Elevate: A Women's Leadership Institute Podcast
For a decade, we've been at the intersection of leadership, gender and the workplace. With our cornerstone product, The ElevateHER Challenge, we have worked to bring the vision and value to companies of creating more gender equitable workplaces.
To celebrate 10 years in this space, we share with you political and business leaders varying perspectives on the topic as well as the women who are creating change everyday in their workplaces and communities.
One conversation at a time, we work to change hearts and minds.
Pat Jones, WLI Founder
Nicole Carpenter, WLI Director
Patti Cook, WLI Director of Communication
Kris Jenkins, Tech Founder and Male Ally
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Episodes
33 episodes
Tonia Dalton & Brooke Eastham: Flexible Work Culture Transforming Career Paths
Could balancing a dynamic career with personal passions be the key to success? Join us as Tonia Dalton, partner at Induo Marketing, and Brooke Eastham, senior manager at CHG Healthcare, share their personal stories and how these experiences hav...
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52:36
Unlocking Workplace Happiness: Insights from Michelle McCullough
Unlock the secret to happiness in the workplace with our guest, Michelle McCullough, a leading expert in productivity and emotional intelligence. Join us as Michelle shares her fascinating journey from a time management enthusiast to an esteeme...
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40:59
Sara Jones: Defying Gravity and Shaping Business Strategy
Join us for an enlightening conversation with the dynamic Sara Jones, a chemical engineer turned patent lawyer, who now leads the charge in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) consulting with her firm, Inclusion Pro. Sara's transformat...
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54:16
Morgan Lyon Cotti and Allie Pierce: Engagement, Mentoring & Women in Politics
Morgan Lyon Cotti and Allie Pierce join us for a powerful conversation about women's political empowerment through Utah Women Run. Inspired by her mother's legislative career, Morgan shares her lifelong commitment to increasing female represent...
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44:49
Mallory Santa Cruz: Inspiring the Future of Leadership through Mentorship & Collaboration
Mallory Santa Cruz, Vice President of Success in Education, helped launch the transformative Women Who Succeed program, which creates mentorship pathways for young women, reshapes leadership landscapes, and breaks barriers. Through real-life ex...
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37:09
Engaging Effectively in Utah's Evolving Political Scene
Join us as we welcome Liz Converse, CEO of Utah Tech Leads, who shares her inspiring journey through two decades in state and local politics. Liz offers a unique perspective on the challenges and victories women encounter in this arena, highlig...
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46:02
Becky Marquette & Kate Noonan: Empowering the Next Generation of Female Engineers
Becky Marquette, a chemical engineer dedicated to inspiring future generations, and Kate Noonan, whose career has seamlessly transitioned from materials engineering to academia, join us today. Our conversation dives into the challe...
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42:23
Danni Wright : Community Growth and Financial Inclusivity
Join us on Elevate as we sit down with Danni Wright from JPMorgan Private Bank. Danni will discuss her dual role: leading operations in Utah and Idaho while championing the Utah JPMorgan Chase Market Leadership Team's efforts to uplift the comm...
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34:41
Doug & Jeanine Richens: Compassion, Trauma, and Leadership Insights
What does it truly mean to live without limits? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jeanine and Doug Richens, the visionary founders of Gray Space. With deep roots in personal caregiving and leadership within the LDS Church, they have tr...
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49:14
Jenny Teemsma : Navigating Maternal Leave, Generational Differences and Career Success
Ever wondered how the corporate world can be a catalyst for women's leadership? Join us as we host Jenny Teemsma, the dynamic Director of Communication for the Larry H Miller Company, in a conversation filled with eye-opening insights and perso...
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31:14
Alex Adema & Erin Pugmire: Stories of Growth, Tradition and Innovation
Join us on this episode as we sit down with Erin Pugmire and Alex Adema from Sidewinders. Erin shares her journey growing up in the typically male-dominated hydropower industry. Alex, who went from upstate New York to Utah, reveals his COO expe...
