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Jeep Talk ShowJeep Talk Show Chic Chat: Hot or Not Jeep Life Edition – Mods, Trails and Snacks! Keywords: Jeep Talk Show, Chic Chat, Hot or Not Jeep Life, Jeep mods, soft top vs hard top, lift vs lockers, trail snacks, beef jerky vs granola, Easter Jeep Safari 2025, Daytona Jeep Beach, Jeep community podcast, women in off-roading, hood decals Description: Join Natalie from High Lift Off Road and Janet from Precision Graphics & Marketing on this week’s Jeep Talk Show Chic Chat! 🚙💃 We’re switching things up with a fun, opinionated “Hot or Not: Jeep Life Edition” segment, putting our off-road brains and friendship to the test. From Jeep mods to trail choices, we debate what’s hot: lift first...2025-03-3149 min
This is DisruptionMark Wright / DJ Pressure M: Illegal Raves, Revolution and ResilienceSend a text message and share your thoughts on this epiosde!What if you could relive the gritty magic of the UK's underground rave scene? Join me, Rua, as I sit down with Mark Wright, also known as DJ Pressure M, to discuss the birth of the UK rave scene and Mark's experience of a music revolution. We talk about the emergence of illegal raves, warehouse parties, and the pirate radio stations that fuelled a cultural revolution. Mark takes us through his remarkable journey from a music loving teenager to a DJ at legendary Centerforce radio station...2024-08-1138 min
Journeys to EquityAn Entrepreneurs Journey from Wall Street to Paragon LegalTrista Engel, CEO of Paragon Legal, and Jessica Markowitz, President & COO of Paragon Legal, share their journey from the 2008 Wall Street Financial Crisis to raising money to buying Paragon Legal and now successfully growing the business. Listen to this inspiring journey. What were and how did they overcome the Gender Stereotypes and challenges they faced raising money and in pitching VCs? Why did they select Paragon Legal and how has the flex talent changed and encouraged diverse legal talent to not only stay in the profession but use Paragon Legal and springboard to launch their career?2024-07-3040 min
Journeys to EquityTonya Mitchem Grindon on Breaking Bias and Seizing OpportunitiesIn this episode, we are joined by Tonya Mitchem Grindon, a trailblazing Partner at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC, as she shares her remarkable journey to equity in the corporate world. From her humble beginnings in rural Alabama to assuming the helm of the business department, Tonya's narrative epitomizes ambition, resilience, and triumph over biases. Reflecting on her experiences, she explores the significance of seizing opportunities, cultivating networks, and embracing pride in achievements. Tonya also delves into the pivotal role of sponsors in advocating for diverse professionals, offering insights into initiatives at Baker Donaldson aimed at fostering diversity...2024-02-2350 min
Journeys to EquityNancy Del Pizzo on Professional Fulfillment and the Power of Organizational CultureIn this episode, we shine a spotlight on Nancy Del Pizzo, Partner at Rivkin Radler LLP, as she shares her remarkable journey from the publishing industry to the legal profession, with a focus on intellectual property law. Nancy offers candid insights into her career transition, discussing the challenges she encountered in publishing, the appeal of intellectual property law, and the pivotal moments that shaped her path. Emphasizing the importance of organizational culture, Nancy advises listeners to prioritize environments where authenticity and personal growth are valued. Drawing from her own experiences, she reflects on the transformative power of embracing one's...2024-02-2246 min
Journeys to EquityJenna Gabay on Navigating Dual Realms: Litigation and MotherhoodIn this podcast episode, Jenna Gabay, a seasoned attorney and partner at Rivkin Radler LLP, unfolds her journey through the legal profession, placing a spotlight on her interplay between motherhood and career ambitions. Jenna provides nuanced insights into her distinctive legal practice, seamlessly navigating the realms of commercial litigation and trust and estates litigation. She also candidly recounts her early experiences, juggling family life while ascending the corporate ladder, and details her pivotal role in championing improved maternity leave policies within her firm. This conversation probes the nuances between mentorship and sponsorship, emphasizing the crucial role of workplace champions...2024-02-0143 min
B Squad HotrodSema Special #4 - Trent with Centerforce ClutchesSema Special #4 - Trent with Centerforce Clutches Steve talks with Trent from Centerforce Clutches about ...you guessed it clutches. Brought to from the floor of SEMA. Thank you to all of B Squad - Brad, Colt, Nick, Jim, Gale Brett and John for helping make these SEMA specials happen. Show Notes: Centerforce Clutches: Website: https://www.centerforce.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqyhM-kzds7zCXq0abyTGsQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CenterforceClutches/ ...2023-12-1909 min
