Elevate: A Women's Leadership Institute Podcast · 2025-05-19 · 43 min
Comments or Thoughts on this Episode? Send us a text message. What happens when an agency's mission to "move people" meets a passionate commitment to gender diversity? Magic - and measurable success. Dave Smith, CEO, and Stephanie Miller, President of Penna Powers, join WLI's Pat Jones to reveal how their 40-year-old communications firm has thrived by embracing women's leadership. With 64% of their staff being women, they've created a culture where diverse perspectives aren't just welcomed - they're essential to their success. The conversation takes us behind the scenes of memorable campaigns like the "Knights of Scamalot" fighting consumer fraud and the transportation initiative during the 2002 Winter Olympics. But the most compelling stories emerge when discussing their internal culture. Dave speaks candidly about how women bring "grit" to challenging situations - even chasing down bike thieves in high heels! - while Stephanie shares how psychological safety empowers team members to voice their concerns and ambitions.
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