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Women Who Make It is the podcast where the real conversations in food and beverage happen. Hosted by Angela Dodd, founder & CEO of Females in Food, the show shares unfiltered stories, hard-won lessons, and leadership insights from the women shaping the future of the food industry. After years of building a global community and connecting with thousands of women across every sector, Angela noticed something: the most powerful advice didn’t come from panels or press releases. It came from hallway chats and candid, behind-the-scenes moments. This podcast takes those private conversations public. Whether you're growing your career, leading a team, launching something new, or navigating what's next, Women Who Make It delivers honest conversations, actionable takeaways, and the inspiration to make it—on your terms.
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How do you go from HR intern to CEO? In this episode of Women Who Make It, Angela Dodd sits down with Shawna Nelson, CEO of Organic Valley, to explore the career journey that took her from an internship to leading America's largest organic farmer-owned cooperative. Shawna shares the pivotal moments that shaped her leadership, why taking risks outside your comfort zone can transform your career, and how sponsors helped open doors she never imagined. She also discusses interviewing for the CEO role twice, balancing executive leadership with motherhood, and leading through change in today's evolving dairy industry. Whether you're aspiring to leadership or simply navigating your next career move, this conversation is filled with practical insights on growth, resilience, and leading with purpose. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
What does it really take to build a celebrity-founded brand into a lasting consumer products company? In this episode of Women Who Make It , Angela Dodd sits down with Haley Ludwigson, CEO of Cravings by Chrissy Teigen, to explore how the company is disrupting the baking aisle through clean ingredients, nostalgic flavors, and thoughtful innovation. Haley shares her journey from CFO to CEO, explains why flavor always comes before function, and discusses how changing consumer behaviors—including the rise of GLP-1 medications—are influencing product development. Together, they dive into retail strategy, branding, leadership, and why celebrity may drive the first purchase, but great products create loyal customers. Whether you're a food industry professional, entrepreneur, or brand builder, this episode is filled with practical insights on leadership, innovation, and creating products consumers truly love. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
Have you ever thought of the perfect response... twenty minutes after the conversation ended? In this solo episode, Angela Dodd shares an unexpected personal story that led her down a fascinating rabbit hole into neuroscience, leadership, and emotional regulation. After being pulled over and asked to complete a field sobriety test despite being completely sober, Angela realized the most frustrating part wasn't the traffic stop—it was that she couldn't access the confident, articulate version of herself she knew so well. Why does this happen? The answer lies in our nervous system. Angela explores why high-achieving women often struggle to think clearly during stressful moments and shares five practical strategies you can begin using today to stay calm, communicate more effectively, and remain connected to your best thinking under pressure. If you've ever left a meeting replaying everything you wish you'd said, this episode is for you. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
Can your career be bigger than your job title? In this episode of Women Who Make It , Angela sits down with Tamanna Ramesh to explore what it means to build a career with intention. From immigrating to the United States with no professional network to building a successful corporate career at global food companies while creating a thriving coaching business, Tamanna shares how curiosity, consistency, and personal branding transformed her professional journey. Together, they discuss why your employer can't fulfill every creative ambition, how to confidently build something outside of your day job, and why showing up online has become one of the most valuable career investments professionals can make. Whether you're considering a side business, looking to strengthen your personal brand, or wondering how to create more meaningful impact through your work, this conversation offers practical advice and an inspiring perspective for professionals at every stage of their careers. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
What does it take to grow from a manager to an executive leader while navigating industry disruption, organizational change, and the realities of being a working parent? In this episode, Angela Dodd sits down with Lauren McNamara, Senior VP of Business Management at SunOpta, to discuss her journey from brand management and marketing roles to executive leadership. Lauren shares the pivotal career decision that changed everything, the lessons she's learned leading through acquisitions and organizational growth, and why cross-functional experience is one of the most valuable investments young professionals can make. The conversation also explores the future of food and beverage, including plant-based innovation, private label growth, supply chain challenges, protein trends, sustainability, and how manufacturers are helping brands bring products to market faster than ever before. Whether you're an emerging professional, an experienced leader, or simply fascinated by where the food industry is headed, this episode is packed with practical insights on leadership, career growth, and navigating change with confidence. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
What does “wellness” actually mean in today’s food and beverage industry — and how do brands build trust in a space full of trends, noise, and overhyped claims? In this episode of Women Who Make It, Angela Dodd sits down with Lisa Govro, founder and CEO of Big Heart Tea Co., for an honest conversation about entrepreneurship, herbal healing, sustainability, and the evolving wellness movement. Lisa shares how Big Heart Tea grew from a farmers market trailer into a nationally recognized brand, why ingredient sourcing and packaging transparency matter more than ever, and how wellness brands can stay authentic in an increasingly saturated market. Together, they unpack trends like adaptogens, consumer trust, personalized wellness, and the growing demand for rituals that help people slow down and reconnect. If you care about wellness, food innovation, sustainability, or building a purpose-driven business, this conversation is packed with insight. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
