Kick-Ass Women of the Carolinas features dynamic, deeply connecting conversations with phenomenal women who are reshaping the narrative of success for women and girls of the Carolinas. Betsy Fleming, South Carolina native, museum director, college president and executive coach, dives in with these powerhouse women to understand how they navigate work and life on their own terms, with authenticity and without apology. Tune in to discover new role models and gain inspiration.
Kristi Coleman is CEO of Tepper Entertainment and Sports and president of the Carolina Panthers. She leads in a way that is easy to feel and hard to copy.
In this episode, Kristi walks us through her early career, the imposter syndrome that almost kept her on the sideline, and the advice from her mother that changed her trajectory.
She shares why taking the CEO job felt less intimidating than saying yes to being CFO, and what it's like to cheer for the place you work every Sunday. She discusses checking in with her tribe before big decisions, riding the wave of wins and losses, and pairing kindness with direct feedback.
Kristi prefers to observe, listen, and reflect rather than pretend she can control everything.
We also get into the new historic stadium renovation, why a mint might actually make you smarter, and what it means to love the Carolinas as a place to live, play, and raise a family.
Don't miss this amazing conversation that will have you cheering for the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC, and especially their CEO!
Find Kristi @ Tepper Sports & Entertainment LinkedIn.
Find us on Instagram @cressence.co,
LinkedIn @BetsyFleming
or the web www.cressence.co.
16 Jun 2026
Michelle Tunno Buelow
In this episode, we sit down with Michelle Tunno Buelow, founder of Bella Tunno, to explore how she transformed a personal tragedy into a global mission of impact.
From donating over 15 million meals to navigating the complexities of entrepreneurialism, Michelle shares her journey of building a brand that matches her "heart mission" with her business goals.
Join us to learn how her life and her success have been shaped by being "a student of the storm," embracing the concept of "bothness," and an openness to the transformative power of "flowerpot moments."
Michelle is an inspiring model for how to bridge purpose, passion, and perseverance to achieve extraordinary things!
Find Michelle on Instagram @michelletbuelow or @bellatunno, LinkedIn @michelletunnobuelow or the web www.bellatunno.com.
Find us on Instagram @cressence.co, LinkedIn @BetsyFleming or the web www.cressence.co.
14 Apr 2026
Dr. Tonya Matthews
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Tonya Matthews, CEO of the International African American Museum, a powerhouse bioengineer and a recognized poet.
Together, we discuss how being kick-ass is all about "weathering the storm" and how she balances high-level intellectual drive with a deep-seated need for unifying communities.
Highlights include the power of complexity, the distinctions of leading in the unique cultural landscape of the Carolinas, and her strategy of prioritizing values to find common ground.
From "rest on the run" as the secret to resilience to the importance of having your own shade of lipstick, Dr. Matthews offers a blueprint for visionary leadership and authentic living.
Find Dr. Matthews on LinkedIn @tonya-m-matthews.
Find us on Instagram @cressence.co,
LinkedIn @BetsyFleming
or the web www.cressence.co.
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