In this episode of Leaders with Ambition, host Nicky Acuna Ocana sits down with Emily Rogers, Chief Marketing and Business Development Officer at Norton Rose Fulbright.

Emily shares her inspiring career journey from growing up in New York, to pivoting from chemical engineering to communication design, to leading marketing at one of the world’s most respected law firms.

Along the way, she reveals insights on leadership, team culture, personal branding, and the importance of wellness and community in professional success.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Emily Rogers

02:00 Career Path and Early Experiences

04:28 Growth and Opportunities in Marketing

05:33 The Importance of Internal Sponsors

06:44 Transitioning from Managing to Leading

07:48 Building Diverse and Effective Teams

10:01 Navigating Mergers and Change

11:15 Creative Team Engagement Strategies

13:35 Remote Work Dynamics and Flexibility

15:09 Achieving the Chief Title

16:08 Time Management and Work-Life Balance

17:53 Navigating Imposter Syndrome and Team Wellness

18:46 Commitment to Community and Employee Wellness Initiatives

22:00 The Importance of Networking in Marketing and Business Development

23:48 Building Personal Brands in the Legal Industry

26:51 Challenges Facing CMOs in Law Firms

28:49 Career Highlights and Innovative Retreats

32:29 Words of Wisdom for Future Generations