2023
WINNER
Damaris Dominguez
Manager of customer advocacy & managed account services, National Grid
Her work locations: Worcester and Northborough
Residence: Framingham
Education: Bachelor's degree in Spanish from Regis College; certified in secondary & bilingual
education
Who's career would you most like to emulate? I admired my college sponsor, Joan Bok. She
was chairperson of New England Electric at a time when women in that type of leadership role
and business was rare. She believed and provided me an opportunity to showcase my skills and
eagerness to work hard.
What are the main obstacles women face to success in the workplace? Limiting ourselves
in not advancing because we think we don't have the right qualifications or we are too afraid of
being rejected. Even a rejection can be a learning moment.
What advice would you give to young women joining the workforce? Don't be afraid to put
yourself out there and don't worry if you don't know exactly where you're headed at the start of
your career. You will figure it out along the way, as long as you take advantage of opportunities.
