Inspiring Women Podcast Episode 84
Celebrating Vision: The 2025 NAWBO Honorees – Part 1
Welcome to the first part of our special Visionary Awards series, where we celebrate incredible women who have successfully scaled their businesses and turned their visions into reality. In this episode, I’m joined by two remarkable guests: Jill Frey, President and CEO of Cummins Facility Services, and Purba Majumder, the inspiring immigrant founder and CEO of Cybervation Inc. Both of these women were fellow finalists with me for the NAWBO Columbus Visionary Award, and their journeys are filled with powerful lessons.
We dive into what it truly takes to scale a company, exploring the winding path to becoming a visionary. We open up about the challenges we’ve faced and the proudest moments along the way. Most importantly, we discuss the vital role of the people who support us. This episode is for every woman in business—whether you’re the one with the big idea or the one making things happen behind the scenes. Join us for an honest and inspiring conversation about the power of teamwork, practical wisdom, and how we can continue to lift each other up.
Betty’s Show Notes
The Power of Teamwork in Achieving a Vision: “Both roles are as important as the other, because if the visionary has to do everything herself or himself, they’re probably not going to make it happen.” – Betty Collins
I’m so excited to bring you part one of our special Visionary Awards series, where we honor incredible women who have scaled their businesses and brought their visions to life. Today, I’m joined by two outstanding guests—Jill Frey, president and CEO of Cummins Facility Services, and Purba Majumder, an inspiring immigrant founder and CEO of Cybervation Inc., both of whom were finalists alongside me for the NAWBO Columbus Visionary Award.
In this episode, we share our personal stories about what it really takes to scale a company, the winding journey of becoming a visionary, and why the people who support us along the way are just as important as the vision itself. We open up about our challenges, our proudest moments, and the vital roles of those who stand beside us—whether they’re cheering us on, pouring into our growth, or simply helping us keep going.
If you’re a woman in business—whether you see yourself as a visionary or you’re the one making things happen behind the scenes—there’s something here for you. Join us for honest conversations, practical wisdom, and a big dose of inspiration from women who understand what it takes. Let’s keep lifting each other up and helping one another rise.
Here are my top 3 takeaways for anyone passionate about leadership, growth, and supporting women in business:
Scaling is a journey, not a sprint
We emphasize that true success doesn’t happen overnight. Steady, thoughtful scaling, supported by a strong team, is the sustainable path forward.
Visionaries aren’t alone
Whether you are the one with the big dream, or the one who supports that dream, both roles are vital. Community, mentors, and even those who “put up with” your quirks help turn vision into reality.
Celebrating and elevating others multiplies impact
The stories from the NAWBO Visionary Awards remind me how group celebrations, meaningful connections, and championing others’ successes fuel long-term growth for all.
Inspiring Moments
00:00 Scaling Visionary Women
04:59 Grateful for NAWBO Visionary Award
06:31 Trailblazer Staffing & Bistro ux Ventures
10:25 Nabo’s Impact on My Journey
13:27 “Guiding Through Support and Wisdom”
19:09 Supporting Fellow Entrepreneurs
22:23 Founding Cool Tech Girls
24:43 Collective Support Fuels Cool Tech Girls
28:43 Women Supporting Visionary Women
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Hosted by Betty Collins, CPA, and Director at Brady Ware. Betty also serves as the Committee Chair for Empowering Women, and Director of the Brady Ware Women’s Initiative. Each episode is presented by Brady Ware, committed to empowering women to go their distance in the workplace and at home. For more information, visit Brady Ware.
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