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Danielle Allen and Mark Fagan say that when tested, thoughtfully deployed, and regulated AI actually can help governments serve citizens better. Sure, there is no shortage of horror stories these days about the intersection of AI and government—from a municipal chatbot that told restaurant owners it was OK to serve food that had been gnawed by rodents to artificial intelligence police tools that misidentify suspects through faulty facial recognition. And now the Trump administration and Elon Musk's so-called Department of Government Efficiency or DOGE say they are fast-tracking the use of AI to root out government waste and fraud, while making public virtually no details about what tools they are using or how they'll be deployed. But Allen and Fagan, say that while careless deployment creates risks like opening security holes, exacerbating inefficiencies, and automating flawed decision-making, AI done the right way can help administrators and policymakers make better and smarter decisions, and can make governments more accessible and responsive to the citizens they serve. They also say we need to reorient our thinking from AI being a replacement for human judgement to a partnership model, where each brings its strengths to the table. Danielle Allen is an HKS professor and the founder of the Allen Lab for Democracy Renovation. Mark Fagan is a lecturer in public policy and faculty chair of the Delivering Public Services section of the Executive Education Program at HKS. They join PolicyCast host Ralph Ranalli to explain the guidelines, guardrails, and principles that can help government get AI right. Policy Recommendations:Danielle Allen's Policy Recommendations:* Support the "people's bid" for TikTok and generally promote an alternative, pro-social model for social media platforms.* Establish AI offices in state governments: Create offices that use AI to enhance openness, accountability, and transparency in government.Mark Fagan's Policy Recommendations:* Implement "sandbox" spaces for regulatory experimentation that allow organizations to test different policy ideas in a controlled environment to see what works.* Adopt a risk-based regulatory approach similar to the EU that categorize AI regulations based on risk levels, with clear guidelines on high-risk activities where AI use is prohibited versus those where experimentation is allowed. Danielle Allen is the James Bryant Conant University Professor at Harvard University. She is a professor of political philosophy, ethics, and public policy and director of the Democratic Knowledge Project and of the Allen Lab for Democracy Renovation. She is also a seasoned nonprofit leader, democracy advocate, national voice on AI and tech ethics, and author. A past chair of the Mellon Foundation and Pulitzer Prize Board, and former dean of humanities at the University of Chicago, she is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and American Philosophical Society. Her many books include the widely acclaimed Talking to Strangers: Anxieties of Citizenship Since Brown v Board of Education;  Our Declaration: a reading of the Declaration of Independence in defense of equality; Cuz: The Life and Times of Michael A.; Democracy in the Time of Coronavirus; and Justice by Means of Democracy. She writes a column on constitutional democracy for the Washington Post. Outside the University, she is a co-chair for the Our Common Purpose Commission and Founder and President for Partners in Democracy, where she advocates for democracy reform to create greater voice and access in our democracy, and to drive progress towards a new social contract that serves and includes us all. She holds Ph.Ds from Harvard University in government and from King's College, University of Cambridge, in classics; master's degrees from Harvard University in government and King's College, University of Cambridge in classics; and an AB from Princeton in classics.Mark Fagan is a lecturer in public policy and former senior fellow at the Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government at Harvard Kennedy School. He teaches Operations Management, Service Delivery via Systems Thinking and Supply Chain Management, and Policy Design and Delivery in the degree program. In executive education, he is the faculty chair for Delivering Public Services: Efficiency, Equity and Quality. In another program, he teaches strategy and cross boundary collaboration. The focus of his research is on the role of regulation in competitive markets. He is presently spearheading an initiative at the Taubman Center for State and Local Government that examines the policy and associated regulatory impacts of autonomous vehicles. He leads efforts to catalyze policy making through Autonomous Vehicle Policy Scrums, cross sector policy design sessions hosted by governments from Boston to Buenos Aries to Toronto. Fagan earned a Masters Degree in City and Regional Planning at Harvard University and a BA at Bucknell University.Ralph Ranalli of the HKS Office of Communications and Public Affairs is the host, producer, and editor of HKS PolicyCast. A former journalist, public television producer, and entrepreneur, he holds an BA in political science from UCLA and a master's in journalism from Columbia University.Scheduling and logistical support for PolicyCast is provided by Lilian Wainaina. Design and graphics support is provided by Laura King and the OCPA Design Team. Web design and social media promotion support is provided by Catherine Santrock and Natalie Montaner of the OCPA Digital Team. Editorial support is provided by Nora Delaney and Robert O'Neill of the OCPA Editorial Team.

The conversation this week is with Jean Machart. Jean is a transformation executive leading companies by applying digital and artificial intelligence to create future-forward products, services, and experiences. She enables growth at scale with industry-leading companies, Fortune 5 Healthcare, Fortune 200 Financial Services, and more, and is prepared to lead the next transformation. She's an artificial intelligence entrepreneur in residence at Digital DX Ventures,a  board member at Asbury Communities for Senior Living and HTEC, and recently was a chief operating officer at Children's Cancer Research Fund. Jean holds an MBA in information technology from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota and completed the “Competing in the Age of Artificial Intelligence” from Harvard Business School's Executive Education Program. If you are interested in learning about how AI is being applied across multiple industries, be sure to join us at a future AppliedAI Monthly meetup and help support us so we can make future Emerging Technologies North non-profit events!Emerging Technologies NorthAppliedAI MeetupResources and Topics Mentioned in this EpisodeDigitalDx VenturesAsbury Communities for Senior LivingChildren's Cancer Research Fund.HTECCo-Intelligence by Ethan MollickCompeting in the Age of AI by Marco Iansiti and Karim R. LakhaniEnjoy!Your host,Justin Grammens

This series aims to demystify Medicaid, starting with insights from federal and state agencies, FQHCs, and managed care organizations, before exploring successful founders' strategies. Readour primers on the key players and innovations here, and stay tuned for upcoming posts featuring interviews with key opinion leaders, purchasers, and startup founders.Cityblock Health is a value-based healthcare provider focused on the complex clinical, behavioral health, and social needs of dually eligible and Medicaid recipients. Cityblock offers the only fully integrated and multi-modal solution that directly delivers clinical care to one of the most at-risk and hardest-to-reach populations. Powered by advanced technology that provides its care team with a data-driven understanding of member needs and risks, Cityblock has demonstrated industry-leading engagement, member retention, meaningful reductions in avoidable hospital readmissions, and reduced total cost of care.Founded in 2017, spun off by Sidewalk Labs, and based in New York, Cityblock has raised nearly $900M to date from investors such as SoftBank, Tiger Global, Maverick Ventures, General Catalyst, Thrive Capital and 8VC, among others. It is now valued at $5.7B. Cityblock currently serves more than 100,000 members, and partners with four national Medicaid health plans and several health systems in 15 cities across seven states.Mike's career has spanned both legal and healthcare leadership roles, starting as a commercial litigator before joining UnitedHealth Group as National Vice President of Medicaid Policy and Product. He went on to serve as CEO of UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Ohio, then as Chief Transformation Officer and President of Government Programs for Optum BH Solutions, and later as Chief Growth Officer and SVP of Growth and Product at UnitedHealth Community and State. In 2024, he joined Cityblock as President to help drive the company's next phase of growth.Mike holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame, a JD from Notre Dame Law School, and attended an Executive Education Program at Stanford Graduate School of Business.In this episode, we learn about how health plans evaluate startups, the complexities of improving access for Medicaid and dual-eligible populations, and Cityblock's innovative approach to building trust and engagement.

Today, I'm joined by Alexa Chilcutt, and we're discussing Executive Presence. Alexa is the Faculty Lead for the Business Communication Certification Program and the Co-lead for the Academy for Women and Leadership at Johns Hopkins Carey Business School's Executive Education Program. She is also an Executive Education faculty member for Texas Christian University, delivering leadership training and coaching to corporations and high-potential mid to senior-level leaders. Her professional background was in public relations and advertising. She is the author of several scientific journal articles on team leadership and impression management. She co-authors the book Engineered to Speak: Helping You Create and Deliver Engaging Technical Presentations. I'm excited to have her on the show to discuss Executive Presence. Show resources: Alexa Chilcutt on LinkedIn Lead to Win book Sponsors: Farrow Skin Care Salty Sailor Coffee Company Leader Connect The Qualified Leadership Series ____ Get all of Jon Rennie's bestselling leadership books for 15% off the regular price today! HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Creating Personalized Health Plan for You   Take away: The importance of personalized, root-cause approaches to health and wellness. Each person's biochemistry is unique, and therefore, health solutions should be tailored accordingly. By understanding one's specific nutritional needs and addressing them through customized supplements and lifestyle changes, many chronic conditions can be significantly improved or even resolved, potentially offering a more effective alternative to conventional medication-based treatments.   Money Learnings: Marc grew up in a family with a "country club lifestyle" and didn't lack for needs. His father ran a business, which embedded an entrepreneurial mindset in Marc. He sold snacks at little league games and later had a bagel delivery route on Sundays. As a teenager, he and his brother bought and sold baseball cards at shows. His family faced significant financial difficulties when Marc was in his late teens due to his father's business sale and subsequent health issues. He witnessed a dramatic shift from a high-spending lifestyle to financial struggles over 4-5 years. This experience taught Marc important lessons about living within one's means, saving, investing, and managing a budget. Unlike his parents, who didn't share much about investments or financial planning, Marc later adopted an open approach with his own children about money matters.   Bio: Marc has led successful entrepreneurial ventures for over 25 years, highlighted by his acquisition and expansion of Village Green Apothecary, an industry-leading integrative and custom compounding pharmacy in Bethesda, MD. Since 2002, under Marc's leadership, Village Green has grown to offer an expansive suite of personalized health offerings, including a vast selection of high-quality nutritional supplements, tailored lab testing with a focus on customized precision nutrient formulations, and nutritional consultations. Marc's passion for functional nutrition and wellness, coupled with Village Green's focus on personalized health, has led to the launch of Humanized Health, an educational resource aimed at helping people get to the root causes of their health conditions. Earlier in his career, Marc founded Glacier Ridge, an all-natural beverage company that was ahead of its time in recognizing the trends toward natural and organic products. After successfully growing and selling the venture, he spearheaded the U.S. expansion of Melitta Coffee. Marc earned a BS in Business Management from Ithaca College and completed a three-year Executive Education Program at MIT. He has been an active member of the Entrepreneurs Organization for 30 years.   Highlights from this episode: Personal experience with a daughter's seizures led to exploring personalized nutrition and brain chemistry testing. Traditional healthcare often focuses on symptom management rather than addressing root causes. Customized vitamin/mineral/amino acid formulas can help balance brain chemistry for many mental health issues. Gut health and microbiome play a critical role in overall wellness. Genetic and lifestyle factors create unique nutritional needs for each individual. Early intervention is key for conditions like autism, but improvements can be made at any age. Experimenting and exploring different interests is valuable for young people to find meaningful work.   Links: https://myvillagegreen.com/     Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom!   Thanks for listening!   Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/   Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes   If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul   https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ rocky@richersoul.com   Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast   Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

