Climbing the Corporate Ladder While Staying True to Torah Values- with Rena Nickerson

Inspired to Lead

In this episode of 'Inspired to Lead,' host Talia Mashiach speaks with Rena Nickerson, General Manager at Quaker Canada, a division of PepsiCo. They discuss Rena's journey from Manhattan to her successful career in business leadership, overcoming challenges and shedding light on her experiences at Heinz, Colgate Palmolive, and SodaStream. Rena offers insights into her leadership style, balancing a corporate career with family life, the importance of mentorship, and the unique challenges and rewards of being a Jewish woman in the corporate world. Listeners also gain valuable advice on self-belief, dealing with potential failure, and striving for professional and personal excellence. 00:00 Introduction to Inspire to Lead 01:40 Meet Rena Nickerson: A Journey in Business Leadership 02:20 From Manhattan to Toronto: Rena's Personal Background 03:00 Early Career and First Job at Heinz 06:31 Challenges and Lessons at Heinz 09:13 Transition to Colgate and Career Growth 14:25 Balancing Family and Career 17:29 Leadership Philosophy and Practices 20:26 Empowering Leadership and Openness 21:29 The Impact of COVID on Leadership Styles 21:52 Creating a Culture of Diversity and Development 23:00 Discovering Your Superpower 25:05 The Importance of Mentors 29:36 Building a Successful Team at SodaStream 32:46 Balancing Religious Observance in the Corporate World 36:43 Advice for the Younger Generation 39:12 Final Thoughts and Gratitude Powered By Roth & Co The JWE For guest suggestions, please email Talia: [email protected]