On this episode of Groundbreakers, Wendy Mann, CEO of CREW Network, proves that she is a storyteller extraordinaire as she takes us from her rural PA upbringing to Washington D.C. - leading an inspirational charge for women in commercial real estate.

Wendy is driven by curiosity. It is the force that has catapulted her career and guided her interests. With DEIB embedded in the fiber of CREW, Wendy promotes a place and space where women can be their authentic selves - without judgement. A place where differences are not only embraced, but celebrated. A place of belonging.

From the surprising influence of Harlequin romance to passionate leader to bad dancer, Wendy is an open-book. And now we're on the edge of our seats waiting for her to write her own.

On this episode of Groundbreakers, we connect with Rob Newson, Vice President of Strategy and Vision for the Philadelphia 76ers and 30-year Navy SEAL Veteran - as well as Chely's hometown buddy.

No matter the line of work or industry, Rob's career has been focused on helping others and driving diversity and inclusion. With a passion for inspiring collaboration and action, Rob aims to shape conversations of meaning, ensuring every voice is heard.

Rob is not one to take the path of least resistance. He fights for what he believes in - in whatever capacity that might mean.

On this episode of Groundbreakers, Anna Isaacson, Senior Vice President of Social Responsibility at the NFL, shares how her Brooklyn roots and family traditions guided her to America's most popular sport.

With a true desire to make a difference, Anna has boldly and strategically led the NFL through various initiatives, crises, and learning curves. She guides her teams and community with perseverance and empathy, ensuring real change is being made and that it continues even after the dark days subside.

Anna is as authentic as they come. Steady, hardworking, courageous - human first.