Stories by Career Sistas

In the episode of Stories by Career Sistas, Beverly speaks with Christabel, a forensic accountant whose journey is defined by resilience and purpose.   From discovering forensic accounting as a teenager to pursuing it relentlessly over nine years, she shares the reality of rejection, persistence, and delayed success. Christabel opens up about navigating identity, bias, and lack of representation a...

In this episode of Stories by Career Sistas, Avanti Pursell shares her journey from inspired student to resilient professional, navigating identity, bias, and belonging. She opens up about the hidden challenges of adapting her voice, name, and self to succeed.  From motherhood struggles to career pivots, she reveals the raw reality behind professional success. Now a leader, she’s passionate about...

In this episode of Stories by Career Sistas, Beverly speaks with Dr. Veline L'esperance, a UK Based GP, clinician-scientist, and health economist.   For every woman questioning whether she’s “ready yet,” this conversation is your reminder to take the chance anyway. We talk about owning your value, building meaningful connections, and navigating professional spaces with confidence and purpose.

In this episode of Stories by Career Sisters, Beverly speaks with Heather Krog, a goal attainment coach, educator, and basketball coach with a global career.   Heather shares her journey from New York to Copenhagen, shaped by curiosity, growth, and life across cultures. She reflects on studying abroad as a turning point that transformed her sense of identity, belonging, and freedom.   The conversa...

From her immigrant roots to executive leadership, Abeth reflects on how identity shapes resilience, grit, and a sense of purpose. She introduces her “Three I’s” framework: interest, inspiration, and impact, as a guide to choosing meaningful work, while exploring the vital role of sponsorship, mentorship, and the people who open doors along the way.   In this conversation, we unpack why feedback, f...

In this special solo episode, Beverly steps behind the microphone to share the story, purpose and vision behind Build Your Power—the free digital careers magazine created to expand the impact of Career Sistas. Reflecting on one year of community building through the book Build Your Table and the Stories by Career Sisters podcast, she explains why the magazine is the natural next step in widening a...

In this inspiring episode of Stories by Career Sisters, Beverly sits down with Gwendolyn, a former human resources manager with decades of experience across nonprofit and federal government organisations. From starting at the bottom to leading teams and advocating for equity, Gwendolyn shares the defining moments that shaped her leadership style. Listeners will gain insight into: How challenges, s...

What does it take to build a successful business from scratch with everything on the line?   In this powerful episode of Stories by Career Sisters, Beverly sits down with Joy Edwards, a Caribbean-born attorney and founder of a growing Atlanta-based family law firm. Together they explore her journey from debate champion in Jamaica to bold entrepreneur and law firm leader in the United States.   Joy...

In this episode of Stories by Career Sistas, Beverly sits down with Vivian Sunmola, a Nigerian woman in tech and the founder of an early-stage hiring platform challenging traditional recruitment.   Vivian shares her journey into the tech industry through a digital technology apprenticeship, navigating stigma, bias, and underestimation in a male-dominated field. She reflects candidly on what it mea...

What happens when you walk away from a career you worked years to build and trust yourself to start again? In this episode of Stories by Career Sisters, Beverly is joined by Rosemary Kargbo, a former probation officer turned author, publisher, entrepreneur, and housing professional — for conversation about career pivots, transferable skills, faith, resilience, and believing in yourself against the...

In this episode of Stories by Career Sistas, Beverly is joined by Sopé Ogunrombi, a strategy and finance professional in big tech, for a powerful conversation about career pivots, non-linear career paths, identity, and intentional career growth.   Sopé shares her career journey from studying accounting under strong cultural expectations to working across investment banking, digital transformation,...

In this episode of Stories by Career Sistas, Beverly is joined by Nancy Boulos, a FinTech professional and workplace menopause champion, for an essential conversation about menopause at work, perimenopause, and how hormonal changes can impact women’s careers, confidence, and wellbeing.   Nancy shares her lived experience of navigating perimenopause and menopause while working in a corporate enviro...

In this episode of Stories by Career Sistas, Beverly sits down with marketing leader Sarah Sadiq to explore intentional career growth, leadership, and navigating a non-linear career path.   Sarah shares her global career journey—from training as an accountant in Pakistan to pivoting into marketing, working across banking, telecommunications, and FMCG, and later teaching marketing a University in M...

