#22: Being a Change Maker with Danaya Wilson

Building the Biz

Danaya Wilson is the award-winning co-founder and CEO of BetterCertify. Recognized as a "40 Under 40" honoree, Danaya has helped individuals, companies, and industries navigate compliance and occupational safety education clearly and decisively. Over the past 17 years, she has brought a revolutionary approach to regulatory training that has changed outcomes across different business sectors.

Danaya’s work is not just about business; it’s about creating pathways for future generations of female leaders, offering a practical and aspirational blueprint. Danaya is also the author of "Change Makers Wanted," a powerful book geared towards women in business.

Here Danaya shares what she’s most looking forward to in 2025, including a book launch in February. She then dives into her work with Better Certify and how she’s a champion for women’s empowerment within her industry. Danaya also talks about why mentorship is so important for women, issues with childcare in the US, how she manages anxiety, and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

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What’s Inside:

• How Danaya is a champion for women’s empowerment in her industry
• Why mentorship is important for women
• Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs

Mentioned in this episode:
Danaya Wilson on LinkedIn
Danaya's Book: Change Makers Wanted
https://bettercertify.com/