Thriving in Intersectionality

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  • Finding spaces that work for you, reclaiming your cultural identity, and networking to advance your career with Meenakshi Iyer

    In this episode, we talk to Meenakshi Iyer, who thrives at the intersection of People, Process, and Technology. She is a T-shaped leader and community builder with a 25-year career spanning IT, Agile/Business Process Transformation, international healthcare, HR, and Training, in India and the USA.

    In this episode, we discuss:

     

    • The experience of working in India with a Stem degree
    • Transitioning from working in India to working in Corporate America 
    • The thought process behind searching and interviewing for a new position in Corporate America 
    • Using your unique background at work to succeed in your career
    • Sharpening your sense of grit to achieve what you want
    • Reclaiming your cultural identity and having pride in your culture
    •  

      Connect with Meenakshi:

      Meenakshi’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meenakshi-iyer-northstar/ 

      NorthStar Solutions and Services LinkedIn: shorturl.at/GVZ89 

      YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@northstaratwork 

      Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@northstaratwork" 

       

      Connect with Lola:

      Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/428192995622965 

      LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lolaaadeyemopm/ 

      Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/immigrantsincorporate/ 

      Apply to be on the podcast: shorturl.at/dnyEO 

       

      More about Thriving in Intersectionality Podcast:

       

      Welcome to the “Thriving in Intersectionality” podcast. A podcast created to help you learn from professionals in the workplace who have multiple intersectional identities; from ethnic minorities, veterans transitioning into the workforce, individuals with disabilities, parents, and so many more. 

       

      Hosted by Lola Adeyemo, who is the CEO of EQI Mindset and the founder of the nonprofit Immigrants in Corporate Inc, her mission is to work with organizations to build more inclusive workplaces.

       

      This podcast was built to amplify the voices of leaders and immigrants in the corporate workplace and to give insights and guidance so people can move past their “barriers” and advance in their professional careers.

       

      Through interviews and solo episodes, Lola will examine this global world of work. We hope that you can learn a thing or two from our guests, who have a range of experiences and stories to share. Join Lola as we meet new people who are successfully navigating the corporate space.

       

      For more information and additional resources, please visit www.immigrantsincorporate.org and www.eqimindset.com 

      Send us Fan Mail

      Support the show

      Thank you for listening to Thriving in Intersectionality with Dr. Lola Adeyemo.


      This podcast explores how identity, lived experience, and leadership intersect in today's workplace and beyond. Through conversations with leaders, founders, educators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers, we uncover stories and insights that help people thrive across the many intersections of their lives.


      💬 Share your thoughts: Have a thought or question about this episode? Send me a Fan Mail message directly on our Buzzsprout podcast page. I'd love to hear what resonated with you.


      ❤️ Support the show: If these conversations bring you value, consider becoming a supporter. Your support helps keep meaningful stories, diverse perspectives, and new conversations coming.


      ⭐ Help others discover the podcast: Follow, share, rate, or review the show.


      📬 Continue the conversation: Read my companion reflections, After the Conversation, on Substack.


      🌍 For immigrant and first-generation professionals: Join our free community at Immigrants in Corporate.


      Keep thriving in your intersections. Your story matters.

      47 min
    • Founding Discover The Lost Tribe and the importance of using your story for good with Joyce Orishaba

      In this episode, we talk to Joyce Orishaba, a high school junior in north San Diego. She was one of 13 winners of the New York Times 100-word student essay competition out of more than 12,000 entries, writing a moving story about her earlier life in Uganda, which brought greater awareness to the plight of the indigenous Batwa tribe.

       

      Orishaba is a member of the National Honor Society, a Civics Unplugged Fellow 2022, and head of her school’s Music Production Club. She has interned for Redemption Song Foundation for several summers, a nonprofit founded by her adoptive mother to empower the Batwa through livelihood projects, education, and community development. She’s working on developing ‘Discover The Lost Tribe,’ an ambassadorship program to connect American and Batwa teens. She loves to sing, surf, and dance.



