The Modern Vacationista

On this episode, we sit down with Michele Henry, Founder and CEO of FACE FOUNDRIÉ. Michele shares her entrepreneurial journey with us and her decision to sell her shares in PRIMP, leading her to pursue her passion for FACE FOUNDRIÉ. Learn how this remarkable entrepreneur self-funded and organically grew all her businesses, never relying on debt to achieve her goals. Her strategic insights and unconventional approach to business will leave you inspired and motivated to chase your dreams. Beyond her professional achievements, Michele is a devoted mother of three based in the Twin Cities area. We get a glimpse into her personal life, where she finds balance between family and her entrepreneurial pursuits. Prepare to be captivated by Michele's inspiring journey and gain valuable insights from her experiences. Get ready to be inspired as we delve into the remarkable journey and insights of Michele Henry! We can't wait for you to listen!

On this episode we sit down with Lindsay Bacigalupo, CEO/Owner of Engel & Völkers Minneapolis.  Lindsay gives us an inside look at her incredible journey as a working mom, sharing priceless tips on how to persevere in a career while savoring the joys of motherhood. We take a look at how her daily routine helps her find balance in it all, and how she manages to continue to find sources of inspiration for her success. Plus, she gets real about the unique hurdles she has faced in her business and in her personal life, and how she has worked to overcome them. With her wealth of experience in real estate and in life, Lindsay shares valuable insights into living a life you love, that you won't want to miss! We can't wait for you to listen! 

On this episode we sit down with Bria Hammel, the CEO & Creative Director of Bria Hammel Interiors and Brooke & Lou. She leads a fresh, talented team of women who are dedicated to designing beautiful, inviting homes for clients. For Bria, every project is about creating a home filled with surprising, thoughtful spaces that lead to unexpected moments. She has an incredible eye for detail and has a passion for designing spaces that tell her clients' stories.  Bria's work has been featured in national publications such as Traditional Home, HGTV Magazine, Forbes, Oprah Daily, Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Martha Stewart Living, and as well as many other local magazines. Most recently, Bria was named to Traditional Home's 2022 list of Rising Stars of Design. Her roster of past accomplishments are nothing short of amazing as well – Brooke & Lou's flagship store in Edina, MN received House Beautiful's Best Stores in America 2022, received 2nd place in Sub Zero Wolf's Kitchen Design Contest in the Traditional category in 2019, was a finalist for an international Design Award, was selected as a 2018 Style Spotter for Highpoint Market Authority, and awarded the "Fresh Faces of Design" award in 2015 and 2018 from HGTV.   Bria has been fortunate enough to travel the world, which has given her a unique perspective on how people live, as well as a deep understanding of how different spaces can come together in incredible ways. For Bria, designing beautiful, inviting homes for her clients is her passion but tune in to hear how Bria shares her inspiration behind her business and her tips for designing a beautiful life on your own terms.  Join us as we hear how Bria practices this in her own life but also uses it as a key piece for maintaining a successful career she loves. Plus, you are not going to want to miss Bria's amazing travel tips!  We can't wait for you to listen! 

On this episode we sit down with Whitney Schutt, Founder of Whit Design, NFL Cheerleading Captain, & one of our inspiring best friends! As an entrepreneur, recently leaving the corporate world to pave her own path, Whitney shares with us the journey & challenges she went through in coming to this decision & how she determined the right time to pivot her career. Join us as we learn how Whitney manages to balance it all, while giving herself grace along the way, and the tips she has for other women looking to create a life & career they truly love.  We can't wait for you to listen to this inspiring episode!

On this episode we sit down with Tami Wegwerth, President of At Home Apartments.  From personal experience, Tami shares the impact your mindset can have on your life & how we can proactively use our thoughts to shift your reality & create a life you truly love.  Join us as we hear how Tami practices this in her own life but also uses it as a key thread for leading those in her company.  We can't wait for you to listen!

