In this episode of Fairygodboss Radio we chat with Lydia DiClemente, Managing Director and Head of the Field Advisor Development Program at Bank of America. Lydia shares her inspiring journey from growing up with immigrant parents who kept savings in a shoebox to finding a passion for financial empowerment, becoming a financial advisor, and transitioning into leadership.  With 21 years in the industry, including 13 years at Bank of America, she reflects on her experiences as one of the few women in her field early on and emphasizes the importance of mentorship and supporting women in finance. Throughout the conversation, Lydia offers invaluable advice on mentorship, navigating career shifts, and achieving work-life balance. Fairygodboss is proud to partner with Bank of America. Find a job there today!

In this episode of Fairygodboss Radio we chat with Alisha Kalb, the Systems Engineering Leader at GE Aerospace. Alisha began her career at GE Aerospace immediately after college when she was drawn to the company after hearing about their fantastic training program.  Throughout the episode, Alisha shares the many roles she has taken on during her 20 year journey, her passion for mentoring, and her unique perspective as a leader in engineering. Alisha also emphasizes the importance of authenticity and asking for help during challenging times.   Fairygodboss is proud to partner with GE Aerospace. Find a job there today!

In this episode of Fairygodboss Radio, Kumud Bika, VP at The Muse, sits down with Julie Grzeda, Director of Early Career Talent at GE Aerospace. Starting as a chemistry major, Julie found her true calling in human resources during an internship at GE in the '90s, marking the beginning of her impactful tenure.  From her early days on the shop floor to leading change in early career development, she shares insights on the power of continuous learning and building meaningful relationships. Hear Julie's candid stories about navigating dual careers, relocating to different geographies, and finding balance between work and life's rubber vs. crystal balls. Fairygodboss is proud to partner with GE Aerospace. Find a job there today!

Meet Nolita Lewis, an executive leader with over 22 years of experience at GE. From being a first-generation college graduate with a fascination for planes to becoming a pioneer in the aerospace industry, she reflects on the challenges along the way and shares how her dedication and fearlessness have helped her break barriers and succeed in a field traditionally dominated by men. Hear about Nolita's experience of being the only woman in the room and what has motivated her to stay at GE for more than two decades. She also provides practical advice on building a network and the importance of intentional self-care. Tune in to learn more about Nolita's remarkable story and gain insights into building a successful career in STEM. Nolita Lewis is currently the executive leader of the Materials Behavior and Operations department in Engineering Material Systems at GE Aerospace. Her passion for Aerospace, engineering and math bought her to GE and has kept her here for 20+ years. She is a first-generation college study born in Atlanta, Georgia. She has been married for 16 years and has two children. In the office, she is a proud member of the African American Forum, GE Women’s Network and serves as an ally for the GLBTA Alliance & Veterans Network.  Fairygodboss is proud to partner with GE Aerospace. Find a job there today!

Listen to this episode of Fairygodboss Radio to discover Maureen Connolly's inspiring journey at PepsiCo, from her start as an intern to her current role as the eCommerce Sales Manager for Walmart.com. Maureen shares insights into the people and empowering culture at PepsiCo, emphasizing the company's dedication to developing female talent. She also discusses the importance of building a network, the value of showing empathy, and the impact of vulnerability in professional and personal relationships. Tune in for valuable advice on leveraging the people around you and embracing challenges to fuel your growth.   Fairygodboss is proud to partner with PepsiCo. Find a job there today! PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female/Minority/Protected Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

In this episode of Fairygodboss Radio, we chat with Heidi Herbrand, the Vice President of Talent Acquisition at GE Aerospace, about her impressive 30-year journey in the world of HR and recruiting. When asked how she got to where she is today, she responded that her success could be attributed to three key factors: 1) her natural curiosity and love for challenges, 2) her focus on the work rather than titles, and 3) her proactiveness in raising her hand for new responsibilities. Throughout the episode, Heidi emphasizes the importance of being intentional and focusing on the positive aspects of life and work. She shares her personal strategies for finding balance, including calendaring everything and reflecting on the week to curate more of the good things. For those interested in a career at GE Aerospace, Heidi also highlights current job opportunities and the groundbreaking work being done at the company. Heidi is a true servant leader in Talent Acquisition with over 30 years of cross functional recruiting, HR and entrepreneurial experience. She is an authentic leader who is passionate about connecting top talent to great work and bringing an aspect of fun into her team culture. Heidi likes to build things. Throughout her career, she has built great teams and great organizations though consistent leadership and leveraging her strong business acumen to create innovative solutions. She consistently pushes past traditional boundaries and has been instrumental in evolving teams and driving strategies to achieve excellence.  Fairygodboss is proud to partner with GE Aerospace. Find a job there today!

