Elevating Women In Sports With LEARFIELD’s Kim Damron & Paciolan’s Deana Barnes

Summary

• - These are new titles and new roles for both of you - what do these changes mean for Paciolan and LEARFIELD but also for women in sports and women seeking the highest roles in their organizations?
• - Deana, you've been part of Paciolan since 2003 - what does this move mean to you?
• - How do you champion innovation while remaining true to the culture and strong history at brands like Paciolan and LEARFIELD?
• - How do you innovate yourselves as leaders while remaining authentic to who you are?
• - 71% of Paciolan employees are female and/or minorities. Are there any specific strategies we can tap into to expand the talent pipeline in an effective way?
• - Deana, when did you meet Kim during your time together at Paciolan? Kim, what did you see in Deana that made you want to take her under your wing?
• - Kim, what was that connection from your perspective?
• - How do you give or take critical feedback and then go back to being friends both in and outside the office?
• - How do you develop trust in your team, that they'll get the work done to the standard you expect?
• - Deana, what advice would you give a young professional about the value of networking and building relationships?
• - What's the right balance of expectations and obligations between mentors and mentees to truly have an effective relationship?
• - How do you navigate peer relationships while climbing the ladder?
• - How have you had to navigate prejudices against moms in the workplace?
• - If you don't work in a family-friendly environment, what are some small changes you can ask for or implement to make it a healthier situation?
• - What are some ways you've integrated your children into your work?