Fidelis Leadership Podcast

Alexander "Alex" Fredericks is Co-Founder of ToneWell, a voice-driven wellness platform that converts a 30-second audio clip into a practical Performance Readiness Scan and personalized Wellness Report. He leads growth, brand, and partnerships at ToneWell—translating advanced AI and frequency-based science into a simple, repeatable check-in leaders can use to make better decisions, manage energy, and recover smarter. Alex is also the Founder of AECC Group, his consulting firm focused on building brands, systems, and go-to-market strategy for high-performance ventures.

Dr Gina Williams has been practicing Physical Therapy for 20 years, working primarily in Orthopedics, Sports, Shoulder and Knee injuries including treating chronic injuries of the neck and back. She's the founder of Mobility Health Physical Therapy and her team of skilled clinicians treat clients in their workplaces, homes, online, or at the clinic in Manhattan. Dr Williams is an expert in health, fitness, and the concept of lifelong health. She's a sought after keynote speaker and podcast guest, and she also hosts her own podcast called Health Wealth and Relationships: Thriving in the Balancing Act.

Mark Rampolla is a Los Angeles-based visionary entrepreneur, the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of GroundForce Capital, and also the Co-Founder and now Board Member of ZICO. He founded ZICO in 2004, grew it into one of the fastest-growing beverage brands in the world, and sold it to The Coca-Cola Company in 2013, and was able to reacquire it a few years later. Mark has a rich background in executive roles, and is highly regarded as a visionary entrepreneur, investor, speaker, and author.

Lisa L. Baker is an executive coach, speaker, and Founder of Ascentim, the award-winning coaching and leadership development firm helping high achievers lead boldly and live fully. With over 20 years of Fortune 500 leadership experience, Lisa helps professionals discover their greatness and lead with authenticity, purpose, and confidence.

Sue Phillips is a renowned fragrance expert and "scentrepreneur" who builds bespoke perfumes for individuals and major brands (like Tiffany, Burberry), and runs her consultancy called Scenterprises. She rebuilt her career multiple times: from global beauty executive to founder of Scenterprises and The Scentarium, to pioneering smell-retraining therapy during the Covid pandemic.  Sue is a very experienced leader and she's agreed to share some of her hard-earned leadership wisdom and insights.

Dr. Theresa Larson, affectionately known as "Dr. T," is a leading expert in well-being, human performance, longevity, and holistic leadership. As the founder of Movement Rx, she helps leaders and organizations optimize physical and mental health, resilience, and performance—creating human-centered workplaces where top talent thrives. A former Marine Corps Officer who overcame severe trauma, Dr. T blends lived leadership experience, clinical expertise, and deep compassion to transform executives, veterans, first responders, and high-performing teams facing burnout, retention challenges, and scalability pressures.  Her work bridges the gap between performance and humanity, proving that sustainable success starts with how leaders care for themselves and their people. Drawing from her background as a veteran, healthcare provider, researcher, and executive, Dr. T helps organizations address the often-overlooked root causes of attrition, disengagement, and underperformance: compromised physical and emotional well-being.  Her approach equips leaders and employees to become resilient, healthy, and energized—both at work and in life. Dr. T is the author of Warrior and a forthcoming book on called Choose Your Hard- How to Lead without Losing Yourself. A sought-after speaker, she inspires audiences to "Choose Your Hard"—helping leaders give the world the best of themselves, not just the rest, while building organizations that are healthier, more resilient, and magnetically attractive to talent.

Gary Philip Nowak has more than 23 years of worldwide global management consulting experience, working with companies in the US, Europe, China and Australia. His global consulting experience as a Partner at a Big 4 accounting firm has provided exposure to vibrant company cultures (both individuals and countries), strong executive personalities, several obstacles, multiple failures, and a great amount of success during his career. He now serves as an executive coach, helping his clients improve their leadership skills and prepare themselves for promotion to more senior roles. Gary also hosts a podcast called "Coffeehouse Coaching" which was created to connect with other Coaches and their clients, and also to provide professionals with a better understanding of what coaching is and how impactful it can be to them and their careers.

