Have you ever wondered why navigating disagreement at work can feel uniquely challenging, or how to turn difficult conversations into productive outcomes? Research indicates that women often feel less comfortable openly disagreeing or perceive greater professional risk when speaking up, highlighting conflict management as a crucial skill for every leader.
In this episode of the DaVita Power of Women (DaPOW) podcast, hosts Kathleen Waters, chief legal and public affairs officer, and Rebecca Griggs, group vice president, are joined by Mari-Liis Visnapuu, managing director in DaVita International, to unpack the dynamics of workplace conflict, the perception gap women leaders navigate and the mental load of unmanaged tension. Together, they share tactical advice and practical tools to help leaders triage high-stakes issues, master the power of silence, deliver direct feedback constructively and navigate competing priorities.
6 Jul 2026
Women in the Workplace Trends, Part Two: From Insight to Action
Now that we understand the data discussed in part one, the question becomes: So what? Knowing the trends is just the start—the real power is in how we respond to them.
In this second episode of our two-part series on McKinsey’s Women in the Workplace report, co-hosts Stephanie Hendrickson and Madhu Narasimhan welcome back McKinsey Partners Megan McConnell and Stephanie Sherline to pivot from insights to action. Together, they dive into the root causes behind the trends and offer tactical advice on how individuals and organizations can drive meaningful change.
What do you want to hear about in a future DaVita POW! episode? To share your thoughts and feedback about our podcast, click here or send a note to DaPOW@davita.com. This podcast is for everyone. Our hope is that there is something in here that inspires all leaders to champion purpose, connection & belonging, in particular with the women leaders that you work alongside.
9 Apr 2026
Women in the Workplace Trends, Part One: History & Key Findings
Have you ever wondered if your experiences in the workplace are unique to you, or part of a broader trend? For over a decade, McKinsey’s Women in the Workplace report has been the definitive source on the state of women in corporate America. Now, the 2025 findings are shifting the conversation entirely.
In this first episode of a special two-part series, co-hosts Stephanie Hendrickson, chief people officer, and Madhu Narasimhan, chief information officer, are joined by Partners at McKinsey Megan McConnell and Stephanie Sherline to break down the history and key insights of this year’s report. From the emerging "ambition gap" and the reality of sponsorship to the impact of flexibility and burnout, we explore the data that defines our current landscape.
What do you want to hear about in a future DaVita POW! episode? To share your thoughts and feedback about our podcast, click here or send a note to DaPOW@davita.com. This podcast is for everyone. Our hope is that there is something in here that inspires all leaders to champion purpose, connection & belonging, in particular with the women leaders that you work alongside.
6 Oct 2025
How to Identify and Embrace Your Confidence, Part 2: Turning Advice Into Opportunity
In Episode 10, Part Two, DaVita leaders Betsy McCubrey, Stephanie Hendrickson, Rebecca Griggs and Kathleen Waters continue the conversation on embracing confidence for next level leadership. Listen as they share how to approach and leverage the advice to create opportunity. Share your thoughts and feedback about our podcast here or send a note to DaPOW@davita.com.
21 Aug 2025
How to Identify and Embrace Your Confidence, Part 1
Confidence can be a powerful tool to step out of your comfort zone, find the right balance between respect and assertiveness, and discover what truly works for you. Listen to the latest episode to learn from DaVita leaders Betsy McCubrey, Stephanie Hendrickson, Rebecca Griggs and Kathleen Waters as they share their experiences and candid reflections on how to build confidence for next level leadership.Share your thoughts and feedback about our podcast here or send a note to DaPOW@davita.com.
16 Sept 2024
Career Transitions: Chakilla Robinson White's Journey to becoming DaVita's Chief Learning and Fulfillment Officer
Career transitions take courage, wisdom, and a commitment to following your true north. In this episode, we hear from a truly remarkable leader, Chakilla Robinson White, about her journey to becoming DaVita’s Chief Learning and Fulfillment Officer – how her personal life impacted the journey, people who influenced it, and lessons learned along the way. What do you want to hear about in a future POW! episode? Share your thoughts and feedback about our podcast here.
7 Apr 2024
The Importance of Diverse Leadership with our CEO and our Chair of the Village
In this episode, DaVita’s CEO, Javier Rodriguez, and the Chair of DaVita’s Board of Directors, Pamela Arway, join us as we gather insights from our leaders’ perspectives on leadership within the Village and the pivotal role diversity plays in shaping it. Drawing from their professional and personal experiences, we seek to understand firsthand the significance of diversity in fostering an environment where every teammate can thrive.
Listen to the latest episode where we delve deeper into the importance of diversity and inclusion.
