Startups in Stilettos

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Elizabeth Watson Helps Founders Recover Their Lost Energy

October 13, 2026

“I hate the phrase “Its not personal, it's just business ", not for an entrepreneur. Our business is our baby. It's another piece of us. It is personal.” On this episode of Startups in Stilettos, Ingrid Zapata-Read and Carlyn Bushman sit down with Elizabeth Watson, founder of Sovereign Success Enterprises, to unpack the concept of Energetic ROI and why so many female founders struggle with burnout, overwork, and the feeling that there simply aren’t enough hours in the day. Elizabeth shares ...

Emily Dean on Building a Brand That Reflects Who You’re Becoming

October 06, 2026

“If you deleted your logo, your fonts, you colors tomorrow would anyone still be able to explain what you do and why you do it and if not you don't have a brand yet. You have a look.” On this episode of Startups in Stilettos, Carlyn Bushman and Ingrid Zapata-Read sit down with Emily Dean, founder of Bolt & Bloom, to talk about the evolution of a brand, the transition from corporate marketing to entrepreneurship, and why great branding goes far beyond logos, fonts, and colors. After more tha...

Katie Miller Turns Personal Story Into Magnetic Brand Strategy

September 29, 2026

“So the more dialed in to your story, the easier it is gonna be to find your people.” On this episode of Startups and Stilettos, Carlyn Bushman and Ingrid Zapata-Read sit down with Katie Miller, founder of Portia and Cleo, a marketing studio specializing in women-led and community-based businesses. Katie shares how her background in theater, storytelling, real estate, motherhood, and community advocacy ultimately shaped her approach to marketing—and why authentic stories can create the trust...

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Startups in Stilettos is hosted by Ingrid Zapata-Read and Carlyn Bushman. Its publicly listed email is steph@entreprenista.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Startups in Stilettos?

The publicly listed email for Startups in Stilettos: steph@entreprenista.com.

How many listeners does Startups in Stilettos have?

Podseeker estimates Startups in Stilettos reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Startups in Stilettos?

Startups in Stilettos typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Startup founders, women entrepreneurs, consultants, coaches, and specialized business professionals with firsthand experience building a company or solving practical challenges for founders. Common among recent guests: Founded or grown a startup or service business; Built expertise in a practical area such as communications, leadership, marketing, client success, or brand protection; Transitioned from a substantial corporate career into entrepreneurship. Recent guests include Danielle Ruess, Erica Wood, and Joy Errico.

How hard is it to get booked on Startups in Stilettos?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Startups in Stilettos cover?

Recent episodes cover Entrepreneurship, Startups, Women Entrepreneurs, Leadership, and Business Growth. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.