      In this episode, we discuss:

       

      • Hear the essay that won the New York Times 100-word student essay competition
      • Learn about the journey to founding Discover The Lost Tribe, an ambassador program, and how they plan to impact the world
      • The importance of sharing your story and being a role model with your story
      •  

        Connect with Joyce:

         

        100 Words From a San Diego Teen for Her Ugandan Tribe article

        Redemption Song

         

        Connect with Lola:

        Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/428192995622965

        LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lolaaadeyemopm/

        Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/immigrantsincorporate/

        Apply to be on the podcast: shorturl.at/dnyEO

         

        More about Thriving in Intersectionality Podcast:

         

        Welcome to the “Thriving in Intersectionality” podcast. A podcast created to help you learn from professionals in the workplace who have multiple intersectional identities; from ethnic minorities, veterans transitioning into the workforce, individuals with disabilities, parents, and so many more. 

         

        Hosted by Lola Adeyemo, who is the CEO of EQI Mindset and the founder of the nonprofit Immigrants in Corporate Inc, her mission is to work with organizations to build more inclusive workplaces.

         

        This podcast was built to amplify the voices of leaders and immigrants in the corporate workplace and to give insights and guidance so people can move past their “barriers” and advance in their professional careers.

         

        Through interviews and solo episodes, Lola will examine this global world of work. We hope that you can learn a thing or two from our guests, who have a range of experiences and stories to share. Join Lola as we meet new people who are successfully navigating the corporate space.

         

        For more information and additional resources, please visit www.immigrantsincorporate.org and www.eqimindset.com 

         

        Send us Fan Mail

        Support the show

        Thank you for listening to Thriving in Intersectionality with Dr. Lola Adeyemo.


        This podcast explores how identity, lived experience, and leadership intersect in today's workplace and beyond. Through conversations with leaders, founders, educators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers, we uncover stories and insights that help people thrive across the many intersections of their lives.


        💬 Share your thoughts: Have a thought or question about this episode? Send me a Fan Mail message directly on our Buzzsprout podcast page. I'd love to hear what resonated with you.


        ❤️ Support the show: If these conversations bring you value, consider becoming a supporter. Your support helps keep meaningful stories, diverse perspectives, and new conversations coming.


        ⭐ Help others discover the podcast: Follow, share, rate, or review the show.


        📬 Continue the conversation: Read my companion reflections, After the Conversation, on Substack.


        🌍 For immigrant and first-generation professionals: Join our free community at Immigrants in Corporate.


        Keep thriving in your intersections. Your story matters.

        31 min
      • Dedicating your time to ERGs and lessons learned from leading communities at work with Cherita Washington

        In this episode, we talk to Cherita Washington, MBA, a Global DEI Strategist, and a consultant for executive leadership. She graduated from Lincoln University of Missouri with her undergrad in Journalism (2010) and MBA in Public Administration. She’s a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. At her current company, Cherita is the global co-president for the ERG supporting Black employees.

         

        In this episode, we discuss:

         

        • Why Cherita decided to dedicate her time to ERGS and why others should do the same
        • Launching and running a new ERG for black women and lessons learned along the way
        • Advice for people on how to get support in launching ERGs at their companies
        •  

          Connect with Cherita:

          LinkedIn: www.LinkedIn.con/cheritawashingtonmba

           

          Connect with Lola:

          Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/428192995622965 

          LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lolaaadeyemopm/ 

          Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/immigrantsincorporate/ 

          Apply to be on the podcast: shorturl.at/dnyEO 

           

          More about Thriving in Intersectionality Podcast:

           

          Welcome to the “Thriving in Intersectionality” podcast. A podcast created to help you learn from professionals in the workplace who have multiple intersectional identities; from ethnic minorities, veterans transitioning into the workforce, individuals with disabilities, parents, and so many more. 

           

          Hosted by Lola Adeyemo, who is the CEO of EQI Mindset and the founder of the nonprofit Immigrants in Corporate Inc, her mission is to work with organizations to build more inclusive workplaces.

           

          This podcast was built to amplify the voices of leaders and immigrants in the corporate workplace and to give insights and guidance so people can move past their “barriers” and advance in their professional careers.

           

          Through interviews and solo episodes, Lola will examine this global world of work. We hope that you can learn a thing or two from our guests, who have a range of experiences and stories to share. Join Lola as we meet new people who are successfully navigating the corporate space.

           

          For more information and additional resources, please visit www.immigrantsincorporate.org and www.eqimindset.com 

          Send us Fan Mail

          Support the show

          Thank you for listening to Thriving in Intersectionality with Dr. Lola Adeyemo.