Doug Thorpe has over 30 years of leadership experience spanning military service as a U.S. Army officer, serving in Fortune 500 corporate leadership roles, and as a serial entrepreneur who has founded five companies. Doug brings a unique perspective to modern leadership challenges and he is the go-to expert for overwhelmed leaders who want to stop burning out while building high-performing teams. He is the host of a podcast called "Leadership Powered by Common Sense", a sought-after international speaker, and he is also the author of "Stop Leading on Empty: A Common Sense Guide to Leading Without Burning Out." Based in Houston, Texas, he continues to coach executives and consult with organizations worldwide.

Dr. Katrina Burrus is the CEO of Excellent Executive Coaching and is known for "Fast-Tracking Leaders to the C-Suite and Beyond" and for "Transforming Brilliant Jerks into Inspiring Leaders." Clients often comment that working with Katrina enlightens leaders to empower coworkers to walk the extra mile. She is a keynote speaker and has published books titles "Managing Brilliant Jerks" and "Global Leadership," a body of work used by Nestle, Novartis, the World Health Organization, the International Labor Organization, the United Nations, and many others. In this episode, Dr. Burris shares many superb insights on leadership.

Ian Ziskin has over 40 years of experience as a C-level executive, board advisor and member, coach, consultant, entrepreneur, teacher, speaker, and he's the author of 5 books. His clients and corporate work span over 25 industries and include Fortune 1000, entrepreneurial, publicly traded, and privately held businesses. After suffering the unexpected losses of his brother and mother, he wrote a book titled "Lives Lost and Leadership Found: Lessons from Special Somebodies. The book explores leadership and transformational change through the lens of personal stories and gathers insights from dozens of contributing authors who reflect on the profound impact of losing "special somebodies" who helped shape their lives and careers. While emotional, the focus is on growth, leadership, and learning through love and loss rather than grief. In this episode, Ian shares insights that can be of benefit to leaders at all levels.

Ryan Jenkins is an internationally recognized generations keynote speaker, Millennial and Generation Z expert, trainer and author. He helps organizations better manage, engage, market and sell to the emerging generations as well as lead and work across generations. Ryan's recent clients include Coca-Cola, John Deere, Wells Fargo, Delta Air Lines, The Home Depot and many other leading organizations. In this episode, Ryan shares many superb insights into Generation Z.

Jennifer Stanford is a sought-after trust coach, keynote speaker, and CEO of Emergent Performance Solutions.  With over 25 years of experience guiding complex organizations, Jen is known for her ability to simplify leadership and change management, making transformation practical and lasting.  As the author of a book titled "De Stressed," she empowers executives and teams to reduce stress, foster innovation, and thrive in high-pressure environments.  Drawing from her background and experience speaking, consulting and facilitating for large government agencies and fortune 500 companies, as well as serving as a leader in her community, Jen is passionate about creating space in the lives of leaders so that they can serve more generously, without sacrificing peace.

Mark Beal has served as a public relations practitioner and marketer for 30 years and has led the strategic development and execution of award-winning public relations campaigns for Fortune 500 corporations. His campaigns have leveraged some of the world's most popular sports and entertainment properties including the Olympic Games, FIFA World Cup, Super Bowl Halftime Show, Academy Awards and The Rolling Stones. With expertise in public relations, marketing, and Generation Z, Mark is regularly invited to conduct media interviews and deliver keynote speeches on how Gen Z will transform media, marketing, the workplace, pop culture, and society. In this episode, Mark shares insights and advice on how leaders can effectively lead and develop their Generation Z teammates.

Dr. Margie Warrell is a bestselling author, leadership advisor and keynote speaker. Dr. Margie Warrell is a 'courage strategist'– Igniting bolder action for better outcomes in individuals, teams and organizations. Drawing on her experience as a Senior Partner at Korn Ferry, prior roles with BP and KPMG, and decades of global consulting, Margie has truly "walked the talk." She has authored a book titled "The Courage Gap: 5 Steps to Braver Action," which is based on cutting-edge research woven together with stories that compel head and heart. This book will help you bridge the "Think/Do Gap" between what you've been doing and what you can do; between where you are and where you want to be—in your career, relationships, leadership, and life!