In this episode of Fairygodboss Radio, we sit down with tech leaders at PepsiCo, Angelica Arceneaux, Senior Director of Information Technology, and Martha Roos, SVP of Digital Product Management. With over 32 combined years of experience at the company, these two friends share their insights on how to advance in the tech industry, why PepsiCo is an exceptional place for women to work, and how to navigate challenges and thrive as a woman in technology. Tune in and discover how these two trailblazing leaders are changing the game in tech and paving the way for future generations of women in the industry.   Fairygodboss is proud to partner with PepsiCo. Find a job there today! PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female/Minority/Protected Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

In this episode of Fairygodboss Radio, Publicis Sapient's Vice President of Product Management, Anne Phelan, shares stories and advice learned over her 20-year career. Born and raised in the U.K. as one of eight siblings, Anne broke the mold of what a woman “should” do by venturing into business. Having worked in technology-focused industries that are traditionally male-dominated, Anne talks about the challenges she has faced finding her place and feeling imposter syndrome – plus the critical technique her career coach taught her to overcome it.  Listen to the full episode to learn more about how Anne has navigated being a successful working parent and product leader – especially with the support of Publicis Sapient. [Recorded on October 26, 2022]   Anne is a VP Product Manager for Publicis Sapient, International Product Lead for Retail & Consumer Products and EMEA Product Management Lead. Anne has 20+ years experience of helping companies to succeed in their ambitions of Digital Transformation, from creating strategies through to delivery and understanding what is needed to be successful for the future.   People growth, inclusivity, equity and diversity are paramount to Anne to ensure that the same opportunities are available to all.     Outside of her career Anne is a mum to 2 young children and has spent the last 4 years navigating what it means to be a successful working parent, and everything that entails. Fairygodboss is proud to partner with Publicis Sapient. Find a job there today!

The mission of the WiSTEM2D (Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Manufacturing, and Design) Professional Pillar at Johnson & Johnson is to “inspire, nurture and recognize groundbreaking female leaders.”  Remo Colarusso embodies this mission by being a passionate advocate and ally for female talent. As Vice President of Janssen Supply Chain at Johnson & Johnson, Colarusso is primarily responsible for the global manufacturing and supply management of all J&J pharmaceutical brands – but also devotes much of his time to mentoring the next generation of STEM2D leaders. Listen to this episode of Fairygodboss Radio to find out what it means to Colarusso to be an ally and his No. 1 piece of advice for men who want to be allies but aren’t sure where to start. Remo Colarusso is Vice President, Janssen Supply Chain at Johnson & Johnson. In this capacity, Remo is responsible for the global manufacturing and supply management of all J&J pharmaceutical brands.  Remo has more than 30 years of biotech and pharmaceutical experience with Johnson & Johnson in the areas of manufacturing, pharmaceutical development, planning, strategy, engineering, project management and process improvement. Over the course of his career, Remo has been recognized for his commitment to driving supply chain innovation and continuous improvement to deliver maximum value for customers and patients. Personally, he is a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion and focuses a lot of his time mentoring the next generation of industry leaders. Fairygodboss is proud to partner with Johnson & Johnson.

Every year, employers and employees alike look forward to the results of MetLife's research on workplace trends and the changing needs of the workforce. With two decades of research backed by 150+ years of expertise, MetLife's 20th Annual U.S. Employee Benefit Trends Study helps us better understand what really matters to employees.  As we look at the current landscape of the U.S. workplace, new MetLife data finds that overall job satisfaction has reached a 20-year low, and loyalty continues to decline – but working women are one of the least satisfied groups in today's workforce.  In this episode of Fairygodboss Radio, Missy Plohr-Memming, MetLife's Senior Vice President of Group Benefits National Accounts Sales, shares insights from the report, including: Why working women are unsatisfied with their jobsHow to re-examine your employer's benefit offerings to ensure they’re meeting your unique needs and supporting your well-beingHow organizations can improve the 'whole employee' experienceAnd more! Fairygodboss is proud to partner with MetLife. Learn more about their innovative research here!

In this episode of Fairygodboss Radio, Romy is joined by Talat Mangla, a Director in PwC's Trust Solutions group and a working mom of four. Talat shares insights on the power of embedding flexibility at work, embracing the unfamiliar, and being your authentic self. [Recorded on March 31, 2022] Talat Mangla is a Director in PwC's Trust Solutions Innovation group, where she leads digital transformation as a product manager. She’s skilled at leading large teams, managing client relationships, reporting results to executive audiences, public speaking, and auditing. She has 14 years of audit experience with public and non-public clients in a range of industries including utilities, consumer and industrial products, aerospace and defense, and not-for-profits. Talat has supported clients and managed engagements in a broad range of complex circumstances including bankruptcy and restatements. Talat transitioned from the client-facing audit world to the tech space, where she is currently a product manager. She has released two large-scale products that innovate and tech-enable the audit; they are utilized daily by thousands of staff within PwC’s Trust Solutions practice. Talat is a graduate of the Lee Honors College at Western Michigan University and a Certified Public Accountant. She lives with her husband, four children and parents in northern Virginia. Fairygodboss is proud to partner with PwC. Find a job there today!

