Black Womaning in Corporate America™ with Artist Qiana Mestrich: “The Reinforcements”

Exploring the Hidden History: Women of Color in Corporate America with Qiana MestrichIn this episode of Black Womaning in Corporate America™ with your host Nicole S. Palmer, we dive deep into the experiences and untold stories of women of color in corporate environments through a conversation with interdisciplinary Artist Qiana Mestrich.

Qiana shares insights about her exhibit "The Reinforcements," currently on display at Baxter Street in New York City, which highlights her photo collages portraying Black and immigrant women in the corporate sector from the post-Civil Rights era to the early 2000s. We also discuss the ongoing systemic barriers women of color face in the corporate world and the significance of preserving and showcasing these powerful stories through art.00:00 Introduction to the Podcast00:41 Meet Our Special Guest: Qiana Mestrich01:12 Kiana's Artistic Journey and Career03:38 The Reinforcements Exhibit07:06 Challenges and Representation in Corporate America15:20 The Immigrant Experience and Family Legacy21:25 Future Plans and Audience Engagement29:45 Closing Remarks and Call to Action____________________________________To learn more about Qiana Mestrich:Go see “The Reinforcement” exhibit on Baxter Street in New York (154 Ludlow Street, NYC)Visit her website: with her on LinkedIn: her on Instagram: qianamestrichSubscribe to her YouTube channel: @qmestrich ​