          This podcast explores how identity, lived experience, and leadership intersect in today's workplace and beyond. Through conversations with leaders, founders, educators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers, we uncover stories and insights that help people thrive across the many intersections of their lives.


          💬 Share your thoughts: Have a thought or question about this episode? Send me a Fan Mail message directly on our Buzzsprout podcast page. I'd love to hear what resonated with you.


          ❤️ Support the show: If these conversations bring you value, consider becoming a supporter. Your support helps keep meaningful stories, diverse perspectives, and new conversations coming.


          ⭐ Help others discover the podcast: Follow, share, rate, or review the show.


          📬 Continue the conversation: Read my companion reflections, After the Conversation, on Substack.


          🌍 For immigrant and first-generation professionals: Join our free community at Immigrants in Corporate.


          Keep thriving in your intersections. Your story matters.

          31 min
        • The journey of an ERG-focused career, using collaboration to help ERGs thrive, and exploring how we “embrace equity” in corporate culture with Yolanda Stanton

          In this episode, we talk to Yolanda Stanton, a seasoned HR leader with over 15 years of experience. She was the first D&I Business Partner at Gusto and built the team from the ground up. She provided leadership, coaching, and guidance at every level in the organization by driving a collaborative, intersectional approach. 

          Prior to Gusto, Yolanda led the Talent Acquisition Programs for Uber & HP Inc. She was also instrumental in building the global Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging foundation and strategy at LinkedIn. Currently, she is in transition and looking to bring her DEI expertise to another organization to make an impact!

          In this episode, we discuss:

           

          • Yolanda's definition of “embrace equity” and how it manifests in her career
          • What an ERG-focused career path looks like in practice
          • How collaboration creates an environment where ERGs can thrive
          • Yolanda’s favorite part of being involved in ERG communities
          • The 4 C strategy - career, community, culture, and commerce - when building ERGs
          • How being an introvert can be a strength in the DEI space and tips for fellow introverts
          •  

            Connect with Yolanda:

            LinkedIn

             

            Connect with Lola:

            LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lolaaadeyemopm/

            Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/immigrantsincorporate/

            Apply to be on the podcast: shorturl.at/dnyEO

             

            More about Thriving in Intersectionality Podcast:

             

            Welcome to the “Thriving in Intersectionality” podcast. A podcast created to help you learn from professionals in the workplace who have multiple intersectional identities; from ethnic minorities, veterans transitioning into the workforce, individuals with disabilities, parents, and so many more. 

            Hosted by Lola Adeyemo, who is the CEO of EQI Mindset and the founder of the nonprofit Immigrants in Corporate Inc, her mission is to work with organizations to build more inclusive workplaces.

            This podcast was built to amplify the voices of leaders and immigrants in the corporate workplace and to give insights and guidance so people can move past their “barriers” and advance in their professional careers.

            Through interviews and solo episodes, Lola will examine this global world of work. We hope that you can learn a thing or two from our guests, who have a range of experiences and stories to share. Join Lola as we meet new people who are successfully navigating the corporate space.

            For more information and additional resources, please visit www.immigrantsincorporate.org and www.eqimindset.com 

            Send us Fan Mail

            Support the show

            Thank you for listening to Thriving in Intersectionality with Dr. Lola Adeyemo.


            This podcast explores how identity, lived experience, and leadership intersect in today's workplace and beyond. Through conversations with leaders, founders, educators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers, we uncover stories and insights that help people thrive across the many intersections of their lives.


            💬 Share your thoughts: Have a thought or question about this episode? Send me a Fan Mail message directly on our Buzzsprout podcast page. I'd love to hear what resonated with you.


            ❤️ Support the show: If these conversations bring you value, consider becoming a supporter. Your support helps keep meaningful stories, diverse perspectives, and new conversations coming.


            ⭐ Help others discover the podcast: Follow, share, rate, or review the show.


            📬 Continue the conversation: Read my companion reflections, After the Conversation, on Substack.


            🌍 For immigrant and first-generation professionals: Join our free community at Immigrants in Corporate.


            Keep thriving in your intersections. Your story matters.

            36 min
          • Keeping ERG passion alive in the workplace, creating safe space for employees, and strategies to thrive in corporate environments with Vicki Ghaffarzardeh

            In this episode, we talk to Vicki Ghaffarzardeh, a Regulatory Analyst with Valent U.S.A. With close to 10 years in ag chemical industry, she currently manages California registrations for both Valent U.S.A. and its sister company, Valent BioSciences. 

