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A Guide for Giving Tuesday (Without Losing Your Sanity or Your Wallet)
November 10, 2025
Articles | Champions for Change | MBA Alumni | Mid-Level | Non-profit/Government | Personal Finance | Seasoned/ExecutiveThis piece draws on insights generously shared by Asha Aravindakshan of GlobalGiving, Lydia Gosselin, CFP, and Michelle Ormsby of Teach For America Detroit during their recent webinar, which emphasized that giving is not only impactful but also strategic. Let’s be honest. Giving Tuesday can feel like a full-contact sport. Your inbox is overflowing, your favorite […]
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Jessica Kapadia on Trusting Your Inner Compass and Taking a Bet on Yourself
October 24, 2025
Articles | Beyond the MBA | Entrepreneurship | MBA Alumni | Mentorship | Networking | VideosWhen Forté MBA alumna Jessica Kapadia (Indiana University – Bloomington, Kelley School of Business, MBA 2010) reflects on her career, one theme stands out: learning to trust her inner compass. From her time at Apple to her current work with impact-driven ventures in Africa, Jessica’s path has been guided by self-reflection, courage, and a deep […]
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Gouri LeDonne on Purposeful Leadership and Paying It Forward
November 25, 2025
Articles | Champions for Change | Diversity and Inclusion | Leadership | MBA Alumni | Mentorship | Seasoned/ExecutiveGouri LeDonne’s journey as a leader is rooted in purpose, community, and a deep belief in the power of women to transform the world around them. As one of the first recipients of the Edie Hunt Award, a longtime supporter of Forté, and a mentor to many, Gouri exemplifies what it means to lead with […]
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Karishma Panchal: Embracing Change and Growing a Career in Data Product Management
November 24, 2025
Articles | Business Women of Tomorrow | College Student | Early Career | Financial Services | Mid-LevelMaking a career shift can feel daunting, but it can also lead to unexpected growth. In a recent video from Capital Group, Karishma Panchal shares her transition from five years in project management to becoming a data product manager; an opportunity that challenged her, pushed her to grow, and opened new doors for her future. Shifting Careers […]
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Jenny Le on Paying It Forward and Leading with Purpose
November 21, 2025
Articles | Beyond the MBA | Financial Services | Leadership | MBA Alumni | Mentorship | Work/Life EffectivenessFor Jenny Le, education has always been more than a personal milestone — it’s been a gateway to possibility. As a first-generation college and MBA graduate, Jenny understands firsthand how access, support, and community can change the trajectory of a life. Today, she pays that forward as the outgoing Chair of Forté’s Alumni Leadership Council […]
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Turns Out, Equity Has Range
November 13, 2025
Allies for Gender Equity | ArticlesThe questions sound new, but the struggle isn’t. “Do I belong here?”“Can I show up as myself?”“I don’t see people like me in leadership. Am I even welcome?” We’ve heard these questions before. For years, they came from women trying to find their footing in workplaces built for someone else. Women who learned that confidence […]
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Joan Ramos: Bridging Science and Finance to Build a Career in Investments
November 12, 2025
Articles | Business Women of Tomorrow | Early Career | Finance | Financial Services | MBA Alumni | MBA StudentBuilding a career in investment management requires curiosity, adaptability, and the confidence to connect diverse experiences. In a recent video from Capital Group, fixed income portfolio analyst Joan Ramos shares her journey from biochemistry and research finance to the dynamic world of investment management. Along the way, she highlights practical lessons for anyone looking to […]
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You Can’t Build Belonging with Bagels
November 12, 2025
Articles | ERGs in ActionDid you ever notice that at some point, we decided that “belonging” meant free food? Don’t get me wrong. I love free food; give me a good bagel spread any day of the week! But if you think an ERG-sponsored breakfast is what’s going to make your employees feel seen, supported, and more likely to […]
