In this episode of Real Talk, hosts Rachel Moseson Dikovics and Alessandra M. Moore sit down with Karen Kessler, powerhouse CEO of Kessler PR Group, to explore her remarkable journey from a young professional penning cold networking letters to a trusted advisor leading one of the nation’s premier crisis communications firms. Karen shares how she built her firm from the ground up, discusses the nuances of managing public perception at the intersection of law and media, and offers advice ranging from the art of strategic networking to maintain perspective when balancing work and personal lives.

Speakers:

Rachel Moseson Dikovics, Counsel, White Collar Defense Group
Alessandra M. Moore, Associate, White Collar Defense Group
Karen Kessler, Chief Executive Officer, Kessler PR Group

In this episode of "Real Talk," hosts Megan Monson and Rachel Moseson Dikovics talk with Alessandra M. Moore about mentorship and sponsorship – inspired by the lyrics of the Wicked song “Popular” – by sharing their own experiences on both sides of each role. They emphasize the importance of building relationships with individuals who will publicly vouch for you and privately guide you and offer advice to junior professionals who want to build their mentorship and sponsorship relationships.

Speakers:

Megan Monson, Partner, Executive Compensation, Employee Benefits
Rachel Moseson Dikovics, Counsel, White Collar Criminal Defense
Alessandra M. Moore, Associate, White Collar Criminal Defense

In this episode of “Real Talk,” host, Megan Monson, partner in Lowenstein Sandler's Executive Compensation Employment and Benefits Practice Group, talks with Robin Goldfischer, senior vice president and general counsel at Valley Health System, about her career path, how she manages her own work-life balance, and the importance of knowing when you don’t know the answer. Robin says that her 40 years of experience in the practice of law has taught her many important lessons, including that learning is a continuous process, there is value in being kind, and professional women must advocate for each other.

Speakers:

Megan Monson, Partner, Executive Compensation, Employee Benefits
Robin L. Goldfischer, Senior Vice President & General Counsel, Valley Health System, Inc.