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  • On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & hashtag#KeynoteSpeaker) and Randy Conley (VP & Trust Practice Leader at The Ken Blanchard Companies) as they delve into the secrets of effective people leadership. Discover how to build trust, grow personally, and stay in tune with life’s evolving terms in this insightful episode. Don’t miss these expert tips to elevate your leadership game!

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    Randy Conley serves as Vice President & Trust Practice Leader for The Ken Blanchard Companies.

    He is Blanchard's subject matter expert in the field of trust, co-author of Blanchard's Building Trust training program, and works with organizations around the globe helping them build trust in the workplace. Trust Across America has recognized Randy with a Lifetime Achievement Award as a Top Thought Leader in trustworthy business behavior and he is a founding member of the Alliance of Trustworthy Business Experts. Inc.com named Randy a Top 100 Leadership Speaker & Thinker and American Management Association included him in their Leaders to Watch in 2015 list. He holds a Masters Degree in Executive Leadership from the University of San Diego.

    You can follow Randy on Twitter @RandyConley or connect with him via his blog, Leading With Trust, at www.leadingwithtrust.com.

  • On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & KeynoteSpeaker) and Doretha Polite (Director of People at the Texas Civil Rights Project) as they explore the delicate balance between humility and confidence in leadership. Discover Doretha's insights on commanding a room with grace, interacting with authenticity, and fostering supportive teams by leveraging individual values and strengths. Tune in for actionable advice on building effective, empathetic teams.

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    Doretha Polite is a dynamic and charismatic force of inspiration. With an unwavering commitment to igniting the flames of potential in others, Doretha Polite has dedicated her life to empowering individuals to overcome obstacles, seize opportunities, and live their best lives. In her spare time, she loves writing, cycling, and spending time with her husband, Brett.

    Born with an unquenchable thirst for personal growth and a deep-seated belief in the human spirit, Doretha has triumphed over her own challenges and emerged as a beacon of hope for countless others. From humble beginnings in Gary, Indiana to soaring heights, her journey is a testament to the transformative power of resilience, determination, and unwavering faith in God.

    Doretha Polite has spent over 25 years as a business leader and as a Senior Human Resources executive. She is the owner and CEO of Polite Consulting where she provides executive leadership coaching, life coaching, and Human Resources expertise. As a seasoned leader and motivational speaker, Doretha has graced stages, leaving audiences spellbound with her electrifying presence and powerful words. With a unique ability to connect on a profound level, she has touched hearts and sparked change in the lives of thousands. She currently serves as the Human Resources Director for a Civil Rights Organization in Texas where she is using her skills to support Texas Civil Rights Project in their quest to serve the community.

    With boundless energy and an infectious enthusiasm for life, Doretha Polite has the remarkable gift of turning adversity into advantage, setbacks into steppingstones, and dreams into reality. Her messages are not just motivational; they are life-altering and transformational, providing individuals with the tools and mindset needed to embrace their potential and create a future filled with purpose and fulfillment.

    Doretha Polite is more than just a leader and speaker; she is a catalyst for transformation, a guide for those seeking the path to greatness, and a living testament to the extraordinary heights one can reach with the right mindset and unwavering determination. Doretha Polite is a journaling enthusiast. She believes in the power of writing down your dreams and goals so you can see them and then achieve them. She is the author of several journals. Her favorite journal is the “Moments of Reflection Journal.”

    Prepare to be inspired, motivated, and moved. Doretha Polite is here to empower you to rise above, dream big, and live your best life. Your journey to greatness begins here.

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  • On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & KeynoteSpeaker) and Jessica Rivera (Business and Mindset Coach, Founder of Impact Leadership and JR Consulting) as they reveal transformative strategies for being culturally conscious and fostering diversity. Discover how to intentionally develop inclusive relationships that drive personal and professional growth. Don’t miss these game-changing insights on creating a more inclusive and impactful environment!

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    Jessica Rivera is a Business and Mindset Coach based in New York.

    She helps leaders master their mindset, enhance their communication, and set successful strategies so that they can lead their business without stress.

    Prior to starting her business, Jessica climbed the corporate ladder in a competitive industry for a top five international bank. She found that Coaching, not managing people made Jessica and her team successful in attaining goals and cultivating meaningful relationships with each other and their clients.

