The Black Create Connect Podcast, is hosted by the founder of the community and job board, Alicia Latoya Richardson. This podcast explores the journeys, key life experiences and lessons from black creatives, professionals and business owners. Alicia seeks to gain an understanding of how each individual reached their current level of success, whilst addressing racial barriers and challenges. The purpose of this podcast is the educate allies on black professional and life experiences, and inspire the black wider community informing them of what options they truly have access to and where various career paths or life experiences may take. To see more about Black Create Connect follow us on Linked In and Instagram @BlackCreateConnect. To engage with the founder please connect with her on Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicia-richardson/ or follow her on instagram - @alicialatoyaldn
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The Black Create Connect Podcast, is hosted by the founder of the community and job board, Alicia Latoya Richardson. This podcast explores the journeys, key life experiences and lessons from black creatives, professionals and business owners. Alicia seeks to gain an understanding of how each individual reached their current level of success, whilst addressing racial barriers and challenges. The purpose of this podcast is the educate allies on black professional and life experiences, and inspire the black wider community informing them of what options they truly have access to and where various career paths or life experiences may take. To see more about Black Create Connect follow us on Linked In and Instagram @BlackCreateConnect. To engage with the founder please connect with her on Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicia-richardson/ or follow her on instagram - @alicialatoyaldn
EP 104 - Leadership at DEPOP | Career Advice & Personal Reflections ft Rebecca Levy
Black Create Connect Podcast
1 hour 4 minutes 25 seconds
9 months ago
EP 104 - Leadership at DEPOP | Career Advice & Personal Reflections ft Rebecca Levy
Rebecca Levy, the powerhouse who traded stilettos for sneakers and PR for People Operations, becoming a driving force at sustainable fashion platform Depop.
In this captivating episode, Rebecca takes us on her remarkable journey from the vibrant streets of San Antonio, Texas, to leading People, Culture and Impact at one of London's most innovative fashion-tech companies. She shares her fascinating path from writing fan letters to fashion designer Anna Sui to transforming workplace culture within her industry.
Join Rebecca, as she shares her inspiring career journey and personal reflections. Rebecca's story is a masterclass in authentic leadership, cultural identity, and the power of embracing change.
Key moments include:
The surprising pivot from fashion design dreams to PR and ultimately HR
Navigating visa challenges and building a career in London
Leading culture initiatives at Depop
Balancing motherhood, career, and personal style (yes, those heels became sneakers!)
Preparing for an enviable one-month sabbatical in South Africa
Perfect for aspiring leaders, culture enthusiasts, and anyone interested in authentic stories of career transformation. Join us for honest conversation about representation, resilience, and redefining success in the modern workplace.
Connect with her
https://uk.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-jordan-levy
Whether you're contemplating a career change, facing impostor syndrome, or simply love a good story of perseverance, Rebecca's insights on building genuine connections and fostering inclusive workplace cultures will leave you inspired and ready to take action.
Black Create Connect Podcast
The Black Create Connect Podcast, is hosted by the founder of the community and job board, Alicia Latoya Richardson. This podcast explores the journeys, key life experiences and lessons from black creatives, professionals and business owners. Alicia seeks to gain an understanding of how each individual reached their current level of success, whilst addressing racial barriers and challenges. The purpose of this podcast is the educate allies on black professional and life experiences, and inspire the black wider community informing them of what options they truly have access to and where various career paths or life experiences may take. To see more about Black Create Connect follow us on Linked In and Instagram @BlackCreateConnect. To engage with the founder please connect with her on Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicia-richardson/ or follow her on instagram - @alicialatoyaldn