Olivia Wong is an entrepreneur, award-winning humanitarian, and Miss Asian Global 2020. She currently leads Prototype Thinking Labs, an innovation consultancy that trains Fortune 500 companies in a revolutionary method born at Google X.  Formerly as a humanitarian aid worker, Olivia worked in Fukushima, Japan and at Zaatari, the world's largest Syrian refugee camp. Her nonprofit work has been recognized by the Clinton Foundation, the United Nations, and the US State Department.  As Miss Asian Global, Olivia promotes various social causes, including Black Lives Matter, women's rights, and the protection of refugees, and is most passionate about her advocacy work as a Goodwill Ambassador to Miracle Messages, an award-winning nonprofit organization helping people experiencing homelessness rebuild their social support systems.

Olivia shares how western media affects Asian women in a negative way.  She also shares the moment when she realizes that she is beautiful in her own skin and does not need the standards of western media to define her beauty and worth.

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807:  Race And Beauty With Olivia Wong

The Tao of Self-Confidence is a podcast created for you, the woman who is on her inner journey to self confidence no matter what stage you are at. If you are looking for inspirational stories and advice during your daily commute, workout or just "me" time, Sheena Yap Chan delivers the goods. Each episode brings you an amazing woman who shares her journey: her life before the discovery, the "AHA" moment, life after her discovery and the advice she gives to the listener that she can apply in her own life. The journey to self confidence starts with a single step, are you ready to take that first step?

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Ashley Araujo is a Global Contingent Sourcing Manager for Salesforce.  She is results driven, analytical, strategic and a Global MSP Program Management professional who has enhances her career by obtaining a Procurement or Program manager position within a PMO while supporting contingent workforce solutions. Ashley obtained certification in State and Federal employment law.  She is a proven leader who can manage multiple projects and programs while fostering teamwork through consistent communication, collaboration and adaptability.

Ashley shares the importance to choose yourself everyday and what led her to learn to do the same.  She also shares tips that can help you in your own journey to self-confidence.  Ashley is also part of the USPAACC WISE, a program intended for AAPI Women that would strategically address core issues and create lasting impact in their professional and personal lives, thus empowering and uplifting them in creating and choosing their own personal choices. 

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897:  Choose Yourself Everyday With Ashley Araujo

Sherry-Lee Singh is the Senior Director for Supplier Inclusion for Walmart.  Sherry is a corporate and development leader with extensive international experience in philanthropy, entrepreneurship, sustainability, food and agriculture systems, sustainable supply chains, and team, programs and operations management.

Sherry shares the importance when you give it your all and how it can build your confidence.  Sherry is also part of the advisory board for USPAACC WISE, a program intended for AAPI Women that would strategically address core issues and create lasting impact in their professional and personal lives, thus empowering and uplifting them in creating and choosing their own personal choices. 

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896:  Give It Your All With Sherry-Lee Singh

Keisha Stephens is a Director People Operations.  Keisha has a wealth of experience in Contingent Strategy and Operations from managing enterprise client programs, as well as vendor-side experience. In addition to Contingent Workforce, Keisha leads several People programs including Offers+, Recruiting Coordination & Employee Referrals, Global Mobility & Immigration, and the People Heal. She has a proven track record in building, implementing, and managing global programs and processes. She collaborates to combine extensive industry expertise with the latest market trends to guide the best business decisions and deliver programs that help reach strategic organizational goals. 

Keisha shares how being given the tools and resources to stand on her own gave her the confidence that she has today.  Keisha is part of the USPAACC WISE, a program intended for AAPI Women that would strategically address core issues and create lasting impact in their professional and personal lives, thus empowering and uplifting them in creating and choosing their own personal choices. 

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895:  The Tools and Resources to Confidence with Keisha Stephens

Jennifer Rasing is the Global Pan Asian Network (PAN) People & Business Resource Group Lead for Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS). A passionate scientist and leader for over 20 years in the biopharmaceutical industry, she is committed to championing and advancing equitable outcomes for all. She aims to empower the AANHPI workforce, promote diversity in healthcare, strengthen health equity and advance social justices for AANHPI patients and communities.  Throughout her tenure at BMS, Jennifer has taken meaningful steps to provide a culture where colleagues can bring their authentic selves to work. By fostering inclusion, she ensures every colleague, across diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences, is valued, respected, and feels a sense of belonging. Her commitment to an inclusive workplace that values diverse viewpoints has led to many successes, spanning across several facets of BMS culture. Jennifer was recognized in 2023 by Ragan as a Top Woman in Communications for diversity, equity, and inclusion.  Jennifer is also a Key Advisory Member for USPAAC WISE.

Jennifer shares the importance to bet on yourself and she is living proof of that.  She shares her story of triumph while being a trailblazer and leader for others.  Check out Jennifer's episode to learn more about her journey to self-confidence.

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894:  Bet on Yourself With Jennifer Rasing

Vivian Pham is the CFO at oneNav. Vivian has over 25 years of experience in finance and treasury executive roles in a range of technology businesses, from Fortune 200 companies to startups. She has combined her strategic and tactical financial leadership in all areas of finance, producing quantifiable bottom line results and financial strength. Most recently, Vivian served as President at Mirapath, Inc. Prior to that she was VP of Finance and Operations at Olivela, Inc., Director of Operations at Qualcomm Education and VP of Finance & Accounting at Empowered Careers. Earlier in her career, she held senior level finance roles at Zong, Paypal, Microsoft, and Danger. Vivian received her BS in Applied Mathematics from the University of California, Davis.

Vivian shares how going back to work from maternity leave gave her the confidence to pursue her career in high corporate roles and becoming an advocate for gender equality in the workplace.She is also part of the USPAACC WISE, a program intended for AAPI Women that would strategically address core issues and create lasting impact in their professional and personal lives, thus empowering and uplifting them in creating and choosing their own personal choices. 

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807: Race And Beauty With Olivia Wong

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