Work-Life-Health Balance through Menopause: A Watercooler Conversation

Kavita Joshi (she/hers) is an experienced Learning Experience Design Program Manager at ASI, with a distinguished career in developing and delivering impactful training solutions for diverse organizations. With a strong background in process improvement and gap analysis, she excels at aligning training initiatives with business goals, enhancing operational efficiency, and optimizing learning outcomes. Passionate about women’s health, particularly menopause awareness, Kavita actively supports education and collaboration around this pivotal life stage. She is committed to raising awareness and providing resources that empower women to navigate menopause with confidence, focusing on creating supportive environments where women can learn, share, and thrive.

Before joining ASI, Kavita served as a Human Resource Development Specialist at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center, where she managed training resources for 3,500 employees and led the development of an innovative online tuition application. She also served as a Training Coordinator at the Department of Education, orchestrating nationwide training programs. A certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Kavita combines her professional expertise with a dedication to making a positive impact in both her career and personal life. She resides in Maryland with her husband, two sons, and mother, enjoying crochet, walks, and films in her downtime.

Sharon Seibel, MD, is an educator, speaker, and health and wellness advocate for midlife women. She is the Associate Editor of The Hot Years Magazine and co-author of Working Through Menopause: The Impact on Women, Businesses, and the Bottom Line. Her latest book, Beating the Odds, Lessons Learned from Pancreatic Cancer, is due out in 2025. Dr. Seibel is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist.

Carleeka Basnight-Menendez is a passionate community and women’s wellness advocate, renowned as an award-winning public speaker, Life Coach and accomplished author. She excels as a leadership development trainer. Carleeka holds a Biology Pre-Med degree from Norfolk State University, equipping her with solid scientific expertise to drive her advocacy work.

Born in Frankfurt, Germany, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Carleeka brings a professional prowess to her initiatives. She is guided by the fundamental belief that changing one’s perspective is pivotal to transforming one’s life—a principle reflected in her transformative coaching and speaking engagements.

Carleeka’s commitment to service and education is complemented by her love for creating lasting memories with her family. She also cherishes her passion for acting and singing, infusing creativity and joy into her life and work. Her multifaceted experiences inspire others toward holistic growth and empowerment.