SUMMARY: In an insightful interview led by Rachel Oh at the IHL YAC Summit, Dawn Clarke-Doccuvi shared her remarkable journey and offered valuable advice to the audience. Dawn, General Counsel, Chief of Compliance, and Ethics Officer of the American Red Cross, detailed her impressive educational background, including degrees from the University of Toronto, New York Brooklyn College, and Cornell University. Her diverse career began as a teacher in New York before transitioning into law to focus on business and corporate interests. Dawn’s international experiences, particularly in Shanghai, sharpened her cultural understanding and language skills, including her proficiencies in English, German, Spanish, and French. She candidly discussed the challenges she faced, such as balancing career ambitions with family time and seeking fulfillment, which has led her to her current role at the Red Cross.