The Off Road PodcastOff Road Podcast 421 – Centerforce ClutchesThis episode of the Off Road Podcast is Sponsored by WARN, Colby Valve, and 4Patriots. Tonight, Aaron gets a pass, Coy parks by an airplane, & Ben isn’t the best man Welcome to the off-road podcast. A podcast about everything off-road. We cover the news, review products, and interview people in the off road industry. […]
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Jeep Talk ShowInterview Trent of CenterforceTrent has spent the majority of his career living and breathing off-road. From being a Technical Editor of Petersen’s 4Wheel & Off-Road magazine in the 1990s to a longtime freelance writer ever since, Trent has also served as the Marketing Director for several notable off-road brands, including Superlift, Daystar Products, and most recently Centerforce Clutches2023-05-131h 11
Journeys to EquityBuilding Community & Providing Resources: TCDI's Impact on Military SpousesIn this episode Colleen Sweeney, Jennifer Andres, Janet Hamilton, and John Mielitz from TCDI discuss the unique challenges faced by military spouses that can make it difficult for them to pursue their personal and professional goals. Frequent moves, deployments, and the demands of military life can make it difficult to build a stable career or find a supportive community. TCDI is committed to providing resources and support to navigate through these challenges. We discuss personal experiences and insights on the difficulties that military families face, and the resources TCDI provides for them, such as career development programs an...2023-04-2552 min
The Truck Show PodcastInside A Successful Diesel Repair Shop, Desert Adventure, Tomato CakeGet to know Nick Leon from Bud’s Diesel, one of So Cal’s premier diesel shops, and find out what it’s like to service diesel performance customers in a highly regulated market. Holman discusses the maiden overlanding voyage for the Adventure Jeep on the Centerforce Adventure Run and the guys make plans to hand deliver stickers for a hand-made slice. The Truck Show Podcast is proud to be presented by Nissan in association with Banks Power.2023-03-261h 49The Truck Show PodcastInside A Successful Diesel Repair Shop, Desert Adventure, Tomato CakeGet to know Nick Leon from Bud’s Diesel, one of So Cal’s premier diesel shops, and find out what it’s like to service diesel performance customers in a highly regulated market. Holman discusses the maiden overlanding voyage for the Adventure Jeep on the Centerforce Adventure Run and the guys make plans to hand deliver stickers for a hand-made slice. The Truck Show Podcast is proud to be presented by Nissan in association with Banks Power.2023-03-261h 49
Jeep Talk ShowQ&A Trent McGee of Centerforce ClutchesRound Table Q&A with Trent McGee of Centerforce Clutches! Trent has spent the majority of his career living and breathing off-road. From being a Technical Editor of Petersen's 4Wheel & Off-Road magazine in the 1990s to a longtime freelance writer ever since, Trent has also served as the Marketing Director for several notable off-road brands, including Superlift, Daystar Products, and most recently Centerforce Clutches. 2023-03-081h 09
Get Out N Drive PodcastSEMA 2022 - Trent From Centerforce LIVE From The SEMA FloorSend us a textThe Get Out N Drive Podcast made the trip to SEMA 2022! When you are walking the SEMA floor, you never know who you meet. The guys talked with Trent from Centerforce . LIVE from the SEMA floor, Trent gives us all the details on everything Centerforce. A HUGE THANKS to Racing Junk for hosting the Get Out N Drive Podcast in their booth!Speed over to our friends at RacingJunk.comBe sure to follow Get Out and Drive Podcast on social media!GOND WebsiteIG: Ge...2022-11-2006 min
Journeys to EquityEva Heintz On Building GritBuilding a Foundation for Success This episode highlights the career journey of Eva Heintz, Chair of The Board of Directors at Solvay GGF. Eva initially trained as a chemist, and therefore, understands the advantage that comes with being exposed to science at a young age. This goes doubly so for women and traditionally underrepresented groups. As an Asian woman, Eva learned how to leverage that background in order to move her career forward. She is now in a position to offer invaluable advice to those coming up behind her. She believes it is imperative to get straight wi...2022-11-1843 min
The MuscleCar PlaceTMCP #523: SEMA Show 2022 Special #1: Hydrogen Powered Coyote 5.0 with Mike Copeland and Charles Moore from Bosch, Trent McGee on Autocross, Drag Race, and Rock Clawler Centerforce Clutches – NPD’s Matt Laszaic on the SEMA ARMO Committee – Stephen Wynne, DeLorean Motor Car CompanyTMCP #523: SEMA Show 2022 Special #1: Hydrogen Powered Coyote 5.0 with Mike Copeland and Charles Moore from Bosch, Trent McGee on Autocross, Drag Race, and Rock Clawler Centerforce Clutches - NPD's Matt Laszaic on the SEMA ARMO Committee - Stephen Wynne, DeLorean Motor Car Company
