S2E7 Priscila Pires: Reconnecting With Your Roots

Episode 7 of the The Adults' Table podcast, hosted by Fernanda Rodrigues, titled "S2E7 Priscila Pires: Reconnecting With Your Roots " was published on February 11, 2026 and runs 52 minutes.

February 11, 2026 ·52m · The Adults' Table

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Summary

From Au Pair to Director at Kendo Brands (Fenty), Priscila Pires shares her journey of starting over in the U.S., navigating career detours, and the resilience many immigrants carry in silence.We explore what it means to integrate without assimilating, how career “detours” can become advantages, and why reconnecting with your roots can be a source of power.A deeply honest conversation about belonging, ambition, community, and becoming more yourself over time.00:43 Introducing Priscila Pires: A Journey of Courage02:15 Navigating Life as an Immigrant in the US06:05 Starting Over: The Au Pair Experience14:42 Building a Career in Corporate America23:47 Overcoming Stereotypes and Embracing Identity27:39 Rediscovering Brazilian Roots32:49 Embracing Spirituality44:19 Impact of Brazilian Culture on Relationships48:28 Advice for Immigrants in Corporate AmericaAbout PriscilaPriscila Pires is a Senior Sourcing Director at Kendo Brands (Fenty Beauty, Fenty Skin, Fenty Hair), with a global career spanning L’Oréal , Huda Beauty, and Shiseido.Follow us on social mediahttp://instagram.com/theadultstableshowhttps://www.tiktok.com/@thefernandarodrigues2

Episode Description

From Au Pair to Director at Kendo Brands (Fenty), Priscila Pires shares her journey of starting over in the U.S., navigating career detours, and the resilience many immigrants carry in silence.

We explore what it means to integrate without assimilating, how career “detours” can become advantages, and why reconnecting with your roots can be a source of power.

A deeply honest conversation about belonging, ambition, community, and becoming more yourself over time.

00:43 Introducing Priscila Pires: A Journey of Courage02:15 Navigating Life as an Immigrant in the US06:05 Starting Over: The Au Pair Experience14:42 Building a Career in Corporate America23:47 Overcoming Stereotypes and Embracing Identity27:39 Rediscovering Brazilian Roots32:49 Embracing Spirituality44:19 Impact of Brazilian Culture on Relationships48:28 Advice for Immigrants in Corporate America

About Priscila

Priscila Pires is a Senior Sourcing Director at Kendo Brands (Fenty Beauty, Fenty Skin, Fenty Hair), with a global career spanning L’Oréal , Huda Beauty, and Shiseido.

Follow us on social media

http://instagram.com/theadultstableshow

https://www.tiktok.com/@thefernandarodrigues2