Her Story
About Madeline
I've been a program specialist with Mecklenburg County for 4 years, after 6 total years with the county. I came from frontline roles in nonprofits as a housing coordinator and case coordinator. This experience helps me innovate processes and lead a mentorship program to develop staff leadership skills from within the organization.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Madeline
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to going through everyday struggles as a single mom, not going to college straight out of high school, and overcoming obstacles and changes in life, which kept me driving to want to do more and be more.
02What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would tell them to keep going. Nothing is too hard. Even when the stakes are against you, you just keep going, you keep pushing. You'll get to the end of the road.
03What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest challenge is not being looked at for promotions. People get to a certain level and stay there because there's nowhere else to go.
04What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Integrity, self-worth, and accountability are most important to me.
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