In this podcast series, we speak with friends of SSPI who recently made big executive moves. We'll find out what they're doing now and what they hope to achieve in their new roles in the industry. In episode 1, SSPI Director of Engagement Tamara Bond-Williams speaks with Jennifer Manner, Senior Advisor for Space and Satellite Policy at the Office of Spectrum Management in the U.S. National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). Jennifer A. Manner is the Senior Advisor for Space and Satellite Policy at the Office of Spectrum Management in the U.S. National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). In this role, Jennifer is the principle advisor to NTIA on spectrum management issues related to space and satellite communications. Prior to joining NTIA, Ms. Manner served as Senior Vice President, Regulatory Affairs at EchoStar Corporation, Deputy Chief of the Office of Engineering and Technology, as well as the Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Jennifer has also held senior positions at the FCC and in industry, including at MCI/WorldCom (not Verizon) and Skyterra (now Ligado). Jennifer has held leadership roles in a number of organizations including the Global Satellite Operators Association, the Satellite Industry Association, and the U.S. ITU Association. Jennifer has also held leadership positions in a number of U.S. government advisory committees including Chair, Commerce Spectrum Management Advisory Committee and Vice Chair of the FCC's World Radiocommunications Advisory Committee and the Commerce Department's International Trade Advisory Committee. Jennifer also holds leadership positions at the International Telecommunications Union. Further, Jennifer served for over a decade as a professor of law at Georgetown University Law School teaching international telecommunications law, and continues to teach at Carnegie Mellon's Executive Education Program in Technology Policy and the Silicon Flatirons Program at UC Boulder. Jennifer is also an author of numerous articles and several books on spectrum and telecommunications including Spectrum Wars: The Rise of 5G and Beyond (Artech House 2021). Jennifer is currently working on her latest book, Spectrum Wars: A New Hope for Connectivity (expected release 2025). Jennifer is also a filmmaker, with her latest film, When Wire Was King: The Transformation of Telecommunications is available on PBS, as well as Amazon and AppleTV and other streaming platforms. Jennifer holds a B.A. in Political Science and Theater from the State University of New York at Albany, a J.D. cum laude from New York Law School and a LL.M. with honors from Georgetown University Law School. Jennifer lives in Bethesda, MD with her husband, Dr. Eric Glasgow, and her golden doodle, Charliedoodle.

SEGMENT ONE – GUEST: Dr. Jennifer Stewart, new assistant director for research initiatives at Middle Tennessee State University’s Ten

Dr. Joann Massey is the Vice President of Operations for EDGE, the Economic Development Growth Engine for Memphis and Shelby County. She is a recognized community leader with accolades such as 2023 MBJ Power 100, Memphis Business Journal Top 40 Under 40, Leadership Memphis Executive Class 2014 and Top Performer Shelby County Government. She received the 2019 Blaze Award for Economic Justice and the 2021 Memphis Power 30. She was also recognized by the Tri-State Defender as a 2017 Woman of Excellence, a 3V Leading Lady of Shelby County and was also awarded the 2017 Partnership Award by WBEC. She is a 2017 Rose Center Fellow for Equitable Economic Development.  Dr. Massey has certifications in Economic Development from Harvard University, Executive Education Program; Managing Economic Development Organizations from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC); and as a Certified Compliance Administrator from Morgan State University. She is a graduate of Benedictine University, where she graduated summa cum laude with a Master degree in Business Administration (MBA) concentration in Finance. She holds a dual Bachelor of Business Administration and Finance degree from LeMoyne Owen College.https://edgemem.com/

Michelle Wlazlo joined JCPenney in March 2019 as executive vice president, chief merchandising officer, reporting to Marc Rosen, chief executive officer. Wlazlo is responsible for leading the Company's global merchandise strategy and operations including Merchandising, Planning and Allocation, Pricing, Product Design, and Development and Sourcing.Wlazlo brings more than 30 years of merchandising and stores experience from a variety of retailers. In her three years at JCPenney, she has led the charge in clarifying and defining the positioning of the Company's private brands to give customers more choice. Wlazlo led the launch of Thereabouts, JCPenney's most inclusive kid's brand yet with adaptive apparel for children of all abilities; established JCPenney Beauty's partnership with hero brand Thirteen Lune, providing a hyper-inclusive beauty experience; and led the introduction of Hope & Wonder, JCPenney's new purpose-driven private brand, which celebrates festive holidays as well as important cultural moments and gives back to nonprofit partners, to life. Most recently, Wlazlo led the launch of JCPenney's denim lifestyle brand for men, Mutual Weave.Prior to joining JCPenney, she served as senior vice president, merchandising over apparel and accessories, baby gear and essentials at Target Corporation. Before Target, Wlazlo spent 19 years at GAP, Inc., in a variety of roles for Gap, Gap Outlet and Old Navy. She began her career at Saks Fifth Avenue, Inc., before assuming roles as store manager and buyer at Bebe Stores, Inc.Wlazlo attended Lowthian College in Minneapolis and the Executive Education Program at Columbia University's Graduate School of Business. She currently serves on the board of directors for the National Association for the Education of Young Children.Key takeaways from this podcast interview include:1.    Personal Journey to Retail: Michelle Wlazlo's journey into retail stemmed from a fascination and curiosity with shopping. Her experience working in her stepmom's store during high school ignited her passion for the industry, emphasizing the power of fashion and accessories to impact people's lives through simple transactions.2.    Diverse Career at Gap Inc.: Wlazlo spent 19 years at Gap Inc., where she had the opportunity to work in various areas within the company. She specialized in turning around initiatives, launching new businesses, and bringing fresh perspectives to different divisions, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills.3.    Product Focus at JCPenney: Upon joining JCPenney, Wlazlo prioritized fixing the product assortment and driving clarity between brands. Recognizing the importance of good product, she emphasized the need to deliver quality and value to customers, focusing on improving the overall product experience.4.    Partnership with CEO Mark Rosen: Wlazlo highlighted her strong working relationship with CEO Mark Rosen, describing their partnership as complementary and based on trust. They share a passion for product and have a similar taste level, learning from each other and maintaining open communication to drive the company forward.5.    Inclusion and Private Label Strategy: JCPenney's focus on inclusion extends beyond initiatives like the Make It Count program. The company has a long-standing history of catering to diverse customer needs through private brands, with over 50% of product driven by private labels. This strategy involves carefully curating brands to complement each other and staying true to each brand's ethos and DNA.6.    Focus on Leadership and Team Building: Michelle Wlazlo emphasizes the importance of building and maintaining a strong leadership team. She takes pride in the tenure and loyalty of her team members, highlighting the significance of having the right people on board.7.    Transparency and Inspiration: Wlazlo describes her leadership style as transparent and inspiring. She believes in being open about challenges and inspiring her team with a genuine belief in the company's mission and the value it offers to customers.8.    Customer-Centric Approach: Throughout the discussion, there's a recurring theme of prioritizing the customer experience. Whether it's through store remodeling, website improvements, or expanding beauty offerings, JCPenney's investments are aimed at enhancing customer satisfaction.9.    Adaptability and Continuous Learning: Wlazlo emphasizes the importance of stepping out of one's comfort zone and embracing new challenges. She encourages her team to take on tasks that may initially seem daunting, as these experiences foster growth and innovation.10. Team Collaboration and Support: Wlazlo underscores the importance of fostering a supportive and collaborative team environment. She values the camaraderie among team members and their willingness to assist each other, which ultimately contributes to the company's success.

251: Three Keys to Scaling a Global Nonprofit (Kate Grant)SUMMARYAre you ready to scale your nonprofit globally? In episode #251 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, Kate Grant, CEO of the Fistula Foundation, explores key strategies for expanding the reach and impact of nonprofit organizations. Kate shares valuable insights on optimizing board development, advocating for a lean and effective board structure to enhance decision-making and alignment with organizational goals. Delving into talent recruitment, she emphasizes the importance of hiring individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial culture, fostering creativity and innovation. Reflecting on her path to nonprofit leadership, Kate offers candid advice on self-awareness and embracing one's strengths, weaknesses, and humility as a leader.ABOUT KATEKate Grant became the Foundation's inaugural CEO in 2005, transforming it from a single-country operation into a global leader in fistula treatment across over 20 countries. Grant's leadership has fostered key partnerships with organizations like Astellas Pharma EMEA and Johnson & Johnson, significantly increasing the Foundation's impact and earning it top ratings from Charity Navigator and Charity Watch, among others. Under her guidance, the Foundation has vastly expanded its surgical support and built new hospitals in Asia and Africa. Recognized for her contributions, Grant was awarded Nonprofit Marketer of the Year in 2014. Her career includes roles on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, at USAID, and consulting for various international organizations. Grant holds a master's degree from Princeton School of Public and International Affairs and an undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley, alongside completing Harvard's Executive Education Program in Nonprofit Management.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESJust Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption by Bryan StevensonReady for a Mastermind?  Learn more here!Have you gotten Patton's book Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership: Seven Keys to Advancing Your Career in the Philanthropic SectorCheck out our new website, PMAnonprofit.com!

