Podcast appearances and mentions of Star Brand

Star Brand, Spitfire and the Troubleshooters, Nightmask, PSI Force, Kickers Inc, Mark Hazzard Merc, Justice, DP7. We know them, we ranked them and anything left that we didn't say in the over 100 episodes we've got covered here!

Star Brand, Spitfire and the Troubleshooters, Nightmask, PSI Force, Kickers Inc, Mark Hazzard Merc, Justice, DP7. We know them, we ranked them and anything left that we didn't say in the over 100 episodes we've got covered here!

Still more New Universe to talk about! Here we talk through issues 26-32 of DP7, Star Brand issues 17, 18, 19 and the War miniseries. We give our final thoughts on those series, plus talking about the last run of backup issues.

Still more New Universe to talk about! Here we talk through issues 26-32 of DP7, Star Brand issues 17, 18, 19 and the War miniseries. We give our final thoughts on those series, plus talking about the last run of backup issues.

Today we talk about the Star Brand, what it is, how it works, and good amount of the people it has affected like a dude dirtbiking, several women who die during childbirth, and a gay caveman. What we were up to this week: Briar didn't read any comics but does talk a lot about the announcement of Marvel United: A Pride Special (2025) #1 Olivia read Absolute Fash (2025) #1 Thanks to Victoria Watkins for our icon! Support Capes and Japes by: Checking out our Patreon or donating to the Tip jar Find out more on the Capes and Japes website.

You know when reality shows finish a season and then they have a reunion episode at the end where the people that screwed each other over over the course of the season get to face each other? This is a lot like the Star Brand version of that. A definitive end to Star Brand for sure, and be sure to stick around til the end for DJ Roger's bad dance grooves.

You know when reality shows finish a season and then they have a reunion episode at the end where the people that screwed each other over over the course of the season get to face each other? This is a lot like the Star Brand version of that. A definitive end to Star Brand for sure, and be sure to stick around til the end for DJ Roger's bad dance grooves.

Ok, so the real title is Target White House, but it does have a healthy dose of Wilfred Brimley in it (or Jake Burnley). We've got DP7, a Ken Connell sighting and President Voight! Could this be the first Nukin' issue of Byrne's Star Brand according to our lovely podcasters?

Ok, so the real title is Target White House, but it does have a healthy dose of Wilfred Brimley in it (or Jake Burnley). We've got DP7, a Ken Connell sighting and President Voight! Could this be the first Nukin' issue of Byrne's Star Brand according to our lovely podcasters?

Special ultra spectacular 100th episode of our podcast episode that is also spectacular! The Star Brand 17. Last we left this comic, Wilford Brimley was all powered up with Star Brand and ready to fix the world. We'll see if he can do it before Mac Browning decides that he's a dangerous civilian or that wet blanket Witness guy spoils things.

Special ultra spectacular 100th episode of our podcast episode that is also spectacular! The Star Brand 17. Last we left this comic, Wilford Brimley was all powered up with Star Brand and ready to fix the world. We'll see if he can do it before Mac Browning decides that he's a dangerous civilian or that wet blanket Witness guy spoils things.

Picking up where we left off with part 1. We'll be covering issues 19-25 of DP7 and 13-16 of Star Brand, plus The Draft.

Death--Where is Thy Sting? More Like: Brimley--Where is Thy Oats??? Oh man...so sure there is some kind of story about what happens if the star child removes the ability to die, but really you should listen and stick around to decide whether Steven or Andy have the better Wilford Brimley impression. Also, zombie Ken/Jim Shooter.

Death--Where is Thy Sting? More Like: Brimley--Where is Thy Oats??? Oh man...so sure there is some kind of story about what happens if the star child removes the ability to die, but really you should listen and stick around to decide whether Steven or Andy have the better Wilford Brimley impression. Also, zombie Ken/Jim Shooter.

Well lets just be honest here, we haven't really been loving the new direction that Star Brand has taken, especially some real anti "Don't throw away the Duck" story choices. However, it makes for one heck of a fun podcast. Strap in folks...PITT Plague!

And finally we return to bi-monthy Star Brand. In this issue we learn more about the motivations of Ken and Duck's space super star baby. Sure the issue is a bit weird, but we've got some great impressions and a back up story "Family Ties" that follows up on what happened to the family that Jenny Swensen rescued from the PITT.

Creepy flying baby alert!! Is this still the same comic book that started the New Universe? Lots of big changes on the way in this story, so strap in and grab a cold mug of Pitt juice. It's going to get weird!!!

This week Dimitrios and Brett discuss Marvel's New Universe! How did Dimitrios get exposed to the New Universe? What is the New Universe? When was Marvel's first Black character and when was DC's? What made the Thing an innovative character? What did the New Universe slogan "the world outside your window" mean? What was The White Event? Who was Justice? What was The Star Brand? Who were D.P. 7? How did the New Universe titles end? What did they do right with the New Universe? Will there ever be a New Universe TV show? What was the deal with Valiant Comics? What did Brett think of The Last Ronin? Reading list: Doom Patrol Nightmask Spitfire and the Troubleshooters D.P. 7 Marc Hazzard Merc Star Brand The Pitt The War The Draft Psi Force Kickers Inc. Justice Black Lightning Green Lantern (John Stewart) Black Panther Fantastic Four New Teen Titans new universal The Last Ronin

What is going on here??? Do we finally get to see Ken Connell do some super heroics? A weird visit to a comic book convention to see John Byrne? An unexpected pregnancy? Some kind of New Universe-shaping mega event? Massive retcons? we'll see but you are definitely going to want to hear this one!

Riot at the clinic! The gang war might be reaching it's peak but for sure there are some paranormals that aren't going to survive this one! Tune in to find out who to grieve for. We are skipping ahead a bit in the release order to cover PSI Force 18, since this story occurs before a certain explosive Star Brand 12. Here we get to find out what happens after the destruction of the sanctuary last issue!

Legendary John Byrne takes over Star Brand, but how does he feel about our main man Ken Connell? There was lots of advertising hype for this one, should be a good one! PSI Force is breaking out this issue with lots of fun pop culture references and John Lithgowian foreheads! A fun issue by Fabian Nicieza.

"To Russia with Nukes!" In Star Brand 10 there is a problem in Russia, but the Russians are keeping quiet about it. Can Ken intercede? In PSI Force Tyrone gets abducted and Thomas "Stalker" Boyd takes matters into his own hands.