    Coaching and developing has always been a huge passion of Jessica, and she believes her process has helped her clients achieve more in their businesses with ease and flow.

  • On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & KeynoteSpeaker) and Danielle Deprey (Senior Director of Human Resources at Mattress firm) as they discuss how to navigate life's changing seasons and prioritize your needs effectively. Learn how to seize life-changing opportunities and build meaningful connections that can redefine your future. Tune in to uncover practical advice and transformative strategies that could revolutionize your approach to life and work.

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    A HR professional whose journey is marked by a remarkable blend of business acumen, leadership prowess, and a relentless drive for growth. With a passion for cultivating talent and fostering positive change, Danielle's on a mission to leave both organizations and individuals in a better place than she found them. As a devoted wife and a mother of three young and active children, she embodies the essence of life balance and is a role model for "doing it all" not being a realistic expectation.

  • Dive into our latest podcast episode with Ebony Young, Deputy Borough President of Queens, as she unveils the powerful strategies for building social capital and mastering decision-making as a leader. Discover how to forge valuable connections and make impactful choices that drive success and community transformation. Don’t miss this exclusive interview packed with actionable insights and leadership wisdom!

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    Prior to working at the Office of the Borough of Queens, Ebony was the Chief Operations Officer of The Ladies Of Hope Ministries, and served as President of The Lonely Entrepreneur, a non-profit.

  • On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & KeynoteSpeaker) and Kenneth A. Goodwin (Managing Partner of Jeanensis Ventures and Chief Investment Officer for the 144 Trail Blazer Digital Impact Fund) as they discuss how to silence the chaos around you and uncover your authentic self. Learn expert tips and transformative insights from one of the leading minds in investment and personal growth. Tune in now for a journey towards inner peace and self-realization.

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    Kenneth A. Goodwin Jr. is the Managing Partner of Jeanensis Ventures, a private investment capital and digital asset advisory firm. Ken is also the Chief Investment Officer for the 144 Trail Blazer Digital Impact Fund targeting cash flow positive growth to Series A+ digital transformation and emerging technology firms. He is also the Co-Founder of Oqulus Tech LLC (a Cyber Security and AI platform development and testing firm). Ken serves on several public and private advisory boards.

    Ken is a widely sought after executive with global banking and capital markets experience - achieving multi billion dollar results in venture capital, digital transformation, big data, innovation and technology and risk management.

    Ken is a TEDxTALKS Speaker, a 10 to Know Global Game Changer, U.S. White House Business Council/Forward TPP member, Aspen Institute Nakasone and Mike and Maureen Mansfield Fellow, PhD Project Member, Ronald E. McNair Scholar (twice) and Harvard Model Congress Member.

    Ken is a globally recognized lecturer with over 60+ courses and 1200+ students as a college adjunct professor on Economics of Digital Assets, Blockchain Investment, International Trade, Forensic Methods and Corporate Ethics.

    He is an award winning curator, moderator and trailblazer of global digital assets and capital markets events:

    Curator of 1st Founders Day Event for Black History Month (2023) at NYSE

    Moderator of 1st HedgeWeek Digital Asset Summit (2022)

    Curator of 1st Women Leaders in Blockchain Symposium (NYC) and

    Curator of Globally Local FinTech, AI and Blockchain Symposium ( won Wealth & International FinTech 2020 Award).

    Ken is a public figure and a Digital Asset Contributor of FinTech TV with appearances at NYSE, NASDAQ, Bloomberg, Reuters, Money Magazine-Malta, NHK, Fujisankei, The Street.com and several publications.

    Prior to his role at Jeanensis Ventures, Kenneth served as Co-Founder at Oqulus Tech LLC, and Adjunct Professor of Finance-Graduate School at New Jersey Institute of Technology.

  • On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & KeynoteSpeaker) and Wendy R. Bradford (Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Culture at Counterpart International) as they discuss how #executive #HR leaders can effectively protect their CEOs, employees, and the company as a whole. Discover strategies for fostering a safe and thriving organizational environment through strong HR leadership.

    Guest Bio

    Wendy R. Bradford is Counterpart International’s Senior Vice President, Human Resources and Culture. She brings to the organization expertise in strategic planning, talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, human resource processes, performance management, employee relations and conflict resolution – both domestically and internationally. Bradford is responsible for overall domestic and international human resource functions. She is also a member of the Society for International Development’s board of directors.

