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PODCAST: Celebrating women

Credit union leader reflects on the women who have shaped her life.

March 8, 2024

During March, people celebrate Women’s History Month, reflecting on the courage of women from past generations and celebrating how their efforts molded women into who they are today.

In this episode, Melanie Kennedy, president/CEO at Southwest Financial Federal Credit Union in Farmers Branch, Texas, talks about Women’s History Month, women who have inspired her, her role as a leader, advice for the next generation of leaders, and more.

Listen to the full episode on Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify, or YouTube.

 In this episode:

1:44: Being a leader

3:11: Defining her leadership style

4:06: Reflecting on Women’s History Month

6:04: Inspiring women

8:24: A network for guidance

11:54: Advice for the next generation of female leaders