Diana Laffert, VP of Procurement at Bayer, reconnects with Stacy Joslin for a discussion on building a career on authenticity and confidence. Diana reflects on her early challenges and the people that helped her overcome them by providing her a "platform of trust".  Thank you for joining us! For more insightful discussions and trending topics in Procurement, connect with us on LinkedIn or visit our website ..read more

Growth, evolution, and change are the only guarantees in life. In preparation for this, Simona Rabsatt Butler shares her story with the windy road that led her to her destination. The decisions she has made for herself on that journey now allow her to "be smarter" in every aspect of her life and find comfort in the unknown. Thank you for joining us! For more insightful discussions and trending topics in Procurement, connect with us on LinkedIn or visit our website ..read more

Mentors do more than guide us throughout our professional journeys; oftentimes, their presence creates a safe environment.  Discrimination and other toxic workplace characteristics are dangerous, and a good mentor can provide a haven in which you can breathe and reassess. Sophia Battle discusses the importance of mentors in workplace safety, the building of supportive colleague relationships, and more. Thank you for joining us! For more insightful discussions and trending topics in Procurement, connect with us on LinkedIn or visit our website ..read more

Susie Freda loves being a mentor. Part of that mentorship involves guiding herself when she needs to stay grounded and giving herself the grace of knowing she is the sculptor of her life. Whether it’s a tight deadline, a supplier conflict, or just how you’re going to get through the rest of the week, we’ve all held on to stress.  Next time you find yourself with your head in your hands, think of this mantra from Susie: "How does it help?" Thank you for joining us! For more insightful discussions and trending topics in Procurement, connect with us on LinkedIn or visit our website ..read more

Carrie Adank, Senior Director of Strategic Sourcing and Procurement at Molocco, shares how her career has been enriched by her support system. While reflecting on her career up to this point, she also looks forward to the adventures she has ahead of her.  Thank you for joining us! For more insightful discussions and trending topics in Procurement, connect with us on LinkedIn or visit our website ..read more

Julie Brignac, Executive Vice President and Business Unit Leader at WNS Denali, joins Stacy Joslin to discuss her path to achieving her ambitions and embodying the role she saw for herself before her career even began. Thank you for joining us! For more insightful discussions and trending topics in Procurement, connect with us on LinkedIn or visit our website ..read more

Alison Panza, US Head of Procurement at Ferring Pharmaceuticals, reunites with Stacy Joslin as they discuss Alison's bold journey. Success looks different for everyone and, for many, requires compromise. Alison's approach is not one of sacrifice or compromise, but of doing it her own way: proving them wrong. And that has led to a life filled with opportunities, abundant family memories, and a fulfilling career.  Why choose when you can do it your way? Thank you for joining us! For more insightful discussions and trending topics in Procurement, connect with us on LinkedIn or visit our w ..read more

Marcia Ayacaba, Director of Talent Development at WNS Denali, hones in on the power of advocacy. As a woman of color in the field of business, Marcia has persevered in the face of prejudice. Leading her to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, her personal experience has  strengthened her resolve to advocate not only for herself, but for others who also need to be uplifted. Her core question to herself and to you: "Who are you advocating for?" Thank you for joining us! For more insightful discussions and trending topics in Procurement, connect with us on LinkedIn or visit our website ..read more

Kamila Karasiewicz has come a long way since her beginnings in Poland. Through a life of movement, change, and uncertainty, Kamila has solidified her sense of self and her willpower to "make things happen".  If you've ever had a moment of doubt in yourself, your career, or your path altogether, tune in and walk away with the inspiration to do what it takes to achieve your goals. Kamila did, and you will, too. Thank you for joining us! For more insightful discussions and trending topics in Procurement, connect with us on LinkedIn or visit our website ..read more

Kerri Beatty, Senior Group Manager of Advisory Services at WNS Denali, joins Stacy to tell her story of exploration. Kerri is a great example of making the best of any situation and throwing yourself into what you're doing with confidence. Thank you for joining us! For more insightful discussions and trending topics in Procurement, connect with us on LinkedIn or visit our website ..read more