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Sometimes your next opportunity starts with a conversation.In this episode of Real Talk, Real Growth, Working Wardrobes CEO Bonni Pomush sits down with entrepreneur, global relocation strategist, and Working Wardrobes alumna Sona Butterfield for a candid conversation about rebuilding, speaking up, and finding community.Sona shares how her career took her from handling cargo at FedEx to helping people relocate internationally, and how moving to California for her son’s medical care brought unexpected challenges, including homelessness. She reflects on the support she received from Working Wardrobes, the power of continuing to learn, and why her advice to anyone navigating a career transition is simple: “Get in rooms.”With humor and honesty, Sona reminds us that asking for help, making connections, and refusing to let others define our potential can open doors we never imagined.

Legacy giving may sound complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of Real Talk. Real Growth., Bonni Pomush sits down with estate planning attorney Nick Kmetz and certified financial planner and philanthropic advisor Richard Ward to bust common myths and explore simple, flexible ways to plan for the future while supporting the people and causes you care about.

In this episode of Real Talk, Real Growth, Working Wardrobes CEO Bonni Pomush sits down with veteran and Working Wardrobes alumnus Jonathan Jonas for a powerful conversation about resilience, rebuilding, and finding purpose after unexpected setbacks. Jonathan shares his journey from serving in the U.S. Navy to navigating major personal and professional challenges that left him facing barriers to employment and an uncertain future. After connecting with Working Wardrobes, Jonathan found more than career resources—he found a community of support and a path forward. Today, Jonathan is building a career in insurance, giving back to the veteran community, and using what he has learned to help others. He reflects on the importance of doing the work, learning to pivot when life doesn’t go according to plan, and keeping perspective through every high and low. His message is simple but powerful: your path may change, but you can keep moving forward.

What does it take to start over—and keep moving forward with purpose? In this episode of Real Talk, Real Growth, Working Wardrobes CEO Bonni Pomush sits down with Working Wardrobes alumna, educator, veteran, and longtime volunteer Lisa Diggs. Lisa shares her inspiring journey of resilience, from serving in the military and navigating career transitions to rebuilding during the pandemic with the support of the Working Wardrobes community. Along the way, she reflects on the power of mentorship, embracing change, and staying true to yourself. Whether you're facing a career pivot, overcoming setbacks, or simply looking for encouragement to take the next step, Lisa's story is a reminder that reinvention is always possible—and that no one has to do it alone.

In this inspiring episode of Real Talk. Real Growth. Bonni Pomush sits down with Diego Martinez to discuss his remarkable journey of rebuilding his life after 13 years of incarceration. Diego shares how determination, community support, and a clear sense of purpose helped him overcome barriers to employment, earn his degree from San Diego State University, launch his own tree care business, and give back to others walking a similar path.From the importance of asking for help to embracing lifelong growth, Diego offers powerful insights on resilience, second chances, and what it truly means to create a future filled with opportunity. His story is a reminder that while the path may not always be easy, purpose and perseverance can lead to extraordinary new beginnings.

In this episode of Real Talk, Real Growth, Working Wardrobes CEO Bonni Pomush sits down with Charlene Reynolds, Director of John Wayne Airport, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, resilience, and finding purpose through life's unexpected twists and turns. From her first paycheck as a teenage intern at the IRS to leading one of Orange County's most important public institutions, Charlene shares the lessons that shaped her journey. She reflects on navigating personal loss, overcoming professional setbacks, mentoring future leaders, and the importance of showing up with grace, integrity, and confidence.

Anne Tammel joins Real Talk Real Growth to talk about leadership, innovation, and building meaningful community. From her early career in Silicon Valley to founding the OC CEO Collective and SoCal Women in Business, Anne shares how the advice to do what scares you shaped her path and continues to inspire the way she leads. She also gives insight into the vision behind the Global Women in Innovation Summit on April 16, 2026, at UCI Paul Merage School of Business. At the heart of this episode is a powerful reminder that courage can open doors and help you create the room you want to see.

In this heartfelt episode of Real Talk, Real Growth, CEO Bonni Pomush sits down with author, speaker, facilitator of Sam’s Salons, founding member of Impact Giving, and one of Jerri’s dearest friends, Sam Dawson, to honor the life and legacy of Jerri Rosen, founder of Working Wardrobes. Together, they reflect on Jerri’s resilience, leadership, and unwavering belief in possibility—and the journey of completing her memoir, Skirts & Pants on Fire.