442: Building a Successful Non-Profit, Leadership in Tough Times + How to Help The Most Vulnerable This Season with Susan Ramirez of National Angels

In this deeply moving episode, Natalie sits down with her friend + Founder of National Angels, Susan Ramirez. National Angels is a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming the foster care experience for children, youth, and families across the United States. Bossbabe has been a supporter of National Angels for years, deeply moved by the organization’s mission and Susan’s dedication to creating change in the lives of our most vulnerable population - children.

Ahead of the holidays, Natalie and Susan share stories of hope, resilience, and transformation that will leave you inspired + maybe a bit emotional. Susan shares her journey of leaving corporate America to pursue this calling, how National Angels is rewriting the future for foster children, and the life-changing power of mentorship and community.

Whether you're looking for inspiration, ways to give back this season, or a reminder of the impact we can create when we come together, this is an episode you can’t miss.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Welcome + Introduction of Susan Ramirez.

00:29 – Why Natalie has been supporting National Angels for years and why this cause is so close to her heart.

01:55 – Susan’s story: From climbing the corporate ladder to discovering her life’s purpose.

03:36 – The devastating realities of foster care and the ripple effects across society.

07:06 – How Susan piloted her first program and transformed one family’s life.

10:05 – Jonathan’s story: From failing grades to football stardom through mentorship.

13:05 – How National Angels grew from a local initiative to a national movement.

15:34 – The business of non-profits: Running National Angels with strategy, leadership, and purpose.

17:34 – Susan’s faith-driven decision to leave corporate America and lead National Angels.

19:34 – Burnout, leadership struggles, and Susan’s transformative soul adventure in Sedona.

24:46 – Reclaiming her purpose and creating healthier boundaries as a leader.

27:19 – Teaching self-efficacy: Susan’s powerful lessons on intentional parenting and mentorship.

29:15 – Balancing the emotional weight of foster care work with hope and resilience. 

32:03 – Abel’s story: A marathon, mentorship, and a life-changing surprise.

35:40 – The power of words: How encouragement changed one foster youth’s life forever.

37:10 – How you can get involved: Donate, volunteer, or mentor a child through National Angels.

39:22 – The tangible impact of donations and the ripple effects of supporting this mission.

41:22 – How the Bossbabe community can step up and support National Angels.

42:29 – Volunteer and mentorship opportunities: How you can make a lasting difference.

45:13 – Susan’s advice to her younger self: “Keep going—every hard moment is worth it.”

• Susan Ramirez: @mrs.susanramirez 

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