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Journeys to EquityDesiree Wolfe on Deliberateness, Diversity, and RepresentationWe can all do something to become better.In this episode, Desiree Wolfe, Senior Director at Salesforce, highlights the importance of intentionality in our processes towards progress. She emphasizes that as leaders, peers, colleagues, and professionals, it is imperative that we all be transparent in recognizing the areas of our workspaces and mindsets that need to be transformed. She tells her audience that every opportunity is one to learn, develop, and advocate. As a woman of color and the daughter of Jamaican immigrants, Desiree shares how her compounded experiences have brought to light the numerous barriers and...2022-11-0347 min
Journeys to EquityNoreen Kelly On Mastering the Balancing ActHonoring Commitments to Others While Honoring Commitments to YourselfIn this episode, Noreen Kelly, Partner at McGuireWoods, shares her career development from a junior associate to a partner while being a single mother of two. The key to her success is getting clear with what she wants and actively advocating for herself. Her stories reveal the same struggles many working moms have with balancing their professional and personal life. This especially holds true in the legal profession. As a member of McGuireWoods' Diversity & Inclusion Committee, Noreen has observed first-hand, the positive impact her corporate clients have had...2022-10-2743 min
Journeys to EquityDeborah Solmor on Addressing Diversity as a General CounselTaking Affirmative Steps Towards InclusivityIn this episode, Deborah Solmor, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at TCS Education System, shares her journey up the legal ladder. She highlights her interest in and passion for the general counsel culture and also provides a perspective that usurps misconceptions and assumptions of her role. Deborah emphasizes that in all spaces, diversity is needed, but we must identify our why. She pulls inspiration from her experiences and exposure to other leaders to encourage us to reflect on why we care about equity and inclusivity and how we can prioritize DEI implementation...2022-10-1348 min
Journeys to EquityNicole Kelsey on Adjusting, Advancing and AdvocatingUsing your Power to EmpowerIn this episode, Nicole Kelsey, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary at Amyris, Inc., shares how we can all step up to the plate by using our compounded experiences to adjust, adapt, and aid in advancing ourselves and others through advocacy. Nicole shares how her familial upbringing stemmed her interest in justice and equity at an early age. Realizing that the systematic structures in place can permit the marginalization of certain groups, she decided she would focus on advocacy throughout her career. Nicole highlights how we all have to be intentional with using...2022-10-0747 min
Journeys to EquitySabria A. McElroy On Making DE&I a PriorityHow Women of Color Can Self-AdvocateIn this episode, Sabria A. McElroy, Partner at Boies Schiller Flexner, shares her perspectives on the challenges women and people of color face in the legal industry. She offers her insights on how firms and clients can create change by understanding the importance of the ROI of DE&I. She knows that gaining confidence and overcoming internal struggles were part of her path to success. Sabria also realizes that having the support from senior leadership had a tremendous impact on that success. Here, she shares this experience and offers insight into...2022-09-3042 min
Journeys to EquityIndhira Arrington on Support, Sponsorship, and SuccessBeing Purposeful in ProgressIn this episode, Indhira Arrington, Managing Director and Global Chief Diversity Officer at Ares Management, gives us valuable takeaways on how to succeed in the corporate space. She highlights that success is always accompanied with support and shares how her support team and sponsors have equipped her with the needed skills, attributes, and attitude to climb up the corporate ladder. As a DEI lead, Indhira emphasizes how her compounded experiences have given her the ability to pay it forward, and be the support, guide, and lead to direct management in a way that...2022-09-2347 min
Journeys to EquityCourtney Statfeld On Discovering Your StrengthsShow Up For the Job You Want Not the Role You Have In this episode, Courtney Statfeld, Principal at McKool Smith, addresses the importance of confidence, preparation and staying true to yourself as you progress in your career. Early on, she stayed open to different experiences which eventually led her to the law. Her passion for her work and competitive spirit has been instrumental in propelling her forward. As a result, she is recognized as a top-notch litigator of large-scale, complex cases. Courtney supports being a team player but recognizes the importance of self-promotion and broadcasting your w...2022-09-0237 min
