Melting Pot's Ana Malmqvist on establishing her
presence, why to never tell her she can't, and the value of just going for it.
I've had the opportunity to connect with and learn from executives of major brands at MediaPost's
Insider Summits. In the process I've discovered some truly impressive women -- not only for the work they do, but their stories behind the scenes. With
Brand Insider: BTS, I get to pull
back the curtain on some of the most influential women marketers as they talk about their path to success: the twists and turns, obstacles, inspirations and the valuable lessons learned along the
way.
What happens when you stop waiting for permission to lead? Ana Malmqvist learned early on that when you see a gap, fill it— what's the worst thing that can
happen? For Melting Pot’s Chief Brand Officer, it’s not just about stepping up, it’s about owning your voice, your value, and your impact. In this episode of Brand Insider: BTS, Ana
opens up with MediaPost’s Lisa Singer about what it really means to raise your hand, and why leadership is an essential skill, something you shouldn’t, especially as a woman, be hesitant
about. From her mother’s trailblazing journey as a Cuban immigrant and one of the only women in her med school class, to Ana’s own rise through corporate leadership, she shares how
perseverance, presence, and a deep belief in possibility shaped her path. Ana also talks about owning your seat at the table, the responsibility she feels to carry her mother’s legacy forward,
and why she's doing what she’s doing in the hope the future holds more minority women in leadership, a torch she wants her daughters to carry as well. Watch the full conversation in the video
above!
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