Wake Women

Brittney Bogues '09 a serial entrepreneur and PR expert, shares her career journey and the impact of her experiences at Wake Forest University. She discusses her love for special events and sustainability, as well as her passion for community and learning. Brittney emphasizes the importance of finding mentors and being a mentor, and she shares her personal experience with domestic violence advocac...

In this conversation, Kate T. Parker '98 discusses her book 'Force of Nature' and the importance of empowering young girls to find their voice and believe in themselves. She shares stories of girls who have used their voices to make a difference, such as a group of high school seniors who fought to change Title IX regulations. Parker also discusses the role of organizations like Girl Scouts and Gi...

Through approaching life with authenticity and creativity, Serena Dugan’s passion is to bring beauty to the world around her. She co-founded Serena and Lily, a design-driven luxury furniture and home accessories company. Now, she leads Serena Dugan Design, an art and textile design studio that reflects her unique talent and philosophy. In this episode, we talk about Serena’s successful business, h...

A turn of the century pocket watch that sold for $24 million. An original copy of the constitution that was auctioned for over $43 million. Who buys and sells these extraordinary items? Meet Meaghan Steele, Auctioneer and Director of Luxury Business Operations at Sothebys. As an Art History major at Wake Forest, Meaghan was trained to research and interpret artifacts in the context of our history...

In a time when we feel more splintered than ever, it’s essential to build bridges across differences. Tycely Williams has spent her career in the nonprofit space, navigating the tension between problem and possibility. As Chief Development Officer at the Bipartisan Policy Center Tycely helps bring together politicians from across the aisle to make a positive impact. She will talk about her work an...

We talk to former Congresswoman Donna Edwards '80 about all things politics--the state of the 2024 race, Project 2025, and Supreme Court ethics. Listen to Donna's inspiring life story that led her to a life of service. Recorded August 7, 2024.

Is there a story from your family’s past that you’ve always wanted to explore? Is there a missing branch in your family tree you’re curious about? Do you want to research an ancestor’s life but don’t know where to start? Well, you’re in luck! Because archivist and genealogist Tanya Zanish-Belcher has the knowledge to get you started.

Camille Love '73 brings beauty, joy, and meaning to the citizens and visitors of Atlanta through the arts. As the Executive Director of the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, she's committed to cultural justice, believing that the arts should be available and accessible to everyone. Camille will inspire you with her life philosophy and the impact she's made on the community around her...

Through their groundbreaking research on the integration of dance and neuroscience with Parkinson’s patients, Drs. Soriano and Hugenschmidt uncovered cutting edge data about how movement can change the way your brain works. This podcast will break down the science behind movement and give you tips to improve your daily life.

How can “doing good” and “doing well” intersect to create a business and make a difference in the world? In 2014, Wake Forest University graduate Alice Brown '03 decided to find out. She left her law career to found GoodSteps, a for-profit flip flop business whose core mission is to direct substantial, sustainable funding to organizations currently engaged in the fight to eradicate hunger. Tod...

Talk show hosts for President? Sports heros for the Senate? Why do celebrities have an advantage in political runs, but may come up short when it comes time for governing? Join political scientist Lauren Wright '10 as she gives us insight into her research into celebrities and politics. We'll also discuss the growing importance of first spouses in forwarding the President's message and...

As President of career coaching business Career Maven, Tiffany Tate, '07, MALS '11 helps people become the CEO of their professional lives. She demystifies the job search process for new, emerging and seasonal professionals in transition. Tiffany will share her insight to help you own your own career story so you can shine brighter in a crowded marketplace and attract your dream job with c...

Life is not something that happens to you; it’s something you make happen! Join actor, writer and producer Kate Lambert (’03) as Mary Tribble (’82, MA ’19) learns about how she took the leading role in her own career. In the competitive world of entertainment, Lambert learned early on that she needed to set the stage for her own success. Hear Lambert’s funny and poignant stories about her successe...

Join us on May 10 for the launch of Wake Women! Listen to the introduction for more information.