    Before joining Counterpart International in 2018, she was Vice President of Human Resources and Operations at the QED Group, where she directed all of the ‘people functions’ of the organization, including talent acquisition, orientation, employee relations, compensation, benefits, learning, and talent development. Prior to that, Bradford was the Director of Human Resources at Creative Associates International, where she developed and implemented international and domestic human resource programs, procedures, and processes related to benefits, compensation, employee relations, performance management, and recruitment.

  • On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & #KeynoteSpeaker) and Mark Turpin (President of Duperon Corporation) as they share the importance of leaders placing themselves in situations bigger than themselves to foster growth. Learn how embracing challenges can drive personal and professional development, leading to more effective and visionary leadership.

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    Mark Turpin is the President of Duperon Corporation, a leading provider of simple solutions for common wastewater treatment challenges. With over seven years of experience in this role, he has led the company through six product launches, reaching historic milestones and achievements for the business. He has a strong background in organic growth, new business development, and strategic transformation. Turpin is passionate about making a difference for people, water, and the planet, and has stayed true to the company's family-centric culture and commitment to philanthropy. He inspires his team with strategies that feel like adventures, and fosters a work environment where people go for a sense of community and worth. Under his leadership, Duperon has been recognized with multiple awards and honors from various organizations and associations, showcasing its innovation excellence and social impact.

  • On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & #KeynoteSpeaker) and James Rhee (Founder & National Bestselling Author, red helicopter) as they share powerful insights on when and how executive leaders should fight fiercely for their staff. Discover the key strategies to advocate for your team and foster a supportive, resilient workplace culture.

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    James Rhee is a high school teacher and Harvard Law School graduate turned private equity investor and CEO. James’s leadership story first grabbed global attention during his unlikely seven-year tenure as Chairman and first-time CEO of Ashley Stewart. After his radical and yet intuitive approach fueled a transcendent, unprecedented reinvention story for the company, James concretized his leadership philosophy and operating system—kindness plus a little math—in the form of red helicopter, his media-education platform. He bridges math with emotions by marrying capital with purpose, while composing systems that bridge peoples, disciplines, and ideas. His transformational leadership has been recognized by leading civic and business organizations. Rhee teaches at Howard University, where he serves as the Johnson Chair of Entrepreneurship, MIT Sloan School of Management, and Duke Law School. His TED Talk and Dare to Lead interview with Brené Brown have captured the imagination of millions. He is the author of red helicopter (HarperOne; April 9, 2024). He lives outside of Boston, Massachusetts.

  • On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & #KeynoteSpeaker) and Claire Milligan (CEO of Aimably) as they share expert strategies on effectively blending organizational cultures during mergers and acquisitions. Learn how executives can navigate cultural integration to ensure a smooth transition and foster a unified, thriving workplace.

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    Claire Milligan is a problem-solver to her core. Whether she’s helping businesses transform their cloud spending or volunteering as a ski patroller, she’s always seeking best-in-class solutions. After Claire got her BA in Psychology and MA in communications from Stanford, she worked in a variety of businesses from marketing to UX to General Manager of Tallie and SpringAhead. At each job, she gained training and skills that prepared her for her biggest challenge to date: becoming the CEO of startup Aimably.

    Most businesses spend more than they need to on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for services that they either don’t understand or don’t need. Claire wanted to help those companies determine what configuration of services they actually require and help them get the most bang for their buck. At Aimably, the goal is to help growing businesses spend smarter and minimize their cloud billing pains. Claire’s ability to distill complex subjects into teachable ideas has made it easier for scaling leaders to leverage cloud cost insights that will help their companies thrive. When she isn’t solving problems for her clients, Claire enjoys spending time with her wife and two kids, doing needlepoint projects, advocating for organizations focused on immigrant’s rights, and hitting the slopes at Alpine Meadows.

  • On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & #KeynoteSpeaker) and Kim Loans (Global Diversity and Inclusion Program Lead at DCC Technology / Exertis Group) as they discuss how leaders who need time to process information can still excel at the senior executive level. Discover strategies for leveraging thoughtful decision-making to drive success and foster inclusive leadership.

