By Jessica Darmoni “With the GENIUS Act establishing a federal framework for stablecoin issuance, the window to define what responsible stablecoin infrastructure looks like is right now,” says Caroline Friedman. “That is a moment I wanted to be a part of, and it has been energizing to build a strong team at Bastion to seize […]
In our last article, we looked at the gap between doing great work and ensuring that work is recognized. Visibility, we argued, isn’t about becoming louder or more self-promotional. It’s about making sure your contributions are understood by the people making decisions about your career. Remote and hybrid work introduce another layer of complexity: even […]
By Jessica Darmoni “I have built genuine trust and strong relationships with my team here at Citadel, which go beyond the day-today work,” says Jeanine Oliva, Global Head of Tax Operations at Citadel and Treasurer of WILD Gives Back. “Taking the time to get to know team members as individuals deepens trust, fosters collaboration and […]
“I used to have the mindset that if I kept my head down and worked hard, I’d be recognized for that and promoted in time.” That is how Heather Garland, Vice President and Global Chief Marketing Officer at PGIM Investments, describes an assumption a lot of high performers carry, one she eventually learned is not […]
“Leadership isn’t about directing from the sidelines,” says Charlotte Weir. “It’s about standing shoulder to shoulder with your team, celebrating success together and, when things don’t go to plan, being the first to own it.” In a career spanning nearly three decades, Weir has operated by a consistent set of principles: be genuine, be present, […]
By Jessica Darmoni “Make sure to manage your career,” says Patricia Lunkes. “And that your career is not managing you.” After more than four decades in human resources and as founder of Parkway Consulting Group, Lunkes has spent her career watching people at pivotal moments, whether being hired, promoted or laid off. From that vantage […]
By Jessica Darmoni “What an incredible purpose the derivatives markets play… price discovery and risk management together represent a massive economic purpose for being,” says Melinda Schramm. “Beyond traditional and agricultural markets, they are essential in emerging markets, shaping how we manage risk and our future. I am proud to be part of something that […]
Are you in a place in your career where everything appears to be working and yet something no longer feels quite right? You are still delivering, meeting expectations, and seen as successful. But underneath the surface, is there a quieter, nagging sense that the role you are in was built for a version of you […]
“My entire career has been motivated by answering exam questions that I’m passionate about,” says Julia Hoggett. “I’ve had the privilege of being able to answer them in each of the seats that I’ve been in, and I’ve learned to trust that those questions and opportunities will manifest over time.” When the Glass Hammer first […]
By Jessica Darmoni “Imagine you start a new job and your boss gives you a Mac, but you are used to a PC,” said Michelle Ann Gitliz, Founder & CEO of Change Agents Technologies, Inc. a SaaS company that leverages its proprietary AI and automation platforms to transform how businesses manage compliance. “It’s a condition […]