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Host: Kathleen Waters, Chief Legal and Public Affairs Officer
Panel:
Javier Rodriguez, Chief Executive Officer
Pamela Arway, Chair of DaVita's Board of Directors
23 Jan 2024
Resources as Life Hacks (You’re Not Alone)
Life hacks can be the key to working smarter, not harder, and maybe the closest we can come to doing it all. Whether it’s maintaining a routine, learning effective delegation, or even implementing the “Pomodoro technique,” these DaVita leaders share their tried and true life hacks that have helped them navigate their professional and personal lives. Listen to the latest episode to see what tips and tools resonate for you (including free resources offered for DaVita teammates).
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Host: Rebecca Griggs, Group Vice President
Panel: Parker Calbert, Vice President, Kirsten Taitelbaum, Sr. Director, Kristi Ricord, Sr. Director
1 Aug 2023
Connecting With Women Leaders, Part 2: Balancing Career & Family
Are you often second-guessing whether you have made the right choices on career and family? For some, it feels like a never-ending quest to achieve & sustain the right balance. In this second episode of the two-part series on Connecting With Women Leaders, Grace Berman, Senior Director at DaVita University, explores strategies women have learned through their own experiences and advice from others to find peace with your choices through the various stages of life. Listen in on this sixth episode of the DaVita Power of Women podcast for ideas to build more clarity & confidence to embrace every aspect of your life.
Host: Grace Berman, Sr. Director
Panel: Kathleen Waters, Chief Legal Officer, Rebecca Griggs, Group Vice President, Stephanie Hendrickson, Group Vice President, Betsy McCubrey, Group Vice President and Deputy General Counsel
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10 Jul 2023
Connecting with Women Leaders, Part 1: Navigating Challenges
Do you ever wish you could fast-forward through the learnings as a woman leader? We often feel more connected when we are part of a community where we learn from the experiences of others. Our host, Grace Berman, Senior Director at DaVita University, draws out the stumbles before the success in this two-part series with four different women leaders at DaVita. Laugh through their recollection of career journey learnings on cultivating confidence, overcoming imposter syndrome and finding their unique style as a woman leader. Explore practical tactics to help you find your fast-forward by tuning in to this fifth episode of DaVita POW (DaVita’s Power of Women) podcast.
Host: Grace Berman, Sr. Director
Panel: Kathleen Waters, Chief Legal Officer, Rebecca Griggs, Group Vice President, Stephanie Hendrickson, Group Vice President, Betsy McCubrey, Group Vice President and Deputy General Counsel
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1 Feb 2023
Championing Women Leaders with Mike Staffieri
How do top leaders bring intention to their leadership when it comes to promoting diversity? Join Mike Staffieri, DaVita’s Chief Operating Officer, as he reflects on the impact of bringing intention to diversity by recognizing differences between styles, creating space for open dialogue and a willingness to change your own behavior. Co-hosted by two female leaders who have worked under Mike’s leadership, Stephanie Hendrickson and Rebecca Griggs explore candid experiences, failures and stories that highlight the impact these behaviors can have on promoting more women in leadership. Tune in to this episode of DaPOW to hear practical advice for aspiring leaders who want to up their game on leading women.
23 Sept 2022
Dual Working Parents, Finding Intentional Balance with Marcus and Kristy Catsouphes
Looking for ideas to balance career and family? Achieving equilibrium over the long term often requires intention, commitment & flexibility. Working couple and parents, Kristy and Marcus Catsouphes, candidly share highlights of their journey in discovering intentional balance, including simple yet practical ideas that have worked for them and can easily be integrated into daily and weekly routines. Tune in to this episode of the DaPOW (DaVita’s Power of Women) podcast to learn tips and tricks for prioritizing, balancing energy and communicating appreciation in a dual working parent relationship.
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31 May 2022
Cultivating Confidence with Christina Curtis
Have you ever struggled with confidence or wanted to support/help someone who was struggling with theirs’? Confidence isn’t a personality trait - it is a skill and we can work together to strengthen ours and those around us. Our host, Christina Curtis, Executive Leader and Team Coach and frequent speaker and author for Forbes, Harvard Business Review and many other publications, helps walk us through the normalcy of feeling a lack of confidence and also provides us with the information needed to boost our own confidence and how we, as leaders, can support members of our team struggling with confidence. Please tune in for the second episode of the DaVita POW (Power of Women) Podcast series to gain insights and ideas to strengthen yourself and others.
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21 Mar 2022
Managing Phases of Life with Barbara Desoer
Where do you find inspiration for navigating your career as a woman, peer or leader? Feeling successful at managing different phases of life can sometimes be elusive for women, especially when relatable examples are rare. Too often, women choose to opt-out when the alignment of their personal ambitions feel out of sync with their workplace experiences. Our host, Kathleen Waters, Chief Legal Officer and Public Affairs Officer for DaVita, discovers inspiration for driven women and leaders of driven women in the stories shared by Barbara Desoer, DaVita board member. While there is no silver bullet for success, Barbara openly shares some of her reflections on pivotal career and life decision points, including the impact of the various leaders who helped her navigate those decisions. If you are looking for inspiring examples of how to navigate these phases – for yourself, or women you care about – this episode is a welcome perspective that demonstrates the power of sharing personal experiences.
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