Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of Business

Megan sits down with Richelle Montoya to discuss how she got her position, the youth vote that showed up for her, and her advice for young women who want to get involved in community advocacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We sit down with Sadé Dozan, Chief of Operations and Development at Caring Across Generations, to discuss how caregiving responsibilities disproportionally fall on women and women of color, how the pandemic helped to shine a light on the role of caregiving, and the importance of business leaders' role in prioritizing care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Megan sits down with Tamia Potter to discuss what interested her in neuroscience, attending an HBCU for undergrad, and the joys of southern food. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We sit down with Rumaitha Al Busaidi, Omani marine scientist and advocate for environmental youth leadership, to discuss what inspired her climate change work, how women are more affected by climate change globally, and other environmental leaders you should be following. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Megan sits down with Emma-Jay Webber to discuss what brought her to the pageant world, the false image of "the perfect woman" in the beauty industry, and how she balances her pageant life with her full-time job as a forklift operator. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We sit down with Liz Ryan, Founder and CEO of Human Workplace, to discuss the importance of nurturing a strong, human-centric workplace, the dwindling of social contracts in company culture, and the similarities between being an opera singer and working in HR.Find out more about Liz and Human Workplace here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizryan/Email: Support@humanworkplace.com Learn more...

We're kicking off our new History Makers series with a big one! Tune in to hear Megan interview Amna Nawaz, the co-anchor of PBS NewsHour (which regular listeners will know is Megan's favorite news program!). We talk about Amna's career path from law to journalism, her passion for diversity in the media, and all the women who make things happen behind the scenes at PBS. Learn more about your ad ch...

We sit down with Hilda Gan, President and Chief People Officer of People Bright Consulting Inc., to discuss creating a healthy work culture, navigating constructive conflict as a manager, and the importance of continuing education to improve job performance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We sit down with Jennifer Carlson, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Apprenti, to discuss apprenticeships, moving from consuming talent to producing talent, and recent tech layoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We sit down with Krish O'Mara Vignarajah, President and CEO of Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, to discuss what led her to serve the immigrant community, her five years in the Obama administration, and working with companies to help them invite immigrant talent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We sit down with Karen Dillon, author of The Microstress Effect, to discuss being exposed to second-hand and social stress, finding fulfillment in your life, and taking time for yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We sit down with Spicy Mari, Founder and CEO of The Spicy Life, to discuss finding your purpose mate, how to show up and do the work, and the tough parts of self love, self care, and self awareness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We sit down with Jenna Fisher, author of To the Top: How Women in Corporate Leadership Are Rewriting the Rules for Success, to discuss pay equity, the strength of networking, and receiving tough feedback as a woman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We sit down with David Meltzer to discuss self awareness, finding happiness and gratitude, and investing in women and people of color. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We sit down with Leslie Wingo, CEO at Sanders\Wingo, to discuss creating cultures of belonging, having the important conversations about DEI, and how to be patient in order to make real solutions happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We sit down with Freada Kapor Klein, Founder of the Level Playing Field Institute, to discuss sexual harassment in the workplace, closing opportunity gaps for lower-income individuals, and the need for intersectionality in everything we do. We also discuss her new book, "Closing the Equity Gap: Creating Wealth and Fostering Justice in Startup Investing," which has been met with acclaim from Al Gor...

We sit down with Natalia Ball and Molly McAllister to discuss the importance of representation in leadership, normalizing parental leave for all, and how pets change the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, executive coach Sushil Cheema will discuss her journey into coaching and explore how setting visions that build cohesion among teams, especially in a remote environment, can help take the next step in your career. She will also cover topics such as confidence issues that leaders may face, her experience as a solo-preneur, and the differences between coaching and therapy. Lastly, S...

This week, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Brooke Bartholomay Quinn, Chief Customer Officer at Carrot Fertility. With her vast experience and insight into reproductive health, Brooke is the perfect person to discuss normalizing menopause, perimenopause, and fertility care in the workplace. We’ll also be delving into how healthcare companies and doctors often treat childfree women differe...

Soyini Chan Shue's commitment to providing safety as a fundamental human right has made her a true champion in the securities industry. Listen to hear more about Soyini's story of trailblazing in an unfamiliar environment and her vision for a better future. We sit down with Soyini, Owner and Founder of City Safe Partners, to discuss her journey in a male-dominated field, the opportunities she prov...

Dr. Carol Parker Walsh has taken a unique path to becoming one of the leading executive coaches in the corporate world. After a life-changing car accident, she decided to follow her intuition and start her own consulting firm, focusing on working with women who want to make a difference in their own lives and those around them. Carol is the founder of Carol Parker Walsh Consulting, a firm focused...

Deepa Purushothaman is a powerful force in the world of business and corporate America. She is a passionate advocate for women of color, advocating for their recognition and advancement in the workplace. As the co-founder of nFormation, she has dedicated her career to helping other women of color break down barriers and redefine power in corporate America. On the show, Deepa shares her wisdom and...

Jill McGinley is a perfect example of taking a non-linear career path in the corporate world. She started out as a Retirement Consultant for Lincoln Financial Group before working her way up to her current role, Vice President of Workplace and CX Marketing Adoption Operations - a job that she never could have imagined having when she started out. In this episode, Jill will share her story of navig...

If you're looking for ways to streamline your business operations or gain insight into the ever-changing supply chain, then look no further! We've got the perfect episode for you. Join us for "Navigating the Supply Chain," where Maria Villablanca, Co-founder and CEO of Future Insights Network, shares her unique perspective on navigating the supply chain successfully in an unstable world. Gain know...

Amy Borsetti has been in the tech industry for over a decade, constantly pushing boundaries on the path to success. As she takes us through her journey of leadership and self-discovery, Amy shares her stories of being an out queer woman in the workplace and how she has seen positive changes with regards to inclusivity over the past few years. She also offers valuable insight into how to be a posit...