the NECC createHER Podcast
Women Making Waves in Business and Beyond
Conversation, Navigation & Inspiration for Women Making Waves in Business & Beyond
createHER is a podcast that celebrates and elevates the real stories of women who are making waves across industries. Hosted by Kimberly Thomas, founder of New England Coastal Creative (NECC), createHER dives deep into the journeys of trailblazers and visionaries, sharing the grit, wisdom, and drive that have powered them to break barriers and redefine success.
Each episode spotlights creative entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and innovators making an undeniable impact in their fields. But we’re not just about success stories – we go beyond, exploring the motivations, challenges, and defining moments that shape these journeys.
Think of us as a pleasure cruise with a purpose: our unique approach blends insight with entertainment as we sail through the stories, secrets, and golden nuggets of wisdom from those who’ve charted their own paths.
From the latest trends and strategies to candid conversations about legacy and purpose, createHER offers more than conversation; it’s a source of inspiration, practical guidance, and the fuel for women ready to energize their brands, excite their creativity, and engage with fresh opportunities.
createHER doesn’t just celebrate success – we celebrate the journey, the courage, and the community that drives it forward. So come aboard, connect with a powerhouse network, and get ready to make waves.
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MEET YOUR HOST KIM THOMAS
After a brief career on Wall Street, Kim followed her passion for design, launching a successful career spanning over 25 years. She has designed and marketed stationery, gifts, fashion, and home décor inspired by the classic sophistication of Southern New England’s shores.
In 2016, Kim launched Shorelines Illustrated, a media brand celebrating Coastal New England’s distinctive life and leisure. With an innate gift for connection, she founded New England Coastal Creative (NECC) in 2020, leveraging her extensive network and content expertise to connect brands with the audience they inspire.
Through digital platforms and dynamic event activations, NECC delivers engaging content and memorable experiences for luxury brands and destinations, energizing vendors, venues, and tastemakers. By fostering meaningful connections and spotlighting the lifestyle and brands her audience loves to seek, shop, and savor, Kim has made connection her superpower, building a creative community that thrives.
On a personal note, Kim lives in Greenwich, CT, with her husband of nearly 25 years, Alex—affectionately known to many as “Mr. Kim”—and their two college-aged children, Matthew and Lauren. When she’s not connecting and creating, you’ll find her at the beach with a glass of bubbly at sunset, always dreaming of her next getaway to the Cape and Nantucket, although South County, RI has also become a new favorite. Kim cherishes time spent with friends, sharing laughs and coastal stories, and always planning the next great adventure.