Journeys to EquityKyle Lewis On Diversity, Vulnerability and BalanceCreating a Culture of BelongingThis episode highlights the career journey of Kyle Lewis, Senior Counsel, Safety & Insurance Litigation, US East at Uber. Here, Kyle discusses the importance of cultivating a diverse talent pool. He also talks about vulnerability in leadership and its impact on company culture. Being open creates a forum for your team to fully express themselves, and this in turn, creates a sense of belonging so essential for retention. At the same time, this must be balanced with your own professional ambitions and personal needs. And, therefore, setting boundaries is an integral part of...2022-08-1952 min
Journeys to EquityCassandra Labbees On Community, Culture, & CommitmentCultivating a Sense of Belonging In this episode, Cassandra Labbees, Firm Member at Epstein Becker & Green, P.C., shares the importance of creating a culture of belonging. As a child of Haitian immigrants, Cassandra highlights her unique experience of integration into American culture. Having gone to a primary school that celebrated her ethnic roots, Cassandra developed a strong sense of identity and had a clear example of inclusivity at its fullest. As Cassandra climbed her way up the professional ladder, she was able to use her roots and experience as strategies for how to confront microaggressions, overcome c...2022-08-1251 min
Journeys to EquityNatalie Edwards On Expertise in DEIMoving Past Passion and Utilizing Strategy In this episode, Natalie Edwards, Global Chief Diversity Officer at National Grid, highlights the impact of expertise in DEI initiatives. Her insights on DEI prompt change agents to examine their current inclusion strategy and ask the important question: “What does diversity mean and look like for our company?” Natalie encourages Chief Diversity Officers to become experts in their field and understand that diversity is not a box to be checked, but rather a topic to be studied to produce lasting change in corporate culture. Natalie shares how we must push past passi...2022-07-2952 min
Journeys to EquityMarla Sofer On Taking ActionListen to All Voices but Trust Your Own This episode highlights the career journey of Marla Sofer, Financial Services Lead, Industry Solutions CTO at Microsoft. She has followed her passion through various sectors including Wall Street and Fintech. Marla emphasizes the significance of understanding your strengths and positioning them to evolve into new opportunities. Self-evaluation, commitment, and personal experiences are invaluable when crafting your story so that it aligns with your career objectives. Listen as she shares insights on how to build confidence and adapt to lead strategically and with intentionality. Tune in for perspectives on:2022-07-2055 min
Journeys to EquityTamara O’Neill Moreland On Pushing Forward Through AdversityThe Price and the Rewards of Pursuing Growth In this episode, Tamara O’Neill Moreland, Shareholder at Larkin Hoffman, discusses her journey from young attorney to making partner, and the difficulties women must overcome to make their voices heard. Tamara provides a candid perspective on the challenges of recruiting and retaining diverse candidates, calling out micro-aggressions, and developing personal resilience. Tune in for insights on:• Making your voice heard in a male-dominant world• Creating value and building a book of business• Building sponsorship programs that work• Using your legal skills to advocate for…...2022-07-1540 min
Journeys to EquityLeeAnn Jones On the Importance of Being YourselfCreating a Culture of Acceptance and BelongingIn this episode, LeeAnn Jones, Partner at Taylor English Duma LLP, shares her thoughts on the recruitment and retention of diverse attorneys. With so much emphasis being placed on front-end recruiting, long-term impact is bound to fail if the follow-up back-end process, diversity retention, isn’t equally as effective. LeeAnn has experienced this first-hand as both a woman and a member of the LGBTQ community. She knows how it feels to be told to leave what makes her unique at the door and believes that until organizations focus more on crea...2022-07-0844 min
Journeys to EquityJanine Jansen on Authenticity and DiversityCreating Opportunities to Change our Behavior In this episode, Janine Jansen, Global Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Lead at Organon, shares what it means to be authentic in our equity journeys. Janine explains how we all have the opportunity to change our behavior, but real change happens in our hearts and minds. This is what leads to true allyship and advocacy for those impacted by inequity. She highlights how the lack of representation in spaces she has occupied motivated her to establish more inclusive environments. Janine expressed that it takes a bigger collective, that goes beyond lip s...2022-06-2840 min