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    Kim Lonas is a distinguished professional in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Currently serving as the Global Diversity and Inclusion Program Lead for DCC Technology / Exertis Group, she has been instrumental in developing and implementing Exertis' DEI strategy, impacting c. 5000 employees. Her role emphasizes embedding ownership and accountability within business units through local leadership and Exertis’ global Diversity & Inclusion Council.

    Kim's professional journey includes tenure as the Director of Human Resources for Exertis NA. Her expertise spans a variety of skills, including labor and employment law, emotional intelligence, DEIB, cultural transformation, strategic planning, public speaking, organizational leadership, executive coaching, and change management.

    With a rich cultural experience encompassing numerous countries, such as France, Ireland, Sweden, the U.K., and many more, Kim brings a global perspective to her work in DEI. Her speaking engagements are marked by profound insights and practical knowledge, drawing from her extensive experience in various cultural contexts.

    Her academic accomplishments in DEI further enhance Kim Lonas's expertise in the field. She holds a Stanford University certificate on "Leverage Diversity and Inclusion for Organizational Excellence." This program has equipped her with advanced strategies and insights into leveraging diversity to drive organizational success. Additionally, Kim earned a certificate from Cornell University in "Diversity and Inclusion for HR," which underscores her deep understanding of integrating diversity and inclusion principles in human resources practices. Complementing these achievements is her SHRM-CP designation, reflecting her commitment to professional excellence and staying abreast of the latest trends and practices in human resource management. These certifications underscore Kim's dedication to fostering inclusive environments and her ability to translate academic knowledge into practical, impactful organizational strategies.

    Kim has been a prominent speaker at notable industry events, including Integrated Systems Europe. She is a seasoned panelist, frequently participating in discussions related to DEI, sharing her knowledge and experiences, inspiring and educating audiences on the importance and implementation of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Her talks are known for their depth, relevance, and ability to resonate with diverse audiences.

  • On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & #KeynoteSpeaker) and Darrell Williams as they explore why leaders must be warriors for their beliefs. Discover the importance of championing convictions and fighting for change to drive organizational growth and success.

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    Darrell Williams is a member of the White House Communications Agency Hall of Fame. He is also a keynote speaker, certified coach, and workshop facilitator who provides clients with expertise in the realm of leadership, relationships, and purpose. His leadership background includes 30 years of federal service highlighted by his selection as Department of Defense Outstanding Mentor and Human Resources Team Member of the Year. His leadership coaching is based on a stellar 20-year military career, where he traveled as an Operations and Vice Presidential Communications Officer, leading over 500 White House missions. Following the tragedies of September 11, 2001, Darrell was selected as 1 of 5 key leaders, from 30 senior managers to direct emergency action communications for the Vice President of the United States, to include duties as an Air Force Two Command Representative.

  • On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & #KeynoteSpeaker) and Collin Gehl (HR Director at Say Yes Buffalo) as they explore the significance of intentional leadership. Discover why taking the time to reflect on personal goals is crucial for leaders to align their behaviors with their aspirations, fostering growth and effectiveness within their organizations.

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    Collin Gehl is a Human Resources professional from Buffalo, New York. In 2021, Collin was named Say Yes Buffalo’s first full-time Human Resources Director in 2021. As HR Director, Collin is responsible for the overall administration of the HR Department. He ensures that the department supports the agency’s strategic and business plans, and as well as complies with all federal, state, and local employment regulations. In addition, Collin oversees all agency trainings, hiring practices, and the salary/market assessments. As HR Director, he sits on the agency’s Senior Leadership Team, Racial Equity & Inclusion Committee, and Self-Care Committee. Collin developed and facilitated the organization’s Leadership 101 program for emerging leaders within the organization. Leadership 101 was awarded the inaugural SHRMLab’s Better Workplace Challenge Cup Champion---Member Track.

    Collin is the President of the Board of Directors of the Buffalo Niagara Human Resources Association, having served on the board since 2018. He has a background working in non-profit organizations in roles such as education administration, museum management and project management. He has a Bachelor’s Degree in English from the University at Buffalo and a Master’s Degree in Organizational Leadership from Medaille University. Collin is also on the board of directors for Just Buffalo Literary Center. He is a member of the Emerging Philanthropists of Color (under the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo) and an alumnus of Leadership Buffalo (Rising Leaders ’04).

