1 - Marissa Solis / Senior Vice President for Global Brand and Consumer Marketing in the NFL

In this inspiring episode, join us as we dive into the remarkable journey of Marissa Solis, the Senior Vice President of Global Brand and Consumer Marketing at the NFL. Marissa's story is a testament to the power of resilience, purpose, and taking the big bets that transform careers and communities. Marissa's early life in Mexico City and Texas shaped her work ethic and values, instilling in her the importance of giving 110% in everything she does. She shares how her dream of becoming an ambassador to Latin America led her to a surprising career path and her first big bet - choosing corporate life over diplomacy. Discover the key insights Marissa gained from mentors and sponsors, and how she strategically built relationships with influential leaders to fast-track her career. Learn how she transitioned into her role at PepsiCo, leading the charge for the Hispanic Business Unit, and why she initially turned down the opportunity but eventually embraced her identity as a Latina for the benefit of both herself and the company. Understanding the three big takeaways: Taking Big Bets for Impact, Latinos Strengths in the Workplace and Problem Solving for Career Advancement. Marissa's journey ultimately brought her to the NFL, where she faced a pivotal decision that would change the game for the organization and the Latino community. Hear about her fearless approach to taking the big bets that led to groundbreaking initiatives, such as bringing Latinos to the Super Bowl stage. Join us in this episode as we uncover the lessons Marissa Solis learned throughout her remarkable career, showing us that embracing your identity, seizing opportunities, and serving others can lead to incredible impacts in both your career and your community. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation with a trailblazer who continues to break barriers and inspire future leaders. Tune in now and embark on a journey of ambition, purpose, and impact with Marissa Solis. Listen to the extended video version of this episode on our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ALaLatinaPodcast/videos Visit our website to nominate yourself or another Latina to be on the podcast. Our Website: alalatina.com *FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS* Instagram: @alalatinapodcast Tiktok: @alalatinapodcast  Youtube: @alalatinapodcast   Facebook: A La Latina Podcast Follow this link to become a partner: https://www.alalatina.com/partne Connect with Marissa: linkedin.com/in/marissa-solis-2566a3b Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices