Emmy Winner Carey Peña Reveals Her Path to Becoming a Media CEO

In this episode, Carey Pena shares her journey from a successful career in journalism to becoming an entrepreneur and documentarian. She discusses the challenges of balancing motherhood with her career, the importance of authenticity in storytelling, and her passion for addressing social issues through her work. Carey emphasizes the significance of relationships, the joy of storytelling, and the need for innovative approaches in the nonprofit sector. She reflects on her family influences, the lessons learned from her experiences, and her commitment to using her platform for good.Takeaways+Carey knew she wanted to be a journalist from age 16.+She transitioned from news to entrepreneurship to learn more about business.+Balancing motherhood and career is challenging but rewarding.+Entrepreneurship requires hard work and a willingness to learn.+Innovative storytelling can help nonprofits thrive, especially during crises.+Authenticity in storytelling is crucial for connecting with audiences.+Carey's documentary 'Blank Canvas' explores rehabilitation in prisons.+Family influences shaped Carey's work ethic and values.+Finding purpose in heartbreak drives Carey's passion for social issues.+Carey advises not be intimidated by any room you're in.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Carey Pena02:00 Carey's Journey into Journalism06:07 Transitioning from News to Entrepreneurship12:21 Balancing Motherhood and Career15:09 The Challenges of Entrepreneurship20:20 Innovative Storytelling in Nonprofits24:12 Authenticity in Storytelling29:56 Exploring the Documentary 'Blank Canvas'36:12 Lessons from Family and Influences39:55 Finding Purpose in Heartbreak45:18 Advice to My Younger Self51:57 What's Next for Carey Pena?Thanks for watching! If this episode moved you, hit LIKE, drop a comment with your biggest takeaway, and SUBSCRIBE for more raw stories, mindset shifts, and real conversations.New episodes drop weekly!TikTok: tiktok.com/@wys_whatsyourstorInstagram: instagram.com/whatsyourstorypod_comX: x.com/WYSPodcast_comFacebook: facebook.com/WhatsYourStoryPodMike's Website: mikelindstrom.comScott's Website: scottleeseconsulting.comShow website coming soon!