  • On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & #KeynoteSpeaker) and Trish Vassar (VP of Global Learning and Development at Coca-Cola), as they explore the secrets to building exceptional organizational cultures. Discover actionable strategies for executive leaders to cultivate environments that foster innovation, engagement, and success.

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    Trish Vassar currently serves as the VP of Global Learning and Development at Coca-Cola where she leads an amazing global team to support the Coca Cola workforce and mission. Prior to this role she served as the Chief Learning Officer at Cigna, Vice President, Organizational and Leadership Development at Express Scripts, and the Global Lead / Senior Director, Leadership and Talent Development at Monsanto Company.

  • On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & #KeynoteSpeaker) and Simone Ross (CEO of the Colorado Women's Chamber of Commerce), as they explore the evolving landscape of leadership and success. Simone Ross delves into the intersection of consciousness and millennial-driven workplace ideals. Gain valuable perspectives on how executives can adapt to meet the changing expectations of today's workforce while fostering personal and professional growth.

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    Simone D. Ross is a visionary leader and community builder with a passion for catalyzing human thriving through effective and integrative change management. As a Colorado native raised in Denver' s Park Hill neighborhood, Simone' s strong sense of the importance of community, family, and investing in each other's success and dreams has guided her career and life. Simone is the CEO of the Colorado Women' s Chamber of Commerce and the Executive Director of the Colorado Women's Chamber Foundation, where she actively works to advance women in business and make Colorado the top state for women in business. She is also the founder of Simone D. Ross, LLC, a consulting firm that specializes in change management, the CEO of SDR Events, and the Founder and CEO of Youth United University, an inclusive leadership education program for middle school students.

  • On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & #KeynoteSpeaker) and Jourdan Hathaway (Chief Marketing Officer at General Assembly), an experienced executive leader, as they share essential insights on the importance of courage in leadership. Discover how taking calculated risks can lead to significant victories for your family, team, and organization, and learn how to navigate setbacks with resilience and growth mindset.

    BIO

    Jourdan Hathaway currently serves as the Chief Marketing Officer at General Assembly is a senior executive with expertise in developing and scaling organizations for growth, with a focus on meaningful digital transformation. And, prior to this role she served as the Sr. Vice President for Operations at Wiley University Services. Jourdan has demonstrated success in multiple divisional leadership roles with P&L accountability over operations, marketing, enrollment, retention, product, and change management. Over the years, she has also racked up a proven track record of delivering results in matrix organizations (remote, in-person, and hybrid models).

  • On today's episode of The Executive Appeal join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & Keynote Speaker) and Charmayne Beverly (Vice President Talent at Old Republic International) as they share invaluable insights on pushing ambitious employees beyond their comfort zones. Discover actionable strategies to unlock potential and foster growth within your team.

    Bio

    Charmayne began her career as an HR Associate and progressively advanced, holding a variety of roles with increasing responsibilities in Human Resources, including focusing on employee engagement initiatives, talent management, employee relations and recruitment. September 2023, Charmayne joined Old Republic Insurance (ORI) as the Vice President, Talent leading Talent Management, Recruitment, Learning and Development, Culture, Employee Relations, and Diversity & Inclusion. Prior to joining ORI, Charmayne served as the Vice President, Sr. HR Business Partner at The Federal Home Loan Bank Chicago (FHLBank Chicago). During the six years at FHLBank Chicago, Charmayne was responsible for the strategic leadership of HR initiatives impacting Community Investment and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Finance, Internal Audit and Risk. In partnership with the Business Group Heads, Charmayne provided comprehensive and integrated business solutions that drove continuous improvements in employee engagement, performance, organizational efficiency, leadership development and succession planning. In addition, Charmayne served on the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee, alongside a diverse group of employees, responsible for developing strategies and garnering support for DEI initiatives. Charmayne also played a key role partnering with Senior Leaders identifying areas of opportunity to improve staff engagement and overall culture. As part of this process, Charmayne collaborated with people managers to develop their skills as effective leaders within their teams, set expectations and deliver candid feedback in a manner designed to drive a trusting and transparent culture.

