Journeys to Leadership
30 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★ - 5 ratingsJourneys to Leadership assembles the collective wisdom of local, national, and international women leaders representing a cross-section of industries and organizations that drive our world. From career trajectory and turning points to game-changing wins, the Journeys to Leadership podcast will enlighten and inspire emerging and seasoned leaders through authentic and engaging stories that will enrich their own leadership journeys.
This podcast is produced by Agnes Scott Alumna, Sydni Michelle Perry '21.
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Episodes
Be Intentional with Your Impact - Dr. Maxine Cain's Journey
March 04, 2024 11:00 - 22 minutes - 31.3 MBMeet Dr. Maxine Cain, an accomplished People Leader dedicated to transforming the lives of women business leaders and entrepreneurs in STEM fields. As a senior human resources expert and innovative entrepreneur, Dr. Cain is recognized for her pioneering approaches to business, strategy, diversity, equity, inclusion, and STEM. Dr. Cain is the Founder & President of STEM Atlanta Women, Inc., a non-profit 501c (3) organization committed to Enlightening, Educating, and Empowering women...
The Power Within You & The Talent Around You - Rachel Wilson's Journey
February 09, 2024 11:00 - 22 minutes - 30.4 MBIn this episode, we feature Rachel Wilson '05, currently the Managing Partner at The BFM Fund, after her role as Principal and Head of Operations at Collab Capital. With over a decade of international experience spanning industries such as Food & Beverage, Automotive, Tech, Healthcare, Music, Fashion, and Media, Rachel is a seasoned professional. During her tenure at Collab Capital, a prominent VC Firm based in Atlanta, GA, she spearheaded VC operations and fund governance processes...
Let Your Values Guide You - Rickey Bevington's Journey
January 05, 2024 11:00 - 24 minutes - 34.4 MBRickey Bevington is an Emmy award-winning journalist and the dynamic President of the World Affairs Council of Atlanta. Graduating magna cum laude from Barnard College of Columbia University with a degree in Comparative Literature, Rickey has established herself as a distinguished personality in the media landscape. Recognized as the "Best On-Air Personality" by the Georgia Association of Broadcasters, Rickey was the acclaimed host of National Public Radio’s "All Things Considered"...
Push Forward & Be Persistent- Dr. Eloisa Klementich's Journey
December 01, 2023 11:00 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MBDr. Eloisa Klementich CEcD is the President and CEO of Invest Atlanta. She has successfully created programs, initiatives, and policies in support of equitable economic growth and community empowerment objectives. She has significant experience in small business, economic and community development, operational efficiencies, problem-solving, and financial stewardship. Dr. Klementich is a motivated team builder with strategic, innovative, and tactical economic development expertise su...
Collaboration, Communication, and Contribution- Rachel May's Journey
November 10, 2023 12:29 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBRachel May is the Co-Founder and Producing Artistic Director of Synchronicity Theatre in Atlanta, GA. She has directed over 25 productions for Synchronicity Theatre. Her directing work has been seen in and around Atlanta at Actor’s Express, Aurora Theatre, Theatre Gael, Dad’s Garage, and the University of Georgia. In addition to her executive role at Synchronicity, she actively teaches and leads workshops across Atlanta, and has made a tremendous impact on the theatre industry acro...
Lead How You Want To Be Led - Katie Saez's Journey
November 10, 2023 12:25 - 19 minutes - 27.1 MBKatherine Saez is a 22-year Truist veteran and serves as Truist's Georgia Regional President. She received her BSBA from the University of Florida and her MBA from Georgia State. She serves as the senior leader in the Georgia Market. She is responsible for directing and integrating client management business development efforts with privately-held companies operating in business banking, commercial, middle market, and commercial real estate, as well as nonprofit and governmental ent...
Engage With Your Community- Lynae Vanee's Journey
December 02, 2022 13:00 - 22 minutes - 31 MBNAACP Image Award Nominee Lynae Vanee is a multifaceted performer, poet, influencer, writer, and actress hailing from Atlanta, Georgia. A graduate of Spelman College and Boston University with a Master's Degree in African American Studies, Lynae uses her digital platforms to speak on race, feminism, politics, and inclusivity. Lynae's viral videos have garnered over 20 million views across platforms and have garnered the attention of several celebrities, major networks, and the gener...
Look for the Lesson- Heidi Rew's Journey
November 09, 2022 13:00 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MBHeidi Rew is a Georgia native. She is a national voiceover talent, actress, host, and former radio DJ. She has worked in multiple markets, with nearly a decade of experience in the entertainment industry. She specializes in commercial, Industrial/Narration, and Promotional voiceover. Her work can be heard in commercials for various companies, including AutoNation, GE, Hallmark, Jiffy Lube, Build-a-Bear, Subway, and Belk, to name a few. She is also the co-owner of Atlanta Voiceover S...
