Let's face it: we live in a chaotic world that's constantly shouting what it thinks about God, life, purpose, and eternity - and what the world is shouting is all wrong! Without intentional time in the only Word of God (the Bible), we can easily give in to the convincing and repetitive arguments that scream at us from phones, friends, and even our own thoughts. We need to be braced on something strong enough to handle our crises, our heartache, our questions, and our security. We need to kno ...
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Chris Schembra is a dinner host, question asker, and facilitator. He's a columnist at Rolling Stone magazine, USA Today calls him their "Gratitude Guru" and he's spent the last nine years traveling around the world helping people connect in meaningful ways. As the offshoot of his #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling book, Gratitude Through Hard Times, he uses this podcast to blend ancient stoic philosophy and modern day science to teach how the principles of gratitude can be used to help peopl ...
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Episode Overview In this episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, Chris Schembra sits down with Brent Kenneway, National Group VP of Sales at UKG, for a conversation about the kind of relationships that aren’t transactional, the kind that actually nourish the soul. Brent opens with the gratitude question and doesn’t hesitate: he gives credit to his…
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Podcast Show Overview In this episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, Chris Schembra welcomes back Julie Peck—a seasoned tech and growth executive and current CEO of Talent Neuron, a global leader in workforce intelligence. Returning after a powerful first conversation (“The Gift of the Curvy Path”), Julie brings both lived experience and a front-…
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In a world obsessed with speed, optimization, certainty, and AI-driven answers, this episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times offers a necessary pause. Chris Schembra sits down with Eric Stine, CEO of Sitecore, for a deeply human conversation about leadership, belonging, gratitude, and the courage to say yes before you feel ready. This is not a tact…
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Katie Parla: Rome Wasn't Built in a Day
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1:04:10Episode Overview In this rich, sensory journey through the Eternal City, I sit down with food historian, author, and Rome expert Katie Parla, a woman whose love affair with Rome began at sixteen thanks to her mother’s quiet act of generosity. What started as a high school Latin club trip became a lifelong devotion to understanding the flavors, hist…
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Episode Overview In this deeply personal episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, host Chris Schembra sits down in person with Sandra Campos, a trailblazing CEO, board advisor, and serial entrepreneur whose story spans global fashion houses, digital transformation, and compassionate leadership. From humble beginnings in her parents’ tortilla factor…
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Episode Summary In this deeply human and heartfelt conversation, Chris Schembra sits down with his longtime friend Kirti Naik, a powerhouse brand leader turned soulful storyteller, for an episode that moves beyond titles and accolades into the raw, unfiltered truth of a life well-lived. On this crisp New York City fall day, amid Yom Kippur reflecti…
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Episode Summary In this special episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, host Chris Schembra welcomes Drew Sullivan, a purpose-driven dealmaker, speaker advocate, and Senior Vice President at APB Speakers, for a raw and hope-filled conversation about the courage it takes to stop hiding and start living authentically. Drew’s story is both ordinary a…
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Julie Peck: The Gift of a Curvy Path
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In a time when the headlines are bleak and social feeds are filled with outrage, what does it mean to be deliberately optimistic? In this episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, host Chris Schembra sits down with returning guest Mattan Griffel, two-time Y Combinator–backed founder, award-winning Columbia Business School professor, and longtime sta…
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Swapnil Shinde: Strength Training for the Heart
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47:01Episode Summary In this special episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, host Chris Schembra sits down with Swapnil Shinde, a three-time entrepreneur and the co-founder and CEO of Zeni, the AI-powered finance platform transforming how startups manage their financial operations. Swapnil’s journey is a story of resilience, risk-taking, and relentless…
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Seth Dechtman: The Heart of a Coach
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1:07:47Episode Overview What does it mean to live a life worth talking about? In this deeply moving and soul-stirring episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, host Chris Schembra invites us into an extraordinary conversation with Seth Dechtman, a man whose journey has been defined not by fame or fanfare, but by grit, love, listening, and legacy. The story…
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Episode Summary In this powerful, emotionally resonant episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, host Chris Schembra sits down with one of the world’s most respected thought leaders on human-centered performance: Ryan Estis. Ryan isn't just a keynote speaker or former Fortune 500 Chief Revenue Officer. He’s a guide for leaders navigating complexity,…
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Episode Description In this electrifying episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, Chris Schembra sits down with transformational speaker, coach, and author Juan Bendana, whose new book Confident by Choice is poised to reshape how we think about courage, action, and self-belief. This conversation dives deep into a liberating truth: confidence isn’t …
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Episode Summary In this riveting and deeply personal conversation, Chris Schembra sits down with Grace Smith — one of the world’s most respected hypnotherapists and the founder of the #1 hypnotherapy brand in the world — to explore how hypnosis can unlock peak performance, emotional clarity, and authentic leadership in the modern workplace. Chris o…
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In this deeply moving and insight-rich episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, host Chris Schembra welcomes Sara Hardwick, the Community Relationship Strategist at the Gift•ology Group and steward of the late John Ruhlin’s enduring legacy. What begins as a conversation about gifting quickly unfolds into a masterclass in human connection, spiritual…
