We're celebrating 100 episodes and two years of Happenstance with a Hot Ones style interview!My brother, Tom, joins me in this episode to enjoy some hot wings, answer some questions, and to celebrate two years and 100 episodes of Happenstance. let's see where happenstance and a few hot wings takes us...Let's Connect:@HappenstanceThePodcast@CareerCoachCassieHappenstance the Playlist

Rosie Zilinskas is the inspirational force behind the groundbreaking “No Woman Left Behind” brand, empowering ambitious women to confidently advance their corporate careers and significantly close the gender gap in the workplace.As an experienced Certified High-Performance Coach and bestselling co-author of “Engaging Speakers - Voices of Truth”, Rosie provides guidance, education, and mentoring support through her podcast, career-building services, group forums and consultations – all with a ...

Dr. Patricia Burlaud is a dynamic executive coach, Founder, and Chief Reinvention Officer at P. Burlaud Consulting LLC. Her journey from CERN physicist to a leader in global academia underpins her unique coaching approach. She excels in empowering top-tier leaders and entrepreneurs, honing their leadership and resilience. In addition, as the current Chair of the Research and Grants Team for 100 Women Strong, Dr. Burlaud is pivotal in advancing women's education and leadership in Central Flori...

Linda H. Yates, The Image Energizer, has more than 25 years of experience in leadership, personal image, training, sales, customer service, marketing, business development, project management and fund raising. Linda has spoken on topics such as leadership, personal branding, team building, customer service, personal development and growth, business marketing and communication. Linda has written for national publications on a variety of topics. Linda is a highly sought after consultant for a v...

Ilana is a very proud New Yorker. Though she holds two business degrees from Pace University and Binghamton University, she has always had a deep love of art. She wrote When I Became Light to chronicle her own coming of age in the city she loves most, in hopes of being the example she needed growing up. She is passionate about learning and the magic of making things happen for yourself, and is a sucker for a sunset. Ilana believes that poetry is for all to enjoy. In today's episode we dive in...

Looking at the positive side of the timing, opportunities, and even of failures is the core of today's episode with Philip Wilkerson. We dive into Philip's own career path, the importance of celebrating accomplishments while also recognizing failures, we discuss building resiliency and the responsibility that we all have to pay it forward . Let's see where happenstance takes us... Philip Wilkerson is an Employer Engagement Consultant at GMU Career Services. In this role, he serves as a l...

Potentially the most requested happenstance guest of all time, the one the only Steve Rutherford is joining us to share his happenstance story. Steve is a general manager, trivia host, lover of cats, golf, and good times. In today's episode we dive into Steve's career history, how his involvement in college, the pandemic, and a love of people has led him to where he is now. Let's see where happenstance takes us...Let's Connect:@HappenstanceThePodcast@CareerCoachCassieHappenstance th...

An episode full of celebrations, laughter, and one that's bound to make you hungry.Today on Happenstance we are talking Elizbeth and Nisreen from Creme De Liqueur, Liquor-infused ice cream custard made with local ingredients and distilled spirits. What started as different family traditions led to testing recipes in a college residence hall and then to 2021 when Creme De Liqueur was officially launched. Join Elizabeth and Nisreen as we dive into all the behind the scenes of Creme D...

From pursuing a career in pharmacy to becoming a professional tie dye artist, Joshua Hudson joins us to share all of the happenstance moments, creative pursuits, and colors that led him here. It's a happenstance story about creativity, creating unique opportunities, navigating loss, and so much more. Let's see where happenstance takes us...Joshua Hudson is a professional multi-media artist specializing in tie dye. He creates unique wearable art and decor using advanced tie dye technique ...

What started as an Instagram account full of plant tips and tricks, has blossomed into a full-blown business for Maryah Greene of Greene Piece. Maryah has established her position as New York’s go-to plant stylist following appearances and features in The New York Times, Vogue, Good Morning America and more. With a background in education Maryah is no stranger to making a pivot, following opportunity, and to cultivating green spaces wherever she can. Maryah's best kept secret for 3 year...

