Women of Color Rise

Analiza Quiroz Wolf

Welcome to the Women of Color Rise podcast! I'm Analiza Quiroz Wolf, proud Filipina American, mom of two, and former CEO of a non-profit and Captain in the US Air Force. My mission is to support having more diverse leaders at the table, especially women and people of color. We'll be talking with successful CEOs and C-suite women leaders of color and learning about their leadership journeys. If you are a woman or woman of color who wants a seat at the table, you're in the right place. Website: www.analizawolf.com

  1. 2d ago

    Curate Your Career and Go Abroad with Dr. Ruth Browne, Former CEO of Ronald McDonald House New York

    How can you curate your career for maximum impact? In this episode of Women of Color Rise, I speak with Dr. Ruth Browne—former CEO of Ronald McDonald House New York and three-time Fulbright Scholar. A graduate of Princeton, University of Michigan, and Harvard, Ruth brings a wealth of insight into social justice, health equity, and institutional building. Ruth is a proud African American woman with Caribbean roots and emphasizes that authentic leadership and intentionally curating your experiences rather than just chasing titles is key to driving lasting change. She shares lessons for rising leaders: •Own your identity: Bring your authentic self to your leadership; shared experiences shape your unique perspective. •Curate your career: Don't just chase titles—chase impact by deliberately seeking growth experiences that stretch you. •Build authentic partnerships: True impact comes from collective leadership and listening first. •Compassion is an action: Go beyond sympathy to address systemic issues and build solutions. •Never live in denial: Recognize real barriers like racism and sexism, and equip yourself with the tools to navigate them. Ruth's story shows that with identity, intentionality, and collective action, we can curate our own path to lead with purpose. Get full show notes and more information here: https://analizawolf.com/episode-129-curate-your-career-and-go-abroad-with-dr-ruth-browne

    Curate Your Career and Go Abroad with Dr. Ruth Browne, Former CEO of Ronald McDonald House New York

  2. Oct 8

    Hormonal Cycle Synching with Dr. Alicia Newsome

    How can understanding our hormones help women in leadership and life?   In this episode of Women of Color Rise, I speak with Dr. Alicia Newsome, a doctor, author of Worth of Rest, and Presidential Lifetime Achievement awardee. Alicia specializes in helping women work with their body's hormones, digestion, and metabolism rather than against them.   Alicia opens up about her health issues and how it led her to a mission of serving women of color in a functional medicine space that often ignores us.   She shares lessons for women leaders: •Own your identity. Understand how your background shapes your drive and your health. •Listen to your cycle. Learn the "Cycle Syncing" method to align your work and exercise with your hormonal phases. •Interrupt the "Yes." Practice the 24-hour rule before committing to new tasks to protect your capacity. •You are worthy of rest. Stop worshipping exhaustion and give yourself permission to do nothing. •Stay in your lane. Comparison is the thief of joy. Trust your unique purpose.   Alicia's story is a reminder that we are worthy of rest and can work, instead of against, our bodies.

    Hormonal Cycle Synching with Dr. Alicia Newsome

  3. Sep 10

    Stop People-Pleasing with Stephanie Hull, CEO of Girls Inc.

    How can you stop people pleasing?   In this episode of Women of Color Rise, I'm joined by Stephanie J. Hull, CEO of Girls Inc. Stephanie opens up about her journey from being a shy child to leading a national movement that inspires girls to be strong, smart, and bold.   We dive deep into why so many women struggle with people-pleasing. Stephanie explains the "biology of connection," how we are often socialized to prioritize being liked over being heard, and how that holds us back from our true leadership potential.   In this episode, we discuss: •Breaking the "Quiet" Stereotype: Why being quiet doesn't mean you lack confidence. •The People-Pleasing Trap: How the urge to fit in can lead us to "dim our light" to make others comfortable. •The Power of "No": Understanding that "ladylike" or "nice" shouldn't mean staying silent in the face of injustice. •Building a Support Squad: Surrounding yourself with a community that celebrates your boldness instead of policing your tone.   Stephanie reminds us that you don't have to wait for permission to be amazing. You are already enough, exactly as you are.   Get full show notes here: https://analizawolf.com/episode-127-stop-people-pleasing-with-stephanie-hull-ceo-of-girls-inc

    Stop People-Pleasing with Stephanie Hull, CEO of Girls Inc.

