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Sabrina Wilson and the Power of Perseverance: Part 2 of 2

In part two of a two-part episode of Get Vertical!, host Mike McCalley continues his conversation with Sabrina Wilson, SVP of HR at dormakaba Americas, exploring how perseverance, self-confidence, and resilience shape effective leadership. Wilson shares personal stories of overcoming gender and stature-related obstacles in corporate settings and discusses the application of Moore's Law to change management. The episode emphasizes the lasting impact a positive, resilient leader can have on colleagues and organizations.

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Sabrina Wilson draws on personal obstacles — including gender and stature challenges — to build resilience-based HR and change management strategies.

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The episode explores applying Moore's Law as a framework for understanding and managing organizational change.

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Maintaining a positive outlook and self-confidence can create a lasting ripple effect on colleagues and workplace culture.

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In the second part of a two-part Get Vertical! Episode with guest Sabrina Wilson, Senior Vice President of Human Resources at dormakaba Americas, host Mike McCalley continues his look into the importance of perseverance in the workforce. McCalley and Wilson focus on energy, where success is likely, and the application of Moore's law in change management. Wilson shares her experiences of overcoming challenges related to her stature and gender in the corporate world, emphasizing the importance of self-confidence and resilience. Their conversation also touches on the significance of maintaining a positive outlook and the impact one can have on others, even years later.

Wilson shares her experiences of overcoming challenges related to her stature and gender in the corporate world, emphasizing the importance of self-confidence and resilience.

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Mike McCalley

Host, Get Vertical! with Mike McCalley

Mike McCalley is the host of Get Vertical!, a podcast produced through MarketScale that focuses on growth, perseverance, and leadership lessons from industry professionals. He conducts in-depth interviews with executives and leaders across industries, drawing out personal stories and practical insights. McCalley has a background in sales and leadership within the energy and building technology sectors.

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Sabrina Wilson

Senior Vice President of Human Resources

dormakaba Americas

Sabrina Wilson is the Senior Vice President of Human Resources at dormakaba Americas, a global access solutions company. She is a seasoned HR leader with experience navigating organizational change management and workforce challenges. Wilson is known for drawing on personal experiences with adversity — including challenges related to gender and stature in corporate environments — to inform resilient, people-first leadership strategies.

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