The Black Woman's Confidant
The Black Woman's Confidant
Nicole B Washington, DO, MPH
Leading From the Listening Seat: Learning to Lead with Empathy with Robyn Malone
50 minutes Posted Nov 26, 2025 at 4:18 pm.
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This week on The Black Woman's Confidant, Dr. Nicole welcomes Robyn Malone, CEO and Chief Partner Officer of RJ Communications, to delve into her journey as a Black woman in health and wellness PR.

Robyn's distinguished career is defined by her ability to spearhead major campaigns for international organizations such as Pfizer and P&G, while leading large, diverse teams with empathy and purpose. She prioritizes storytelling and humanity, even in fast-paced industries that often focus on metrics. Her work includes impactful initiatives like the "You Don't Know Jack About MS" awareness campaign and successful brand relaunches with a focus on heart.

As a seasoned industry veteran, Robyn shares invaluable wisdom on holding space as a leader and how to cultivate healthy, empathetic corporate cultures, particularly within high-pressure environments.