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Today we begin to suspect that our official horniest comic yet, “Star Brand,” is just repackaged Penthouse Letters with drawings attachedJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/umq7Rms Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/satamtuesdays Our Website: http://www.theinfinitebacklog.com/THIS WEEK'S COMICS (July - August ‘87)Star Brand (1986) #5Star Brand (1986) #6The Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #290Silver Surfer (1987) #1The Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #291Silver Surfer (1987) #2NEXT WEEK'S COMICSStar Brand (1986) #7The Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #292Silver Surfer (1987) #3Amazing Spider-Man Annual (1964) #21Silver Surfer (1987) #4

PSI Force, Star Brand, Justice and DP7, these are the New Universe comics that made the cut and get to continue on! As a special bonus episode, we recap each series and talk about what we liked and didn't like, and some of our favorite moments.

Listen, Learn, and Communicate your Brand. Align your LinkedIn profile to how you appear and interact in person. Use your LinkedIn profile as your Digital Ambassador Says my Next guest Carol Kaemmerer.She has a special affinity with displaced C-Suite executives by helping them learn and develop a brand that others recognize.  According to Carol, we must strive to be recognizable inside and outside our current job or business.  She advocates for keeping wisdom in the workplace with a strong focus on brand pillars. What are the three things you want to be known for? What are your differentiators?  What are your purpose, passion, and principles that you Lead with? Become your Own Brand Ambassador!Carol Kaemmerer took what seemed like shockingly bad news and turned it into an amazing opportunity.  After a surprise downsizing in the Fortune 500 company she served as a consultant, Carol found that her 20 years of marketing communications experience provided the perfect set-up for helping professionals build their online brand. LinkedIn, she recognized, is an integral part of that brand-building. But many brilliant leaders cannot articulate their brand effectively on LinkedIn, which was a weak link in their online reputation. Since 2011, Carol has focused her communications expertise on helping C-suite executives and senior leaders use LinkedIn powerfully, creating positioning and messaging that reflects their business passion with authenticity. The American Reporter has recognized her as one of the “Top Six Professional Branding Experts  to Watch in 2022.” Her award-winning book, LinkedIn for the Savvy  Executive, was published in its Second Edition in 2021.  Carol is a professional member of the National Speakers  Association, Certified Virtual Presenter, Advisor to the C-Suite Network, Esteemed Faculty Member of the Women's Coaching and  Consulting Council, and a member of LeadHERship Global. Let Us Welcome Carol Kaemmerer to the Follow The Brand Podcast Where We are building a 5 Star Brand that You can Follow!

Build confidence through experience, get comfortable, and ask questions to expand your exposure with senior leaders, says my next guest Andre Reid of Jackson Health System.Reid deploys an innovative and progressive thinking mindset that is solution oriented. He focuses on processes, policies, and procedures as a Senior Audit and Compliance Officer. He encourages others on his team through desire and drive and understands that the biggest asset in the world is our people.The best gift you can give another individual is education. You can grow your network and resources to access opportunities through education.  Andre Reid is a Diplomatic professional with over 15 years of assurance and advisory experience. Demonstrates effectiveness as a leader and working in a team environment. Experienced in grasping the big picture and incorporating strategic initiatives in the audit plan from a risk base perspective. Experienced in Enterprise Risk Management ("ERM") and Continuous Monitoring/Assurance development to help align organizational goals and initiative with risk identification and management. With an ability to communicate in an effective/assertive manner to all levels of management as well as executive management. More than 5 years of international work experience, including in Europe, North America, Mexico, and Central/South America. Proven track record in managing a variety of audit assignments and experience with assessing compliance with the Sarbanes Oxley Act.. Effectively using data analysis techniques to provide population systemic value and exploring Robotic Process Automation ("RPA") within the internal audit function to provide management with advisory efficiencies for routine challenging business processes.Demonstrated expertise in designing comprehensive risk-based audit and compliance programs that address an organization's risk impact associated with strategic objectives and initiatives. Reid earned his undergraduate degree at Florida State University in business and his MBA at the University of Miami School of Business in Healthcare policy.Let us welcome Andre Reid to the Follow the Brand Podcast, Where we are building  a 5 STAR Brand that You Can FOLLOW!

Are you showing up unapologetically as yourself in business and your personal life? Are you leading with wisdom, experience, and a systems approach for success in 2023? My next guest Mary Henderson has over 40000 hours of training and coaching expertise that she is willing to share with you!She helps industry experts commercial their knowledge, wisdom, and skillsets into a business and a brand.   She looks not for influence but wisdom to engage with clients to be more believable, trustworthy, and outcomes driven.She is a systems thinker who understands the core problem that your customer needs to solve. Known as a complex problem solver.   She teaches you to brand yourself natively in who you are in your natural state of being. The embodiment of you. Her teaching is based on the two-pronged approach of systemization, implementation, and embodiment.  She helps you to tap into your unseen potential on a day-to-day basis.  Start with Implement and go on the journey of embodiment, The currency of self-awareness.  Don't spend your whole life in the scarcity mindset of r the fix-it mindset. Mary is an internationally recognized Personal Branding & Digital Business Specialist.Mary has 20+ years of experience building 7 & 8-figure businesses & building high-performance sales teams in the IT sector, and 15 years delivering online solutions for large and small businesses. She has been featured in many publications and is regarded as a thought leader in the Digital sector.Mary's point of difference is her Personal Branding technology, a SaaS Platform that has the ability to define a person's brand essence with a precision that can be applied across all communication touchpoints. She is also the founder of Lights. Cameras. Action an end-to-end coaching program that delivers tangible outcomes.When you engage Mary, you access 40,000+ hours of experience, knowledge, and wisdom in Personal Branding, client profiling, lead generation strategies, online course development, sales leadership, content development, and digital acumen.Mary embraces technology and social media in a big way, and her followers are growing daily.Mary is a heart-centered, compassionate, and tenacious entrepreneur who thrives on human transformation and witnessing people fulfill their dreams.Let us Welcome Mary Henderson to the Follow The Brand Podcast where we are building a 5 STAR Brand that You Can Follow!

