02 October 2026
Warrior Women in Business Podcast #87 Hilary Topper - Author, Blogger, Podcaster
#WarriorWomen in Business Podcast
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In this episode, Jasmine and Hilary Topper, author, blogger, podcaster, and endurance athlete, explore entrepreneurship, career reinvention, resilience, publishing, and the importance of pursuing new passions at every stage of life.
They dive into Hilary’s experience running a PR agency for more than 35 years, managing teams and navigating the demands of entrepreneurship before transitioning into a new chapter focused on media, content creation, writing, and endurance sports. Hilary also shares her journey from beginning athletic training later in life to completing triathlons and long-distance open water swims, while navigating major personal and physical challenges along the way.
About Hilary Topper
Hilary Topper is the author of three endurance books: From Couch Potato to Endurance Athlete, Unlocking the Triathlon, and Unlocking the Open Water Swim: The Beginner's Guide to Competing in Open Water Events. She has also written two books on social media marketing.
Hilary is a blogger, podcaster, adjunct professor at two universities, and a certified triathlon coach, open water swim coach, and running coach. She spent more than 35 years running a PR firm before changing direction to focus on her media company, content creation, and her passion for endurance sports.
Through her work, writing, and personal journey, Hilary demonstrates that it is never too late to pursue a new challenge, develop new skills, and create an entirely new chapter.
About Warrior Women in Business
Apply to be a Podcast Guest
Warrior Women in Business is a global community dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs, executives, speakers, creators, and leaders through education, visibility, collaboration, and meaningful connections that help women succeed professionally and personally. WWIB includes the Warrior Women in Business Podcast, the Warrior Women Concert Series in partnership with the NYC Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment, leadership and networking events, educational programs, and branding and marketing services designed to elevate women in business and the arts.
To learn how to become a member, attend events, apply to be a guest ; and access more WWIB content, visit:
https://warriorwomenbusiness.com/
About Your Host
Warrior Women in Business is hosted by Jasmine Sandler, CEO of JSMedia, global keynote speaker, author, executive advisor, and personal branding expert. Jasmine is a passionate advocate for women in business and the arts, helping female leaders and entrepreneurs amplify their visibility, influence, and impact through branding, marketing, leadership development, and strategic networking.
See Jasmine in action and request her at your next conference or festival -
https://www.jasminesandlerdigitalmarketingmedia.com/executive-branding-and-female-entrepreneurial-speaker
Jasmine is also a highly active songwriter, musician and concert producer for women artists . See her artist site JazzRock for more details - https://www.jazzrocksinger.com/
Support JazzRock's upcoming event this Oct 4th supporting rescue dogs in NYC. Halloween Dog Party and Private Acoustic Show with a sneak peek of her upcoming SuperDawg EP:
https://www.instagram.com/superdawgs_fundraiser/
https://givebutter.com/superdawg-fundraising-project
Catch JazzRock and the Warrior Women Dance Crew perform this coming Oct 9th at the NY Comic Con 2026 Talent Show. Get tickets here:
https://www.newyorkcomiccon.com/en-us/things-to-do/nycc-talent-show.html
#WarriorWomenInBusiness #HilaryTopper #WomenInBusiness #WomenLeaders #FemaleEntrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship #CareerPivot #PersonalBranding #WomenInLeadership #EnduranceAthlete #Triathlon #OpenWaterSwimming #Resilience #WomenSupportingWomen #JasmineSandler
They dive into Hilary’s experience running a PR agency for more than 35 years, managing teams and navigating the demands of entrepreneurship before transitioning into a new chapter focused on media, content creation, writing, and endurance sports. Hilary also shares her journey from beginning athletic training later in life to completing triathlons and long-distance open water swims, while navigating major personal and physical challenges along the way.
About Hilary Topper
Hilary Topper is the author of three endurance books: From Couch Potato to Endurance Athlete, Unlocking the Triathlon, and Unlocking the Open Water Swim: The Beginner's Guide to Competing in Open Water Events. She has also written two books on social media marketing.
Hilary is a blogger, podcaster, adjunct professor at two universities, and a certified triathlon coach, open water swim coach, and running coach. She spent more than 35 years running a PR firm before changing direction to focus on her media company, content creation, and her passion for endurance sports.
Through her work, writing, and personal journey, Hilary demonstrates that it is never too late to pursue a new challenge, develop new skills, and create an entirely new chapter.
About Warrior Women in Business
Apply to be a Podcast Guest
Warrior Women in Business is a global community dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs, executives, speakers, creators, and leaders through education, visibility, collaboration, and meaningful connections that help women succeed professionally and personally. WWIB includes the Warrior Women in Business Podcast, the Warrior Women Concert Series in partnership with the NYC Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment, leadership and networking events, educational programs, and branding and marketing services designed to elevate women in business and the arts.
To learn how to become a member, attend events, apply to be a guest ; and access more WWIB content, visit:
https://warriorwomenbusiness.com/
About Your Host
Warrior Women in Business is hosted by Jasmine Sandler, CEO of JSMedia, global keynote speaker, author, executive advisor, and personal branding expert. Jasmine is a passionate advocate for women in business and the arts, helping female leaders and entrepreneurs amplify their visibility, influence, and impact through branding, marketing, leadership development, and strategic networking.
See Jasmine in action and request her at your next conference or festival -
https://www.jasminesandlerdigitalmarketingmedia.com/executive-branding-and-female-entrepreneurial-speaker
Jasmine is also a highly active songwriter, musician and concert producer for women artists . See her artist site JazzRock for more details - https://www.jazzrocksinger.com/
Support JazzRock's upcoming event this Oct 4th supporting rescue dogs in NYC. Halloween Dog Party and Private Acoustic Show with a sneak peek of her upcoming SuperDawg EP:
https://www.instagram.com/superdawgs_fundraiser/
https://givebutter.com/superdawg-fundraising-project
Catch JazzRock and the Warrior Women Dance Crew perform this coming Oct 9th at the NY Comic Con 2026 Talent Show. Get tickets here:
https://www.newyorkcomiccon.com/en-us/things-to-do/nycc-talent-show.html
#WarriorWomenInBusiness #HilaryTopper #WomenInBusiness #WomenLeaders #FemaleEntrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship #CareerPivot #PersonalBranding #WomenInLeadership #EnduranceAthlete #Triathlon #OpenWaterSwimming #Resilience #WomenSupportingWomen #JasmineSandler