Don't Let Failure Go to Your Heart- Loretta Ross' Journey
October 19, 2022 11:30 - 21 minutes - 30.1 MBLoretta J. Ross is an activist, public intellectual, and scholar. She has written about and advocated for reproductive justice and the history of African American women. Ross started her career in activism in social justice in the 1970s, working at the National Football League Player's Association, the DC Rape Crisis Center, the National Organization for Women, and the National Black Women's Health Project. The Center for Democratic Renewal, the National Center for Human Rights Edu...
Do What Brings You Joy- Saycon Sengbloh's Journey
May 18, 2022 20:15 - 26 minutes - 37.1 MBDr. Saycon Senglboh '00x is a tony award-nominated and award-winning actress with a gift for dramatic storytelling and soaring vocal prowess. An Atlanta native of Liberian descent, she is passionate about the power of education, as evidenced by her service on the board of the Monrovia Football Academy, the first school in Liberia to combine formal education with the development of careers in professional soccer. Saycon currently stars in ABC's reboot of "The Wonder Years" as Lillian...
The Birth of Something Wonderful- Layli Miller-Murro's Journey
March 09, 2022 13:30 - 24 minutes - 34 MBLayli Miller-Muro has been a powerful influence and an active leader in getting justice and creating change for women worldwide. She founded the Tahirih Justice Center, serving as the Chief Executive Officer for over 20 years. She has led the organization in its service to over 30,000 women and girls while promoting the further development of laws to protect women. She has received numerous honors for her work, including being named one of the “100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs of 2...
The First But Not the Only- Chanel Frazier's Journey
February 16, 2022 19:46 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MBChanel Frazier is BlackRock’s Global Head of Business Strategy for the Portfolio Management Group (PMG) & Head of the Atlanta Innovation Hub. Originally from New York, she is taking the city of Atlanta, GA by storm. She is an internationally renowned strategist, as well as an attorney, public speaker, and innovative leader. She earned her A.B. in Government from Dartmouth College, her Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia School of Law and her Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxati...
You'll Never Know, If You Never Try- Andrea Abrams' Journey
October 27, 2021 12:42 - 22 minutes - 31 MBDr. Andrea Abrams '93 has a B.A. in sociology and anthropology from Agnes Scott College, a Masters in anthropology, a graduate certificate in women’s studies, and a Ph.D. in anthropology from Emory University. She currently serves as Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Centre College and was the commencement speaker this past spring. Through the support of her family, belief in herself, and the courage to try despite not knowing what the outcome may be, Dr. Abrams...
Faith, Education, and Hardwork - Venessa Harrison's Journey
August 18, 2021 20:00 - 20 minutes - 28.2 MBVenessa Harrison is the President of AT&T Georgia. She is responsible for developing the overall strategic direction of AT&T’s public policy, economic development, and community engagement activities across the state of Georgia. She is committed to helping make a difference in the community and in the lives of others and has a passion for driving positive impact and social equity. Listen to her interview with President Zak as she tells us her journey from starting as a telephone ope...
Just Do It, Just Start- Jill Savitt's Journey
July 28, 2021 20:00 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MBJill Savitt is the President & CEO of the National Center for Civil and Human Rights. Beginning her career as a reporter for WAMU, the NPR affiliate in Washington, DC, she graduated summa cum laude from Yale University. She served as the Acting Director of the Simon-Skjodt [Scott] Center for the Prevention of Genocide at the US Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC, before assuming the role as the President and CEO of the National Center for Civil and Human Rights in Atlanta...
Jill Savitt's Journey
July 28, 2021 20:00 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MBJill Savitt is the President & CEO of the National Center for Civil and Human Rights. Beginning her career as a reporter for WAMU, the NPR affiliate in Washington, DC, she graduated summa cum laude from Yale University. She served as the Acting Director of the Simon-Skjodt [Scott] Center for the Prevention of Genocide at the US Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC, before assuming the role as the President and CEO of the National Center for Civil and Human Rights in Atlanta...
Amira Daugherty's Journey
July 14, 2021 20:50 - 23 minutes - 32.1 MBListen to President Zak's conversation with the "incomporable" Amira Daugherty '19. Known as @AmiraUnplugged on social media, Amira is a 2019 graduate of Agnes Scott College who uses her gifts as a talented singer, writer, rapper, spoken word artist, and activist to inspire and empower those fighting for social justice causes. She also uses her creativity to create space to empower diverse groups of people to achieve their goals. She performs on the physical and virtual stages worl...
People Want to See You Shine- Amira Daugherty's Journey
July 14, 2021 20:50 - 23 minutes - 32.1 MBListen to President Zak's conversation with the "incomporable" Amira Daugherty '19. Known as @AmiraUnplugged on social media, Amira is a 2019 graduate of Agnes Scott College who uses her gifts as a talented singer, writer, rapper, spoken word artist, and activist to inspire and empower those fighting for social justice causes. She also uses her creativity to create space to empower diverse groups of people to achieve their goals. She performs on the physical and virtual stages worl...
