From Bronx to ABA’s C-Suite: Quatiba Davis’ Inspiring Journey

From the Bronx to the C-Suite, this is the remarkable journey of a woman who refused to be defined by limits.In this inspiring conversation, you’ll hear how she rose from special education teacher to become the first Black woman in ABA’s C-suite, leading with passion, data, and grit. She shares the personal story that brought her to Applied Behavior Analysis, the challenges she’s overcome, and the leadership strategies driving real change in the field.Whether you’re in ABA, leadership, or just love stories of resilience and impact, this episode will motivate you to break barriers of your own. Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:33 Meet Quatiba Davis03:06 How her daughter’s stroke led her to ABA07:33 Discovering the power of Applied Behavior Analysis08:30 Role as Chief Clinical Officer09:33 Overcoming challenges as a Black woman in a C-suite role18:07 How her Bronx upbringing shaped her career21:03 Advice for Black women entering corporate leadership23:23 Staying grounded under high responsibility29:04 The sponsor who changed her life32:13 The Importance of mentorship38:22 Parenting, independence, and supporting her daughter42:28 Why there are so few Black women in ABA leadership45:15 Diversity, equity, and inclusion in ABA today48:29 Final advice for women in leadership