HERStory: Cathy

GLOBAL MARKETING MANAGER, SUSTAINABILITY SUPPORTER, SOCIAL INVESTOR

Occupation: "Global Marketing Manager in the financial services industry ”

Her current focus is on sustainable and social investing. Investing with purpose.

Tell me a little about your business: 

"My job is currently focused on building awareness around sustainable and social investing. Investing with purpose. "

What is your business/work or personal philosophy?

"I often refer back to Abby Wambach's keynote address to the class on 2018 at Barnard's 126th commencement where she offered four rules for success: Make failure your fuel. Lead from the bench. Champion each other. Demand the ball. "

What makes you feel like a powerful woman?

"Being able to complete my MBA while working full time, raising my infant daughter and giving birth to my second made me feel like I could do it all. While it wouldn't have been possible without support from my "wolf pack" made up of family, friends and colleagues, it makes me feel powerful to know I can have it all."

Fill in the blank: I want my clothes to make me feel _______________.

"I love to feel strong, confident and empowered in my clothes. I need my wardrobe to be versatile and comfortable and to be able to take me from the office to a parent teacher meeting and out to an event with little fuss."

Who are your top badass female role models?

"Abby Wambach has always been a role model for me. The two-time olympic gold medalist hasn't always had it easy in her career but through all of the challenges she faced, she has managed to overcome her personal hurdles with grace and strength. "

What is your favorite tux couture piece and why? 

"Taylor Pant; As a woman who is 5'10" it’s difficult to find pants long enough and still wear heels. ”