  4. Aug 13

    Radical Self-Care and Leading Through Crisis with Dr. Meisha Porter, Former NYC schools Chancellor

    How do you lead through the ultimate crisis while staying true to yourself?   In this episode of Women of Color Rise, I speak with Dr. Meisha Porter—lifelong educator and former NYC Schools Chancellor. Meisha was the first Black woman to lead the nation's largest school district, navigating the unprecedented challenges of COVID-19 and a mayoral transition.   A proud Black woman and "nurturer of community," Meisha shares the raw truth about the costs of high-level leadership and why "having it all" is a myth.   She shares lessons for rising leaders: •Reject the "Have It All" myth. Success without rest leads to burnout. You must pour back into yourself to stay in the game. •Lead with one version of you. Authenticity is a superpower. Whether on a keynote stage or in the grocery store, Meisha was the same Meisha. •Don't read the comments. Not everyone will like your decisions. Trust your integrity and the love of those who truly know you. •Practice radical self-care. As Audre Lordes shared, self-care is an act of political warfare. Do something selfishly for yourself today.   Through her journey, Meisha reminds us that the most important person to like and love you is you.

    Radical Self-Care and Leading Through Crisis with Dr. Meisha Porter, Former NYC schools Chancellor

  5. Jul 16

    Art as Resistance: Uplifting Women's Stories on Broadway with Jamila Ponton Bragg, Founder of JamRock Productions

    How can art serve as an act of resistance?    In this episode of Women of Color Rise, I speak with Jamila Ponton Bragg, founder of JamRock Productions and a leader named to the Broadway Women's Fund "Women to Watch" list. After 20 years in the nonprofit world, Jamila pivoted to theater, co-producing hits like Passover (2021), Death of a Salesman (2022), Tony Nominated Best Play Fat Ham (2023), The Whiz (2024), Gypsy (2024) and Soul Train (2025).   A proud African American woman, Jamila is on a mission to ensure women's stories have depth and aren't confined to tropes. She shares how she stayed true to her values while navigating the high-stakes world of Broadway. She shares lessons for rising leaders: •Art is Resistance. In a world that often marginalizes women of color, telling our stories is a powerful way to fight back. •Trust Your Instincts. Surround yourself with "your people"—those whose values and tastes align with your mission. •The Power of Showing Up. Leadership isn't always big gestures; it's the follow-up email, the check-in, and being present for others. •Find Your Mentors. Don't be afraid to send that "cold email." People are often more willing to help than you think. •Keep Your Message Consistent. Reliability and a clear mission build the trust needed to fundraise and lead through tough climates.   Jamila's story is a reminder that when we stand in our identity and support one another, we can change the narrative on the world's biggest stages.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://analizawolf.com/episode-125-art-as-resistance-uplifting-womens-stories-on-broadway-with-jamila-ponton-bragg

    Art as Resistance: Uplifting Women's Stories on Broadway with Jamila Ponton Bragg, Founder of JamRock Productions

  6. Jun 18

    Build a 230-Year Legacy with Cheryl McKissack Daniel

    How do you build a legacy that lasts five generations?    In this episode of Women of Color Rise, I speak with Cheryl McKissack Daniel, Former CEO of McKissack & McKissack, the oldest minority and woman-owned design and construction firm in the U.S. From JFK Airport to Columbia University, Cheryl's work shapes the very skyline of New York.   As a fifth-generation builder, Cheryl didn't always plan to run the family firm. She once dreamed of being an airline stewardess! But she realized that rather than climbing a corporate ladder where few looked like her, she could chart her own destiny and amplify a 230-year history of Black excellence.   She shares her "5 Ps" for building a lasting legacy: •Persistence: Show up in rooms where you aren't expected. Your presence is resistance. •Preparedness: Excellence erases doubt. Always be the most prepared person in the room. •Perseverance: Stay the course when progress feels slow. Legacies aren't built on a single win. •Productivity: Let your results speak for themselves. Quality is undeniable. •Prayer: Center yourself. Clarity and peace are your competitive advantages.   Cheryl's story models what it means to stand on the shoulders of ancestors and open doors for the next generation.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://analizawolf.com/episode-124-build-a-230-year-legacy-with-cheryl-mckissack-daniel