Join us for a fun solo episode as we share our favorite products & a few laughs!  Here are links to the products shared on this episode: Noy Skincare | Living Libations - Best Skin Ever Seabuckthorn Link to Purchase: https://shop.noyskincare.com/products/best-skin-ever-seabuckthorn How To Oil Cleanse Properly - Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aexO7VCi_ic Bobbi Brown | Vitamin Enriched Face Base Link to Purchase: https://www.sephora.com/product/vitamin-enriched-face-base-P270594 Bobbi Brown | Vitamin Enriched Eye Base Link to Purchase: https://www.sephora.com/product/bobbi-brown-vitamin-enriched-eye-base-P462339 TAN-LUXE | THE WATER Hydrating Self-Tan Water Link to Purchase: https://www.sephora.com/product/the-water-hydrating-self-tan-water-P424985 LUX UNFILTERED | N°32 HYDRATING SELF-TANNING CREAM Link to Purchase: https://luxunfiltered.com/products/self-tanning-cream Hourglass Cosmetics | Ambient Lighting Bronzer Link to Purchase: https://www.hourglasscosmetics.com/collections/makeup-collections-ambient-collection/products/ambient-lighting-bronzer Hourglass Cosmetics | Vanish Airbrush Concealer Link to Purchase: https://www.hourglasscosmetics.com/collections/makeup-complexion-concealer/products/vanish-airbrush-concealer Native Coconut & Vanilla Natural Deodorant for Women Link to Purchase: https://www.target.com/p/native-coconut-38-vanilla-natural-deodorant-for-women-2-65oz/-/A-75567578 Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder Light Catcher Link to Purchase: https://www.sephora.com/product/laura-mercier-translucent-loose-setting-powder-light-catcher-P475572?skuId=2469948 MAËLYS Cosmetics | B-TIGHT Lift & Firm Booty Mask Link to Purchase: https://www.maelyscosmetics.com/body/b-tight MAËLYS Cosmetics | GET-SPRUNG Enriched Stretch Mark Oil Link to Purchase: https://www.maelyscosmetics.com/body/get-sprung SNOW LED Electric Toothbrush Link to Purchase: https://www.amazon.com/SNOW-LED-Electric-Toothbrush-Technology/dp/B09MDMJLZX FACE FOUNDRIÉ | Gua Sha Stone Link to Purchase: https://www.facefoundrie.com/product/gua-sha-stone/  We hope you'll join us and share your favorites with us too! DM us @TheModernVacationista on Instagram with your go-to products, we can't wait to try them!  Happy self-care! 

On this episode we sit down with Julie Nelson, Television Anchor for Kare 11 News & one of our amazingly talented friends & role models.  As a public figure, wife, & proud mama of two, Julie knows a thing or two about work-life balance & the importance of staying true to your authentic self  in order to share the best version of yourself with your family & your career.   Join us as we dive into how Julie has mastered her career while continually looking to learn from others, has balanced raising her family while remaining on the evening news, & how she continues to set herself up for success through faith.  We can't wait for you to listen in!

Join us as we sit down with Laura Cashill, Director of Design Partnerships at Target and one of our amazingly inspiring friends.  As a wife, mother of four, and an impressive 27+ year career bringing to life Target's "limited" time partnership collections with an array of designers/artists, Laura brings us through how she balances it all while fueling her passion for travel. Join us as we hear how Laura has created joy while finding balance in her life. We had so much fun connecting with Laura and hearing her advice for both professional women and mothers. We can't wait for you to listen! 

Join us as we sit down with our first guest, who also happens to be our amazingly talented & inspiring sister, Lindsey Hickey! Lindsey is the CEO & Co-Owner of Simek's. Simek's is a mission based frozen foods company committed to great food for the greater good. On this episode, Lindsey shares about the balance of being a busy Mom & a business owner, taking the guilt out of mealtime, and the Simek's belief of using business as a force of good. Plus, we even asked Lindsey about some of her favortire travel hacks & products. We hope you'll join us, as we have a lot of fun on this episode!

Hey, hey! We're Ashley & Allie (you can mix up our names, we are used to it by now & truly answer to both…). We are two sisters who have a strong zest for enjoying life (& a good skinny margarita). We are passionate about learning from women who are carving their own path through designing a life they love, allowing them to live & vacation on their terms. We are so excited to share our podcast with you! We hope you'll join us & follow along as we look to crack the code on living a life you truly love by interviewing & elevating the stories of women who inspire us through all things business & travel. Plus, we can't wait to share with you some of our favorite vacation finds, lifestyle tips & travel hacks. All aboard! You're a part of the family now.