In this episode of the Two Piers Podcast, host Erica D'Eramo sits down with Dr. Anthony Luévanos to explore the powerful role that humility plays in effective leadership. Drawing on Dr. Luévanos’ extensive experience across industries, they delve into how humility can transform leadership approaches and foster a collaborative and growth-oriented workplace.
In this episode, we are resharing a conversation from the Women Offshore Podcast, hosted by Christine MacMillan, where Erica D’Eramo and Tanya Tarr are featured guests. Together, they discuss the upcoming Inclusion Summit Workshop on September 18th, an event designed to promote inclusive leadership, especially for HR professionals and C-suite leaders. The summit will take place at Shell in Houston, Texas from 10 AM to 4 PM and will include practical, interactive learning activities.
As the heat of summer peaks and we look ahead to the cooler days of autumn, the Two Piers team, led by Erica D'Eramo, has been busy with a range of exciting activities and future plans. This update provides a glimpse into what we've been up to, the projects we're currently involved in, and what's on the horizon.
In this episode we deep into the societal messaging surrounding body image and its effects on mental health and well-being. Joined by licensed clinical social worker Keri Baker, the conversation sheds light on various aspects of disordered eating, body positivity, and the importance of representation in these spaces.
In this engaging podcast episode, Erica D'Eramo hosts author and facilitator GG Renee Hill to discuss the significance of community, resilience, and creativity. Join us as we explore GG's insights, personal journey, and her approach to creating supportive and inclusive communities.
In the latest episode of the Two Piers Podcast, host Erica D'Eramo is joined by behavioral scientist and executive health coach Tanya Tarr. Together, they explore the multifaceted issue of burnout, drawing on Tanya's extensive experience in politics, health coaching, and personal wellness. This episode provides a wealth of insights into understanding, preventing, and managing burnout, particularly among executives and high-stakes professionals.
In a world filled with challenges and uncertainties, finding solace and guidance in nature's lessons can be a powerful practice. In this Two Piers podcast episode, Melissa Keyser joins host Erica D’Eramo to take us on a journey through her life, illustrating how nature serves as a profound analogy for navigating life's twists and turns.
In a world where resilience is often touted as a defining trait of success, it's essential to delve deeper into its nuances and applications. In this insightful episode of the Two Piers Podcast, host Erica D'Eramo engages in a candid conversation with Professional Coach LaToia Burkley. Together, they offer diverse perspectives on resilience, endurance, impostor syndrome (or phenomenon), and self-advocacy. Let's explore the highlights and key takeaways from their discussion.
In the rich tapestry of history, there exist threads often overlooked. This engaging conversation between host Erica and Maya Rook, a passionate historian, unravels the layers of women's history. Explore the influence of the Haudenosaunee, the dynamics of the suffrage movement, and the remarkable experiences of women like Anna Murray Douglas and Matilda Joslyn Gage.
In a recent podcast episode, our host, Erica D'Eramo engages in a rich conversation with Kirsty Bashforth, a seasoned professional with extensive experience in cultural transformation within organizations. They explore the intricacies of cultural change, shedding light on challenges, debunking misconceptions, and unveiling key insights. You can access a full transcript here, or dive into the highlights of their conversation below.
Embarking on a journey of business transformation can be both thrilling and challenging. In this podcast episode, host Erica D'Eramo engages in a conversation with Lisa Carlin, a seasoned strategy execution specialist, to unravel the intricacies of successful business transformation. The discussion spans topics from change management to the pitfalls organizations often encounter and strategies for overcoming them.
Let’s dive into a recent chat between Erica D'Eramo and Thea Charles, unraveling the fascinating connection between coaching and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). In this post, we'll explore how these two disciplines compliment each other to cultivate authenticity, growth, and inclusivity in the workplace.
Today marks the winter solstice, the longest night of the year in the northern hemisphere. As the darkness envelops us, it prompts introspection and invites us to embrace rest and restoration. In a world that often emphasizes constant activity, finding a balance between restfulness and productivity can be challenging.
This episode we’re joined by Angela Parker, who shares her journey as a veteran and as a business leader.
