My mother always told me: “If you don’t share what you’ve learned, you’ll never be able to move on and grow.”

That simple lesson became a guiding principle for Carla Michelotti, former Executive Vice President and Chief Legal, Government & Corporate Affairs Officer at Leo Burnett Worldwide, one of the most iconic advertising agencies on the planet. In this episode of From Dawn to Dusk, Carla shares how teaching others and letting go became keys to her extraordinary success—and to a graceful transition in later years. Discover how this pioneering trailblazer for women in corporate law broke barriers, took bold risks, and earned a surprising nickname along the way—find out why they called her “Fred” — all in Episode 8 of From Dawn to Dusk.

When John Langan first joined Barclay Damon, the firm was staring down a crisis with no promise it would survive. Instead of walking away, Langan rolled up his sleeves, rallied with his peers, and pursued a bold business development strategy other firms wouldn’t touch. The results speak for themselves. Today, Barclay Damon thrives with offices in Syracuse, Manhattan, and Washington, D.C., powered by a culture of belonging where every employee matters. In this episode of From Dawn to Dusk, hear how Langan took a crisis and forged a legacy—and why he’s more enthusiastic than ever about the firm’s future.