First-Generation → Law → Motherhood → General Counsel, Goodwill of North Georgia: Mariangela Corales

This episode features Mariangela Corales, General Counsel of Goodwill of North Georgia, and a proud Latina leader whose journey reflects ambition, resilience, and cultural pride.

As the daughter of Cuban immigrant parents, Mariangela carries a deep sense of responsibility and gratitude into her work. We discuss what it means to be a Latina executive in corporate law and nonprofit leadership, often navigating rooms where you are the first or one of the only. Her story highlights the intersection of identity, leadership, and career growth, and how cultural heritage shapes confidence, drive, and purpose.

This conversation explores career transitions, imposter syndrome, and how to design your own path without sacrificing your values. Mariangela shares how she learned to trust herself, find evidence of her wins, and redefine what “having it all” means as a woman in leadership. Rather than choosing between ambition and family, career and culture, she demonstrates how alignment across seasons creates sustainable success.

We also talk about purpose-driven work, giving back to the community, and how leadership in the nonprofit sector can create meaningful impact beyond titles. This episode is for anyone navigating leadership development, cultural identity, career advancement, or the pressure to succeed while staying true to who you are.