In an age where work quality and digital footprints are measured more than ever, informaticists must develop and curate their own individual brands in effective ways. My next guest Oscar Perez uses his brand to communicate resources necessary to accomplish a strategic goal, solve tough IT challenges, and to define the cost associated with performance objectives.Perez lives at the intersection of informatics and IT technology. The integration of healthcare sciences, computer science, information science, and cognitive science. He focuses on the people and processes to manage technology and data to deliver the right outcomes at the right times to maximize patient outcomes. Oscar says Informatics is about understanding workflows and the systems that you are using in a healthcare setting.  Understanding and connecting the dots by being able to align clinical and business systems to the technical requirements. Mr. Oscar E Perez is the Chief Application & Innovation Officer at Health Choice Network in South Florida.  He is a transformational and innovative leader with extensive experience in a healthcare executive leadership role. He has a proven record of achievement in strategic planning and digital transformation. Known for developing and building high-performing teams that enable technology throughout the entire organization. Mr. Perez is accomplished in addressing business and clinical critical issues, utilizing technology and innovative approaches while managing costs and reducing risks.Mr. Perez has been in healthcare IT for over 28+ years.   He's worked at various healthcare systems including large academic medical centers like the University of Miami Healthcare System and large public healthcare safety net systems like Jackson Memorial in south Florida.  Most recently he was Vice President of IT at Memorial Healthcare System, a 6-hospital public healthcare system that includes Joe DiMaggio's Children's Hospital in Broward County, Florida.  In addition, he's consulted at many large healthcare systems throughout the country like Emory in Atlanta, MD Anderson in Houston, and many more.  His well-rounded healthcare experience has allowed him to make an impact wherever he's been.Mr. Perez currently lives with his family in South Florida, where he received a Bachelor' in Management Information Systems (MIS) from FIU and a Master' in Healthcare Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Miami.  He also serves on the board for South Florida HIMSS as past president and is a member of CHIME and NACHC.Let US Welcome Oscar Perez to the Follow The Brand Podcast Where we are building a 5 STAR Brand that You Can Follow!

When people ask us what beauty spots are a must-visit when they come to LA, Violet Grey on Melrose Place is high on the list. The highly-curated store stocked with “best in class” beauty goods is the product of one Cassandra Grey, arguably one of the savviest and chicest beauty entrepreneurs in the industry. On today's episode, Cassandra walks us through the rigorous process of becoming Violet-approved, her favorite brands she helped put on everyone's radar, and why she believes that at the end of the day, people just want to be told what to put on their faces. Stay tuned until the very end of the ep for a major giveaway of the coveted Violet Grey New Obsessions box.Shop this episodeGlossAngelesPod.comhttps://linktr.ee/glossangelespodCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 “As human beings our identity is made up of all the people that lived before us. The ability to have continued conversations with people either living or not in an interactive platform, is a blessing, “ Says my next guest Heather Smith.  She drives a deeper connection with family, business, and people through conversational video services. Heather Smith is an experiential exhibit designer who has exhibited in Los Angeles, Cuba, and The United Nations. Heather was the concept creator and producer of New Dimensions in Testimony, the technology behind future generations being able to have a conversation with a Holocaust survivor. Heather partnered with USC Shoah Foundation on New Dimensions in Testimony to develop a new interview methodology. Heather now serves as the CVO of StoryFile, an interactive Conversational Video AI Platform that uses advanced natural language processing and artificial intelligence to make video interaction feel just like a real conversation. StoryFile's technology will allow people to have conversations with video, removing the boundaries of time and space, so that we can experience all kinds of conversations and learn from individuals whenever and wherever we want. At the heart of Heather's work is the underlying need to share, preserve and learn from the human experience. Heather's work has been featured on NBC's The Today Show, The New Yorker, The BBC and on 60 Minutes.Heather had always intended to use the interactive concept she had created to preserve the stories of humanity for future generations.  In 2017, she launched StoryFile to create a cloud-based, no-code, automatic platform that would bring the power of conversational video into everyone's hands.StoryFile is revolutionizing the way we connect with each other by introducing conversational video with Audio Visual technology at the forefront of this generation. StoryFile magically turns video into a conversation through the click of a button. This next generation of technology uses artificial intelligence to support video conversations on any device. StoryFile transforms traditional one-way video into a two-way conversation. This is the biggest audio-visual evolution since video was first created.Let us welcome Health Maio Smith to The Follow the Brand Podcast, where we are building a 5 STAR Brand that you Can Follow!

Every 37 minutes of an hour, advertising in the world is done by a WPP company. According to my next guest Douglas Freeman. From eCommerce business development to delivering DEI speeches in the United Nations, Douglas Freeman frames a unique story of his rise to prominence.Missed diversity opportunities led him to understand how to leverage diversity for valuable returns for cost-saving, productivity gains, and revenue. Specifically leveraging diversity to show business impact. Diversity best practice dialogues allowed him to work globally by focusing on impactful global frameworks. His job is to scale out the knowledge and shift the mindset about the DEI success model. Douglas C. Freeman is the President of the Global Reflections and Inclusive Leadership inclusion practice at UniWorld Group, Inc. a global, multicultural, communication and advertising firm. UWG at 51 years old is the oldest Multicultural/DEI firm in the United States. Global Reflections is a sophisticated line of client offerings that provides corporations with a deep portfolio of holistic diversity and inclusion best practices, customized to the client's specific business needs. Mr. Freeman and UWG have completed diversity and inclusion projects for some of the world's leading organizations, from Disney and Major League Baseball to Morgan Stanley and the European Union Commission in Brussels.Mr. Freeman has served as Vice Chairman of the United Nations Gender Equality Experts Panel, was named a 40Under40 business leader by the NYC Network Journal, and is a former board trustee of Georgetown College (US educational partner of Regents Park College, Oxford University). He recently served on the Dean's Alumni Leadership Council at the JFK School of Government, Harvard University.Mr. Freeman holds a master's in public policy degree from the John F. Kennedy School at Harvard University, an MBA Essentials credential from the London School of Economics, along with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of California at Berkeley. Mr. Freeman attended Harvard University on a Woodrow Wilson Fellowship, completed his graduate degree focused on International Trade and Finance, and received the top grade (“A”) for his master's thesis work.He is a two-time British Columbia Under-19 Rugby All-Star; is a two-time Canadian Universities “All-Canadian” (Ontario Universities) and was selected for the Canada Under-21 team as a Rugby All-Star. Mr. Freeman is the son of Emmy Award-winning conductor Maestro Paul Freeman, the first African American to lead a Canadian Symphony Orchestra.Let us welcome Douglas Perry Freeman to the Follow The Brand Podcast where we are building a 5 STAR Brand that You Can Follow!