            Vicki presently serves as a member of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council for VGC. She is also a founding member and current Chair of the disability and mental health Employee Resource Group, DiverseABILITY, which recently launched its inaugural mental health campaign for VGC employees.

             

            In this episode, we cover:

            • How employee resource groups can create a safe space for employees and improve company culture
            • What Vicki has learned on the journey through integrating inclusion in the workplace and the impact it has had on her career growth
            • What employees can do to hold space for their coworkers, so everyone can feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and showing up as their authentic self
            • Strategies people can use to thrive in the workplace
            •  

              Connect with Vicki:

              LinkedIn

               

              Connect with Lola:

              LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lolaaadeyemopm/

              Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/immigrantsincorporate/

              Apply to be on the podcast: shorturl.at/dnyEO

               

              More about Thriving in Intersectionality Podcast:

              Welcome to the “Thriving in Intersectionality” podcast. A podcast created to help you learn from professionals in the workplace who have multiple intersectional identities; from ethnic minorities, veterans transitioning into the workforce, individuals with disabilities, parents, and so many more. 

              Hosted by Lola Adeyemo, who is the CEO of EQI Mindset and the founder of the nonprofit Immigrants in Corporate Inc, her mission is to work with organizations to build more inclusive workplaces.

              This podcast was built to amplify the voices of leaders and immigrants in the corporate workplace and to give insights and guidance so people can move past their “barriers” and advance in their professional careers.

              Through interviews and solo episodes, Lola will examine this global world of work. We hope that you can learn a thing or two from our guests, who have a range of experiences and stories to share. Join Lola as we meet new people who are successfully navigating the corporate space.

              For more information and additional resources, please visit www.immigrantsincorporate.org and www.eqimindset.com 

              Send us Fan Mail

              Support the show

              Thank you for listening to Thriving in Intersectionality with Dr. Lola Adeyemo.


              This podcast explores how identity, lived experience, and leadership intersect in today's workplace and beyond. Through conversations with leaders, founders, educators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers, we uncover stories and insights that help people thrive across the many intersections of their lives.


              💬 Share your thoughts: Have a thought or question about this episode? Send me a Fan Mail message directly on our Buzzsprout podcast page. I'd love to hear what resonated with you.


              ❤️ Support the show: If these conversations bring you value, consider becoming a supporter. Your support helps keep meaningful stories, diverse perspectives, and new conversations coming.


              ⭐ Help others discover the podcast: Follow, share, rate, or review the show.


              📬 Continue the conversation: Read my companion reflections, After the Conversation, on Substack.


              🌍 For immigrant and first-generation professionals: Join our free community at Immigrants in Corporate.


              Keep thriving in your intersections. Your story matters.

              38 min
            • Embracing Equity for Women's History Month with Lola Adeyemo

              In this episode, In this episode, Lola talks about the Thriving in Intersectionality podcast theme for this month, "Embrace Equity", and examines why this is an important conversation in professional environments. Lola also touches on skills that are important to hone and understand when considering equity for all and gives examples of things everyone can do to incorporate equity.

              Connect with Lola:

              LinkedIn

              Immigrants in Corporate Instagram

              Apply to be on the podcast

               

              More about Thriving in Intersectionality Podcast:

              Welcome to the “Thriving in Intersectionality” podcast. A podcast created to help you learn from professionals in the workplace who have multiple intersectional identities; from ethnic minorities, veterans transitioning into the workforce, individuals with disabilities, parents, and so many more. 

              Hosted by Lola Adeyemo, who is the CEO of EQI Mindset and the founder of the nonprofit Immigrants in Corporate Inc, her mission is to work with organizations to build more inclusive workplaces.

              This podcast was built to amplify the voices of leaders and immigrants in the corporate workplace and to give insights and guidance so people can move past their “barriers” and advance in their professional careers.

              Through interviews and solo episodes, Lola will examine this global world of work. We hope that you can learn a thing or two from our guests, who have a range of experiences and stories to share. Join Lola as we meet new people who are successfully navigating the corporate space.

              For more information and additional resources, please visit www.immigrantsincorporate.org and www.eqimindset.com 

              Send us Fan Mail

              Support the show

              Thank you for listening to Thriving in Intersectionality with Dr. Lola Adeyemo.


