I’m back after my wedding and honeymoon in March—and I’m coming in with a renewed mindset.

One thing it reminded me of was how much I get out of this show. This podcast has always been about three things: gaining understanding, building community, and elevating voices in our field. I hope that experience is mirrored for all of you.

This week, Wendy Connors talks with me about her professional journey and her shift from CDO to CEO—and the different levels of stress that come with it.

What it means to work differently.

What real work-life balance actually looks like. How to recognize good work.

What happens when your database grows fast—and expectations grow even faster.

Wendy Connors is the President of the Fannie and John Hertz Foundation. She is a passionate leader and advocate for science, technology, and education. As president of the Hertz Foundation, she leads the nation’s most prestigious doctoral fellowship in applied science, engineering, and mathematics equipping exceptional students with unparalleled resources and lifelong support.