Rise to the Top

Anita Sehgal on the Power of Mentorship

In this special episode of Rise to the Top, we celebrate International Women's Day with Anita Sehgal, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Communications for the Houston Astros. With over 30 years of experience in strategic marketing, Anita has shaped major brands like Academy Sports and Outdoors and Best Buy before joining the Astros in 2013. Anita discusses her journey from retail to sports, the impact of mentorship, and the Astros' incredible turnaround, offering valuable insights on leadership and the power of staying curious.

Janette Marx on Advancing Your Career

In this episode of Rise to the Top, Janette Marx, CEO of Airswift, shares key strategies for advancing your career, including succession planning and how leveraging volunteer work within your organization can help you grow, connect, and stand out

How Self-Limitations and Inclusion Shape Success

For over 25 years, Margaret Cooper has been a pivotal leader in public affairs within the energy sector. Today, she oversees Chevron’s stakeholder engagement efforts across North and Latin America. In this Rise to the Top episode, Margaret discusses overcoming self-imposed limits, navigating motherhood while growing a career, and the power of inclusion.

Ep 16: Aundrea Young, Competitive Choice

In this episode of the Greater Houston Partnership's Rise to the Top podcast, we speak with Aundrea Young, President and Chief Executive Officer of Competitive Choice.  Host and Partnership Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Katie Pryor talks with Aundrea about how cultivating relationships has been central to her resilience and leadership style.  Launched in 2021, the Greater Houston Partnership's Rise to the Top podcast aims to amplify the insight of accomplished female leaders in the Houston region.

Ep 15: Gretchen Sheirr, Houston Rockets

In this episode of the Greater Houston Partnership's Rise to the Top podcast, we're speaking with Gretchen Sheirr, President of Business Operations of the Houston Rockets. She runs the day-to-day business operations of Houston’s beloved team. Host and Partnership Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Katie Pryor talks with Gretchen about her career journey and how athletics shaped her leadership. Launched in 2021, the Greater Houston Partnership's Rise to the Top podcast aims to amplify the insight of accomplished female leaders in the Houston region.