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The Leadership
Cafe Podcast.

Where you can tune in for:

industry insights

candid conversations

bite sized strategies

The Leadership Cafe Podcast is where experts and marketing leaders in nonprofits, rural health, and small businesses gather to brew bold ideas for leading with confidence and making real impact.

Hosted by Marketing Strategist and CEO, Sally Mildren.

New episodes every other week on Apple, Spotify and YouTube.

Whether you're a solo marketer or part of a small team, pull up a chair... your community is here.

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Hi there,

I’m Sally Mildren

After decades in the industry, it’s time to give back to others.

As a professional and an agency owner, I’ve seen a lot of small businesses and small teams get sold “silver bullets” that promise to solve all their promises.

I’ve also seen many marketers not getting the credit they need and deserve in their own organizations.

The Leadership Cafe was built to support these very people. Teaching them vital leadership skills, how to demonstrate their value, improve their craft and elevate their marketing.

Every other week industry experts will help walk with you on the journey.

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We know that marketing can be a steep learning curve, but with the right tools and support, you can navigate it like a pro. Our goal is to serve you up fresh insights, expert advice, and actionable strategies to take your brand to the next level.

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team member:

Kaytie

TITLE: Marketing Operations Lead

LOCATION: Spokane, WA

FAV THING ABOUT MY JOB: That “aha” moment when I find the most efficient solution to a client’s problem.
MY COFFEE SHOP ORDER: Iced latte with honey & cinnamon
A FUN FACT ABOUT ME: I play Dungeons and Dragons with my husband and our friends. I also enjoy creating custom cakes for friends and family.
MOST DAYS YOU CAN FIND ME: Spending time with my husband & our four daughters, reading a good book, or planning the next garden project.

team member:

Laura

TITLE: Marketing Operations

LOCATION: Colorado

FAV THING ABOUT MY JOB: Creating trackable solutions that show tangible results.
MY COFFEE SHOP ORDER: Drip coffee or a plain latte
A FUN FACT ABOUT ME: I hiked the Pacific Crest Trail
MOST DAYS YOU CAN FIND ME: Playing with my daughter, running a local trail, or sipping coffee at home.

team member:

Jenna

TITLE: Marketing Specialist
LOCATION: Indianapolis, IN
FAV THING ABOUT MY JOB: I love that every day is totally different! I love interacting with clients and learning more about what they do!
MY COFFEE SHOP ORDER: Caramel macchiato or iced matcha
A FUN FACT ABOUT ME: I am learning Spanish…on my way to being bilingual. I also have no cousins lol!
MOST DAYS YOU CAN FIND ME: Outside of work, you can find me roaming a local art museum, hosting a gathering of people, or thrifing with a takeaway coffee!

team member:

Rachael

TITLE: Social Media Specialist
LOCATION: Knoxville, TN

FAV THING ABOUT MY JOB: Helping our clients reach the right audiences brings me so much joy.

MY COFFEE SHOP ORDER: Right now it’s a hot london fog, but typically a latte with no flavor.
A FUN FACT ABOUT ME: I am fluent in Spanish and lived in Mexico for many years.
MOST DAYS YOU CAN FIND ME: Doing something active! Whether its pilates, run club, a cycle class, or a long walk with a friend.

team member:

Alyssa

TITLE: Copywriter

LOCATION: New Jersey

FAV THING ABOUT MY JOB: Translating what people say into what they meant to say

MY COFFEE SHOP ORDER: Unsweetened iced herbal tea
A FUN FACT ABOUT ME: I’m a wilderness medic
MOST DAYS YOU CAN FIND ME: Pursuing more education or at the gym.

team member:

Sally

TITLE: CEO + Chief Strategist
LOCATION: Santa Fe, New Mexico
FAV THING ABOUT MY JOB: Helping clients connect the dots of their strategy for maximum impact.
MY COFFEE SHOP ORDER: Spiced Chai Latte with Oat Milk
A FUN FACT ABOUT ME: I’m a twin, youngest of 8. I won a karaoke contest at work in Maui and placed 2nd for the all island finals.
MOST DAYS YOU CAN FIND ME: Gardening, cooking/baking, anything creative (sewing, crafts, decor, etc.) and hiking or walking.

team member:

Kenzie

TITLE: Creative + Strategic Content Lead

LOCATION: Baja California, Mexico

FAV THING ABOUT MY JOB: I love creative projects that push me to think differently, crafting strategic campaigns that make a real impact for our clients and their audiences.
MY COFFEE SHOP ORDER: A Cortado or Flat White
A FUN FACT ABOUT ME: I’m a born-and-raised Canadian, but have called Mexico home-base for the past 10 years. In my early twenties, I spent most of my time traveling the world, exploring and living in 27 countries (and counting!).
MOST DAYS YOU CAN FIND ME: Outside of work, you’ll usually find me: on long walks, playing pickleball, cooking up something new in the kitchen, scheming home projects, or hosting dinner parties…and can’t forget the revolving door of new hobbies and sports I hyper-fixate on. (Mastering it for a few months before moving on to the next thing.)

team member:

Kenzie

LOCATION: Baja California, Mexico

FAV THING ABOUT MY JOB: I love creative projects that push me to think differently, crafting strategic campaigns that make a real impact for our clients and their audiences.

MY COFFEE SHOP ORDER: A Cortado or Flat White
AN INTERESTING FACT ABOUT ME: I’m a born-and-raised Canadian, but have called Mexico home-base for the past 10 years. In my early twenties, I spent most of my time traveling the world, exploring and living in 27 countries (and counting!).
MOST DAYS YOU CAN FIND ME: Outside of work, you’ll usually find me: on long walks, playing pickleball, cooking up something new in the kitchen, scheming home projects, or hosting dinner parties…and can’t forget the revolving door of new hobbies and sports I hyper-fixate on. (Mastering it for a few months before moving on to the next thing.)