304 Women's Relationships   Whether it be in the workplace, in daily life, or anywhere we go in the world, we meet exceptional individuals that make life both enjoyable and enlightening. It is vital to not only appreciate these people, but to seek out more kindred spirits to lift up and to be lifted up by. In this episode Sarah Elkins and her friends Kimberly Davis and Heather Younger discuss the importance of support and relationships in both our careers and in our down time.   Highlights Surprise someone with support. Be a champion for another. Don't judge or treat another poorly because of your own preconceived notions. Being intentional when lifting others up.  Do not contribute to the hatefulness and meanness in the world, look for the good and the hope that is inspired by those you hold dear.  Make the work worth it, but don't let yourself get overworked and overwhelmed. Everything you do, begins with you, so try to be at your best. Quotes “The folks I hire, I'm not hiring them because they're women. There's a strength about them, there's an independence about them, I can tell they're just going to get stuff done.” “I think the reason I like it is because I know they're intelligent, I can trust them, they know things I don't know.” “Sometimes I do feel so sad, and so fatigued. Like Sisyphus pushing the boulder uphill all the time, that I have to stop and refuel because I am unable to keep an even level of fight or flight because the fight or flight just feels fruitless.” “If there's one person, who changes one behavior, in an audience of hundreds of people, in my mind the impact there is worth it.”   Dear Listeners it is now your turn, When was the last time you lifted someone up, or stood beside them during a trying time? How often do you actively turn to another person on your team and as their help because they have more knowledge on a subject? If you could say one thing to the people in your life that make the work worth it what would you say? Remember Dear Listener everything you do starts with you, so make it come from a place of kindness and understanding.  And, as always, thank you for listening.    About Heather from her LinkedIn "A DYNAMIC APPROACH THAT EASILY ENGAGES THE AUDIENCE."   *Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more content: https://www.youtube.com/@heatherryounger*   Heather R. Younger, J.D., CDP, is an experienced keynote speaker, two-time author, and the CEO and Founder of Employee Fanatix, a leading employee engagement, leadership development, and DEI consulting firm, where she is on a mission to help leaders understand the power they possess to ensure people feel valued at work.   Known as The Employee Whisperer, Heather harnesses humor, warmth, and an instant relatability to engage and uplift audiences and inspire them into action.   Rooted in her belief that employees aren't just numbers on the payroll but human beings with ideas that matter, Heather's talks and workshops are dedicated to helping teams, leaders, and organizations shine by improving how they listen to, communicate with, and empower employees.   "My why is to give a voice to the voiceless at work; those employees who feel powerless or hopeless or helpless."   Heather's personal Why emerged as she sought to find meaning from her difficult experience growing up in the 1970s. As the only child of an interfaith and interracial marriage, both Heather and her Black father were shunned and excluded by extended family because of the color of their skin. While the sting of exclusion left Heather with a lot of questions growing up, it also led her to develop a high level of resilience and a deeply inspired commitment to advocate for anyone who has ever felt devalued.   Today, she credits her capacity to navigate complex social dynamics and discuss identity in the workplace to those early experiences, and is dedicated to creating opportunities for organizational leaders, teams, and individuals to learn strategies for reframing adversity while empowering leaders to change their workplaces for the better.   As a champion for positive change in workplaces, communities, and our world at large, Heather delivers clear and purposeful strategies that drive real business results – such as increased employee engagement, loyalty, collaboration, and connectivity.   The results?   - Team members feel heard, seen, and valued - Companies create safe environments and a culture of trust - Diversity and creativity are celebrated - Resilience rises - Stress falls - Productivity goes through the roof - Customer retention and referrals soar - Everyone wins – sometimes in ways they didn't even realize were possible.   Learn more at heatheryounger.com and employeefanatix.com. Email me at heather@employeefanatix.com Be sure to check out her website and LinkedIn!   About Kimberly from her LinkedIn Kimberly Davis is the founder of the Brave Leadership University and has more than 20 years experience in front of groups and audiences of all sizes. Since 2001, Kimberly has been leading development programs world-wide, around authentic leadership, purpose, presence, influence, presentation skills, communication skills, engagement, and customer experience. In March of 2008, Kimberly launched “OnStage Leadership,” which has received rave reviews and has made an impact on leaders across the country.   Kimberly also teaches Authentic Influence and Executive Presence for SMU's Cox School of Business'​ Executive Education Program and their Latino Leadership Initiative, and for the Bush Institute's WE Lead program (empowering female leaders from the middle east).   Kimberly is a TEDx speaker and her book, Brave Leadership: Unleash Your Most Confident, Authentic, and Powerful Self to Get the Results You Need, was the 2019 winner of the Benjamin Franklin Silver Award for Business and Career; an Amazon Bestseller in Business Leadership, Business Motivation and Self-Improvement, and Motivational Business Management; and was named as the number one book to read in Inc. Magazine's “The 12 Most Impactful Books to Read in 2018,” with a cover-endorsement by best-selling author Daniel Pink.   Specialties: Authentic Leadership, Leadership Development, Career Development, Personal Development, Engagement, Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Presentation Skills, Facilitation, Theatre, Experiential Learning, Customer Experience, Organizational Development, Training & Development, Talent Management Be sure to check out her website and LinkedIn! About Sarah "Uncovering the right stories for the right audiences so executives, leaders, public speakers, and job seekers can clearly and actively demonstrate their character, values, and vision." In my work with coaching clients, I guide people to improve their communication using storytelling as the foundation of our work together. What I've realized over years of coaching and podcasting is that the majority of people don't realize the impact of the stories they share - on their internal messages, and on the people they're sharing them with. My work with leaders and people who aspire to be leaders follows a similar path to the interviews on my podcast, uncovering pivotal moments in their lives and learning how to share them to connect more authentically with others, to make their presentations and speaking more engaging, to reveal patterns that have kept them stuck or moved them forward, and to improve their relationships at work and at home. The audiobook, Your Stories Don't Define You, How You Tell Them Will is now available! Included with your purchase are two bonus tracks, songs recorded by Sarah's band, Spare Change, in her living room in Montana. Be sure to check out the Storytelling For Professionals Course as well to make sure you nail that next interview!

Leadership is a key component of other professional schools, particularly business and policy programs. But it's less emphasized in law schools. Should it be taught in law schools, and what are the most important elements for them to learn? Another critical question is whether leadership training will make a real difference for lawyers as they move into the profession.In this episode, Berkeley Law Dean Erwin Chemerinsky is joined by three expert leaders to talk about what's happening and what law schools can do to make an impact in this area: Christopher Edley, who spent 23 years at Harvard Law School before leading Berkeley Law as dean from 2004 to 2013. He recently finished a term as interim dean of the UC Berkeley School of Education and has a public policy portfolio, including government service, stretching over four decades. Janet Napolitano, who served as president of the University of California from 2013 to 2020, as the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security under President Barack Obama, and as governor and attorney general of Arizona. She's now a professor of public policy at Berkeley and director of the new Center for Security in Politics.Donald Polden, dean emeritus and a professor at Santa Clara University School of Law, where he was dean from 2003 to 2013 and helped develop its curriculum for leadership education.Want to know more about the leadership courses offered by Berkeley Law's Executive Education Program, including Leadership in the Legal Profession, a groundbreaking 10-week leadership course? Click here to see a course description and find out when applications for the spring 2024 cohort will be accepted. Have a question about the law, or a topic you'd like us to cover? Send an email to morejust@berkeley.edu to tell us your thoughts. For a transcript, please visit the episode page on the Berkeley Law podcast hub. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The frothiness of the covid market in business aviation may be in the rearview mirror, but that doesn't mean the space has slowed down. We've certainly come down from the rabid highs, but we're still hovering above pre-pandemic levels in terms of activity.    From the Wheels Up/Delta deal to competition in big cabin jets and pilots, there's a lot happening in the market. What does this activity tell us about the health of and outlook for business aviation? Can we expect more competition between manufacturers?   In this episode, aviation industry strategist, Forbes contributor, and the founder of BRiFO, Brian Foley gives us an update on business aviation trends in 2023.   Guest Bio   Brian Foley is an aviation industry strategist, Forbes contributor, and the Founder of Brian Foley Associates (BRiFO). Foley formed the consultancy Brian Foley Associates (BRiFO) in 2006 to help aerospace firms and investors with strategic research and guidance. Previously he was Marketing Director at Dassault Falcon Jet for 20 years. His career began at Boeing as a flight test engineer and marketing manager. He serves the Transportation Research Board as a member of the business aviation and helicopter subcommittees. He earned a Series 7 General Securities Representative license and is an instrument-rated private pilot. As a Forbes.com contributor and AvBuyer Editor-Market Intelligence, thoughts are shared on the aviation segment. A dual BS degree in aerospace and mechanical engineering from Syracuse University and an MBA from Seattle University are held. He completed Wharton's Executive Education Program in Corporate Governance and is available for non-executive industry director roles.   To find out more, visit https://www.brifo.com/   Learn More About Your Host:   Co-founder and Managing Partner for Northstar Group, Craig is focused on recruiting senior-level leadership, sales, and operations executives for some of the most prominent companies in the aviation and aerospace industry. Clients include well-known aircraft OEMs, aircraft operators, leasing / financial organizations, and Maintenance / Repair / Overhaul (MRO) providers.    Since 2009 Craig has personally concluded more than 150 executive searches in a variety of disciplines. As the only executive recruiter who has flown airplanes, sold airplanes, AND run a business, Craig is uniquely positioned to build deep, lasting relationships with both executives and the boards and stakeholders they serve. This allows him to use a detailed, disciplined process that does more than pair the ideal candidate with the perfect opportunity and hit the business goals of the companies he serves.

 Lauren learned early in her life that failure is part of growth. Rather than stifle her growth by aiming for perfection, she embraced taking on new challenges and has flourished. Lauren has worked for some of the most prestigious academic institutions including Harvard and Wharton Business Schools. Through her work she has traveled to over 30 countries and fostered relationships with global executives and political leaders. She has been tapped for a wide range of roles including Sr. Program Manager for Wharton's Executive Education Program, Deputy Director for Global Markets, Head of Communications and Outreach for Harvard's Humanitarian Initiative, Director of Emory's Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, and Research Faculty at Georgia Tech's VentureLab which is ranked #2 worldwide among university startup incubation programs.On today's episode, we discuss her remarkable career including:Her two year pause in the middle of her senior year of collegeMaking a strategic career move to Atlanta after a career of onlynessHow she draws from past experiences to foster confidence in taking risksI can't wait for you to meet this amazing woman. Enjoy!Show Notes:Connect with Lauren on LinkedIn

Matt Zimmer and Joe Lynch discuss streamlining the beverage supply chain. Matt is the President and Advisory Board member of Zengistics, a logistics partner that provides scalable transportation and logistics services using a shared cloud platform and a network of carriers. About Matt Zimmer Matt Zimmer is the President and Advisory Board member of Zengistics, a logistics partner that provides scalable transportation and logistics services using a shared cloud platform and a network of carriers. Prior to that, he served as the Chief Operating Officer at Flash Global, where he managed all operations, partner network, account management, solutions/implementations, trade & compliance, and global command centers. He also held the position of Senior Vice President, Customer Solutions at Flash Global, where he drove customer partnerships and organically grew revenue and service offerings. Before that, he was the Head of Global Purchasing and Strategy at Wilsonart LLC, where he managed worldwide procurement, supply chain, logistics, and growth strategy for 8 global business units. He also held leadership positions at Flextronics, Pinnacle Data Systems, and e-Play, LLC. He holds a BS and MBA in Business Administration and Management, General from Franklin University and has completed an Executive Education Program at Stanford University Graduate School of Business. About Zengistics Zengistics, a comprehensive logistics company, excels in resolving complex supply chain challenges through managed transportation services and transportation-as-a-service, fortified by our partnership with Turvo. By harmoniously combining advanced technology with our team of industry professionals, they deliver top-tier customer service and data-driven supply chain solutions. Zengistics facilitate seamless cooperation among shippers, carriers, and drivers. Their services offer complete transparency and encompass a broad range of transportation types, from dry van and reefer to heavy haul and cold chain across North America. Zengistics extends the realm of logistics, providing expertly managed services for scalable growth and maximized efficiency. Key Takeaways: Streamlining the Beverage Supply Chain Matt Zimmer is the President and Advisory Board member of Zengistics, a logistics partner that provides scalable transportation and logistics services using a shared cloud platform and a network of carriers. In the podcast interview, Matt and Joe discuss streamlining the beverage supply chain, a market segment where Zengistics excels. Zengistics is a comprehensive logistics company that excels in resolving complex supply chain challenges through managed transportation services and transportation-as-a-service. Zengistics is fortified by its partnership with Turvo, which allows it to combine advanced technology with its team of industry professionals to deliver top-tier customer service and data-driven supply chain solutions. Zengistics facilitates seamless cooperation among shippers, carriers, and drivers, offering complete transparency and encompassing a broad range of transportation types across North America. Zengistics extends the realm of logistics, providing expertly managed services for scalable growth and maximized efficiency. Zengistics operates on the world's first collaborative logistics platform, which allows for smarter collaboration among shippers, carriers, and drivers to get things done faster. Zengistics offers end-to-end solutions for carriers and shippers, providing complete transparency throughout the entire supply chain and connectivity into its established network of partners. Zengistics uses industry-leading technology platforms to enhance the ability of its logistics experts to provide efficiency, connectivity, visibility, and high-level service. Zengistics offers a consultative approach to complex projects that delivers a tailored logistics network, providing a personalized solution to optimize each shipper's unique supply chain. Zengistics' Managed Services offering utilizes a logistics network optimization model to take a holistic approach to the specific needs of its customers, planning for the future and mapping the best execution for creating scalable growth with optimized rates and high efficiency. Zengistics' technology platforms and collaboration portal provide complete end-to-end transparency and matures as a business evolves, allowing for on-demand data analytics, lane optimization, capacity sourcing, and LTL consolidation. Learn More About Streamlining the Beverage Supply Chain Matt on LinkedIn Zengistics on LinkedIn Zengistics website Episode Sponsor: Port X Logistics Is Drayage Just Drayage with Brian Kempisty Episode Sponsor: Lean Solutions Group Outsourced Sales and Marketing with Ryan Mann The Logistics of Logistics Podcast If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and colleagues. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast: Google, Apple, Castbox, Spotify, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tunein, Podbean, Owltail, Libsyn, Overcast Check out The Logistics of Logistics on Youtube

