Resilience, Reinvention and Reposado | Madame Founder with Mara Smith

Get ready for a dazzling mix of fierce female leadership and fabulous tequila as I sit down with the unstoppable Mara Smith , founder of Inspiro Tequila, LLC It’s not every day you get to blend two of my greatest passions—strong women entrepreneurs and top-notch tequila—but Mara’s journey through resilience, reinvention, and agave dreams gives us exactly that!

Mara’s story begins in law—graduating from Northwestern University and making waves as an attorney at Mayer Brown Platt—before transitioning to corporate leadership at McDonald’s.

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But the real plot twist? Stepping away from her structured career to embrace the chaotic joy of being a full-time mom to three kids, including premature twins. Through this whirlwind of motherhood, Mara mastered the art of adapting and thriving, skills that would become the secret sauce for her next big leap. ?

?Mara’s passion for tequila led her to found Inspiro Tequila, a brand with a mission to create clean, additive-free spirits. But more than that, she is committed to helping other women grow their businesses, largely by building networks and fostering support for one another. Mara has a genuine belief in helping women rise, and this commitment is woven into her brand's core mission of uplifting others along the way.

?One of the key lessons Mara shares in our conversation is the importance of delivering what she knows is best, regardless of external pressure. This drive for perfection, which mirrors my own, pushes her to be hands-on at every step of the process—even if it means delaying a product launch to ensure it’s exactly as she envisioned. Mara speaks candidly about her willingness to get into the weeds, overseeing every detail of Inspiro Tequila’s production, from sourcing the finest ingredients to refining the taste and design.

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For Mara, much like myself, ensuring quality is non-negotiable, and it’s this dedication to excellence that has driven her success!

?Mara’s journey reflects the unpredictability of life and the immense rewards one finds when embracing twists, turns, motherhood, and entrepreneurial mayhem.? She is building a brand (and community) dedicated to empowering other women in business, encouraging them to take risks and stay true to their vision.? It’s inspiring!

Tune in to hear more about how Mara is shaking up the tequila industry, and why resilience, reinvention, and staying true to your values are the ultimate ingredients for success.

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