Welcome to the Follow The Brand Podcast I am your Host Grant McGaugh CEO of 5 STAR BDM Where we help you to build a 5 STAR Brand that people can follow!Technology, business strategy, thought leader, and disruptor Christopher Kunney who was the 1st African American promoted into the C Suite in the 120-year history of Piedmont healthcare joins me as my special guest on the Follow the Brand podcast. He asks " What is your success plan?" What is your personal brand strategy to position yourself for the next great opportunity?"  Are you a technical/operational CIO or are you a CIO that understands the business and how you leverage technology to support the business?" Many times you will need to reach outside your current organization to gain the skill sets and grooming needed for promotion into senior leadership. Kunney learned to cultivate strategic relationships which have helped him to lead transformation efforts in the organizations in which he has served.  He has learned that technology is a component of every executive decision in the business enterprise. He strives to educate and demystify the technical component so that executive staff can better understand they are a digital company that delivers healthcare. Christopher Kunney currently serves as Senior Vice President of Digital Acceleration for Divurgent.  He's responsible for developing new business and expanding existing contracts, In addition, he initiates and executes solution strategies, win themes, and partner strategies. He recently served as Chief Strategist & Business Development for DSS, Inc.'s Juno EHR product line.  As an experienced healthcare information technology executive and strategist Kunney works with hospitals, health systems, accountable care organizations, clinically integrated networks, ancillary service providers, and physician-owned entities to provide guidance and insights specific to emerging healthcare technology offerings, compliance-related issues, and technology adoption.  As a valued member of senior management teams, he has contributed a seasoned, broad-based perspective with the maturity to lead IT transformation efforts in all areas of the healthcare business. His business philosophy is to create practical IT strategies and implementation plans designed for maximum return. He has appeared as a subject matter expert at numerous healthcare IT industry conferences and events and in a variety of publications including The Atlanta Business Chronicle, Modern Healthcare, Who's Who in Business and Industry, and Who's Who in Black Atlanta.   Christopher was most recently identified by the Healthcare Information Management Systems Society (HIMSS) as a "2019-2020 Industry Change Maker". Let us Welcome Bernard Key to the Follow The Brand Podcast Where we are building a 5 STAR Brand That You CAN Follow! 

Do you make the best decisions with the information, education, and knowledge at your disposal? Are you actively and consistently seeking to build a community of people with a singular purpose and mission?  My next guest Felicia C. Turnley does! She has been a pillar of strength at Memorial West Hospital and leads with a philosophy of continuous learning and advocates for all within her circle of influence.   Continuous networking and applied knowledge are very important in possessing executive presence.“Healthcare is a team sport,” says Turnley. To be an effective operations leader I must be ready, flexible, collaborative, and creative to meet the day-to-day challenges.  Learning and growth experience must all work together. it is all about the patients we serve at Memorial West Hospital.  “ The importance of networking cannot be overstated to stand out in your profession Ask critical questions when working with leadership.   Process and modeling the information gained by putting them into practice will lead you to new opportunities. Felicia Cephus Turnley is the Chief Operating Officer at Memorial Hospital West in Pembroke Pines, FL.  In this capacity, she assists with the facility's day-to-day operations, working directly with leaders to maintain quality, safety, and service excellence for the patients served. As an administrative team member, she assists in strategic planning to achieve the organization's mission, vision, and long-term goals.She is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives and a member of the National Association of Health Services Executives.  Ms. Turnley is a member of the Broward County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and Mt. Hermon A.M.E. Church in Ft. Lauderdale.Felicia holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Berea College, Berea, KY, and a Master of Science in Hospital and Health Administration from the University of Alabama in Birmingham, AL. Ms. Turnley enjoys time with friends and family, especially her two beautiful daughters, Alexandria (28) and Ariel (23).Let us welcome Felicia C. Turnley to the Follow The Brand Podcast. Where we are building a 5 STAR Brand that you Can Follow! 

Do you believe in being available to solve important issues at hand?  Do you surround yourself with knowledgeable people when facing imposing challenges head-on? My next guest Greg Chavarria brings these important skill sets to the table every day of his professional life.“Bring innovation Bring opportunity and progress on ideas for current and future residents and visitors of Fort Lauderdale.”  Says the recently promoted City Manager His Can-DO attitude typifies an executive presence that gets things done in a time of need.  He uses collaboration and listening skills coupled with diversity of thought in his comprehensive approach to thinking strategically. “Relationships build trust.  Trust builds commitment.  Commitment builds performance. Performance builds success.” Says ChavarriaGreg Chavarria is the City Manager of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, a position he has held since July 23, 2022. Chavarria previously served as Assistant City Manager of the City of Fort Lauderdale since September 2020.His experience includes serving as a transformational leader with a strong focus on business improvement, optimizing the customer service experience, and implementing digital innovation strategies. As an innovator with a deep grasp of technology, organizational change management, and project management capabilities, he has delivered smart city and sustainability solutions that improved public safety, process management, and accountability.Innovation, smart cities, and bringing forth digital citizen engagement strategies for constituents are his passion. Notable smart city projects Greg has led include the implementation of smart surveillance detection systems, smart lighting systems within public facilities, the development of mobile apps to increase public engagement, and the implementation of smart metering for water utilities.He has earned professional certifications such as the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and ITIL v3. He has a dual Bachelor's degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Miami, a Master's in Information Systems from Florida International University, and is currently pursuing a Doctoral degree in Psychology focusing on industrial-organizational management. He enjoys learning new things and connecting with people across a range of industries.Let us Welcome Greg Chavarria to the Follow the Brand Podcast Where We are Building a 5 STAR Brand that you Can Follow!

Mind Set, Tool Set, and Skill Set position you to be impactful says my next guest Daphne E. Jones. She utilizes all three game-changing ideas to stand out and overcome the thought that you are not good enough to succeed in your chosen field. Jones empowers the underserved, undervalued, and overlooked by not listening to people who put limits and labels on you. She is a head, heart, and gut leader who asks “Do you know the business” “Are you strategic?” “How much do you care, and do you have empathy and compassion?” Challenging the status quo with emotional intelligence and intellectual curiosity by making the complex simple Jones values unique experiences and perspectives to help her community grow.  Speak in the language of the audience that you are influencing to create alignment then you Win!  says Daphne E Jones. Learn, Do, and Transform each position on your path to change your business or career outcome. Daphne E. Jones is a seasoned executive with extensive experience implementing digital technologies to drive market growth, seamless customer fulfillment & internal efficiencies within Fortune 50 corporations. She has over thirty years of experience in general management and executive-level roles at IBM, Johnson & Johnson, Hospira (now Pfizer), and General Electric. During her tenure at GE, she served as SVP for Future of Work, SVP & CIO. She co-led a global team that defined GE's digital DNA and ran IT for $13B GE Healthcare businesses pf Product Engineering, Imaging, Ultrasound, and Post Market Product Services. Before GE Healthcare, her early career days were spent at IBM and Johnson & Johnson as executive Director, and VP of IT followed by her role as SVP & CIO at Hospira, Inc, a $5B global pharma & infusion technology company. At Hospira, she led all aspects of Hospira's enterprise, infrastructure, cyber, digital & analytics technology. Her latter career days were spent innovating with predictive maintenance, design for additive & other advanced technologies to help the business differentiate and win in the market.  Daphne serves on the board of directors for AMN Healthcare, Inc., Barnes Group Inc, and Masonite International Corp and is on the audit, compensation & governance committees. Named by Savoy Magazine, as one of the most influential AA Directors in 2021, she is a member of NACD, Accenture Cybersecurity Council, the digital director's network (DDN), and the Executive Leadership Council (ELC). She is the CEO/Founder of the Board Curators – a company that prepares senior leaders for paid board service at www.theboardcurators.com and is launching her book in Fall 2022 from McGraw-Hill entitles “ Win When They Say You Won't” Her thought leadership & experience make her a sought-after speaker on digital, DEI board development, and personal transformation. Daphne earned her MBA and BS from Illinois State University. Let us Welcome Daphne E. Jones to the Follow the Brand Podcast where we are building a 5 STAR Brand that You Can follow! https://theboardcurators.com/

