International Women's Day | Cincinnati Bengals - bengals.com
On International Women's Day and throughout Women's History Month, we're celebrating the women of the Bengals front office who are changing the game & inspiring the next generation. Scroll below to gain insight from these talented women.
Best part of working with the women in the Bengals front office?
Caroline Blackburn - Senior Manager of Digital Strategy
"I feel lucky to be surrounded by strong, incredibly talented women who share a true passion for this team and city."
Maggie Bulmer - Member Relations Representative - South 100
"I take a lot of pride for being a woman in sports, and I am so fortunate that I get to work in front office that is so well represented with powerful women in all levels!"
What is your favorite part of working at the Bengals?
Elizabeth Blackburn - Director of Strategy and Engagement
"The fulfillment of helping the Bengals and football bring fun, optimism and unity to the world."
Robyn Engels - Senior Account Manager
"I love being a part of the buzzing energy our sponsors and fans exhibit while being genuinely connected to our brand."
Marisa Contipelli - Senior Producer and Team Reporter
"As a storyteller, this one is easy - sharing our players stories. Working in our content department I've had the opportunity to build relationships with our players and coaches, and having the trust from them to tell their stories is something I'll never take for granted. Connecting our fans to their favorite players is one of my favorite parts of this job! I also love working for a family run organization. The passion our ownership has for this team and their employees is felt every single day I walk into the building. It makes a big difference when you love going to work every day."
Mina Creamer - Senior Graphic Designer
"Seeing all of our hard work come to life! There is truly no better feeling than seeing fans on gameday carrying souvenir items we designed, sporting the shirts we designed, interacting with content we created, while Who Dey'ing their hearts out after every touchdown with their loved ones. I grew up doing those things, and being able to help contribute to that experience is something I am extremely grateful for."
Most influential woman in your life?
Lacy Ekert - Chief Partnership Officer
"My former professor, Sherry Liikala, made a huge impact on how I began my professional career."
Katie Blackburn - Executive Vice President
"My mom"
Ellen Gilker - Front Office Receptionist
"My Mother; My friend Amy; my High School coach Carolyn Condit"
Midge Mazur - Lead Digital Coordinator
"My Mother, my sister, Katie Foglia, Annie Valeant, Erin Disney, Caroline Blackburn"
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve been given?
Sydney Watterson - Ben-Gal Cheerleader
"The best advice I've ever received is to be unapologetically myself. Growing up I have always been taught to embrace my unique qualities, pursue my passions, and stand up for what I believe in. Now, as an adult, this advice has helped me overcome challenges in both my personal and professional journeys. It highlights that dedication, determination, and discipline, along with self-belief, can lead to great things. Additionally, with this mindset, I have been able to surround myself with other resilient and accomplished women who share similar values. Every day, they serve as reminders that by just being myself I can overcome anything. "
Advice to a younger you?
Katie Reichel - Graphic Design Assistant
"Believe in yourself, embrace challenges as opportunities for growth, and never underestimate the power of perseverance on your journey."
Mya Rhoden - Ben-Gal Cheerleader
"Dream big and dream loud!"
Alexandra Greene - Senior Member Relations Representative
"Don't be so afraid of failing. Failure is something that pushes you closer to success and without failure you won't learn anything on how to succeed."
Delaney Wilder - Ben-Gal Cheerleader Captain
"Be inspirational to others."
Advice to a future you?
Madison Mullinger - Media Coordinator
"Always do things that make you excited!"
Emilee Iuvara - Ben-Gal Cheerleader
"Focus your energy on the people and opportunities that leave you feeling inspired and supported <3"
Advice to a young woman who wants to work in sports?
Mari Lohmueller - Account Manager, Corporate Partnerships
"The best piece of advice I've been given is "There is no path until you walk it." Originally spoken by Ethan Hawke, but given to me by my dad. When I was getting started in the industry, I was terrified. Many of my friends were getting their first full time job after college graduation and starting down their career path. I was getting ready to start a six month internship with no promise of a full time job after, and I was afraid of the path in front of me. I worried I was behind, that I wasn't going to make it. That I would fail. I thought about giving up, because that would be easier than facing the unknown ahead of me. But with the support of incredible family and friends, I took the leap and started down my own path. I worked hard, I threw everything I had into being the best I could be and controlled everything I could within my control. I stopped telling myself the story that I was on the wrong path, but instead I assured myself that I was creating my own as I went. And what a cool thing that is to be able to do? Starting down my own path led me to a full time job after the end of six months, and now I've been with the team for six years. I've started down new paths, I've hit so many new milestones and I've learned so much along the way. Every day I remind myself that the path in front of me will always be right, so as long as I keep choosing what makes me happy, keep working as hard as I can, and keep on walking."
One word to describe you?
Shea Stephenson - Producer
"queen"
Sidnee Berch - Digital Marketing Coordinator
"Authentic"
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