              This podcast explores how identity, lived experience, and leadership intersect in today's workplace and beyond. Through conversations with leaders, founders, educators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers, we uncover stories and insights that help people thrive across the many intersections of their lives.


              💬 Share your thoughts: Have a thought or question about this episode? Send me a Fan Mail message directly on our Buzzsprout podcast page. I'd love to hear what resonated with you.


              ❤️ Support the show: If these conversations bring you value, consider becoming a supporter. Your support helps keep meaningful stories, diverse perspectives, and new conversations coming.


              ⭐ Help others discover the podcast: Follow, share, rate, or review the show.


              📬 Continue the conversation: Read my companion reflections, After the Conversation, on Substack.


              🌍 For immigrant and first-generation professionals: Join our free community at Immigrants in Corporate.


              Keep thriving in your intersections. Your story matters.

              22 min
            • Founding multiple companies, resources for your career advancement, and paving your own way with Rosalind Panda

              In this episode, we talk to Rosalind Panda, a thought leader, visionary, and change maker who is here to inspire others to do what inspires them so that all of us together can make this world a better place.

              She is the CEO and Founder of Rosalind Business Group LLC., CEO of Rosalind IT Services, Founder of Rosalind Arts, CEO of Rosalind Constructions, and Founder of ROVA Token. She is a technology innovator, fine art artist, public speaker, and author.

              In this episode, we cover:

               

              • Resources that Rosaline leveraged that helped her grow her career
              • Adapting to the corporate culture in America and paving your own way
              • Thriving with multiple intersections and challenges that arose as Rosaline navigated her career
              •  

                Connect with Rosalind:

                www.rosalinditservices.com 

                www.rovtoken.com 

                www.rosalindarts.com

                www.rosalindconstructions.com

                 

                 

                Connect with Lola:

                LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lolaaadeyemopm/

                Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/immigrantsincorporate/

                Apply to be on the podcast: shorturl.at/dnyEO

                 

                More about Thriving in Intersectionality Podcast:

                 

                Welcome to the “Thriving in Intersectionality” podcast. A podcast created to help you learn from professionals in the workplace who have multiple intersectional identities; from ethnic minorities, veterans transitioning into the workforce, individuals with disabilities, parents, and so many more. 

                 

                Hosted by Lola Adeyemo, who is the CEO of EQI Mindset and the founder of the nonprofit Immigrants in Corporate Inc, her mission is to work with organizations to build more inclusive workplaces.

                 

                This podcast was built to amplify the voices of leaders and immigrants in the corporate workplace and to give insights and guidance so people can move past their “barriers” and advance in their professional careers.

                 

                Through interviews and solo episodes, Lola will examine this global world of work. We hope that you can learn a thing or two from our guests, who have a range of experiences and stories to share. Join Lola as we meet new people who are successfully navigating the corporate space.

                 

                For more information and additional resources, please visit www.immigrantsincorporate.org and www.eqimindset.com

                Send us Fan Mail

                Support the show

                Thank you for listening to Thriving in Intersectionality with Dr. Lola Adeyemo.


                This podcast explores how identity, lived experience, and leadership intersect in today's workplace and beyond. Through conversations with leaders, founders, educators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers, we uncover stories and insights that help people thrive across the many intersections of their lives.


                💬 Share your thoughts: Have a thought or question about this episode? Send me a Fan Mail message directly on our Buzzsprout podcast page. I'd love to hear what resonated with you.


                ❤️ Support the show: If these conversations bring you value, consider becoming a supporter. Your support helps keep meaningful stories, diverse perspectives, and new conversations coming.


                ⭐ Help others discover the podcast: Follow, share, rate, or review the show.


                📬 Continue the conversation: Read my companion reflections, After the Conversation, on Substack.


                🌍 For immigrant and first-generation professionals: Join our free community at Immigrants in Corporate.


                Keep thriving in your intersections. Your story matters.

                36 min
              • Working in the UK, overcoming feeling homesick, and communication tips and tricks with Tomilola Kayode-Adedeji

                In this episode, we talk to Tomilola Kayode-Adedeji. Originally from Nigeria, Tomilola immigrated to the UK 12 years ago. She is currently a Planning Manager within the Oil and Gas industry with over 14 years of experience in project management, planning, and customer fulfillment. 