Angela Parker, a seasoned finance executive and former Army officer, boasts diverse industry experience, spanning technology, security, consulting, aviation, energy, healthcare, and finance. Her strengths include mergers, restructuring, turnarounds, high-growth initiatives, and performance improvement.
She's set to take on a new CFO role, focusing on Mergers & Acquisitions and transforming finance with cutting-edge technology and processes.
As former CFO of Allied Universal Technology Services, Angela led teams across 50 locations, integrating seven new entities and implementing vital automation. In the energy sector, she drove business strategy and marketing for Halliburton and Baker Hughes, leveraging global trends for success. At American Airlines, Angela guided strategy, managed capital projects, and led merger teams.
A former Army officer, Angela holds an MBA from the University of Texas at Austin and a bachelor's degree in Literature and Computer Science Engineering from West Point. Her passions include travel, volunteering, running, yoga, and quality time with her grown children.
Angela shares with us the challenges and successes that she’s navigated first in the Army, and then in the corporate world, reflecting on how those experiences have shaped her journey as a leader and sharing her insights and words of wisdom along the way.
Join us for a captivating exploration of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the workplace with two distinguished experts, Darius Johnson and Leland Jourdan of FTI Consulting.
Darius Johnson, a visionary DEI practitioner, and Leland Jourdan, former Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Chevron, offer unique perspectives on the future of DEI.
In this episode, we uncover the journey of these two thought leaders and their invaluable insights. We delve into the evolving DEI landscape, touching on the challenges posed by societal shifts and polarized discourse. We also highlight the importance of genuine commitment and impactful actions to address systemic inequality.
Our expert guests emphasize integrating DEI into every facet of an organization and the crucial role of curiosity in problem-solving. They discuss metrics, sponsorship programs, and inclusive leadership as vital components of successful DEI initiatives.
Discover how DEI dynamics impact a company's success and how leaders can strategically incorporate DEI into core business practices.
Join us on this enlightening journey into the Future of DEI, where we unravel insights, strategies, and the path forward in building more inclusive and equitable workplaces.
Tune in now to be part of the conversation shaping the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion!
Nicte Cuevas is an award-winning bilingual brand strategist and designer, as well as the owner of Nicte Creative Design. She connects color, cultura, and design into a purpose-driven brand strategy for visionary companies. Through empathy-driven methodology, Nicte evolves, invigorates, and amplifies businesses’ unique brand positions. Her roots from Venezuela, Mexico, and Colombia deepen her love and commitment to cultural diversity in her work. Nicte has taught over 120,000 worldwide with courses on branding, color psychology, and design as a LinkedIn Learning instructor.
She joins us this episode to discuss the ways that culture and color can come together to support a brand's voice, strategy and impact. Nicte shares how her own personal journey and multicultural Latina heritage have shaped the way she uses the power of color to help people and brands tell their stories and connect with their audiences. Whether you're developing your own personal brand or contributing to the brand of an organization, this episode speaks to the art of communication and how the methods and media that we use can impact how our voice is heard.
In this episode, we’re joined by Two Piers Advisory Board member, LaToya Stallworth who shares her insights on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). LaToya is an Operations leader within the energy industry. As an alumna of both Florida A&M, a Historically Black University, as well as Harvard Business School, a predominantly white institution (or PWI), LaToya has a unique perspective into the different campus and educational experiences. She also shares a glimpse into her experience as a Black woman in a corporate environment and the ways that her education prepared her for success.
We’re wrapping up our four-part June Pride series this week with a short and sweet episode as we close out the month’s festivities and celebration.
We’re joined by Liz Kovarsky, Director of the Working Communities Challenge Initiative with the Midcoast Youth Center. She discusses her efforts in organizing the first annual Pride celebration in the bucolic shipbuilding town Bath, Maine. From ideation to reality - it’s a heartwarming story of community collaboration, engagement, and support.
We're back for part-two of our two-part episode about Pride. Two Piers Advisory Board members Gene Valentin and Jason Gray rejoin us to discuss Pride in terms of intersectionality, identity, labels, and “cancel culture.” We also touch on some recent developments that have occurred in between recording part-one and part-two.
This is a two-part episode as part of our Pride Series this month. If you didn’t catch part-one, you can find it here.
