Have you ever felt the need to hide parts of your personal life to protect your professional image? Heather Spilsbury has — and she’s not alone. During a pivotal career transition and worried that the perception of motherhood might impact how colleagues viewed her commitment, the then new mom made the difficult decision to keep her baby a secret at work. Now CEO of 50/50 Women on Boards, Heather speaks candidly to me about the balancing act so many women face between ambition and identity. In this episode of Brand Insider: BTS, she opens up about her Salvadoran roots and her parents’ unwavering mantra to “keep moving forward,” a belief she continues to live by today. She also talks about how the pandemic inspired her to pursue a more mission-driven role, the power of diverse perspectives, and why elevating women into boardrooms isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s a business imperative. Watch the full conversation above!