Jess Downey, Author at Real Woman

Inside Life on Lockdown of Local Women Ages 18 to 81

Posted by Jess Downey | Jul 16, 2020

Five local women share their experiences during this frightening, historic, and unforgettable 4 months that shook our lives to the very core.

Carolynn Johnson is Working to Create a More Inclusive American Workforce

Posted by Jess Downey | Apr 23, 2020

The 39-year-old is leading DiversityInc’s charge to reshape the workforce, evaluating companies on their diversity practices and challenging them to become more inclusive.

Before the World Turned Upside Down, I Ran It in 7 Days

Posted by Jess Downey | Apr 14, 2020

In February, I completed 7 marathons in 7 days on 7 continents, making me one of 169 people to...

7 Female Surgeons on the Cutting Edge

Posted by Jess Downey | Apr 7, 2020

Seven of Capital Health’s female surgeons take us inside their decisions to venture into a male-dominated field, what it took to get there, and explain how medical advancements are enabling them to help more patients live better and longer.