Traditional financial systems have historically excluded women and underserved communities, limiting their access to economic opportunities and growth. This systemic exclusion perpetuates inequality and prevents talented individuals from reaching their full potential. In this episode, Durreen Shahnaz shares how her early experiences of community and interconnectedness inspired her mission to transform finance into a tool for inclusive growth, demonstrating that meaningful change is possible when we challenge the status quo.

[00:00] Opening

[03:20] Introducing Janet Pierson

[08:30] Leadership in Independent Film

[13:03] Collaborative Leadership and the Importance of Relationships

[15:40] Hiring the Right People and Leadership by Survival

[18:55] Transition from Soft Skills to Essential Leadership Qualities

[25:08] Evolution of the SXSW Festival

[34:10] Leadership and the Importance of Deserved Credit

[41:31] Defining Success and the Comfort of Limitations

[51:41] Career Reflections and Recognizing Talent

[55:28] Reflections on Career Beginnings and Generational Differences

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