Latest Corporate america Podcast Episodes
#140 Zaka Presents My Journey Ajayi Pickering Haynes
Zaka Presents: My Journey - June 27, 2024 14:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings"Model What You Want to Attract" is the motto that Ajayi lives by. He is a remarkable first-generation immigrant from St. Thomas who has made significant strides in both public health and authorship. Ajayi's journey is a testament to resilience and dedication, having witnessed firsthand the disp...
#139 Zaka Presents My Journey Carl Edwin Rigaud
Zaka Presents: My Journey - June 21, 2024 13:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsIn this inspiring episode, we sit down with Carl Rigaud, a Senior Analyst at Ally Financial. Born prematurely alongside his twin brother, Carl’s early life defied the odds, earning them the nickname “miracle babies.” Carl’s journey takes us from the vibrant streets of Haiti to overcoming the ch...
#138 Zaka Presents My Journey Michelle Manglal Lan
Zaka Presents: My Journey - June 13, 2024 19:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsMichelle Manglal-lan is the Senior Manager of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Samsung Electronics. With over 20 years of experience across multiple industries, Michelle is a powerhouse in Talent Management & Development, DEI, Engagement, Employer Branding, and Employee Mobility. Michelle’...
#137 Zaka Presents My Journey Yasir Kurt
Zaka Presents: My Journey - June 06, 2024 21:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsYasir Kurt, a first-gen Turkish-American who turned the seeds of grit and resilience into a flourishing career in counseling and education. Yasir's story begins in a household where education beyond middle school was a distant dream, yet the drive to achieve more was deeply instilled by his visi...
#136 Zaka Presents My Journey Srijita Ghosh
Zaka Presents: My Journey - May 30, 2024 15:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsWe explore the remarkable journey of Srijita Ghosh, a distinguished venture advisor based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. From her early days overcoming personal challenges with anxiety to becoming a driving force for entrepreneurship in the Midwest, Srijita's story is a compelling testament to res...
135 Zaka Presents My Journey Devika Brij
Zaka Presents: My Journey - May 23, 2024 22:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsDevika Brij, Founder of Brij the Gap Consulting, shares her inspiring career journey in tech, including her impactful roles at Google and LinkedIn, and how these experiences led her to launch her own firm. Brij the Gap Consulting specializes in empowering underrepresented employees and their lea...
#135 Zaka Presents My Journey Devika Brij
Zaka Presents: My Journey - May 23, 2024 22:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsDevika Brij, Founder of Brij the Gap Consulting, shares her inspiring career journey in tech, including her impactful roles at Google and LinkedIn, and how these experiences led her to launch her own firm. Brij the Gap Consulting specializes in empowering underrepresented employees and their lea...
#134 Zaka Presents My Journey Bala Arjunan Muthiah
Zaka Presents: My Journey - May 16, 2024 17:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsAs the Head of Engineering at a leading tech company in Silicon Valley, Bala Arjunan Muthiah shares his remarkable journey from leaving India 15 years ago to becoming a prominent leader in the tech ecosystem. His story is one of resilience, navigating the challenges of adapting to a new culture,...
134 Zaka Presents My Journey Bala Arjunan Muthiah
Zaka Presents: My Journey - May 16, 2024 17:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsAs the Head of Engineering at a leading tech company in Silicon Valley, Bala Arjunan Muthiah shares his remarkable journey from leaving India 15 years ago to becoming a prominent leader in the tech ecosystem. His story is one of resilience, navigating the challenges of adapting to a new culture,...
#133 Zaka Presents My Journey Taonaya Fleury Ghazarian
Zaka Presents: My Journey - May 09, 2024 19:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsTaonaya Fleury Ghazarian's story is one of resilience and determination. She shares how her diverse career path, from real estate to being a flight attendant, has given her a unique cultural perspective and prepared her for the tech industry's challenges. Her groundbreaking mental health tech co...
#132 Zaka Presents My Journey Taonaya Fleury Ghazarian
Zaka Presents: My Journey - May 09, 2024 19:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsTaonaya Fleury Ghazarian's story is one of resilience and determination. She shares how her diverse career path, from real estate to being a flight attendant, has given her a unique cultural perspective and prepared her for the tech industry's challenges. Her groundbreaking mental health tech co...
#132 Zaka Presents My Journey Castelline Tilus
Zaka Presents: My Journey - May 02, 2024 15:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsWe bring you the story of Castelline Tilus, a Haitian American visionary who exemplifies the potential of immigrant professionals. Castelline's journey, from her arrival in the United States at age 6 to becoming a leader in sustainable development, serves as an inspiration for anyone striving to...
#131 Zaka Presents My Journey Mischka Crichton
Zaka Presents: My Journey - April 25, 2024 17:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsJoin us for an inspiring conversation with Mischka Crichton, CEO of the Toronto Caribbean Carnival, as she shares her journey from Deloitte to leading North America's largest attended event. Discover how her cultural heritage and lessons from her immigrant family inspired her to defy conventiona...
#130 Zaka Presents My Journey Jean D Pierre
Zaka Presents: My Journey - April 18, 2024 12:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsJean D. Pierre, the Executive Vice President and Chief Behavioral Health Officer at Community Health of South Florida Inc., educates us on the diverse career paths within social work and the strategic advantages of social work certification. Jean emphasizes the importance of ensuring that the Li...
#129 Zaka Presents My Journey Sandie Bonwinkor
Zaka Presents: My Journey - April 12, 2024 02:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsLiberian-American Sandie Bonwinkor's story embodies resilience and adaptability. Raised by a single mother in the US, Sandie learned the value of hard work and perseverance early on, driving her to achieve success. Her profound understanding of Gen Z dynamics, coupled with her corporate experien...