    Build a 230-Year Legacy with Cheryl McKissack Daniel

  7. May 21

    The Truth About Equity with Celeste Warren, Former VP and Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at Merck

    How can we move from fearing equity to championing it?    In this episode of Women of Color Rise, I speak with Celeste Warren, former Vice President and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Merck and author of The Truth About Equity. With nearly three decades of experience, Celeste has been recognized by Black Enterprise's "Top Executives in Global Diversity and Inclusion."   Celeste's father was the first black teacher and principal in western Pennsylvania. She shares how her "dinner table lessons" taught her that while obstacles are real, they are never an excuse to stop succeeding. She opens up about the internal struggle of stepping into a DEI role as a woman of color and how she learned to stop "putting her blackness to the back." She shares powerful lessons for rising leaders: The Rocks and the Fence. Equity isn't about taking things away; it's about providing the "rocks" needed to see over systemic fences while we work to tear those fences down. Boil Your Own Pot. You don't have to save the world alone. Impact starts by influencing the two or three people immediately around you. Growth vs. Fixed Mindset. View opportunity as a bar graph that can rise infinitely, rather than a finite pie where one person's gain is another's loss. Embrace Your "Lock and Load" Energy. Learn to balance your drive with a "servant leadership" heart that nurtures and protects your team.   Celeste's journey to global DEI leader is a wonderful model of authenticity and intentionality.   Get full show notes and more information here:

    The Truth About Equity with Celeste Warren, Former VP and Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at Merck

  8. Apr 23

    Build a "Tribe" Culture with Celeste Thompson, Founder of Tribe Consulting

    How can we move from fearing equity to championing it?    In this episode of Women of Color Rise, I speak with Celeste Warren, former Vice President and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Merck and author of The Truth About Equity. With nearly three decades of experience, Celeste has been recognized by Black Enterprise's "Top Executives in Global Diversity and Inclusion."   Celeste's father was the first black teacher and principal in western Pennsylvania. She shares how her "dinner table lessons" taught her that while obstacles are real, they are never an excuse to stop succeeding. She opens up about the internal struggle of stepping into a DEI role as a woman of color and how she learned to stop "putting her blackness to the back." She shares powerful lessons for rising leaders: •The Rocks and the Fence. Equity isn't about taking things away; it's about providing the "rocks" needed to see over systemic fences while we work to tear those fences down. •Boil Your Own Pot. You don't have to save the world alone. Impact starts by influencing the two or three people immediately around you. •Growth vs. Fixed Mindset. View opportunity as a bar graph that can rise infinitely, rather than a finite pie where one person's gain is another's loss. •Embrace Your "Lock and Load" Energy. Learn to balance your drive with a "servant leadership" heart that nurtures and protects your team.   Celeste's journey to global DEI leader is a wonderful model of authenticity and intentionality.   Get full show notes and more information here:https://analizawolf.com/episode-122-build-a-tribe-culture-with-celeste-thompson-founder-of-tribe-consulting

    Build a "Tribe" Culture with Celeste Thompson, Founder of Tribe Consulting
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Welcome to the Women of Color Rise podcast! I'm Analiza Quiroz Wolf, proud Filipina American, mom of two, and former CEO of a non-profit and Captain in the US Air Force. My mission is to support having more diverse leaders at the table, especially women and people of color. We'll be talking with successful CEOs and C-suite women leaders of color and learning about their leadership journeys. If you are a woman or woman of color who wants a seat at the table, you're in the right place. Website: www.analizawolf.com

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  • Creator
    Analiza Quiroz Wolf
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    93
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Analiza Quiroz Wolf
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    Women of Color Rise