09/30/2026
A Miles Memory from Jessica Sanchez, Marketing Director:
"Years ago, we were preparing for an important presentation. I was handling my usual role behind the scenes: organizing handouts, coordinating logistics, arranging catering, and making sure everything was ready.
The day before the meeting, I joined the team for a run-through. Everyone was reviewing their part of the presentation when Miles suddenly turned to me.
“Okay, Jess, what will you say in your introduction?”
I must have looked completely surprised. I had prepared everything around the presentation, but it had never occurred to me that I would be part of giving it.
Miles noticed my reaction and shared a story with me.
During a visit to Africa, he had learned about drum circles and was struck by the idea that everyone in the circle is invited to participate. Each person may play a different part, but every contribution matters.
That was Miles.
He believed that if you were part of the team, your voice mattered. It didn’t matter what your title was or whether your role was in front of the room or behind the scenes. You had something to contribute, and he wanted you to know it.
That day, Miles gave me more than a speaking role. He gave me a lesson about inclusion, confidence, and leadership that has stayed with me ever since.
As we celebrate 40 years of Access Capital, it’s moments like this that remind me how much Miles shaped our culture, often through simple gestures that left a lasting impression."
Everyone has a place in the circle. And everyone’s contribution matters.
