Her Story
About Carol
Carol Roman serves as a Senior Project Manager at Transwestern in Atlanta, Georgia. With over 30 years in the field, she began her career at Home Depot, where she worked for 22 years in merchandising management before transitioning to JLL for 10 years as a project manager. In her current role, Carol manages tenant improvement and landlord-owned projects by reviewing leases, coordinating architects and designers, soliciting bids from general contractors and subcontractors, and ensuring projects meet agreed milestones and timelines. She earned her bachelor's degree in business from Capella University in 2011 after completing two years at Georgia State University, graduating magna cum laude with a 4.0 GPA, and subsequently obtained her MBA in marketing from Capella in 2013. Carol also holds an OSHA 10 certification. She attributes her success to her spiritual beliefs, which have provided her with skill sets and drive while keeping her grounded, and she emphasizes a strong work ethic rooted in honesty, integrity, focus, and dedication to every assignment. Carol volunteers at her church and enjoys interior designing for family and friends in her personal time.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Carol
01What do you attribute your success to?
My success comes from my spiritual beliefs. God has anointed me with certain skill sets and drive. Staying true to my spirituality has kept me grounded and focused, which is why I've excelled. I can see the light in others and celebrate their greatness without making myself feel smaller.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I received was from my former boss, a real estate director, who commended me for being consistent and always working hard to complete a task. She recognized my solid performance based on my efforts, and since she rarely gave accolades, it was very meaningful.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Younger generations aren't willing to work as hard and are quick to give up if things don't go their way. I tell them to stay diligent because it will pay off in the long run if you put forth the effort.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Opportunities involve being acknowledged and given the same opportunities as counterparts who do not look like me. Being a woman of color in a male-dominant field means constantly having to work extra hard, prove myself, dot my I's and cross my T's just to sit at the table.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
My work ethic is very important to me. I strive to be the best and do the best, with honesty and integrity. I stay focused and give every assignment my all, never slacking on anything.
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