Kelli Stewart’s Inspiring RSPA Journey | Talk Tonic
Kelli Stewart on Leadership, Community, and Longevity
In this episode of Talk Tonic, we meet Kelli Stewart, a veteran in the retail technology space and a longtime RSPA board member. With nearly a decade of service, Kelli offers a unique perspective on leadership and what it truly means to give back to the community that helped shape her journey.
Kelli talks candidly about how the RSPA became a support system during pivotal moments in her business’s growth. From education sessions to peer mentorship, she reflects on the insights and relationships that have helped her adapt and thrive in a fast-evolving industry.
Balancing Career and Family with Intention
One of the most powerful parts of Kelli’s story is her transition from full-time professional to stay-at-home mom and back again. She shares the emotional complexities of that shift, along with the unexpected ways motherhood sharpened her leadership skills.
Kelli also opens up about the importance of recognition, the often unseen work of parenting, and how those experiences deepened her empathy as a business leader. Her reflections are honest, relatable, and full of insight for anyone juggling personal and professional priorities.
Advocating for Women in Tech
A longtime advocate for women in the industry, Kelli discusses her involvement in Women 2 Women (W2W), the RSPA’s initiative to support and elevate female professionals. She shares how the community has evolved over the years, and why creating space for diverse voices is critical to the industry’s future.
Whether you’re deep in retail tech or simply looking for an inspiring story about resilience and purpose, this episode delivers. Watch the full interview above to learn more about Kelli’s RSPA journey, and why her story continues to shape the next generation of leadership.
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