From Journalist to Entrepreneur: Ioana Good

From Journalist to Entrepreneur: Ioana Good

Author: Veronica Malolos, CCIM February 17, 2025 Duration: 18:22

In this episode of Women Influencers, I interview Ioana Good, a journalist-turned-entrepreneur who co-founded Find a Rainmaker and Promova, a PR and branding agency. Ioana shares her incredible journey from immigrating to the United States from Romania with her mother and two suitcases to building a thriving career in media, corporate communications, and technology.

Growing up under a communist regime where freedom of speech was restricted, Ioana was drawn to journalism as a way to embrace and protect free expression. She earned a degree in journalism and international affairs from Northeastern University, working for major media outlets such as The Boston Globe, The Orlando Sentinel, and The Boston Phoenix. However, after facing challenges in the newsroom—particularly witnessing gender disparities in field assignments—she transitioned into corporate communications, earning a graduate degree to expand her expertise.

After two decades of working in PR, crisis communications, and branding, Ioana partnered with longtime colleague Adrien Maines to launch Promova, a woman-owned PR and branding agency. Promova, which means “to propel and advance” in both Romanian and Latin, specializes in helping companies leverage technology and data-driven insights to enhance their messaging and strategy. The duo later launched Find a Rainmaker, a software platform designed to analyze behavioral traits that drive business growth.

Ioana's proudest achievement is the internship program she established at Promova, which provides mentorship and career development for students in PR, corporate communication, and legal fields. Having been shaped by the mentorship of others in her own journey, she finds great fulfillment in giving back and helping others launch their careers.

Her advice to aspiring leaders? "You're always going to have challenges, but you just have to remind yourself, what is your mission?”

Connect with Veronica:

https://www.capstackcommercial.com/veronica-malolos-ccim

https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronica-malolos-ccim-401649218/


Connect with Ioana:

https://getpromova.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/promova-llc/

https://www.facebook.com/GetPromova

https://www.instagram.com/getpromova/

https://findarainmaker.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/find-a-rainmaker/

https://www.instagram.com/findarainmaker/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ioanagood/

#womeninbusiness #CRE #commercialrealestate #businesspodcast #realestatepodcast #commercialbroker #entrepreneur #CCIM #journalism #igood


Hosted by Veronica Malolos, CCIM-Founder and CEO of Capital Stack Real Estate Group-the Women Influencers podcast moves beyond surface-level success stories to explore the nuanced realities of leadership, ambition, and personal philosophy. Each conversation delves into the practical strategies and formative experiences of women who have shaped their fields, with a particular lens on business and commercial real estate. These are not just interviews; they are deep dives into the decisions, setbacks, and pivotal moments that define a career. Veronica’s background as an operator in the Greater Orlando market informs a grounded, insightful dialogue that resonates whether you’re building a company, navigating a corporate ladder, or redefining your own path. The discussions naturally span categories from concrete business tactics to broader cultural and societal themes, reflecting the multifaceted lives these influencers lead. This podcast serves as a resource for anyone seeking authentic perspective, emphasizing that influence is cultivated through resilience and insight as much as through achievement. Listen for candid reflections on balancing ambition with life’s other demands, the philosophical underpinnings of a leadership style, and the often-unspoken challenges of carving out space in competitive industries. It’s a series dedicated to amplifying voices that not only succeed but also thoughtfully pave the way for others.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Women Influencers
Podcast Episodes
Liz Landry: From Operator to Owner [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:17
In this episode of Women Influencers, I sit down with Liz Landry, a leadership coach, motivational speaker, and longtime Keller Williams leader who has helped thousands of entrepreneurs and real estate professionals buil…
Choose Yourself: Whitney Voisin on Finding Your Voice [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:03
In this episode, I sit down with Whitney Voisin—better known as Coach Whit—a self-leadership coach and speaker who helps women reclaim their identities, find their voices, and lead their lives with purpose. Whitney share…
Raising an Entrepreneur: Margo Machol Bisnow [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:39
In this episode, I sit down with Margot Machol Bisnow, bestselling author of Raising an Entrepreneur and former commissioner of the Federal Trade Commission. Margot shares what she learned from interviewing successful en…
Michele Richman: Finding the Courage to Tell Your Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:39
In this episode of Women Influencers, I sit down with Michele Richman, Chief People Officer and Lead Coach at Lawline, an online continuing legal education company that began as a television program created by her parent…
Reclaiming Power, Peace, and Happiness with Teri Chilcoat [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:19
In this episode, I sit down with Teri Chilcoat, keynote speaker, author of Surviving the Toxic Workplace: From an HR Insider, and founder of Inner Authority Co., whose story begins in Minnesota, where she grew up with a…
Unapologetic: Cassy Williamson [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:25
In this episode, I sit down with Cassy Williamson, keynote speaker, author, founder of Unapologetic Women, and strategic performance coach at Impact Eighty-Eight, whose story begins as a military kid learning the value o…
Marriage, Money, and Mindset: Julia & Gino Barbaro [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:12
In this episode, I sit down with Julia and Gino Barbaro, life coaches, multifamily real estate investors, and partners in both business and life, whose journey is rooted in faith, family, and a shared commitment to helpi…
Answering My Guests' Questions Part 17 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:02
This week on Women Influencers, we compiled three of the great questions my guests have asked me. I am honored to have the opportunity to chat with amazing, influential women on the podcast and it is always an honor to c…