EPISODE · Sep 8, 2023 · 40 MIN
Katherine + Making an Impact: You get to define what "having it all" looks like for you
from All Who Wander with Anne Taylor Hartzell · host Anne Taylor Hartzell
How Katherine Cheng found her way from a career in politics, to high-tech, seasons at Starbucks, Microsoft, and Expedia, and now as the current VP of Culture and DEI for the Seattle Mariners, while raising two twin boys with her husband, and volunteering her time to advance the unique voices and stories of the AANHPI community. In this episode you will learn:How Katherine has navigated her work as a social impact expert and sustainability architect who has worked in diverse industries such as retail, tech, government, and travel.Lessons she has learned as a full-time working mom of two twin boysWhy her most recent role at the Seattle Mariners is so special and especially for her baseball-loving familyWhy Katherine says she was raised by her mom and Phil Donahue growing upHow she and her friends launched the "Our stories are your stories" documentary series, an idea born to celebrate the unique voices and stories of the AANHPI community to encourage understanding, empathy, and connection.What she would tell her younger self about taking more risks, and why she believes strongly that we need to drop the judgment and define what "having it all" looks like for us and find our own definition of work-life balance.Finally, she shares a bit about her volunteer work as an Advance Associate for the White House, leading advance teams to drive successful official domestic and international visits for Presidents and Vice Presidents in China, Greece, Myanmar, New Zealand, Brazil, and Ukraine.Go Mariners! ⚾️ 📖 Get the book: All Who Wander: A Guide to Finding Your Path in Seasons of Change🎤 Book Anne to speak at your next event: annetaylorhartzell.com/speaking💌 Subscribe to the Choose Adventure newsletter and join a community of others choosing adventure.Connect with Anne:Website: annetaylorhartzell.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/annetaylorhartzellInstagram: @annetaylorhartzell
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How Katherine Cheng found her way from a career in politics, to high-tech, seasons at Starbucks, Microsoft and Expedia, and now as the current VP of Culture and DEI for the Seattle Mariners, while raising two twin boys with her husband, and volunteering her time to advance the unique voices and stories of the AANHPI community.
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