NEHRAConnects: Building Dream Teams: A Framework for Collaboration and Accountability

Brianna Goodwin is the President and CEO of Contexture, Inc., a thriving window shades and acoustic systems dealer operating across 20 eastern US states. Under her leadership, prestigious publications such as the Boston Business Journal have recognized Contexture as the 9th largest women-owned business in Massachusetts and one of the fastest-growing private companies in the state. Since joining the company, Brianna has steered Contexture through significant milestones, including a successful rebrand in 2022, strategic acquisitions in 2021 and 2023, and the establishment of a new office in Philadelphia in 2022, marking the company's expansion down the eastern seaboard. 

A dedicated and compassionate leader, Brianna believes in fostering a work environment that supports the whole lives of employees, not just their professional roles. Her commitment to diversity, gender equality, and employee well-being has made her a notable advocate in the business community. Several publications, including Boston Magazine and Blueprint Magazine, have featured her, and she frequently speaks on women's leadership. Since becoming a working parent in 2020, Brianna's compassion has only grown as she balances the demands of being a CEO with nurturing a growing family. This personal experience has further fueled her passion for making a difference in the lives of her employees, ensuring that Contexture is more than just a place of work; it is a supportive community. Brianna's vision for Contexture goes beyond its superior products and services to include the people who make the company special. She emphasizes relatable core values based on dedication, collaboration, and community, fostering a cohesive team that supports one another through recognition, encouragement, and strong, compassionate leadership. Her efforts to shift the organization from an all-in-person company to a primarily virtual one in 2020 demonstrate her adaptability and forward-thinking approach. Through her empathetic leadership and strategic vision, Brianna continues to inspire and drive the company's growth and success, making Contexture a leader in its industry.

Victoria is responsible for developing and executing Human Resources strategy in support of the bank’s strategic plan. She leads teams in recruitment, talent assessment, employee relations, employee engagement, training, compensation, benefits, and Human Resources regulatory compliance. Victoria is also part of the leadership team leading the newly merged affiliation between Dedham Savings Bank and South Shore Bank. Victoria has more than 20 years of banking and financial services experience. She earned a Juris Doctor degree from Suffolk University Law School and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from the University of Rochester. She most recently served on the Board of Directors for SER-Jobs for Progress and serves as a Volunteer Case Worker for the Massachusetts Department of Child and Family Services.

Michelle is the founder of Predictive Advisors, a consulting firm dedicated to optimizing talent, teamwork and leader success – the three areas that drive competitive advantage for every company’s people strategy. Michelle provides expertise and counsel to growth-focused leaders in the areas of hiring, leadership development, team dynamics, sales enablement and managing change. Previously, Michelle was an executive for The Predictive Index responsible for learning and enablement programs for the company’s global consulting network. During Michelle’s tenure as a change management consultant for Accenture, she helped clients pivot their go-to-market strategies. She has spent 20 years using people data and analytics to help companies scale.

Lucia Page is a DEI&B leader recognized for her passion and ability for cultivating work cultures of inclusion and belonging. She is the President of the American Family Insurance Enterprise's Women's Business Resource Group whose mission is to educate, empower and advocate for the advancement of women. As President, Lucia leads the WBRG's strategic alignment to the Enterprise's Inclusive Excellence goals and oversees the execution of WBRG event and program offerings, membership and communications experience, and partnerships. She served as a member of American Family Insurance's National BRG Strategic Planning Team, responsible for aligning the Enterprise's Operating Company BRGs under its new, National BRG structure.

Lucia has over 6 years’ experience leading Employee Resource Groups and over 25 years of experience spanning digital advertising, marketing and communications, and digital transformation. She holds a BA in Communication Studies from University of Iowa, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion certifications from Cornell University and the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce and is a Level 3 - Certified Expert ERG Leader from ERG Leadership Alliance. She is also a Certified SAFe® 5 Program Consultant, Lean Portfolio Manager and SAFe Agilest.

Lucia identifies as a cis-gendered, Asian, Hispanic/LatinX (pronouns: she/her/hers), Christian woman and a proud member of the LGBTQiA+ community. She has served as a commissioner on the Iowa City Housing & Community Development and Human Rights Commissions and currently serves on the Board of Directors for Strong Women Strong Girls, a Boston-based, multi-generational mentoring program serving women and girls. She currently lives in Medford, MA, with her wife, Robin, their three sons, ages 16, 7 and 4, and their 2 year old puppy. She loves traveling, reading, and taking in new experiences.