The Courage of our Transgender Community and Allies

Room At The Table

In this episode of Room at the Table, Betsy Cerulo talks with Ashley Brundage, a leadership and empowerment expert, and Anne Stoner, a mother of a trans daughter and an HR consultant at AdNet/AccountNet. They discuss the journey of the transgender community, leadership, love, and support, and emphasize the importance of acceptance, understanding, and open conversations to create a more inclusive society. They also address how empowerment leads to positive business outcomes, urging people to focus on the benefits of diversity and inclusion.

Anne Stoner is a passionate advocate for inclusivity and allyship, particularly in the LGBTQ+ community. She is a Human Resource Consultant at AdNet/AccountNet and a former board member of PFLAG in Carroll County, Maryland. Anne brings her fierce commitment to creating positive work cultures and supporting marginalized individuals. She firmly believes in the power of education and empathy to foster a more inclusive society and is dedicated to being a resource for others navigating similar journeys.

Ashley Brundage is a dynamic leadership and empowerment expert, renowned speaker, and author. She started her professional journey at PNC Bank in 2011, steadily rising through the ranks to become the Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion. As a transgender woman, she has overcome significant challenges, including homelessness, to carve her own path and advocate for empowerment and understanding. Her book, Empowering Differences, offers invaluable insights and tools for fostering inclusive corporate cultures.

Ashley's expertise and passion for education have led her to create the Voyage of Empowerment Conference, an empowering platform that brings together individuals from all walks of life to embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth. Her thought-provoking speeches and workshops have earned her accolades as an award-winning speaker and sought-after authority on diversity, inclusion, and empowerment.