Yehimi Cambrón's Journey
June 23, 2021 20:11 - 22 minutes - 31.6 MBYehimi Cambrón '14 is a full-time artist, activist, and national public speaker born in Michoacán, México and raised in Atlanta, GA. Cambrón’s artwork focuses on celebrating the humanity, resilience, and contributions of immigrants. Cambrón attended Agnes Scott College and graduated with a B.A. in Studio Art in 2014. In 2015, Cambrón became the first of two DACAmented educators placed in Georgia by TFA and served on TFA’s DACA Advisory Board for two terms. She incorporated her own b...
Take a Risk & Pave the Way- Yehimi Cambrón's Journey
June 23, 2021 20:11 - 22 minutes - 31.6 MBYehimi Cambrón '14 is a full-time artist, activist, and national public speaker born in Michoacán, México and raised in Atlanta, GA. Cambrón’s artwork focuses on celebrating the humanity, resilience, and contributions of immigrants. Cambrón attended Agnes Scott College and graduated with a B.A. in Studio Art in 2014. In 2015, Cambrón became the first of two DACAmented educators placed in Georgia by TFA and served on TFA’s DACA Advisory Board for two terms. She incorporated her own b...
Dean Karen Goff's Journey
June 09, 2021 20:00 - 19 minutes - 26.7 MBPresident Zak speaks with Dean Karen Goff, Dean of Students at Agnes Scott College, about her journey from receiving her bachelor's degree in psychology and history to her master's of Divinity and eventually pursuing a career in Higher Education.
Not a Destination- Dean Karen Goff's Journey
June 09, 2021 20:00 - 19 minutes - 26.7 MBPresident Zak speaks with Dean Karen Goff, Dean of Students at Agnes Scott College, about her journey from receiving her bachelor's degree in psychology and history to her master's of Divinity and eventually pursuing a career in Higher Education.
Rose Scott's Journey
May 20, 2021 15:28 - 25 minutes - 34.8 MBFor more than 20 years, Rose Scott has been a driving force in the news and media world. She received a degree in radio, tv, film, and sports media at Indiana State University and became one of the first women in the country to host a daily sports talk show. Rose Scott is also a multi- Emmy Award-Winning Journalist, host, and executive producer of ‘Closer Look”, a compelling show that features a mix of local, national, and international stories and interviews. It airs weekdays at 1...
Challenging the Standard- Rose Scott's Journey
May 20, 2021 15:28 - 25 minutes - 34.8 MBFor more than 20 years, Rose Scott has been a driving force in the news and media world. She received a degree in radio, tv, film, and sports media at Indiana State University and became one of the first women in the country to host a daily sports talk show. Rose Scott is also a multi- Emmy Award-Winning Journalist, host, and executive producer of ‘Closer Look”, a compelling show that features a mix of local, national, and international stories and interviews. It airs weekdays at 1...
The Power of Music- Kyshona Armstrong's Journey
May 04, 2021 21:16 - 30 minutes - 41.3 MBShe has over 10 years of songwriting experience and has merged the two worlds of songwriting and music therapy to focus on one mission: To be a voice and a vessel for those that feel lost, forgotten, silenced, and who are hurting. This is Kyshona Armstrong.
Kyshona Armstrong's Journey
May 04, 2021 21:16 - 30 minutes - 41.3 MBShe has over 10 years of songwriting experience and has merged the two worlds of songwriting and music therapy to focus on one mission: To be a voice and a vessel for those that feel lost, forgotten, silenced, and who are hurting. This is Kyshona Armstrong.
Power through Music- Kyshona Armstrong's Journey
May 04, 2021 21:16 - 30 minutes - 41.3 MBShe has over ten years of songwriting experience and has merged the two worlds of songwriting and music therapy to focus on one mission: To be a voice and a vessel for those that feel lost, forgotten, silenced, and who are hurting. As a music therapist, she wrote her first songs with her patients, both students, and inmates. Through her work, she realized her dream of independent songwriting and soon joined the Nashville music scene. Her music has overarching themes of empowerment, ...
The Support of a Community- Mayor Patti Garrett's Journey
April 21, 2021 20:25 - 21 minutes - 29.2 MBAs a graduate of Texas Christian University, Tennessee University, Leadership Dekalb, and the Atlanta Regional Commission’s Regional Leadership Institute, she serves as Chair of the Board of the National Civic League. She has served six terms as the Mayor of Decatur, originally taking office in 2016. She is a member of the Federal Policy Council, the Environmental and Natural Resources Committee and serves as a member of the Board of Directors of the Georgia Municipal Association (G...
Mayor Patti Garrett's Journey
April 21, 2021 20:25 - 21 minutes - 29.2 MBShe serves as Chair of the Board of the National Civic League. She is a member of the Federal Policy Council, the Environmental and Natural Resources Committee, and serves as a member of the Board of Directors of the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA). She has served six terms as the Mayor of Decatur, originally taking office in 2016. This is the journey of Mayor Patti Garrett.
Welcome to Journeys to Leadership!
April 15, 2021 17:42 - 54 seconds - 1.31 MBWelcome to Journeys to Leadership a new podcast show from Agnes Scott College hosted by President Leocadia Zak. Join her as she talks with women leaders from around the world about their journeys to where they are now. The first episode of Journeys to Leadership will premiere on Wednesday.