While we’re constantly reminded that age is just a number, it can feel like a barrier to those thinking about making a career change. Here are four inspiring stories of Marin residents who embarked on a new career later in life — and they’ve never felt happier or more satisfied with their decision to do […]
Charlie Saffro is the founder and president of CS Recruiting, a 35-employee recruitment firm in the supply chain, transportation and logistics industries based in Highland Park. “It’s our mission to make meaningful connections to empower and inspire others to discover their full potential; that applies to our clients, candidates, and team,” Saffro said. Saffro is […]
It is no secret that charisma is a trait many successful people share. Upon meeting Joshua (“Josh”) Deitch, it took little time to recognize his magnetism and well-rounded persona. Outwardly friendly with an approachable demeanor, Josh’s thirst for knowledge, dedication to his craft and devotion to his community were immediately evident as he discussed his expertise […]
Built out of a desire to find work that was freeing and fulfilling, Bri Seeley, a fashion designer turned entrepreneur coach, sought to use her unique talents to help entrepreneurs find their path and take their businesses to the next level. As an entrepreneur herself, Bri utilizes the lessons she’s learned through her own experiences […]
When Oakland, California native Kamala Harris made history as the first female United States vice president, East Bay residents felt a deep measure of hometown pride. Born in Oakland to immigrant parents who divorced when she was young (her father was from Jamaica and her mother from India), she lived with her younger sister, Maya, […]
When Oakland, California native Kamala Harris made history as the first female United States vice president, East Bay residents felt a deep measure of hometown pride. Born in Oakland to immigrant parents who divorced when she was young (her father was from Jamaica and her mother from India), she lived with her younger sister, Maya, […]
It was a senior year like no other and this year’s North Shore valedictorians and commencement speakers shared a few of their hopes, future plans and secrets for success with Better. Zara AnwarNew Trier High School Zara Anwar lives in Winnetka and will attend Lehigh University in Pennsylvania. She plans to study cognitive sciences with […]
Several years ago, on International Women’s Day, former First Lady Michelle Obama famously said, “There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish.” There’s also another saying that behind every successful man is a great woman—but it’s not always true the other way around. Sometimes it’s a great woman behind, or even in […]
Dorri McWhorter, the CEO of YWCA of Metropolitan Chicago, is departing the organization after eight years to become CEO and President of YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago on Aug. 2. McWhorter will be the first woman and first Black woman to hold those titles for the organization. “Dorri’s passion for mission driven work and her visionary […]
What does it take to be an effective leader at work and in one’s community? Susan A. Capra, Shannon M. McNulty and Sarah F. King, partners at Clifford Law Offices in Chicago, Illinois, recently shared their thoughts on the subject. “Many of the same elements it takes to win a case reflect the traits of […]
