She Achieved with Albine Bennett
She Achieved podcast with Albine Bennett is about conversations with extraordinary women in northeast Mississippi and beyond who had the courage to follow their inner calling. Despite the challenges they encountered, whether in business or community, they consistently and relentlessly pursued greatness. She Achieved is about inspiring you to chase your dreams and aspirations just like the ladies who are interviewed. These amazing women are sharing their stories so you can be empowered to achieve your greatness and become who you were created to be.
Episodes
30 episodes
#29: Katina O'Neal - Motivate with KO
Katina O’Neal is happily married to her wonderful husband, Mario O’Neal, for 26 years. They are blessed with three children and two beautiful grandchildren. With over 25 years of experience in Healthcare Revenue Cycle Management, she was honore...
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#28: Suzy Bowman - Junior Achievement
As a life-long Mississippian, Suzy Bowman has stepped into leadership roles in her state that have helped revitalize K-12 education in the work she has done as one of the founding members of the Career Coach Program in Mississippi. Taking her k...
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26:53
#27: Cerritos Johnson - Real Estate Agent
Cerritos Johnson, a native of Shannon, Mississippi, is happily married to Marco Johnson, celebrating 11 years together. Their family is a source of immense pride, including two wonderful children: Santavious Foster, aged 27, and Kortlyn Wells, ...
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47:07
#26: Melinda Marsalis - Kudzu 104.9 & The Shark 102.3
Melinda Pitner Marsalis was born and raised in Northeast Mississippi. She is a Corinth High School Graduate with a BSE in Math from Delta State University and a Masters Degree in Education from the University of Mississippi. After a...
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41:05
#25: Melony Armstrong - Naturally Speaking Salon
Everyday, Melony Armstrong demonstrates what a leader is. Thousands of low-income families are housed, clothed and fed not because she sought out government assistance for them, rather, She is responsible for breaking down regulatory walls that...
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2:17:55
#24: Letisha Jackson - Jackson Insurance Group
Letisha Jackson is the CEO of Jackson Insurance Group as well as a Speaker, Entrepreneur, and Woman on a Mission. Letisha knows what it’s like to go from fighting for a $1 Cheeseburger to producing a successful insurance business and experienci...
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34:42
#23: Annette Tomlinson
Annette "Nettie" Tomlinson is a multi-talented individual with a passion for empowering others. A gifted writer, speaker, and local photographer, Nettie's creative spirit shines through her various endeavors. In addition to her creative pursuit...
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1:11:03
#22: Staci Bevill - Lee County Court Judge
Judge Staci Shumpert Bevill is the esteemed incumbent of Lee County Court, Post 1, bringing over two decades of legal expertise to the bench since her election in 2019. Her tenure as judge is marked by a steadfast commitment to the youth court ...
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1:04:01
#21: Allison Smith - War On Autism
Allison Smith, originally from Belmont and currently residing in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, has led a remarkable journey of personal and professional growth. Her roots trace back to Belmont High School, where she graduated with honors, and Nor...
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45:27
#20: Gabrielle Cooper - MSmade
Gabrielle Cooper, a Tupelo native, is a distinguished graduate from the University of Mississippi with degrees in Broadcast Journalism and Spanish. With a remarkable career, Gabrielle has held the position of VP at Renasant Bank in Private Bank...
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42:24
#19: Barbara Fleishhacker - The Main Attraction
Barbara's journey began at Tupelo High School in 1978, bursting with excitement for the college experience that awaited her. The allure of the University of Alabama proved irresistible, marking the start of a vibrant chapter filled with youthfu...
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31:39
#18: Becky Weatherford - Talbot House
Becky Weatherford stands as the driving force behind a transformative initiative in Tupelo, Mississippi, as the Founding Executive Director of Talbot House Sober Living for Women, Talbot House Lawndale, Talbot House Bakery & Café, and Talbo...
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45:03
#17: Juanita Floyd - CREATE Foundation
Juanita Gambrell Floyd is currently employed by CREATE Foundation as Senior Vice-President of Finance and Administration. Her responsibilities include managing all financial aspects of the operation of the Foundation and the oversight of ...
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1:01:01
#16: Amanda Hayden - Cafe 212
Amanda has spent the majority of her life in Tupelo, except for a brief period residing overseas in London. Her profound affection for her hometown is undeniable, with Tupelo's close-knit and supportive community holding a special place in her ...
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33:05
#15: Paula Jones - Call Me PMc
Paula Jones, the creative force behind CallMePMc.com, wears many hats in her culinary journey. As the owner, recipe developer, creator, and photographer, she established Call Me PMc in 2012, propelled by her impressive victory in the MS Magazin...
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34:22
#14: Chasi Jernigan - Sweat In Mascara
Over 8 years ago, Chasi became the very first plus size trainer in Tupelo, MS, along with creating the first body positive workout dance cardio class in North Mississippi. This was way before body positivity hit the scene.Recognized a...
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39:11
#13: Rubye Del Harden - SprintPrint of Tupelo & The Dance Studio of Tupelo
Rubye Del Harden's journey from aspiring high school band director to a multifaceted business owner and entrepreneur is a testament to life's unpredictability. While her initial dream was solely focused on a career in music education, her path ...
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1:00:30
#12: Kim Caron - The Caron Gallery
Kim is a Tupelo native and has spent the better part of 30 years collecting and enjoying art. In 2010, Kim started the Caron Gallery, and now she represents over 40 artists of all genres. In 2018, the Mississippi Business Journal named her one ...
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50:22
#11: Lauren McElwain - Cooking as a First Language
Lauren McElwain is a devoted mother of three young children who also serves as a part-time speech language pathologist within the Tupelo Public School District. In addition to her role in education, Lauren is a dedicated fitness instructor with...
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23:37
#10: Roxie Clayton - Vow Fitness & Doniphan Dance Project
Roxie Thomas Clayton is a dance educator, choreographer and creative. She believes that movement and dance should be accessible to every student who has that creative passion. After receiving her Masters in Dance, Roxie continued to make new di...
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55:34
#9: Lisa Hawkins - Room to Room Furniture
Tupelo native Lisa Hawkins, armed with a Bachelor of Science and a Master's in Nursing from Mississippi University for Women, wears many hats. She owns Room to Room Furniture, previously ran Velveteen Rabbit, and once taught nursing at Itawamba...
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47:58
#8: Amanda Koonlaba - Party in the Art Room
Amanda Koonlaba, Ed. S. is a dedicated educator aligning standards and integrating content to meet the needs of the whole child. Amanda was named the Mississippi Elementary Art Educator of the Year and received the Thad Cochran Distinguished Ar...
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47:00
#7: Blair Hughes - Park Heights
Blair Hughes is originally from Dallas, TX, but calls Columbus, MS, her home. In the year 2000, she embarked on a new journey by relocating to Tupelo, following a thriving banking career in Washington, DC. Having spent nearly 15 years in the na...
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