What does it really take to build a bold, purpose-driven career as a woman in leadership?
In this episode of Her Bold Blueprint, Elisha Gonzalez, Senior Vice President of Community Affairs for Florida at Truist, shares her powerful career journey from education and nonprofit leadership to government relations and corporate impact.

Elisha opens up about immigrating to the United States as a teenager, navigating cultural identity, and taking courageous career risks that shaped her path. From serving as a teacher and principal to working in the U.S. Senate, Duke Energy, Fairwinds Credit Union, and now Truist, her story is a masterclass in growth, resilience, and leadership.

This conversation explores:
• How to navigate career pivots with confidence
• Why women often hesitate to pursue opportunities
• The power of relationships and community in career growth
• Balancing motherhood, leadership, and personal ambition
• Financial literacy and creating economic opportunity
• The mindset shifts required to keep evolving as a leader

If you’re a woman in business, leadership, or entrepreneurship looking for clarity, courage, and inspiration, this episode is for you.

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Connect with our guest at:
Elisha Gonzalez
Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisha-gonz%C3%A1lez/
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/elisha_gonzalez_bonnewitz/  

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Connect with our hosts at:
Christi Ashby
Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/christi-ashby-82a3a47/
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/appeal_media/

Kate Slentz
Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-slentz-5715151b/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kate_slentz/
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