Angel Costanza is the Chief Operating Officer at Beck Bode, where she serves as the chief translator of the founders’ vision into the real-time, day-to-day operations of a fast-growing wealth management firm. Beck Bode has a growing footprint, with locations in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Michigan—each one reflecting the firm’s commitment to delivering personalized, values-driven financial guidance rooted in the communities we serve. With deep experience in financial services, Angel oversees every facet of the firm’s operations—from practice management and compliance to shaping a vibrant company culture through hiring, employee development, and retention. She also navigates the evolving technology and custodial landscape to ensure seamless service for clients.
In September 2024, Angel was diagnosed with breast cancer. Throughout her treatment and recovery, she continued to lead with strength and clarity, helping Beck Bode thrive during a pivotal time. Her journey has only deepened her commitment to building a resilient, people-first organization.
Angel lives in Rhode Island with her husband, Nick, where they enjoy exploring the Ocean State’s natural beauty by land and by sea.
Show Notes:
In this heartfelt and candid episode, Liz sits down with Angel Costanza, chief operating officer at Beck Bodhi, to talk about a topic that’s as personal as it is universal: the intersection of career, cancer, and courage.
Angel shares how a chance encounter with a rack of pink bras set off a life-changing chain of events that led to her breast cancer diagnosis. Liz opens up about her own recent battle with Hodgkin’s lymphoma, and together, they unpack what it’s like to maintain a career, lead a team, and navigate work culture while dealing with serious illness.
Listeners will hear:
- Personal stories from Liz and Angel on recognizing the signs, advocating for themselves, and the emotional roller coaster of diagnosis
- Surprising cancer statistics and common misconceptions—like how most breast cancer patients don’t have a family history or the BRCA gene
- The role of intuition and “inner knowing” in listening to your body’s signals
- How trauma and illness profoundly shift our perspectives on empathy, work culture, boundaries, and accepting help
- Honest commentary on the impact of AI in business communications, and how technology can (or can’t) replace the human touch
- Whether you’re a professional grappling with health issues or just want to hear a real conversation about resilience and community, this episode will leave you inspired, informed, and maybe a little teary-eyed. Don’t miss it!
Connect with Angel Costanza:
- LinkedIn: Angel Williams Costanza
- Email: angel@beckbode.com
- Website: beckbode.com
Topics Mentioned:
- Cancer advocacy & self-advocacy
- Realities of working through chemo
- Building team culture & accepting help
- The emotional aftermath of diagnosis
- AI in the workplace