                She is passionate about mentoring, coaching, and empowering people to grow and bring out the best in themselves.

                In this episode, we cover:

                 

                • Finishing school and getting a job in the UK and what searching for a job was like
                • Feeling homesick, finding community, and making new traditions in your new home
                • Advice for her younger self on entering the workforce and joining corporate culture
                • Communication tips and ways to make it easier to communicate with your coworkers
                •  

                  Connect with Tomilola:

                  LinkedIn: shorturl.at/aipsT 

                   

                   

                  Connect with Lola:

                  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lolaaadeyemopm/

                  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/immigrantsincorporate/

                  Apply to be on the podcast: shorturl.at/dnyEO

                   

                  More about Thriving in Intersectionality Podcast:

                   

                  Welcome to the “Thriving in Intersectionality” podcast. A podcast created to help you learn from professionals in the workplace who have multiple intersectional identities; from ethnic minorities, veterans transitioning into the workforce, individuals with disabilities, parents, and so many more. 

                   

                  Hosted by Lola Adeyemo, who is the CEO of EQI Mindset and the founder of the nonprofit Immigrants in Corporate Inc, her mission is to work with organizations to build more inclusive workplaces.

                   

                  This podcast was built to amplify the voices of leaders and immigrants in the corporate workplace and to give insights and guidance so people can move past their “barriers” and advance in their professional careers.

                   

                  Through interviews and solo episodes, Lola will examine this global world of work. We hope that you can learn a thing or two from our guests, who have a range of experiences and stories to share. Join Lola as we meet new people who are successfully navigating the corporate space.

                   

                  For more information and additional resources, please visit www.immigrantsincorporate.org and www.eqimindset.com 

                  Send us Fan Mail

                  Support the show

                  Thank you for listening to Thriving in Intersectionality with Dr. Lola Adeyemo.


                  This podcast explores how identity, lived experience, and leadership intersect in today's workplace and beyond. Through conversations with leaders, founders, educators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers, we uncover stories and insights that help people thrive across the many intersections of their lives.


                  💬 Share your thoughts: Have a thought or question about this episode? Send me a Fan Mail message directly on our Buzzsprout podcast page. I'd love to hear what resonated with you.


                  ❤️ Support the show: If these conversations bring you value, consider becoming a supporter. Your support helps keep meaningful stories, diverse perspectives, and new conversations coming.


                  ⭐ Help others discover the podcast: Follow, share, rate, or review the show.


                  📬 Continue the conversation: Read my companion reflections, After the Conversation, on Substack.


                  🌍 For immigrant and first-generation professionals: Join our free community at Immigrants in Corporate.


                  Keep thriving in your intersections. Your story matters.

                  55 min
                • Growing up with immigrant parents, integrating your culture into your career, and how to lead a team that is growing in Latin America with Melissa Toledo

                  In this episode, we talk to Melissa Toledo, a proud Mexican-American navigating the corporate world while also learning to balance work and life to enjoy more time with her family, especially with her two-year-old son.

                   

                  As a first-generation college graduate and corporate leader, she continues to grow her career within the tech world while also ensuring her passion for LATAM is involved. Melissa also has her own podcast (Momma Meli the Manager) that she started this year as a goal to go outside her comfort zone.

                   

                  In this episode, we cover:

                  • How Melissa’s cultural background has shaped her career and current role in corporate America
                  • The challenges she has faced integrating her background into her career and how it has affected her communication and leadership skills
                  • Advice to diversity and inclusion leaders and how companies can maintain integrity 


                  • Connect with Melissa:

                    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissaetoledo/
                    • Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT4EqzZ414he9rkek0ocARw
                    • Momma Meli the Manager Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5oCjblzDIgqdZmOiFxXHJj
                    • Momma Meli the Manager Podcast on Apple: 
                      https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/momma-meli-the-manager/id1622120172 
                    •  

                      Connect with Lola:

                      LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lolaaadeyemopm/

                      Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/immigrantsincorporate/

                      Apply to be on the podcast: shorturl.at/dnyEO

                       

                      More about Thriving in Intersectionality Podcast:

                       

                      Welcome to the “Thriving in Intersectionality” podcast. A podcast created to help you learn from professionals in the workplace who have multiple intersectional identities; from ethnic minorities, veterans transitioning into the workforce, individuals with disabilities, parents, and so many more. 

