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The Business of Belonging: NAWBO Columbus Conversations

Rhonda Peterson, Bethany George, Maritza Shay Nelson

Booking Overview

A values-driven business podcast spotlighting women business owners and leaders in Columbus, with episodes built around their strategies, growth lessons, and advocacy work. For PR, it’s a strong platform to reach NAWBO-aligned entrepreneurs and community builders through credible, purpose-led founder stories.

Metrics

Episodes: 23

Frequency: Monthly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Gender skew: Female

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 42 subscribers

Instagram: 1.3k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

arien@nawbocbus.org

pannich89@gmail.com

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Host

Rhonda Peterson - Host for The Business of Belonging; welcomes guests and guides conversations focused on the stories and strategies of women business owners associated with NAWBO Columbus.

Bethany George - VP of Roundtables for NAWBO Columbus and founder of The Sales Mystique; sits down with guests to discuss leadership, team alignment, and entrepreneurship realities.

Maritza Shay Nelson - Host for The Business of Belonging; interviews women leaders about leadership, advocacy, financial literacy, and community-driven growth.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
NAWBO members or closely aligned women entrepreneurs and business leaders (founders, presidents/CEOs, consultants, and mission-driven operators), ideally with demonstrated impact, leadership experience, and clear relevance to advocacy and community-building for women in business.
Required Achievements:  
Founder/CEO leadership roles, Built or scaled a service or consulting business, Advocacy or women-entrepreneur support work, Credentials/training relevant to their industry (e.g., healthcare/wellness specialization)

Recent Guest Discussions

Krista Guagenti - Transition From Corporate Healthcare To Holistic Wellness; Mission-driven Brand; Building Leadership Teams And Systems For Scalability; Compassionate Oncology-focused Wellness Services.

Amy Lahmers - Leadership To Entrepreneurship; Culture-building; Team Alignment; People-centered Growth; HR Audits; Community For Business Owners; Sustainable Leadership Practices.

Sheila A. Mixon - Business Development And Advocacy; Empowering Women Entrepreneurs; Financial Literacy; Leveraging Networks (including Nawbo); Adapting To Ai; Delegation And Burnout Prevention.

Recent Topics

Women Owned Business, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Business Development, Advocacy

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Business of Belonging: NAWBO Columbus Conversations
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Collaboration, Community, and Creating Opportunities with Babiya Polk EP 22

October 01, 2026

Check out resources and events here On this episode of The Business of Belonging, host Yasmine Robles welcomes Babiya Polk for a conversation about what it takes to grow as a woman business owner, lead with purpose, and build stronger professional communities. Babiya shares lessons from her own evolution from independent sales representative to business owner, along with her perspective on collaboration, technology, workforce challenges, leadership, and the importance of creating access an...

From Corporate Healthcare to Holistic Healing with Krista Guagenti

May 15, 2026

On this episode of The Business of Belonging, host Rhonda Peterson welcomes Krista Guagenti, founder of Panacea Luxury Spa Boutique, to share the remarkable story behind her business and mission-driven approach to wellness. Krista opens up about the 30-year journey from dreaming about a healing retreat for families impacted by cancer to building one of the few luxury spas in the country with a fully oncology-certified staff. Drawing from her background in healthcare, chemistry, medical devic...

From Leadership to Entrepreneurship: Creating Cultures That Flourish EP 20

April 16, 2026

Check out resources and events here Bethany George, VP of Roundtables for NAWBO Columbus and founder of The Sales Mystique, sits down with Amy Lahmers, founder and president of Flourishes Consulting, to explore leadership, team alignment, and the realities of building a business. Amy shares her journey from higher education and nonprofit leadership into entrepreneurship, along with the mindset shifts required to grow a people-centered organization. The conversation highlights the importan...

Frequently asked questions

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The Business of Belonging: NAWBO Columbus Conversations
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How do I get in touch with The Business of Belonging: NAWBO Columbus Conversations?

The Business of Belonging: NAWBO Columbus Conversations is hosted by Rhonda Peterson and Bethany George. Its publicly listed emails are arien@nawbocbus.org and pannich89@gmail.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 The Business of Belonging: NAWBO Columbus Conversations?

The publicly listed emails for The Business of Belonging: NAWBO Columbus Conversations: arien@nawbocbus.org and pannich89@gmail.com.

How many listeners does The Business of Belonging: NAWBO Columbus Conversations have?

Podseeker estimates The Business of Belonging: NAWBO Columbus Conversations reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Business of Belonging: NAWBO Columbus Conversations?

The Business of Belonging: NAWBO Columbus Conversations typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: NAWBO members or closely aligned women entrepreneurs and business leaders (founders, presidents/CEOs, consultants, and mission-driven operators), ideally with demonstrated impact, leadership experience, and clear relevance to advocacy and community-building for women in business. Common among recent guests: Founder/CEO leadership roles; Built or scaled a service or consulting business; Advocacy or women-entrepreneur support work. Recent guests include Krista Guagenti, Amy Lahmers, and Sheila A. Mixon.

How hard is it to get booked on The Business of Belonging: NAWBO Columbus Conversations?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The Business of Belonging: NAWBO Columbus Conversations cover?

Recent episodes cover Women Owned Business, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Business Development, and Advocacy. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

arien@nawbocbus.org

pannich89@gmail.com

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