If you’ve ever said “I want to write a book” or you’ve already written one and don’t know what comes next, this episode is for you.   In this episode of Stories by Career Sistas, Beverly is joined by Karen Jackson , founder of The Vonnie & Ollie Agency, for an honest, behind-the-scenes conversation about what it really takes to write, publish, and market a book. Drawing on her 20 years of mark...

In this episode of Stories by Career Sisters, Beverly is joined by Bayo Adelaja, nonprofit CEO, entrepreneur, and founder of Do it Now Now, an organisation dedicated to advancing equity through entrepreneurship, with a primary focus on the Black community in the UK.   Bayo shares her journey, from growing up in a Nigerian immigrant family with traditional expectations, to questioning a pre-law pat...

In this episode of Stories by Career Sisters, Beverly is joined by Julie Koon Koon, a data scientist, university lecturer, researcher, and mentor whose career journey defies linear paths. Julie shares how she transitioned from education into finance and data science, navigating male-dominated spaces where she often felt the pressure to work “ten times harder” to prove her worth. She reflects candi...

In this episode of Stories by Career Sisters, we are joined by Letetia Addison, a mathematician, statistician, educator, and data science ambassador, for a thoughtful a conversation about purpose, perseverance, and using data to create meaningful impact.   Letetia shares how her early curiosity for numbers, supported by her family, shaped a career journey spanning teaching, research, strategic pla...

This episode, the second half of the interview with Melesia Adderley, an award winning founder, dives into the unglamorous truth of entrepreneurship. Melesia shares how she built her company Women’s Haven, even when funding was inaccessible, recognition was absent, and the odds were stacked against her.   From navigating cash flow challenges and manufacturing constraints to redefining mentorship a...

In this powerful episode of Stories by Career Sistas, we sit down with Melesia Adderley, the award-winning entrepreneur and founder and president of Women's Haven, a Caribbean health and wellness brand that has scaled internationally. Melesia shares the unfiltered truth of her journey, breaking down the myth of overnight success and replacing it with a practical blueprint for growth. She details h...

In this inspiring episode of "Stories by Career Sistas," we feature Dr. Nicole Francis Cotton, a remarkable leader dedicated to empowering others through mentorship and community development. Join us as we explore Nicole's transformative journey, focusing on personal and professional growth, community impact, cultural identity, and resilience.   Nicole shares her evolution from a shy individual to...

In this inspiring episode of "Stories by Career Sistas," we delve into the remarkable journey of Charlotte Shields, an architect who transformed into a successful entrepreneur. Discover how Charlotte navigated the challenges of the architecture industry, overcame obstacles, and embraced change to craft a life of financial freedom and flexibility. Listen as Charlotte shares her insights on building...

In this inspiring episode of Stories by Career Sistas, host Beverly Vanterpool sits down with the Olympian Ashley Kelly to delve into her remarkable journey of transitioning from the world of athletics to the realm of consultancy in a Big Four firm. Ashley shares her personal story of determination, resilience, and the pursuit of new career paths. Discover how Ashley navigated the challenges of ca...

In this special extended episode of the Stories by Career Sistas podcast, we present "Build Your Table: The Caribbean Launch Event." This episode features an insightful conversation with Beverly Vanterpool, the founder of Career Sistas and the author of "Build Your Table." The discussion is expertly moderated by Patlian Johnson and takes place in the picturesque British Virgin Islands (BVI) at the...

In this episode of "Stories by Career Sistas," Dr. Beth-Sarah Wright shares her inspiring journey, reflecting on the power of authenticity, community, education, and the power of discovery.  Dr. Wright discusses the significance of staying true to oneself and of remaining open to discoveries, even in the face of challenges. She highlights the healing power of storytelling and the strength found in...

In this episode of Stories by Career Sistas, we present the first half of our online event, Intentional Careers. This event celebrates both Career Sistas and the launch of our host,  Beverly Vanterpool's book, Build Your Table.  Join us for this unique event as Beverly is joined by Ronke Lawal (PR & Comms Consultant) who moderates part of the discussion, with panellists Deepti Akkali (Senior V...