From Small-Town Start to Global Impact—Meet Woman of Achievement Sylvia Sydow Kerrigan
What do the jungles of Brazil, a popcorn popper, maritime law and the United Nations have in common? They’re all part of Sylvia’s incredible (and funny) journey.In this episode, you’ll hear how Sylvia started as a shy, small-town kid and eventually made her mark in the energy industry, from serving as general counsel to being an international traveler and even spending time at the U.N. Along the way, she shares how Tri Delta helped her find her voice, build lifelong friendships and gain the confidence to chase her big goals.She’s warm, witty and full of stories you won’t want to miss. You’ll laugh, get inspired and pick up a few gems of wisdom about careers, confidence and giving back.
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A Visionary New Leader for Our Sisterhood
In this special episode, we take a closer look at Mindy’s incredible career path—from working on Capitol Hill and serving as a spokesperson for the U.S. Department of Justice to leading strategic initiatives for global brands and nonprofits. Mindy shares the lessons she’s learned along the way, the defining moments that shaped her leadership style and how those experiences now guide her vision for Tri Delta. She also talks about the future of our sisterhood—how we can grow, evolve and create meaningful lifelong engagement for all members. Plus, you’ll hear how she balances this big role alongside raising two active teenage boys and some fun facts, including a hidden talent sure to surprise you! This is an episode you won’t want to miss.
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Beyond Beauty With Heidi Guest
Tri Delta CEO Mindy Tucker, Southern Methodist, dives into Heidi’s fun and exciting beauty and TV hosting career. Join them to follow along in Heidi’s career pivots, learn about the power of strengths-based leadership and hear how Tri Delta played a key role in her latest transition to starting her own company—Forte Advisers. Heidi shares invaluable advice for women navigating change, embracing their strengths, leading with purpose and reinventing themselves. whether it’s in their first job or during what she calls “the third chapter.” If you're looking for inspiration, practical career wisdom or an important reminder of how Tri Delta’s values can shape a lifetime, this episode is for you!
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Fearless in Finance With 2025 Woman of Achievement Jacqueline Reses, Pennsylvania
Jackie shares how her time at in the Tri Delta chapter at the University of Pennsylvania shaped her leadership journey, giving her a lifelong network of strong, ambitious and fun women who continue to inspire her. We’ll dive into her impressive career—from lessons learned at Goldman Sachs to leading Square and now running her own company. She gets real about the challenges she’s faced, how she tackles setbacks (spoiler: hope is not a strategy!), and why women should always put themselves in the game, especially in finance. Jackie also reflects on the meaning of the Women of Achievement honor and why giving back isn’t just a side project—it’s a way of life. Plus, you won’t want to miss her surprising hidden talent and her refreshingly honest take on work-life balance!
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Leading With Head and Heart With 2025 Woman of Achievement Karen Lynch Parkhill
Hear how being “cross-cut” during recruitment as a freshman gave Karen one of her first lessons in resilience—one that shaped her journey of grit and determination as she went on to realize her dream and become a Tri Delta as a sophomore. Since then, she’s carried those traits throughout her career, navigating the challenges of being the only woman in the room, learning confidence and embracing her power in a male-dominated field.In this conversation, we’ll hear why Karen believes in being surrounded with supportive friends who keep her grounded while pushing her toward success. She shares her philosophy on authenticity, choosing organizations that allow her to be herself, and offers valuable advice for anyone whether in business, government or service. Learn why she got to chills when learning about being named a 2025 Woman of Achievement, about the causes she’s passionate about and what’s next for her as she leads HP today and beyond. Congrats again, Karen!
Welcome to Let’s Talk Tri Delta! Topics covered on this podcast will be relevant to the Tri Delta experience, both collegiate and alumnae, with hosts and guests who are members, friends and industry experts. We will take a deep dive into some of the most powerful stories from our award-winning magazine, The Trident, and we will get up close and personal with some of our brave, bold and kind members.
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