Resilience and Reinvention: Thriving Through Career Transitions

Get ready for an inspiring, career-charged conversation with Vanessa Youngs, Vice President of Global Inclusion at Moody’s! From her days as a White House intern to shaping Moody’s Inclusion strategy, Vanessa has mastered the art of reinvention while making a real impact. She’ll share her personal journey—complete with lessons learned, career pivots, and stories of success—to help you embrace change with confidence. Whether you’re plotting your next big move or just need a dose of career inspiration, this fireside chat is your opportunity to learn from a true powerhouse. Come for the insights, stay for the motivation, and leave ready to tackle whatever’s next! Vanessa will be joined in conversation by Moody’s Kimberly Lyons, Vice President, Product Manager.

Meet the Speakers

Vanessa Youngs

Vanessa Youngs is a Vice President of Global Inclusion at Moody’s where she develops and communicates the inclusion strategy across the organization and is the contact for strategic partners supporting, women, black heritage, neurodiverse employees, and veterans.

Vanessa joined Moody’s in 2012 as a member of the Public Finance Group Surveillance Team and most recently, she served as a Vice President-Strategic Planner for the Office of the Moody’s Ratings President, building and executing strategic priorities across business lines and geographies.

Previously, Vanessa was a White House Intern for the National Economic Council focusing on the role of women and African Americans in the economy. Before that, she worked for the New York City Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget as a senior revenue analyst.

Vanessa received her Master of Science in Urban Policy and Management from the New School University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology, Economics and Business from Lafayette College.

Vanessa also is on the Board of Mercersburg Academy in Mercersburg, PA, and is on the Executive Board of Northeast Women in Public Finance. She is the virtual host and Trustee of Grace Baptist Church in Mount Vernon, NY.

About Diversity Reboot Summit

Welcome to the 2025 Diversity Reboot Summit Series: Amplifying Black Excellence!

Get ready for our most exciting summit yet! Join us as we kick off the year with the fourth annual Amplifying Black Excellence Summit and Job Fair, a transformative celebration of extraordinary Black leaders in business, tech, policy, media, and beyond.

What to Expect:

Inspiring Keynotes: Hear from trailblazing Black thought leaders and visionaries.
Engaging Panels: Dive into dynamic discussions with industry game-changers.
Interactive Sessions: Participate in hands-on workshops and gain actionable insights.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals and expand your network.

Don't Miss the Virtual Career Fair:

Looking for your next big opportunity? Join us on February 6th for our free virtual career fair! Meet top employers who are hiring across all experience levels. Then, wrap up the week on Friday, February 7th with our Career Catalyst Workshop—packed with resume tips, interview suggestions, and more. Your summit ticket gives you access to all these events!

Why Attend?

Celebrate Black Excellence: Honor the achievements of Black entrepreneurs and leaders.
Foster DEIB: Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in your workplace and beyond.
Drive Change: Equip yourself with the tools and strategies to make a real impact.

Past Speakers Include:

Charlene Wheeless (APCO Worldwide), LaFawn Davis (Indeed), Rha Goddess (MoveTheCrowd), Audra Jenkins (Randstad North America), Mecca Imanil (GoThru), and many more.

Together, let’s honor and uplift Black excellence, challenge the status quo, and shape a future where diversity is celebrated, opportunities are equal, and success is within everyone’s reach.

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