People want to feel supported and safe at work – and inspired to innovate. What can people working at large corporations do to create this kind of environment? Saskia Mureau is the Director of Customer Digital at the Port of Rotterdam where she is harnessing digital systems to reduce emissions. She is passionate about creating inclusive workplaces where psychological safety and collaboration drive meaningful change. In this episode, Kamila sits down with Suchi to talk about why she chose to work at large corporations rather than startups. Saskia also reflects on her personal experiences, including navigating IVF while at work, and discusses how organizations can foster environments where employees feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work. Links: Saskia Mureau on Linkedin WHO infertility research BCG 2024 report on psychological safety in the workplace Suchi Srinivasan on LinkedIn Kamila Rakhimova on LinkedIn About In Her Ellement: In Her Ellement highlights the women and allies leading the charge in digital, business, and technology innovation. Through engaging conversations, the podcast explores their journeys—celebrating successes and acknowledging the balance between work and family. Most importantly, it asks: when was the moment you realized you hadn’t just arrived—you were truly in your element? About The Hosts: Suchi Srinivasan is an expert in AI and digital transformation. Originally from India, her career includes roles at trailblazing organizations like Bell Labs and Microsoft. In 2011, she co-founded the Cleanweb Hackathon, a global initiative driving IT-powered climate solutions with over 10,000 members across 25+ countries. She also advises Women in Cloud, aiming to create $1B in economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs by 2030. Kamila Rakhimova is a fintech leader whose journey took her from Tajikistan to the U.S., where she built a career on her own terms. Leveraging her English proficiency and international relations expertise, she discovered the power of microfinance and moved to the U.S., eventually leading Amazon's Alexa Fund to support underrepresented founders. Subscribe to In Her Ellement on your podcast app of choice to hear meaningful conversations with women in digital, business, and technology.…
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Mark Sessanta, CEO and founder of Stark Financial Group, joins PJ in this episode for a great conversation about how he got started in the business, mentorship, and obstacles and opportunities both past and present. Useful links from this episode: The Tenth Dot Stark Financial Group Stay Connected: PJ Shevlin: LinkedIn Mark Sessanta: LinkedIn Mark …
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Dave Porter from Baystate Financial joins us this week for some great conversation. With over 39 years of experience in the insurance industry, Dave is currently the owner and Managing Partner of Baystate Financial. Join us as Dave shares his business model as well as his insight on mentorship and areas of challenge and opportunity in the industry.…
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This week PJ introduces us to financial advisor and Detroit native, Clift Roach II. Clift shares the path he took to end up in the Financial Services industry and what he's doing today that distinguishes him from other advisors. Stay tuned for Clift's take on the biggest obstacles and opportunities he sees in the business today. Useful links from t…
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This week PJ invited CEO and founder of ProWealthOne, Mitchell Rubin, to discuss his entrepreneurial background, his insight into the current and future state of the financial service industry, and share advice for individuals just getting started in the business. Mitchell is best known for his skill in the design, development and skillful implemen…
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PJ hosts Greg McRoberts, Managing Partner of WestPoint Financial Group. Following both his father and his grandfather into the financial services business, Greg had a clear vision of the scale and scope of the firm he wanted to build. Relentless in pursuing his vision of a firm that is a leader in the marketplace, Greg has made it a priority to cre…
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In this week's episode, PJ has a conversation with Emmanuel Voumvourakis. Manny is a former portfolio manager, derivatives trader, and entrepreneur with around 20 years of experience in capital markets. Currently a Pitmaster, Manny has designed, constructed, and currently manages Smok-Haus, an award winning fast-casual BBQ restaurant in Garden City…
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The Tenth Dot managing partner and host PJ Shevlin speaks with Joe Mallee, who currently serves as CEO and General Agent for Mass Mutual Eastern PA. Joe tells us how he got started in the business, shares his thoughts on the future of the industry, and highlights some of the opportunities he's pursuing today. Useful links from this episode: The Ten…
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