InspiHER, presented by Atrium Health: Episode 205 with Page Fehling

Kristin speaks with Melissa Carnegie, Charlotte-based content creator and Founder of Kicks and Fros, to discuss how she turned her social media page into a full-time business and community. Melissa goes in depth on her goals of creating a sneaker community for women, who are a vital piece of the industry through their support, innovation, and style. The duo breaks down how to deal with burnout, going all in on opportunities, and how to prioritize your work, life, and community.

Dr. Ngina Connors, Chair of the Atrium Health Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in the Greater Charlotte Region, joins Kristen to discuss her career as a maternal-fetal medicine specialist. The duo dives into her unwavering passion for research and how she established her career while balancing motherhood.

Kristen Balboni speaks with Ericia Turner, Athletic Director of Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools. Ericia walks Kristen through her day-to-day responsibilities as she oversees athletic programs for 66+ middle and high schools in Charlotte Mecklenburg County. The pair discusses impactful stories about her family life and experiences that ignited her passion for sports and commitment to inspiring future generations.

Kristen Balboni welcomes Meredith Tucker, mother of Pearl Monroe Tucker, happily nicknamed Roe Roe. The duo dives into the emotional journey behind Roe Roe's battle with Leukemia and how she keeps her family strong during this difficult time. Tucker shares the celebratory moment when Roe Roe rang the victory bell at Atrium Health Levine Children's Brenner Children's Hospital.

Executive Director of Defending Dreams and restaurateur, Kelly Davis, joins Kristen to discuss her mindset of becoming an entrepreneur and creating community initiatives in the Carolinas, while balancing motherhood. The pair also unfolds the vision and process behind opening a sports bar, Ten58, with her husband Thomas Davis.

Kristen Balboni welcomes two inspirational women, Kim Ortmayer, Patient Experience Manager, and Carrie Keuten, Group and Events Coordinator at Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital. The trio unpacks how to create joyous experiences for pediatric patients while providing emotional support to families.

Kristen Balboni speaks with Jordan Trgovac, Scouting Assistant for the Carolina Panthers. The duo reflects on Trgovac's determination to make a career shift, the ins and out of being a successful NFL scout, and the power of being resilient.

Kristen Balboni kicks off Season 3 of InspiHER with Linda Reich, Co-Founder of the kNot Today Foundation. The duo discusses the Reich family's transition back to the Carolinas and her motivation behind becoming a youth advocate to generate a greater impact in our community.