply...
CONVERSATIONS: Lighting the Way
CONVERSATIONS Lighting the Way: Beth Leas on Building a Healing Community with Heart In this inspiring episode of The HAYVN Hubcast, host Nancy Sheed sits down with Beth Leas, founder of TribeTLC, to explore how one woman’s healing journey blossomed into a thriving...
CONVERSATIONS: From Kitchen Dreams to Community Impact
CONVERSATIONS From Kitchen Dreams to Community Impact: How Rachael Mahoney Built Kinney Lane In this episode of the HAYVN Hubcast, host Nancy Sheed sat down with Rachael Mahoney, founder of Kinney Lane, a prepared foods company rooted in wellness, simplicity, and...
CONVERSATIONS: Reimagining Toy Time
CONVERSATIONS Reimagining Toy Time: Kim Conti’s Vision Behind Orbit Crates In this inspiring episode of the HAYVN Hubcast, host Nancy Sheed sits down with Kim Conti, founder of Orbit Crates, a toy rental company focused on reducing clutter and encouraging intentional...
Build & Design Trends: Integrating Interior Design with Sustainability-Focused Materials
Build & Design Trends Integrating Interior Design with Sustainability-Focused Materials FEATURED SPEAKERS, PANEL MEMBERS, & SPONSORS: Heather McWilliam, ASID, NCIDQ, Principal and Owner McWilliam Autore Interiors Rebecca Sterling AIA LEED AP, Principle...
CONVERSATIONS: Rooted in Tradition, Leading with Purpose
CONVERSATIONS Rooted in Tradition, Leading with Purpose: How Megan Palmer Rivera is Driving the Family Business On this episode of the HAYVN Hubcast, host Nancy Sheed talks with Megan Palmer Rivera, CEO of Palmer’s Market and Palmer’s Catering & Events. As a...
CONVERSATIONS: Precious Time: From Corporate Leader to Purposeful Living
CONVERSATIONS Precious Time: From Corporate Leader to Purposeful Living How do you know when it’s time to make a big life change? That’s part of the conversation that Nancy Sheed had with Mary O’Connell. Hear how a long-time corporate executive made the leap after 25...
CONVERSATIONS: Age is an Asset: The Rise of Midlife Entrepreneurship
CONVERSATIONS Age is an Asset: The Rise of Midlife Entrepreneurship What does it take to leave behind a stable corporate career and successfully launch a business? Many professionals dream of entrepreneurship but making the leap can feel overwhelming. HAYVN Hubcast...
AI Unleashed: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs
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CONVERSATIONS: How Connecticut Supports Entrepreneurs and Innovators
CONVERSATIONS How Connecticut Supports Entrepreneurs and Innovators Connecticut’s innovation ecosystem is thriving. Leaders like Jessica Dodge, Managing Consultant at the Connecticut Office of Innovation are focused on supporting startups and small business...
CONVERSATIONS: A Stylish Content Creator’s Playbook
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Living and Thriving in Long Island Sound: Our Critical Ecosystem
Living and Thriving in Long Island Sound: Our Critical Ecosystem Discover How Climate Change is Shaping Our Waterways and Shores—Today and Tomorrow! An exciting discussion with two Connecticut environmental leaders as they share their journey through Long Island...
CONVERSATIONS: Bridging the Woo and the Do
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Clarity Now: Lead Your Next Chapter
Clarity Now: Lead Your Next Chapter Featuring Dora Thagouras, Clarity 13 Join us for a powerful and inspiring presentation designed for individuals ready to take charge of their next phase with purpose and confidence. It offers immense insight and actionable...
CONVERSATIONS: From Science Fairs to Growing Sustainability
CONVERSATIONS From Science Fairs to Growing Sustainability Tune in to this episode with Lila Sullivan, president and co-founder of Flourish Plant, for an engaging discussion about entrepreneurship, innovation, and creating a business rooted in sustainability and care....
CONVERSATIONS: From Finance to FreezeNit: An Entrepreneurial Journey
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Secrets of a Successful Business Plan
Secrets of a Successful Business Plan Featuring Wyn Lydecker, Upstart Business Planning Join us for an insightful HAYVN Halftime, “Secrets of a Successful Business Plan in Five Easy Pieces,” where we’ll uncover the key elements of a compelling...
CONVERSATIONS: A Journey of Reinvention and Innovation
CONVERSATIONS A Journey of Reinvention and Innovation What does it take to pivot from a promising medical career to inventing a product that could revolutionize motherhood? In this episode, host Nancy Sheed chats with Pia McGrath, founder of Ainara Designs, about her...