Future Tide Conversations
Future Tide Conversations
Podcast Description
Can the coming tide raise all boats? At Rising Tide Capital, we know that purpose and perseverance are at the heart of every journey—whether it’s building a business, strengthening a community, or finding leadership clarity in the chaos. This podcast is about exactly that: real conversations with real people, uncovering stories, insights, and strategies that help us move forward with intention. The inaugural episodes of Future Tide Conversations will focus on themes of resilience, starting with entrepreneurs building our economy from the bottom up and evolve from there to be inclusive of a wide array of ideas and leaders.
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Content Themes
The podcast emphasizes themes of resilience, community empowerment, and entrepreneurial journey, with initial episodes addressing topics like personal healing and its impact on community transformation, featuring discussions such as Towanda McEachern's journey from trauma to empowerment and Myani Lawson's insights on education and resilience.
Can the coming tide raise all boats? At Rising Tide Capital, we know that purpose and perseverance are at the heart of every journey—whether it’s building a business, strengthening a community, or finding leadership clarity in the chaos. This podcast is about exactly that: real conversations with real people, uncovering stories, insights, and strategies that help us move forward with intention. The inaugural episodes of Future Tide Conversations will focus on themes of resilience, starting with entrepreneurs building our economy from the bottom up and evolve from there to be inclusive of a wide array of ideas and leaders.
“Hilda Mera on Driving Change in the Auto Industry” – In this episode of Future Tide Conversations, we meet Hilda Mera, the dynamic co-founder and CEO of S&A Auto Center. Hilda’s story is a journey of courage and resilience: arriving in the U.S. as a young immigrant and ultimately thriving as an entrepreneur in the male-dominated world of auto repair. She recounts how she overcame the skeptics (only about 5% of auto repair business leaders are women) and built not just a successful company, but a community hub that empowers others.
Listeners will hear how Hilda expanded her business to two locations in New Jersey, all while staying true to her mission of lifting up those around her. She discusses the practical lessons learned – from learning English and accounting to gaining trust as a female auto-shop owner – and the deeper insights gained along the way. We talk about her commitment to women’s empowerment, including the free workshops and hands-on learning experiences she provides to make auto care less intimidating for women. Hilda also opens up about the importance of mental health and self-belief in an entrepreneur’s journey, emphasizing how community support and perseverance helped her push through stressful times.
This conversation highlights broader themes of representation and inclusion: Hilda’s success sends a message that with the right support, anyone can innovate and lead, regardless of background or industry norms. As a graduate (and now instructor) of Rising Tide Capital’s entrepreneurial training program, Hilda exemplifies the transformative impact of access and opportunity. Her story aligns with Rising Tide Capital’s 21-year mission to democratize entrepreneurship and build an economy that works for everyone.
Tune in to be inspired by Hilda Mera’s journey. It’s a testament to the power of grit, community, and vision in creating a business – and a life – that uplifts others. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a champion of women’s leadership, or just someone who loves a great success story, this episode will leave you motivated and hopeful. Listen now on Future Tide Conversations!
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