Maureen Ross Gemme

Emerge. Evolve. Lead.

Maureen Ross Gemme

  • Smashing the Stigma with Hale Pulsifer

Smashing the Stigma with Hale Pulsifer

Wednesday 12th October 2022

Join Maureen Ross Gemme and Hale Pulsifer on 'Emerge. Evolve. Lead.' as they discuss breaking the stigma of addiction and disability in leadership.
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Emerge. Evolve. Lead.
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Maureen Ross Gemme
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Hale Pulsifer: Shattering Stigmas in Recovery and Leadership

I'm doing this work because it's the right thing to do. When I saw these people in the halls, you know, I felt like I was not alone.
What if your journey through addiction could pave the way for groundbreaking leadership? In this eye-opening episode of 'Emerge. Evolve. Lead.', host Maureen Ross Gemme sits down with Hale Pulsifer, a disability advocate and finance leader, who has been sober since January 2021. Hale’s story is a compelling mix of personal recovery and professional advocacy.
As the co-leader of the Office of Customer Accessibility at Fidelity Investments, he champions inclusive design for customers with disabilities, ensuring that accessibility is a core principle in everything they do. But Hale’s mission doesn’t stop there. He’s also a former national co-chair of the Fidelity Enable Employee Resource Group, where he worked tirelessly to support associates affected by disabilities.
Throughout the episode, Hale opens up about his own struggles with addiction and how his journey has shaped his empathetic leadership style. He discusses the critical importance of smashing the stigmas surrounding substance abuse and mental illness, both in and out of the workplace. Listeners will find Hale’s approach to leadership both inspiring and practical. He emphasizes the value of authenticity and empathy, urging others to embrace these qualities in their own lives and careers.
If you’re looking for a blend of personal triumph and professional wisdom, this episode offers a treasure trove of insights. Tune in to hear how Hale Pulsifer is making a difference by leading with heart and breaking down barriers.