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 and maintaining connections with their families, and with clients who have been charged with crimes and need help with issues such as mental health treatment, substance abuse, and housing. Tune in to hear the discussion!!

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 discussion!!

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 more than just physical transformations. Tune in to hear the discussion!!

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 develops communication strategies that help businesses become more visible both on and off the web. 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 a BA with honors in Humanities and Psychology from Stanford University. She also completed her executive coaching coursework through New York University. Some of her recent clients include NY Life, CBS Interactive, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Eli Broad Foundation, NYC Department of Education and Open Society Foundations. Tune in to hear the discussion!!

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!!

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!!

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 a successful business. She brings more than a decade of experience in sales, development, entrepreneurship and expertise on how to build a business and create a winning brand (Color My Worlds) on Amazon! Tune in to hear the discussion!!

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 Breakthrough table! Tune in to hear the discussion!!

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 choices to help them find the best product at the most competitive price. Tune in to hear the discussion!!

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 and consulting experience. Damali and Rachael are all set to give you some great feedback to build your product/service and also marketing on social media! Tune in to hear the discussion!!

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-life balance. Tune in to hear the discussion!!

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 author, some of her published work include: National Governance and the Global Climate Change Regime (Rowman and Littlefield Press 2004) & Urban Environmental Stewardship and Civic Engagement (with Erika S. Svendsen and James Connolly, Routledge Press 2015). Her newest book, American Resistance is out now!! Tune in to hear the discussion!!

On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Atlanta Music Fund (AMF) CEO, “Aunt” Sue Hrib. AMF is Atlanta’s First New Music Ecosystem. AMF empowers, supports and invests in the Atlanta diverse emerging music industry. As CEO, Sue is responsible for raising capital to fund investments and build a team to execute the vision of AMF which is to create a trusted sustainable music ecosystem in Atlanta. Meet everyone’s favorite Aunt! Tune in to hear the discussion!!

Breakthrough Barriers with Damali goes mobile!! First Stop: Art Basel: Miami! On this episode, Damali sat down with Contemporary Artist, Ola Rondiak. Ms. Rondiak’s paintings are influenced from her family’s experiences living in Ukraine during the historical events of World War II, Stalin’s Iron Curtain, the Orange Revolution of 2004, and the Revolution of Dignity in 2014. Her creativity cuts the cloth of a new absolute beauty with a redemptive quality that clearly understands the important healing role of art and the psyche for future generations. Tune in to hear the discussion!!

To learn more about Ola Rondiak and her work, visit http://www.olarondiak.com/

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 established his own proprietary law firm, under the name and style of S. U. SHAH & ASSOCIATES. Currently, Mr. Shah serves as a Senior Partner at Trust Legal Advocates & Consultants. Tune in to her the discussion!!

Breakthrough Barriers with Damali goes mobile!! On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Entrepreneur, LaShawn Thompson. LaShawn is your Hairstylist/Makeup Artist, your Relationship Coach, and your New Best Friend. With over 20 years in the industry, she knows how to create the look you want and the life you desire all at once! Your new beginning starts with her! Tune in to hear the discussion!!

Breakthrough Barriers with Damali goes mobile!! On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Mastercard VP, Vanessa Watson. Vanessa is a innovative problem solver with commercial, transactional, IP/Technology, big data, privacy, and litigation experience. She brought charisma and dropped some great content for our listeners. Tune in to hear the discussion!!

Breakthrough Barriers with Damali goes mobile!! On this episode, Damali discusses your messages with Attorney/Actress, Kendra Monte. Ms. Monte has been in criminal defense practice at D’Emilia Law for the past decade. She is deeply committed to serving her clients and always fights for the very best outcome. In addition to her legal work, Ms. Monte pursues a performing arts career as an actress. Tune in to hear the discussion!!

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 Return!! Tune in to hear the discussion!!

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 located in Brooklyn, New York and is pioneering the next wave of entrepreneurs to tap into this “inclusive” market. Bushwick Grind offers guest high quality third way coffee and
healthier food options in a warm and welcoming environment. You don’t want to miss this one!! Tune in to hear the discussion!!

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 motivation for economically disadvantaged youth. A few programs offered are mentorship, leadership, tutoring, arts, and college readiness. Ms. Omar and her team are doing their part to push our youth forward. Tune in to hear the discussion!!!

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 small businesses program. Morgan is a recent graduate of Ithaca college and is ready to take on the world!! Tune in to hear the discussion!!

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, insolvency, and bankruptcy practice. He dropped some valuable jews for our listeners. Tune in to hear the discussion!!

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 advising clients worldwide on M&A, joint ventures, investments and exits, restructurings and complex commercial agreements. Damali and James tackle some of our current social issues. Tune in to hear the discussion!!

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 understand that resilience comes from rest and renewal. Asahi Pompey shares with us an interesting book choice and a song that gets her ready to go!

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 Disease, and Cardiovascular Health Advocacy. She is actively involved in several professional organizations, including the American Heart Association where she is the immediate past President of the Westchester board and immediate past board member of the Founder’s Affiliate board. Dr. Icilma shares that her resilience comes from looking internally and doing things that make her happy. She shares two books that are amazing reads that help you stray away from procrastination.

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 York Chapter of the Links Incorporated. She also serves as the national and regional Chair Protocol for Jack and Jill of America Incorporated, and curator of the Literary Salon of the Eastern Area of the Links Arts Committee. Robin is also a former President of the North Manhattan Alumni Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated. Building partnerships and fund development are just two of Robin’s key strengths. She’s partnered with the Boys and Girls Club of Mount Vernon, Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures, The Newer Show, White Plains chapter of Kappa Alpha Five Fraternity Incorporated, Capital League Program, Peak Skill Youth Bureau, Theater, Young Community Center, White Plains Youth Bureau, The Children’s Village, and more to activate programs benefiting underserved youth and their families. She has served as fundraising chair for several organizations, generating funds for scholarships and community outreach programs.

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 media as a tool for cross-cultural trust. In 2005, Idriss was appointed by UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan as Deputy Director of the UN Alliance of Civilizations, seeking to improve relations between Western and Muslim-majority countries. Previously, Idriss had helped establish and served on the Steering Committee of the World Economic Forum’s Council of 100 Leaders. Shamil shares that his resilience comes from connecting with others and leaning on friends and family support.

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. Carrie explains how during a pandemic her flashy, special jewelry became a support system for the LGBTQIA rather than just relying on the party, going out scene during this time. Carrie defines her resilience in having the opportunity to uplift and bring visibility to empower people through ISLYNYC.