That's Business

DeLasheà Strawder serves as Executive and Artistic Director of Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit, where she also leads as the primary music teaching artist for the teen ensemble. As an alumna of the program herself, she brings an intimate understanding of the transformative power of youth voice and leadership. Her approach is deeply collaborative—she regularly consults program participants in critical organizational decisions including program design, evaluation, marketing, resource development, and power-sharing initiatives, embodying her commitment to youth-centered leadership and authentic community building. To learn more about Mosaic: https://mosaicdetroit.org/history-and-accomplishments/ Receive inspiration and updates from Mosaic right in your inbox. Sign up for our monthly newsletter: https://mosaicdetroit.org/newsletter/ Warning: Some episodes contain explicit language. Please proceed with caution. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tathiana Machado is a career and leadership coach who helps ambitious professionals navigate meaningful career transitions and build work lives aligned with their values. A former McKinsey consultant and INSEAD MBA, she has over a decade of experience in strategy and leadership roles across tech and consulting, working across Latin America, the Middle East, Europe, and the United States. Today, she is an ICF-certified coach who supports professionals, particularly women and consultants, who are questioning their next career move and want to choose their path consciously rather than by default. Her work focuses on helping clients gain clarity, build confidence, and design careers that integrate ambition with personal fulfillment. https://www.linkedin.com/in/tathianamachado/ Warning: Some episodes contain explicit language. Please proceed with caution. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Amber Poupore is a Michigan-based plant-forward culinary entrepreneur and educator, and the founder/owner of Cacao Tree Café—an established plant-based café in downtown Royal Oak known for nutrient-dense meals, superfood smoothies, and decadent raw desserts made with thoughtfully sourced ingredients. Her work is rooted in more than 25 years of living a plant-strong lifestyle and over two decades in the vegetarian restaurant world, including nearly a decade at Inn Season Café, one of metro Detroit’s pioneering vegetarian restaurants. In addition to leading her café, Amber teaches and supports wellness-focused food education through community programming and partnerships, helping people build practical, sustainable habits around real food. She has been featured in local media and in the documentary Eating You Alive, reflecting her commitment to making plant-forward eating approachable, satisfying, and inclusive. Amber is currently developing Herban Grounds, a community-oriented coffeehouse concept offering crafted coffee and tea, smoothies, elixirs, and a vegetarian breakfast-forward menu in a welcoming, alcohol-free gathering space. Website: https://www.cacaotreecafe.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063595392908 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cacaotreecafe/ Warning: Some episodes contain explicit language. Please proceed with caution. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. Dana Braxton, PharmD, is a pharmacist and Menopause Wellness Practitioner who helps women navigate menopause with clarity and confidence. She is the founder of Lierre Naturals, where she blends science, education, and real-world support to address symptoms women are often told to “just deal with.” Her work focuses on empowering women to understand what’s happening in their bodies and move through this transition informed and supported. Dr. Dana serves on the board of Hope Serene (pronounced “Hope suh-RAIN”, a nonprofit supporting education and health initiatives for women and children in Ghana. She also participates in global mission work serving underserved communities worldwide and currently serves as a subject-matter expert for the Oakland County Probate Court. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lierrenaturalsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danabraxtonpharmd/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LierreNaturalsWebsite: https://lierrenaturals.com/ Warning: Some episodes contain explicit language. Please proceed with caution. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on That's Business, our guest is Laura Patterson, an entrepreneur, speaker, and author. She is President of VisionEdge Marketing, founded in 1999, helping over 300 companies replace fragmented actions with purposeful strategies that create value. Known for her pragmatic, data-driven approach, she developed the Circle of Traction™ framework and authored Fast-Track Your Business. She holds a patent for Accelance, linking results to tactics. A frequent speaker and advisor, Laura aims to improve efficiency and success through strategic clarity.Website: https://visionedgemarketing.com/https://laurapatterson.co/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@VisionEdgeMarketing Warning: Some episodes contain explicit language. Please proceed with caution. