406: Embrace Your Passion and Purpose- with Melanie Stuber

Social Capital

Meet Melanie Stuber

Melanie is the founder and CEO of Cultivate and Thrive LLC. She partners with leaders to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals through business strategy and organizational culture guidance. She is a former executive with over 25 years of diverse business experience from three top-tier organizations, Northwestern Mutual, CNA Insurance Company, and Pricewaterhouse Coopers. Melanie understands the challenges of leading teams through complex environments. She delivers dynamic keynotes, interactive workshops, and customized consulting services designed to empower leaders and their teams. Her approach helps organizations gain clarity, boost efficiency, enhance experiences, and improve overall performance. Although her focus is on supporting women leaders, Melanie welcomes the opportunity to collaborate with all leaders.

Melanie is serving her second term as the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Board Director for Metro Milwaukee Society of Human Resource Management. She recently joined the Engagement Committee for the Women and Girls Fund of Waukesha. As a member of Tempo Milwaukee, Melanie serves on the Professional Development Committee and is the Chair of the Builder Community, which focuses on women entrepreneurs and business owners. She also serves on the Talent Solutions Council for the Waukesha Business Alliance.

Highlights

00:00 Welcome to the Social Capital Podcast

01:20 Introducing Today's Guest: Melanie Stuber

02:33 Melanie's Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneurship

06:38 The Importance of Strategy and Culture

08:42 Challenges and Motivation in Business

10:45 Advice for Young Professionals

13:34 Lori's Turn: Personal Insights and Goals

16:40 Final Words and Contact Information

Giveaway

Melanie is collaborating with two other women entrepreneurs (Amanda Nowak and Julie Schmidt) to host an event tailored for women - The Empowered Path: Bite-Sized Strategies for Wellness, Financial Freedom, and Leadership for Women. This in-person event is Friday January 17, 2025 (8:00-9:30) at 11270 W Park Place (First Floor Conference Room) Milwaukee, WI 53224.

She would love to give two tickets away to our listeners so they can start their year feeling empowered as they guide you in boosting your confidence with actionable steps to help you navigate both your personal and professional life effectively.

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