Leadership today feels different — and harder. Expectations are higher, organizations are moving faster, and employees are looking for more than just direction and performance metrics. They want connection, growth, visibility, and a sense of belonging. In this episode of Women Who Make It , Angela sits down with Roxanne Davis, SVP of Manufacturing at Post Consumer Brands, to discuss what it really takes to retain and develop talent in modern organizations. From building intentional mentorship and community programs to creating systems that improve internal visibility and career growth, Roxanne shares the leadership practices helping people thrive in fast-moving environments. The conversation explores how leadership expectations have shifted in recent years, why connection has become one of the biggest drivers of retention, and what organizations are still underestimating when it comes to burnout and sustainability. Roxanne also opens up about the personal boundaries she’s created throughout her career, how her perspective on leadership and personal brand has evolved, and why companies that truly prioritize talent through culture and leadership behavior will be the ones that succeed long term. This episode is filled with practical leadership insight for anyone building teams, navigating change, or trying to create a more sustainable and people-centered workplace in today’s food and beverage industry. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
Jennifer Jorgensen, CEO of Back to Nature Foods, shares how she went from leading billion-dollar brands at General Mills to becoming the sole employee tasked with turning around a legacy snack company. In this episode, Jennifer breaks down what it really takes to rebuild a brand—from creating a high-performance culture and redefining strategy to taking bold creative risks that reignited growth. She also shares powerful insights on leadership, work-life boundaries, and why joy—not perfection—should be at the center of how we think about food. If you’re navigating change, building a team, or trying to stand out in a crowded market, this conversation is packed with practical lessons and honest perspective. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
What does it take to disrupt an entire food category—and build a $100M+ brand while raising a family? In this episode, Angela sits down with Loren Castle, Founder and CEO of Sweet Loren’s, to talk about turning a personal health crisis into a thriving business that’s reshaping the refrigerated baked goods aisle. From surviving cancer at 22 to teaching herself food science and launching in Whole Foods, Lauren shares the real story behind building a brand rooted in better ingredients and big ambition. They dive into the early hustle, scaling challenges, leadership evolution, and how Loren balances motherhood with running a fast-growing company. This is an honest conversation about resilience, reinvention, and creating a business that aligns with your life—not the other way around. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
What does innovation really look like inside legacy food brands? In this live episode of Women Who Make It, host Angela Dodd sits down with Cherie Floyd, Vice President of R&D for Sweet Baked Snacks at JM Smucker, to explore innovation, leadership, and career growth in today’s fast-changing food industry. Recorded at Baking Tech in Chicago, this candid conversation covers everything from defining innovation and managing risk to navigating clean label pressure, AI in R&D, and leading cross-functional teams in complex organizations. Cherie also shares hard-earned career lessons, including why failure is part of the process and how sideways career moves can unlock unexpected growth. Whether you’re a student, a technical leader, or a senior executive, this episode offers practical insight and honest perspective on what it takes to build resilient careers—and enduring brands—in food and beverage. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
In this powerful and deeply honest episode of Women Who Make It, host Angela Dodd sits down with executive leader, advisor, and mentor Michele Fite for a conversation that challenges one of the most persistent myths women face: the idea of balance. With more than 30 years of leadership experience across global enterprises and startups—including managing multi-billion-dollar businesses at DuPont—Michele shares the five rules she’s written for herself across different seasons of life. From navigating single motherhood while leading global teams to walking away from prestige to pursue purpose, Michele offers hard-earned wisdom on values, boundaries, leadership, and redefining success on your own terms. This episode is an invitation to stop chasing balance—and start living intentionally, season by season. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
In this episode of Women Who Make It , Angela Dodd sits down with Katie Holman, Vice President of Manufacturing & Engineering at General Mills, for a thoughtful conversation on leadership, complexity, and the future of the food system. Katie shares how her career evolved from manufacturing into global supply chain leadership, including lessons learned from leading large, cross-functional teams and spending three years running supply chain operations in Mumbai, India. Together, they explore how supply chains are changing inside one of the world’s largest food companies — from applying AI in practical, people-centered ways to balancing long-term strategy with day-to-day execution. Katie also opens up about navigating high-pressure leadership roles during challenging personal seasons, offering powerful insights on managing energy, setting boundaries, and leading with clarity and empathy. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in leadership, supply chain innovation, and what it really takes to thrive through change. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
