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We have been inspired by the thriving women’s movement and are now building on that dialogue. Through The Passionistas Project Podcast we are sharing the positive stories of strong, empowered and passionate women from all disciplines and walks of life. Our mission is to inspire women of all ages to pursue their dreams, overcome obstacles and take charge of their own destinies.

Join the conversation by nominating a Passionista for our podcast and sharing your story on our Facebook page.

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LYNN HARRIS IS BRINGING THE POWER OF COMEDY
TO WOMEN AND NON-BINARY PEOPLE

Lynn Harris is the CEO and founder of GOLD Comedy — the online comedy world for young women and non-binary folks who want to nerd out about comedy together. Lynn is also a creative partner to select brands, organizations and individuals, blending her experience in writing, communications, advocacy and entertainment to create strategic content that brings maximum fun to serious issues, for maximum impact.

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Natasha Case

Coolhaus CEO

Susan Feniger
Chef

Terry Ann Gordon

Costume Designer

Melody Godfred

Fred & Far Founder

Sashee Chandran

Tea Drops Founder

Jess Phoenix

Volcanologist

Laura Young

Ballerina

Liz Lachman

Filmmaker

Erika De La Cruz

Inspirational Speaker

Daina Trout

CEO Health-Ade Kombucha

DeMane Davis

Director

Shaz Bennett

Director

Linda Goetz

Actress

Annette Corsino-Blair

Fiber Artist

Stacey Newman Weldon

Adventure Guru

Elise Darma

Travelpreneur

Jessie Jacobson

Writer and Musician

Sarah Boyd

SIMPLY Founder

Ramona Harvey

Happiness Coach

Joan Baker

Voice Over Coach

Erin Penner

Teacher and Activist

Susan X Jane

Diversity Coach

Erica Wright

U First Founder

Clémence Gossett

Chef and Teacher

Elle Johnson

Writer/Producer

Tess Cacciatore

CEO of GWEN Global

Pamela Skjolsvik

Author

Karen L. Arceneaux Dancer & Trainer

Sophie Kim
Youth Poet Laureate

Madonna Cacciatore

LA Pride

Nan Kohler

Owner Grist and Toll

Marlo Meyer

Farmer & Anthropologist

Beth Harrington

Independent Filmmaker

Sister Monica Clare

Episcopal Nun

Billie Best
Author and Ex-Farmer

Nancy Harrington

Passionistas Project

Amy Harrington

Passionistas Project

Carolyn Koppel

Aaron's Coffee Corner

Holly George-Warren
Author

Mae Chandran
Cook, Gardner & Mother

Debbie Arcangeles
The Offbeat Life

Lydia Ricci
Tiny Sculpture Artist

Geri McNiece

Founder aRound Joy

Marla Isackson
Founder OSSA

Hannah Gordon
CAO, San Francisco 49ers

Caleigh Hernandez

Founder RoHo

Lindsay Gordon
A Life of Options

Claudia Cordova Rucker

Founder Estetica Mia

Rachel Van Dyken

Author

Jaime-Alexis Fowler

Empower Work Founder

Kate Anderson
Co-Founder iFundWomen

Dia Bondi
Ask Like and Auctioneer

Rita Reimers

Cat Behaviorist

Gina Fattore
TV Writer and Author

Linda Hollander
Sponsor Concierge

Katy Dolan
Katy Dolan Consulting

Charlotte Harrington

Podcaster and Activist

Suz Carpenter

CarpenterOne80 CEO

Jessica Craven

Chop Wood Carry Water

Kat Calvin

Project ID/Spread the Vote

Jennifer Reitman

DAME Magazine Founder

Heike Yates

Fitness & Nutrition Expert

Elizabeth Tulasi

California Women's List

Selene Luna

Comic, Actor, Activist

Chandra Beckman

Pilot & Life Coach

Sara Ku

Owner of Kaya Essentials

Laura Beck

Founder of LottoLove

Madam Nselaa Ward

Attorney and Business Architect

Julie DeLucca-Collins

Go Confidently Coaching

Jess Weiss

Trix Co-Founder

Amy Honey

Speaker and Trainer

Kimberly Stewart
Be Weird Make Money

Cara Reedy

D-MAP

Helen Torres

HOPE

Meridy Volz

Art Activist

Emma Zack

Founder of Berriez

Nekei Lewis

AskNekei.com

Lorelle Miller
Street Artist

Tammy Levent

Heavenly Puffs

Santina Muha

Actor, Comedian, Activist

Bethany Halbreich
Paint the World

Katie Chin
Celebrity Chef

Judith Halbreich

Home of Champions

Quest Skinner
Artist, Teacher, Activist

Lynn Harris

Founder Gold Comedy

JOIN THE CONVERSATION

This project is about all of us — sharing our experiences, connecting with each other and learning about what works (and what doesn't) on a path to empowerment. So we want to hear from you. There are several ways to join the conversation and spread the word about the Passionistas Project. #PassionistasPersist!

Go to our Facebook page and share your Passionistas story. What makes you excited? What drives you? What challenges have you overcome? #ImAPassionista

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