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What if your inner critic isn’t the enemy—but a misdirected inner coach waiting for the right conversation? On today’s soul-shifting episode, Chris Schembra sits down with licensed clinician and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Britt Frank to explore the untapped potential of your internal world. Britt’s new book, Align Your Mind, blends Inte…
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Dr. Steve Elias: The Power of a Shoulder Tap
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58:49Welcome back to another episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times! Today, your host Chris Schembra is joined by the insightful and inspiring Dr. Steve Elias, Dean of the Katz School of Business at Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado. Amidst the polar vortex sweeping through New York City, we dive into a heartwarming discussion about mentorship, l…
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Felipe Gomez: The Beauty of Listening
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1:05:27Welcome to a soul-stirring episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times with your host, Chris Schembra. Set against the festive backdrop of New York City during the holiday season, this conversation is an inspiring reminder of the power of gratitude, connection, and intentional living. Joining Chris is Felipe Gómez, a world-renowned thought leader, virt…
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In this captivating episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, host Chris Schembra welcomes innovation expert, entrepreneur, and jazz musician Josh Linkner to explore the profound connection between creativity, gratitude, and success. Josh, a New York Times bestselling author and founder of five tech companies, shares how his diverse experiences—from…
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In this inspiring episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, host Chris Schembra sits down with David Landman, a former senior HR executive at Goldman Sachs, to explore his transformative journey from corporate success to living a life centered on joy, gratitude, and purpose. David, who is passionate about making work more sustainable, fulfilling, an…
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Mitch Warner: The Power of Self-Awareness
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54:46In this insightful episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, host Chris Schembra welcomes Mitch Warner, Managing Partner at The Arbinger Institute and co-author of Leadership and Self-Deception. Mitch guides us through the core principles of Arbinger’s groundbreaking work, exploring the central idea of self-deception—a psychological barrier that pre…
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In this deeply moving and insightful episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, host Chris Schembra engages in a heartfelt conversation with Sandeep Angra, Chief Information and Technology Officer (CIO/CTO) of the 40,000 person strong company, Unifi, the largest airport ground-handling company in North America and Europe. With over three decades of I…
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Michael O'Brien: Igniting the Joy of Work
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1:11:59In this insightful episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, host Chris Schembra sits down with Michael J. O'Brien, founder of The BluePrint Toolset®, Inc., to explore how leaders can ignite the joy of work and foster positive cultural transformation within organizations. With over 35 years of experience coaching executives and consulting across div…
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Tony Nader: Consciousness Is All There Is
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59:03In this powerful episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, host Chris Schembra engages in a deep and insightful conversation with Dr. Tony Nader, a leading neuroscientist, global head of the Transcendental Meditation (TM) movement, and author of the groundbreaking book Consciousness Is All There Is. Together, they explore the profound impact of unde…
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In this episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, host Chris Schembra sits down with Ash Shehata, Chief Information Officer of AHMC Healthcare System, to explore the intersection of leadership, adaptability, and human connection. Ash shares the story of a life-changing health crisis that transformed his perspective on healthcare and leadership, lead…
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Francesco Pastore: Failure is Not the Devil
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42:36In this episode of "Gratitude Through Hard Times," host Chris Schembra welcomes Francesco Pastore, the Chief Marketing & Sales Officer and Corporate Communication Director of the global paper leader, Sofidel. Francesco discusses the concept of a "portfolio career," emphasizing the importance of diverse experiences, continuous learning, and adaptabi…
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Episode 61 - A Read-Through of the Book of 2 Peter
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11:10We're taking a break before we jump back into our study of the Church to spend some time just soaking in the Word. Join us as we do a read-through of the book of 2 Peter without breaks or commentary, and let yourself listen and hear the Word as the early church would have! We hope you'll be uplifted and encouraged by what the Bible has to say and t…
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In this episode of "Gratitude Through Hard Times," host Chris Schembra welcomes Steve Tcherchian, Chief Product Officer and Chief Information Security Officer at XY Pro, to discuss the profound impact of gratitude, resilience, and vulnerability in leadership. The conversation begins with Steve’s journey through the competitive cybersecurity industr…
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Episode 60 - A Read-Through of the Book of 1 Peter
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19:26We're taking a break before we jump back into our study of the Church to spend some time just soaking in the Word. Join us as we do a read-through of the book of 1 Peter without breaks or commentary, and let yourself listen and hear the Word as the early church would have! We hope you'll be uplifted and encouraged by what the Bible has to say and t…
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In this episode of "Gratitude Through Hard Times," Chris Schembra welcomes Elaine Knight, the Chief People Officer at Behavioral Health Link. Elaine shares her journey and insights on creating a positive and supportive work culture in the behavioral health sector. The conversation delves into the importance of gratitude, mindfulness, and empathy in…
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Episode 59 - The Church: What is Biblical Church Leadership?
