Woman of the Week ~ Danielle Schrickel

Here at Executive Elements, we like to feature fantastic women we think you should know. Some of these women are clients, some are friends, some are women we’ve only just met. But they all have this in common: they are dynamic, interesting women who have agreed to share with us their insights and secrets to success.

My Name: Danielle Schrickel

My Current Job/Company: Sales Manager, Emerson Group

My Work: I work with over 60 companies that produce roughly 360 over-the-counter and beauty brands that you can find at their your favorite drugstore or grocery store. I help strategize marketing campaigns, manage contracts and work with my customers to make sure my clients’ products are on the shelves or on their websites.

My Passion: Family and friends first and foremost, then supporting excellence and fair-play for women in their chosen careers.

My Family: My husband Brady, my all-too-grown up daughter Lena (12 yrs) who loves music and dance and my son Luke (10 yrs) who loves anything Marvel, art and Legos.

My Hero or Heroes: I have so many! My parents are both heroes giving me inspiration on becoming a good mother and someone who isn’t afraid to go after what I want professionally. From there, I can go on and on in terms of personal heroes when it comes to my ideals, so I’ll just say anywhere someone is fighting to level the playing field and give everyone a fair shot at success, I’m in!

My Escape: I am used to travelling for work, so I use those little breaks to enjoy a hotel room all to myself. I love the beach and a really good massage will completely refresh life for me.

Pet Peeve: Passive-aggressive people and the words “I can’t!”

My Indulgence: Chocolate and bourbon.

My Roots: Originally from Youngstown, Ohio, so I’m from a town of hard working and family-oriented people…and amazing Italian food!

My Future: Loving what I do for a living, watching my kids become amazing people and enjoying life with my husband.

My Favorite Quote: “You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think.” Winnie the Pooh (A.A. Milne)

My Accessory: I’m a sucker for shoes and jewelry (especially vintage pieces. Honey Rose and K is an obsession!)

My Advice to Young Women: (1) Be ready for anything! Sometimes those well-laid plans aren’t really what you find yourself wanting to do in life and that’s okay. Be ready to pivot or change direction because it can lead to your passion! (2) Trust your intuition. I’ve found that my first reaction always guides me to the right decision. No one knows you better than you know yourself.

How I Balance it All: It takes more than just me, to be honest. Having a partner in life who is willing to let me lead sometimes and alternate when needed is essential. Traveling is something I love, but it can be a challenge with kids and Brady is amazing at simply stepping up and taking charge of our crazy life. The other essential is making sure I take care of myself, both physically and emotionally. I’m no good to anyone else if I’m not in a good place. Sometimes that means yoga or working out or a cocktail with my friends…whatever the doctor orders to reset.