In this heartfelt Mother’s Day episode of More Than the Dress, host Michele C. Meyer-Shipp is joined by her three sons—Miles, Marcus, and Mason—for a candid and joyful conversation about the intersection of motherhood, leadership, and legacy. As CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide and a mother of three grown sons, Michele opens up about the balancing act between raising a family and leading a purpose-driven career. Together, they reflect on the values passed down, the lessons learned across generations, and the everyday rituals that kept their bond strong—even during the busiest times. From lighthearted memories to deep moments of vulnerability, this special episode is a celebration of the resilience, love, and support that define modern motherhood.

More Than the Dress is a podcast hosted by Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, Esq., CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, the leading global nonprofit employment resource for women. Each episode features a corporate thought leader or a client ambassador engaging in conversations about relevant, current issues women face in their journeys to economic independence.
More Than the Dress aims to recognize, celebrate, and honor incredible and notable women while addressing the challenges and opportunities for women to thrive in work and life in the ever-evolving work landscape. Our guests are remarkable women with notable stories to share!
At the forefront of the women’s empowerment movement for 27 years, Dress for Success has served over 1.3 million women of all walks of life in over 139 affiliates in more than 20 countries. It started in 1997 providing professional attire, and its services have expanded beyond the suit to offer career coaching and mentoring, skill readiness, upskilling and reskilling, networking, and community. Dress for Success helps women build confidence and determination from the inside out.
Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, Esq., CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, is a lawyer, talent culture, and DEIA strategist. A sought-after speaker, Michele has decades of expertise in Talent Management, Human Resources, Multicultural Marketing, Strategic Partnerships/External Affairs, Employee Relations, Employment Law, Crisis Management, Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness, and more.