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In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Valicia Dantzler, Human Resources Business Partner, leader, and strategist, to explore how HR leaders drive business outcomes from the inside out. Valicia shares her perspective on aligning talent strategy with organizational goals, navigating complex workplace dynamics, and leading with both empathy and accountability.  Join the community! www.CSweet.org

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Ingrid Hibbard, explorer, mining industry advocate, and CEO of Pelangio, to discuss what it takes to lead in one of the world’s most complex and high-risk industries. Ingrid shares her journey navigating exploration, building credibility in a male-dominated field, and advocating for responsible mining practices.  Join the community! www.CSweet.org

In this episode, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Lisa Lobue, Senior Vice President and Relationship Manager at GBank, to explore what it truly takes to build enduring executive partnerships in financial services. Lisa shares her perspective on relationship-driven leadership, navigating complex client needs, and creating value that goes far beyond transactions.  Join the community! www.CSweet.org

In this episode, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Maryna Yudina, Doctor of Medicine-Ukr/ Neurofeedback Cognitive Performance /Leadership Optimization Specialist at Quant Synaptic Solution LLC / Pacific Neurocenter Inc., to explore how brain-based performance directly shapes executive decision-making, resilience, and clarity under pressure.  Drawing from neurofeedback, cognitive performance science, and real-world leadership applications, the conversation reframes performance challenges not as personal shortcomings, but as neurological signals leaders can learn to work with.  Join the community! www.CSweet.org

In this episode, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Sheryl Brinkley, executive leadership & career coach, to talk about professional identity, self-promotion, confidence, and how women can step into their value without apology. Sheryl shares why we must consciously uncouple from company identity, collect career “receipts” in real time, and learn to articulate our secret sauce in 30 seconds or less. She also dives into “life quakes” — those career-shaking moments that reveal who we really are. Join the community! www.CSweet.org

In this episode, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Anna-Sophia Kristjansson, founder and CEO of Lexicon Lens, to unpack the often-overlooked gap between strategic planning and strategic activation. With 25 years of experience across marketing, HR, operations, and disruptive change, Anna-Sophia shares how organizations can align people, process, and stakeholder strategies to accelerate transformation. We explore why collaboration and innovation must become hard skills—not buzzwords—and how misalignment impacts delivery, profit, and culture. She shares real-world examples, including a manufacturing firm struggling with delivery delays, rework costs, and employee disengagement, and how cross-functional solution forums unlocked 85% of blockers within three months.  Join the community! www.CSweet.org

In this episode, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Pamela Bowen, CEO of Eminence MSO and founder of Crimson Sanctuary, to explore the emerging intersection of strategic advisory, personal sovereignty, and soulful leadership. Pamela shares how leading multi-million-dollar enterprises taught her that leadership is energetic before it is strategic — and how nervous system alignment directly impacts performance at scale. If you’re fascinated by leadership evolution — from AI innovation to sanctuary leadership — this conversation will expand how you think about power, energy, and sustainable success. Join the community! www.CSweet.org

In this episode, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Gayle Bartscherer, Global CEO and CEO of Live Wine, the first direct-to-consumer wine marketplace in the U.S. Gayle shares her journey from humble beginnings in Northwest England to leading iconic wine portfolios around the world and bringing innovation, tech, and community into a legacy category.   If you care about building brands, elevating women, or leading with purpose, this conversation is rich with insight.  Join the community! www.CSweet.org

In this episode, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Margaux Currie, Managing Director at Cigna Healthcare and a stage III breast cancer survivor. Margot shares her powerful journey—from discovering her diagnosis at 39 to transforming her experience into groundbreaking initiatives in oncology, preventative care, and patient advocacy. With candor and wisdom, she discusses self-advocacy, setting boundaries as an executive, leading with vulnerability, and how survivorship reshaped her leadership lens. This episode is a must-listen for leaders navigating health, career, and community impact—proof that resilience and innovation can redefine both business and personal life. Join the community! www.CSweet.org

In this episode, C-Sweet Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Samantha Brown, CEO & Founder of Connect More, to explore The Human Code—a groundbreaking tool designed to simplify communication and strengthen human connection. Samantha shares her journey from tech leader to communication innovator, and how her framework helps leaders, teams, and families bridge gaps, reduce friction, and build trust. From navigating high-stress careers to fostering authentic dialogue in the digital age, Samantha offers actionable strategies for leaders to listen better, connect deeper, and inspire growth. Tune in to discover how you can use the Human Code to elevate both your professional performance and personal relationships. Join the community! www.CSweet.org

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with Shirin Sabouri, CPA, Senior Tax Manager at CohnReznick, for a candid conversation on career resilience, flexibility, and the people side of tax.  Shirin shares her path from CSUN to Big Four to CohnReznick; how parenting shaped her career decisions; what keeps women in (or drives them out of) the profession; and why “building the bench” through mentoring is non‑negotiable. We also get into compliance madness, shifting tax laws, digital transformation, cybersecurity, and teaching financial literacy to kids. Real talk. Real leadership. Real life.  Join the community! www.CSweet.org

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sit down with executive coach and strategic advisor Serin Silva to uncover what’s really happening behind closed C-Suite doors. Serin—who has advised Fortune 1000 leaders and fast-growing women-led companies—shares how executive women can navigate burnout, lead through uncertainty, and thrive in the age of AI. From intuitive insight and emotional intelligence to managing stress and imposter syndrome, Serin brings a fresh, human-centered approach to modern leadership. Join the community! www.CSweet.org

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sits down with  Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj—Board-Certified Cardiologist, Functional Medicine Advocate, and Founder of Well12. Dr. Sanjay shares how he bridges cutting-edge precision medicine with lifestyle-centered functional care to address the root causes of disease.  From cardiovascular health to sleep, stress, diet, and even longevity for women leaders, this conversation is a masterclass in reclaiming agency over your health. Tune in to discover how simple shifts can spark transformational change.  Join the community! www.CSweet.org

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sits down with Rochelle Nitka, Director of C-Sweet Executive Search, to discuss the critical role of women in leadership and how C-suite executives can navigate career transitions and personal branding. Rochelle shares her journey from staffing to executive search and explains how middle-market companies are tapping into diverse talent pools to drive success. The conversation highlights the importance of networking, executive search, and job market trends across various industries, including financial services, tech, and energy sectors. Whether you’re transitioning careers or looking to grow your leadership team, this episode offers valuable insights into career growth, personal branding, and the current job market. Join the community! www.CSweet.org

In this episode of C-Sweet Talks, Co-CEOs Dianne Gubin and Beth Hilbing sits down with Daniel Olexa, founder of Transcendent Living, LLC. Daniel shares invaluable insights on leadership development, overcoming imposter syndrome, and unlocking personal power.  In this episode, we delve into the transformative work Daniel is doing with executives through executive coaching, neuroscience, and hypnotherapy. Discover how leaders can break free from self-sabotage, embrace personal growth, and overcome the stories of limitation that hold them back. Join the community! www.CSweet.org