Journeys to EquityLori Stacy On Prioritizing Professionalism and ParenthoodHandling Responsibility and Recognizing High Potential In this episode, Lori Stacy, CEO at Trader Interactive, shares how to balance the responsibilities of career and caretaking. As a woman in a male-dominated field, Lori emphasizes how her professional and occupational experiences have equipped her with the skills, mindset, and motivation to juggle her passion for her work with all the commitments and obligations that come with being a mother. While she does not minimize the challenges of work/life balance, Lori points out that her confidence in her abilities have allowed her to out-perform expectations making her not o...2022-06-1351 min
Journeys to EquitySusanne Jones and Elizabeth Burke on STEM and the Benefits of a Boutique FirmBigger is Not Always BetterIn this episode, Susanne Jones, Founder of Jones Robb–a boutique law firm handling patent prosecution and counseling–and Elizabeth Burke, a Member of the firm, share their insights on being women in STEM and how they steering their small firm to success. Because both Susie and Liz pursued careers in engineering, they are used to being the only woman in the room. They then both decided to add to the challenge by layering it with a career in law. In order to make this work, they advised that you have two thin...2022-05-1756 min
Journeys to EquityEmily Collins on the Physics of Breaking Invisible BarriersDefying the Odds through Science, Law, and Ambition As a physics major at Oxford University, Emily Collins, VP of Kilburn & Strode’s San Francisco’s Liaison office, knew early on that science was her passion, but she also had a unique knack for interacting with people. Patent law allowed her to blend the two into a rewarding career. But the path to success in the highly male-dominated field hasn’t always been a smooth one. In this candid interview, Emily shines a light on the invisible barriers that often hinder the career advancement of women and other underre...2022-05-0650 min
Journeys to EquityLale Topcuoglu on MeritocracyBreaking the Glass CeilingIn this episode, Lale Topcuoglu, Head of Credits at Swiss Re gives her outlook on what true inclusivity looks like. She provides a unique point of view by expounding on her experience immigrating to the United States. Lale explains how transitioning to this country provided the opportunity to compare her preconceptions of equity in western culture with reality. Her own experience inspired her to claim her seat at the table, culminating in her current position in finance with a global organization. Lale shares how her vision of meritocracy reflects inclusion at...2022-04-2748 min
Journeys to EquityLara McLeod On Progress Over PerfectionPerforming ProgressivenessIn this episode, Lara McLeod, Global Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at FullStory connects the intersection between identity and DEI work. She opens up about the impact racism, sexism, bias, and stereotypes have on women of color in the legal world and provides solutions for leveling the playing field. Lara offers insight into the difficulties of addressing macro and microaggressions while overcoming the hurdle of tone policing. As a biracial woman, navigating professionalism and past ingrained trauma, this motivated her to create a new blueprint for implementing DEI into the corporate culture. In fact...2022-04-1344 min
Journeys to EquityJulie Honor On Being a Change AgentChange is in the DetailsIn this episode, Julie Honor, General Counsel, at 3Q Digital Inc., shares how her interest in business equipped her with the needed outlook to embrace and incorporate effective change management. She highlights the realities of implementing change, and what organizations must do to get the ball moving. Julie draws focus to the importance of leaders being able to express and show how DEI is integrated in the company culture, strategy, and goals. She also emphasizes the significance of being able to articulate clear visions, having fact-based reasons for change, and the ability...2022-04-0546 min
The Truck Show PodcastFord Maverick Mini Truck Revival, Centerforce Adventure Run ’22, What NOT To Do In Shop ClassKenneth Mccay dives headfirst into his 2022 Ford Maverick mini truck build and shares his progress with us. Holman returns from Centerforce’s manual transmission overland run in Arizona and the guys provide tips of what NOT to do in shop class.2022-04-042h 05The Truck Show PodcastFord Maverick Mini Truck Revival, Centerforce Adventure Run ’22, What NOT To Do In Shop ClassKenneth Mccay dives headfirst into his 2022 Ford Maverick mini truck build and shares his progress with us. Holman returns from Centerforce’s manual transmission overland run in Arizona and the guys provide tips of what NOT to do in shop class.2022-04-042h 05
