From the Main Stage: A Full-Circle Moment

For years, Out & Equal has been a cornerstone of my journey, a space where professional excellence and personal advocacy intersect. Being invited to the main stage in Seattle for the Storytellers segment on Day 2 of the 2025 Workplace Summit was more than just a speaking engagement; it was a seminal, full-circle moment in my career. Standing before thousands of peers, I felt the collective power of our shared history and the urgent necessity of the stories we carry.

My talk, centered on the courage it takes to lead authentically, was a reflection of my own path—finding the strength not just to occupy a space but to redefine it. It was an honor to share the “Reflections From Both Sides of the Glass Ceiling” that have shaped my life, and to witness how those truths resonated with a community that has supported my growth from the very beginning.

Below is the video of the presentation, along with a gallery of images capturing the energy and emotion of the day. I hope these moments inspire you to lead with your most courageous, real self and to remember that you don’t need to wait for an invitation when you have the power to “become the table” yourself.

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