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1:03:29Join us as we jump into Ecclesiology (the study of the Church!) and define terms, pour over scripture, and discern what is cultural and what is doctrinal regarding the Body of Christ! I hope you're ready to be challenged in your thinking as we explore these topics together. We'll get into the Word and consider these things and what it means for our…
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Episode 58 - The Church: What Jesus Thinks About It
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1:10:20Join us as we jump into Ecclesiology (the study of the Church!) and define terms, pour over scripture, and discern what is cultural and what is doctrinal regarding the Body of Christ! I hope you're ready to be challenged in your thinking as we explore these topics together. We'll get into the Word and consider these things and what it means for our…
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Episode 57 - The Church: Doctrine vs. Conviction vs. Preference
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51:19Join us as we jump into Ecclesiology (the study of the Church!) and define terms, pour over scripture, and discern what is cultural and what is doctrinal regarding the Body of Christ! I hope you're ready to be challenged in your thinking as we explore these topics together. We'll get into the Word and consider these things and what it means for our…
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Episode 56 - A Read-Through of the Book of Ephesians
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20:59We're taking a break before we jump back into Theology Proper to spend some time just soaking in the Word. Join us as we do a read-through of the book of Ephesians without breaks or commentary, and let yourself listen and hear the Word as the early church would have! We hope you'll be uplifted and encouraged by what the Bible has to say and that yo…
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Episode 55 - A Read-Through of the Book of Colossians
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14:55We're taking a break before we jump back into Theology Proper to spend some time just soaking in the Word. Join us as we do a read-through of the book of Colossians without breaks or commentary, and let yourself listen and hear the Word as the early church would have! We hope you'll be uplifted and encouraged by what the Bible has to say and that y…
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Episode 54 - A Read-Through of the Book of Galatians
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23:20We're taking a break before we jump back into Theology Proper to spend some time just soaking in the Word. Join us as we do a read-through of the book of Galatians without breaks or commentary, and let yourself listen and hear the Word as the early church would have! We hope you'll be uplifted and encouraged by what the Bible has to say and that yo…
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Episode 53 - A Vibrant, Relational Walk with Jesus - Redemptive Relationships pt. 15
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1:20:53If we as followers of Christ are all called to discipleship (Titus 2; 2 Timothy 2:1-2; John 13:34-35; 15:16-17; Colossians 1:28-29; Hebrews 3:12-14), are we being obedient in that most basic calling? In this last installment of our Redemptive Relationships series, we'll be learning the most essential aspect of Discipleship - How to seek after Chris…
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Episode 52 - "Investing in Difficult People" Discipleship Case Study #5 - Redemptive Relationships pt. 14
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1:07:10If we as followers of Christ are all called to discipleship (Titus 2; 2 Timothy 2:1-2; John 13:34-35; 15:16-17; Colossians 1:28-29; Hebrews 3:12-14), are we being obedient in that most basic calling? In our new series, Redemptive Relationships, we'll be learning why we are to pursue them, the unique strengths and weaknesses we share as women regard…
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Episode 51 - A Read-Through of the Book of Ruth
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15:58We're taking a break from our Redemptive Relationships Series to spend some time just soaking in the Word. Join us as we do a read-through of the book of Ruth without breaks or commentary, and let yourself listen and hear the Word as the early church would have! We hope you'll be uplifted and encouraged by what the Bible has to say and that you'll …
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In this conversation, Chris Schembra interviews Enrico Galasso, the CEO of Peroni, an iconic Italian beer brand. They discuss Enrico's new book, “Per I Prossimi 175 Anni”, the importance of empathy and meaningful connections in leadership, and the challenges and opportunities of managing a brand with a long history. Enrico emphasizes the need for l…
