Shining a Light with Beth Kieffer Leonard

One of the long-standing effects of the pandemic is that for many of us, it forever changed the way we work. As the pandemic stretched on, and the lockdown became more of a way of life, businesses had to shift gears, shut down, lay off employees, and start again. In this episode, we hear contrasting […] The post Episode 5: Invention and Reinvention with Michelle Tran Maryns and Tammy Lee appeared first on Lurie, LLP.

Successful leaders use influence to help others reach their highest potential. The capacity to influence others comes from passion and authenticity that can lead to the greatest impact on work cultures and our greater communities. We hear from two women doing just that in the spheres of manufacturing, construction, and technologies, using their influence as […] The post Episode 4: Impact and Influence with Anne Behrendt and Kay Phillips appeared first on Lurie, LLP.

Leaders take responsibility for the well-being and improvement of their communities. The COVID-19 pandemic combined with the aftermath of George Floyd brings Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) work into closer view. Companies are addressing inequities and also implementing anti-racist strategies that require a structural and personal commitment for unity and change not just in the […] The post Episode 3: Community and Connection with Lili Hall and Susan Shields appeared first on Lurie, LLP.

In times of crisis, women leaders rose to the occasion with sensitivity and understanding of the stress, anxiety, and frustration that people are feeling striving to meet needs. Specifically, in this episode, these leaders responded with compassion and empathy during a time of twin pandemics, with both a public health and racial crisis unfolding across […] The post Episode 2: Equity & Empathy with Alison Rempel Brown and Anika Ward appeared first on Lurie, LLP.

If there was ever a time to lead with heart, it was during the trying times of 2020-2021. This episode explores those who embody heart-based leadership, to inspire loyalty and build powerful relationships by being kind, caring, and humble. Leading with heart doesn't always mean a soft approach, it can also mean high expectation and […] The post Episode 1: Heart and Humility with Kate Kelly and Kim Motes appeared first on Lurie, LLP.

On International Women's Day 2021, we proudly present Shining a Light, a limited series podcast, where we put a spotlight on women in leadership and female entrepreneurship. Each episode, narrated by Beth Kieffer Leonard, Managing Partner of Lurie, LLP, weaves together insight from female business leaders to inspire the next generation of female entrepreneurs. Together, […] The post Shining a Light with Beth Kieffer Leonard Podcast Trailer appeared first on Lurie, LLP.