Journeys to EquityEllen Bailey On Purpose, Process, and PayoffKnow What Needs To Be Done & Make It HappenIn this episode, Ellen Bailey, Vice President of Diversity and Culture, at Harvard Business Publishing shares insights on what it means to “practice what you publish.” To that end, she tells a captivating story about how her background in sales equipped her with the skillset to convert DEI strategy into a business plan and effectively sell the need for DEI application in the workplace. Ellen highlights “it is simply not enough to know what problems impact the workplace”, but rather, leaders must be able to efficiently communicate to their coll...2022-03-3051 min
Journeys to EquityDawnita Wilson On Holding Ourselves AccountableChange Starts with Self-ReflectionIn this episode, Dawnita Wilson, Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion, at JBG Smith Properties, discusses the evolution of her DEI career and more significantly, why her role is vital to business success. Dawnita asks a difficult question: How intentional are companies being with diversity implementation? As listeners, we too are invited to evaluate ourselves and our contributions to the inclusive initiative. Dawnita highlights that DEI should not merely be seen as an obligation nor approached haphazardly. She presents the perspective that instead, DEI application should be viewed as a necessary strategy...2022-03-2248 min
Journeys to EquityNick Tiger On the Law of Becoming a VisionaryThe Road to Self-Discovery and “Confront”abilityIn this episode, Nick Tiger, Associate General Counsel at Upgrade, Inc., reflects on his journey to self-discovery, guided by his ability to see the bigger picture. Identifying as a cisgender gay man, who lives with ADHD, it is no surprise that Nick had barriers to overcome. However, what society classified as hindrances, Nick transformed into stimulants for personal development and motivation to step outside the binary box. Nick’s unique experience navigating his intersectionality enabled him to become the version of himself that functions proudly in his strengths, confronts the need f...2022-03-1450 min
I Speak JeepSouthington Off-Road Park with SFJ4x4 Trail TeamWe want to hear from you, Send us a TextJoin Neil and Scott as they discuss Southington Off-Road Park (SOR) in Garrettsville, OH. Jeff and Scott share stories of the SFJ4x4 Trail Team adventures from this past weekend at SOR. Neil brags about LJs and claims they are the best Jeep ever. Scott and Jeff feel a certain way about that. This week’s product spotlight #notsponsored is @centerforce. Neil and Scott discuss their clutches and why SFJ4x4 uses this brand. Blind Reaction segment brings a clip from Southing...2022-03-091h 25
Journeys to EquityMarina Severinovsky On Empathy in FinanceTransforming Workplace CultureIn this episode, Marina Severinovsky, Head of Sustainability, North America at Schroders, discusses her experience in the field of finance, her transition into the ESG sector, and the importance of empathy. Coming from a family of refugees that fled the Soviet Union, Severinovsky was quickly introduced to the gatekeeping and lack of access to opportunity for those without the right contacts. Rather than given in to defeat, Severinovsky used her origins as inspiration, and was determined to rise above her circumstances. As a result, she deliberately placed herself in environments that developed her strengths, an...2022-03-0745 min
Journeys to EquityLeilani Latimer On Taking the Road Less TraveledThe Path to Success Need Not Be Linear In this episode, Leilani Latimer, Chief Commercial and Marketing Officer at Fair Trade USA and a Board Member at Rayont and Black Diamond Group, reflects back on how being adventurous and taking big risks led to the fulfillment of her dreams. After graduating from college, Lelani put law school on hold and went to Europe because she felt like it. Little did she know that she would end up living in Italy for 15 years and rising to the top of a major technology provider for the travel industry, Saber...2022-02-2345 min
Journeys to EquityKelley Stewart On Suspending the EgoEmbracing Vulnerability and Having Grace in Leadership This episode highlights the career journey of Kelley Stewart, Executive Vice President at Pursuant. As someone who has spent her entire career in the nonprofit sector, Kelley was perfectly positioned to join Pursuant, a fundraising and marketing agency, exclusively serving nonprofits. Along the way, she learned the importance of fulfilling your desires in order to bring your full self to work, exposing yourself to new experiences, and staying humble. As a leader at the top of her game, Kelley also believes strongly in acknowledging and using her privilege to raise ot...2022-02-1742 min