Leslie Baker is a strategic Human Resources leader and an expert in workplace communications. With over 20 years of leadership experience across healthcare, manufacturing, and nonprofit sectors, she brings a practical yet visionary approach to leadership development, talent strategy, and operational excellence. She's the author of a book titled "Culture Code Breaker: When Oppression Wears Lipstick and Heels" and in this episode, she shares insights on this rarely discussed topic that can inform and enlighten both women and men alike.

Leslie Baker on Dealing With Workplace Conflict Do you dread facing difficult conversations at work? Struggle with setting boundaries? Feel like conflict is taking a toll on your peace of mind? You're not alone, and it doesn't have to be this way! Leslie Baker is a strategic Human Resources leader and an expert in workplace communications. She's written a book titled: "Script for Success: Turn Tough Talks Into Career Wins!" that will teach practical, actionable strategies to handle workplace conflict with confidence and clarity - without the stress or anxiety. In this episode, Leslie discusses the main lessons contained in her book and shares other insights on how to effectively conduct difficult conversations.

Leslie Baker is a strategic Human Resources leader and an expert in workplace communications. With over 20 years of leadership experience across healthcare, manufacturing, and nonprofit sectors, she brings a practical yet visionary approach to leadership development, talent strategy, and operational excellence. She's also the author of several books that offer superb lessons and insights on a variety of leadership and management topics, and in this episode she shares advice that can benefit leaders at every level.

Dr. Tasha Golden is a speaker, consultant, & internationally-recognized leader in the science of Creativity x Wellbeing.  Named one of 2024's "Fierce 50" by Fierce Pharma for her innovative work integrating arts and healthcare, she has supported paradigm shifts in health and wellbeing—exemplified by leadership in "Arts on Prescription": a model of care that's reshaping how health is defined and created.  Holding a PhD in Public Health, Dr. Golden's work is informed by her history as a singer/songwriter, founder of Project Uncaged (trauma-informed program for incarcerated youth), and developer of "How We Human" (a mental health training for creatives).  Bridging research and action, Dr. Golden's unique frameworks help leaders grow their work and ignite positive change.

Vanessa Judelman is the President of Mosaic People Development, and for over 20 years, she has been helping clients to develop leaders who inspire great results.  She is a speaker, facilitator, leadership consultant, and certified executive coach, and she's authored a book about leadership, 'Mastering Leadership—What It Takes To Lead In Today's Fast-Paced World. Vanessa has had the privilege of developing leaders in organizations like Campbells Soup, The United Nations, HelloFresh, SickKids, and the Bank of Montreal. Listen in as she shares valuable insights on leadership development!

Mitch Russo started his public life as the lead guitarist of a rock band called Absolutely Free. Since then, Mitch has been quite productive.  In 1985, Mitch co-founded Timeslips Corp, with Neil Rice Ayer, which grew to become the largest time tracking software company in the world. In 1994, Timeslips Corp was sold to Sage and Mitch became the company's Chief Operating Officer. Mitch was nominated for Inc. Magazine's "Entrepreneur of the Year" on two separate occasions and Won "Best Entrepreneur" in 1989. Mitch joined longtime friend Chet Holmes as President, later to join forces with Tony Robbins and together created Business Breakthroughs, Int'l, a company serving thousands of businesses a year with coaching, consulting and training services. Mitch was the President and CEO.  Mitch is the author of several books and now serves as the CEO of MindfulGuidance, LLC.

Dr. Andrew Temte is the former CEO of Kaplan Professional and served in other senior executive roles within the Firm, such as President and Global Head of Corporate Learning, Dean of the Kaplan University School of Professional and Continuing Education, President of the Kaplan University College of Business and Technology and also as Interim President of Mount Washington College.  He's the author of two books, is a thought leader on issues related to organizational health, continuous improvement, and workforce reskilling, and his articles have appeared in a number of media outlets including Chief Executive and Chief Learning Officer.  Dr. Temte earned his doctorate in finance from the University of Iowa with a concentration in international finance and investment theory. He holds the CFA designation and has over 14 years of university teaching experience in the areas of corporate finance, investments, and international finance.