A single moment can alter the course of our lives. That's happenstance and that's the essence of Nolan Sponsler's career. As a master goldsmith and jewelry artist, Nolan shares the twists, turns, and tales behind his career, his affinity for sapphires, and how transitioned from showcasing creations on Instagram to becoming the proud owner of a jewelry store in Connecticut. The world of jewelry and gemstone isn't just about the shimmer; it's about the resilience and tenacity required to ...

Art mimics life and this podcast episode is celebrating all things love, books, and diving into creative outlets. Kim, KC Leonard, joins us to talk about BookTok and its role in catapulting lesser-known books to fame, the romance genre of books, and her own writing career. We dive into the stigma attached to romance novels and their perceived link to unrealistic relationship expectations and the reality that not only does art mimic life but that romance novels are also an op...

BONUS BIRTHDAY EPISODE!! It's February 20th and we are celebrating in the happenstance studio!Cassie is joined by a long time family friend, Alan Kamman. On this bonus birthday episode Cassie and Al sit down to talk about birthdays, dive into Al's career working with Appalachian Mountain Club, REI, and as a high school guidance counselor, and reminisce about Al's 2016 Appalachian Trail thru-hiking adventure. Let's see where happenstance and a birthday celebration takes u...

After buying a camera on a whim in 2019, Marissa Prata hasn't stopped taking photos. With a unique idea and a virtual TikTok Marissa became known for creating an alternative to the dating and apps and using photography as a way to set up two strangers. In addition to stranger sessions, Marissa also specializes in boudoir photography, working with clients to creating comfort and empowerment as she photographs different phases of life. Originally from New Hampshire, Mari...

Dating doesn't have to suck. In fact, building a confident and joyful dating life is the focus of Lily Womble's work with Date Brazen. Lily is on a mission to break dumb dating rules, to reset the download and delete cycle, and to help others find their most joyful, confident dating lives.In this episode we dive into the misconception around being deemed "too much" and dive into the power of seeking out what you want through the "Thank you, more please" approach. let's see where ha...

Many people blame themselves that they can’t make friends or find people to nurture their spirit, yet they don’t realize that making quality connections is a skill that is not often taught. Coach Lee Hopkins joins us on Happenstance to talk about building authentic friends, the importances of vulnerability in close friendships, the different tiers of friendships and how our history, habits and hobbies impacts the connections that we have. Coach Lee Hopkins who is a Social Connections & Bu...

Sometimes our career paths come down to those small moments. A note on a homework assignment. An invitation to an event. A google search. Nicole Elliott is a conversion copywriter & messaging strategist who specializes in human-sounding, non-salesy sales copy for entrepreneurs. She began her writing career in academia, but got sick of its painfully dry, stuffy, drained-of-all-personality approach to writing.After a brief detour into teaching ESL, she found copywriting (and the chance to w...

We've all been there: it's raining, you have somewhere to go, you grab an umbrella and 2.2 seconds later your umbrella is inside out, broken, or just not doing its job to keep you dry. This was Deirdre's experience. Between that and watching a documentary on ocean plastic Dri Umbrellas was born. Let's see where happenstance takes us...Deirdre Horan is the founder and CEO of Dri. Dri is addressing the ocean plastic crisis by building a line of durable, eco-friendly rain umbrellas from recycled...

Inspiration is everywhere, that's how author, writer, and writing coach Sally Lotz approaches her everyday life. Sally's story is one of numerous happenstance moments, career changes, and of course, inspiration. Let's see where Happenstance takes us...Sally, once a writer trapped in the body of an accountant - is a children’s author, writing coach, and mentor. Her fourth book, The Truth is Lie, a young adult novel, came out in May of 2023 and is based on her true-life experiences of growing u...

Imagine a year from now, the start of another new year, except this time it feels different. Your mindset has changed, your limiting beliefs are gone, you feel empowered, excited, unstoppable. Nicole Majik is an accomplished leadership and empowerment strategist and educator with a diverse background in Biology, Chemistry, Metaphysics and Finance. She awakens your true potential by permanently erasing limiting beliefs and showing you how to live a life you deserve without compromising who you...