How do you view wealth?  Do you keep more of your money than you bring in? Giving financial advice is very specific and customized for the individual. Says Marcus Ford.  Financial empowerment is understanding your vision. Ford knows where he is going, and everything has an intended purpose.  Intentional steps.If you are ok with earning a high income. Willing to help people, driven to succeed, and coachable, you will be a very successful financial professional. Excellence in service and purpose is Marcus's Brand which leads to an enlightened culture with a defined “Why”Marcus Ford anticipates and solves problems by helping people make smart decisions with money. He is a  Thought Leader and Life Changer whose life has been dedicated to service. He began his career in the Finance Industry in Treasury Management, helping organizations manage their investments, operating cash, and debt. Success on this level meant the creation of opportunities in higher education for many deserving students in the Houston area.     After a successful tenure in Treasury Management instituting sound financial policies and procedures, HeI joined Increase Financial with a singular purpose in mind, to help people achieve their highest potential by building strong financial plans that free them to focus on what is important without having to worry about what will happen if things go wrong.Marcus Ford prides himself on being a solution builder and problem solver. From an early age, Marcus was driven to excellence by his parents, and educators in the public school system for over thirty years. He used this drive to achieve his childhood dream of playing college football for Florida State University while earning a double major in Accounting and Finance. Using his skill in Treasury Management in Higher Education, Marcus helped Texas Southern University create a Treasury Management Department to continue its mission to educate and equip African American students during low enrollment, low donor contributions, and a high debt burden. Marcus enjoys helping people and businesses achieve excellence in their finances to maximize their purpose.Let us Welcome Marcus Ford to the Follow the Brand podcast where we are building a 5 STAR Brand that you will follow!

Does an MBA prepare you to be an expert in personal finance?  What is the true cost of procrastination when it comes to growing your finances?  What is the generational wealth you are leaving to your kids and grandkids?  Ruby Wesley and Jeniece McClary use wealth accumulation strategies backed by trust, Education, and industry certifications to strengthen your financial house.Let's get excited and develop the mindset to deliver financial wellness with a great advisory team.  Jeniece McClary s a successful business owner offering advisory, brokerage, and financial planning services to create and sustain multi-generational wealth for families and businesses.She enjoys partnering with clients to ensure their vision and action plans align and is passionate about serving her community.Throughout her long-standing career, Jeniece has been a trusted advisor, mentor, and advocate for over 100+ small businesses.   Jeniece is a native New Yorker, a wife, mom of four, and grandmother.  Whether hanging out locally near her home in Summit, NJ, or traveling to new places, faith and family is everything to her, and every client is a part of her extended Tribe.  Ruby Wesley graduated from Rutgers University in NJ where she majored in Economics. She started her career in financial reporting and later went on to launch an award-winning dessert business. Her entrepreneurship journeys garnered several accolades and years of experience which she reinvested into her peers and fellow business owners through mentorship and various leadership positions.She brought her drive and entrepreneurial passion to Northwestern Mutual, understanding that helping people build brighter futures, starts by building strong relationships.Her goal: Empowering women of color to achieve financial security and peace ofmind. The best part of my job is helping women gain clarity and organization aroundtheir financial surplus. After developing an understanding of who they are and what they want, my team and I work tirelessly to provide a clear vision with a tax-efficient Financial Plan that evolves with them.When not at work, you may find Ruby at home baking cupcakes or watching Disney movies with her daughter “Princess” Lea.Let's Welcome Ruby and Janiece to the Follow the Brand Podcast where we are building a 5 STAR Brand that People will Follow!

My next guest, Vedner Guerrier, stresses the Importance of education.  He says to cherish your education as it will open new worlds for you.  Using education as his brand and his natural curiosity helped him to get into the C Suite. His motto is access to quality education and focuses on assisting people to achieve positive outcomes.Vedner Guerrier is Chief Executive Officer for Memorial Hospital West, one of six hospitals of the Memorial Healthcare System in Hollywood, Florida.  He has 24 years of experience working in healthcare as a caregiver and administrator. He also served as the Chief Executive Officer for Memorial Hospital Miramar. Prior to his CEO roles, he served as the Vice President of Oncology Services at the Memorial Healthcare System, where he was the administrative lead for the Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI) at the Memorial Cancer Institute.  Mr. Guerrier applies his clinical knowledge to help guide patient-centered care to an array of process improvements and quality care initiatives.  Mr. Guerrier has led various process improvement projects in Medical Oncology focused on reducing oncology patients' emergency room visits, patient triaging, and chemotherapy patient flow improvement.  He has completed projects in Radiation Oncology centered on patient safety, treatment delivery, and patient satisfaction.  Mr. Guerrier is experienced in directing multidisciplinary teams using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to achieve collaborative resolution for an assortment of quality patient care initiatives.  He is a board member and coach for the Quality Training Program in the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).  Through ASCO, Mr. Guerrier coaches physicians nationally and internationally to use Lean Six Sigma methodologies to promote collaboration, improve quality, and patient care. Mr. Guerrier received a Master of Business Administration in Healthcare from Florida International University. Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervision and Management from Broward College.  Certifications include Registered Radiation Therapist (RT. T) from The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist and Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB) from Florida International University.    Let us welcome Vedner Guerrier to the Follow The Brand Podcast where we are building a 5 STAR Brand that you can follow!