#128 Zaka Presents My Journey Christian McKenzie
Zaka Presents: My Journey - April 04, 2024 13:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsChristian McKenzie shares her inspiring journey from navigating the challenges of growing up in an immigrant household to carving a path in the world of venture capital. Starting as a retail buyer for Macy's, Christian's passion for supporting founders propelled her into venture capital, driven ...
#127 Zaka Presents My Journey Jaylah Sandoval
Zaka Presents: My Journey - March 28, 2024 14:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsOn Air Personality, Jaylah Sandoval, followed her passion to work in a field that she loves and can still be able to inspire and motivate others. As a Costa Rican and Salvadorian, she speaks about being a Latina in her industry and the challenges and perseverance it took to break into the ente...
#126 Zaka Presents My Journey Neelu Kaur
Zaka Presents: My Journey - March 21, 2024 12:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsBorn in India and raised in the US, Neelu Kaur shares her immigrant story. She moved with her parents at a young age with only $75. As an Executive Leader Coach, Speaker, and Author, she grew up in a traditional Indian culture that valued the collective "we" over the individualistic "I". Advoca...
#125 Zaka Presents My Journey Lester Moses
Zaka Presents: My Journey - March 14, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsMeet Lester Moses, a Senior Customer Solutions Manager (CSM) supporting the Salesforce.com account at AWS. In his current role, he is responsible for building trust and serving as a key advisor for Salesforce. Leveraging his expertise in program management, technical skills, organizational acume...
#124 Zaka Presents My Journey Danica S. Nelson
Zaka Presents: My Journey - March 07, 2024 14:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsDanica S. Nelson, an award-winning marketer with over 10 years of experience, transitioned from her roles at TELUS and Shopify to become a successful content creator, teaching people how to make and manage money. Born to Jamaican parents, Danica shares insights into her journey—from corporate pr...
#123 Zaka Presents My Journey Aaron Padin
Zaka Presents: My Journey - February 29, 2024 18:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsAward-Winning Design Director and former Head of Art and Design at J. Walter Thompson Worldwide, Aaron Padin unveils the untold stories behind his iconic projects, revealing how his unique cultural journey influenced his approach to design and branding. From the pulsating energy of NYC streets ...
#122 Zaka Presents My Journey Bryan Wooden
Zaka Presents: My Journey - February 22, 2024 14:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsBryan Wooden shares his extraordinary life story on the latest episode. From growing up in a Bahamian and Dominican household to becoming a successful entrepreneur, Bryan's cultural background has been a driving force in his life. Learn about the pivotal moments that shaped his approach to DEI l...
#121 Zaka Presents My Journey Adriene Bueno
Zaka Presents: My Journey - February 15, 2024 17:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsAdriene Bueno is a trailblazing Latina excelling in the sports industry. With over a decade of experience, Adriene has left an indelible mark on major brands like the NBA, Adidas, LA Clippers, Electronic Arts. On top of that she is also the Founder of Baller Careers, guiding business professiona...
#121 Zaka Presents Adriene Bueno
Zaka Presents: My Journey - February 15, 2024 17:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsAdriene Bueno is a trailblazing Latina excelling in the sports industry. With over a decade of experience, Adriene has left an indelible mark on major brands like the NBA, Adidas, LA Clippers, Electronic Arts. On top of that she is also the Founder of Baller Careers, guiding business professiona...
#120 Zaka Presents My Journey Shermin Lakha, esq
Zaka Presents: My Journey - February 08, 2024 12:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsWhat does a Lawpreneur look like? Join us as we sit down with the phenomenal Shermin Lakha, Esq., Founder, and Managing Attorney of LVLUP Legal! In this engaging conversation, Shermin shares her incredible journey, unveiling the story of how she embarked on the path to starting her own law firm ...
#119 Zaka Presents My Journey Seneca Williams
Zaka Presents: My Journey - February 01, 2024 18:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsSeneca Williams, LMHC, a resilient soul who transformed job loss into a thriving career. From paralegal to Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Seneca's journey is one of triumph. She dives in her immigrant experience, cultural insights, and pivotal career moments. Learn how she tackles high-functi...
#118 Zaka Presents My Journey Zynara Ng
Zaka Presents: My Journey - January 25, 2024 23:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsEmbark on a journey of empowerment with Zynara Ng, a self-growth and TEDx speaker, and public speaking coach. From a once timid young girl, Zynara evolved into a powerhouse in both traditional media at DreamWorks and LucasFilms, and the tech industry at Google and YouTube. Her transformative car...
#117 Zaka Presents My Journey Sophearay A Smith
Zaka Presents: My Journey - January 18, 2024 16:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsSophearay A Smith is a Senior Program Manager and the CO President Caribbean Connection at Amazon. Born in Trinidad, she embodies the spirit of "Trini to de bone!" From a Public Health degree to Amazon's leadership, Sophearay's journey defies expectations. Discover her resilience, successful pr...
#116 Zaka Presents My Journey Chantel Pierre
Zaka Presents: My Journey - January 11, 2024 15:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsStep into the captivating world of Chantel Pierre, a seasoned and visionary designer whose multicultural roots have shaped a pioneering approach to fashion. Hailing from London with British and Jamaican heritage, Chantel's illustrious career spans a decade, etching her mark across renowned UK an...
#115 Zaka Presents My Journey Shahira Qudrat
Zaka Presents: My Journey - January 04, 2024 15:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsShahira Qudrat, an extraordinary advocate for multicultural individuals and author of "Authenticity in America: A Memoir of Rebellion and Dual Identities." Shahira shares her remarkable story, navigating the complexity of immigration, feminism, religion, and discrimination. Drawing from her Af...
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