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If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series!   This week, our guest is Devon Warren, Portrait and Product Photographer.   In this episode, Devon will be sharing his journey with us, from an educator to a global photographer.   For previous episodes of The CEO Series, visit https://lnkd.in/ddPFuFv .   For speaker suggestions, feedback, and sponsorship, email us at info@strategyfocused...

It is another Friday!   Our guest this week is Christina Ioannidis, an award-winning speaker, trainer, and entrepreneur. She is the Chief Engagement Officer of Aquitude, an international engagement consultancy, which works with corporations to engage with their main stakeholders – their employees and their customers.   In this episode, Christina will be sharing great insights on the topi...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! Our guest this week is Zartaj Ahmed, an aspiring tech entrepreneur working in the Education space since 2010. Zartaj spearheads two startups Pi Space Science Education Center and QriosityNet and she is also a Founder Institute Alum. This week, Zartaj will be sharing her journey from STEM to Tech Edupreneur, empowering the youth globally. Don't miss this! This...

This week, our guest in The CEO Series is Nigel Sillitoe.   Nigel manages Insight Discovery, a multiple award-winning consultancy that advises companies on strategic communications, personal branding, and market intelligence. Nigel is also behind the groundbreaking website www.whichfinancialadviser.com   In this episode, Nigel will be sharing great insights on why strategic communication...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series!   This week, our guest is Maggie Mistal, a career consultant.  Over 5 million people have watched Maggie’s "How to Ace a Job Interview" on YouTube. CNN dubbed her, "one of the nation's best-known career coaches." NBC's The Today Show featured her personal story of dealing with life and career change.  For 7 years, she hosted a SiriusXM radio sh...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series!   Our guest this week is Omer Glass, the Co-Founder, and CEO of GrowthSpace. Prior to co-founding GrowthSpace, Omer worked as a Management Consultant with Shaldor, one of Israel's leading management consultancies, and held a variety of positions in the US, UK, Singapore, Germany, and Turkey.   In this episode, Omer will be discussing how to build pr...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series!!!   This week, our guest is Keith Pigues, Chairman, CEO, and co-founder of CulTRUE – a culture analytics enterprise software and professional services company. He is also the founder and CEO of Luminas Strategy, an organic growth business strategy, and value proposition consultancy.   In this episode, Keith will be discussing the keys to employee fu...

It is another episode of The CEO Series!   This week, our guest is Dexter Caffey, Founder & Chief Disruptor at Smart Eye Technology.   Dexter has spent the past 20 years working with major publicly traded U.S. companies. During this time, he helped institutional clients access financial platforms to hedge their portfolio risk and reduce costs.   In this episode, Dexter will be d...

It is another episode of The CEO Series!   This week, our guest is Rich Fontaine, Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer for NYC - based American Management Association (AMA), a global leader in professional development and training for nearly 100 years.  Rich oversees all multi-channel marketing initiatives for AMA’s virtual and classroom training seminars, including outbou...

If it is Friday, it is the CEO Series!   Our guest on this week's episode is James Michael Lafferty, CEO of Fine Hygienic Holding.  James has often been described as one of the most unique and diversified CEOs in the world today.  He is not only a successful CEO but also an Olympic coach and an award-winning journalist.    In this episode, James Lafferty will be discussing...

It is the first episode of The CEO Series for the year 2022!   Our guest is Priti Malik, Co-Host of The Kris Fade Show on Virgin Radio Dubai 104.4 United Arab Emirates!   In this episode, Priti will be discussing her successful journey from New York to Dubai with Ron Thomas.   It's going to be inspiring!  Don't miss this!   For speaker suggestions, feedback, and sponsorshi...

Stacey Harris is back! Stacey is the Chief Research Officer, Managing Partner of Sapient Insights Group. She sits on the IHIRM Board of Directors, overseeing strategy and education in her role as Vice-Chair. Previously on this show, Stacy shared great insights on how to use chaos to build a stronger organization. To watch the previous episode with Stacey, visit    • The CEO Series with Stacey Harr...