Long Time Security expert turned media and financial expert giving back to the community in unique ways. He frames a story to help others achieve their business and career goals. He defines financial empowerment as an endeavor to understand the system of finance that has been created. He wants us to walk into this world of opportunity with the confidence to succeed financially.  Teaching and empowering everyone that they can be great at multiple things and staying on focus is David's philosophy. He unpacks a transformative story that took him from California to Australia that changed his life view.David Lee is a man of many talents. He is the identity Jedi in the identity and access management space, with over 15 years of experience helping Fortune 500 companies understand the way of identity. David has run the gamut regarding identity from engineering to consulting to business development and product management. He has become one of the most knowledgeable and sought-after experts in the field.David is also a passionate advocate for financial literacy within the African American community and the co-founder of OnTheCorner Media Group - a multimedia company focused on empowering black Americans through education and entrepreneurship.When he's not building a media empire, breaking down financial barriers, or demystifying identity, he enjoys playing golf, a good book, or playing video games with his friends.Let us welcome David Lee to the Follow the Brand podcast, where we are building a 5 STAR Brand that You can follow!

Money is entangled in everything we do.  Are you in control of your money, or is money in control of you? The flow of Money creates a narrative for you to take charge of your finances, not the reverse. Money has that power if we let it have power over us.Expert financial coach Susan Howell wants you to live unburdened by creating economic space with effective budgeting techniques. Budgeting is the building block of financial wellness and can relieve you of debt, back taxes, and the inability to get loans.  Budgeting is your map to keep track and create knowledge and financial security. Financial discipline and budget get bad names; however, to break the cycle of debt, Howell advises her clients to take a responsible approach to personal finance. Financial responsibility equals financial freedom.Susan Howell is a great communicator and an expert in her field and very authentic when advising that you need to be willing to change your mindset to get on the path to get financial freedom. She helps you to change your perspective and emotions about finances as she helps to reframe your perceptions about money. Get to a better place with your money story with transformative coaching! Says Susan Howell  She retired at 50 as a Senior Special Agent with The Department of Justice Office of the Inspector General.  Susan worked for the Federal government for 26 years- with both the IRS and the DOJ- with 22 years as a Federal Agent. During her career, Susan investigated many financial-related crimes. Susan grew up without money and was determined to change her life.Susan realized that financial literacy and responsibility were not being taught in the school system or society in general and felt a great passion for making a positive impact in the world of money matters.Susan created Money Maestra, which translates to "Money Teacher," to help people get on the path to financial wellness and economic freedom. Susan has individual and couples' clients, gives workshops, makes presentations, and speaks at events. Let us welcome Susan Howell to the Follow The Brand Podcast, where we are building a 5 STAR Brand you Can Follow!https://www.moneymaestra.com/www.5starbdm.com

“Relationships are not transactional” is a mantra you will hear again and again from Kevin Cadette, Executive Director for Black Angels Miami. London-born startup industry veteran and technology leader who is determined to change the landscape of tech and investing in Miami. His organization, Black Angels Miami, aims to connect black investors to promising minority-owned startups.“We need to be better represented in the financial community and get introductions to people interested in your success.”  Says Cadette. Kevin is excited to work with start-ups and works with minority group entrepreneurs who lack the experience needed to get funded for their projects.  He will help you get in front of the right people at the right time by understanding the strategic investment strategies of venture capitalists.  He knows how to ask for the right kind of money with an understanding of your business model, use of funds, and the challenges you are trying to solve.Kevin and the superbly talented team at Black Angels Miami are here to fulfill their mission of connecting minority-and women-owned startups with black investors. They are currently focusing their efforts on matching tech startups with venture capitalists. “Tech comes into play because it can readily scale,” says Kevin. This means that investors partnering with Black Angels Miami seek truly ambitious startup ideas. Beyond local, candidates must have their sights on having a global reach.Let us welcome Kevin Cadette to the Follow The Brand Podcast, Where we are building a 5 STAR Brand that you can follow!https://www.blackangels.miami/www.5starbdm.com

Have you made a commitment and a personal goal to change your financial trajectory for your community that needs it the most? Najah Roberts has. As a business expert, she looks for financial vehicles that can work for her community.  She sees Bitcoin as an avenue worth exploring to close the wealth gap. The evolution of money through scarcity of assets like gold has an uncanny likeness to Bitcoin as a cryptocurrency.  She believes that Bitcoin is scarce, portable, instantaneous, permissionless, and borderless, leading to the most significant wealth transfer in history. Bitcoin is the new step in the evolution of money.  Currently, the U.S. Dollar is not on the gold standard. Our dollars are not backed by gold but by Fiat currency which is money that is inconvertible paper money made legal tender by a government decree. Did you know that more money has been printed in the last two years than in the previous thirty years?  Crypto currency's goal is to create a level playing.  To do that, a mind shift change must occur in understanding cryptocurrencies exchanged on blockchain ledgers in a peer-to-peer network across the globe. Najah says it is essential now to have some Bitcoin in your portfolio. But you need to ask yourself if this investment is for Price or Purpose.  Bitcoin investment will give you foundational wealth in your portfolio. It is for the long-term growth, not the short-term gain, that will see the most significant profit, Says Najah. .  ”Najah Roberts is the Founder, CEO, and Chief Visionary Officer of the only African American-owned brick-and-mortar cryptocurrency exchange in the country -Crypto Blockchain Plug, located in Inglewood, CA. She has spent 10+ years counseling thousands of inner-city youth, business professionals, athletes, and families in cryptocurrency and financial education. Najah strives to live a life of relevancy and purpose through service to others and has quickly become a revered figure in online communities like Clubhouse and her daily radio show on Tavis Smiley's KBLA 1580 Talk Radio. She has now expanded her reach by Creating Crypto Kids Camp, Co-Founding The Black Wall Street Wallet alongside actor Hill Harper, and Founding The Bitcoin Banq. She also does the Annual Digital Financial Revolution Tour, where she travels from city to city, bringing Crypto Education to underserved communities across the country. A highly gifted motivational speaker, educator, philanthropist, author, and leader in her community, Najah has made it her personal goal through her social influence to change narratives, raise bars, and set standards.Let's welcome Najah Roberts to the Follow The Brand Podcast, Where we are building a 5 STAR Brand that you Can Follow!https://najahroberts.com/www.5starbdm.com

