Dr. Elaine Swafford, CEO of Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy and former teacher, shares her journey from a high school classroom to executive leadership. She recounts her transformative experiences overcoming shyness through 4-H speeches. Elaine discusses her pivotal 'Michael Jordan' moment and how she revived CGLA in just nine months. The conversation highlights the significance of empowering girls through education, the challenges of leading during COVID-19, and the necessity of resilience in personal and professional growth.