Andrew Sridhar is a graduate of the US Naval Academy, a former Navy SEAL Officer with combat service in Iraq. He is a graduate of the prestigious Harvard Business School and has served in various roles on Wall Street, and in companies that ranged from large well-established Firms to new entrepreneurial startups. He now serves as an executive coach and mentor and developer of leaders at every level and is a keynote speaker sharing his experienced insights and advice on effective leadership practices, resilience and adaptability. Sri has a rich and unique background and I've been following him on LinkedIn for several years, and am grateful that he's agreed to share his wisdom with us!

Kevin Lavelle, the CEO and Cofounder of Harbor, brings a wealth of experience from his role as the Founder and Chairman of Mizzen+Main.   Kevin invented the world's first performance fabric dress shirt and built Mizzen+Main to hundreds of millions of dollars in omnichannel revenue, and transformed the menswear industry.  Kevin is not only a dedicated entrepreneur but also a loving husband and father of two.  His second startup, Harbor, is revolutionizing sleep for families with young children with a groundbreaking baby monitor and Remote Night Nanny platform.

For over 30 years, Indie Bollman has been a noteworthy and respected leader in the corporate organizational development and human resources space.  Now the owner of Indie Bollman Coaching and Consulting LLC, she provides executive and leadership coaching, training programs and facilitation, and event speaking. She is also an author of numerous articles and is currently working on her first book Leadership Truth BombsTM: What Your Team Wants You to Know But Isn't Telling You, to be released in the Spring of 2025. Throughout her career Indie also served in executive and leadership positions in the technology and engineering spaces, where she assisted companies in startup or rapid growth mode by establishing teams; creating and launching training and development programs; and creating solutions to support their growth and development.

Dr. Theresa Larson, or "Dr. T" as she is affectionately known, is a leading expert and advocate for well-being and strength across both personal and professional domains.  She is the founder of Movement Rx*, where she and her team help individuals and organizations optimize physical and mental health.  In her work she draws from her own experience as a former Marine Corps officer who overcame severe trauma. She is passionate about helping veterans, business leaders and owners thrive in the face of challenges such as client attrition, employee retention, and scalability issues, which are often linked to compromised mental or physical well-being of leaders and employees.  Dr. T is on a mission to help over 100,000 veterans, business leaders and owners improve their longevity and retain their people by 2030 by disrupting outdated leadership culture AND truly prioritizing health and well-being within their organizations.  Dr. T has been on the podcast before, and you can hear her comments by going to Podcast Episode 40. Dr. T…welcome back!

Joe Liberatore has served as CEO since 2022 and president since 2012. His previous roles include Kforce Interactive president, Chief Sales Officer, Chief Talent Officer and Chief Financial Officer.  Joe is superb example of what I refer to as a "Strategic Executive," a senior leader who has a firm grasp on current industry best-practices and business operations and is also "Professionally Curious," which means he studies emerging business trends and cutting edge technologies that can better position his organization in an ever changing business environment. Joe champions innovation and his vision and commitment to excellence led the firm through two transformative ages: the dot com era and the Corona Virus pandemic. Kforce experienced significant growth in response to both transformations, largely due to Joe's strong leadership and unequaled knowledge of the Staffing Industry. In this episode, Joe shares his insights on executive level leadership.

Dr. Margie Oleson is a renowned expert in team performance and organizational dynamics, specializing in helping teams achieve high levels of productivity and growth.  With a background in psychology and organizational development, Margie brings a unique blend of expertise in human behavior and business strategy. Her approach emphasizes the importance of open communication, cross-functional alignment, and continuous learning to drive organizational success. Margie is the founder of Olsen Consulting, a firm dedicated to helping teams and leaders unlock their full potential.

Derrick Mains is a Serial Entrepreneur, connector, and content creator. He has authored three books on Lean Management, pitched, produced, and starred in Emmy Award winning Crackle Original Docuseries "Riding Phat" and helped build (as President and COO) one of the most notable brands to come out of the West Coast in the last decade, Phat Scooters. Derrick has been involved as a mentor, founder, consultant and executive for more than 100 brands.  As a public speaker Derrick has been featured at more than 150 events. He's also written hundreds of thought leadership articles on a wide range of topics, including sustainability, manufacturing, lean, philosophy, physics, operations, marketing, and finance.  Derrick resides in Phoenix Arizona is the Founder and CEO of Podcastology and The Process Fixer and is the Host of several podcasts. Derrick, welcome to the Fidelis Leadership Podcast!

