More Than the Dress

Confidence Is Always In Style with Barbara Wager, Brand President, Talbots

In this special episode of “More Than the Dress,” host Joanie Bily, Dress for Success Worldwide CEO, sits down with Barbara Wagner, Brand President of Talbots and new Dress for Success Worldwide Board Member, for an inspiring conversation about confidence, leading with authenticity, and cultivating your own unique personal brand. “More than the Dress” is a podcast from Dress for Success Worldwide, the leader in helping women advance in the workplace globally. Each episode features meaningful conversations with thought leaders about navigating an ever-evolving work landscape by sharing their stories of resilience, hard work, and success. Dress for Success Worldwide helps women achieve economic mobility by providing a global network of support, workplace attire, and career skills and tools for success. Our vision is a world where when thrive in work and life.

Powering Potential: Balancing Leadership with Personal Values, with The Adecco Group US Foundation's Joyce Russell and Rachelle Chapman

In this inspiring episode of “More Than the Dress”, host Joanie Bily, CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, sits down with two powerhouse leaders: Joyce Russell, President of the Adecco Group US Foundation and author of the book “Put a Cherry on Top,” and Rachelle Chapman, Director of the Adecco Group US Foundation. Together, they discuss personal superpowers, impactful generosity, the face of leadership, and the ripple effect of volunteerism. “More than the Dress” is a podcast from Dress for Success Worldwide, the leading global nonprofit empowering women to achieve economic mobility by providing a global network of support, workplace attire, and career skills and tools for success. Each episode features thought leaders engaging in meaningful conversations about relevant, current issues women face in their journeys to economic mobility in the ever-evolving work landscape. Our guests are remarkable women with notable stories to share. Dress for Success helps women build confidence and determination from the inside out.

Reinvention and the Power of Being Yourself with Bobbi Brown and Tamsen Fadal

In this special live-recorded conversation, beauty icon Bobbi Brown sits down with journalist Tamsen Fadal for a candid, inspiring discussion about leadership, reinvention, and staying true to yourself. From her early days as a freelance makeup artist to building one of the world’s most recognizable beauty brands, Bobbi reflects on what it means to start over, embrace change, and live life authentically. She opens up about her new book Still Bobbi, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and the power of helping other women rise — including her decades-long connection with Dress for Success. This episode celebrates confidence, curiosity, and the courage to keep growing — no matter where you are in your journey. “More than the Dress” is a podcast from Dress for Success Worldwide, the leading global nonprofit empowering women to achieve economic mobility by providing a global network of support, workplace attire, and development tools for success. Each episode features thought leaders engaging in conversations about relevant, current issues women face in their journeys to economic mobility in the ever-evolving work landscape. Our guests are remarkable women with notable stories to share. At the forefront of the women’s empowerment movement for almost 30 years, Dress for Success has served over 1.3 million women of all walks of life with 130 network members across 15 countries. It started in 1997 providing professional attire, and its services have expanded to empower women by providing a global network of support, workplace attire, and development tools for success. Dress for Success helps women build confidence and determination from the inside out.

Family as a Foundation: Lessons Between Generations

In this heartfelt Mother’s Day episode of More Than the Dress, host Michele C. Meyer-Shipp is joined by her three sons—Miles, Marcus, and Mason—for a candid and joyful conversation about the intersection of motherhood, leadership, and legacy. As CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide and a mother of three grown sons, Michele opens up about the balancing act between raising a family and leading a purpose-driven career. Together, they reflect on the values passed down, the lessons learned across generations, and the everyday rituals that kept their bond strong—even during the busiest times. From lighthearted memories to deep moments of vulnerability, this special episode is a celebration of the resilience, love, and support that define modern motherhood.  More Than the Dress is a podcast hosted by Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, Esq., CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, the leading global nonprofit employment resource for women. Each episode features a corporate thought leader or a client ambassador engaging in conversations about relevant, current issues women face in their journeys to economic independence. More Than the Dress aims to recognize, celebrate, and honor incredible and notable women while addressing the challenges and opportunities for women to thrive in work and life in the ever-evolving work landscape. Our guests are remarkable women with notable stories to share! At the forefront of the women’s empowerment movement for 27 years, Dress for Success has served over 1.3 million women of all walks of life with 134 affiliates in 20 countries. It started in 1997 providing professional attire, and its services have expanded beyond the suit to offer career coaching and mentoring, skill readiness, upskilling and reskilling, networking, and community. Dress for Success helps women build confidence and determination from the inside out. Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, Esq., CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, is a lawyer, talent culture, and DEIA strategist. A sought-after speaker, Michele has decades of expertise in Talent Management, Human Resources, Multicultural Marketing, Strategic Partnerships/External Affairs, Employee Relations, Employment Law, Crisis Management, Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness, and more.

Be Well, Not Perfect with Katrina Kimble

In this episode of More Than the Dress, Dress for Success Global Ambassador Katrina Kimble joins Michele C. Meyer-Shipp for a conversation about resilience, reinvention, and embracing imperfection. Katrina shares her journey from career setbacks to finding purpose in the nonprofit sector, all while balancing work, caregiving, and personal growth. “More than the Dress” is a podcast hosted by Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, Esq., CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, the leading global nonprofit employment resource for women. Each episode features a corporate thought leader or a client ambassador engaging in 30-minute conversations about relevant, current issues women face in their journeys to economic independence. “More Than the Dress” aims to recognize, celebrate, and honor incredible and notable women while addressing the challenges and opportunities for women to thrive in work and life in the ever-evolving work landscape. Our guests are remarkable women with notable stories to share! At the forefront of the women’s empowerment movement for 27 years, Dress for Success has served over 1.3 million women of all walks of life with 134 affiliates in 20 countries. It started in 1997 providing professional attire, and its services have expanded beyond the suit to offer career coaching and mentoring, skill readiness, upskilling and reskilling, networking, and community. Dress for Success helps women build confidence and determination from the inside out. Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, Esq., CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, is a lawyer, talent culture, and DEIA strategist. A sought-after speaker, Michele has decades of expertise in Talent Management, Human Resources, Multicultural Marketing, Strategic Partnerships/External Affairs, Employee Relations, Employment Law, Crisis Management, Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness, and more.