To download the free guide that goes with this episode go to www.magicintheroom.com.    In this episode of Magic in the Room, Kimberly Davis, the founder of Brave Leadership University, joins Hannah and Luke to continue our exploration of Intentional Leadership. Kimberly helps us understand that we can be brave by connecting to our “super objective,” which is the impact we want to have. She defines bravery as “being my best, most authentic and powerful self,” which is critical for Intentional Leadership.   Find Kimberlly on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlydavisonstage/ or at braveleadershipuniversity.com  Brave Leadership University founder, Kimberly Davis is an expert on authentic leadership, and shares her inspirational  message of personal power, responsibility and impact with organizations  across the country and teaches leadership programs world-wide.   Kimberly teaches for SMU Cox School of Business' Executive Education Program and their Latino Leadership Initiative; as well as for the Bush Institute's WE Lead program (empowering female leaders from the middle east). Kimberly is a TEDx speaker and her award-winning book, Brave Leadership: Unleash Your Most Confident, Authentic, and Powerful Self to Get the Results You Need was named the #1 book to read on Inc. Magazine's “The most impactful books to read in 2018.”       Credits:   This episode of Magic in the Room was recorded during the 2023 NLV conference in Chicago, Illinois.     Music by evangrimmusic.com 

The cannabis plant has more than 80 chemical compounds, of which the two most known are THC (marijuana) and CBD. CBD, or cannabidiol, is a hemp derivative that does not elicit abuse or dependence, and research suggests it could potentially help health conditions such as anxiety, chronic pain, arthritis, and addiction, among others.How do CBD products get into the hands of people who struggle with these conditions, and how do they compare to pharmaceutical products?On today's episode of Highway to Health, host David Kemp spoke with Chad Collins, co-founder and CEO, and Reggie Gatewood, co-founder, both of Corganics, to talk about the basics of the CBD market and what Corganics is doing to facilitate improved patient access to CBD products for health conditions.Kemp, Collins, and Gatewood also discussed…The origin story, mission, and vision of CorganicsHow Corganics educates healthcare providers to educate patients on the CBD market and productsWhat Corganics is doing to advocate for patient access to their productsGatewood explained the two key reasons Corganics exists. “One in five Americans is using some sort of CBD… Three in five see it as valid medical therapy. But the two big issues as to why we do what we do are: healthcare professionals are not involved… We educate them and the patients. And also, the wild inconsistency and the quality. We've got to treat it like it's truly a pharmaceutical grade.”“For us at Corganics, there's the future of prescriptions, and then there's the ‘Wild West' retail version of CBD. And our quality is off the charts—it is more like pharma. So, we self-regulate versus what you find down the street here,” Collins added.Chad Collins is the co-founder and CEO of Corganics and the author of Run to Fire. Collins previously served as Vice President of Galderma and President and CEO of the Boston Select Asset Group and has racked up twenty years of experience in the healthcare system, including biopharmaceuticals, payor systems, medical devices, and more. He holds a BBA in Marketing from Texas Tech University, an MBA in General Management from Cornell University, and he attended the Executive Education Program at Harvard Business School.Reggie Gatewood is co-founder of Corganics and previously worked at Sanofi in a multitude of roles, including US Sales Lead, Specialty Channels, Head, Leadership Development and Business Planing, Sanofi North America, and Vice President, Business Excellence. Gatewood attended Northwestern State University, where he earned a BA in journalism and public relations with a marketing emphasis. Gatewood is certified in Prosci Change Management from The Life Cycle Institute, is an Associate Certified Coach from the International Coaching Federation, and has a Coach Advantage certification from The Pyramid Resource Group, Inc.

Do you need an MBA as an entrepreneur? [Show Summary] What does it take to become an entrepreneur who drives impact and change? Is an MBA necessary? Inge Kerkloh-Devif, Senior Executive Director and Senior Vice President of the HEC Paris Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center, shares her thoughts. Interview with Inge Kerkloh-Devif, Sr. Exec. Dir. & Sr. Vice President of the HEC Paris Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center [Show Notes] Welcome to the 492nd episode of Admissions Straight Talk. Thanks for tuning in. Are you trying to figure out how you should approach the four to eight applications that you're planning to submit when applying to an MBA program? You can get tips and answers by taking Accepted's free, short quiz – just six questions – at accepted.com/mapmba. By taking the quiz, you'll get a sense of how well you're approaching this critical process and gain access to relevant resources, both free and paid, that will provide you with an effective and efficient strategy for your MBA application effort.  Our guest today, Inge Kerkloh-Devif, earned her masters in Marketing and Communications at HEC Paris in 2006. Since then, she worked in business in Paris and then became Executive Vice President of HEC Paris's Executive Education Program, focusing on Global Business Development. In 2019, she moved into her current role as Senior Executive Director and Senior Vice President of the HEC Paris Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center. In 2021, she added to her responsibilities the role of Co-Site Lead Executive at the Creative Destruction Lab in Paris in partnership with the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center. hbspt.cta.load(58291, '9bb31be0-3cf6-45f0-be3d-3791cc1bd9bd', {}); Can you tell us a little bit about both HEC's Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center and the Creative Destruction Lab in Paris? [2:11] Of course. The Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center is the whole ecosystem we have built as a school around innovators and entrepreneurs. As we say, we think, we teach, and we act around innovation and entrepreneurship. That means we do research on innovation and entrepreneurship. We have more than 20 programs we are teaching at the school to teach innovation and entrepreneurship to our students. And we have all of our incubator acceleration programs, so students are learning by doing. Entrepreneurship is really part of the DNA of the school.  The Creative Destruction Lab, or CDL, was founded 10 years ago in Toronto, Canada at the Rotman Management School. They're now partnering with 12 universities all over the world to offer this objective-based program from massively scalable, seed-stage science and technology-based companies. It's really an acceleration program for deep tech. The program has an intake from more than 600 companies per year. We have one lab in Paris, we have one lab on climate, and one lab on space. What's the difference between deep tech and tech? [4:15] Very good question. I think I can give 10 different answers to this. For us, we can see this really emerging more and more in engineering and scientific projects. Those are really long-term projects. We are working with scientists and engineers to get these projects to grow. For us, it's specifically based on scientific and engineering projects to give this deep tech long-term projects. When I say we are working with scientists and engineers, they're coming out of the laboratories. It's very research-based.  If I have a business idea, or maybe I don't yet have a business idea, but I know that I want to be an entrepreneur at some point in my career, how can an MBA help me succeed? [5:33] I think of these as two different stages.  If you already have your idea or if you're just joining an MBA, what we can see is very often, students are launching their business or their ideas a little bit after completing their MBA. They learn all the basics, they build their network,

Sean Patrick Hazlett is an Army veteran and former captain, speculative fiction writer and editor, and finance executive in the San Francisco Bay area. He was born in Wilmington, Delaware, but trekked across the country to pursue an AB in history and BS in electrical engineering from Stanford University on an ROTC scholarship. He earned a Master in Public Policy from the Harvard Kennedy School of Government where he won the 2006 Policy Analysis Exercise Award for his work on policy solutions to Iran's nuclear weapons program under the guidance of future secretary of defense Ashton B. Carter. While at the Harvard Kennedy School, he worked on the Harvard-Stanford Preventive Defense Project. He also holds an MBA from the Harvard Business School, where he graduated with Second Year Honors.As a cavalry officer in the elite 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment, Seam trained various units for war in Iraq and Afghanistan. While at the National Training Center in the Mojave Desert, he became an expert in Soviet doctrine and tactics, leading a Motorized Rifle Battalion. He has also published a Harvard Business School case study on the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment and how it exemplified a learning organization.Sean has worked in various roles in finance. He was an investment banker, an equity analyst covering industries ranging from cleantech to semiconductors to enterprise software. His seminal equity research report on the smart grid was cited in The Economist magazine. He has also worked in various corporate finance roles in Silicon Valley companies ranging from cybersecurity to hardware to enterprise software.Sean is a 2017 winner of the Writers of the Future Contest. Nearly fifty of his short stories have appeared in publications such as The Year's Best Military and Adventure SF, Year's Best Hardcore Horror, Robosoldiers, Worlds Long Lost, Terraform, Galaxy's Edge, Writers of the Future, Grimdark Magazine, Vastarien, and Abyss & Apex, among others. He is the editor of the Weird World War III and Weird World War IV anthologies. Sean also teaches strategy, finance, and communications as a course facilitator at the Stanford Graduate School of Business's Executive Education Program. He is an active member of the Horror Writers Association and Codex Writers' Group.He has an active YouTube channel called Through A Glass Darkly, where the paranormal meets military science fiction and fact, and he interviews national security professionals, writers, and other content creators on everything within the current cultural zeitgeist and beyond.

Have you ever trusted your gut feeling to make a decision? Maybe you have when making a random online purchase, or when deciding which road to go down when your GPS stops working. But what about the big decisions - such as in your business? Are all your decisions based entirely on logic and research then? How about when pricing your products and services? Science vs Art. Data vs Behaviour. Which do you choose? Meet Jon Manning Jon's Role as a Pricing Leader at PricingProphets Jon Manning is the Founder and Chief Expert of PricingProphets.com - the world's first crowdsourcing platform for pricing. Since launching in May 2011, PricingProphets has enabled companies struggling with pricing to ask a panel of global pricing experts and thought-leaders what price to charge for a product or service and why. PricingProphets has won accolades from customers and the media alike, finishing in the Top 20 in the Anthill Smart100 awards in 2012. Jon's Other Work in Pricing While Jon is the Founder and Chief Expert of his own company, he is also the Head of Pricing at MYOB, a tech company that exists to help businesses start, survive, and succeed. MYOB assists with everything from accounting, payroll, payments, retail point of sale, CRM and professional tax solutions - and more - with solutions for businesses of every size, shape, and sector. MYOB believes in Australian and New Zealand businesses, having a range of initiatives to help support them. He has hosted over 80 public workshops and in-house seminars conducted across the Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and the UK, as well as co-presented the ‘Pricing Strategy & Revenue Management' Executive Education Program at Lancaster University Management School. Pricing, Data, and Behaviour In this exclusive analytics podcast episode, Jon shares: His experience travelling to the UK for an educational program including in procurement How to detect early signals when pitching to companies with procurement His role as the Founder and Chief Expert of PricingProphets The world's view of pricing His journey through the world of pricing Overselling flight tickets and dynamic pricing with Internet cafes A key lesson he has learned that could help others starting out in the industry How important data is in the world of pricing A case study for when data has positively impacted one of his pricing decisions "Gut" pricing Pricing = Science and data-driven examples Pricing = Art and behaviour-driven examples Combining both art and science into pricing while striking a balance between the two What factors come into play when choosing between science vs art Advice for those looking to renew their pricing strategy through the use of data analytics If you are a pricing professional looking to incorporate data analytics into your strategy or deciding which school of thought you fall into, this is the episode you do not want to miss out on. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/analyticsshow/message

