This episode is a recording from a fireside chat with Christian Brown and Christopher Lafayette for GatherVerse Men's Summit 2026. Enjoy!

In this episode of the Leading Well Podcast Series, Christian sits down with global HR leader Sarita Donaldson for a thoughtful conversation on what it really means to build workplaces that feel good and work better. Together, they explore the idea of leadership sustainability and why long-term performance should never come at the expense of well-being, alignment, trust, or organizational health.

This conversation dives into the tension between performance and people, the hidden cost of burnout, and the blind spots many leaders miss when trying to support their teams. Sarita shares insights from nearly two decades of experience at the intersection of HR, leadership, change management, and organizational strategy, offering practical wisdom on boundaries, belonging, decision-making, and what it looks like to move from reactive leadership to wellness by design.

In this episode of the Leading Well Podcast Series, Christian sits down with Genipha Almonor, Senior Data Analyst at Comcast and Lead of YPN (Young Professionals Network).

Their conversation explores the power of community, the role of ERGs, and why wellness and leadership go hand in hand. Together, they discuss how intentional spaces of support can strengthen people, shape culture, and influence the way leaders show up for those they serve.

This episode was recorded at Inspiredu, a Comcast Lift Zone in Atlanta, Georgia.

Connect with Gen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geniphaalmonor/

Connect with Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamchristianbrown/