Life of Pi: Actress Sonya Venugopal Reflects on Her Exciting Broadway Debut

“Things that are meant for you won't pass you by. Pursue your passion until it happens” Today’s woman dreamer, Sonya Venugopal is a talented actress who made her Broadway debut in Life of Pi, an Epic Tale of Endurance + Hope based on a best-selling novel. Sonya reflects on her decision to move to NYC to pursue her acting career, her Indian-American and Italian heritage, and her hope for more representation for Indians on Broadway and mainstream theatre. We are excited to share her dynamic journey, Enjoy!

AAPI Heritage Month: Founder and CEO “The Culture Tree” Anu Sehgal Shares Passion for Preserving Cultural Heritage and Raising Global Citizens

“After having my own kids, I realized that there was a critical need for real, authentic and accurate depiction of South Asian culture and practices in children’s programming and education.” Today’s woman dreamer, Anu Sehgal is the founder and CEO of The Culture Tree, a platform aiming to provide South Asian children with the opportunity to learn about and be proud of their South Asian Culture. Based in New York, Anu holds an MBA from Yale, and is an entrepreneur, marketer, and a children’s book author. A multi-faceted woman, Anu’s client list includes The Met, Asia Society, Hudson Yards, Children’s Museum of Manhattan, Waterline Park, and more. In this inspiring interview with Women Who Win, Anu shares how she founded Culture Tree, her new initiative, Food as Culture, and her vision for preserving cultural heritage and raising global citizens! Enjoy!

Arts - Lifestyle, HOMEPAGE2024Women Who Win News DeskMay 10, 2023this week, THIS WEEK, HPC - Arts

Conversations with Women Who Win: Danielle Naer Shares Exciting Journey as a Leading NYC Fashion Editor

“The most important thing is to find someone who is willing to take a chance on you” In this installment of Conversations with Women Who Win, we meet Danielle Naer. Danielle is Senior Fashion Editor at The Editorialist. Based in New York City, Danielle has had quite the dream career in the fashion and media industries, with her work being featured on Vogue.com, Who What Wear, Refinery29, The Zoe Report, and more. A multi-faceted woman, she is also passionate about giving back and empowering others. In this podcast interview, Danielle shares how she built her career, the lessons she learned a long the way, and her favorite fashion trends and must have accessories.

On the Reading List: A Thoughtful Review "They Wish They Were Us" with Aneesha Aryan

“Sometimes it's hard to know which qualities really define you, and which ones have been affixed to you by others so many times that you actually begin to believe them and claim them as your own.”” Happy Friday! We are excited to share the next installment of our mother daughter book review series, a series written by Gayatri Aryan and her daughter Aneesha Aryan. For today’s installment, Aneesha thoughtfully reviews “They Wish They Were Us”, a a young adult novel by Jessica Goodman. A must read, this is a murder mystery as well as a story of social status and modern gender roles.

Arts - WritersWomen Who Win News DeskMay 4, 2023

Chhabra Bridal: The Story Behind this Iconic Indian Fashion House and Trends to Watch with Vyjayanti Chhabra

“It is my desire to introduce to the U.S. my family’s clothing designs from Delhi, by working with the customers in refining and designing the dresses to their complete satisfaction. My aim is to make Chhabra Bridal Wear the boutique to go for Indian Clothing in the Boston area.” We are excited to share the story of today’s woman dreamer, Vyjayanti Chhabra. She is the founder of Chhabra Bridal in Cambridge Massachusetts. In this interview with Women Who Win, she shares her journey in the Indian fashion business, Indian fashion trends to watch, and some of the celebrities around town she’s dressed. A must read - enjoy her story!

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Executive Director of Asian American Commission of Massachusetts Yasmin Padamsee Forbes Shares Career Journey

We are so excited to share the story of today’s woman dreamer, Yasmin Padamsee Forbes. A graduate of Harvard Kennedy School, she is currently the Executive Director of the Asian American Commission of Massachusetts. A changemaker at heart, she has served in senior leadership roles with non-profits and the United Nations in Papua New Guinea, India, Myanmar, and the United States. She shares her inspiring journey and the vision for the upcoming unity dinner on May 6th! Check out her amazing story!

