Empowerment through Service: Chantel Shackleford ('90) on Navigating Careers, Building Relationships, and Giving Back

09/03/24 • 32 min

In this episode, Chantel Shackleford ('90), a distinguished Xavier alumna, President of Xavier's National Alumni Association and Chicago Alumni Chapter, and member of XU's Board of Trustees, shares her experience working in the pharmaceutical industry. She discusses the empowerment and responsibility she feels as a Black woman in leadership, emphasizing the importance of building relationships and seeking professional development. Chantel reflects on how Xavier's emphasis on service has shaped her approach to community involvement and organizational leadership. She also talks about her hopes for Xavier's future, including expanding research and making an impact in media and politics.

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