Meet the Women In Leadership at TrendyMinds
Mar 8, 2022
For International Women’s Day, we asked some of our women leaders to share the life experiences that led them to become who they are today. We’re grateful for their willingness to share so openly and hope their candor inspires you, just as they inspire us.
Redefining what leadership looks like in agencies
At TrendyMinds, leadership is about more than titles. It’s about perspective, purpose, and the ability to create meaningful change. Our women leaders bring deep expertise, strategic vision, and a people-first mindset to every challenge, shaping our culture and guiding the work that helps clients inspire curiosity and improve lives. Their leadership reflects who we are as an agency: collaborative, thoughtful, and committed to turning empathy into impact every day.
When you speak, people listen.
Catherine Stiver, Chief of Staff
“One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned as a leader is trusting my own voice. For a long time, I held back — until a colleague reminded me that when I speak, people listen. That realization changed how I show up. Strong leadership isn’t about saying more; it’s about knowing the value your perspective brings and leading with clarity, compassion, and trust.”
Equal treatment. Trusting your gut. Enjoying the ride.
Meredith Jenkins, Sr. Vice President, Marketing Accounts
“Leadership, for me, has always been about earning equality through action and surrounding myself with people who push me to grow. From being the first girl to play on a boys’ soccer team to leading complex client relationships, I’ve learned to trust my instincts, prove my value through results, and remember not to stress the journey — because growth happens when you lean in and keep going.”
The risk of not speaking is greater than the fear.
I used to stay quiet out of fear of saying the wrong thing, but I realized that not speaking carried a greater cost. Leadership requires vulnerability — the willingness to share ideas, learn openly, and invite connection. Growth happens when you walk through the door, have the conversation, and remind yourself that it’s not that serious.
Women shaping the agency industry
Leading with voice, conviction, and care
Across TrendyMinds, women leaders are defining what modern agency leadership looks like grounded in empathy, strengthened by experience, and guided by confidence earned over time. Their stories reflect the power of mentorship, the importance of being heard, and the courage to lead authentically through complexity. Together, they demonstrate that the most impactful leadership isn’t about perfection or volume it’s about clarity, trust, and showing up fully for the people and work that matter most
