"Collaboration is the key to long term success as an organization... we’re successful together and there are no personal 'wins. I encourage my team to invest in their relationships with each other and have each other’s back—what we accomplish, we accomplish together.” Today’s woman dreamer, Sonia Sardana is the Chief Transformation Officer of Innova Solutions. an award-winning global technology services company that is accelerating client success through digital innovation. In this inspiring interview with Women Who Win for our Women in Philanthropy series with Akshaya Patra USA, Sonia reflects on her journey in business transformation, her approach to team building, and how she gives back through Akshaya Patra and the Innova Foundation. She shares, “Youth are our future, and we are passionate about nourishing their spark.” Enjoy her story!
Read More
“I think diversity in general is important in terms of representing and catering for everyone in society. In healthcare, it’s particularly critical as women are most often the consumers on behalf of their families and they are most likely to be the caregivers for older/younger family members who are in need.” Today’s woman dreamer, Nicki Macmanus, has had extensive leadership experience in the healthcare industry including at CVS Health and Cancer Care Direct. In her Women Who Win interview, Nicki reflects on how growing up in a family of healthcare workers in Ireland inspired her future passion for the space, how digital tools and AI in improving healthcare access, and her advice to women in leadership. Enjoy her inspiring story!
Read More
“I don’t as much look at “trends” but instead what are some of the largest problems that need to be solved. There is no shortage when it comes to women’s health and wellness.” Today’s woman dreamer, is the Founder & General Partner of Coyote Ventures, an early stage venture capital fund investing in women’s health and wellness. Starting her career as one of the first employees at Impossible Food, Jessica is on a mission to solve complex problems and bring women to the forefront of innovation. In her Women Who Win interview, she reflects on her career journey, the future of women in VC, and her next big dream. Enjoy!
Read More
“If you can start your life and end your life volunteering, that is a blessing.” Today’s woman dreamer, Nithya Iyer Singh is a female leader in the drug development/healthcare space, with a passion for giving back. In this inspiring interview for our Women in Philanthropy series in collaboration with Akshaya Patra USA, Nithya reflects on her professional journey, her mission to give back to underserved communities, and her passion for running marathons. We are excited to share her story on Women Who Win.
Read More
“Don’t assume that as a woman being surrounded only by women is the best for you. It is very useful and extremely healthy to get diverse viewpoints.” Today’s woman dreamer, Dr. Raminder Luther, has led a dynamic career as a woman of academia, currently serving as the Interim Dean of Bertolon School of Business (Salem State University). She shares her exciting journey, from leading the university in its AACSB accreditation to how she discovered her passion for educating the next generation. Raminder reminds us, “Ensure equity, inclusion, and fairness in all decisions.” Enjoy Raminder’s inspiring story!
Read More
“Content is King, Quality is Queen, and Confidence is your Ace to “own the moment” on stage.” Have you ever thought of making a Ted Talk? Today’s woman dreamer, Danielle Duplin, has led a dynamic career as an award winning public speaking coach and strategic innovator. From Executive Producer/Co-Founder of TedX Boston to a Vice President of Fidelity and mentoring hundreds of startups through Mass Challenge, Fintech Sandbox and more, she has a dream for the post pandemic world to “build back better”. Danielle shares her top tips to writing a good speech, how to radiate confidence, and how every woman can “own her moment”!
Read More
“It’s not a world for any, if it’s not a world for all” Period. It’s really not complicated. To me, empowering women has a domino effect — you empower families, you educate families, you shatter perceptions, you pave the way, and you move the world forward.” Today’s woman dreamer, Bank of America Executive Shim Sameer (Head of National Operations & Northeast Preferred and Consumer Banking/Investments) has been passionately leading the way for women professionals. A lifelong learner with a true passion for building the best team, she shares her inspiring career journey, her top three leadership tips and the inspiration behind her popular instagram platform, (@shimergram). Enjoy her story!
Read More
“Let’s Make Something Happen”. Today’s woman dreamer, Bobbie Carlton is the founder of Mass Innovation Nights, Innovation Women, and Carlton PR & Marketing. With a passion for entrepreneurship marketing, and PR, she is a woman of many talents. Bobbie’s Mass Innovation Nights have showcased thousands of products and raised billions in funding. She is also a strong advocate for bringing women into public speaking roles. With the majority of public speakers being male, Bobbie seeks to create a gender equity on stage. In this interview, Bobbie shares the story behind Innovation Nights, Innovation Women, her passion for public speaking, the power of using humor to tell your story, and her dream to empower women entrepreneurs globally.
Read More