LeadHERShip Bytes™

Keywords leadership, STEM, education, servant leadership,empowerment, purpose-driven, science education, workforce development, women in leadership, Dr. Alicia Conerly Summary In this episode of Leadership Bytes , host Cam Sanderssits down with Dr. Alicia Conerly, a trailblazer in science education and leadership. Dr. Conerly opens up about her path from a student still figuring out her future to...

Keywords event strategy, impact framework, intentionality, team leadership, inclusivity, audience engagement, event trends, professional development, leadership advice, community building Summary In this episode, Cam sits down with Shameka Jennings—an award-winning event strategist and advocate for inclusive experiences—to explore what it takes to craft events that truly resonate. Shamika unpacks...

Keywords leadership, audience engagement, women in business, strategic marketing, project management, personalization, relationship marketing, career development, mentorship Summary In this episode of LeadHERShip Bytes , Cam is joined byShana Peters—an insightful strategist whose journey from English and Sociology student to powerhouse marketing leader is nothing short of inspiring, as Shana reall...

Keywords leadership, marketing, digital strategy, community engagement, trust, women leaders, AI, social offset, inspiration, balance Summary KiKi L’Italien—association marketing expert, digitalstrategist, and community-builder—joins Cam on the latest episode of LeadHERShip Bytes™ for a powerful conversation on modern leadership. KiKi shares her journey into leadership, the courage itrequires, and...

Summary This episode of the podcast packs a powerful punch as we dive into meaningful conversation with two women leaders in the nonprofit sector. With raw honesty and refreshing insight, our guests, Fatima Goss-Graves and Stefanie Reeves open up about the real challenges nonprofit leaders are facing right now—burnout and the weight of leadership in uncertain times. But it's not all heavy. The...

Summary In this episode of LeadHERShip Bytes, Cam interviews Gwen Fortune-Blakely, MBA, CAE, Chief Membership and Engagement Officer at the American Association of Immunologists (AAI). They discuss Gwen's journey through various leadership roles, her approach to strategic planning, and the importance of women leaders collaborating and supporting each other. Gwen shares her insights on navigati...

Just in time for Black History Month, we're back with another empowering episode of LeadHERShip Bytes! Join our host, Cam Sanders, as she chats with the incredible Dr. Carletta Hurt, an award-winning educator, counselor, and trailblazing entrepreneur. In this engaging conversation, Dr. Hurt opens up about her journey into the nonprofit sector, driven by a deep-seated passion for youth developm...

Summary In this episode of LeadHERShip Bytes, Cam sits down for an insightful and profoundly engaging chat with Dr. Nicole A. Bryan, an executive leadership career strategist trained in psychology, human resources, business, and education. Dr. Bryan focuses on empowering women for leadership, with a special interest in helping introverted women. During their chat, Dr. Bryan shares her personal lea...

Episode Summary In this episode of Leadership Bytes, Cam engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Dr. Erica Fisher-Cartlidge, the Chief Clinical Officer of the Oncology Nursing Society. They explore Dr. Fischer-Cartlidge's journey into oncology nursing, impactful milestones during her practice, and her eventual transition into association leadership. The conversation highlights the critical...

In this episode of LeadHERShip Bytes, Cam sits down for an inspiring chat with our special guest, Sheila Bailey, Ph. D. Dr. Bailey spent over 40 years as an educator in public school and university systems. She earned undergraduate, master's, and doctorate degrees in education, and nearly a decade ago, Dr. Bailey retired from full-time her career as an educator and pivoted into association managem...

Summary In this episode, Cam kicks off Season 3 of LeadHERShip Bytes with special guest, Velma Hart. Velma is a trailblazing leader who has decades of experience serving in chief finance and operational leadership roles, is a military veteran, CEO of Velma Hart & Associates, a past Chair of the American Society of Association Executives’ (ASAE) Board of Directors, and a founding pioneer of ASA...

Summary In this episode of Leadership Bytes, our host, Cam Sanders, sits down for an insightful and fun chat with Samantha Rosenberg, Chief People and Governance Officer, about her extensive career in human resources and the evolving landscape of leadership, particularly for women. They discuss the dual role of HR in representing both employees and organizations, the importance of professional dev...

