Alethea Cababa is the Director of Retirement Plans at Hearst Corporation, with over 17 years of experience helping employees build financial confidence. She leads programs that promote financial literacy and wellness, focusing on empowering Women, Black, and Hispanic employee groups.
Originally from the Philippines, Alethea began her career as a Physics teacher and later became a Science Department Chair in the Charlotte school system before joining Hearst. Her journey from the classroom to corporate leadership reflects her lifelong commitment to helping others learn, grow, and thrive.
Alethea is also a proud member of Hearst Speaks, where she advocates for open dialogue on racial and social issues, helping foster a culture of inclusion and belonging. Through Hearst’s Change Agent Program, she deepened her role as a champion for diversity and inclusion, and as a Level Up Ventures scout, she supports Black and Hispanic entrepreneurs driving innovation and change. She serves as a mentor in Hearst’s Corporate Mentorship Program, guiding a fellow woman of color colleague to build confidence, and achieve career success.
A dedicated member of ASPPA, PSCA, ARA, and Women in Retirement, Alethea continues to inspire others—especially women and people of color—to pursue equity and create stronger financial futures for themselves and their communities.