President and Founder - Lowe Group

Q: What unique qualities do you believe sets you apart as a leader and woman of influence?
A: As an entrepreneur, I’ve balanced serving clients, developing our staff, growing our business and giving back to our community. After 16 years progressing through leadership roles at a financial services corporation, I took the step and founded my own financial PR agency in 2003. Nearly 22 years later, I’m proud to have built a firm ranked among the top 20 financial services agencies nationally. Three qualities that have been instrumental to my success as a leader:
1. Perseverance and hard work: Consistently showing up and dedicating the time to meet our clients’ high expectations has been critical. Our clients count on us, and we’ve built an organization they can trust.
2. Team building and advocacy—especially for women: As a servant leader, I advocate for our team—80% of whom are women—and strive to help them achieve both professional and personal goals. I mentor and model leadership, fostering an environment where our staff can build rewarding careers. Lowe Group’s success is a direct result of our talented and dedicated team of financial services pros.
3. Commitment to the community: We serve the financial services community through education and specialized networking events, and I actively volunteered with organizations like Tempo, United Way, Secure Futures, Rotary Club of Milwaukee, the Wauwatosa Public Library Foundation and other organizations to help make the community better. Giving back has enriched me as much as it has served others.
Can you share a pivotal moment in your career that shaped your path?
In 2003, I left a successful corporate career to launch my own business. My 16 years at a supportive organization provided a strong foundation and the confidence to strike out on my own. The first few years were challenging and sometimes lonely, but my network of former colleagues and my involvement in organizations like Tempo proved invaluable. Through these connections, I found mentors, received guidance and accessed resources that helped me grow my business. That experience reinforced the importance of community and support in leadership.

Q: How do you define leadership, and how do you embody those qualities in your own life?
A: To me, leadership is about empowering others to thrive – clients, employees, and those who may not have the same advantages. The best leaders ask questions, listen and collaborate to achieve greater things together. As a servant leader, I focus on celebrating others’ successes rather than seeking recognition for myself. I’ve built our business around elevating our clients and their thought leaders, which requires building and supporting a strong team. Investing in my teams growth and well-being is central to my leadership. My most rewarding moments come from seeing our clients and employees succeed.

Q: How do you pay it forward and support the next generation of leaders?
A: I make it a priority to take every call, even when my schedule is full. I remember the many Tempo women who answered my calls when I sought advice. Nearly every week, I meet with someone looking to make a career change, seeking to learn about our industry, or wanting guidance as they launch their career.

With my own team, I intentionally scheduling regular meetings with our emerging leaders, even those who don’t report directly to me. I encourage them to set the agenda, tell me what I need to know, and teach me what matters to them. These conversations are mutually beneficial and foster growth on both sides.

Finally, I actively support emerging women leaders in the community – recommending them for opportunities, recognizing their leadership early and often, and inviting them to events or for board service so they can network and develop the skills needed to advance their careers.

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