Finding Unity in Diversity: Daria Torres on Overcoming Adversity and Fostering Hope

Are you ready for an emotional rollercoaster? This episode will take you from the heartache of the Phillies losing the Championship to the ongoing tumult in Ukraine and the Middle East with our special guest, Daria Torres, founder of the Walls Torres Group. This isn't just a discussion about the world's disappointments, it's a lesson in finding strength, hope, and unity amidst adversity. Together, we try to unravel the complexities of divergent beliefs and the challenging task of finding common ground.

As we shift gears, we'll journey through Daria's life from her humble origins in New Jersey to her illustrious career as a systems engineer and consultant. You'll hear about the profound influence of her parents and her transformative experiences at Lockheed Martin and the University of Pennsylvania. We'll also explore her inspiring battle against adversity with the help of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Through her story, we aim to illustrate the intersection of business, psychology, and leadership in the making of a successful entrepreneur. Finally, we delve into Daria's future vision, offering a glimpse of what success in the coming year looks like for her.

About Daria Torres:
Daria Walls Torres is the Managing Partner of Walls Torres Group. She is a board director, university lecturer, and executive-level advisor with over two decades of multi-sector management consulting experience. In 2004, after her tenure at McKinsey & Company, Daria founded Walls Torres Group, and prior to consulting she was a top secret/SCI-cleared systems engineer with Lockheed Martin. Daria serves on the board of Columbia Bank (Nasdaq:CLBK), and as an advisor to several rapidly-scaling, logistics-oriented enterprises.

Connect with Daria:
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