6 - Empowerment, Mentorship, and Shelter: Heather Johnson’s Story and The Gathering Place

6 - Empowerment, Mentorship, and Shelter: Heather Johnson’s Story and The Gathering Place

Author: Kris Castle October 22, 2024 Duration: 37:50
Join us as we chat with Heather Johnson, Executive Director of The Gathering Place Mission in Georgetown, KY. Discover her journey from volunteer to leader, the importance of community support, maintaining work-life balance, and her personal passion projects. Explore more about The Gathering Place's mission and upcoming events at thegatheringplacemission.com or call (502) 570-4711

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: 44

Boss Babes of the Bluegrass
Podcast Episodes
43 - The Executive Method with Amanda Woods Hall [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:36
Amanda Woods Hall is founder of The Executive Method, to explore how embracing your authentic self—and understanding the way your brain works—can transform your life and business. Amanda shared actionable strategies for…
42 - Navigating Law and Life with Judge Lucy VanMeter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:02
Judge Lucy Van Meter shares her inspiring journey from Bourbon County High to becoming Fayette Circuit Court Judge and now running for Kentucky Court of Appeals. We talk about the challenges of making tough decisions, na…
40 - Turning Struggles into Strength with Keary Snapp [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:13
Kris welcomes Keary Snapp to discuss her inspiring 20+ year journey in the health and wellness industry. Keary shares how her career evolved from personal training and figure competitions to massage therapy, functional w…
37 - Adventures with Paws and Pillows w/ Renee Chew [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:54
Renee Chew of Paws and Pillows discusses her inspiring journey from a 35-year corporate career to caring for animals and supporting the local community in Kentucky. Renee shares how her business provides loving care for…
36 - The Power of Self-Care in Marriage with Cristie Cerniglia [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:19
In this episode of Boss Babes of the Bluegrass, Kris Castle sits down with marriage coach Cristie Cerniglia to discuss her journey from homeschooling mom to transformative relationship coach in Nicholasville, Kentucky. C…