All-Female Judicial Officer Team Talk Law Career Journeys By Alyssa Barajas Henry County’s three judges — all women — have a variety of stories to tell. Two of them — Henry County Common Pleas Judge Amy Rosebrook and Napoleon Municipal Court Judge Elizabeth Schuller — recently were sworn in while a third, Henry County Domestic Relations/Juvenile Judge Denise Herman McColley…
Boosting Women’s Participation in STEM By Jim Williams It’s called the STEM gap; far more men than women in science, technology, engineering, and math. A fun competition in Chicago for girls aims to change that. CBS 2’s Jim Williams talked to one college senior who was so inspired a few years ago, that she changed her career path. Four years…
U.S. Air Force & RJAF Female Aviators Partner in Excellence By Capt. Monique Roux, Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) The U.S. and Royal Jordanian Air Forces are partnering to celebrate women in aviation. This partnership, launched in September 2021 between the U.S. Air Force and RJAF, focuses on empowering women in aviation as a way to cultivate and strengthen…
This Flex Exec Helps Women Find Their Voice By Meredith Somers A 2021 women’s leadership study from LeanIn.org and McKinsey & Co. found that American women held 41% of corporate management positions, and women continue to fight underrepresentation when it comes to board positions and CEO roles. They also face gender bias, harassment, and opposition to their management styles. Here’s…
Peloton’s Kendall Toole To Shift Perspectives on Mental Wellness By Amy Shoenthal Fitness instructors have historically been viewed as beacons of physical health. So it might be a bit unconventional to view them as a prolific voice in the mental health conversation as well. Peloton Instructor Kendall Toole has always been a mental health advocate after her own personal struggles and triumphs.…
The Importance Of Mentorship For Women In Financial Services By Laurie Winger The lack of female leadership across the financial services industry underscores room for growth. For reference, a September 2021 study by McKinsey found that just 24% of C-suite-level executives are women, while women make up almost half of the U.S. workforce according to Zippia. At CUNA Mutual Group,…
Helping Immigrant Women With Career Opportunities By CBC Communications I am a human first and I like to connect with other people on a deeper level. I believe I am kind, blessed, and a go-getter who follows her dreams. My name is Sangeeta Sharma and I am the president of NIWE Academy and a mother of two blessed kids. I…
Crocs’ Lori Foglia on Leading With Levity By Shoshy Ciment Lori Foglia joined Crocs in October as the company’s chief product and merchandising officer. She came from L Brands, where she most recently served as the company’s EVP and global general merchandise manager. Here, she discusses the importance of finding fun in work, forming relationships, and how she learned to…
Katey Sagal: How Women Can Make It In Hollywood By Mariel Loveland It’s not easy to make it in Hollywood, but it’s especially difficult if you’re a woman. New research from San Diego State’s Center for the Study of Women in Television and Film (via The Hollywood Reporter) found that women make up just a third of on-screen film roles…
Forever 21 CEO On Embracing Progress Over Perfection By Nikara Johns Winnie Park was tapped as Forever 21’s chief executive in January after holding the top spot at Paper Source for the past six years. Here, she opens up about obstacles in her career, being a self-aware leader, embracing progress over perfection, and the women who inspire her. My leadership…
