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#HERSTORY | 10 What are three things that your colleagues don't know about you? 1. I love board games, especially backgammon. 2. I am a first-generation Caribbean- American; both of my parents were born and raised in Jamaica. 3. I enjoy traveling and would like to visit all the continents with the exception of Antarctica. I have currently explored four. How have your career goals changed since entering the workforce and progressing through your career? I studied international business and marketing in college with the ultimate goal of becoming a chief marketing executive for an international company. Through various personal and professional experiences, my goals have vastly changed. In some ways, I followed the weathered path, the path that is laid out that says: "If you do A at this time, in this way, you'll get to B successfully without any scratches." But I've realized over the course of my career that there is no such thing as an exact formula for success. Meaningful success only comes when you are true to yourself, willing to take risks and willing to break boundaries of norms. What accomplishments (personal and/or professional) are you most proud of? I am must proud of being debt- free, purchasing a home and raising a family. What needs to change? We need to increase diversity in the workplace. Throughout the industry, there are few females in executive roles; that number drastically decreases for women of color. The obstacles and challenges I have faced in my career have given me insight into the various ways in which women, especially Black women, can be deterred from aspiring to highly visible leadership positions in high-profile companies. We need to educate, mentor and sponsor women and give them the tools and skills to help them confidently advance into highly visible, highly influential roles within their fields. Mentioning that there is a problem is not enough; there needs to be a call to action so that measurable change can take place. If someone wrote your story, what would the title be? "Shattering Expectations and Breaking Boundaries" Looking back on this year, 2020 really brought the acronym "VUCA" to life. What is your biggest lesson learned from this year? (VUCA = Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, Ambiguity) The biggest lesson I have learned in 2020 is to cherish moments and people around you; take nothing for granted as things can change in an instant. Try not to dwell on what could've been and accept the present. You can't always control what happens around you, but you can control how you choose to handle it. Thinking about our new virtual world and all that we've experienced this year, what do you think are one or two key qualities that will set leaders apart in 2021 and beyond? Leaders have to be innovative and willing to quickly accept and adapt to change. Quick-fire questions If you could have any superpower, what would it be? Time travel Favorite book or podcast? "This American Life" or "Oprah's SuperSoul Conversations" Favorite snack food? Ferrero Rocher #HERSTORY I N T E R V I E W S NATHALLIA PRYCE Manager, Marketing and Distribution, Investment Manager Services (IMS), 4 years at SEI