45 - Championing Children and Community with Stephanie Spires

45 - Championing Children and Community with Stephanie Spires

Author: Kris Castle June 23, 2026 Duration: 29:49
Stephanie Spires, CEO of Spires Strategies, shares about her journey in business, passion for advocating for children and families, and balancing life as a single mother of five. Stephanie shares insights on her unique business model that supports both families—especially executive mothers—and schools, her perspective on educational advocacy and trauma-informed practices, as well as her candidacy for LFUCG Council-At-Large. Topics include overcoming imposter syndrome, navigating the challenges of scaling a business, finding harmony amid chaos, the importance of community support in education, and her advice on embracing lifelong learning and resilience. Stephanie Spires welcomes listeners to reach out via her website, spirestrategies.com, campaign website stephaniespires.com, or social media for guidance or support.

Kris Castle hosts Boss Babes of the Bluegrass, a series of conversations that feel more like a coffee chat with a friend than a formal interview. Each episode sits down with a different woman who has carved out her own version of success right here in Central Kentucky. The focus isn't just on professional accolades, though you'll hear plenty about that; it's about the real, often messy, journey of building a career while building a life. You'll listen to stories about the late nights, the tough decisions, the unexpected pivots, and the small victories that define the path. This podcast digs into the practicalities and the personal philosophies that these local leaders use to navigate their worlds. It’s for anyone curious about how other women are stitching together ambition, community, and personal well-being into something that works for them. Tune in for genuine dialogue that offers both inspiration and tangible takeaways, reminding you that work-life harmony is a personal composition, not a prescribed formula.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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