Join America's Roundtable Radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy in a conversation with Oded Revivi, mayor of Efrat, in the Gush Etzion region of Judea and Samaria, Israel. The conversation will review Israel's leadership role in strengthening the Abraham Accords, how the rule of law foundation fuels the Israeli market economy and trade, and with an update from Judea and Samaria. With U.S. President Joe Biden heading to the Middle East (July 13-16) with stops in Israel and Saudi Arabia, the discussion on America's Roundtable will also draw greater attention to the growing concern of the Iran nuclear threat. “Now Tehran is much closer to having enough fissile material for a nuclear bomb, though they do not appear to have resumed their weaponization program. But we are of course alarmed, as are our partners, about the progress they've made in the enrichment field. Iran has enough highly enriched uranium on hand to make a bomb and could do so in a matter of weeks." — Robert Malley, U.S. Special Envoy for Iran. Bio: Oded Revivi, Mayor of Efrat, Israel Oded Revivi is a statesman, orator, lawyer, mayor and prominent advocate for the Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria. He is also a staunch advocate of co-existence and fostering improved relationships with Efrat's neighboring Palestinian villages. As mayor of Efrat, the population has grown by over sixty percent, making him one of the most effective leaders in the history of the YESHA Council. The YESHA Council is the official representative organization for the 406,000 Israelis residing in Judea and Samaria. USA TODAY recently described the YESHA Council as "one of the most powerful and effective lobbying groups in Israel”. Oded began his professional career as an attorney working in several law firms and in 2000 he opened up his own law practice, where he specialized in real estate and business law in addition to litigation. Prior to becoming a lawyer, Revivi served for 4 and 1/2 years in the Israel Defense Forces Armored Corps as a conscript and subsequently an additional 25 years as a reserve officer attaining the rank of Lieutenant Colonel (Res.). Under his leadership and command, his tank regiment received the President of Israel's Prize for Excellence. Revivi served as Chief Foreign Envoy of the YESHA Council, heading the newly reinstated Foreign Affairs Department of the YESHA Council and acting as the official political representative of the Israeli settlement movement to the international community. Following his success in Efrat, Oded was chosen to be a mentor for newly elected mayors in a special program initiated by the Ministry of the Interior in cooperation with the Center for Local Government and the Hebrew University School for Public Policy. Revivi received his Bachelor Degree in Law at from East London Law School in the United Kingdom and Master's Degree in Social Sciences and Public Policy from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. He is a graduate of the San Francisco based Gvanim fellowship, that fosters the advancement of religious pluralism in Israel. He completed an Executive Education Program at Harvard Business School with a focus on leadership and management as a Maoz fellow. https://ileaderssummit.org/services/americas-roundtable-radio/ https://ileaderssummit.org/ | https://jerusalemleaderssummit.com/ America's Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472 Twitter: @odedrevivi @ileaderssummit @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit. America's Roundtable from Washington D.C. informs, educates, empowers and challenges the listening audience about the importance to restore, strengthen, and protect our freedoms, the rule of law, and free markets. America's Roundtable advances the ideas of freedom, the significance of freedom of speech, limited government, and the application of free market principles to solve problems. America's Roundtable presents in-depth analysis of current events and public policy issues while applying America's founding principles. America's Roundtable radio program - a strategic initiative of International Leaders Summit, focuses on America's economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world. America's Roundtable is aired by Lanser Broadcasting Corporation on 96.5 FM and 98.9 FM, covering Michigan's major market and the upper Midwest, SuperTalk Mississippi Media's 12 radio stations and 50 affiliates reaching every county in Mississippi and also heard in parts of the neighboring states, including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee, and through podcast on Apple Podcasts and other key online platforms.

In this second episode of Executive HRD, the new podcast series from the University of Houston, we explore how the Executive Master's in HRD program was designed to deliver the benefits we heard about in the first episode. With the help of current and former faculty, advisory board members, program management and leadership, we look at the building blocks of the program and how those blocks combine in a way that allows for intensive learning and change. We hear about the importance of cohorts, the experiential nature of project work, the global component, how classes are taught, the close ties to business and industry, keeping the program current in a rapidly change world, the emphasis on supporting students throughout, and how this all comes together to create a transformative experience.Guests featured in the episode are: Bob Chapman, Holly Hutchins, Guillermo Martinez Sans, Charles Shaw, Consuelo Waight, and Shironda White.For more information on the University of Houston's Executive Master's in HRD, visit https://uh.edu/technology/programs/graduate/executive-human-resource-development/

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist. He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets. Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology. Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives. Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. He's facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. He's also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation. Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council. He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies. Felix received his law degree from St. John's University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids' sports teams, traveling and skiing. Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.  For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist. He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets. Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology. Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives. Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. He's facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. He's also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation. Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council. He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies. Felix received his law degree from St. John's University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids' sports teams, traveling and skiing. Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.  For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist. He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets. Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology. Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives. Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. He's facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. He's also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation. Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council. He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies. Felix received his law degree from St. John's University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids' sports teams, traveling and skiing. Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.  For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist.He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets.Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology.Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives.Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. Hes facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. Hes also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council.He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies.Felix received his law degree from St. Johns University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, traveling and skiing.Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist.He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets.Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology.Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives.Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. Hes facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. Hes also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council.He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies.Felix received his law degree from St. Johns University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, traveling and skiing.Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist. He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets. Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology. Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives. Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. He's facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. He's also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation. Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council. He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies. Felix received his law degree from St. John's University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids' sports teams, traveling and skiing. Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.  For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist.He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets.Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology.Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives.Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. Hes facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. Hes also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council.He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies.Felix received his law degree from St. Johns University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, traveling and skiing.Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist.He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets.Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology.Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives.Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. Hes facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. Hes also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council.He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies.Felix received his law degree from St. Johns University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, traveling and skiing.Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist.He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets.Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology.Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives.Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. Hes facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. Hes also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council.He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies.Felix received his law degree from St. Johns University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, traveling and skiing.Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist.He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets.Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology.Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives.Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. Hes facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. Hes also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council.He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies.Felix received his law degree from St. Johns University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, traveling and skiing.Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist.He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets.Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology.Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives.Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. Hes facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. Hes also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council.He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies.Felix received his law degree from St. Johns University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, traveling and skiing.Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist.He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets.Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology.Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives.Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. Hes facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. Hes also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council.He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies.Felix received his law degree from St. Johns University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, traveling and skiing.Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist.He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets.Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology.Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives.Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. Hes facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. Hes also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council.He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies.Felix received his law degree from St. Johns University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, traveling and skiing.Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist.He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets.Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology.Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives.Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. Hes facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. Hes also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council.He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies.Felix received his law degree from St. Johns University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, traveling and skiing.Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist.He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets.Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology.Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives.Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. Hes facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. Hes also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council.He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies.Felix received his law degree from St. Johns University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, traveling and skiing.Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist.He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets.Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology.Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives.Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. Hes facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. Hes also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council.He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies.Felix received his law degree from St. Johns University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, traveling and skiing.Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist.He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets.Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology.Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives.Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. Hes facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. Hes also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council.He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies.Felix received his law degree from St. Johns University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, traveling and skiing.Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist.He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets.Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology.Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives.Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. Hes facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. Hes also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council.He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies.Felix received his law degree from St. Johns University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, traveling and skiing.Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist.He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets.Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology.Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives.Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. Hes facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. Hes also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council.He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies.Felix received his law degree from St. Johns University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, traveling and skiing.Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist.He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets.Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology.Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives.Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. Hes facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. Hes also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council.He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies.Felix received his law degree from St. Johns University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, traveling and skiing.Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist.He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets.Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology.Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives.Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. Hes facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. Hes also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council.He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies.Felix received his law degree from St. Johns University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, traveling and skiing.Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist.He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets.Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology.Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives.Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. Hes facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. Hes also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council.He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies.Felix received his law degree from St. Johns University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, traveling and skiing.Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist. He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets. Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology. Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives. Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. He's facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. He's also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation. Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council. He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies. Felix received his law degree from St. John's University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids' sports teams, traveling and skiing. Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.  For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Felix Chevalier, Founder of The Chevalier Law Firm, is an attorney and International and Domestic Market Entry Specialist.He guides U.S. and foreign-based companies into the Texas, South American, Central American and Caribbean markets.Felix has worked with companies in a cross section of industries including energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, engineering, and technology.Past and present clients include AT&T, Southwest Airlines, United States Gypsum Corp., Aramark, HDR, and UnitedHealthcare. Felix is adept at facilitating business development and structuring public-private partnerships by leveraging his business, political and legal experience to advance client objectives.Felix has extensive relationships with the international diplomatic community, government officials and funding institutions he utilizes for client interests. Hes facilitated official delegations and international trade missions, representing companies, local governments and national associations.Felix has been a speaker at several major U.S. institutions and at international industry conferences in Bogota, Colombia, Panama City, Panama and Havana, Cuba. Hes also been profiled in the Houston Business Journal, Cuba Trade Magazine, Houston Chronicle and other publications. Felix serves as a member of the Greater Houston Partnership International Committee, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Committee, and as an advisor to the Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.Felix serves on the Board of Directors for the Boy Scouts of America, Sam Houston Area Council.He is the co-founder of Key PAC, a political action committee, which convenes business and community leaders with political leaders. Felix is also a Managing Director at Urban Capital Network, an investment firm providing access to exclusive early stage companies.Felix received his law degree from St. Johns University School of Law, his Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at New Paltz College and completed an Executive Education Program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is fluent in Spanish. Felix is married to Melinda, a journalist, and they have two children. He enjoys coaching his kids sports teams, traveling and skiing.Felix is a native New Yorker residing in Houston, Texas, with offices in Houston and Washington, D.C.For more information please visit www.felixchevalier.com

Tune in as Sarah Elkins and founder of the Brave Leadership University, Kimberly Davis, discuss the tools to grow as a teacher and person. Sarah and Kimberly dive into overcoming roadblocks and the journey of mindfulness in every situation to achieve clarity. Listen to the latest episode of Your Stories Don't Define You today!  Highlights from this episode include:  Kimberly's story of finding clarity through self-reflection. Understanding mindfulness.  Learning to count on yourself.  Discovering Clarity One Bite at a Time course is now available.   “I was my own biggest roadblock. Since then it has become so much better.”     *podcast show notes contributed by Tracy Ackeret   About Kimberly:  Kimberly Davis is the founder of the Brave Leadership University through which she shares her inspirational message of leadership, personal power, responsibility and impact world-wide. Kimberly teaches for SMU Cox School of Business' Executive Education Program and their Latino Leadership Initiative; as well as for the Bush Institute's WE Lead program (empowering female leaders from the middle east). Kimberly is a TEDx speaker and her award-winning book, Brave Leadership: Unleash Your Most Confident, Authentic, and Powerful Self to Get the Results You Need was named the #1 book to read on Inc. Magazine's “The most impactful books to read in 2018.” Visit Kimberly's LinkedIn and the Brave Leadership University Website to learn more! 

