IN THIS EPISODE, WE CHAT ABOUT:
- Roz Huang’s background and achievements
- importance of being on a board
- Roz Huang’s journey and mission
- difference between public, private, and nonprofit boards
- how to choose the right board
- benefits of being on a board
- time commitment for board members
- importance of giving advice and sharing resources
- starting with a mentor or mentor in a business
- role of committees in boards
- compensation, audit, and diversity committees
- incubator centers and accelerators
- how small businesses can benefit from advisors
- collaboration over competition
- building relationships
- incubators and accelerators
- Roz Huang’s masterclass
RESOURCES + LINKS
Discover financial wisdom at JP Morgan Chase.
Dive into inspiring stories with Know Women Magazine.
Learn about innovative payment solutions at AppTech.
Transform your health management with Intiva Health.
Join the fight against Alzheimer’s at the Alzheimer’s Association.
Board smarter with OnBoard Inc..
Harmonize your wellness journey with Athena Music Wellness Therapy.
Connect with global music therapy experts at the International Music and Wellness Council.
Empower female investors with 37 Angels.
Innovate in healthcare with Scale Health.
Learn from the best at Harvard Business School.
Accelerate your startup dreams with Y Combinator.
Turn your idea into reality with Techstars.
Foster entrepreneurial growth with Founder Institute.
Visit Roz’s website at rozhuang.com.
Explore global perspectives at Dandelion Global.
Connect with Roz Huang on LinkedIn.
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SHOW NOTES:
In this episode of Chicks Who Give a Hoot, I chat with Roz Huang, a nonprofit founder and social advocate, who has received prestigious awards such as the 2023 Entrepreneurial Women of Impact by JP Morgan Chase and the 2024 Social Impact Honoree by Know Women Magazine. Roz shares her extraordinary journey as a first-generation Chinese American entrepreneur and public board director for various companies.
She provides invaluable advice on the importance of board membership, starting with nonprofit boards, and the benefits it offers for personal and professional growth. Our discussion dives into topics such as how to find the right board, time commitments, and the power of mentorship and strategic partnerships.
Additionally, Roz highlights the significance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in organizations and her dedication to mental health advocacy through initiatives like Athena Music Wellness. For anyone looking to explore board membership or seeking to build their advisory board, this episode is filled with practical advice and inspiring stories from a seasoned business leader.
CLIP HIGHLIGHTS:
01:01 Introduction and Meet Emily Joann Wilkins
01:45 Roz Huang’s Background and Achievements
02:48 Mission and Industry Focus
03:27 Mental Health Initiatives
04:17 Nonprofit Work and Awards
05:07 The Importance of Board Positions
06:11 Advice for Aspiring Board Members
10:01 Starting with Nonprofit Boards
14:04 Committees and Their Roles
19:46 Building Advisory Boards for Small Businesses
24:30 Collaboration and Partnerships
28:59 Incubators and Accelerators
32:13 Roz Huang’s Mastermind Class
33:49 Conclusion and Connect with Roz
