Today on the Invest In Her podcast, host Catherine Gray talks with Katie McCormick Lelyveld, founder of Meld—the AI-powered career readiness platform for NextGen women. Katie brings a powerhouse background as a former White House press secretary to First Lady Michelle Obama and now serves as a Strategic Leadership Innovation Fellow at the Technology and Entrepreneurship Center at Harvard University. With decades of experience advising top-tier leaders and entrepreneurs, Katie is channeling her strategic communications expertise into creating a mission-driven platform that equips high-potential women with the tools, mentorship, and confidence needed to thrive in today’s workforce.
In this episode, Catherine and Katie discuss the genesis and mission of Meld, exploring how the platform bridges the gap between education and professional success for women aged 20–28. They delve into Katie’s journey from political strategy to tech founder, the power of intergenerational mentorship, and the role of AI in scaling access to leadership insights. Katie highlights how Meld helps young women build professional confidence and connections—offering high-touch coaching, curated content, and a growing community of executive mentors. This conversation also underscores the importance of preparing women to lead in the innovation economy, with Katie sharing how Meld is making career readiness accessible and impactful for the next generation.
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