Real Talk. Real Growth.

In this inspiring episode of Real Talk Real Growth, Bonni Pomush sits down with Diego Martinez to discuss his remarkable journey of rebuilding his life after 13 years of incarceration. Diego shares how determination, community support, and a clear sense of purpose helped him overcome barriers to employment, earn his degree from San Diego State University, launch his own tree care business, and giv...

In this episode of Real Talk, Real Growth, Working Wardrobes CEO Bonni Pomush sits down with Charlene Reynolds, Director of John Wayne Airport, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, resilience, and finding purpose through life's unexpected twists and turns. From her first paycheck as a teenage intern at the IRS to leading one of Orange County's most important public institutions, Charlen...

Anne Tammel joins Real Talk Real Growth to talk about leadership, innovation, and building meaningful community. From her early career in Silicon Valley to founding the OC CEO Collective and SoCal Women in Business, Anne shares how the advice to do what scares you shaped her path and continues to inspire the way she leads. She also gives insight into the vision behind the Global Women in Innovatio...

In this heartfelt episode of Real Talk, Real Growth, CEO Bonni Pomush sits down with author, speaker, facilitator of Sam's Salons, founding member of Impact Giving, and one of Jerri's dearest friends, Sam Dawson, to honor the life and legacy of Jerri Rosen, founder of Working Wardrobes. Together, they reflect on Jerri's resilience, leadership, and unwavering belief in possibility—and the journey o...

CEO Bonni Pomush sits down with Bianca Herrera, Director of Client Services, and Amy Rodriguez, Manager of Client Services, to reflect on the first half of 2025—a milestone year marking 35 years of service and 135,000 clients served. Whether you're a longtime supporter, a new listener, or someone simply curious about how real impact happens—this episode will leave you inspired, informed, and ready...

In this episode of Real Talk, Real Growth , Working Wardrobes CEO Bonni Pomush sits down with career and success coach Matt Kimble—affectionately known as "Coach Matt." From his first paycheck to a 26-year career in HR and operations, Coach Matt shares powerful lessons on leadership, resilience, and the importance of empathy in the workplace. Together, they explore practical strategies for job see...

When Lindsay Oglesby's dad told her to get a job the day after her 16th birthday, she had no idea the experience would shape her approach to life, leadership, and service. In this episode, she joins Bonni Pomush for an honest conversation about the journey from her first paycheck to founding a company grounded in clarity, compassion, and impact. Lindsay reflects on navigating complexity—for hersel...

In this episode of Rebuilding Careers, CEO Bonni Pomush is joined by former Working Wardrobes Board Member Chris Forsena for a powerful and personal conversation about ambition, identity, and what it really means to start over. After becoming the youngest person to make partner at Accenture—and the fastest to reach senior partner, all before age 40—Chris is now in the midst of rebuilding his caree...

In this powerful episode of Rebuilding Careers, CEO Bonni Pomush sits down with Melvin Price—musician, worship leader, and former Working Wardrobes client—for an unforgettable conversation about transformation, faith, and the true meaning of success. Melvin shares how a chance encounter on Pine Avenue led to his first job—and how decades later, after experiencing profound loss, incarceration, and...

CEO Bonni Pomush sits down with EOS Implementer and lifelong leader Will Crist, to explore the transformative power of mindset. From sweeping floors for 25 cents an hour to empowering business owners and navigating spiritual leadership, Will shares how embracing life's challenges as "issues, not obstacles" has fueled his journey. Discover powerful insights on integration, purpose, and redefining w...

Garden Grove Mayor Stephanie Klopfenstein, and Working Wardrobes CEO, Bonni Pomush discuss the many roles women embrace on the daily, the importance of each skill set, and remembering to care for one's self during the process of changing from fedora to fascinator to fez in an instant.

This  # WomensHistoryMonth, join us for a special episode of the Rebuilding Careers Podcast. Bonni Pomush of Working Wardrobes sits down with Annette Walker, President of City of Hope Orange County. Annette shares her incredible journey—from her first paycheck at KFC to leading a world-class healthcare institution. Through honest reflections and personal insights, Annette discusses overcoming obst...

Kicking off the 35th year of Working Wardrobes is this insightful podcast featuring our CEO, Bonni Pomush, and Goodwill CEO, Nicole Suydam. These powerhouses of strength and compassion discuss cultivating the value and potential within clients, staff and volunteers. Reflecting back to 2020's catastrophic fire that devastated both the Donation Center and Career Success Center, our organization had...

In this Rebuilding Careers and Pepp Talks collaboration, Working Wardrobes CEO, Bonni Pomush, and Jeanne Pepper, attorney turned philanthropist by way of motherhood, bring their missions together. As humans who care about other humans on their life journeys, they treasure the growth and strength that stems from vulnerabilities. They also discuss the importance of soft skills and their transferabil...

"Beyond Barriers" delves deep into the significant personal hurdles that our own Derek, Client Services Manager, and Cris, Lead Veteran Behavioral Health Peer Navigator, have faced. Their parallel yet individual journeys toward resilience inspired them both to support fellow Veterans in overcoming challenges. They share how they positively impact the lives of many Veterans and contribute to their...

CEO of Working Wardrobes Bonni Pomush, Client Services Director Bianca Herrera, and Client Services Manager Derek Mendes will share Working Wardrobes' 2023 and 2024 client services highlights and ways to engage to help clients find gainful employment.

"Adversity to Advocacy" delves into Tanya Doby's life, from her early years to her impactful role as a councilwoman. She recounts pivotal moments, like quitting her first job in solidarity with her mother who faced discrimination due to her mixed racial background, highlighting her unwavering commitment to her values. Throughout her narrative, Tanya emphasizes the importance of resilience, self-wo...

From familial struggles to professional success, Writer, Filmmaker, Investor, and Philanthropist Pam Roy's story embodies the power of embracing vulnerability and forging one's own path. Join the CEO of Working Wardrobes Bonni Pomush as we delve into an inspiring journey of self-discovery and growth.

CEOs from some of Orange County's best nonprofits came together to talk business with Leadership Tomorrow's 2024 cohort. Anne Olin (Charitable Ventures), Claudia Bonilla Keller, MPA (Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County), Brateil Aghasi (WISEPlace), and Working Wardrobes' very own Bonni Pomush shared varying perspectives and insights about the business of nonprofits, and important issues they...

CEO of Working Wardrobes Bonni Pomush, Chief People Officer Derek Benson, and Operations Consultant Lynne Wands sat down to share Working Wardrobes' 2023 highlights, 2024 outlook, and new ways to engage!

Chairman of Orange County Board of Supervisors and CEO of Working Wardrobes Bonni Pomush sat down together to explore the significance of diligence, a strong work ethic, and the value of seeking support in the pursuit of your professional goals.

City of Tustin Chair Member Letitia Clark and CEO of Working Wardrobes Bonni Pomush sat down together to discuss the importance of diligence and work ethic when it comes to trying to achieve your work goals.

CEO of Main Street Marketing Partners Lisa Thomas and CEO of Working Wardrobes Bonni Pomush sat down together to discuss the importance of taking initiative when it comes to trying to achieve your work goals.

Working Wardrobes CEO Bonni Pomush sat down with the Vice Mayor of Irvine Tammy Kim to discuss the hiring process, ways to ace your interviews, and how to ask the right questions!

Working Wardrobes CEO Bonni Pomush sat down with the Mayor of Irvine Farrah Khan to discuss Khan's journey to becoming Mayor and how to overcome barriers to gainful employment.