David J. Reibstein is the William S. Woodside Professor and Professor of Marketing at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, where he is a world-renowned expert on branding, marketing metrics, product line decisions, and competitive marketing strategy. For several years he served as the Vice Dean of The Wharton School. Professor Reibstein is a dynamic, award-winning teacher who has been honored with more than 30 teaching awards. He also received the John S. Day Distinguished Alumni Academic Service Award of Purdue University's Krannert School of Management, an honor given to a graduate whose service within the academic community reflects the spirit and service of former Krannert Dean John Day. His teaching interests include Marketing Strategy in the MBA Program, as well as teaching Competitive Marketing Strategy, Marketing Metrics, Pricing Strategies, and various other programs for Wharton's Executive Education Program. Professor Reibstein received his PhD from Purdue University and his BS and BA degrees from the University of Kansas. John Eckroth has over 30 years of tax and accounting experience, working in the tax department of PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP, as a Partner in a small CPA firm in Claremont, California and later as CFO of a U.S. based subsidiary of the Spanish banking firm BBVA. After leaving the firm in 2002, John has continued as a Consultant for BBVA's U.S. operations, working with its Houston based subsidiaries in the areas of financial reporting and analysis, internal controls and regulatory compliance. Shannon and Kyle have a lively debate with Professor Reibstein and Senior Instructor John Eckroth with no topic off limits. They dive into the economic impact of college and the overall investment of time before there is a clear return of investment. They lay out the clear benefits of college beyond job market research and the major tech companies that are no longer requiring a college degree. LEARN MORE ABOUT DAVID REIBSTEIN: Website: https://marketing.wharton.upenn.edu/profile/reibstei/ www.measuredthoughts.com Email: reibstein@wharton.upenn.edu YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/MeasuredThoughts LinkedIn: @DavidReibstein LEARN MORE ABOUT JOHN ECKROTH: Website: www.pdx.edu/profile/john-eckroth Email: jeckroth@pdx.edu LinkedIn: @JohnEckroth    

In this episode, we discuss the City of Charlotte's approach to affordable housing and how to leverage data for affordable housing strategies.About Pamela WidemanPamela Wideman currently serves as the Director of the City of Charlotte's Housing & Neighborhood Services Department, the 15th largest city in the country. In this role, she is responsible for oversight of the City's Affordable Housing efforts including the Housing Trust Fund, Emergency Repair, Rehabilitation Homelessness, and Down Payment Assistance Programs. Additionally, Pam is responsible for the City's Code Enforcement, Community Engagement divisions, the Office of Equity, Mobility and Immigrant Integration, and the Char-Meck 311 Call Center.Ms. Wideman has more than 25 years of local government experience. She is adept at forging creative solutions to government issues at the local level. Pamela was awarded the Master of Public Administration Alumna of the Year and received a Leadership in Black Excellence from her alma mater, the University of North Carolina – Charlotte. She was also nominated as a Women's In Leadership Champion by the Charlotte Chapter of the Urban Land Institute. And, she was recognized as one of the top 10 “Behind the Scenes” newsmakers by the Charlotte Business Journal in both 2017 and 2020.Ms. Wideman currently serves as a member of the International City/County Management Association, the Urban Land Institute, and the National Forum for Black Public Administrators.Previously, she served on the Board of Directors for the PNC Community Development Bank and as the Vice-Chair of the N.C. Department of Transportation's Affordable Housing Committee where she provided guidance and recommendations for policy and funding approaches to support and encourage the development of affordable housing near transit stops. Additionally, she was a participant with the German Marshall Fund Dialogue for Change Cohort. She is past President of the Southern Piedmont Chapter of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators and a former member of the Board of Directors for the Mental Health Association of the Greater Carolinas.Pamela received her Master's Degree in Public Administration from UNC - Charlotte and her Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Belmont Abbey College. She is a graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill's Institute of Government - Municipal Administration Program and completed the Senior Executives in State and Local Government Program, an Executive Education Program at Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School. She completed the National Forum for Black Public Administrator's Executive Leadership Institute program, designed to develop future Assistant and City Managers throughout the County.

Topic: Being a Giver   Guest: Audrey Jacobs   Bio:    Audrey Jacobs is a Vice President and Wealth Advisor in the San Diego office of Bernstein Private Wealth Management, creating holistic and customized analyses for high-net-worth families, individuals, trusts, foundations, and endowments. She works closely with clients and their professional advisors on complex planning issues such as pre-transaction planning, multigenerational wealth transfer, philanthropy, retirement planning, and asset allocation. Prior to joining the firm in 2018, Audrey was a founding partner of OurCrowd, a global platform to invest in Israeli and global startups. Previously, she established the local chapter of StandWithUs, an Israel advocacy organization. Audrey earned a BA, cum laude, in political science and English and completed the Executive Education Program in finance and accounting at Columbia Business School. Audrey has been an active leader and philanthropist in the Jewish community and the arts for over 25 years. She's also an active connector and matchmaker as featured in her TEDx Talk, “How to be a Matchmaker in Work, Life and Love.” She is also the founder of the San Diego Israel Coalition and Audrey's Tent. Audrey serves on the global board for Partners in Torah. She has received awards and fellowships by the National Endowment for the Arts, L.E.A.D. San Diego Woman of Valor, and the Nahum Goldmann Fellowship. In this inspiring discussion, we cover:   1. Mission Statement 2. Strong Women 3. Don't Overstay the Welcome 4. 'Ego' and Edging God Out 5. Partners in Torah 6. What is Legacy 7. Humility and the Value of Money And much more!

Building the Backstop of Innovation | Emmett Romine, VP, Customer Solutions & Innovation at Xcel Energy, joins host Gregg Garrett for a discussion on customer and channel innovation in the energy industry. Of course, Emmett shares his Top Three who include an executive who pushed him to create and be true to his personal brand, to a marketing industry executive who helped him to respect and grow the brand promise, to the vice chairman of a publicly traded company who made space for him to succeed in innovation. And you have to hear what Emmett has to say about coupling persistence with patience to be a better, braver leader About Emmett Romine Emmett Romine is the Vice President of Customer Solutions & Innovation at Xcel Energy. In his role Emmet leads corporate economic development, energy efficiency and the creation of innovative solutions that exceed the unique needs of residential and commercial customers. Before joining Xcel Energy in 2019 Emmett previously held a leadership role at Powerley, a technology company that provides utilities with solutions aimed at bridging the smart grid to the smart home. He has 20 years of utility industry experience with 13 years at DTE Energy working in areas including distribution operations, continuous improvement, finance and energy efficiency. Emmett holds a master's degree in Finance from the Olin Business School at Washington University, St. Louis and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Washington University. He also attended the Executive Education Program with a focus on organic growth and innovation from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. Show Highlights During this episode: Fighting the antibodies that sunt innovation success [1:05] A key to innovation success: the sponsor of innovation role [3:05] Welcoming our guest, Emmett Romine [4:15] The “Top Three” Ron May: create and be true to your personal brand [10:34] Emmett's brand: creating new thing and value propositions in the energy space [13:11] Terry Oprea: respect and grow the brand promise [17:20] The importance of trust to a brand [20:18] Dave Meador: created a backstop for innovation [23:17] Testing the resiliency of the backstop [26:43] Transformation & Disruption The convergence of the automotive and energy industries [30:11] The multi-directional flow of energy [34:59] Customer-centric, channel innovation [36:43] Building a channel to the customer [43:12] The future of work at Xcel Energy [45:22] You have to hear this… Stay in touch with Emmett via email Emmett.R.Romine@xcelenergy.com [47: 49] Persistence coupled with patience is a key to success [48:20] Additional Information Contact Emmett Romine: Emmett's LinkedIn Xcel Energy Website Contact Gregg Garrett: Gregg's LinkedIn Gregg's Twitter Gregg's Bio Contact CGS Advisors: Website LinkedIn Twitter

Jen Goldman-Wetzler, Ph.D. is an expert in the subject of Dr. Jennifer Goldman-Wetzler, a leading expert on conflict and organizational psychology, is founder and CEO of Alignment Strategies Group, and author of OPTIMAL OUTCOMES: Free Yourself from Conflict at Work, at Home, and in Life (HarperBusiness, 2020), selected as a Financial Times Book of the Month. For two decades, she has advised senior leaders at global corporations in a wide range of industries as well as at large non-profit and governmental institutions.In the corporate arena, Jennifer helps CEOs and their teams achieve optimal organizational health and growth, specializing in innovative technology, healthcare, and financial and professional services companies. She has served clients including: CSC, IBM, Intel, athenahealth, Novartis, Oscar Health Insurance, Oxeon, Roche, Barclays, GE Capital, Moody's, Cornerstone Research, Lexis Nexis, Navigant, and KPMG.In the public sector, she enables leaders and their teams to optimize organizational impact at institutions including: Jazz at Lincoln Center, the New York City Economic Development Corporation, The New School, Oxfam America, and the United Nations.As a keynote speaker, Jennifer inspires audiences of all kinds, spanning Google and TEDx, to Harvard and Columbia University, where for the past decade she has served as Adjunct Professor in the Department of Organization and Leadership and taught a popular course on conflict freedom. She also coaches global business and government leaders in the Executive Education Program at Columbia Business School.Earlier in her career, she was Director of Negotiation Programs at Mediation Works Incorporated, and a facilitator at the Program on Negotiation at Harvard Law School.In addition to Jennifer's new book, Optimal Outcomes, she has also written the book Emotions in Long-Term Conflict (2014). Her work has been featured in The Financial Times, Forbes, Inc., MarketWatch, Success Magazine, The Washington Times, The New York Post, Chief Learning Officer Magazine, Fast Company, Fortune, and many others. She currently writes the Achieving Conflict Freedom column at Psychology Today.A former counterterrorism research fellow with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, she received her B.A. with honors from Tufts University and holds a Ph.D. in Social-Organizational Psychology from Columbia University.https://jengoldmanwetzler.com/https://jengoldmanwetzler.com/the-book/https://jengoldmanwetzler.com/8-practices/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/labanditchburn?fan_landing=true)

Mark A. Pfister is the CEO and Chief Board Consultant at M. A. Pfister Strategy Group, a strategic advisory and “Board Architecture” firm for executives, boards, and board advisors in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. Known as “The Board Architect,” Mark is also the best-selling author of Across The Board: The Modern Architecture Behind an Effective Board of Directors. His monthly board letter reaches over 27,000 board leaders in over 70 countries. Mark is a certified Executive Masters Professional Director, and Cyber Intelligence Professional. He completed Harvard Business School's Executive Education Program for board directors and previously served as an Engineering Officer in the U.S. Merchant Marines. In this episode… How do you oversee a mechanism that is rapidly changing? Keeping a balance between governance and strategy is essential for growth, both for the organization's team and the board. So, how can your board weather a supply chain disruption and still grow? Mark A. Pfister, CEO and Chief Board Consultant at M. A. Pfister Strategy Group, is laser-focused on the executive leadership and board space. He has experience across multiple facets of the industry and knows how to integrate governance and strategy within your board — like the fact that your board needs to be savvy to new processes and different technologies in order to thrive during accelerated times. Mark knows a board is not just about bureaucracy; it's about having the ability from a governance standpoint to be directly integrated into the strategy. In this episode of the Measure Success Podcast, Carl J. Cox talks with Mark A. Pfister, CEO and Chief Board Consultant at the M. A. Pfister Strategy Group, about the insight and governance of a board. Mark explains the ways the architecture and efficacy of a board links with an organization's team, how the pandemic accelerated the digital transformation in the executive space, and the direct correlation of governance to strategy simultaneity. Stay tuned!

