In our inaugural episode of the Starter Series, dedicated to those on the brink of graduation, recent graduates, and early-career professionals considering a leap into the medical device industry, The Girls of Grit delve into the captivating journey of Emma Grace Ficara, Cindy's daughter. Emma shares her experience breaking into the medical device industry as a young woman in the field, highlighting the importance of mentorship, networking, and building relationships with fellow healthcare professionals.

In this captivating episode, hosts Anneliese Rhodes and Cynthia Ficarra welcome Heather Goodchild, Vice President of Professional Business at Color Science. Heather's journey from working alongside a dermatologist as an esthetician to achieving a prominent leadership role within the medical device industry is nothing short of remarkable. She generously expounds on her career transition, discussing the challenges she faced in entering the world of pharmaceuticals and how she overcame them with determination and perseverance.