Healthcare reimbursement models are ever-changing which requires the industry to seek out diversity in thought and experience to stay fiscally resilient in challenging times.  LaTasha Barnes understands the importance of financial operations to meet the needs of taking care of people. Resiliency in a highly competitive industry during challenging times has led her to see the healthcare system holistically when making key decisions.  Patient flow and care continuum are paramount and top of mind when assessing supply utilization, patient acuity, industry benchmarks and key performance indicators.  “ The numbers don't always tell the whole story. You must understand the business operations to be an effective financial executive.  Says LaTasha BarnesBe intentional when framing opportunities in healthcare finance Alternative career experiences can make you special because it gives you differentiation!   As chief financial officer (CFO) of Bayfront Health St. Petersburg, LaTasha Barnes oversees all financial operations for the 480-bed regional hospital. Previously, she was CFO of Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies and Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children from 2018-to 2020 and played a leading role in financial, operational, and strategic initiatives for the organization.LaTasha has more than 20 years of experience in healthcare finance. Before joining Orlando Health, she held leadership positions with Hospital Corporation of American (HCA), most recently as CFO of Tampa Community Hospital. An experienced CPA, she also is a former auditor for Arthur Andersen and Deloitte & Touche.She earned a bachelor's degree in accounting from Tennessee State University in Nashville and holds CPA licenses in both Florida and Tennessee.LaTasha is a member of the National Association of Black Accountants and has served on the board of directors for Central Florida Community Arts, Girls on the Run Central Florida, and the African American Chamber of Commerce Central Florida and was recently chosen as a nominee as Business Woman of the Year honoree.Let us welcome LaTasha Barnes to the Follow The Brand podcast where we are building a 5 STAR Brand that you can follow! https://www.orlandohealth.com/www.5starbdm.com

If you have the right habits and rituals you will have greater access to money which is a powerful resource. Walter Bond says he decided to become the best in the world at what he does so that money would not be an issue. Are you willing to Become? To put in the commitment.   To get to work at becoming elite at what you do?   Bond is driven by becoming elite at being the best motivational speaker in the world.   He says that a very disciplined person with good habits and rituals will make you a millionaire. Successful people are intentional about their habits.  If you want to become something special, you must create solid rituals.   Rituals connected to the desired outcome will make you a professional. “Discover your Gift! Develop your Gift! Then Position your Gift” says Walter Bond. Stop focusing on what is wrong with you and start focusing on what's right with you and make it stronger.   You must be willing to put in the time and effort to become elite.  Each time you engage your customers or clients you have got to get the “A” to improve your service, product, or brand. Mastering the fundamentals with the excellence of becoming elite is what drives Walter Bond. When Walter steps onto the stage, you can't miss him.   It could be because he's 6'5 and stands out in a crowd, but it could also be because on the stage is where he feels at home. As a nationally recognized public speaker, he commands the stage. He makes the entire audience, whether it's a small board room or a large conference venue, feel seen.  People walk out of Walter's talks changed, motivated, and inspired.  His principles are simple but powerful, his delivery is smooth, and he combines humor, tough love, and experience in a way that changes people. Walter's third and most recently released book Swim!, has picked up speed since its debut in July, and has become a staple for business people and students across the country.  His easy-to-read professional development book combines lovable characters, relatable life lessons, and hard truths that help readers understand the power of leadership, mentoring, and next-level success. Walter travels the country speaking, coaching, teaching, and inspiring companies across a wide range of industries, from financial services to agriculture and franchising to real estate and many more in between. At any given time, you can find Walter leading a mastermind class, offering one on one professional development, hosting book talks, and coaching hungry business leaders and entrepreneurs towards success. While many know Walter Bond as a former NBA player, more and more people know Walter as a passionate and motivated speaker, author, and business coach with one goal: to help people see their full potential.  Walter graduated from the University of Minnesota and has been married to his wife and business partner Antoinette for nearly 30 years.  They have three adult children. Let's welcome Walter Bond to the Follow The Brand Podcast where we are building a 5 STAR Brand that You can follow! https://www.walterbond.com/www.5starbdm.com

Welcome to the Follow the Brand podcast recap for Season 3 on career development!    Career development is choosing a career, improving your skills, and advancing along a career path. This season features senior-level executives, directors, managers, and entrepreneurs who want to help you succeed in your chosen profession.  The season is about setting goals and acquiring the skills to achieve those goals. Reflect on who you are and what you ultimately want from your working career.; You will learn by listening to each episode that building skills achieve career development in the short term while career growth is the overall blueprint for your success.We are now in the era of do-it-yourself career development. Companies less frequently offer formal training.  By listening to our podcast, you will see why Crucial Conversations is the go-to communication to boost your career & take it to that next level. Our Sponsor 5 STAR BDM helps the communities we serve and helps our teammates develop their careers. I encourage you to get personalized, one-on-one career coaching to help you to translate your education and skillsets to the workplace. Now let's tune into the recap show featuring Daniela Gilet on the Follow The Brand Podcast, where we are building a 5 STAR Brand that you can Follow!SPONSOR:From our offices in Miami Lakes, Florida, 5 STAR BDM provides business development and personal branding for small to mid-size companies. Grant McGaugh, managing director of 5 STAR BDM, has helped several professionals and organizations optimize and grow their revenues by providing business management and personal brand development, both locally and nationally, to a broad spectrum of business clients and is a requested speaker on digital technology and brand development issues.Super Connect Your Business! Call for a free, no-obligation consultation to see how 5 STAR BDM business development expertise can enhance your opportunities by coaching and consulting your Leaders, Teams & Organizations on improving Business Efficiency and Effectiveness.www.5starbdm.com

What are you experiencing right now and can a  real-time executive coach help you in this endeavor?  Sean Olson believes he can help you to navigate your workload right now to accelerate your pace on your leadership tract from three years to one year. 42% of his clients are promoted within one year.   Be as effective as you can in the position that you are in right now is his philosophy.  Learn as much as you can at your job by experiencing a whole range and a broader spectrum of leadership choices. In the end, leadership is People. Learn to believe in yourselfSean Olson is a firm believer in coaching to change people's lives by tapping into the Who the greatness of the What comes shining forth. Faith leadership and education are his brands he helps you to turn on your brilliance to become the best version of yourself. Let's Honor our similarities and Cherise our diversity.  Everything in leadership is intentional. Leaders are Learners that set the pace with regular habits.   Leadership is influence.  Sean Olson, CEO is an executive coach, author, and speaker with over 25 years of experience helping individuals and teams reach their full potential and effectiveness. He has worked with officers, directors`` and senior managers in start-ups to Fortune 500 companies.He is the co-founder and CEO of Renogize Professional Coaching.  Renogize provides executive coaching and leadership development to Companies and Universities throughout the United States.He published his first book in December of 2019, This Is How I Role: 7 Strategies to Accelerate Your Leadership Growth and Promotability. Sean is an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) with the International Coaching Federation. He is also a Marshall Goldsmith Executive Coaching Stakeholder-Centered Coach. He has served on the program committee for the Indianapolis chapter of ICF and the program committee for the ICF Midwest Regional Conference. He has also completed the CoachU Core Competency Program and is completing the Advanced Corporate Coach U program. Sean also holds his Bachelor's and Master of Arts Degrees.His driving passion is to bring out the incredible leader that is inside every person.Let's Welcome Sean Olson to the Follow The Brand Podcast where we are building a 5 STAR Brand that You Can Follow!https://renogize.com/www.5starbdm.com

