WIPN February 2023 Member Spotlight

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Participant Education Consultant at OneDigital

WIPN DE&I Committee


The biggest impact WIPN has made for me is the wealth of resources and connections. At any given time, I can learn more about industry trends and topics. I also find value in the local social activities.


I was initially invited to join a meeting by Rosalyn Brown, whom I was introduced to by my Sr. VP Jania Stout. I was thoroughly impressed by the work the group was doing - specifically the annual DE&I Conference. I knew I had to get involved to help push the initiative forward.


I found and fell in love with the retirement industry purely by accident back in 1998. It was then I realized that average, everyday people could become millionaires - a concept that previously seemed reserved for the "rich." It's important for me to be able to break those stereotypes and make retirement investing more accessible, easier to understand, and to pass this along to others.


Prior to WIPN I did not know the value of either. Being surrounded by so many knowledgeable, industry leaders has influenced me to seek guidance and support externally.


I hope to see more women in leadership roles and in positions of collaboration and mentorship with other minorities.

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Associate Marketing Manager at John Hancock

WIPN DE&I Committee


Marian Wright famously said, “you can’t be what you can’t see,” and I couldn’t agree more. WIPN has allowed me to be a part of a network of diverse women whom I respect and admire. I feel so grateful to be able to learn from them and feel so inspired by what they have been able to accomplish.


I’ve experienced firsthand the importance that DEI efforts have. I know that if people can see themselves being represented in the real world, it opens doors for so many opportunities and paves the way for a far more diverse and inclusive world.


No matter what stage you’re in your career or life, you can always be a role model. I strive to always be an advocate for my community, hopefully giving confidence to others to pursue professional goals. It’s difficult to strive for those positions when you don’t see people that share your same identity or experiences.




Director, Defined Contribution Consultant at BlackRock

WIPN Texas Co-chair


WIPN has been a wonderful community to me throughout my career. When I think about the network within the group it is filled with such motivating, helpful and successful women. Having an instant connection with so many people has opened doors over the years. We are able to brainstorm business needs, personal questions and develop friendships that go beyond work.


Organizing and gathering people is in my blood I think! And serving others as well. I know firsthand that this group, the events, the networking opportunities only happen from volunteers time and energy. I had the chance to lend my efforts to this great group and felt a calling to do so!


LOL. Time goes by quickly my friends! It's funny to think that I have amassed a fair amount of knowledge through a couple of decades in this business. I think it’s critical to share that knowledge with others – because it only helps all of us. Why make the next generation learn the same lessons we had to? Shorten that learning curve! Make room for new ideas and energy. That’s the most motivating part!