Brian Beckcom is a Computer Scientist, Philosopher, & Trial Lawyer based in Houston, Texas.  He has been voted a Texas Super Lawyer 14 consecutive times—every single year he has been eligible. Brian's law firm, VB Attorneys, is one of the best law firms in the United States, and has obtained hundreds of millions of dollars for the firm's clients, including many record-breaking results. Brian also hosts Lessons from Leaders with Brian Beckcom, a popular podcast featuring military leaders, sports stars, New York Times best selling authors, scientists, and more. Brian played basketball at the Division I level at Texas A&M. He is currently a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, a single-digit golfer, and an accomplished fly fisherman.

When calamity strikes, few voices are more knowledgeable than Patrick Hardy's. Not only is Patrick a graduate of FEMA's Advanced Academy, but he has also gone on to gain numerous certifications including FEMA's Master of Exercise, Certified Emergency Manager, Certified Risk Manager, and Master Business Continuity Professional. Drawing from his wealth of experience in disaster preparedness and response, Patrick equips audiences with practical strategies to break the Crisis Creation Chain and teaches them to eliminate disasters by turning disruptions into opportunities. His first book: Design Any Disaster: The Revolutionary Blueprint to Master Your Next Crisis or Emergency was released in late Spring of 2023. I'm excited to hear some of Patrick's experienced insights and advice on the topic of disaster preparedness, response and recovery. Patrick, welcome to the Fidelis Leadership Podcast!

Roben Graziadei, MA is the founder and president of Net Result$, LLC, and is a highly successful leadership consultant and speaker. In 2015 she branded Instinctology® and authored Instinctology®, A Leadership Method to Turn GUT Instincts into Concrete Action. Roben began her career as a Senior Consultant with FranklinCovey and was also a Principal of the The Tom Peters Group (Tom Peters, author of In Search of Excellence) where she taught The Leadership Challenge (by Kouzes and Posner) workshops.  Having consulted with the C-Suite of many Fortune 500 companies and higher education institutions, Roben then trained over 500K people from the mailroom to the boardroom, helping to develop strong leaders and work units at all levels.  In this episode, she shares valuable insights and actionable advice that can be of great benefit to leaders at every level.

Dan Tocchini is a Human Performance Specialist, author, and highly regarded business consultant.  He specializes in change management, conflict resolution, executive leadership, sales, negotiation, and business development.  Dan has over 35 years of experience in helping people navigate monumental personal and business transformations, and he's worked with many companies…large, small, non-profits and others, from a wide range of diverse industries and specialties. I've been following Dan on various social media platforms and it's obvious to me that he possesses a wealth of experience and insights that can be of great benefit to those aspiring to Leadership Excellence.

Mansi Goel, formerly Google's Global Head of Product Policy, is now named among the Top 5 Executive Coaches for Tech. She helps execs and their teams up-level leadership skills to support business objectives. She has extensive experience coaching the C-suite of VC- and PE-backed high-growth companies, partners across premier VC firms, and emerging and established leaders at F100 tech firms. Mansi's coaching motto is "Lead with a cool head and a warm heart" as she works to expand her clients' agility within changing contexts. I am grateful that Mansi agreed to share some of her wisdom and insights with us!

Dr. Eric Recker is husband, father, dentist, elite success coach, speaker, author, pilot, and recovering triathlete. He has pushed his life to the limit and discovered that what he was searching for at the top of the mountain wasn't there. In this second half of his life, he is committed to helping people learn to #WINtheNOW and discover the life they were meant to live. A life with hope, a plan, and a belief that good days are truly ahead. I've followed Eric on social media and several podcasts,  and I am excited to hear his thoughts on a variety of topics that apply to those serving in leadership roles.

