Conversations for Equal Pay

In this interview with Enna Jimenez, she shares small things we can do in light of the most recent global COVID-19 pandemic, how to gain sponsorship at work successfully, and why it's just good business to pay people what they are worth. Thank you to our partners, ALPFA Boston and National Diversity Council.

Susana Contreras Mendez is the daughter of immigrants, first of her family to go to college and a champion for higher-ed. Her initial plans were to attend community college until she received some unwelcome advice from an educator who explained that she should train to become a flight attendant because she spoke Spanish. She says, "...being a strong-willed Latina with a drive and motivation to cha...

Dr. Patricia Campos Medina is a nationally recognized labor and political leader. Patricia is considered an expert on issues related to workers' rights, immigration policy, and international trade. In this interview, she reveals her secret sauce to success and why being your authentic self is critical to advancing at work. Thanks to our partners, LUPE PAC and Amplify Latinx. Learn more at www.lati...

In honor of Asian American Equal Pay Day, we highlight an interview with Dr. Joanne Li, formerly Dean of the Raj Soin School of Business at Wright State at the time of this interview, now Dean of Ryder Eminent Scholar Chair in Business. In this startling yet real-girl-talk conversation, Li discusses stereotypes for Asian women and even intimidation tactics she's experienced at work. Yet Li talks a...

Marysol Castro recently made history by becoming the first Public Address Announcer for the New York Mets. This new calling would also make her the first Latina Public Address Announcer in the entire MLB. Having worked as a journalist and commentator for several years, in this interview, Marysol discusses why she's pushing back on everyday media and plans to make sure Latinas have more visibility....

What some may consider a dream job, Erika Swilley, Senior Director of Community and Social Responsibility for the Detroit Pistons, discusses the excellent work she is doing to empower its community. She also shares whether women should lean in for opportunities when they don't meet all the necessary qualifications and advises how other women and girls can land a job in sports.

In 2017, Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia made history as the second woman to hold her seat since 1837! She's known for shaking things up in her city and also established a record-staff comprised of a majority of women and women of color. In this interview, Valencia discusses the necessity of mental health care and how companies can strengthen when they support women. Our partners in this episode...

In this interview with Carla M. Kupe, Esq, she speaks about the power of authenticity, what it means to boldly speak up about injustices, and how that impacts the inequality black women are experiencing in the workplace. She discusses the power we each have to change how our workplaces operate. Highlighted in this episode are words from our allies, SRW Sports Marketing & Digital Media and The Mela...

In this honest conversation with Senator Ruiz she discusses what it means to have thick skin as a political leader. She shares why bringing your whole self to work matters and how her Senate candidacy was a way to remember her father.

Tune in to listen to this powerhouse discuss her challenges, hard work, and hurdles on her journey to leadership and her passion for making the world a better place. Plus, Cherita Ellens leaves our audiences with some eye-opening details about gender disparity.

In this cheerful interview with Dr. Jessica Esquivel, learn a bit about the work of a particle physicist. Being in such an exclusive world, traditionally comprised of white men, she opens up about what it felt like being an Only then finding that space that accepted her multiple identities. Also, Dr. Esquivel speaks out about the universal code of silence regarding pay. Highlighted in this episode...

In this honest conversation with Lenora Hardy Foster, we discuss the prove it again syndrome which is common for women of color, what it takes for a woman to lead and how to cope with the pay gap impacting women of color at every level. Partners and allies highlighted in this episode are Laurie Morse-Dell, Regional Leader of Lean In Michigan, Rosario Ubiera-Minaya, Executive Director of Amplify La...

In this interview, Dorri discusses successful personality traits for leadership, why it's not that complicated to close the pay gap and what it means for women of color to leave behind a legacy. Highlighted in this episode is President Pro Tempore Elizabeth Brown of the Columbus, Ohio City Council, Tania Del Rio Solorzano, Executive Director at the Mayor's Office of Women's Advancement in Boston a...

In this interview, Amy S. Hilliard discusses prioritizing family, taking a BIG business risk and winning, and what Lean In means for women of color.

In this interview with Illinois State's Attorney Kimberly Foxx, she discusses Black women's complex experiences with the criminal justice system, what it means to be an effective, unapologetic leader, how companies can be intentional to create a more inclusive and diverse workforce. Thanks to allies and partner highlighted in this episode, National Organization for Women, National Organization for...

Do you think attending an Ivy League school guarantees success? In this interview Andrea Zopp discusses what type of education matters to get ahead, how to address bias and unfair pay in the workplace and how women of color should broach mentorship. Thanks to allies and partner highlighted in this episode, the Institute for Women's Policy Research, Closing the Women's Wealth Gap, and YWCA Metropol...