Her Story of Rising

An interview series brought to you by the Women Rising® Program Her Story of Rising features stories from influential women trailblazers and business leaders who have defined and pursued their own versions of success and fulfillment to inspire you throughout your journey. 2 Minute Read Read More

An interview with Dari Samson, Systems Engineer – Feature Owner at BorgWarnerThrough the Women Rising® program, Dari embraced her strengths, challenged imposter syndrome, and reframed her path forward. By letting go of overperformance and perfectionism, she began leading with clarity, curiosity, and the confidence to claim her space — not just as an engineer, but Read More

An interview with Melissa Mattedi, General Manager at BorgWarner Brazil Through the Women Rising® program, Melissa rediscovered her voice, reconnected to her confidence, and began showing up in a whole new way. As she learned to trust her instincts and lead from her emotions, she stepped into her role as General Manager with greater clarity, Read More

An interview with Jen Schoenherr, Mechanical Forensic Specialist and Bernadette Lois, Lean Ford Production Manager BenchStrength Coaching Programs helped them shift from constantly serving others to intentionally investing in themselves. It reignited a sense of personal authority, reminded them to trust their gut, and gave them tools to lead with both skill and heart. 5 Read More

An interview with Rachel Guthrie | Customer Success Account Manager, Microsoft “I’ve done both straight up individual coaching and then I’ve done this program. And I would highly recommend the program over just ad hoc, individual coaching because it is so well structured, well thought out and planned. It leads you through a series of exercises and Read More

An interview with Rima Jasser | Global Director, Lean & Six Sigma, Ford Motor Company “..I wish I had known about the program in the first 5 years of my career because I probably would have had a different trajectory. If I had the coaching, if I knew what to look for, and if I Read More

An interview with Maria Martinez | Fall 2022 Women Rising Open Enrollment Graduate “… it impacted me in such a way that I was able to adjust the way that I lead, not only in my clinic, but the way that I lead in my own family as well.”  6 Minute Read Read More

An interview with Carlene Bills | President & CEO, Ford Component Sales “…know that you belong, know that you have purpose. Know that everybody’s walk in life is different. But how unique you make your life is about you.” 6 Minute Read Read More

An interview with Takayla King & Ana Querol Kicking off our interview series is Takayla King, Head of Belonging at Box and Ana Querol, Paint Area Manager at Ford Motor Company, sharing their stories after Women Rising.  8 Minute Read Read More