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In celebration of International Women's Day, Schindler Elevator Corporation interviewed female employees that paved the way for women in the industry. in this conversation, Linda Lewis and Sula Moudakis reflect on how strong relationships have enabled their success.

Tiffany Rideaux, age 50, interviews her friend Paige Brodsky who talks about her experience working at an independent record store for over 30 years. We talk about how a mentor, capitalism, and gender have impacted her work.

Sisters Kathleen Knoth (65) and Kerry Lynn Callegari (67) discuss their careers, the University of New Mexico Taos Library, and their experiences as first-generation college students.

Colleagues Dr. Valerie Kinloch (50,) Sharika Comfort (33,) and Dr. Cheryl Brayboy [no age given] speak about the role of Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU) in their lives, inspirations and mentors, and what their hopes are for the future.

Jenn Simmons (39) interviews her friend, colleague, and mentor, Howard Cavner (68), about his childhood in the Ozarks region of Missouri, his relationship with his grandmother, the pride he has for his daughter, and the most important lessons that he...

Jackie L. Roberson Jr., Executive Director of the FCCA in Meadville, Pennsylvania, talks about his upbringing in Buffalo, New York, the wonderful family and mentors that he continues to be grateful for, and the present community that inspires him to...

Friends and colleagues Amy Cilimburg (56) and Caroline Lauer (28) talk about their intergenerational friendship, passion for working on climate change, the organization in Missoula where they met, Climate Smart Missoula, and the importance of pushing oneself to be uncomfortable.

Mentee Cheryl Emanuel (62) speaks with her mentor Frank Parker (82) about the importance of relationships and interpersonal work, Cheryl’s career journey, and the values she have strengthened and affirmed with Frank.

Friends Brett Cook (52) and Desmond O’Shea (18) talk about the Black (W)hole project, the Black Lives Matter movement, and how coronavirus has impacted their creativity and community.

Martin Miller (no age given) interviews his mentee and friend Taylor Gofstein (24) about the Women in Science Leadership Workshop, cultural sensitivity in Alaska, field work, and mentorship.

Friends and colleagues Bill Wall (66) and Bill Allcot (65) sit down at the New York Transit Museum in a 1916 Low V trailer car to discuss their decades-long working relationship at NYC Transit—from initial interdepartmental conflicts to innovative problem-solving,...

Story Corp conversation with Bay Butler, about six months before his death from a progressive heart condition. Bay was a dear mentor, guardian angel and friend. In this discussion, he talks about his life, his values, and our relationship.

Chris “Gonzo” Gonzalez reflects on his eight years as a U.S. Army Military Police Soldier, a path shaped by generations of service in his family. His story spans early cultural shock in basic training, mission work in Kosovo, time as...

Second generation Asian American women talk about friendship, success, and life lessons

Rachel Hampton ended up in the geosciences because she couldn’t find the art history class she was looking for. From asking a TA if she could join him on fieldwork to doing her senior thesis on volcanoes without a professor...

Caronda Drew (53) and her husband Patrick Drew (57) discuss how they fell in love and how they became important leaders in their communities through their work in their Friendship House.

In celebration of International Women's Day, Schindler Elevator Corporation interviewed female employees that paved the way for women in the industry. in this conversation, Andrea Hanna and Marsha Williams reflect on meaningful moments throughout their careers.

Ruby (16) and Kate (36) discuss hope, how to find it and tend it, how to manage hardship, and how to lean on others sustainably.

In celebration of International Women's Day, Schindler Elevator Corporation interviewed female employees that paved the way for women in the industry. In this conversation, Julie Furrer and Beverly Dayman discuss how mentorship has played a role throughout their careers.

[Recorded Monday, July 17, 2023] Adel (25) and Anibiko (30) have a One Small Step Conversation in Charlottesville. Adel is from Zimbabwe with a background on Forensic Auditing and Accounting and enjoys empowering youth to engaging in politics. Anibiko is...

Nathan "Nate" Pinsley (36) interviews his friend Patricia "Patty" Rosado (66) about her time on Fire Island during the AIDS epidemic.

Oliver (51) and Brookelynn (32) highlight Brookelynn’s journey through her nursing career, intertwined with personal anecdotes about family, camping adventures, and hopes for her children. Through her storytelling, she shared insight into her life, relationships, and the values that shape...

Colleagues Monica Jojola (53), Gina Euell (56), and Phoebe Suina (46) reflect on their experiences as Native women business leaders and share their biggest influences and the lessons they have learned.

Emily Johnson shares stories from Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Boise about the impact of friendship, mentorship, support, and one person's presence can have on another's life.

Tsanonda Edwards (40) talks with his friend Larry Saddler (40) about his early life and the mentors and relationships that have nurtured his sense of purpose, connection, and wellness. They share about their work together in mentoring youth, and dispelling...