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42:39
Dr. Kyle and Becki Jones: The Stigma of Mental Health & Dealing with Burnout
Join us on Elevate for an enriching conversation with Dr. Kyle Jones, a family physician, and his partner Becky, a dedicated speech pathologist. Dr. Jones shares his passionate efforts to dismantle the stigma around mental health in the medical...
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48:17
Elevating Leaders: Sarah Starkey's Journey of Resilience, Volunteerism, and Empowerment
Discover the inspiring journey of Sarah Starkey, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary for the Larry H. Miller Group, as she shares her remarkable ascent from staff attorney to a pivotal leadership role. In this episode of Elevate, the Wo...
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43:25
James Kemp: Perfecting Pitches and Building Investor Relations
Discover the intriguing journey of a man who’s navigated through giants like Microsoft, Novell, Omniture, and Adobe and now dedicates his expertise to helping founders craft compelling pitches and prepare for investor presentations. Join ...
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50:42
Susan Madsen: A Vision for the Future of Utah
Ever wondered how a woman from a conservative family with six brothers becomes a leading voice in women's leadership? In this episode of Elevate, we sit down with Susan Madsen, the trailblazing founding director of the Utah Women Leadership Pro...
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46:33
Shirlayne Quayle: The Power of Mentorship and Authentic Leadership in Utah
How do you turn a city's economic development and housing crisis into a thriving community? Shirlayne Quayle, founder and CEO of the Powerlane podcast, reveals her incredible journey from Salt Lake City to St. George, Utah, where she played a p...
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42:58
Carine Clark: Practical Strategies for Creating a Positive Workplace
Listen to how Carine Clark, once quite shy, transformed herself into a powerhouse executive leading companies like Lumio and serving as chairman of the board at Domo. Carine shares her extraordinary journey filled with memorable moments, like p...
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34:41
Nicole Carpenter: Leading with Confidence
Nicole Carpenter, director of the Women's Leadership Institute, shares stories and insights from 10 years with the organization. From founding an online community for overwhelmed mothers to becoming a columnist and author, Nicole's path is a te...
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26:51
Jennie Moser: Navigating the Startup World as an Opera Performer
Ever wondered how a classical music lover transitions from the opera stage to the startup world? Tune in to this episode of the Elevate podcast as we spotlight Jennie Moser, an inspiring female founder with a unique blend of artistry and entrep...
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27:28
Boncom: From Process to Best Practices
Today, we are joined by Roger Pimentel, Vice President of Marketing at Boncom. Boncom is a full-service advertising agency specializing in elevating beliefs and shaping behaviors. Roger has led Boncom in implementing some of the ElevateHER prin...
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32:39
Shelley Goodell: Understanding the Landscape of Gender in the Workplace
Shelly Goodell is Vice President of E-commerce and Guest Services at the Larry H Miller Megaplex. Her journey from stay-at-home mom and Boy Scout store employee to military officer and now corporate leader is inspiring. She shares how the Women...
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42:53
Pete Codella: Building a Culture of Shared Prosperity in Utah Pt 2
Join us as we continue our conversation with Pete Codella, who sheds light on the unique challenges entrepreneurs face, from securing funding to managing health insurance costs, and discusses the state's efforts to provide affordable heal...
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30:50
Pete Codella: Building a Culture of Shared Prosperity in Utah Pt 1
As the Managing Director of Business Services in the Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity, Pete Codella brings a wealth of experience in steering Utah through the pandemic and supporting its burgeoning business community. We w...
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27:12
Heather MacDonald: The Power of Community to Drive Change
Discover the keys to mastering change management as Heather MacDonald from Pluralsight joins me, Patti Cook, for an insightful conversation on aligning learning and development with strategic business goals. Heather shares the art of clear comm...
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28:31
Robin Huling : Master Class on Communication and Leadership
Navigating the corporate ladder can feel like a solo climb, but as Robin Huiling, Chair of Silicon Slopes Women in Leadership, eloquently points out, the journey is enriched when mentorship paves the way. In a candid discussion, Robin opens up ...
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