Journeys to EquityOlga Mack On Building a LegacyChange Starts with Your Mindset This episode highlights the career journey of Olga Mack, CEO at Parley Pro. Olga progressed from a traditional practice as an intellectual property lawyer to becoming CEO by always embracing new skills and focusing on ways to make an impact in her chosen profession. Part of this includes her advocacy on behalf of women in the workplace. In fact, Olga was instrumental in passing a state law in California, that requires publicly traded companies to have at least one woman and one representative from a diverse group on its board. Listen as O...2022-02-0350 min
Journeys to EquityNina Blackshear On Unapologetic AuthenticityConquering Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome This episode highlights the career journey of Nina Blackshear the Director, Corporate Counsel - Global Technical Operations at Incyte. Nina’s nontraditional path to law taught her to embrace change, build meaningful relationships, and hone her skill set to propel her forward. She shares a unique way to position yourself in the interview process to secure a role you aspire to, even if you don’t check all the boxes. Listen as she emphasizes the importance of practicing the narrative that is your value proposition, thereby maximizing opportunities that align with your passi...2022-01-2549 min
Journeys to EquityAnne Cappella On The Art of Building a NetworkCultivating Communities For Women In this episode, Anne Cappella, a Partner at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP, discusses forming supportive networks to develop and advance career growth in the legal industry. Anne has developed a unique skill set by integrating her intellectual property background with her prior experience as an engineer and consultant for IBM. This has enabled her to develop a successful litigation and arbitration practice in the federal courts and before the U.S. International Trade Commission. But talent alone will only get you so far. Listen as Anne shares insights on how creating and nurturing a...2022-01-1240 min
Journeys to EquityRishi Varma On Assimilation and AuthenticityRecognizing Individuality and Honoring Your Authentic Self In this episode, Rishi Varma, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary at Hewlett Packard Enterprise, discusses his professional journey as a first generation Indian-American. Rishi shares the invaluable lessons he learned along the way and how it helped to advance his career. These include developing and maintaining strong relationships with the right mentors and honoring his authentic self. Rishi's stories reveal the same struggles many people of color have with balancing their professional and personal lives while still celebrating cultural differences. He also stresses the importance of looking at the diversity lan...2022-01-0452 min
Journeys to EquityHoliday RecapHappy Holidays from the CenterForce Team In this episode, Steve Camac & Robyn Frank recap the impactful themes and lessons learned throughout our conferences and podcasts in 2021. Spotlighting topics such as The Great Resignation, micro-affirmations, vulnerability, intentional coaching, and sponsorship, they also pondered on what to look for in the coming year. We hope that through the everyday examples of our amazing sponsors, panelists and attendees, listeners all over the country will find optimism that we can—and are— bridging the divide and embracing the importance of inclusion, always aspiring to become part of the solution. Tune in for...2021-12-0321 min
Journeys to EquityMelissa Dorman Matthews On Investing in YourselfChange Comes from Inspiration or Desperation In this episode, Melissa Dorman Matthews, Diversity and Inclusion Partner, at Hartline Barger LLP, joins the program for an insightful discussion on the importance of devoting time to business development. She gained first-chair trial experience over her 27 years of practice and shares her journey on the work she put into herself to achieve her goals. Melissa champions promoting and retaining women in law and spearheads the firm’s diversity and inclusion program by focusing efforts on hiring, training, and retention initiatives.Tune in for perspectives on:•Creating a busin...2021-11-2342 min
Journeys to EquityHillary Holmes On Raising Each Other UpEncouraging Women to Speak up and Ask for What they Want In this episode, Hillary Holmes, Partner at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, discusses how networking with purpose allowed her to foster impactful relationships and build a rewarding career. Candidly sharing her personal stories and observations, Hillary shines a light on the invisible barriers that often hinder the career advancement of women, and the best ways to overcome them. This includes raising each other up in order to promote growth and advancement of women in the workplace. Tune in for perspectives on: •Overcoming insecurity and low self...2021-11-1836 min
