🎙 Episode 88: Leading with Purpose – Environmental Advocacy & Female Leadership with Cherisse Braithwaite-Joseph

In this powerful episode of Getting to the Top!, host Racquel Moses sits down with Cherisse Braithwaite-Joseph, CEO of The Cropper Foundation and a lifelong advocate for sustainability and social equity. With a master’s degree in environmental management and deep roots in community-based action, Cherisse shares her journey from aspiring chef and teacher to environmental leader and changemaker.

Together, Racquel and Cherisse dive into:

The path from environmental science to policy and impact

How early career experiences shaped a lifelong commitment to sustainability

The role of women in leadership and the workplace challenges they face

Why community activism matters in environmental justice

How women can lead authentically while breaking traditional molds

This episode is a must-listen for leaders, advocates, and anyone passionate about climate justice, gender equity, and purpose-driven work.

🎧 Tune in now to be inspired by Cherisse’s journey and the power of women leading boldly in sustainability.

In this inspiring episode of Getting to the Top!, I sit down with Stacy Smith-Henderson, a seasoned leader with over 20 years of experience in telecommunications and technology. From her early days at Board Communications to her current leadership role, Stacy shares the lessons that have shaped her journey—emphasizing self-awareness, teamwork, and the courage to learn from mistakes.

Tune in to hear Stacy’s take on:

-Navigating rapid career growth through curiosity and collaboration

-The importance of written communication and hybrid work flexibility

-Building strong teams through diverse perspectives and emotional intelligence

-Why continuous learning and clear values are essential to modern leadership

Whether you're a rising professional or a seasoned executive, this conversation is filled with insights on leading with intention and adapting in a fast-changing world.

🎧 Listen now and get ready to level up your leadership game!

What does it take to reimagine the way we live, build, and lead in the face of climate change?

In this episode, I sit down with Sarah El Battouty, a globally recognized architect, green entrepreneur, and climate policy powerhouse, who has spent over two decades reshaping sustainable development in the MENA region and beyond. From advising the Egyptian President, to building the first Carbon Neutral Village in the MENA region, and being a UNFCCC Global Ambassador, Sarah is redefining what’s possible when passion meets purpose.

We explore:

• ​ Her journey as a disruptive force in sustainable architecture
• ​ The creation of Egypt’s leading green building consultancy, ECOnsult
• ​ Groundbreaking work in climate-resilient housing and policy advocacy
• ​ Her bold ventures in upcycling and green entrepreneurship

If you’re looking for a dose of inspiration, climate innovation, and real talk on creating impact at scale, you can’t miss this.

Listen now to Episode 86 of Getting to the Top!

Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and wherever you get your podcasts!