Allison Martinez, a senior program manager with extensive IT experience, shares her personal and professional journey on the Rise and Reinvent podcast. She discusses her unconventional career path, the challenges she faced as a single mother pursuing education and career growth, and the importance of maintaining a supportive network. Allison emphasizes the need for adaptability in project management roles, encourages giving oneself grace during transitions, and expresses her hope to leave a legacy of breaking cycles and inspiring others to pursue their passions.
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Rise & Reinvent is a career and personal growth podcast hosted by Nicole Jones, spotlighting real-life stories of reinvention, resilience, and leadership. From unexpected pivots and professional setbacks to bold comebacks and purpose-driven success, each episode dives into the human side of career growth. Guests from diverse industries share their lessons on risk-taking, self-belief, adaptability, and building fulfilling careers on their own terms. Whether you're navigating change or seeking inspiration, Rise & Reinvent is your weekly dose of encouragement to grow with intention and lead with authenticity.
What is Rise & Reinvent?
Welcome to the Rise & Re-Invent Podcast! Hosted by Nicole M. Jones—founder of KAKO, former Fortune 100 executive, and a passionate coach for emerging leaders, startup founders, and professionals ready to rise. With nearly 30 years of global experience driving innovation and transformation, Nicole brings clarity, strategy, and heart to those often overlooked in traditional career spaces.
Each week, the podcast delivers unfiltered conversations with bold thinkers, resilient changemakers, and everyday heroes. Listeners gain practical wisdom, real stories of reinvention, and the inspiration to rise above uncertainty and embrace what’s next.
Subscribe, tune in, and join the movement. Because when one person rises, we all rise.