Success Suite with Sarah Stockford
Join Sarah Stockford in Success Suite, 100.9 The Mitt's newest podcast, where she spotlights the most inspiring female leaders across the Great Lakes Bay Region
Episode 8 (April 16, 2026):
Success Suite | Featuring Alayna Gant: Dow Credit Union
Alayna Gant is the Director of Marketing and Community Relations at Dow Credit Union, where she leads strategic, data-driven initiatives that elevate member engagement, strengthen brand presence, and support long-term organizational growth. Her career includes senior leadership roles at McLaren Health Care, F.P. Horak, and several creative agencies, as well as entrepreneurial success as the founder of Sushi Remix, a fast-casual poke restaurant she owned and operated for five years before selling in 2023. Alayna holds a Master of Business Administration from Northwood University and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Saginaw Valley State University.
Episode 7 (March 19, 2026):
Success Suite | Featuring Sami Ung: Owner of AYU Pilates
Sami Ung is the Founder & Owner of Āyu Pilates Studio in Midland, MI. Āyu was created on four principles: strength training, the mind-body connection, community and empowerment. Her unique blend of sports medicine & rehabilitation expertise, Pilates training, energetic healing and breath mastery helps her design sessions that are safe and deeply transformative. Allowing you to leave each class feeling energized and in awe of what your body can do. Her teaching style emphasizes internal awareness; cultivating a deeper understanding of your body through breathe and movement.
Episode 6 (February 2, 2026):
Success Suite | Featuring CarolAnne Guillemete: Founder and Financial Coach at Financial Health and Harmony Coaching,
CarolAnne Guillemette is the Founder and Financial Coach at Financial Health and Harmony Coaching, where she helps individuals and families take control of their financial lives with clarity and confidence. With over 16 years of experience in the financial services industry, she has served as a Trust Officer, Financial Advisor, Bank Manager, and Financial Educator—bringing a well-rounded perspective to personal finance and client advocacy. She is also currently pursuing the Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC®) designation to deepen her ability to support clients through all stages of their financial journey.
Episode 5 (September 25, 2025):
Success Suite | Featuring Sharon Mortensen: President/CEO of the Midland Area Community Foundation
Sharon Mortensen serves as President/CEO of the Midland Area Community Foundation, a position she has held since June of 2012. She is responsible for carrying out the Community Foundation’s mission of providing philanthropic leadership to cultivate the power of giving within our community, support long-term transformation, and help ensure all residents thrive. Sharon has worked in the nonprofit world for over 30 years. Prior to her current position, she served as the Executive Director of the Council on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (Shelterhouse).
Episode 4 (August 26, 2025):
Success Suite | Featuring Terri Johnson: President & Chief Executive Officer for Greater Midland
Terri Johnson serves as the President & Chief Executive Officer for Greater Midland, a network comprised of the Community, Tennis, Curling, North Family, Coleman Family Centers, as well as their Corporate Wellness entities. In this executive position, Terri guides the organization in its purpose for community impact to promote vitality, build belonging and serve with heart. Terri retired after 36 years of service with Dow, Inc. where she most recently served as Corporate Director for Employee Experience
Episode 3 (July 3, 2025):
Success Suite | Featuring Ali Huntoon: Founder & Director of Allied HR Solutions and Allied Group Fitness
Ali Huntoon is the Founder & Director of Allied HR Solutions and Allied Group Fitness. In her role she supports small businesses, nonprofits, and startups with HR systems, culture-building, and inclusive wellness programming. After a decade of HR leadership roles at organizations like Dow, Chemical Bank, and Alma College, she launched Allied HR Solutions in 2020. She also founded Allied Group Fitness—offering in-person and virtual classes designed to be accessible and joyful.
Episode 2 (June 5, 2025):
Success Suite | Featuring Mary Draves: Former Dow Executive running for Michigan's 8th Congressional District.
Mary Draves is an experienced sustainability and environmental leader, best known for her work as the former Chief Sustainability Officer and Vice President of Environment, Health & Safety at Dow. Draves is now running for Michigan's 8th Congressional District. Throughout her career, she has championed innovative strategies to reduce environmental impact, drive corporate responsibility, and advance circular economy initiatives. Draves is recognized as a thought leader in sustainable business practices and corporate environmental stewardship.
Episode 1 (May 5, 2025):
Success Suite | Featuring Lisa Tarkington: Business & Life Coach, Keynote Speaker
Lisa Tarkington, an Associate Certified Coach through ICF and keynote speaker, is also the visionary force behind Lead – a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on confidence and wellbeing. She is also the host of ‘The Confident Podcast’ and has degrees in social impact, communications, and positive psychology. Her personal struggle with confidence led her to realize a universal need for support in leadership, confidence, and wellbeing. As a top keynote speaker and coach, Lisa has also been recognized as Coach of the Year, Athena Award winner, Under 40 Ruby winner, Young Professional Rising Star and Inspiring Female Entrepreneur Award. Notable brands and institutes that have worked with Lisa include the Detroit Lions, Michigan State University, Inforum, American Cancer Society and more.