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by Mary Ann Cloyd (Author)
The Audacity to Wonder by Mary Ann Cloyd is an inspiring memoir that reveals her personal and professional journey, including to prominent leadership positions as a partner at PwC, and the life chapters that followed after retiring from PwC. Overcoming significant personal and professional challenges, Mary Ann's story is a testament to the power of persistence, resilience, and love. Raised by her grandparents, she navigated a male-dominated industry and a challenging family history with unwavering determination.
This book offers valuable lessons for anyone searching for their place in the world. Mary Ann shares profound insights for those in pursuit of a life well lived and building a meaningful legacy, fostering inclusivity, and leading with integrity. Her narrative blends personal reflection with professional wisdom, providing a unique perspective on transforming challenges into personal growth and opportunity. The book is replete with stories of growing up different, coming from a broken home and raised by grandparents, her early career in Texas and journey to becoming a partner at a Big Six Accounting Firm and on to significant leadership positions at PwC, and her determination to thrive as she faced individuals without conscience. Each anecdote highlights the importance of resilience, gratitude, and compassion in achieving success. The Audacity to Wonder is not just a memoir; it's a beacon of inspiration and encouragement for those seeking to make a lasting impact in their personal and professional lives.Author Biography
MARY ANN CLOYD currently serves on the boards of Fresh Del Monte Produce, Ekso Bionics, and NCMIC Group. She is a retired PwC partner, and held many leadership positions, including serving on the Global and US Boards of Partners and Principals and leading the Governance Insights Center. In her commitment to giving back, she is Vice Chair of the Board of the Geffen Playhouse, and is on the Board of the Caltech Associates and the Advisory Board of the UCLA Iris Cantor Women's Center. Mary Ann holds a BBA from Baylor University, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. Mary Ann resides in New York City as a happy, childless lady who loves cats.
