Getting to the Top!

🎙 Episode 88: Leading with Purpose – Environmental Advocacy & Female Leadership with Cherisse Braithwaite-Joseph In this powerful episode of Getting to the Top!, host Racquel Moses sits down with Cherisse Braithwaite-Joseph, CEO of The Cropper Foundation and a lifelong advocate for sustainability and social equity. With a master’s degree in environmental management and deep roots in community-base...

In this inspiring episode of Getting to the Top!, I sit down with Stacy Smith-Henderson, a seasoned leader with over 20 years of experience in telecommunications and technology. From her early days at Board Communications to her current leadership role, Stacy shares the lessons that have shaped her journey—emphasizing self-awareness, teamwork, and the courage to learn from mistakes. Tune in to hea...

What does it take to reimagine the way we live, build, and lead in the face of climate change? In this episode, I sit down with Sarah El Battouty, a globally recognized architect, green entrepreneur, and climate policy powerhouse, who has spent over two decades reshaping sustainable development in the MENA region and beyond. From advising the Egyptian President, to building the first Carbon Neutra...

In this episode of Getting to the Top!,I sit down with Lara Quentrall-Thomas, a powerhouse in HR and recruitment with over 30 years of experience. As the Founder and Chairman of Regency Recruitment and Resources, Lara has built a reputation as a leader in strategic HR planning, corporate training, and business networking. Beyond the boardroom, she is deeply committed to philanthropy and social imp...

Join us on Getting to the Top! as we sit down with Nathalie Richards, CEO of SEO London, a groundbreaking charity that has helped over 9,000 students from underrepresented backgrounds secure careers in competitive industries. Under her leadership, SEO London has expanded internationally, including the Finance Academy in Paris, which now supports hundreds of students annually. With two decades of e...

Welcome to another episode of Getting to the Top!, where we explore impactful female leaders seeking to inspire women to pursue leadership positions. Today, we’re diving into the world of digital payments, financial inclusion, and business development with Danielle Dumas. As Director of Business Development & Account Management at Mastercard, Danielle is at the forefront of driving digitizatio...

In this episode of "Getting to the Top," Martha Miller, CEO of National Rums of Jamaica, shares her inspiring journey as the first female CEO in Jamaica's rum industry. Martha discusses how she broke barriers in a male-dominated field, overcame challenges, and built a career spanning various industries. She highlights her passion for learning, leading with compassion, and her commitment to empower...

On Episode 81 of Getting to the Top!, Diane Edwards, shares her impressive leadership journey and insights on authenticity in business. Currently leading the Professional Services Unit at the Mona School of Business & Management, Edwards discusses her focus on growing the consultancy into an internationally recognized partner for both businesses and governments. In just one year, she introduced 8...

Join us in this inspiring episode as we sit down with Nneka Chiazor, a 20-year veteran of the telecommunications industry, and the Market Vice President for Hampton Roads at Cox Communications. Nneka leads a team of over 1300 individuals, delivering exceptional service to more than 300,000 customers. Starting her career as a robotics programmer, Nneka’s journey has been marked by leadership excell...

On Episode 79 of *Getting to the Top!*, Dr. Cleanne Gabriel shares insights from her two books and the importance of supporting small entrepreneurs in the renewable energy sector. Racquel and Dr. Gabriel dive into leadership, communication, and the science challenges within climate action, emphasizing the need for skills beyond just scientific knowledge. Dr. Gabriel also reflects on her non-tradit...

On Episode 78 of "Getting to the Top!", I had the honour to chat with Dr. Najiba Benabess, an esteemed leader in business education and the Dean of the School of Business at Elizabethtown College. With a Ph. D. in Economics and extensive executive experience, Dr. Benabess shares her insights on the evolving role of business education, her groundbreaking book "Irreplaceable Human Intelligence: Surp...

In this powerful episode, I sat down with Anya Ayoung-Chee for an in-depth conversation on a range of personal and professional topics. Anya shares her journey from Miss Universe to Project Runway champion and how she's empowering Caribbean creatives through ventures like Wildflower. The discussion takes a heartfelt turn as we reflect on the profound impact of loss and grief, sharing how these exp...