Fractional leadership is often misunderstood — and it’s quickly becoming one of the most powerful models shaping the future of work in food, beverage, and CPG. In this episode of Women Who Make It , Angela sits down with Lynn Ducharme, a seasoned recruiter and industry insider, to unpack why senior women aren’t opting out of the workforce — they’re opting out of broken systems. Together, they explore what’s driving the rise of fractional executives, what companies are actually hiring for, and where both sides get it wrong. Lynn shares candid insights on why execution matters more than titles, why trust isn’t transferable, and why fractional leadership is anything but the “easy” path. They also discuss how looming retirements, talent shortages, and razor-thin margins are accelerating demand for fractional expertise across operations, R&D, and commercial leadership. If you’re considering fractional work — or thinking about hiring fractional talent — this episode offers a clear, honest look at what it really takes to make it work. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
In this episode of Women Who Make It , Angela sits down with Taylor Clarke, co-founder of Amborella Organics. Taylor shares how a simple idea inspired by gardening memories evolved into a seed-bearing lollipop brand rooted in sustainability, intention, and connection. In this episode, Taylor opens up about building a mission-driven food brand without a traditional business background, navigating the realities of scaling and retail partnerships, and making hard sustainability trade-offs along the way. She also reflects on how motherhood reshaped her leadership, why a successful business should be able to thrive without its founder, and how Amborella Organics continues to grow through purpose, creativity, and community. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
In this episode of Women Who Make It , Angela shares the pivotal moment that revealed she had removed herself from her own story—and the mindset shift that changed everything about how she leads, communicates, and builds Females in Food. She breaks down the three-part blueprint that helped her step into her voice: changing your language, building rooms that can hold your ambition, and taking action before you feel ready. If you've ever felt unseen despite doing the work, this episode will give you the clarity and confidence to own your value and intentionally shape your narrative. Plus, Angela shares five “rooms” you can start building today and details on a special book giveaway for listeners. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
In this episode of Women Who Make It , Angela sits down with Julie Smolyansky, CEO of Lifeway, who became the youngest female CEO of a publicly traded company at just 27. Julie shares how she navigated grief while leading Lifeway Foods, transforming it into a global wellness brand rooted in authenticity and community. She discusses embracing imperfection, trusting her instincts, and redefining leadership, as well as her advocacy work, documentary filmmaking, and co-founding Bird Beauty with her teenage daughters. This conversation is a candid and inspiring look at resilience, reinvention, and using business to drive meaningful change. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
In this episode of Women Who Make It , Angela sits down with Danyel O’Connor, CEO of Umami, to explore what it truly means to lead with clarity, courage, and curiosity in today’s fast-changing food and beverage industry. With over two decades of experience across CPG, investment, and innovation, Danyel shares how she’s built a career that bridges the gap between data-driven strategy and human-centered leadership. From navigating tough decisions and managing uncertainty to earning trust as a new leader, she offers actionable insights for women looking to accelerate their careers and lead with confidence. Danyel also gives an inside look at Umami, an AI-enabled SaaS platform transforming how food and beverage brands innovate. Learn how technology is helping companies turn consumer feedback into smarter product development—and why embracing discomfort might just be the key to your next big career move. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
In this episode of Women Who Make It , Angela discusses the inaugural State of Women in the Food and Beverage Industry Report, highlighting key insights from a survey of about 250 women. The conversation uncovers the most pressing challenges women face across the industry—from leadership development gaps and work-life imbalance to company culture issues, gender bias, and harassment. Angela is joined by Dorsey Standish, neuroscientist and mindfulness expert, to explore the physiological effects of burnout and share practical strategies for building resilience and fostering human connection. Together, they emphasize the urgent need for actionable change, allyship, and reimagined workplace support systems that honor women’s humanity and potential in an increasingly complex world. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
Angela sits down with Jenna Sullivan, VP of Sales at So Good So You, a fast-growing functional beverage company. Jenna shares her journey from corporate sales to the startup world, offering candid insights into accountability, decision-making, and leading with authenticity. She opens up about the challenges and rewards of balancing motherhood with a high-growth career, the pivotal choices that fueled the company’s success, and the importance of building trust and strong support systems. Jenna also reflects on how COVID-19 reshaped the business, the opportunities ahead for the functional beverage industry, and the power of women supporting women in leadership. This conversation is packed with valuable lessons on resilience, leadership, and carving your own path in a rapidly evolving industry. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
Angela sits down with Amy Abouelenein, retired global innovation executive from General Mills, to reflect on her 36-year career shaping brands like Betty Crocker and Cheerios. Amy opens up about balancing motherhood with leadership, navigating company politics, and overcoming imposter syndrome while building high-performing teams. She also shares advice for women in the “messy middle” of their careers—reminding us that with support, boundaries, and confidence, it’s possible to grow both a career and a life that matters. FULL SHOW NOTES Tune in for new episodes every other Thursday. If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe & leave a review! Follow Females in Food on LinkedIn and Instagram Follow The Women Who Make It Podcast on LinkedIn and Instagram Subscribe to The Women Who Make It Podcast on YouTube
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