Women Who Win News DeskApril 26, 2023HPC - Social

Creative Director at Sephora Parul Sharma Shares Exciting Career Journey in the Beauty Industry

“There is no “one right way” to do beauty anymore which is incredible. There’s a tutorial for everything! You can learn from an 8 year old or an 80 year old. You can learn from a drag queen and a dermatologist. It’s the ultimate “choose your own adventure.” Today’s woman dreamer, Parul Sharma, is an Associate Creative Director at Sephora. Growing up in India, Parul has always had a strong passion for the creative business. In this exclusive interview with Women Who Win, Parul shares a day in her life at Sephora, the exciting trends around diversity & representation in beauty, her must-have makeup product, and how she unwinds with the practice of Nichiren Buddhism. Check out her inspiring story!

The HR Business Summit: CEO of World Influencers LLC Natalia Markelova Shares Her Vision for the Event

The HR Business Summit brings industry leaders to share their expertise on key topics, including Diversity & Inclusion, Empowering your team, Leading in a Virtual Environment, Retention, Leadership, and more. Today’s woman dreamer, Natalia Markelova, is the creator of the event and CEO of World Influencers LLC. Originally from Russia, Natalia has travelled and lived all over the world, and has a strong passion for networking. Check out Natalia’s story and upcoming/details for the summit in the article!

Business - CommunicationsWomen Who Win News DeskApril 18, 2023

Dr. Saumya T Gautam [Mrs. India South Africa] Shares Her Powerful Journey in Pageantry, Healthcare, and Giving Back to the Global Community

“I have had an amazing journey from being a medical doctor to a beauty queen (Mrs India South Africa), influencer, public figure, and brand ambassador of various non-profit organisations (Heart and Stroke Foundation, Smile Foundation South Africa).” Today’s woman dreamer, Dr. Dr. Saumya T Gautam [Mrs. India South Africa] has is on a mission to uplift women around the globe. In her Women Who Win interview, she shares her powerful journey in Pageantry, Healthcare, and Giving Back to the Global Community.

Women Who Win News DeskApril 14, 2023

Embracing Your Feminine Side: Dr. Christina Jerger Shares Powerful Journey in Leaving the Corporate World to become a Female Embodiment Coach

“That's her: The feminine woman. She wanders through her life with ease, her amazing career, her relationships, her glow, happiness & health will follow her. She attracts opportunities and people like a magnet. Her life just flows." Today’s woman dreamer, Dr. Christina Jerger is a Female Embodiment & Femininity Coach and is on a mission to help women embrace their feminine side. She shares her joureny with global contributor, Khushee Nanavati in this article.

Women Who Win News DeskApril 14, 2023

Is it Harder to Negotiate as a Desi Woman? Zafreen Farishta Shares Key Negotiation Tips

“Negotiating as a woman is tough. Negotiating as a desi woman – even tougher? Maybe not tougher, but definitely with its unique challenges.” Today’s woman dreamer, Zafreen Farishta, a startup professional and salary negotiation strategist. She is the creator of The Pay We Deserve and a tireless advocate for gender pay equity. In this thought-provoking article, Zafreen explores the question “Is it harder to negotiate as a desi woman?”

The Nomadic Road: Tanya Saigal Shares Her Latest Expedition to Madagascar

“I embarked on my very first expedition to a place which can be as remote as it is tropical; Madagascar. I got onto my flight for Madagascar with little to no expectation of what I was heading into.” Today’s woman dreamer, Tanya Saigal, is a Brand Developer at Nomadic Road. With degrees in Astrophysics and Archaeology, she is passionate and curious about the world around her. In this interview with our global contributor, Khushee Nanavati, Tanya shares details her latest expedition to Madagascar, and where she dreams of travelling next. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to travel to Madagascar? A must read for all travelers, check out Tanya’s story [and some exciting pictures from her trip!]

"You should be fearless in starting life from scratch": Priyadarshini Inman Shares Her Inspiring Journey

“ You should be fearless in starting life from scratch.” Today’s woman dreamer, Priyadarshini Inman, is passionate about dance, music, and culture; she is the Founder & Artistic Director Nritya Dhwani Cultural Foundation. In her inspiring interview with Women Who Win, she gets candid on her journey with overcoming adversity, and recovering from an abusive marriage. An inspiring woman, she shares her advice to women on starting over with strength and resilience. We are honored to share this story.