Join me for an inspiring conversation with Amal Yusuf, General Manager of ACS Field Support at Delta Air Lines, as we share personal and professional journeys. In this episode, Amal discusses her incredible path from Somalia to her leadership role at Delta, where she manages initiatives for a 30,000-member team. Discover how she overcame challenges of adaptation, financial adversity, and systemic...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Rachel Welch-Phillips, a trailblazing attorney and Head of Legal & Compliance of the banking sector at the ANSA McAL Group. With a career spanning international law firms and senior executive roles, Rachel’s journey is one of resilience, adaptation, and empowerment. 🌍 Growing up as a diplomat’s daughter, Rachel faced the challenges of being an expat, ove...

Join me in an inspiring discussion with Victoria Miles and Isabella da Costa Mendes, co-CEOs of Impact A Global, as they share insights on career achievements, founding their venture, and the power of diversity in leadership. They delve into challenges for women in fund management, the transformative potential of Impact Aid, and invaluable career advice. Discover the benefits of collaboration in l...

Welcome to "Getting to the Top!" where we explore the journeys of exceptional leaders and their climb to success. In today's episode, we sit down with Anna-Alisa Goindoo, an accomplished Sales and Marketing professional with over two decades of experience spanning various industries. From her roots in Psychology at the University of the West Indies to her strategic pursuits at Anglia Ruskin Univer...

Join us as we dive deep into the transformative insights of Susan Colantuono, an inveterate traveler and internationally renowned author, consultant, and speaker. Discover the four keys that have revolutionized women’s leadership development, bridging the gender gap at the top. From the Missing 33% in career success to PIE Mentoring, Susan’s wisdom will elevate your business savvy, leadership skil...

Discover the inspiring journey of Chalana McFarland, a 2021 Presidential Executive Clemency Recipient, as she shares her incredible story on "Getting to the Top!" Join me in exploring her path from a first-time offender serving 17 years in federal custody to becoming a vocal advocate for criminal justice and prison reform. Chalana, a former law practitioner, honors graduate of Florida A&M Universi...

Sacha Thompson is the Co-Founder and CEO of The Customer Experience Company Ltd. (EXCO), a company she started in 2018 based on her passion for and understanding of the importance of customer experience, as a key differentiator and growth driver for businesses. At EXCO, Sacha and the team, work with companies to transform the customer experience, using proven tools and methodologies to drive custo...

Karen Sack is a co-founder and Executive Director of the Ocean Risk and Resilience Action Alliance (ORRAA), a unique multi-sector collaboration between the private sector, governments, and civil society designed to build resilience in regions and communities most vulnerable to ocean risk. This involves pioneering finance and insurance products that incentivize investment in nature-based solutions....

Helen Gradstein is the Regional Digital Finance Specialist and representative covering the Eastern Caribbean for the United Nations Capital Development Fund, based in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. She is an expert in digital finance and financial inclusion and is passionate about ensuring that financial inclusion policies and programmes protect consumers, empower women, and support financial...

Karen McDonald Gayle is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Caribbean Biodiversity Fund (CBF) a regional umbrella environmental fund that uses a flexible structure to facilitate innovative solutions and consolidate regional conservation impacts. Karen is a Jamaican national with over 25 years of experience in civil society participation, public sector policy development, and project design, K...

Dr. Auliana Poon is the Managing Director and Chief Strategist of Leve-Global – cooperatively elevating Tourism, Trade and Lives. She is a trained Economist, management consultant, and strategist with a focus on sustainable and responsible tourism, climate adaptation, and sustainable economic development. She has a proven ability to liaise responsibly with senior officials of the government and so...

Solange Govia has established a remarkable reputation over the last 10 years, bringing quality products to the Trinidad and Tobago Carnival scene, wholesome cultural experiences, and outstanding service shaped by the TRIBE Family. Sculpting her distinctive jewelry design style into creations tailored for the confident diva-masquerader, Solange Govia crafts fantasies that align with current trends...

Rueanna Haynes is an international climate law and governance specialist, with over a decade of experience in the UN Climate process and a TEDx 2020 speaker. A former Trinidad and Tobago diplomat, Rueanna has negotiated for the Caribbean Community as well as the Alliance of Small Island States, including in the development of sustainable development goals. At present, she is the Senior Legal Advis...