If it is Friday, it is the CEO Series!   This week, our guest is Jan T. Bruce, CEO, and Co-Founder of Mequilibrium, the first SaaS-based cognitive performance platform, based on a proprietary, clinically validated science in the field of resilience.    In this episode, Jan and Ron will be discussing how to create resilience to combat burnout, stress, purpose, performance, and wellbe...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series!   This week, our guest is Sarah Tabet, an HR professional with over a decade of well-rounded multinational experience in the human resources industry.  She is currently based in Dubai and provides global strategic HR leadership support, executive coaching, and business partnering to senior leaders in multiple geographies (Europe, US, India, and Chin...

Throwback to when we had the father of the HRBP model, Dave Ulrich on the show! Bringing this back to you in case you missed the last time. Watch and learn! Don't forget to follow us on all our social media platforms: LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter: Strategy Focused Group For speaker suggestions, feedbacks, and sponsorship, email us at info@strategyfocusedgroup.com.

This week, our guest on The CEO Series is Karin Gabriel, Global Innovation Expert.   Karin has 10+ years of international experience developing and delivering programs and building communities focused on human-centric innovation and emerging tech.   In this episode, Karin will be sharing great insights on the future of innovation in education, organizations, and the creative workplace. &...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series!   This week, we have one of the Music Industry’s most insightful and successful leaders, Charles Koppelman.   Charles Koppelman is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of C.A.K. Entertainment Inc., which provides financing and strategic advice to companies in the entertainment industry.   He has worked with artists from Nicki Minaj, Adam Le...

This week, our guest is Saana Azzam, founder of MENA Speakers.  Also known as a “Chief Inspirational Officer” for businesses globally.  Saana Azzam is an award-winning international economist, Forbes contributor, and in this episode, she will be sharing great insights on her journey from Economist to Entrepreneur.   Don't forget to follow us on all our social media platforms:  ...

This week, our guest is Jouhayna AlMheiri ! Jouhayna AlMheiri is an Air Traffic Control Officer and On-The-Job Training Instructor. If you are wondering what that is exactly, she is like Google Maps voice but for pilots in the sky to keep aircrafts safe in the UAE airspace. Fun Fact: We have less than ten Emirati women that are Air Traffic Control Officer on the planet. To know more about Jouhayna...

Leadership is all about change, it is about bringing new things to the table and adding value to the organization - Azad Navaz Did you miss the last episode of The CEO Series with  Azad Navaz ? We've got you covered! The full video is available here -  https://lnkd.in/d3GxuNuq Don't forget to follow us on all our social media platforms: LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter: Stra...

This week, our guest is Peter Hopwood , a Global Speaker Coach, TEDx Coach, Virtual Speaking Specialist, Global Events MC, and Media Skills Trainer. Peter travels the globe (now virtually) helping people define, craft, and tell clearer stories with stronger impact. He helps executives, entrepreneurs, and teams to develop their speaking style in front of a crowd or in a virtual setting, gain invest...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is John G. Self, founder and Managing Partner of JohnGSelf + Partners, a career transition advisory firm based in Tyler, near Dallas. In this episode, John G. Self will share great insights on how to manage a career in disruptive times. To know more about John G. Self, visit: http://www.strategyfocusedhr.com/port... This episode will be l...

It is another episode of The CEO Series! This week, our guest is Ronald Porter, Senior Client Partner, Global Human Resources Center of Expertise/ Korn Ferry. Ron recruits Chief Human Resource Officers, Senior Human Resource Executives, and Chief Diversity Officers. In this episode, Ronald will be discussing the topic 'The Executive Search; The CHRO Search. To know more about Ronald Porter, visit:...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! Welcome to another episode of The CEO Series. This week, our guest is Jim Harter Ph. D.! Jim Harter, Ph. D., is the Chief Scientist for Gallup's workplace management and wellbeing practices. He is co-author of Wall Street Journal Bestseller Wellbeing at Work, released in 2021, a book that explores how to build resilient and thriving teams in organizations. In...

It is another episode of The CEO Series! This week, our guest is Chuck Feltz, CEO, Human Capital Institute. Chuck is currently the CEO of The Human Capital Institute focusing on helping organizations align business and talent strategy to accelerate growth for their clients. In this episode, Chuck will give us insight into the changing dynamics of leadership post-COVID-19. To know more about Chuck...