In this episode, we will hear an exclusive conversation from the recent CSV Virtual Event, "Digital Transformation Initiative" This discussion was moderated by Daniel Matlis and features Sam Cheemokati, Paul Hurlocker, and Ron Schardong.  The discussion will be focused on exploring organization-wide digital transformation initiatives. The panel will share their firsthand experiences of point solutions to platforms transitions. And, the best practices when shifting to cloud computing and the cloud-first approach. About the panel: Daniel Matlis Daniel R. Matlis is the Founder and President of Axendia – a trusted advisor to Life-Science and Healthcare executives on business, technology, and regulatory issues. Dan's career in the industry spans over 20-years and has included projects in research & development, manufacturing, regulatory compliance, business development and information technology. Prior to founding Axendia, Dan was General Manager & VP at Stelex (now a GE company) – a leading consultancy to life-science companies. He started his professional career at Ethicon, Inc., a Johnson & Johnson Company.   Sam Cheemakoti Sam is the GMP Head at Beiersdorf for the Coppertone Division overseeing GMP compliance of its computer and automated systems. Sam has held positions of increasing responsibility at various Pharmaceutical companies such as Bayer, Merck, and Schering Plough in the areas of Computer Systems Validation, IT Compliance, and Quality Assurance. As a Quality leader with 20+ years in the industry with a demonstrated ability to produce and deploy Part 11 and Data Integrity remediation programs, validation programs, quality systems, strategic initiatives for Quality and Compliance especially under conditions of the consent decree, acquisitions, and divestitures has lent him unique perspectives as a change ambassador and thought leader. Sam earned his MS in Industrial Engineering from Louisiana Tech University and his Project Management credentials from Villanova University. He more recently completed a course on Digital Transformation: Leading People, Data and Technology from the University of Berkeley under their Executive Education Program in order to gain synergies between the two journeys of Digital Transformation and Computer Software Assurance for Quality.    Paul Hurlocker Paul is the CTO at Spring Oaks Capital, a technology-driven financial services company whose mission is to reinvent the debt recovery industry by providing a customer-centered user experience and streamlined operations powered by data and machine learning. Paul previously served as the Senior Director and Vice President of the Center for Machine Learning for Capital One. Paul founded Notch, Co and served as the CEO before selling the company to Capital One. Ron Schardong Ron is privileged to lead Johnson & Johnson's Technology Quality group responsible for computerized systems validation of business applications in the Medical Devices, Consumer, and Pharmaceutical segments worldwide. The applications include ERP, Warehouse Management, Manufacturing, Laboratory, Quality Systems, Clinical, R&D, Enterprise Tools, Services, and Infrastructure. He has over 25 years of experience in quality engineering, supplier quality, quality auditing, quality management, regulatory compliance, and regulatory affairs. Ron is one of the original members of FICSA Group (FDA + Industry Computer Assurance Group).   Voices in Validation brings you the best in validation and compliance topics. Voices in Validation is brought to you by IVT Network, your expert source for life science regulatory knowledge. For more information on IVT Network, check out their website at http://ivtnetwork.com. 

In this episode of Nonprofit Architect, Travis talks with Mark Pfister.  His popular book, 'Across The Board: The Modern Architecture Behind an Effective Board of Directors,' an Amazon best-seller with circulation in over 70 countries, has influenced a whole new generation of Board Directors. Travis and Mark talk about setting up a Board, finding the perfect Board Members, and structuring a Board that will be successful. Conversation Highlights:  {00:48} About Mark Pfister. {02:47} Background on Mark's Board and what it looks like. {06:48} The size and structure of a modern Board without wasting bureaucracy. {12:05} Being a Chief Executive Officer, and what Mark's organization looks like. {17:34} When you have top-level guys, especially on boards, working on something they have no business spending time on?  {25:02} Being challenged to ask uncomfortable questions, not being compliant.   {28:24} What happens when you are stuck with a sudden emergency that knocks you off your feet. {31:19} Be open to feedback. Once you have your mission have you checked your impact on the community? Are you meeting your goal? Do you have goals? {35:15} How do you structure awards intentionally, and make sure you are starting your board or recreating your board with the success that you want to have sure?  {40:58} Why having a marketing expert on the board is essential. {42:03} Where do you find the perfect board members? {46:49} Planning for the future and picking board members that will spread your message. {49:42} Why Mark has worked on over 800 Boards. {55:18} Advice for Board of Directors, preparing for the eventual changing of the guard.   Remarkable quotes:  90 plus percent of their problems or inefficiencies are due to the fact they were not structured properly from the beginning.  You must know where you came from to know where you are going.  I think this is one of the biggest misses right now that a board is viewed as a hindrance. 20% of the time, as a CEO or Executive Director, I'm going to now put on a different hat and I'm going to ask questions 80% of the time and give my opinion or my input 20% of the time. The maturity of that decision-maker's ability to allow for discourse, but not take it as an example as a personal attack on them. A board director is not going to be comfortable going out and representing a program, that is not as impactful as it should be.  Three components create the depth of the board.  The vertical component creates your expertise Influence. The horizontal component is your planes of congruence that create your character and then your coverage and balance create the depth of the board. If you can get those three areas balanced in some way, these boards are unstoppable.      Resources:  Mark@PfisterStrategy.com      Bio: Mark A. Pfister   With a strong focus in Strategy, Governance, and Technology / Cybersecurity, Mark A. Pfister is CEO & Chief Board Consultant of M. A. Pfister Strategy Group, an executive advisory firm that serves as a strategic advisory council for executives and Boards in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. He is also Chairman & CEO of Integral Board Group, a specialized Board services and consulting company.    Mr. Pfister is a 'Board Macro-Influencer' and his success has been repeated across a wide range of business situations and environments. He prides himself on being a coach and mentor to senior executives and directors.    In Board Director circles, Mr. Pfister has earned the nickname 'The Board Architect.' The overarching theme throughout his career has been his aptitude in leadership positions, passionate focus on people, unique governance models, and ability to create value for stakeholders through innovative business strategies and operational excellence.    Michael Lorelli, Executive Chairman of Rita's Franchise Company, has said, “Mark's unusual combination of excelling at a macro and micro grasp of business, genuine interest in Governance, and ability to coach and mentor a Management Team make him a terrific Independent Director.” Mr. Pfister is a certified project management professional and frequently serves as an expert Project Executive, consulting on global projects in their initiation and operational phases, as well as programs requiring remedial focus to bring them back on track. He has deep knowledge and experience in Board design & operations, strategic planning, business transformation, technology implementations, decisioning processes, continuing education programs, executive coaching, and governance models.    Previously, Mr. Pfister was CEO of Pro4ia, Inc., an international consulting and professional services company specializing in a wide range of technology solutions utilizing formal Project Management as a proven and repeatable delivery method. With a Fortune 50 client list, Pro4ia was Citibank's Nominee for Crain's Magazine 'Entrepreneurship of the Year' Award in 2005. He simultaneously served as CEO of Onit, Inc., a national sourcing company specializing in placements for all levels of technology skill sets.   Mr. Pfister was also the National Program Office Leader for American Express leading some of the largest technology transformation initiatives in the company's history. He served as a Licensed Engineering Officer in the U.S. Merchant Marine, holds a B.S. from the State University of New York Maritime College in Facilities Engineering, and completed Harvard Business School's Executive Education Program for Board Directors.   Mr. Pfister is the creator of the ‘Board as a Service' (BaaS) engagement model, an industry he is credited with inventing. He is a Master Speaker and conducts national speaking tours, lectures, and seminars focused on effective leadership, strategy, Board architecture, becoming an exceptional Board Director candidate, professional project/program management, and entrepreneurship.    His popular book, 'Across The Board: The Modern Architecture Behind an Effective Board of Directors,' an Amazon best-seller with circulation in over 70 countries, has influenced a whole new generation of Board Directors.    Mr. Pfister is a proficient Board Director and CEO with experience across multiple industry verticals. He is typically the Chair, or a member of the Strategic Planning Committee, Governance Committee, Technology & Cybersecurity Committee, and Nominating Committee. Mr. Pfister's experience as a renowned Board Consultant, having guided and coached hundreds of Boards, Board Committees, and Board Members, additionally offers up unique and informed viewpoints to the companies he serves.    He holds an Executive Masters Professional Board Certification through the American College of Corporate Directors (ACCD), is a member of the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD), is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) through the Project Management Institute (PMI), holds a Global ESG Certification through Competent Boards, and holds a Certified Cyber Intelligence Professional Board Certification (CCIP) through the McAfee Institute.           Nonprofit Architect Podcast Links     Website: http://nonprofitarchitect.org   Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NonprofitArchitect    Ultimate Podcast Guide https://www.fatfreecartpro.com/ecom/gb.php?&i=1698463&cl=377219&c=cart&ejc=2&custom=card Subscribe and leave a review https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nonprofit-architect-podcast/id1481292481 Patreon https://www.patreon.com/NonprofitArchitect Watch on YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQm8fnR2sHyrmLpV2jKYajA Listen to these other great podcasts from Veterans. https://nonprofitarchitect.org/veteran-podcast-network/ Want help getting your podcast started? https://nonprofitarchitect.org/podcast-production-services/

