Confessions of a CEO

Dec 26 2023

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Confessions of a CEO dive into both the glamorous and the gritty sides of being a female founder. Host, Kelci Borges uncovers her personal experiences of rebranding her family's seasonal fireworks stand to empowering a community of thousands of fierce female founders. Get a candid look behind the curtain of her business as well as other massively successful founders to learn, be inspired, laugh, and feel less alone in your entrepreneurial journey. We're here to keep it 100% real, say it like it is, and chat about the shit that stinks in business. If you're an ambitious, creative, and purpose-driven woman looking for a community that gets it, you've found your crew. So, whether you're here for a laugh, a lesson, or that 'aha!' moment, grab your favorite drink. Ready for some real talk? Pull up the latest episode and dive in!

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