In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christei introduces Kash Rocheleau. CEO and advocate for women making significant strides. Kash shares her transition from a stay-at-home mom to an executive assistant, then CFO, and eventually CEO of Icon Foods.
She opens up about her struggles with infertility, her determination to find personal purpose beyond motherhood, and how she balanced her professional success with family life. Along the way, Kash emphasizes the importance of trusting your team, embracing both wins and losses, and finding joy in your daily responsibilities.
Dr. Christie McMullen is a best-selling author and 25-year educator turned entrepreneur who can help you make work fun! She has worked with thousands of adults in multiple industries at organizations like Aetna, ReMax, Solaris, and RISE to improve human interactions.
With a master's and doctorate in Educational Leadership and two and a half decades of practical experience she is able to connect with CEOs, directors, educators, salespeople, and everyone in between.
Episode Highlights:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:30 Meet Kash : A Multifaceted Leader
01:49 Kash's Journey: From Infertility to Career Success
04:47 Transition to CFO and CEO
06:53 Balancing Work and Home Life
08:53 Leadership and Trust in the Workplace
12:12 Advice for the Younger Generation
16:59 Defining Productive Joy
19:02 The Realities of Work Travel
24:35 Rapid Fire Questions and Conclusion
