Share Your Road

Everyone has a story—and every story holds lessons to learn from

That's why Roadtrip Nation has created an advice platform where professionals who've been through life's twists and turns can pass down their insights to others who are just starting out on their career journey. Share the steps you've taken to get where you are today, and help others find their way.

What’s in the Share Your Road Community?

Explore the Career—and Life—Journeys of People from All Walks of Life

Eric Charran

Chief Architect, Microsoft

I design complex software solutions using Artificial Intelligence.

Erika Rodriguez

Marketing Associate, Zipcar

Collaborate with the SD team on the development, execution, and measurement of member acquisition.

Scott Barry Kaufman

Scientific Director, Imagination Institute

We're dedicated to measuring and developing imagination across all sectors of society.

Carolyn Lesser

Director of Engineering, Microsoft

I lead a multi-discipline engineering team that creates inclusive online learning experiences.

Mitchell Peterson

Director of Academic Review, Walden University

I use data to support the academic quality and continuous improvement goals of Walden University.

Joanna Kelley

Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences, Washington State University

I run a research laboratory - I conduct genomics research, teach, and serve the scientific community.

Learn How Others Got to Where They Are Today

Adriana Ocampo

Corporate Auditor, Boeing

I work in Corporate Audit, evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of the company’s risk management.

MILESTONES

When I was 17, I left Colombia to go to Canada as an exchange student and then to the US for college
I'm a big risk-taker; that quality has opened me up to the most important opportunities in my life.

See Adriana's Full Story

Kiran Dhillon, Ph.D.

Postdoctoral Researcher, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center

I study chemotherapy resistance in breast and ovarian cancers.

MILESTONES

As a child in India, my grandfather told me, "You're going to be a doctor." It sounded great to me!
In high school, I loved science; we did some live dissections that really stuck with me.

See Kiran's Full Story

Joe Stanford III

Information Systems Manager, Travelers

I leverage technology to deliver business solutions.

MILESTONES

Upon graduating from high school, I enlisted in the United States Air Force.
During my military career, I was stationed in Las Vegas, NV and Tokyo, Japan.

See Joe's Full Story

Arnie Witchel

President, Witchel & Associates

I work with organizations to develop leadership and team capabilities.

MILESTONES

Worked for an advertising agency and got my bachelor's degree.
I became a salesperson for a broadcasting representative firm.

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John West

Art Director, John K. West Illustration & Design

I create art that punches a time clock. Its job is to provoke a response.

MILESTONES

I majored in art and French because I had a passion for them.
I got a job in France as a translator thanks to contacts I made as an undergrad.

See John's Full Story

Eric Bliss

Academic Coordinator, Walden University (Laureate Education)

I manage projects, supervise and schedule faculty, negotiate disputes, & build strategic consensus.

MILESTONES

I worked at Space Camp while completing a BS in chemistry.
I worked as a process development laboratory technician before continuing to graduate school.

See Eric's Full Story

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