Dottie Groover-Skipper, founder of the Heart Dance Foundation and a relentless advocate against human trafficking, substance abuse, and exploitation, shares her journey from corporate wellness to building a mission-driven nonprofit that supports vulnerable individuals in the adult entertainment industry. She offers insights into the challenges, strategies, and careful approach required to tackle this critical work. Covering sensitive topics, including sex trafficking and child abuse, this episode highlights the reality of exploitation and the power of advocacy to bring light into the darkest corners of our communities. Listener discretion is advised. Produced by David “Fingers” Bell and hosted by Nicole Valentin Alicea.
#8 From News Anchor to Entrepreneur: How Pilar Ortiz Reinvented Herself After Losing Everything
In this episode, Nicole Alicea sits down with Pilar Ortiz, a former Univision news anchor and news director who spent over 11 years building a successful media career—only to lose it overnight during the 2009 economic downturn. Faced with uncertainty, fear, and a complete identity shift, Pilar had to start from scratch—learning how to sell, package her services, and build confidence as an entrepreneur. Today, she is an international speaker, coach, and author, helping professionals and business owners master communication, mindset, and personal branding. In this episode we cover: • Losing your career overnight • How to transition from employee to entrepreneur • Shifting from “doing” to “being” • Pilar’s 3C framework • Why “imperfect action” is the key to growth • How to overcome fear and confidently sell your services This is a powerful conversation about reinvention, resilience, and building a life aligned with who you truly are. Connect with Pilar Ortiz:
March 21, 2023
