A Seat at the Table

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A New Show About the Long Road to Leadership

Breakthroughs don’t always happen in a boardroom, they happen long before that. Usually, they happen in the quiet years of showing up, being underestimated, learning hard lessons, and refusing to leave the room. This idea is at the heart of our new monthly radio show, A Seat at the Table, hosted by Melynda Brant & Ashley Stroud.

Each episode shines a spotlight on women who have earned their place through persistence, discipline, and an unglamorous amount of unseen work. While the show highlights women, its message is universal. A Seat at the Table goes beyond titles and milestones to explore the real moments that shape leaders.

Listeners can expect thoughtful, honest discussions about endurance, leadership, and what it truly means to earn influence. No fluff, no jargon, no polished soundbites. These are real stories of progress, shaped by experience and grounded in hard-earned perspective. The show premieres the first Tuesday of every month from 6 to 7 PM, inviting listeners to pull up a chair and take part in conversations that matter.

Because every seat has a story, and every story has something to teach.

Tune in for the next show on February 3rd, 2026

Ashley Stroud, Founder and Chief Operating Officer, combines entrepreneurial drive, leadership growth, and a deep passion for personal development . A native of Central Texas, Ashley earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from the University of Texas at Austin—”Hook ‘Em!” She worked as a Certified Emergency and Trauma nurse from 2010 to 2017 before transitioning into business ownership and leadership.

Co-founding Plumbing Outfitters, with her husband, Warren, together they have grown the company into a thriving team of professionals dedicated to setting the new standard in plumbing services. Plumbing Outfitters has been recognized in the Longhorn 100, Women In Business, Family Business Awards, and most recently received the PHCC National Contractor of the Year Award.

In 2021, Ashley became a licensed journeyman plumber and then went on to earn her Master License in October 2025. She is deeply passionate about developing leaders within her organization and inspiring others to step into their potential.

Ashley’s life is a rich tapestry of faith, family, adventure, and ambition. A devoted wife and christian, mother to five children, she enjoys camping, kayaking, and hiking with her family. In 2024, she earned the Spartan Trifecta Medal, demonstrating her resilience and determination to embrace challenges.

Ashley lives by the motto, “Start where you are, give yourself grace, never stop moving forward.” Her story is a testament to faith, vision, and the power of pursuing excellence in all areas of life.