THEY'VE WALKED THE PATH. NOW THEY'RE HOLDING THE DOOR OPEN.
Since 1970, INROADS has been a place where women find their footing, build confidence, and grow into leaders.
This Women's History Month, our women leaders are turning their experience into guidance for the leaders coming next.
“Don’t be afraid to set big goals that frighten you. I used to be terrified of public speaking, but now I speak to thousands LIVE every day.”
LISA GONZALEZAnchor/Journalist/Reporter Hearst
INROADS Alumna 1997
Lisa Gonzales is an anchor and reporter with Hearst, currently anchoring at KCRA 3 News in her hometown of Sacramento. A graduate of UC Berkeley and the first in her family to earn a college degree, she began her journey with INROADS as a freshman, interning for three summers with Procter & Gamble before moving into broadcast journalism. Over more than 20 years in news, she has earned 14 Emmy Awards and multiple Edward R. Murrow Awards for investigative reporting, breaking news, and anchoring.
"Tap into their natural gifts and talents that make them a unique leader. Do not shy away from them. Although some might be different than what many might consider a traditional male perspective on leadership, they can be your cutting edge that builds loyalty and impacts your goals and bottom line in alternate ways.”
ANDREA NIKKI GASKIN-CAPEHARTPresident and CEO of Pinellas County Urban
INROADS Alumna 1995
Andrea Nikki Gaskin-Capehart is President and CEO of the Pinellas County Urban League, where she leads efforts to advance economic empowerment and community leadership. A graduate of Florida A&M University and the University of South Florida, she began her professional journey with INROADS, interning at Barnett Bank in roles spanning from branch operations to commercial lending. The mission she learned as an intern—to develop and place talented minority youth in business and industry and prepare them for leadership—has shaped her career ever since. Today, she leads with that same focus: preparing the next generation to step into corporate and community leadership roles.
“Your timeline is yours alone. Don't let society's expectations make you feel behind when your path looks different from others. Every detour in your journey is preparation for something greater, even when you can't see it in the moment. Start before you feel ready. Don't wait until everything is perfect to pursue your goals. Preparation matters, but perfection is the enemy of progress. Think beyond personal achievement to generational impact and remember that persistence always beats perfection.”
TAI MOULTRIEFounder and CFO at HTM Consulting LLC and G-FORCE Parking Lot Striping of Seattle
INROADS Alumna 2000
Tai Moultrie, CPA, MBA, is the Founder and CFO of HTM Consulting LLC and co-owner of G-FORCE Parking Lot Striping of Seattle. After 25 years in corporate accounting, she launched her own practice in 2023, building a business rooted in strategy, service, and long-term vision. Her path wasn’t linear—she became a mother during her freshman year of college, later graduating from the University of North Florida while raising two young sons. An INROADS intern with Landstar early in her career, she credits the program’s professional foundation and mentorship model for shaping her leadership. Today, she balances entrepreneurship, community leadership, and family—building not just businesses, but a legacy.
“You deserve to be in the room—your voice and perspective add value. Don’t wait for permission to speak, lead, or take up space. Never tie your identity solely to a company or title. Invest in your skills, your reputation, and your personal brand so your value travels with you. Most importantly, keep growing. Say yes to opportunities that stretch you, trust your instincts, and continue evolving into the next version of yourself.”
WANDIE TOLEDORecruiting Solutions & Outreach Manager at PNC Bank
INROADS Alumna 1997
Wandi Toledo is Vice President of Recruiting Solutions and Talent Outreach at PNC Bank, where she leads initiatives focused on expanding access to opportunity and connecting diverse talent to meaningful careers. A graduate of Bentley University, Wandie began her professional journey as an INROADS intern with IBM and MassMutual—experiences that broadened her sense of what was possible and strengthened her confidence in competitive spaces. As a first-generation, independent college student, she credits mentorship and professional development with shaping her leadership. For more than a decade, her work has centered on opening doors for others, a mission she continues to carry forward in every role she takes on.
“Walk into INROADS knowing you belong. Ask questions, seek feedback, and don’t shrink yourself to fit the room. The experience is designed to stretch you—and that stretch is where your confidence and voice are built.”
TAMEKA MCBRIDESenior Vice President of Sales, Strategic Grocery PepsiCo
INROADS Alumna 2002
Tameka McBride is Senior Vice President of Sales, Strategic Grocery at PepsiCo, recently stepping into the role after years of leading at scale. A graduate of PennWest University (formerly Clarion University), she began her career as an INROADS intern with Second National Bank, gaining early experience across private banking, human resources, and branch operations. She credits INROADS with building the confidence and professional foundation that prepared her not just to enter corporate spaces, but to lead within them. Today, she brings that same presence and clarity to one of the largest consumer brands in the world.
“You do not need permission to lead and you do not need to fit a mold to be impactful. Your perspective is valuable because of where you come from, not in spite of it. Be bold about your goals, disciplined about your craft, and generous with what you learn along the way. And when you make it through the door, hold it open.”
MARTINA RODRIGUEZDirector, Customer Strategy & Personalization
at Bath and Body Works
INROADS Alumna 2007
Martina Rodriguez is Director of Customer Strategy & Personalization at Bath & Body Works, where she leads initiatives that drive customer-led growth and smarter enterprise decision-making. A graduate of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and an MBA alum of Northwestern University, she began her professional journey as an INROADS intern with Liberty Mutual. Throughout her career across companies including PepsiCo, Walgreens, Kellogg, and Tropicana Brands Group, she has built tools and strategies that reduce inefficiencies, expand reach, and drive measurable growth. She credits INROADS with giving her early exposure to leadership and the confidence to navigate corporate spaces with intention.
Don’t be afraid to own your power. You already have what you need to make an impact. The real magic happens when you trust yourself enough to claim it bravely and boldly
HADY MENDEZFounder & CEO of Boldly SpeakingAward-winning Author of Calladita No More
INROADS Alumna 1989
Hady Méndez is Founder and CEO of Boldly Speaking and author of the best selling memoir Calladita No More : My Latina Journey and the Lessons that Shaped Me. A graduate of Manhattan College, she began her professional path as an INROADS intern with Prudential Realty Group. She credits the program with giving her early exposure to corporate expectations and the confidence to navigate professional spaces with clarity and presence. Proud of her Puerto Rican heritage, Hady now uses her voice and lived experience to open doors, uplift emerging leaders, and encourage others to step forward without shrinking who they are.