CMaker - Empower WomenWomen Who Win News DeskApril 3, 2023

Redesigning More than Just Clothes: Shubhra Chandra Shares Journey in the Fashion Industry

Before sustainable clothing began trending a few years ago, some designers had already noticed the irreversible impact fast fashion had on our environment – and Shubhra Bhattacharya Chandra is one of them. In 2008 — after an extensive fashion education at the National Institute of Fashion Technology and Michigan State University, as well as years of experience working with prominent fashion companies — she founded her sustainable fusion fashion company, Shubrah. She repurposes the rich, cultural garments of India such as saris and other textiles into her designs, mitigating some of the wastage of today’s fast-paced fashion world. In addition to fashion entrepreneurship, she is also a singer, Broadway fanatic, mother, and college advisor. She loves working with women to showcase their talents and encouraging them to enter the arts. She spoke with Women Who Win on her inspirations and journey.

Women Who Win News DeskMarch 24, 2023HPC - Fashion & Beauty

Women's Health: What Every Woman Should Know about Managing Migraines and Headaches with Dr. Krystal L. Culler

“It took my own brain misfiring to abruptly redirect my career path, but it was a true blessing in disguise. While finding tools to support my own brain care , I found an area that is of growing interest to many adults- brain health and wellness.” Meet today’s woman dreamer, Dr. Krystal L. Culler. She is the Founder of Virtual Brain Health Center; Chief Program Officer, Ziva Health, and a Senior Atlantic Fellow for Equity in Brain Health, Global Brain Health Institute. She share her personal health journey and expertise on managing migraines and headaches. Thank you to our Global Health Contributor, Priyanka Dharampuriya, for putting this interview together. Join us for another Women’s Health Wednesday!

"Invest in Yourself": Ritu Nadkarni Reflects on Her Journey as a Global Healthcare Leader

Women Who Win News DeskMarch 20, 2023this week, THIS WEEK, newsletter subscribe

Building a Winning Personal Brand with Women Who Win - A New Series with Personal Brand Expert Sandy Grigsby

Women Who Win News DeskMarch 17, 2023HPC - Marketing

Just an Ordinary Mom: How This Entrepreneur and Podcaster is Revolutionizing Equality for Women in the Workplace

Today’s woman dreamer, Mridvika Raisinghani is an entrepreneur, podcaster, innovator, leader, and mother. Her startup. Sama [meaning equal], is revolutionizing equality for women at work, as they are building towards creating an algorithm that tracks patterns in womens' lives to predict their risk of falling out of the workplace. A multi-faceted woman, she is the podcast host and creator of Just an Ordinary Mom, where she helps mothers tell their stories of perseverance and success. Through her experiences in technology and motherhood, her impact on women in the workplace is twofold: emotional and data-oriented. Rasisinghani spoke to Women Who Win on her journey founding Sama, creating her podcast, and her mission to amplify women’s voices.

A Writer By Heart, Producer by Destiny: Founder of NRI Life Productions Gunjan Kuthiala Shares How She Balances It All

I always say NRILIFE productions is not just a company but a community of crazy passionate creativity seekers working together to create films.” Today’s woman dreamer, Gunjan Kuthiala is the Founder/CEO of NRILIFE Productions and Owner/Head of Jobgini.com. A Writer By Heart and Producer by Destiny, Gunjan shares her creative journey, what she learned from each of her projects, and how she balances it all! Enjoy!

Arts - EntertainmentWomen Who Win News DeskMarch 7, 2023HPC- Arts

Aula Magna is Reinventing the Structure of Business School For Women: An Interview with Founder Clara Lapiedra

Aula Magna Business School, a fully digital program-based foundation, is changing the way business education looks for women. Founded by Clara Lapiedra, the school aims to provide resources that help women develop integral business skills such as leadership, diversity, blockchain, and more. Its courses are self paced and modular, allowing women to take their time and become experts in their workplace. The school has been Listed in the Executive Education report at the Financial Times and includes materials by Harvard Business Publishing.

Business - LeadershipWomen Who Win News DeskMarch 6, 2023this week, THIS WEEK

Announcing our new series: Mother-Daughter Stories

The bond between a mother and daughter is powerful, layered, and deeply transformative. Through our new Mother–Daughter Stories, we want to celebrate those real, meaningful relationships that shape who we become.

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