Work Friends

Her work was intended to exist behind closed doors, and yet by breaking with convention—through her bestselling books, "Where Should We Begin?" podcast, and card game by the same name—she's become one of the most prominent voices in mental health.

She founded Frida to be the ultimate toolkit for meeting the most mundane, and unpleasant, moments of motherhood. And her success all began with a snotsucker.

Diageo North America may be her first foray into the spirits industry, but food and beverage has always been more of a lifelong passion.

Her journey from law school to legal scholar to co-host of the Crooked Media podcast "Strict Scrutiny" has been led by authenticity—even when she didn’t expect it.

The two-time FIFA Women’s World Cup champion and former NJ/NY Gotham FC defender/team captain has entered an entirely new chapter in the past year—one that could easily feel upending: retirement.

The celebrated journalist building a community to empower people with information—not sensationalism.

Inside a 25-year career of highlighting sports’ impact on culture and politics, and uplifting marginalized voices in the process.

Meet the Vogue editor who won't be satisfied by the status quo.

How one of Hollywood's biggest hairstylists is living her dream as an entrepreneur.

This rising-star chemist is ready to take on big pharma.

As SNL prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary, this power producer celebrates 10 years working behind the scenes at the iconic TV show.

Meet the youngest woman running a multibillion-dollar company and changing access to mental health care.

The former Editor-in-Chief of Teen Vogue tells us how parenthood is the inspiration for her newest venture that combines her skills of storytelling and advocacy.

In her debut book, Closer Together: Knowing Ourselves, Loving Each Other, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau provides an intimate look at the events that have shaped her life—for better or worse. 

From an early age, Anjali Sud understood that good business was more than a title, paycheck, or prestige—it was about impact.

As the Editor-at-Large of The 19th*, Errin Haines' work is essentially a first draft of modern history, specifically from the POV of those whose narratives have often been left out.

Liz Hart’s 20-year career spans four presidential campaigns, three Democratic Conventions, and producing events that have shaped culture.

Inside a distinguished career spanning nearly 40 years and two CEO terms.

Inside the incredible past, present, and future career of our—but kind of everyone’s—Work Friend, Katie Couric.

By 28 years old, Malika Andrews became the youngest-ever sideline broadcast reporter, the youngest person to host the NBA Finals Trophy ceremony, and the first woman to host the NBA Draft on ESPN. She's just getting started.

Her work is an ongoing legacy of championing those who are most vulnerable in society—older adults, children, people with disabilities—and those who care for them.

As the Executive Producer of Shondaland, Betsy Beers' work is the stuff of modern television history.

Meet the costume designer who's not only on the pulse of what’s current in fashion, but whose work has helped shape fashion and pop culture history.

Anu Duggal's Female Founders Fund has not only become one of the largest seed funds for women, but it’s fostered an ambitious community, too.

Kara Swisher is one of the world’s most prominent voices in journalism, covering the internet since the dial-up tone was still a ‘90s novelty.

As the co-founder and CEO of Loom, Erica Chidi raised $3 million for her sexual and reproductive health company, notably making her the 35th Black female founder to have ever raised over $1 million. 

When you read Kate Baer’s poems, it’s hard not to nod along in agreement and laugh with the author who’s perhaps no better equipped at navigating life, but profoundly skilled at putting it into words.

Following a 17-year career as a professional basketball player, Allison Feaster is Vice President for Celtics, supporting the iconic organization and its players in multiple ways.

Ana Pinczuk is fresh to her recently appointed role as COO of Dexterity, a robotics software company, but her 30+ year career track record speaks volumes.

Armchair Expert co-host Monica Padman’s success is a testament to her ability to listen to and connect with anyone in her orbit and reciprocate by opening up—it's not unlike the qualities of a very good friend.

Lindsay Colas thrives in her behind-the-scenes role as the executive vice president for Talent and The Collective at Wasserman, but her work and impact deserves headlines all the same.

As social media has democratized fashion, beauty, and culture, Rajni Jacques’s latest role as the Global Head of Fashion and Beauty at Snapchat is connecting those with shared interests across the globe.

Nsé Ufot is not interested in running for office, but she has led the efforts to register over 550,000 Georgians to vote and helped usher in a new era of politics in the Deep South.

Laura Brown—a fashion media powerhouse with over 20 years of experience—is currently plotting the next chapter of her career, including a new media company with her at the helm.

As the 15-year Chief of Staff to Michelle Obama, Winter makes. things. run. And often on a profound scale.

For 12 years, Joanna Coles was at the top of the masthead of some of the most iconic magazines—Cosmopolitan and Marie Claire, specifically—but since leaving Hearst as Global Chief Content Officer in 2018, she’s embarked on, arguably, her most exciting career chapter yet.

Like her schedule of meetings, memos, and appearances on MSNBC, Stephanie Young’s work to increase voter participation is seemingly never-ending.

Scout Bassett says some may try to write her off but she remains unfazed and proves them wrong.

In many jobs “keeping the lights on” might suggest the kind of work that often goes unnoticed or uncelebrated. But for Page Crahan, it takes on a new meaning when the lights are quite literally those that flow from power grids the world over.

Activist, educator, writer, and podcaster, Brittany—BPC, if you’re friendly—is coincidentally also learning to practice the art of rest. She may be overcommitted, but she knows what she’s capable of and  “leverages” (stop saying it, stop saying it) every ounce of it for good.

Swap your career with anyone in the world? Michelle says thanks but no, this one is my dream. She spends her days helping artists achieve their artistic dreams, but is not here for your over-use of acronyms.

Michigan-born, Washington-educated, and world-travelled, Huma is a multi-lingual, many-faceted force to be reckoned with. Equally notable: she’s a self-identified lucky mom and devourer of french fries & ice cream.

When you cut your teeth as a juice barista at a vegan restaurant in New York's Lower East Side, the world is your oyster. Sure, Aya Kanai’s made a career leading creative and editorial teams—but don’t underestimate her tap dancing and 200-yard individual medley pedigree.