In this episode of Fairygodboss Radio, Romy is joined by India Sylvester, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at Lumen. India shares how a surprising college elective course helped launch her 15-year career in human resources. Hear how she grew her career by accepting new challenges, ignoring bad advice, and taking care of herself. India Sylvester is Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer for Lumen where she leads efforts to create a culture of inclusion and a sense of belonging for diverse teams and clients across the organization. India is an accomplished leader. She has more than 15 years of experience in human resources, with a focus on culture-shaping, talent and global diversity and inclusion.  She has a bachelor’s degree in economics from Valdosta State University and an MBA from Strayer University. She is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and is also a Society for Human Resource Management Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).  India believes creating a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion and belonging is a journey, saying, “Our purpose is furthering human progress through technology. That progress requires a team of experts, with a world of different views, experiences, and skills, working together to build a better and stronger company.” India’s pursuit of change and self-betterment carries into her personal life as well, where she enjoys working on home improvement and renovation projects with her family.  Fairygodboss is proud to partner with Lumen. Find a job there today!

In this episode of Fairygodboss Radio, Lucinda Newcomb shares stories of her 27 years career – from leading large product teams at Walmart, Sephora, Gap, and Yahoo! to her most impactful (and passion-fueled!) role yet as Chief Product Officer at WW. Lucinda reveals her top tips on managing career changes and staying true to yourself in the workplace. [Recorded on December 17, 2021] Lucinda Newcomb joined WW in March 2020 as Chief Product Officer, where she leads the WW member experience across all digital channels. Ms. Newcomb is a veteran customer experience leader with a proven track record in building end-to-end digital experiences that delight customers while driving business results.  Ms. Newcomb has an extensive background leading large product teams at omni-channel brands. At Walmart, she was a VP Officer, leading Product Management for all of online shopping. At Sephora, she was the VP, Digital Product, responsible for the entire portfolio of omni-channel digital experiences across product management and design. She has also held digital product leadership positions at Lonely Planet, Gap and Yahoo!.  Ms. Newcomb is a graduate of Swarthmore College, where she received a degree in Economics and Political Science. Fairygodboss is proud to partner with WW. Find a job there today!

In this episode, Romy is joined by a team of mentors and friends from General Motors, Tammi and Adrienne, and brilliant engineers Andrea, Cecilia, and Nora. Hear their career journeys as women in the automotive industry and how their passions led them to create impactful careers at GM. Tammi DeWildt provides support to Site based HR/LR team members and the Manufacturing leadership team at GM. Tammi is responsible for hire to exit at 8 critical manufacturing sites across GM’s N.A. operations. Outside of work, Tammi enjoys spending time with her family, boating, and traveling. As a Talent Acquisition Leader at GM, Adrienne Dudka leads the overall vision and strategy for early-career recruitment. Her team innovates to support the enterprise goal of being the most inclusive company in the world by acquiring diverse skill sets into entry-level roles. Outside of work Adrienne enjoys spending time with her family and friends on the golf course or just in the comforts of home! Andrea Hidalgo grew up in N.Y.C. and studied Mechanical Engineering at Stony Brook University. She is currently a Racing Project Engineer and previously worked in diesel engine calibration and transmission development. She is a member of the GM Latino Network and leads the Hispanic Partnership Recruitment team. Cecilia Nguyen is a Software Developer on the Digital Business Software team at General Motors IT. In her free time, she’s currently reading books about transformative justice and decolonization. Nora Rincon is a Mexican-born Mechanical Engineer that grew up in Chicago, IL. She was hired by GM as an intern at a SHPE Convention. She has held various roles in Manufacturing and is now a Program Quality manager for Vehicle Processes. She is a member of the GM Latino Network and leads the Hispanic Partnership Recruitment Team.

