Episode 176 | SmartStop Presents: Trust Yourself | Gretel von Son, COO, Connect

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage, this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones, engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with Gretel von Son, COO, Connect. Gretel shared her diverse career journey, starting with a degree in chemistry and roles at Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Illumina, and a startup in Boston. She emphasized the importance of continuous learning and balancing work with family, especially as a mother of a two-year-old. Gretel highlighted the significance of authenticity, trusting one's gut, and creating a supportive community. She discussed her current role at Connect, which focuses on supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs, and her aspirations to return to the life sciences side. Gretel stressed the value of direct communication and the need for leaders to prioritize people and purpose.We want to thank our incredible sponsor, SmartStop Self Storage, a leader in self storage real estate, and a company that upholds its core principles of leading together, embracing change and enhancing everyone's journey. To learn more about SmartStop, please visit SmartStop Self Storage. Thank you for being a part of the SheEO Lead-In community!  Please be sure to share our episodes and subscribe to this storage vault of wisdom and knowledge, built by women and for women.