Episodes

This episode will provide inspiration and tips for anyone thinking about making a career decision. Denice is joined by Smita Pillai, seasoned executive, and current Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Regeneron. Smita shares how she has...

Introverts can survive in an extrovert world! Denice talks to self-described introvert Andy Yost, Chief Marketing Officer of Kinsa, who shares his actions for not just surviving, but thriving in the C-suite! Andy says that finding ways to adapt, like...

On this episode, Denice is joined by Maggie FitzPatrick, the founder of FitzPatrick & Co, and Corporate Director, Vistagen. Maggie was appointed Commissioner on the DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities and previously led global corporate...

It’s all about making connections. In this episode, Denice is joined by Amy Bottoms, an executive recruiter at Catalyst Partners to talk about why it's never too early in your career to get to know recruiters. Amy talks about the importance of being...

Everybody has a story, and Erica Johansen’s is one you have to hear! Flip the Tortilla producer tells her story of facing multiple trials – from losing her hair to alopecia to almost losing her 3-month old child to cancer to discovering her (now...

In this episode, Denice celebrates National Family Caregivers Month and shares her story of navigating the transition from being a Mom Caregiver to also taking on the care of her aging parents. Denice reflects on the conflicting feelings and emotions,...

Denice is joined by executive coach and bestselling author Dr. Lois Frankel (Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office) for an eye-opening conversation about not just surviving but thriving in these strange times. She champions flipping the tortilla...

In this special episode Denice is joined by Amy Mahery, SVP and Head of the Global Business Franchise, Neurology & Immunology at EMD Serono, Inc., to talk about women in the workplace. The two review the recent McKinsey WOMEN IN THE WORKPLACE...

“Where do I go from here?” It’s a question so many of us are asking ourselves after this time of unprecedented stress and burnout. Today, we examine that question with Denice as she sits down with Lawrence Levy, the former CFO and board member...

Attorney and DE&I expert, Jordyne Blaise, joins Denice for the second conversation in a series of about diversity, equity, and inclusion. This one is a must-listen for anyone struggling with work in this unprecedented time (so, everybody). Jordyne...

If you’re feeling unsettled in the areas of DEI, you’re not alone! Jordyne Blaise, director of DEI at bluebird bio and expert on this topic, talks with Denice about wins, challenges, and things to come in this important space. Today’s workforce...

If there is one thing we all need right now, it is resilience. Denice is joined by pharmaceutical executive, Pritesh Shah, who shares his story of what it took to go from immigrant outsider to health care leader. Pritesh talks about his three keys to...

This week Denice is joined by one of her personal heroes—author, motivational speaker, and long-distance swimmer Diana Nyad—to answer the question, "what does success look like?" You’d think for Diana it would be sink or swim, but she says that...

Barbara Ryan, wall street pioneer and glass breaker, shares how she built an incredible career in the traditionally male dominated financial sector. Her practical advice about not just surviving but thriving in muddy career terrain is priceless. Today...

“Do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your life.” This old quote comes to life with today’s guest Caitlin Sakdalan who took what she loves-- food and travel-- and turned it into her career. Caitlin also tells Denice how she flipped...

Terri Broussard Williams, best-selling author of “Find your Fire,” joins Denice to talk about her journey and the strategies she has used to build the personal brand she has today. She tells Denice about when she realized that if she didn’t...

Gabriela Annacone, a first-generation American, turned her homesickness at the holidays into a business when she started making and selling coquito (). Gabriela stresses the importance of owning your voice as well as finding the confidence to run a...

Husband and wife filmmaking team Rebecca De Ornelas and Michael DiBiasio-Ornelas share how they worked through their fears to pursue their dreams of making a movie, even when it felt unattainable and scary. Through the power of story, they give us a...

Greg Monaco, a marketing guru who has helped build many iconic brands, believes every great brand starts with a great story. Sharing a story can make us feel a bit vulnerable. Greg talks about why taking a risk and putting ourselves out there reaps...

Jannelle So-Perkins shares how she was able to reinvent herself throughout her career. Jannelle was a successful broadcaster in the Philippines and was able to successfully host her own talk show in the US. Jannelle speaks on how she managed to stay...

In this special episode, Denice celebrates her daughter's 21st birthday. When Denice was pregnant with Sierra, she contracted a virus from a coworker while sitting in a meeting. Her daughter was born at 29 weeks with multiple disabilities....

How do you move through fear? Vicky Free, the Head of Global Marketing at adidas, joins Denice to discuss believing in yourself and getting through fear. Free, who’s led marketing at BET, Disney TV and adidas among others, shares how she powers...

Learn how to more effectively build your brand in a way that truly represents you. Join Denice and guest Tina Chang, CEO and Founder of Pioneering Collective, a personal PR firm and thought leadership community. They discuss ...

Does just thinking about going into new situations keep you up at night? Kyoko Minegishi, who’s worked in four different countries for companies like Adidas and Red Bull, joins Denice to talk about adapting. She shares her c...