Catherine Cartwright started her journey shortly after becoming a young single mom at the age of 19. She put herself through undergraduate and graduate school with minimal family support as well as a young daughter to take care of. When her daughter needed a costly dental surgery, she switched career fields from academia to the tech space to have more monetary flexibility. She has successfully created a credible name for herself within the tech industry as she catalyzed her gift of leadership as well as her way of sparking change in areas that need it. Currently she is in the process of intertwining her passion for art and her passion for social impact with her corporate identity. We discussed topics such as strategies to grow in a corporate role, the importance of mentorship and networking, and staying connected to your passions outside of your corporate job.