The Women On Top
HELLO, Gorgeous.
Welcome to The Women On Top — the mentorship podcast you’ve always wanted, designed by women, for women.
Here, we’re not about competition; we’re about collaboration. This is where female leaders, rising disruptors, and bold changemakers pull back the curtain and share the lessons, the failures, and the breakthroughs that shaped them.
Think unfiltered wisdom, candid conversations, and the kind of advice you’d only get if you were sitting across from them over coffee—or champagne.
From boardrooms to startups, side hustles to personal reinventions, we’re learning directly from women who are rewriting what leadership looks like. They’re not gatekeeping; they’re handing you the playbook.
So, if you’ve ever wished for a mentor in your ear—someone who gets it, who’s been there, and who isn’t afraid to tell it like it is—this is your podcast.
Grab your espresso, adjust your heels, and let’s strut to the top—because we don’t just break glass ceilings, we own the skyline.
>Disclaimer: No actual glass ceilings were harmed in the making of this podcast… yet!
The Women On Top
Mandy Schell: We're Over-Networked and Underconnected: Why Proximity Matters the Most!
In this conversation, Mandy Schell, founder of the Pacific Northwest Women's Network, shares her journey of empowering women through community and connection. She discusses the transformative power of saying yes to new opportunities, the importance of creating a welcoming space for women to connect, and the impact of her events on attendees' lives. Mandy emphasizes the shift from traditional networking to building genuine relationships and proximity, and she reflects on the challenges and lessons learned in event planning. Her insights on leadership, financial transparency, and the future of her network inspire listeners to embrace their own journeys of growth and connection.
To every woman who craves meaningful, in-person experiences — LIVE is Mandy's signature annual gathering centered on deep connection, powerful visibility, and building the rooms we all deserve!
- Tickets to PNW LIVE 2026! January 23, 2026 Tacoma, WA: https://www.pnwwomensnetwork.com/tickets?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAae2tb7WFYi1iIdmSvmVagAMVtQeJ5zhvXyLGM6d6mSDTkKOM64TuvhCGJLC2w_aem_K2ioBPgimHER9oM-G1iDvg
Chapters
00:00 Empowering Women Through Community
03:02 The Catalyst for Change
06:00 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Opportunity
09:05 The Impact of Connection
11:55 Creating an Ecosystem of Support
14:58 Building Relationships and Authenticity
17:55 Lessons from the First Event
20:51 The Journey of Event Planning
23:54 The Purpose Beyond Profit
26:33 Creating Meaningful Connections
27:39 Dreams and Aspirations in Event Planning
29:20 The Joy of Dressing Up and Community
30:58 Challenges in Event Sponsorship
33:20 Strategies for Securing Sponsors
35:32 Handling Unexpected Challenges
38:36 The Importance of a Supportive Team
40:21 Evolving Membership Models
42:57 Creating Fun and Engaging Events
45:25 Empowering Women Through Strength and Leadership
Connect with Mandy:
- Tickets to LIVE 2026! https://www.pnwwomensnetwork.com/tickets?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAae2tb7WFYi1iIdmSvmVagAMVtQeJ5zhvXyLGM6d6mSDTkKOM64TuvhCGJLC2w_aem_K2ioBPgimHER9oM-G1iDvg
- PNW Women's Network: https://www.pnwwomensnetwork.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsmandyschell/?hl=en
Connect with The Women On Top:
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- Website: https://thewomenontop.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thewomenontop
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