                       

                      Hosted by Lola Adeyemo, who is the CEO of EQI Mindset and the founder of the nonprofit Immigrants in Corporate Inc, her mission is to work with organizations to build more inclusive workplaces.

                       

                      This podcast was built to amplify the voices of leaders and immigrants in the corporate workplace and to give insights and guidance so people can move past their “barriers” and advance in their professional careers.

                       

                      Through interviews and solo episodes, Lola will examine this global world of work. We hope that you can learn a thing or two from our guests, who have a range of experiences and stories to share. Join Lola as we meet new people who are successfully navigating the corporate space.

                       

                      For more information and additional resources, please visit www.immigrantsincorporate.org and www.eqimindset.com 

                      Send us Fan Mail

                      Support the show

                      Thank you for listening to Thriving in Intersectionality with Dr. Lola Adeyemo.


                      This podcast explores how identity, lived experience, and leadership intersect in today's workplace and beyond. Through conversations with leaders, founders, educators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers, we uncover stories and insights that help people thrive across the many intersections of their lives.


                      💬 Share your thoughts: Have a thought or question about this episode? Send me a Fan Mail message directly on our Buzzsprout podcast page. I'd love to hear what resonated with you.


                      ❤️ Support the show: If these conversations bring you value, consider becoming a supporter. Your support helps keep meaningful stories, diverse perspectives, and new conversations coming.


                      ⭐ Help others discover the podcast: Follow, share, rate, or review the show.


                      📬 Continue the conversation: Read my companion reflections, After the Conversation, on Substack.


                      🌍 For immigrant and first-generation professionals: Join our free community at Immigrants in Corporate.


                      Keep thriving in your intersections. Your story matters.

                      44 min
                    • “Your career is your responsibility”; how to get ahead, ask the tough questions, and lead others to greatness with Mercedes Soria

                      In this episode, we talk to Mercedes Soria the EVP, Chief Intelligence Officer at Knightscope. Mercedes is an expert leader working in Robotics, Machine learning, Artificial Intelligence, and Cloud technologies. She has 3 computer science degrees plus an Executive MBA and also attended Harvard and MIT. She truly believes that technology plays an important role in business success.   

                       

                      She has been awarded the Silicon Valley Women of Influence award plus the Leadership ABIE award from AnitaB.org for all her work mentoring women. Mercedes has been working in the Tech Women program of the US State Department for the past 4 years and is also a member of the United Nations Association of the United States where her focus is on Women’s issues.

                       

                      In this episode, we cover:

                       

                      • What the transition into corporate America was like after earning a master's degree
                      • Changing jobs after getting experience in corporate and advice to other immigrants who are trying to do the same
                      • How being an immigrant helped Mercedes navigate and successfully thrive in the corporate work culture
                      • “Your career is your responsibility” and tips to advance in your career
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                        Connect with Mercedes:

                        Twitter: https://twitter.com/MercedesSoria

                        LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mercedessoria/

                         

                        Connect with Lola:

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                        Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/immigrantsincorporate/

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                        More about Thriving in Intersectionality Podcast:

                         

                        Welcome to the “Thriving in Intersectionality” podcast. A podcast created to help you learn from professionals in the workplace who have multiple intersectional identities; from ethnic minorities, veterans transitioning into the workforce, individuals with disabilities, parents, and so many more. 

                         

                        Hosted by Lola Adeyemo, who is the CEO of EQI Mindset and the founder of the nonprofit Immigrants in Corporate Inc, her mission is to work with organizations to build more inclusive workplaces.

                         

                        This podcast was built to amplify the voices of leaders and immigrants in the corporate workplace and to give insights and guidance so people can move past their “barriers” and advance in their professional careers.

                         

                        Through interviews and solo episodes, Lola will examine this global world of work. We hope that you can learn a thing or two from our guests, who have a range of experiences and stories to share. Join Lola as we meet new people who are successfully navigating the corporate space.

                         

                        For more information and additional resources, please visit www.immigrantsincorporate.org and www.eqimindset.com 

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                      Thriving in Intersectionality is a leadership podcast exploring how identity, lived experience, and culture shape the way we lead, work, and build impact. Hosted by Dr. Lola Adeyemo — leadership…