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Episode 50 - "Reverse Discipleship Cont." Discipleship Case Study #4 - Redemptive Relationships pt. 13
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59:24If we as followers of Christ are all called to discipleship (Titus 2; 2 Timothy 2:1-2; John 13:34-35; 15:16-17; Colossians 1:28-29; Hebrews 3:12-14), are we being obedient in that most basic calling? In our new series, Redemptive Relationships, we'll be learning why we are to pursue them, the unique strengths and weaknesses we share as women regard…
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Episode 49 - "Reverse Discipleship" Discipleship Case Study #4 - Redemptive Relationships pt. 12
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52:01If we as followers of Christ are all called to discipleship (Titus 2; 2 Timothy 2:1-2; John 13:34-35; 15:16-17; Colossians 1:28-29; Hebrews 3:12-14), are we being obedient in that most basic calling? In our new series, Redemptive Relationships, we'll be learning why we are to pursue them, the unique strengths and weaknesses we share as women regard…
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Episode 48 - "God Looks on the Heart" Discipleship Case Study #3 - Redemptive Relationships pt. 11
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57:04If we as followers of Christ are all called to discipleship (Titus 2; 2 Timothy 2:1-2; John 13:34-35; 15:16-17; Colossians 1:28-29; Hebrews 3:12-14), are we being obedient in that most basic calling? In our new series, Redemptive Relationships, we'll be learning why we are to pursue them, the unique strengths and weaknesses we share as women regard…
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Episode 47 - A Read-Through of the Book of Philippians
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19:39We're taking a break from our Redemptive Relationships Series to spend some time just soaking in the Word. Join us as we do a read-through of the book of Philippians without breaks or commentary, and let yourself listen and hear the Word as the early church would have! We hope you'll be uplifted and encouraged by what the Bible has to say and that …
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Episode 46 - "When to Cut Ties" Discipleship Case Study #2 - Redemptive Relationships pt. 10
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1:11:02If we as followers of Christ are all called to discipleship (Titus 2; 2 Timothy 2:1-2; John 13:34-35; 15:16-17; Colossians 1:28-29; Hebrews 3:12-14), are we being obedient in that most basic calling? In our new series, Redemptive Relationships, we'll be learning why we are to pursue them, the unique strengths and weaknesses we share as women regard…
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Episode 45 - "Dealing with Their Sin" Discipleship Case Study #1 - Redemptive Relationships pt. 9
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1:01:27If we as followers of Christ are all called to discipleship (Titus 2; 2 Timothy 2:1-2; John 13:34-35; 15:16-17; Colossians 1:28-29; Hebrews 3:12-14), are we being obedient in that most basic calling? In our new series, Redemptive Relationships, we'll be learning why we are to pursue them, the unique strengths and weaknesses we share as women regard…
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Episode 44 - Discipleship Defined - Redemptive Relationships pt. 8
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58:22If we as followers of Christ are all called to discipleship (Titus 2; 2 Timothy 2:1-2; John 13:34-35; 15:16-17; Colossians 1:28-29; Hebrews 3:12-14), are we being obedient in that most basic calling? In our new series, Redemptive Relationships, we'll be learning why we are to pursue them, the unique strengths and weaknesses we share as women regard…
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Episode 43 - How We Really Grow - Redemptive Relationships pt. 7
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52:07If we as followers of Christ are all called to discipleship (Titus 2; 2 Timothy 2:1-2; John 13:34-35; 15:16-17; Colossians 1:28-29; Hebrews 3:12-14), are we being obedient in that most basic calling? In our new series, Redemptive Relationships, we'll be learning why we are to pursue them, the unique strengths and weaknesses we share as women regard…
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In this episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, we're thrilled to welcome Lisa Besserman, a luminary in both the technology and venture capital worlds. Lisa, the Founder of Startup Buenos Aires—which was successfully acquired—has made remarkable strides in the tech industry, earning her a spot among Business Insider's "Top 100 Most Influential Wom…
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