Name: Brandy Carrington
Company or Organization: Ring Lardner Middle School- Niles Community Schools
What is your job or role there? Principal
Where do you live? Niles
How do you think that Bold Women of Business demonstrate being bold?
I believe that, by nature, all women are bold—especially when they are unapologetically themselves.
Bold women are often defined by a number of descriptors. What top three would say most exemplify your personality?
Confident
Unafraid
Distinctive
Please provide an example of when you feel you were at your very best in taking action on the job or in your role.
When I became Principal at Ring Lardner, my goal was to foster a culture that inspires both staff and students to look forward to coming to school, while maintaining high expectations for everyone. After a year, I truly believe that this positive and motivated culture has taken root at Ring Lardner.
What’s the funniest thing that ever happened on your road to success?
Every day spent working with young people brings moments of humor—it’s one of the most rewarding and enjoyable parts of the job
Who most inspires your personal drive for success every day?
My family and my students
What is your best advice to women in Southwest Michigan looking to succeed, as you have, in business?
Always believe in yourself. It may sound simple, but you are your greatest advocate—and the way you speak to yourself sets the tone for your day, your week, your month, and even your year. When you trust in your abilities and set clear goals, you’re already halfway to achieving them. Confidence fuels progress, and every step forward begins with believing that you can!
What does your selection to the ranks of the Bold Women of Business from Moody on the Market mean to you?
It is a great honor to serve as a female leader in the community. This role holds deep meaning for me, and I hope it serves as an inspiration to the young men and women in my school.
