Learn from the most inspirational women in the industry
This is Pass the Mic: our campaign highlighting trailblazers in the advertising, media, and audio space. Audio is such a powerful tool, and it's time to let our voices shine.

Make the world your mentee. With our Pass the Mic podcast and blog series, these rockstars are joining us to share their stories and sage advice with the next generation of leaders.

Thank you for five wonderful, inspiring years of Pass the Mic!
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Pass the Mic articles
- DE&I
“Advocate for yourself,” Glenniss Richards from Bayer Healthcare
Mar 31, 2025 - DE&I
“Act with accountability,” Alia Lamborghini from Yahoo
Mar 20, 2025 - DE&I
Behind the Scenes: Celebrating Five Years of Pass the Mic
Mar 13, 2025 - DE&I
“See beyond where you have been,” Beverly Jackson from Zillow
Mar 6, 2025 - DE&I
“Unleash the power in others,” Sue Schaefer Beigie from State Farm
Feb 27, 2025 - DE&I
“Leadership is a privilege,” Aruna Natarajan from EssenceMediacom
Feb 24, 2025 - DE&I
“Be bold and courageous,” Olga Suvorova from Samsung Electronics America
Feb 21, 2025 - DE&I
“Make yourself known,” Andrea Lennon from Omnicom
Feb 20, 2025 - DE&I
“Always be open to change,” Danisha Lomax from Digitas
Feb 19, 2025 - DE&I
“Break stereotypes,” Kim Grant from Bank of America
Feb 18, 2025 - DE&I
“Be open-minded and take bold leaps,” Rosabel Murai from Team One
Feb 14, 2025 - DE&I
“Just be you,” Shirli Zelcer from dentsu
Feb 13, 2025 - DE&I
“Be real and lead with integrity,” Kim Davis from Assembly Global
Feb 12, 2025 - DE&I
“Understand your people first,” Nicole Estebanell from Mediahub Worldwide
Feb 11, 2025 - DE&I
“Bring your whole self to work,” Chauncey Wesley from IPG Mediabrands
Feb 10, 2025 - DE&I
"Push people to think differently,” Melissa Gordon-Ring from IPG Mediabrands
Feb 6, 2025 - DE&I
"Make others shine,” Carrie Drinkwater from Carat
Feb 4, 2025 - DE&I
“Get comfortable with being uncomfortable,” Janette Roush from Brand USA
Jan 24, 2025 - DE&I
“Be courageous,” Luana Bumachar with Solo Brands
Dec 18, 2024 - DE&I
“Relationships matter,” Stephanie Sherman with DraftKings
Dec 12, 2024 - DE&I
“Relational leadership empowers teams,” Jaquie Hoyos from Moroch
Nov 19, 2024 - DE&I
“Give yourself room to grow," Suzanne Salas from MSC Cruises
Nov 5, 2024 - DE&I
“Teach the leaders of tomorrow,” Tara Loftis from Galderma
Oct 14, 2024 - DE&I
“Be where you are,” Joelle Park from BWH Hotels
Sep 24, 2024 - DE&I
“Close your eyes and jump,” Anne Fulenwider from Alloy Women’s Health
Sep 12, 2024 - DE&I
“Do the uncomfortable thing,” Ellie Quartel from Fossil Group
Sep 10, 2024 - DE&I
“Be resilient,” Varsha Kaura from Omnicom
Aug 16, 2024 - DE&I
“Be confident from the beginning,” Michele Barlow from Bank of America
Aug 15, 2024 - DE&I
“Embrace diversity,” Alex McClure from Expedia Group
Aug 14, 2024 - DE&I
“Speak up” Michele Rousseau from Expedia
Aug 14, 2024 - DE&I
“Failure is a gift,” Ro Patrick from the Ad Council
Aug 12, 2024 - DE&I
“Humble yourself,” Emily Graham from Omnicom
Aug 9, 2024 - DE&I
“We can solve most anything,” Stacy DeRiso from Initiative
Aug 8, 2024 - DE&I
“Know your boundaries,” Mindy Barry from Mars Petcare
Aug 7, 2024 - DE&I
Pass The Mic with Brie Garcia
Aug 6, 2024 - DE&I
Pass The Mic with Ashley Flowers
Aug 5, 2024 - DE&I
“Create more space,” Chrissy Taylor from Automotive News
Jun 28, 2024 - DE&I
“Never stop learning,” Tracy Cassady from Penske Automotive Group
Jun 27, 2024 - DE&I
“Learn to move forward,” Christel Mosby from Grand Canyon Education
Jun 26, 2024 - DE&I
“Think about the future,” Jen Brace from Ford
Jun 26, 2024 - DE&I
“Make time for others,” Breanne Carpenter from Saatchi and Saatchi
Jun 25, 2024 - DE&I
“Do it with excellence,” Shenan Reed from General Motors
Jun 24, 2024 - DE&I
Pass The Mic with Ashley Ray
May 28, 2024 - DE&I
"Be unapologetically yourself," Donna Hodge from Burrell
May 21, 2024 - DE&I
Pass the Mic with the Hosts of The First Degree
May 14, 2024 - DE&I
“Lift as you climb,” Chelsea Jenkins from Kellanova
May 9, 2024 - DE&I
Pass The Mic with Amelia Chappelow: Podcast Insights
May 8, 2024 - DE&I
Pass the Mic with Amy Nicholson
May 6, 2024 - DE&I
Pass the Mic with Hannah Brown
May 2, 2024 - DE&I
Pass the Mic with Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins
Apr 30, 2024