RICH HORWATH is the founder and CEO of the Strategic Thinking Institute where he is a strategy facilitator and coach to executive leadership teams.  He is a former Chief Strategy Officer and professor of strategy at the graduate level, and has helped more than a quarter million leaders develop their strategic thinking and planning capabilities over the past two decades. Rich is a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of eight books on strategic thinking, including his most recent work, STRATEGIC: The Skill to Set Direction, Create Advantage, and Achieve Executive Excellence which was  selected by Inc. Magazine as a top 4 "must-read book for 2024." He has appeared on ABC, CBS, NBC, and FOX TV to provide expert commentary on business strategy and his work has been published in Fast Company, Forbes, and the Harvard Business Review.

John Schuhart has extensive Senior Executive leadership experience in the US Intelligence Community, to include the Central Intelligence Agency and the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. As a leadership coach, he helps clients gain self-awareness, increase emotional intelligence, think strategically, refine their leadership style, strengthen communication skills, and realize their personal development goals while becoming more aware of their own and others' perspectives, assumptions, and biases. Listen in as he shares valuable leadership insights!

Lara Jones is an award-winning Grit Performance Expert, Keynote Speaker, Author and Creator of the Global G.R.I.T. System™ and She's also the Founder and CEO of two global businesses. Lara has worked with Fortune 100 companies, US military, celebrities, and executives to develop and enhance performance on multiple levels for leaders, teams, and entire organizations through her leadership and grit programs, workshops & consultancy. Lara has been featured in numerous publications for her grit facing the loss of her youngest son and nearly her own life.  As the renowned Global Grit Girl™, Lara has channeled her deep expertise and research into creating the Global G.R.I.T. System™ that is unveiled in her book, "Hunt or Be Hunted: How Anyone Can Develop Grit and lead Like a Legend", and we're going to talk about the book during our conversation.

Frank Cespedes is a highly experienced business executive and sales management expert, and he also serves as a Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School.  He has run a business, served on boards for start-ups and large companies, and consulted to many companies around the world, and is the author of six books and many articles in Harvard Business Review, The Wall Street Journal, California Management Review, and other publications. Frank possesses a wealth of knowledge and experience, and I am pleased he's agreed to share some of his wisdom with us!

Eric Herrenkohl is Managing Director at AchieveNEXT, a Philadelphia based company that provides a wide spectrum of executive and professional services to help leaders and their enterprises achieve success and corporate excellence. Prior to joining AchieveNEXT, Eric operated his own consulting firm and helped individual executives and executive teams maximize their leadership impact and operational effectiveness.  In addition to being a published author, Eric has made appearances on Business Week, Fox News, and NBC News, and his articles have also appeared in the Philadelphia Inquirer, Inc.com, Careerbuilder.com, MSNBC.com, and Monster.com.

Hortense Le Gentil is a world-renowned executive leadership coach, speaker, and author. She guides CEOs and senior executives on their journey from hero leaders to human leaders, drawing from over 30 years of experience working across various industries—including media consulting and advertising—and as an entrepreneur. Hortense has been ranked #5 on the Global Gurus list by World Management Global Gurus. She is a certified Marshall Goldsmith Stakeholder Centered™, a member of MG100 Coaches, and she is a contributor to Harvard Business Review and ThriveGlobal.com, and has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, Inc., and Business Insider.   In this episode, she shares valuable leadership insights and advice!

Elizabeth Pearson is an executive career coach who specializes in helping women navigate job changes, find a path to success in male-dominated fields, and launch their own companies.  Elizabeth has coached C-suite leaders at Fortune 500 companies including Meta, Nike, Google and more.  She is a contributor to Forbes, Entrepreneur magazine, Yahoo, HERMoney.com and has been an expert guest on national networks including CNN, and is the author of Career Confinement: How to Free Yourself, Find Your Guides, and Seize the Fire of Inspired Work, where she shares practical ways to shift your mindset to seize your full professional power and potential.

