Let's Talk Tri Delta

Tri Delta CEO Mindy Tucker, Southern Methodist, dives into Heidi’s fun and exciting beauty and TV hosting career. Join them to follow along in Heidi’s career pivots, learn about the power of strengths-based leadership and hear how Tri Delta played a key role in her latest transition to starting her own company—Forte Advisers. Heidi shares invaluable advice for women navigating change, embracing their strengths, leading with purpose and reinventing themselves. whether it’s in their first job or during what she calls “the third chapter.” If you're looking for inspiration, practical career wisdom or an important reminder of how Tri Delta’s values can shape a lifetime, this episode is for you!

Jackie shares how her time at in the Tri Delta chapter at the University of Pennsylvania shaped her leadership journey, giving her a lifelong network of strong, ambitious and fun women who continue to inspire her. We’ll dive into her impressive career—from lessons learned at Goldman Sachs to leading Square and now running her own company. She gets real about the challenges she’s faced, how she tackles setbacks (spoiler: hope is not a strategy!), and why women should always put themselves in the game, especially in finance. Jackie also reflects on the meaning of the Women of Achievement honor and why giving back isn’t just a side project—it’s a way of life. Plus, you won’t want to miss her surprising hidden talent and her refreshingly honest take on work-life balance!

Hear how being “cross-cut” during recruitment as a freshman gave Karen one of her first lessons in resilience—one that shaped her journey of grit and determination as she went on to realize her dream and become a Tri Delta as a sophomore. Since then, she’s carried those traits throughout her career, navigating the challenges of being the only woman in the room, learning confidence and embracing her power in a male-dominated field.

In this conversation, we’ll hear why Karen believes in being surrounded with supportive friends who keep her grounded while pushing her toward success. She shares her philosophy on authenticity, choosing organizations that allow her to be herself, and offers valuable advice for anyone whether in business, government or service. Learn why she got to chills when learning about being named a 2025 Woman of Achievement, about the causes she’s passionate about and what’s next for her as she leads HP today and beyond. Congrats again, Karen! 

What started as a hobby in college for Megan became a creative passion—and during the pandemic, an opportunity to build something bigger.

Now Megan leads a predominantly female team, employs fellow Tri Deltas and fosters a sense of community through her brand. She shares how Mahjong has become a powerful way to connect, create and empower others—especially women.

You’ll hear about her journey from artist to entrepreneur, the challenges of launching a company and why Mahjong is growing in popularity. Megan offers insights on embracing failure, balancing work and life, and spreading Mahjong to a new generation.

Whether you’re an advanced Mahjong player or have never played before, this episode will leave you inspired and maybe even ready to pick up the tiles yourself!

Do you have strong feelings about baby tees? Turns out, you’re not alone! The Tri Deltas in the TV Room are back, and they’re diving into all the latest trends—fashion, pop culture, food and even a few hot takes on going down the TikTok rabbit hole.

From SNL and Fleetwood Mac to Super Bowl commercials and DIY parties, this episode has it all. Mindy shares the app that revolutionized her grocery shopping (seriously, game-changer), Avery gives us her take on destination weddings, and the group debates what’s actually appropriate as a bridesmaid or wedding guest. Plus, they chat about the Buy Now documentary, never-ending subscriptions and products they can’t live without.

What’s the verdict on baby tees, bubble skirts, and duck-shaped nails? Meredith is all about comfort, Lexi is saying no to duck nails, and Mindy is still not on board with high-waisted jeans. But flair jeans? Yes, please!

Leah is a lifelong athlete, leader, philanthropist and a current volunteer with Tri Delta, helping shape the future of Tri Delta’s Foundation and working to expand our support as we serve our members. Professionally, Leah proudly serves as the first-ever Chief Advancement Officer at U.S. Soccer, where she leads philanthropic initiatives, builds fundraising teams and works on groundbreaking projects like the first national soccer training facility headquartered in Atlanta.

In this episode, we’ll hear about Leah’s work as a leader in the nonprofit sector, how Tri Delta continues to play a significant role in her life and the lessons she carries with her to this day. Tune in to discover how Leah has achieved success in all aspects of her life—from her career to her dedication to her family. She’ll share her impactful journey and some fun facts about herself along the way that you won’t want to miss!

Learn about our partnership with MJ Sorority and hear all about their five-episode podcast, Financial Head Start, available now to Tri Delta juniors and seniors. This series covers a broad range of must-know topics, including personal finance management, understanding compensation, knowing your worth and planning for retirement. Kit and Estacia walk us through each episode, sharing insights on what listeners can expect to learn, and Ari offers her perspective on why the Financial Head Start will resonate so strongly with her generation of Tri Deltas.

To access the Financial Head Start, Tri Delta members should visit LEADDDer.org and look for the series under Personal and Professional Development.

Imagine being 13, starting eighth grade and working toward making the volleyball team, when a sudden loss of coordination and numbness in your legs leads to a life-changing cancer diagnosis—a tumor growing around your spine. In this touching podcast episode, Ella shares her journey from diagnosis to surgery and chemo, as well as the challenges of losing a sense of normalcy.  

Hear Ella’s Tri Delta story, the exceptional fundraising efforts by Phi Eta Chapter for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and her own advocacy to support other families facing cancer. Ella shares what she’s up to now as she faces yet another test of her strength and character—embodying what it means to be a true Tri Delta—brave, bold, and kind.

It’s no surprise that Gayle has received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. She inherited the spirit, energy and deep-rooted desire to create positive change from her parents—strong role models for this high-achieving woman. Discover why she accepted the invitation to serve on Tri Delta’s Foundation Board of Trustees while simultaneously building Wocstar Capital, Wocstar Fund and Wocstar Media. Through these endeavors, Gayle remains dedicated to investing in women, especially women entrepreneurs of color, and helping them share their stories. Hear about the broader impact of Gayle’s work and what’s next for her as she continues to shine brightly and inspire us all.

Gayle welcomes all emails! Reach out to her for guidance, for advice or to discuss funding your next project at [email protected].

To read or watch the 2024 Founders' Day Proclamation, please visit The Trident online.