The core of Women in Retail Leadership Circle’s mission is to build community. As such, we seek to feature content that helps you to get to know our fabulous members by learning about their career paths, ambitions, leadership styles, and more. Through Q&A interviews, videos, podcast episodes, and more, this page is designed to highlight our members.
Whether you're into podcasts for the entertainment value or to learn something new, check out these 10 podcast recommendations from Women in Retail Leadership Circle (WIRLC) members to fill your feed.
Marianne Thompson, a Women in Retail Leadership Circle (WIRLC) member, was named chief commercial officer of Canada-based Home Hardware Stores Limited on Sept. 7. Thompson was promoted from her previous role as chief merchandising officer at the home improvement, construction materials and furniture retailer. She was named to that position in April, and prior to...
Did you get through your summer reading list? As we head into fall, hopefully you’ll find some time of your own to spend getting cozy with a good book. With that in mind, here are 10 books recommended by Women in Retail Leadership Circle (WIRLC) members. Gabrielle Grazi, Vice President of Retail Strategy and Partnerships,...
Sonia Hernandez is a partner of the people division for Columbus Consulting International. She’s also a Women in Retail Leadership Circle consultant member! In this member spotlight, we asked Hernandez a series of questions about both her professional and personal lives, including the woman that inspires her, her leadership style, her advice for the next generation...
Rosalind “Roz” Johnson, a Women in Retail Leadership Circle advisory board member, was named senior vice president and chief people officer at Build-A-Bear Workshop, the St. Louis-based retailer of teddy bears and other stuffed animals, earlier this month. Johnson has spent seven years with Build-A-Bear Workshop, most recently serving as senior vice president of store...
Laura Ravo, a Women in Retail Leadership Circle member, joined the executive team of Jane.com as its new chief operating officer, the e-commerce retailer announced on Aug. 9. Jane.com, a curated boutique marketplace featuring the latest in fashion trends, accessories, home décor, children’s clothing and more, is undergoing a transformation from a deals platform to...
Nora Gomez is the chief merchandising officer of Nebraska Furniture Mart, a home furnishings retailer. She’s also a Women in Retail Leadership Circle member! In this member spotlight, we asked Gomez a series of questions about both her professional and personal lives, including the woman that inspires her, her leadership style, her advice for the next...
They say you don’t learn anything if you never make a mistake. Mistakes are a part of life, and they’re certainly a part of any career — and they often lead you to some of life’s greatest lessons. As Oscar Wilde said, “Experience is simply the name we give our mistakes.” These five Women in...
In this Women in Retail Leadership Circle member spotlight, we feature a video interview with Dr. Manasa Mantravadi, founder and CEO of Ahimsa, the world’s first colorful stainless steel dishes for kids that help families avoid plastic at mealtimes. We’ve asked Manasa a series of questions about herself, including her career in the retail industry...
Kate Doyle Betts, a Women in Retail Leadership Circle member, was named president and CEO of SERRV International last month. SERRV International is one of the first fair trade organizations in the world and works to fight global poverty through fair and ethical trade. The organization began its mission by helping displaced European refugees trade...