Karen Benoy Preston is the CEO and Founder of Karen Benoy, a company that helps individuals and organizations unlock their full potential.  Her clients come from a wide range of industries and sectors, from healthcare and biotechnology to financial services, technology, and the federal government. Her goal is to guide them toward greater clarity, purpose, and fulfillment, whether through one-on-one coaching, team workshops, or consulting engagements.  She has collaborated with global organizations such as IBM, Ernst & Young, Salesforce, Intuit, American Express, and Ally Financial to drive transformation and empower leaders. She possesses a wealth of experience and lessons learned and I am grateful that she's agreed to share her views on leadership with us. Karen…welcome to the Fidelis Leadership Podcast!

Rose Fass has over 40+ years of experience in technology and consumer-based industries.  During her impressive career, Rose has opened new businesses in the United States, been a general manager with full P&L responsibility and led major corporate transformations.  As the Chief Transformation Officer at Xerox, Rose led the transition to the global industry and solutions business, — integrating acquisitions, diverse cultures and operating units, to develop and execute the enterprise strategy.  Rose Joined the Gartner Group in 2000 and established the Center for Business Transformation, a center of excellence aimed at transforming their business model from analog to digital.  A dynamic speaker, Rose is frequently invited to speak at private and public sector events. She is featured in Fortune's Most Powerful Women of 2022 and in Entrepreneur 100 Women of Influence in Westchester, and is listed in Forbes 2012 Top 10 Women Business Leaders of New York.  She's also the author of The Chocolate Conversation: Lead Bittersweet Change, Transform your Business, and her most recent book The Leadership Conversation: Make Bold Change, One Conversation At A Time, and we're going to discuss this book during our conversation. Rose…welcome to the Fidelis Leadership Podcast!

Alan Heymann has a knack for coaching fellow introverts, helping them find their superpowers in an extroverted world. He also specializes in coaching through transitions.  To date, Alan has coached leaders who were born in 26 countries and work on 5 continents. Alan is also the author of the book Don't Just Have the Soup: 52 Analogies for Leadership, Coaching and Life… and we're going to talk about it during our conversation today. He's a communications and marketing veteran from the media, government, and nonprofit sectors, with degrees in journalism and law. Alan has spent time as a reporter, anchor, editor and producer, spokesperson, business owner, activist, and team leader. His entire career has focused on doing good in the world, by helping others grow.

Ian Ziskin has over 40 years of experience as a C-level executive, board advisor and member, coach, consultant, entrepreneur, teacher, speaker, and he's the author of 4 books.  Ian is recognized as a trusted advisor to C-level executives, other business leaders, and board members. His clients and corporate work span over 25 industries and include Fortune 1000, entrepreneurial, publicly traded, and privately held businesses. I've been following Ian's work for several years and I am grateful that he's agreed to share some of his wisdom with us today.

Doug Strickel is an experienced business executive and leadership coach and trainer.  He focuses on speaking to groups, teaching seminars, or leading developmental sessions for leadership teams in various environments, with emphasis on workplace culture development, leadership development, team building, strategy development, and execution focus.  He has over 30 years of experience leading others, building teams, managing businesses, and developing operational strategies, and I am grateful that he's with us today to share some of his vast experience and insights.  

David Dunkel served in senior leadership roles in Romac-FMA, and its successor, Kforce, for over 43 years.  He served as Kforce's Chief Executive Officer since its formation in 1994 and recently retired from that position. Davis now serves as Chairman for the Firm's Board of Directors. In this episode, he shares superb insights that can benefit leaders at every level!  

Jenn Cirrito is the Senior Vice President – Business Operations at Kforce.  She has served in several senior leadership roles during her 18 years of service with the Firm. In this episode, Jenn shares superb insights on leadership that can benefit those aspiring to leadership excellence!  

Debby Stone is an executive coach, a former practicing lawyer and the author of The Art of Self-Promotion: Tell Your Story, Transform Your Career.   She's the founder and CEO of Novateur Partners, an executive coaching and leadership development consultancy serving corporate leaders, lawyers and the organizations in which they work. In this episode, she shares valuable insights on the importance of career planning and self-promotion.  

Joe Stimac is the creator of InterviewReady.com and CEO and Founder of AccuHire.com An expert in the areas of interviewing and selection, Joe has helped leaders in companies of all sizes improve in these areas, leading to more effective hiring and retention of high value teammates. In this episode, Joe shares insights and advice that can benefit all leaders!