In this vibrant episode of I Want Her Shoes Podcast, host Anna Anisin sits down with Rebecca Fishman Lipsey — changemaker, equity champion, and President & CEO of The Miami Foundation — to explore what it takes to lead with purpose in one of the world’s most dynamic cities. From classrooms to boardrooms, Rebecca’s career has been a masterclass in civic impact. Under her leadership, The Miami Foundation has become a philanthropic force — investing nearly $1 billion in Miami’s most pressing challenges, activating nearly 1,000 family and corporate foundations, and creating Give Miami Day, a community-wide movement that’s raised $190 million+ in just a few years. But Rebecca is more than her resume. She’s a mother, a closet musician, a fashion-forward leader, and the founder of Radical Partners, where she helped scale 150+ social ventures. She believes in justice, joy, and the power of showing up — fully and authentically. 👠 Key Moments -How Rebecca’s path from education reform to community investment was fueled by a single throughline: impact -What it’s like to run Miami’s most influential foundation — and why local generosity hits different here -The origin of Give Miami Day and why it’s become one of the city’s most powerful civic rituals -Lessons from scaling 150+ social ventures as a founder of Radical Partners -Advice for young women who want to build bold, community-rooted careers Tune in for a dazzling, grounded, and soul-fueled conversation with one of Miami’s fiercest advocates for change. Rebecca reminds us that style is strategy, generosity is power, and real leadership starts with showing up — fully, boldly, and in your truth. If you’ve ever wondered how one woman can mobilize a city, this episode is your blueprint. Adding a chic twist to each episode, the 'I Want Her Shoes Podcast' is recorded in Anna’s stunning personal closet, strategically located near the vibrant Miami Design District. This unique setting not only provides a visually captivating backdrop but also embodies the spirit of fashion and innovation that the area is known for. 📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube to get a glimpse of this one-of-a-kind Miami closet—it’s definitely worth the view! https://www.youtube.com/@IWantHerShoesPodcast Follow us for more updates: Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwanthershoespodcast/ Anna’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwanthershoes/ Rebecca’s LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccafishmanlipsey/ The Miami Foundation Website: https://miamifoundation.org/ and mark your calendars for Give Miami Day on Nov 20, 2025. EPISODE CREDITS: Writer and Host: Anna Anisin Produced, edited, and mixed by the Formulatedby Team LINKS: Visit the I Want Her Shoes Website Follow on Instagram Watch on YouTube Subscribe to the Newsletter

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