In this episode of the Forward Motion Podcast, host Dilen Kakar and Maren Walseth talk about the mental toughness, challenges, and experiences of being a professional basketball player while adhering to life beyond the sport. Walseth reflects upon her time as a coach and explains how she found her calling as someone who wants to make an impact on the life of others. Join us for the eighth episode of the Forward Motion Podcast!

MEET MAREN

Maren brings professional coaching solutions to motivated leaders in the college athletic setting. Known as a problem solver, motivator, and relationship builder, she is passionate about removing self-doubt, improving self-responsibility, and partnering with people to maximize their leadership and impact within their communities.

Maren is a teacher and coach at her core. Whether it is mentoring student-athletes on the basketball court or supporting business leaders and corporate executives, Maren is driven by opening doors and empowering others to live out their dreams.

As a student-athlete at Penn State University, Maren earned all-conference honors and competed in the 2000 NCAA Final Four in Philadelphia. She played professionally in the WNBA and in Ligue Féminine de Basketball in France. A 10-year assistant coach and 5-year head coach, at the Division 1 level, Maren has personal leadership and management experience in high stress and public spheres.

After 15 years of coaching women's basketball, Maren enjoys using her on-court expertise as a television analyst. This adventure allows Maren to continue to share her love of the game.

Maren is a ACC Certified coach throughout the ICF, a Certified Professional Business Coach by the Professional Business Coach Alliance (PBCA) and a Core Essentials Graduate from Coach U (CEG). Maren is certified to use the Extended DISC behavioral assessment tool and the One Page Business Plan in her coaching engagements.

In this week's episode of the Forward Motion Podcast, Host Dilen Kakar meets with the Founder and Managing Partner of Hermosa Wealth Management to talk about the ins and outs of public finance, municipal bonds, investment banking, and taking the risk as a business owner. Join us as we dive into the life of Ken Gillespie!

Ken Gillespie attended the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign for his undergraduate studies before pursuing a Masters Degree from the University of Southern California. Following his college attendance, Ken worked as a bulge bracket Investment Banker, taking on lead and executive roles at established banks like UBS, Bank of America, William Blair, and Oppenheimer & Co. Following his career in investment baking, Ken founded and now presides over the management of Hermosa Wealth Management.

In the sixth episode of the Forward Motion Podcast, host Dilen Kakar and award-winning CEO Nate Green talk about the importance of sticking to your principles, staying hungry, and limiting the excuses you make. From the Police Academy to being on the sell side of an eight-figure exit of one of his companies, Nate takes us through his journey. Join us as we dive into Nate's mind!

Nate Green empowers individuals to unlock their full potential through transformative coaching and impactful speaking. His programs, like the Built Unstoppable Mastermind, help participants clarify goals, overcome mental barriers, and take strategic action.

Focusing on resilience, Nate combines engaging content and a supportive community to inspire personal growth. As a keynote speaker, he covers entrepreneur performance, leadership, and team motivation, offering practical insights that drive action. Nate is also the author of “Suck Less, Do Better,” a guide to resilience and focused action. Nate provides the tools for lasting transformation and lifelong success through his coaching, speaking, and courses.

For more information about Nate Green and his programs, books, and coaching, visit
https://successwithnategreen.com/