Becoming Her with Eva

In this episode of Becoming Her, I sit down with Kathleen Gilbert, Director of the Sam Houston State University Food Pantry, to talk about finding your purpose, creating opportunities for others, and becoming the person you once needed.

Kathleen shares her journey from being a first-generation college student who wasn’t sure where she belonged to building a career centered around helping students overcome the barriers that can stand between them and their goals. We talk about the moments that shaped her, the unexpected ways small acts of support can change someone’s life, and what she has learned about leadership along the way.

We also talk about the pressures young women carry, learning to ask for help, advocating for yourself, setting boundaries, and letting go of the idea that success has to follow a straight path. Kathleen shares the advice she wishes she could give her 17-year-old self—and what becoming her means when you realize you never really stop becoming.

A conversation about purpose, confidence, and finding your way, even when you don't have the whole path figured out. For anyone still figuring out what comes next, this episode is a reminder that you don’t have to have everything figured out to begin, and that where you start doesn’t determine where you’ll go! 

In this episode of Becoming Her, I sit down with Madeline, Assistant Director at Savills specializing in healthcare and life sciences tenant representation, to talk about embracing unexpected opportunities, building confidence in male-dominated industries, and why your greatest strengths often lead you exactly where you're meant to be.

Together, we discuss how identifying your natural talents, saying yes to new experiences, and investing in genuine relationships can open doors you never expected. Madeline also shares practical advice on networking, navigating career pivots, overcoming self-doubt, and why passion—not salary—should guide your career decisions.

Whether you're choosing a college major, preparing for your first internship, or stepping into your first professional role, this conversation is filled with honest advice and actionable insights for young women building their own paths.

What does it mean to lead with purpose? In this episode, Emily Lampkin shares the lessons she's learned as a leader, bestselling author, and advocate for women, offering thoughtful advice on growth, confidence, and becoming your best self.

In this episode of Becoming Her, Pearl Chu, Director of Technical Domains & University Relations at SLB, shares the experiences, opportunities, and mentors that influenced her path from STEM professional to community leader.