In this episode of Fairygodboss Radio, Romy is joined by two inspiring women tech leaders at GoDaddy, Kasturi Mudulodu, Vice President of Product Management, and Demetria Elmore, Vice President of Partners Care. Hear Kasturi’s incredible accomplishments of her 20 year career in engineering and product management, and how Demetria navigated major pivots from nonprofits to corporate to tech. [Recorded on November 19, 2021] Kasturi Mudulodu As Vice President of Product at GoDaddy, Kasturi is a relentless advocate for customers shaping the future of omni-channel commerce — the ability to sell anything anywhere — for millions of small businesses around the world. Demetria Silvera Elmore is an experienced customer service strategy and operations leader, with an extensive background in business innovation, strategy development, operations design, and process improvement. She is Vice President, Partners Care and Services at GoDaddy. In her role, she leads a global team dedicated to customer service excellence for web designers and developers so they can effectively host websites, build payment platforms, and manage their clientele. A travel industry veteran, Demetria spent nearly a decade as an internal consultant with Marriott International, then as Vice President of Global Customer Operations at Expedia. Before joining Marriott in Bethesda, Maryland, Demetria was a consultant with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) in Atlanta, Georgia. Demetria holds a M.B.A. from Harvard Business School, and a B.A. from Yale University. She lives in Seattle, WA with her mom Enid, daughter Avery, and son Stephen. She loves Caribbean food, a good organized crime TV series or sentimental Hallmark movie, a fun yoga class, boating, hiking and running anywhere with sunshine.

In this episode of Fairygodboss Radio, Romy is joined by Kenzie Ferguson, Vice President of Foundation and Corporate Social Responsibility for Delta Dental of California. Kenzie shares her unconventional career journey into the corporate world, how she navigated being one of the only women at a male-dominated tech company, and how her willingness to learn and try new things brought her to where she is today. [Recorded on October 19, 2021] Kenzie Ferguson is Vice President of Foundation and Corporate Social Responsibility for Delta Dental of California. Kenzie provides strategic vision and direction to Delta Dental’s charitable and philanthropic giving, community service and associated CSR programs in conjunction with the enterprise’s mission of advancing dental health and access to care through exceptional dental benefits, service, technology and professional support. Kenzie brings to Delta Dental of California more than a decade of experience managing corporate giving and CSR programs. She built TE Connectivity’s CSR department, which coordinated the extensive environmental, safety, workplace, governance and community-related programs within the company. Under Ferguson’s leadership, TE Connectivity signed on to the United Nations Global Compact, was recognized by Newsweek in its Top 100 Green Rankings, donated millions of dollars to a variety of in-need organizations throughout the world and achieved a listing on the Dow Jones Sustainability Index North America. Most recently, she has been consulting with nonprofits and women-owned small businesses in Morocco and France. Kenzie holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Santa Cruz, a Master of Business Administration degree from Nyenrode University, and is a PhD student at the International School of Business in Paris.

In this episode of Fairygodboss Radio, Romy passes her hosting hat to Fairygodboss Diversity Advisor, Aisha Alleyne. Aisha sits down with Katie Warchol, an Edward Jones financial advisor, to hear how she has found purpose in a reinvented career. Katie shares advice on how to navigate a career change and how to recognize your transferable skills.  Since 2006, Katie has been working for Edward Jones; a company she believes truly understands what it means to serve clients, the community and the individuals who work for this outstanding firm.   Prior to Edward Jones, Katie was a counselor at St. Louis University. During her first 8 years at Edward Jones, Katie had the opportunity to work and train hundreds of financial advisors and branch teams throughout the country. After years of training financial advisors and watching them make a difference in their clients' lives, Katie realized that a career as an Edward Jones financial advisor would bring her back to her passion of helping people. Since 2014, Katie has used her counseling experience, empathy and empowerment skills to help individual investors and business owners achieve their goals.  When not in the office, you are most likely to find Katie traveling the world. In addition to her wanderlust, Katie is a passionate volunteer for the Animal Protection Agency and a fervent supporter of the United Way. She is also a certified yoga instructor (RYT® 200), loves cheering on the St. Louis Blues and spending quality time with her family and friends.  Fairygodboss is proud to partner with Edward Jones. Find a job there today!

In this episode of Fairygodboss Radio, Romy is joined by Wanda Hope, Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer at Johnson & Johnson. Wanda shares her experiences (and advice!) of her flourishing 30-year career at J&J – from being the first in many roles as a young sales professional to advancing DEI as a thought leader. Wanda Bryant Hope is an accomplished business executive with significant experience in general management, marketing, sales, commercial operations, and human resources. She currently serves as Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer at Johnson & Johnson, and is responsible for globally advancing the company’s diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) outcomes, strengthening DEI capabilities, and driving growth through innovation. Prior to this role, Wanda held a variety of leadership positions across Johnson & Johnson including Vice President, Sales & Marketing; Vice President, Commercial Analytics, Development & Operations; and Vice President, Global Performance & Development. She has been recognized for her ability to exceed business results, deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges, lead global change, develop people for optimal results and DEI global outcomes. Wanda is a sought-after speaker and thought leader on advancing DEI to drive business performance and results. Her passion and performance have been recognized with several awards including the Elite 100 of Black Women leaders by Diverse Women Media, Penn State Smeal Diversity Award, and the Most Powerful Women in Corporate Diversity by Black Enterprise Magazine. Wanda received her Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from The Pennsylvania State University. She and her husband Bobby are the proud parents of Tyler, their 14-year-old son.