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Find Your Voice, Then Use It - Nneka Orji on Finding Purpose in Your Career

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Guest:
Nneka Orji

Nneka Orji shares how she found her voice in corporate leadership, why diversity at the top matters, and how mentorship can help build a meaningful career.

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In this episode of Sound of Breaking Glass, host Hristina Vaceva speaks with Nneka Orji, Senior Director at Alvarez & Marsal and a passionate advocate for youth and diversity.

Nneka shares her journey from engineering to corporate leadership, revealing how she found her voice in male-dominated boardrooms and why diversity at the top is crucial for driving real change.

With a passion for mentoring the next generation and a deep commitment to creating inclusive communities, Nneka's story is one of resilience, purpose, and balance.

Whether you’re navigating your career or looking to step into a board role, Nneka’s insights will inspire you to find your authentic voice and use it in a way that’s aligned with your values and ambitions.

Key Takeaways

  • Finding Your Voice in Leadership (and How Social Media Can Help!)The Power of Mentorship and Finding Your Tribe Diversity Drives Change – but Don’t Wait for the Perfect Role Models
  • Balancing a Full -Time Role with NED Work
  • Building Resilience in the Corporate World Tune in to hear Nneka’s practical advice on how to carve out a meaningful career while making an impact in the world around you.
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