In this episode of Nonprofit Architect, Travis talks with Mark Pfister.  His popular book, 'Across The Board: The Modern Architecture Behind an Effective Board of Directors,' an Amazon best-seller with circulation in over 70 countries, has influenced a whole new generation of Board Directors. Travis and Mark talk about setting up a Board, finding the perfect Board Members, and structuring a Board that will be successful. Conversation Highlights:  {00:48} About Mark Pfister. {02:47} Background on Mark's Board and what it looks like. {06:48} The size and structure of a modern Board without wasting bureaucracy. {12:05} Being a Chief Executive Officer, and what Mark's organization looks like. {17:34} When you have top-level guys, especially on boards, working on something they have no business spending time on?  {25:02} Being challenged to ask uncomfortable questions, not being compliant.   {28:24} What happens when you are stuck with a sudden emergency that knocks you off your feet. {31:19} Be open to feedback. Once you have your mission have you checked your impact on the community? Are you meeting your goal? Do you have goals? {35:15} How do you structure awards intentionally, and make sure you are starting your board or recreating your board with the success that you want to have sure?  {40:58} Why having a marketing expert on the board is essential. {42:03} Where do you find the perfect board members? {46:49} Planning for the future and picking board members that will spread your message. {49:42} Why Mark has worked on over 800 Boards. {55:18} Advice for Board of Directors, preparing for the eventual changing of the guard.   Remarkable quotes:  90 plus percent of their problems or inefficiencies are due to the fact they were not structured properly from the beginning.  You must know where you came from to know where you are going.  I think this is one of the biggest misses right now that a board is viewed as a hindrance. 20% of the time, as a CEO or Executive Director, I'm going to now put on a different hat and I'm going to ask questions 80% of the time and give my opinion or my input 20% of the time. The maturity of that decision-maker's ability to allow for discourse, but not take it as an example as a personal attack on them. A board director is not going to be comfortable going out and representing a program, that is not as impactful as it should be.  Three components create the depth of the board.  The vertical component creates your expertise Influence. The horizontal component is your planes of congruence that create your character and then your coverage and balance create the depth of the board. If you can get those three areas balanced in some way, these boards are unstoppable.      Resources:  Mark@PfisterStrategy.com      Bio: Mark A. Pfister   With a strong focus in Strategy, Governance, and Technology / Cybersecurity, Mark A. Pfister is CEO & Chief Board Consultant of M. A. Pfister Strategy Group, an executive advisory firm that serves as a strategic advisory council for executives and Boards in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. He is also Chairman & CEO of Integral Board Group, a specialized Board services and consulting company.    Mr. Pfister is a 'Board Macro-Influencer' and his success has been repeated across a wide range of business situations and environments. He prides himself on being a coach and mentor to senior executives and directors.    In Board Director circles, Mr. Pfister has earned the nickname 'The Board Architect.' The overarching theme throughout his career has been his aptitude in leadership positions, passionate focus on people, unique governance models, and ability to create value for stakeholders through innovative business strategies and operational excellence.    Michael Lorelli, Executive Chairman of Rita's Franchise Company, has said, “Mark's unusual combination of excelling at a macro and micro grasp of business, genuine interest in Governance, and ability to coach and mentor a Management Team make him a terrific Independent Director.” Mr. Pfister is a certified project management professional and frequently serves as an expert Project Executive, consulting on global projects in their initiation and operational phases, as well as programs requiring remedial focus to bring them back on track. He has deep knowledge and experience in Board design & operations, strategic planning, business transformation, technology implementations, decisioning processes, continuing education programs, executive coaching, and governance models.    Previously, Mr. Pfister was CEO of Pro4ia, Inc., an international consulting and professional services company specializing in a wide range of technology solutions utilizing formal Project Management as a proven and repeatable delivery method. With a Fortune 50 client list, Pro4ia was Citibank's Nominee for Crain's Magazine 'Entrepreneurship of the Year' Award in 2005. He simultaneously served as CEO of Onit, Inc., a national sourcing company specializing in placements for all levels of technology skill sets.   Mr. Pfister was also the National Program Office Leader for American Express leading some of the largest technology transformation initiatives in the company's history. He served as a Licensed Engineering Officer in the U.S. Merchant Marine, holds a B.S. from the State University of New York Maritime College in Facilities Engineering, and completed Harvard Business School's Executive Education Program for Board Directors.   Mr. Pfister is the creator of the ‘Board as a Service' (BaaS) engagement model, an industry he is credited with inventing. He is a Master Speaker and conducts national speaking tours, lectures, and seminars focused on effective leadership, strategy, Board architecture, becoming an exceptional Board Director candidate, professional project/program management, and entrepreneurship.    His popular book, 'Across The Board: The Modern Architecture Behind an Effective Board of Directors,' an Amazon best-seller with circulation in over 70 countries, has influenced a whole new generation of Board Directors.    Mr. Pfister is a proficient Board Director and CEO with experience across multiple industry verticals. He is typically the Chair, or a member of the Strategic Planning Committee, Governance Committee, Technology & Cybersecurity Committee, and Nominating Committee. Mr. Pfister's experience as a renowned Board Consultant, having guided and coached hundreds of Boards, Board Committees, and Board Members, additionally offers up unique and informed viewpoints to the companies he serves.    He holds an Executive Masters Professional Board Certification through the American College of Corporate Directors (ACCD), is a member of the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD), is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) through the Project Management Institute (PMI), holds a Global ESG Certification through Competent Boards, and holds a Certified Cyber Intelligence Professional Board Certification (CCIP) through the McAfee Institute.           Nonprofit Architect Podcast Links     Website: http://nonprofitarchitect.org   Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NonprofitArchitect    Ultimate Podcast Guide https://www.fatfreecartpro.com/ecom/gb.php?&i=1698463&cl=377219&c=cart&ejc=2&custom=card Subscribe and leave a review https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nonprofit-architect-podcast/id1481292481 Patreon https://www.patreon.com/NonprofitArchitect Watch on YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQm8fnR2sHyrmLpV2jKYajA Listen to these other great podcasts from Veterans. https://nonprofitarchitect.org/veteran-podcast-network/ Want help getting your podcast started? https://nonprofitarchitect.org/podcast-production-services/

My guest for this episode is Mark Pfister. With a strong focus in Strategy, Governance, and Technology / Cybersecurity, Mark is CEO & Chief Board Consultant of M.A. Pfister Strategy Group, an executive advisory firm that serves as a strategic advisory council for executives and Boards in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. He is also Chairman & CEO of Integral Board Group, a specialized Board services and consulting company. He prides himself on being a coach and mentor to senior executives and directors. Mark is a certified project management professional and frequently serves as an expert Project Executive, consulting on global programs/projects in their initiation and operational phases, as well as programs requiring remedial focus to bring them back on track. He has deep knowledge and experience in Board design & operations, strategic planning, business transformation, technology implementations, decisioning processes, certification & continuing education programs, executive coaching, and governance models. Mark was CEO of Pro4ia, Inc., an international consulting and professional services company specializing in a wide range of technology solutions utilizing formal Project Management as a proven and repeatable delivery method. He simultaneously served as CEO of Onit, Inc., a national sourcing company specializing in placements for all levels of technology skill sets. Mark was also the National Program Office Leader for American Express leading some of the largest technology transformation initiatives in the company's history. He served as a Licensed Engineering Officer in the U.S. Merchant Marine, holds a B.S. from the State University of New York Maritime College in Facilities Engineering, and completed Harvard Business School's Executive Education Program for Board Directors. He holds multiple professional certifications. Mark is the creator of the ‘Board as a Service' (BaaS) engagement model. He is a Master Speaker and conducts international speaking tours, lectures, and seminars focused on effective leadership, strategy, Board architecture, becoming an exceptional Board Director candidate, professional project/program management, and entrepreneurship. His popular book, 'Across The Board: The Modern Architecture Behind an Effective Board of Directors,' an Amazon best-seller with circulation in over 70 countries, has influenced an entire new generation of Board Directors. Here's what to expect during the episode: The differences and nuances between a for-profit board and a nonprofit board. What then can nonprofits boards do to improve? Mark's service engagement model – how does it work, and does it apply to nonprofit boards? Applying a governance model to a nonprofit board. It's essential to be able to relate each action of the organization to its goals and strategies. The immense value of cooperation among the program, communication, and development committees to a nonprofit board. It might be better to expect more from your board directors. Why is that? ~ You can see Mark on his website https://www.pfisterstrategy.com/ His LinkedIn page is https://www.linkedin.com/in/markapfister/ You can get Mark's book, Across The Board: The Modern Architecture Behind an Effective Board of Directors, here: https://www.amazon.com/Across-Board-Architecture-Effective-Directors/dp/0692064265 Get Mary's free guide: Six Steps You Must Know to Unleash the Potential of Your Board, by going to https://www.hilandconsulting.org/6stepsreport Be sure to subscribe to Inspired Nonprofit Leadership so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated!   Let us know the topics or questions you would like to hear about in a future episode. You can do that, and follow us, on Facebook. Connect with Mary! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryhiland Inspired Nonprofit Leadership Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/inspirednonprofitleadership Company Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hilandconsulting Website: https://www.hilandconsulting.org

Crista Salvatore is a seasoned leadership coach known for her expertise in helping executives, high-potentials, and professionals tap into their authentic style. Her clients produce exceptional result by leveraging their strengths and increasing their capacity to take action. For 10+ years, she has worked in talent and organizational development. Her experience has fostered proven results for her clients where she delivered practical learning solutions focused on leadership and team performance. Crista takes an intuitive approach to coaching. Her strong insights and instinct foster self-awareness in individuals and teams. Clients receive a holistic view of themselves and leverage that understanding to improve their presence and performance. Crista's coaching engagements enhance clients focus on their inner game: increasing their own confidence and maximizing their ability to make a meaningful impact in their organization. She coaches leaders on their self-management, emotional intelligence, presentation, and leadership/management skills. Crista is certified on a variety of assessment tools: Voices 360, Hogan Assessments Systems, The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, and PDI Talentview of Leadership. She utilizes 360 degree feedback and other assessment data to identify both strengths and development priorities for the client. Through this process, she assists leaders in creating and implementing an action plan to further develop their skills to inspire a higher level of performance. Crista graduated cum laude with a Bachelors Degree in Sociology and a Business Studies minor at Providence College. She completed an Executive Education Program in Change and Consultation: Principles and Practices of Organization Development at Columbia University in 2011. She also completed a Professional Coaching Program from Coach New York at Baruch College's Zicklin School of Business in 2014.Thank you Rajiv for connecting. Check out this episode if you are into becoming the best version yourself and if you have trouble setting boundaries. I enjoyed our conversation about giving your space to grow and owning your strengths. If you would like to connect with her. Click here. https://www.sprktruth.com/biohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/crista-salvatore-b554922/Or send her an email at Crista@sprktruth.com

Crista Salvatore is a seasoned leadership coach known for her expertise in helping executives, high-potentials, and professionals tap into their authentic style. Her clients produce exceptional result by leveraging their strengths and increasing their capacity to take action. For 10+ years, she has worked in talent and organizational development. Her experience has fostered proven results for her clients where she delivered practical learning solutions focused on leadership and team performance. Crista takes an intuitive approach to coaching. Her strong insights and instinct foster self-awareness in individuals and teams. Clients receive a holistic view of themselves and leverage that understanding to improve their presence and performance. Crista’s coaching engagements enhance clients focus on their inner game: increasing their own confidence and maximizing their ability to make a meaningful impact in their organization. She coaches leaders on their self-management, emotional intelligence, presentation, and leadership/management skills. Crista is certified on a variety of assessment tools: Voices 360, Hogan Assessments Systems, The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, and PDI Talentview of Leadership. She utilizes 360 degree feedback and other assessment data to identify both strengths and development priorities for the client. Through this process, she assists leaders in creating and implementing an action plan to further develop their skills to inspire a higher level of performance. Crista graduated cum laude with a Bachelors Degree in Sociology and a Business Studies minor at Providence College. She completed an Executive Education Program in Change and Consultation: Principles and Practices of Organization Development at Columbia University in 2011. She also completed a Professional Coaching Program from Coach New York at Baruch College’s Zicklin School of Business in 2014. Thank you Rajiv for connecting. Check out this episode if you are into becoming the best version yourself and if you have trouble setting boundaries. I enjoyed our conversation about giving your space to grow and owning your strengths. If you would like to connect with her. Click here. https://www.sprktruth.com/bio https://www.linkedin.com/in/crista-salvatore-b554922/ Or send her an email at Crista@sprktruth.com