Summary Samyuktha Neeraja, State Associations Relations Manager II for the American Nurse Anesthesiology, joins Cam Sanders to discuss her journey into the association world and passion for DEI Amplified, stressing the significance of accessibility and inclusion within organizations. Samyuktha shares invaluable advice for leaders in the DEI space and sheds light on her personal experiences as a di...

Summary In this episode, Cam sits down with Christine Shaw, President and CEO of Naylor Association Solutions, as she shares her journey to becoming a CEO and the evolution of her leadership style. Christine emphasizes the importance of investing in career coaching, continuously learning and growing as a leader, and highlights the key skills needed in today's leadership climate, including effe...

Summary Lei Wang, a trailblazing and celebrated keynote speaker, athlete, author, and executive coach, joins Cam to share her extraordinary journey from being the unlikeliest candidate for success to becoming the first Asian woman and Asian American to conquer the Explorer's Grand Slam, an adventure challenge where participants attempt to climb all of the famed seven summits and ski the North...

Summary In our latest episode of the Leadership Bytes podcast, host Cam Sanders dives into an inspiring conversation with Danielle Duran Baron, the Vice President of Marketing, Communications, and Industry Relations for the School Nutrition Association. Danielle takes us through her unconventional path to leadership, spanning from a career in journalism to her current role, stressing the significa...

Summary Desireè Knight, Senior Director of Meetings and Events at the American Psychological Association, shares her inspiring leadership journey and insights gained from years in the meetings and events industry. Initially stumbling into the field, she discovered her true passion for event planning while working for various associations. Through active participation in organizations like PCMA and...

Summary Artesha Moore, President and CEO of Association Forum, shares her leadership journey and the importance of continuous learning and self-love. She emphasizes the importance of constant learning and shares her strategies for personal growth. Artesha also discusses her personal and professional challenges and triumphs, highlighting her transformative journey as a CEO. She emphasizes the impor...

Summary Cam sits down for an engaging chat with Haley Jones, Director of Member Engagement at the American Staffing Association, who inspires with her leadership journey, emphasizing the importance of women who will speak up and take their place as leaders. Haley shares a transformative experience with a life-threatening health crisis, which shaped her perspective on leadership. She also emphasize...

Summary In this episode, Cam sits down for a candid, insightful chat with Sheri Jacobs, FASAE, CAE, president and CEO of Avenue M Group. Sheri shares her leadership journey through various career pathways including photojournalism, association management, owner of a thriving consultancy, keynote speaker and more. She emphasizes the importance of taking risks, asking questions, and being true to on...

Summary In this episode of the Leadership Bytes podcast, Cam interviews Alison Heron, CEO of the Association for Child Life Professionals. Alison shares her journey in the association management industry and the benefit of having a background in membership development as a CEO. She emphasizes the value of understanding the needs and preferences of association members and the organization's inn...

Summary In episode 8 of LeadHERShip Bytes, Cam sits down with Miranda Barrett, founder of Capacity to Scale, to learn about her leadership journey and the inspiration behind starting her own business after 10 years working for the Entrepreneurs Organization. Miranda emphasizes the importance of preparation and building a solid professional network before launching a business and discusses the miss...

Sarah Sladek, founder and CEO of XYZ University, discusses generational research and the challenges and opportunities of multiple generations in the workforce. She shares her leadership journey and the reasons for starting her own business. Sarah emphasizes the importance of curiosity, self-awareness, and networking for aspiring leaders, particularly women. In this conversation, Sarah also discuss...

In our 6th episode, Cam sits down with Jess O'Connell, a highly experienced leader with a diverse background in nonprofit leadership, politics, and strategic consulting. Jess shares the engaging story of her journey to leadership, highlighting the importance of lived experiences and self-awareness. She also discusses the value of developing leadership skills, and emphasizes the need for leader...

Summary In episode #5 of LeadHERShip Bytes, Stephanie Reeves transparently shares the leadership journey that led to her current role as Deputy Chief of Public Policy and Engagement for the American Psychological Association. She emphasizes the importance of promoting association management as a career option and offers advice about how women can develop their leadership skills and strive for care...