The After-Effects of Breast Cancer
byMany cancer survivors say the disease doesn’t end with treatment, as they mourn the loss of their former lives and may continue to experience side effects.
LOCAL WOMEN
Mai Zong Vue’s Journey from Refugee to Advocate
byMai Zong Vue’s tireless advocacy work over the last three decades has built a support network
for Hmong people living in Wisconsin.
Portraits of Child Loss
byThe loss of a child isn’t often talked about, and it’s the hardest thing a parent can go through. Four courageous women share their own stories of loss, and how they’ve been able to honor their child’s memory — and even find hope afterward.
Secrets of Success
byBRAVA talked to eight area women who work in different industries to find out their top career advice — and what takeaways they can share with us on how to continue to find fulfillment in our work.
How to Recognize Your Strengths
byOne of Megan Watt’s main sources of success isn’t a secret at all — she plays to her strengths, and one of those is teaching others how to play to theirs.
How to Find Purpose in Your Work
byMolly Moran always knew that she wanted to own a business, and after years of working in the restaurant and wine industries, she opened Table Wine in 2015.
How to Achieve Work-Life Balance
byFor Tu Le, finding work-life balance was not always a priority. Now, it is essential for her because it means more valuable time with her children.
How to Establish Connections in the Community
byCamille Carter, president and CEO of the Madison Black Chamber of Commerce, is happy to see the growing momentum in supporting Black-owned businesses, and her overarching goal is to help them continue to thrive for years to come. And, “great businesses are not built in isolation,” says Carter, stressing the importance of connecting with essential community resources.
How to Make Your Way in a Male-Dominated Industry
byJeannie Cullen Schultz talks about the challenges she faces in the male-dominated world of construction management.
How to Handle Adversity on the Job
byBeyond the everyday challenges of running a small-hub airport, Kim Jones is also at the helm of an $85 million expansion and more.