“Breast Cancer Has Made Me a Better Leader,” Cara Lewis

Diagnosed with breast cancer at age 29, Cara Lewis’ perspective on the priorities of work and personal life were profoundly changed.

Timed to Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Beet.TV has republished Cara’s 2023 interview, where Dentsu’s Chief Investment & Activation Officer discusses her journey and her role as an advocate.

Cara told Beet.TV her health journey has made her a “better leader,” making her more empathetic, understanding, she said in this interview with Beet.TV.

Cara lends her voice to the Media Ladies Conquering Cancer, an impactful support group for members of the advertising and media industry and their families and will acknowledge Breast Cancer Awareness Month on Oct. 8 while hosting the Beet.TV Leadership Summit at Dentsu’s New York offices.

Please join us in supporting Media Ladies Conquering Cancer this month and throughout the year.

Thank you Cara for all you do.

Andy

By Andy Plesser on October 6, 2024October 6, 2024 @beet_tv

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