    Charmayne is an inspiring, highly collaborative, trusted Leader with 20 years of diverse experience in various industries, including the non-profit sector. Charmayne brings deep knowledge of building strong inclusive culture and employee experience, process redesigning, employee relations and modernizing human resources departments. She prides herself on being an authentic leader, with a natural ability to relate to others on all levels, which is critical in cultivating strong and sustainable relationships. She has a thoughtful business approach, sound ability operating in ambiguity, extremely innovative and proven results improving overall employee engagement, empowering leaders, helping employees reach their full potential, deepening diversity and inclusion and driving organizational strategy forward.

    Outside of work, Charmayne enjoys hanging out with her twin sister, hot Pilates, meditation, dance, and gardening.

  • On this episode of The Executive Appeal Alex D. Tremble (Founder and CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & Keynote Speaker) and Tony Franklin (VP, Sales and Client Partnerships at DIRECTV) as they share invaluable insights on overcoming fear to achieve success in leadership roles. Discover practical strategies for managing and leveraging fear to drive towards your organizational goals effectively. Don't miss out on this empowering discussion!

    Bio

    Tony Franklin is VP, of Advertising Sales, and Client Partnerships at DIRECTV. Tony is a seasoned professional with over 26 years of media experience leading teams and driving innovation, revenue & and transformation across sales organizations. Tony has a long and successful record of coaching and building high-performing sales teams.

    Tony has been with the AT&T Family since 2020 (Xandr/WarnerBros Discovery/DIRECTV). In his current role, he is responsible for driving advertising revenue from Holding Companies as well as Independent/Mid-Market Agencies and Clients for DIRECTV and DIRECTV STREAM products and solutions.

    Throughout his career, Tony has worked in TV, Print, and Digital Advertising Sales. Tony started his career in 1997 as an Account Executive selling Cable TV advertising for TCI Media Services and Cablevision Rainbow Advertising. He also served as the VP for Global Sales at JustPremium

  • On today's episode of The Executive Appeal join Alex Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & Keynote speaker) and Nicole Killette (Human Resources Director at MedStar Health) as they reveal powerful insights on eliminating distractions to discover authentic happiness. Learn actionable strategies to gain clarity, understand personal desires, and achieve fulfillment in both professional and personal spheres. Tune in to this enlightening episode and embark on a journey toward genuine happiness and self-awareness.

    Bio

    Nicole joined MedStar Medical Group, LLC in 2016 as an HR Business Partner providing support primarily to specialty service lines and in 2019, she was promoted to HR Manager and began providing HR guidance to a team of HR professionals. In 2021, Nicole was again promoted to Director, Human Resources and currently oversees HR support for almost 4,000 associates, leaders and physicians.

    Throughout her career, Nicole has conducted many leader trainings in healthcare and human resources, served as a presenter in several Leadership Development Forums, worked as one of the primary trainers for many of MedStar’s HR initiatives and served as a strategic partner in assisting with the development of career ladders for many entry-level healthcare positions.

    When asked why she has always worked in healthcare and never tapped into other industries, Nicole stated that she believes there’s nothing more important than providing care for those who care for patients! Prior to her role at MedStar Nicole served in leadership positions at HCR ManorCare and The League for People with Disabilities.

  • On today's episode of The Executive Appeal join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & Keynote speaker) and Elizabeth Massing (Chief Human Resources Officer of 14 West and the Agora Companies) as they reveal the pivotal role of curiosity in executive leadership. Discover how asking the right questions can propel your organization and team to new heights, paving the way for unparalleled success at the highest levels of leadership. Tune in to gain invaluable insights and strategies for achieving your leadership goals.

    Bio

    Elizabeth Massing, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) of 14 West and the Agora Companies, is a seasoned professional with an innate ability to connect with authentic individuals and foster human connections. With over 20 years of global experience, she embodies women leadership working her way through Agora’s ranks from intern to C-suite. Her journey began like many in the publishing industry, evolving into a fulfilling career marked by passion for people and innovative workplaces.

    Elizabeth is a matchmaker by nature who supports a range of strategic partnerships on behalf of Agora, addressing challenges from talent acquisition to brand awareness. Beyond her corporate role, she's deeply committed to community service, recognized as the 2019 Ally Partner of the Year by the Maryland LGBT Chamber of Commerce.

    In her role at 14 West, Elizabeth builds inclusive workplaces globally and educates on leadership. Her journey from intern to a key leader showcases her commitment to diversity. She actively supports Baltimore organizations, championing women's leadership and the arts community. Elizabeth's story is not just about climbing the corporate ladder but reshaping it for others.