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ETHOS

Amplifying the stories of women who design, reinvent, and create life-first businesses that support the lives they desire by sharing real stories—the ups and downs—of female small business owners. Helping women feel supported and inspired by others and seeing what’s possible.

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Something happens when women gather, share with heart, and offer story. Oh, y'know. It's nothing short of magic.

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  • "I am SO grateful to have found the She DESIGNS Podcast! Not unlike many women in this position, the decision to build a business that aligned with my values, in the pursuit of a truly authentic life, has been a consistent mix of excitement, worry, empowerment, intimidation and loneliness… Hearing the stories of women who have already been in my position, facing challenges with courage and grace, brings a deep sense of encouragement and calmness which is absolutely priceless…"

    Melanie Samara Donahue / She Designs Podcast Listener

  • “Love listening to this podcast, especially when I’m longing for more connection with like-minded female entrepreneurs! It’s a wonderful reminder of why I started my business - the perfect reset.”

    Juliette Crane / She Designs Podcast Listener

  • "The SheDESIGNS retreat in beautiful Hudson, NY, was exactly the mini escape I needed—full of beauty, creativity, connection, and inspiration. From painting and candle making to exploring local shops and enjoying amazing food, every moment sparked something new. I left re-energized and,within a week, found myself stepping into a new studio workspace and forming a new business partnership."

    Sarah Burrell  / She Designs Retreat Guest

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host Christine martin

Christine is a Holistic Interior Designer and Feng Shui Practitioner who creates spaces with an energetic touch. A nomadic lifestyle has allowed her to create home all over the world and expand her ability to infuse designs with rich, global touches. Her approach emphasizes a profound connection between dweller and environment. She believes our homes support our lives and can be containers for whatever we want to draw in. 

Christine offers online design so she’s able to #workfromanywhere through her company, The Good Abode.  Occasionally, she works on in-person projects and collaborations as well including small boutique hotels and UNESCO Heritage residential sites. She lives in Baja, Mexico where the desert/ocean landscape is home base when she is not feeding her travel cravings.

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host desha peacock

Desha is a LifeSTYLE / Small Biz Coach and Retreat Leader. She’s the author of two books, Create the Style you Crave and Your Creative Work Space. Desha invented a career that pays her to travel to beautiful places by leading lux retreats for female small biz owners. She also partners with boutique hotels + airbnb’s to promote their brand in exchange for perks.

Her newest title is hospitality entrepreneur. In 2021, she added her first Sweet Spot Style Property to her umbrella brand. It’s a 1920’s bungalow in Vermont designed for female small biz owners who work from anywhere. In 2024, she added two more rentals to her real estate portfolio. Desha lives in Vermont with her husband, teen daughter, and kitty. She travels to MX when the weather turns cold and returns for her favorite season, spring.

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For women to expand—
wiser, bolder, and deeply connected. Through retreats and workshops, we honor our journeys, forge meaningful bonds, and create powerful, experiential moments. We learn from and with each other to inspire collaboration and transformation.

San Miguel Retreat 2026 is open for enrollment!
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Have a question or topic you'd love to hear on the show? Reach out to us—we’d love to connect! Plus, learn more about our retreats and workshops designed to inspire and empower.

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