Journeys to Equity

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Journeys to Equity

Welcome to CenterForce's Journeys to Equity Podcast, where we explore the inspiring stories of diverse leaders and women who have conquered challenges to achieve remarkable success. Join us as we uncover the pivotal moments and strategies that propelled them forward, offering invaluable insights and tools for driving meaningful change. Tune in to learn from their experiences and accelerate your own journey towards equity and empowerment. 

  1. An Entrepreneurs Journey from Wall Street to Paragon Legal

    30/07/2024

    An Entrepreneurs Journey from Wall Street to Paragon Legal

    Trista Engel, CEO of Paragon Legal, and Jessica Markowitz, President & COO of Paragon Legal, share their journey from the 2008 Wall Street Financial Crisis to raising money to buying Paragon Legal and now successfully growing the business. Listen to this inspiring journey. What were and how did they overcome the Gender Stereotypes and challenges they faced raising money and in pitching VCs? Why did they select Paragon Legal and how has the flex talent changed and encouraged diverse ...

    41 min
  2. Tonya Mitchem Grindon on Breaking Bias and Seizing Opportunities

    23/02/2024

    Tonya Mitchem Grindon on Breaking Bias and Seizing Opportunities

    In this episode, we are joined by Tonya Mitchem Grindon, a trailblazing Partner at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC, as she shares her remarkable journey to equity in the corporate world. From her humble beginnings in rural Alabama to assuming the helm of the business department, Tonya's narrative epitomizes ambition, resilience, and triumph over biases. Reflecting on her experiences, she explores the significance of seizing opportunities, cultivating networks, and embra...

    51 min
  3. Nancy Del Pizzo on Professional Fulfillment and the Power of Organizational Culture

    22/02/2024

    Nancy Del Pizzo on Professional Fulfillment and the Power of Organizational Culture

    In this episode, we shine a spotlight on Nancy Del Pizzo, Partner at Rivkin Radler LLP, as she shares her remarkable journey from the publishing industry to the legal profession, with a focus on intellectual property law. Nancy offers candid insights into her career transition, discussing the challenges she encountered in publishing, the appeal of intellectual property law, and the pivotal moments that shaped her path. Emphasizing the importance of organizational culture, Nancy advises listen...

    47 min
  4. Jenna Gabay on Navigating Dual Realms: Litigation and Motherhood

    01/02/2024

    Jenna Gabay on Navigating Dual Realms: Litigation and Motherhood

    In this podcast episode, Jenna Gabay, a seasoned attorney and partner at Rivkin Radler LLP, unfolds her journey through the legal profession, placing a spotlight on her interplay between motherhood and career ambitions. Jenna provides nuanced insights into her distinctive legal practice, seamlessly navigating the realms of commercial litigation and trust and estates litigation. She also candidly recounts her early experiences, juggling family life while ascending the corporate ladder, and det...

    43 min
  5. Building Community & Providing Resources: TCDI's Impact on Military Spouses

    25/04/2023

    Building Community & Providing Resources: TCDI's Impact on Military Spouses

    In this episode Colleen Sweeney, Jennifer Andres, Janet Hamilton, and John Mielitz from TCDI discuss the unique challenges faced by military spouses that can make it difficult for them to pursue their personal and professional goals. Frequent moves, deployments, and the demands of military life can make it difficult to build a stable career or find a supportive community. TCDI is committed to providing resources and support to navigate through these challenges. We discuss personal ...

    53 min
  6. Eva Heintz On Building Grit

    18/11/2022

    Eva Heintz On Building Grit

    Building a Foundation for Success This episode highlights the career journey of Eva Heintz, Chair of The Board of Directors at Solvay GGF. Eva initially trained as a chemist, and therefore, understands the advantage that comes with being exposed to science at a young age. This goes doubly so for women and traditionally underrepresented groups. As an Asian woman, Eva learned how to leverage that background in order to move her career forward. She is now in a position to offer invalu...

    43 min
  7. Desiree Wolfe on Deliberateness, Diversity, and Representation

    03/11/2022

    Desiree Wolfe on Deliberateness, Diversity, and Representation

    We can all do something to become better.In this episode, Desiree Wolfe, Senior Director at Salesforce, highlights the importance of intentionality in our processes towards progress. She emphasizes that as leaders, peers, colleagues, and professionals, it is imperative that we all be transparent in recognizing the areas of our workspaces and mindsets that need to be transformed. She tells her audience that every opportunity is one to learn, develop, and advocate. As a woman of color and the d...

    48 min
  8. Noreen Kelly On Mastering the Balancing Act

    27/10/2022

    Noreen Kelly On Mastering the Balancing Act

    Honoring Commitments to Others While Honoring Commitments to YourselfIn this episode, Noreen Kelly, Partner at McGuireWoods, shares her career development from a junior associate to a partner while being a single mother of two. The key to her success is getting clear with what she wants and actively advocating for herself. Her stories reveal the same struggles many working moms have with balancing their professional and personal life. This especially holds true in the legal profession. As a m...

    43 min
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Welcome to CenterForce's Journeys to Equity Podcast, where we explore the inspiring stories of diverse leaders and women who have conquered challenges to achieve remarkable success. Join us as we uncover the pivotal moments and strategies that propelled them forward, offering invaluable insights and tools for driving meaningful change. Tune in to learn from their experiences and accelerate your own journey towards equity and empowerment. 

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  • Creador
    CenterForce USA
  • Años de actividad
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodios
    50
  • Clasificación
    Apto
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    © 2024 Centerforce USA
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