Speak Up by AvalonBay Podcast

The Hidden Effects of Anxiety

In this episode, we are joined by two AvalonBay associates; Jennie Rivera (Senior Director, Human Resources), Sophia Del Bianco (Sales and Service Supervisor), and a very special guest,  Cindy Persico, the Regional Vice President for EAP and Work/Life Services for Health Advocate. Cindy is a member of the EAP Leadership Team and a key contributor to delivering continued first-class clinical services. Cindy has a Masters of Health Science in Counseling and specializes in the development and growth of high-quality employee assistance programs (EAP). She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Certified Employee Assistance Professional and has been involved in all areas of EAP management including training, evaluation of program effectiveness, and program integrity.

They discuss the hidden effects of Anxiety; how to recognize it, and tools to help manage it.

Creating Your Own Career Path

In Episode 9 of the WLN Speak Up Podcast, we are joined by four AvalonBay associates; Liz Smith (SVP, Asset Management), Susie Maglich (Sr. Dir, Design), Parks Underdown (Program Manager, Maintenance), and Angela Keckler (Director, Ancillary Services), as they discuss “Creating Your Own Career Path.”  

During this episode they share their own stories and offer valuable advice to those thinking about their next step (which isn’t always along a clearly defined path).

Microaggressions & the Workplace

In Episode 8 of the WLN Speak Up Podcast, we are  joined by Erika Saldivar (Dir, Special Projects), Sarah Tullo (Sales Manager), Chawn Jackson (Sr. Dir, Talent Acquisition), Lauryn King (Sr. Auditor), and Gauri Paydenkar (Dir, Pricing & Revenue Mgmt), as they discuss “Microaggressions & The Workplace.”   

During this episode, they not only demystify the meaning of “microaggression,” but also share their personal experiences and lessons learned around this important topic.

Bringing Your Whole Self to Work

In Episode 7 of the WLN Speak Up Podcast, we are joined by Cassandra McFadden (Director, Energy Mgmt) and Christine Coutts (Community Consultant) as they discuss what it means to “Bring Your Whole Self to Work.” 

If you are interested in beginning your journey toward being more authentic, vulnerable and, seen for who you truly are, don’t miss this episode!

Navigating Work and Home as a Single Parent.

In this episode, we are joined by a group of AvalonBay associates; Jennifer Cooper (Project Manager), Denise Evans (Regional Operations Manager), Josh Spalasso (Health & Safety Director), Gina Roberts (Portfolio Operations Director), and David Ridlehuber (Superintendent II), who share their experiences managing work and home as single parents.  Their stories of selflessness and perseverance inspire us to reach for success and Speak Up for what we need.

2021 Keep Doing List.

Throughout 2020, we heard from AvalonBay associates who were discovering or rediscovering things that brought value and meaning to their lives – things they want to keep doing.  

In Episode 5 of the WLN Speak Up Podcast, we are joined by Jackie Todesco (SVP, Asset Mgmt), Joby Doffek (VP Operations Svcs & Support) & Jennie Rivera (Sr. Dir, Human Resources) who count down the top 6 things that our AvalonBay Women's Leadership Network (WLN) members started doing last year that they want to continue into the future.

Finding Calm in Turbulent Times.

These are challenging times for so many of us and that’s why taking care of ourselves is more important than ever.

In this episode, we are joined by three AvalonBay associates who share their journey into mindfulness techniques and how they can help us all to move forward and stay calm in difficult times.  Their inspirational stories encourage us to slow down, take a breath, and try something new.

 

Working Moms.  

In this episode, Jackie Todesco, Senior Vice President of Redevelopment and Asset Management at AvalonBay, interviews four AvalonBay mothers, all in different stages of motherhood (toddler to teen).

These mothers share their experiences and advice on having successful careers and being great moms.

Failing Fast.

Debbie Coombs, Senior Vice President of Property Operations at AvalonBay, and Katie Nyberg, Director of Redevelopment and Asset Management at AvalonBay, discuss  "Failing Fast", a concept explored in the book The Confidence Code by Katty Kay and Claire Shipman.

The Only Woman in the Room. 

Cathy White talks with Kathy Romeo Nunez about her experiences as a Maintenance Supervisor in a male dominated role.