In this unforgettable episode of Roar, host Lakecia Gunter sits down with trailblazing leader Lieutenant General Gwen Bingham. A retired three-star general and the first woman to serve as the Army’s Quartermaster General, General Bingham reflects on her 38-year military career and the values that shaped her rise through the ranks—faith, family, grit, and service. From early lessons learned through adversity to leading large organizations with trust and empathy, her story is a blueprint for modern, purpose-driven leadership.

Together, Lakecia and General Bingham explore what it takes to lead with authenticity, uplift others, and remain grounded in integrity. Whether navigating institutional resistance, reimagining what leadership looks like, or championing mentorship as a lifelong mission, General Bingham offers powerful takeaways for anyone ready to chart their own path with courage and clarity.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• (04:03) – How her military roots and faith-based upbringing shaped her leadership
• (08:00) – Why she planned to leave the Army after 4 years—and what changed
• (13:30) – Two painful but defining moments that shaped her leadership style
• (21:27) – How her daily routine of positive energy transformed team culture
• (26:19) – Why confidence and competence were her secret weapons as “the only”
• (30:06) – The bold decision to restructure her executive team—and what happened
• (32:40) – Her advice to young women who don't yet see themselves in leadership
• (41:04) – Why building and sustaining relationships is key to career longevity
• (44:07) – How she continues to serve through board leadership and advocacy
• (51:43) – Her hopeful message for the next generation of changemakers

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