She pointed out two problems no executive had noticed, including a cleaning-supply storage area too far from the freight elevator.

We fixed them.

It wasn’t a grand gesture.

That was exactly why it mattered.

PART 17: The Board’s Findings

After six weeks, the outside investigators delivered their findings to the audit committee.

They concluded that Bridgett had intentionally thrown her drink during the elevator confrontation, had repeatedly violated workplace conduct rules, and had participated in improper expense approval practices.

Some allegations of retaliation were substantiated; others lacked sufficient evidence.