Woman of the Week - Adelaide Reilly - The Channel Company
In this insightful episode of Woman of the Week, Jacquie Rives sits down with Adelaide “AJ” Reilly, Chief Product Officer at The Channel Company, for a conversation that’s equal parts inspiring, authentic, and full of actionable wisdom. A proud Cleveland native turned Boston-area resident, AJ shares her unconventional journey from literature major to tech-savvy executive, highlighting how curiosity, grit, and a passion for continuous learning shaped her 27+ year career.
From building a company’s first website to leading the charge in digital media and product innovation, AJ reflects on transformational moments that helped her flourish in the dynamic world of the channel. She opens up about her leadership philosophy, the importance of investing in people, and even offers a creative twist to one-on-ones—puzzling, literally.
AJ also gets candid about the subtle patterns that can hold women back in the workplace and encourages all of us to stop apologizing for asking questions and to own our space with confidence and clarity. Her servant leadership style is rooted in both empathy and strategy—a balance she continues to refine.
Tune in for career gems, real talk, and a reminder that leadership doesn’t follow a straight line—it’s a mosaic of curiosity, courage, and community.