Journeys to EquityChristianne Kerns On Appreciating the JourneyPerspectives on Taking Risks, Working Hard and Embracing Change In this episode, Christianne Kerns, Managing Partner at Hahn & Hahn, shares her experiences starting out as a young lawyer in the mid-1980s — a time when many firms were dominated by men, and women rarely made partner. Despite having limited knowledge of the legal field as an undergraduate, Christianne found her way into law and never looked back. Her inspiring story addresses how the legal industry has embraced DE&I over the years while also exploring the responsibility senior leaders share in driving transformative change. Tune in fo...2021-11-0438 min
Journeys to EquityNnedinma C. Ifudu Nweke On Race in AmericaAppreciating Culture and Identity to Understand RacismIn this episode, Nnedinma C. Ifudu (Nnedi) Nweke, Partner at Akin Gump, provides her views on race in America through the backdrop of her Nigerian culture and identity. She will share how pivotal experiences in college and law school prompted her to take a step back and become more aware of racism. She understood how her background and experiences had a profound impact on her views of Blacks in America. Nnedi embraces her Nigerian identity and has a strong desire to remain connected through work, family and culture....2021-10-2838 min
Journeys to EquityAngela ONeal On Manifesting Career GoalsWhen Fear and Intuition CollideAngela ONeal, Director of Nextra Solutions at Nexsen Pruet, joins the program to discuss the importance of grabbing hold of ambition and aiming straight for the top. As a first-generation college and advanced degree graduate, Angela addresses how she manifested her childhood dreams into reality and the challenges she faced while entering a male-dominated career as a woman of color. Early on she learned the value of a strong support network and shares her perspective on the importance of mentors, sponsors and allies. Her story also tackles the profound effect of diversity in...2021-10-2146 min
Journeys to EquityBrenda Oliver On Being Your Own ChampionBeing Your Authentic Self in the Workplace In this episode, Brenda Oliver, Principal at Jackson Lewis P.C. talks about how her immigrant background inspired her to become a business immigration attorney. Growing up in California, Brenda watched many people from diverse backgrounds succeed in their careers. This gave her the courage to keep pursuing her dreams despite the many challenges she met along the way. Often be the only woman of color in a meeting room, she had to overcome her won self-doubt and the bias of others in order to achieve her goals. Brenda hopes t...2021-10-1345 min
Journeys to EquityCarmen Ortiz On Making Your MarkAchieving the Opportunity of a LifetimeIn this episode, Carmen Ortiz, Partner at Anderson & Kreiger LLP and a former U.S. Attorney under the Obama administration, discusses her professional journey in the legal sector and treasured lessons she has learned along the way. Carmen, a native New Yorker, details her journey from growing up in Spanish Harlem to eventually being nominated for a U.S. Attorney seat. Despite many challenges at work and adversity on the homefront, Carmen persevered and sculpted a rewarding career by trusting in her faith and the values instilled by her parents. In...2021-10-0742 min
Journeys to EquitySalumeh Loesch On the Immigrant ExperienceBeating the Odds and Finding Success on Her TermsIn this episode, Salumeh Loesch, Of Counsel at Klarquist Sparkman, LLP–a full-service Intellectual Property firm in Portland, Oregon–shares her experience as both an immigrant and a woman of color finding her way to personal and professional fulfillment. Though Salumeh came to this country at the tender age of five, with no English or any understanding of American culture, she managed to excel at school, with an undergraduate degree from Cornell and a law school degree from the University of Michigan. She then went on to a succe...2021-09-2947 min
Journeys to EquityHillary Holmes On DE&I: It’s Simply Good BusinessHow diverse teams are often the best teams and other insights on inclusion. In this episode, Hillary Holmes, Partner at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, discusses her career journey in the legal sector and the valuable lessons she has learned along the way. A life-long Houstonian, Hillary’s passion for law and business grew from a young age after watching her mother become one of the first female partners at her firm. Hillary shares how the legal sector has come to embrace diversity over the years as well as the benefits of working at a firm where DE&I is...2021-09-0948 min