“We got to survive to run the race. So, it is very important that we find mechanisms, and we create support systems to save ourselves along this path.” Kimberly Bryant is the founder and CEO of the Black Innovation Lab and Ascend Ventures Tech. A little over ten years ago, Bryant wanted to see more […]
In today’s corporate landscape, diversity and inclusion initiatives have gained significant momentum, yet the journey for Black female professionals remains a unique and often challenging one. Everyone is an individual coming to work from different places and backgrounds and it is true that personality traits and opportunities from a young age makes a difference. I […]
“I have a lot of passion for what I’m doing,” relates Vanessa McMichael, Head of Corporate & Public Entity (CPE) Strategy at Wells Fargo. “I want to make the most of each day that is in front of me.” McMichael shares her insights on finding her niche in the financial industry, using her voice to […]
Leadership succession is key to project a company forward. Identifying and training new leaders is essential to diversify and spur healthy and creative growth. At the same time, it is critical to ground succession solidly on the acquired experience of older leaders: their knowledge, practices, criteria, ideas, values, and vision. As leaders, we focus on […]
Natalie Gill is responsible for helping drive the continued evolution of PGIM’s DEI strategy and deepening and broadening diversity partnerships both externally and internally, with a focus on the EMEA region. In addition, she focuses on developing global research and thought leadership to create positive change in the asset management industry. “I’ve had a varied […]
It’s fair to say that being subject to criticism is not an enjoyable experience even when it is given as feedback and in the spirit of professional development. The fears of embarrassment, shame, and rejection are real, and those emotions are also natural – it is the coping mechanism of defensiveness that is worth preventing […]
This week, we continue with more words of wisdom from women leaders we’ve interviewed throughout 2023. Through the months, we’ve spoken to women who are impacting change, shaking up leadership and transforming perspectives. We’ve talked to women in top leadership positions and founders introducing their own new visions into the world. Please make sure to […]
This year, we’ve interviewed impact leaders, change makers and women who are shaking up senior leadership and creating new roles. Once again, it’s our honor to amplify the voices of the women who are becoming the change they want to see – whether that’s recalibrating leadership approaches to shift the paradigm, birthing their own vision […]
“A couple of things are true for everyone. One, every person will experience hardship. It’s the human condition. Two, no one invites or wants or desires hardship. But three, the art of living is to find the space in between those two things.” We talked to Lindsey Roy, SVP Strategy & Brand at Hallmark Cards. […]
When you’re going through a hard time in your personal life, you’re probably not thinking about how it might impact your career. It’s often hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel when you’re dealing with a personal setback. But, going through such things can uniquely position you to excel in leadership […]