Michelle Fadeley, a marketing executive, community advocate, and longtime feminist leader, shares her path from navigating male-dominated industries to helping ratify the Equal Rights Amendment in Illinois—in our Women and Work podcast.

After more than a decade balancing a full-time career with volunteer leadership in the National Organization for Women, Michelle opens up about what it means to lead with purpose, face systemic barriers, and push through imposter syndrome—all while redefining what ambition looks like.

She talks about building coalitions for gender equality, stepping into high-stakes public service by running for state representative, and how personal choices like marriage and deciding not to have children shaped her ability to lead boldly and unapologetically.

From marketing analytics to advocacy, Michelle’s story is a masterclass in creating impact beyond the 9-to-5—especially when you choose to live a life “bigger than yourself.”

What would you fight for, even if no one was paying you to do it?

Diane Moca, founder and CEO of @MomSub, talks with leaders like this every week—follow her for more.

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