Full Circle — Career Growth, Design Leadership & Industry Evolution with Laura Carlson

In this episode of Bold Women Collective Backstory, Darlene Akers, President of Akers Business Solutions, sits down with Laura Carlson, Director of the Architectural Division at My Resource Library (MRL), for a compelling conversation about career growth, industry evolution, and coming full circle.From managing a physical catalog library early in her career to now leading the architectural division of a digital industry hub, Laura shares how adaptability, grit, and lifelong learning shaped her leadership journey. Together, they explore what it means to evolve alongside your industry, embrace change, and find purpose in every chapter.What you’ll learn:How to navigate career transitions in a rapidly evolving industryWhy adaptability and resilience fuel long-term leadership growthLessons from moving from physical to digital innovationHow full-circle moments shape clarity and confidenceThe power of staying curious in times of changeLaura’s story is a reminder that growth isn’t always linear — but when you stay open to possibility, every step prepares you for the next.If you’re a leader, designer, architect, or professional navigating career evolution, this episode offers insight and inspiration for building impact across seasons of change.Follow Bold Women Collective on Spotify for weekly conversations amplifying women shaping the future of leadership, learning, and design.Recorded at NeoCon