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on That's Business, our guest is Lauren Daniels, founder of Sumptuous Spirits, a bar staffing company serving 63 cities across two states for clients like Google, Foot Locker, and the NFL Draft Detroit 2024. She co-founded Opulence Gallery venues and created VenueGenius, a hospitality-tech platform. Featured in Crain’s Detroit, SEEN Magazine, Fox 2, and CBS Detroit, Lauren helps entrepreneurs scale profitably through smarter systems, pricing, and efficiency.Lauren's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurendanielsmba/Sumptuous Spirits: http://www.sumptuousspirits.com/Opulence Gallery: https://www.opulencegallery.com/ Warning: Some episodes contain explicit language. Please proceed with caution. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on "That's Business," our host, Angela, outlines how you can turn family gatherings this holiday season into valuable opportunities for making unexpected professional connections. Don’t miss the full episode now available on Amazon, Apple, and Spotify! Warning: Some episodes contain explicit language. Please proceed with caution. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on That's Business, Angela is going solo to chat about how to cope when it feels like your world is totally falling apart. She shares some real talk on pushing through tough times and what it takes to keep going. Don’t miss out—check out the full episode now on Apple, Spotify, and Amazon!Angela's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-buccellato/ Warning: Some episodes contain explicit language. Please proceed with caution. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In honor of OCD Awareness Week, we are thrilled to introduce Erin Nghe (Nee) as our guest on That's Business. Erin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and OCD Specialist in the metro Atlanta area, where she is the Clinical Director and Owner of OCD Set Free. This interactive mental health facility supports individuals with obsessive-compulsive disorder and related disorders across Georgia, Alabama, and Florida.Erin also trains therapy practices and community mental health programs along the East Coast to enhance their focus on OCD treatment. As a faculty member for the International OCD Foundation’s Behavior Therapy Training Institute, she educates future therapists on effective, ethical OCD care. Additionally, Erin contributes to the Sexual Obsessions in OCD treatment manual and has been featured in outlets like CNN and Wondermind. As the founder of ERP Kaleidoscope, she supports BIPOC individuals living with OCD and therapists interested in this area. Erin finds her greatest reward in helping diverse populations embrace uncertainty and achieve successful treatment for OCD.ERP Kaleidoscope: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinnghe/OCD Set Free: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ocdsetfree Warning: Some episodes contain explicit language. Please proceed with caution. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on "That's Business," our guest is Jay Aprea, owner of Thrive Through Flow Wellness and a resilience coach based in Washington, DC. After surviving a brain aneurysm at age 12 that left him partially paralyzed, he played for the U.S. Men’s Paralympic National Soccer Team and focused on advocacy. Now, he helps others achieve calm and resilience through meditation, breathwork, and practical life strategies.Website: www.thrivethroughflow.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thrivethroughflow/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thrive-through-flow-wellness Warning: Some episodes contain explicit language. Please proceed with caution. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, we are excited to have Leah Garber as our special guest. Leah is the founder of Operational Excellence Consulting, and she helps small to midsize businesses improve their HR systems. Whether you want to upgrade your current systems or build new ones, Leah has practical strategies and innovative ideas to share. Leah's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahmgarber/ Warning: Some episodes contain explicit language. Please proceed with caution. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're excited to announce that the That's Business podcast is back! We're kicking things off with a fantastic guest, Estavian Ward. Estavian is a campus recruiter and internship program lead at Amway, dedicated to creating inclusive and meaningful early-career experiences. A proud graduate of the University of Michigan and NYU, Estavian is passionate about social justice and is truly committed to promoting diversity and a sense of belonging. Estavian's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/estavianw/ Warning: Some episodes contain explicit language. Please proceed with caution. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on That's Business, join your host, Angela Buccellato, as she shares anecdotes from her recruiting experiences. Tune in to discover some of the horror stories and learn how to sidestep potential pitfalls when searching for a new opportunity!Angela's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-buccellato/ Warning: Some episodes contain explicit language. Please proceed with caution. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.