Is college right for you? Is the price for post-secondary learning a challenge? A one size fits all educational system does not work for everyone. Rafael Castaneda is intentionally creating pathways of learning for today's consumer learners.  Low debt affordable certifications in immersive technologies may be the answer you need on your academic journey. MedCerts offers a strategic and applicable pipeline into the healthcare and information technology industry by leveraging employment partners to address the current labor shortage. Learn how Rafael is answering the digital divide with online certification programs created for your educational journey forward.  In his more than 15 years in the postsecondary arena, Rafael has focused on workforce strategies that build programmatic pathways for unemployed and underemployed students from underserved populations.  Before joining MedCerts, Rafael was the chief academic officer and dean of education at CBD College, a private two-year allied health college in Los Angeles. Rafael also served as a strategy and innovation leader for Jobs for the Future (JFF) crafting connections between postsecondary actors and thought leaders. He has also served as director of strategic partnerships at Ed2Go, a subsidiary of Cengage Learning that focuses on noncredit, industry recognized credential programs.  Earlier in his career, Rafael served as director of academic operations at the Katz School of Graduate and Professional Studies at Yeshiva University and as managing director of online operations for the University of Cincinnati's UC Online program.  He is a member of the advisory board of the University of California, Irvine's Customer Experience Program.  A passionate believer in education as a great equalizer, Rafael joined MedCerts because the organization provides the opportunity to actively participate in bridging the digital divide and skills gap for unserved populations of students. This extremely rewarding and tangible championing of education-based initiatives alongside serving all demographics students provides a rare opportunity to not just speak but do. Rafael is a husband to a brilliant and talented wife, father to two ambitious daughters, and an active member of his community. You will find him at a spin class most weekday mornings and doing outside activities with his family and their French bulldog, Penny, on the weekends. He has lived and worked in all time zones and nine states over the past 12 years.  Let's Welcome Rafael a. Castaneda to the Follow The Brand Podcast Where we are building a 5 STAR Brand that You Can Follow!https://medcerts.com/www.5starbdm.com

Welcome to the Follow The Brand podcast, Where we are building a 5 STAR Brand that You can Follow! I am your host Grant McGaugh bringing you one of the brightest minds in healthcare today, Carladenise Edwards. She was called to healthcare to have an impact. Challenges are exponentially greater today for the industry, and a decision must be made on investing in our future today.Knowledge is power, and we must learn from each other and understand the confluence of politics and economics to create a better healthcare experience for all.  Bring value every day and build relationships with people willing to make the investments for our community.Carladenise says her keys to success lie in the simplicity of Being Present, Don't Quit, and strategically planning to solve problems.Dr. Carladenise Armbrister Edwards is approaching thirty years of professional experience, from serving as an Assistant Dean at her alma mater, the University of Pennsylvania, to serving as a government official leading strategy for Providence St. Joseph Health, a $24B health care company. She is a seasoned executive who loves taking on new challenges and solving complex problems. At the height of the global COVID-19 pandemic, Carladenise began a new chapter that draws on her training and experience as a medical sociologist, business development guru, and avid student of the healthcare economy.  Her desire to serve led her to the role of executive vice president and chief strategy officer at Henry Ford Health System in July 2020, where she is responsible for providing executive counsel and leadership for the system's strategic planning efforts and partnership ventures, business development, and transformation initiatives, government affairs, as well as Henry Ford Innovations, the health system's multi-disciplinary team responsible for product design and commercialization, technology transfer, licensing agreements and international programs. Before joining Henry Ford Health System, Carladenise served as EVP of Strategy at Providence St. Joseph Health, where she was promoted from Chief Administrative Officer for Population Health to SVP of Contracting to Chief Strategy Officer. Giving back to the community is a top priority of Dr. Edwards, who has started two endowed scholarships for African-American students, one at the University of Pennsylvania's School of Nursing and the other at Johnson C. Smith University.  She serves on several non-profit boards, including Heluna Health, College Success Foundation, American Board of Internal Medicine, Rand Health, e-Health Initiative, and Connect 313. She has a long history of serving as a strategic advisor to start-ups, technology, and healthcare companies, currently serving as an advisor to Apatics and Parsley Health.  As a military brat, Carladenise imagined settling down in one place, but the universe had different plans. She graduated from high school in San Diego, CA, then received her BA and MS.Ed from the University of Pennsylvania, followed by a trip down south to Gator country, where she received her Ph.D. from the University of Florida. She studied neuroscience at the University of Leuven in Belgium and gerontology at the University of California Los Angeles and has worked in Florida, Georgia, California, Washington, and now Michigan. She lives with her husband, Herman Edwards, and two teenage children, William (18) and Zora (16), who have embraced traveling, learning and growing in the same vein as their mother.Let's Welcome Carladenise Edwards to the Follow the Brand Podcast!

Hello everyone, and welcome to the Follow The Brand Podcast.  I am your host, Grant McGaugh, and today I would like to know if you have a curiosity to achieve greater knowledge. My guest John Carpenter does, as he stated during our interview, that he helps students manifest their intellectual ability to think bigger about the world around them.  Career development can be achieved by looking into the mirror and asking yourself how you are contributing to your success and the success of others.  This may be a good time, to be honest with yourself.  You can become stronger and more confident by working with others to collaborate and leverage a collective call to action.  If you are looking for that moment of clarity to expand your influence in the community, let's contribute and empower ourselves with a spirit of resilience to create change in our society. John Carpenter is the Assistant Director of Executive Education for the College of Business at Florida Atlantic University, the largest provider of graduate degree and professional development certificate programs in the State of Florida. He oversees recruitment, marketing strategies, program management, and corporate partnerships for business professionals throughout South Florida, nationwide, and internationally. Before this role, he was the Director of Finance for International Education Corporation in Orlando, Florida, for five years.  John earned a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture, Urban & Regional Planning, an Executive Master of Business Administration, and several professional certifications in sustainable cities, project management, and urban development. John serves on the West Palm Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board, which focuses on social and urban redevelopment for blighted and underserved communities in the northwest district of West Palm Beach. He is the liaison to the National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) and National Association of Health Service Executives (NAHSE) South Florida Chapters. John co-founded and is a mentor for the FAU Business Mentor Program and served for eight years as the Florida Regional Director of Administration for Alpha Nu Omega Fraternity, Inc., which promotes leadership, professional development, and community engagement amongst college students from minority and marginalized communities.  John's extracurricular interests include worldwide travel, volunteering, cycling, and an affinity for various art, music, literature, and city planning.  Let's welcome John Carpenter to the Follow The Brand Podcast, Where we are Building a 5 STAR Brand that You Can Follow!