The Power of Firsts

Marlene Johnson always knew she had a book in her, but it took a pandemic and a friend’s nudge to finally bring her story to life. And what a story it is! From launching her own advertising and PR firm to co-founding NAWBO Minnesota—the first chapter outside of the original NAWBO organization in Washington, DC—Marlene has been a powerful force for change. She shattered glass ceilings as Minnesota’s first woman lieutenant governor and later took on a leadership role in the nonprofit world. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation with a true trailblazer! Discover Marlene’s memoir Rise to the Challenge: A Memoir of Politics, Leadership and Love here. To learn more about NAWBO, visit: https://nawbo.org/