More Than the Dress

In this special episode of “More Than the Dress,” host Joanie Bily, Dress for Success Worldwide CEO, sits down with Barbara Wagner, Brand President of Talbots and new Dress for Success Worldwide Board Member, for an inspiring conversation about confidence, leading with authenticity, and cultivating your own unique personal brand. “More than the Dress” is a podcast from Dress for Success Worldwide,...

In this inspiring episode of “More Than the Dress”, host Joanie Bily, CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, sits down with two powerhouse leaders: Joyce Russell, President of the Adecco Group US Foundation and author of the book “Put a Cherry on Top,” and Rachelle Chapman, Director of the Adecco Group US Foundation. Together, they discuss personal superpowers, impactful generosity, the face of leade...

In this special live-recorded conversation, beauty icon Bobbi Brown sits down with journalist Tamsen Fadal for a candid, inspiring discussion about leadership, reinvention, and staying true to yourself. From her early days as a freelance makeup artist to building one of the world’s most recognizable beauty brands, Bobbi reflects on what it means to start over, embrace change, and live life authent...

In this heartfelt Mother’s Day episode of More Than the Dress , host Michele C. Meyer-Shipp is joined by her three sons—Miles, Marcus, and Mason—for a candid and joyful conversation about the intersection of motherhood, leadership, and legacy. As CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide and a mother of three grown sons, Michele opens up about the balancing act between raising a family and leading a purp...

In this episode of More Than the Dress , Dress for Success Global Ambassador Katrina Kimble joins Michele C. Meyer-Shipp for a conversation about resilience, reinvention, and embracing imperfection. Katrina shares her journey from career setbacks to finding purpose in the nonprofit sector, all while balancing work, caregiving, and personal growth. “More than the Dress” is a podcast hosted by Miche...

In this insightful episode of More Than the Dress, Michele C. Meyer-Shipp welcomes Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier, a leadership psychologist and author of The Resilience Plan. Together, they dive into the true meaning of resilience as a skill anyone can build and practice. Dr. Pelletier shares actionable steps for creating a personalized resilience plan and how to adapt to life’s ever-changing context...

In this episode of More Than the Dress, host Michele C. Meyer-Shipp sits down with Dress for Success Global Ambassador Claudia Hernandez to explore how challenges can become opportunities for growth. Claudia shares her journey from being in foster care to becoming a global program manager, reflecting on the power of resilience, shifting mindsets, and embracing her identity as a single mother and m...

In this new episode of More Than the Dress , host Michele C. Meyer-Shipp and Jessica Berman, Commissioner of the National Women’s Soccer League, explore self-advocacy as a tool to work fulfillment, recognizing when it's time for a career change, and embracing unique strengths to navigate career transitions with confidence. Tune in to hear these invaluable insights and other great advice to he...

In this insightful episode of More Than the Dress , host Michele C. Meyer-Shipp sits down with Laurie Chamberlin, Head of Recruitment Solutions, North America for LHH, LHH is part of the world’s leading talent advisory and solution company, The Adecco Group. Discussing how to navigate the modern job market, Laurie shares practical advice on everything from crafting an outstanding resume to network...

Join our host, Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, as she leads an engaging conversation with Faith Martin, a true embodiment of resilience, courage, and living boldly. From her career in radio and TV to her unforgettable journey on The Golden Bachelor, Faith shares her insights on embracing personal empowerment, building confidence, and aging beautifully. “More than the Dress” is a podcast hosted by Michele...

“More than the Dress” is a podcast hosted by Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, Esq., CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, the leading global nonprofit employment resource for women. Each episode features a corporate thought leader or a client ambassador engaging in 30-minute conversations about relevant, current issues women face in their journeys to economic independence. “More Than the Dress” aims to recog...