Early mentor advice on networking

Today’s episode is a special re-air from Suneera’s conversation on The Community Podcast with Kristina.

In this powerful live interview from Orlando, Suneera shares the real story behind her billion-dollar exit and the relationships that made it possible. From building Stax to founding CEO School and launching the Unicorn Summit, this conversation unpacks how community became her greatest growth strategy.

If you’ve ever wondered how to scale as a first-time female founder, raise venture capital, and grow your visibility without losing yourself, this episode pulls back the curtain.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why the people closest to you will shape both your business and your identity

• The advice that helped Suneera scale from startup to unicorn exit

• What it truly means to “collect relationships” and why community compounds

• How to build the courage to be disliked as your impact grows

• How her upbringing shaped her ambition and leadership style

• Why you must find rooms that sharpen you and support you

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You’re invited to attend Kristina’s High Vibe Women event in Toronto on March 7: https://www.highvibewomen.ca/march-2026-event Use the code PODCAST50 for a discount.

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Learn more about how Suneera Madhani is paving the way for badass female CEOs like you to take center stage not just in your industries but in your whole life.

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This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/