C-Suite Success with Tricia Benn

From former Ms. West Virginia at the Miss America competition to QVC host, Kim Parrish transformed herself into a prominent figure in the fashion industry. Her path from contestant to TV host is a true testament to her determination, passion, and grit. Still unsure about making it in the industry, it was one pivotal compliment that changed her trajectory. This interview delves into that journey, m...

There’s so much more to success than a dollar figure. This interview delves into the true essence of success with Michael Beas, CEO of Atlas Elite Publishing, and an entrepreneur in his own right as he unveils the pivotal role of familial influence, where respect and admiration within his mother’s peer community ignited his own quest for success. Throughout this insightful interview, Michael elabo...

Is success about winning? Not for Shellye Archambeau, one of the trailblazing African American CEOs in Silicon Valley. For her, success transcends the traditional notion of victory; it revolves around inclusion and shared growth. This insightful interview highlights Shellye’s remarkable journey, including a pivotal early-career mistake that taught her a valuable lesson she still applies today. Tun...

As human beings, it’s natural to clutch to what makes us feel comfortable. As leaders, we must be brave enough to not want to protect that comfort zone. Garry Ridge, the Chairman Emeritus at the WD-40 Company, shares invaluable insights on leadership that challenge the status quo. His remarkable journey as CEO not only saw the company’s financial success, but also fostered an exceptional corporate...

As a world-famous rock star, Mark Schulman has shared the stage with notables such as P!nk, Foreigner, Billy Idol, Beyonce, Simple Minds, and more. The success he found on the world stage has translated to his thought leadership business. An acclaimed keynote speaker and best-selling author of “Conquering Life’s Stage Fright: Three Steps to Top Performance,” Mark reveals his most important lesson...

Remember that famous Napoleon Dynamite line, “Kip, where’s my chap stick?” Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of Hollywood with Sean Covel, the film’s producer. In this interview, he tells the story of the moment he realized he’d made it in Tinseltown, his unique take on success and the transformative journey he underwent to reevaluate his value system. But that’s not all – his filmmakin...

When it comes to success, Mark Victor Hansen has seen and achieved plenty. As the co-author of the hit series “Chicken Soup for the Soul,” Mark has written hundreds of books (and sold over 500 million copies), has spoken all over the world and considers himself a scholar – learning key lessons from such notables as Albert Einstein and Andrew Carnegie. This interview focuses on that immense success...

D-E-I aren’t just letters. They should be ingrained in every organization’s DNA to make them stronger, more profitable and remain ahead of the competition. In today’s business landscape, we must take advantage of every possible opportunity given to create a bigger impact. Verónica Calderón is the Chief Inclusion, Belonging, and Equity Officer at DeVry University and this interview highlights how s...

Success can be defined in several ways, and everyone has their own definition. In Ping Yeh’s case, part of his definition involves “being above ground.” As a cancer survivor and now CEO of VOCxi Health, Ping works tirelessly to aid the early detection process of diseases like cancer through non-invasive methods. As a business leader, he is a believer in being values first, as those become our true...

When do you experience peak productivity? It is during that time that we should exert maximum effort at work to achieve more substantial outcomes. That’s what Tessa White, aka “The Job Doctor” says. A highly accomplished business leader, keynote speaker and best-selling author, she has amassed a substantial following of over 1,000,000 followers across her social platforms, predominately on TikTok....

“Jack and Diane” is one of John Mellencamp’s most memorable hits in 1982. Kenny Aronoff is the man responsible for the famous drum solo, yet he was fired from the band. His biggest lesson? Learning how to turn ‘me’ into ‘we.’ Throughout this interview, Aronoff reveals why he turned down certainty for possibility (and why it paid off), the meaning of acronyms like RPS and CCC, and his strategy to a...

What does a former MMA fighter know about being a 16-year-old girl? Nothing at first. Former professional MMA fighter, Eliot Marshall reveals his process of changing perspectives to successfully relate (and train) to someone who is completely opposite from his own six-foot-two frame – in this case a 16-year-old girl. He also shared how his definition of success has changed over the years, why you...

Despite being a self-described “disaster” in school, Evan Dash found a great deal of success in the business world. From ditching his 3-piece suit as an executive at retail stores like Macy’s to a bona fide entrepreneur, Evan’s story as an entrepreneur is a true success story. He started his own business after “hating” working in the corporate world. Listen to this inspiring story of success durin...

From the soccer pitch to the c-suite – that’s the journey that molded Julie Roehm. As a Marketing executive for major brands like Ford, Chrysler, Walmart, and Party City, she always understood that success meant something more than the typical money and status. From being “famously fired” from Walmart, Julie discusses her difficult moments, reviving her career, and how grit and survival instincts...

Dr. Dre. Macy Gray. Sheryl Crow. Katy Perry. Fergie. Those are only some of the artists that Printz Board has collaborated with throughout his successful music career. As the co-writer for hit songs like “Where is the Love,” “Don’t Phunk with my Heart,” and “Meet Me Halfway,” he has remained at the top of the music by adapting to new techniques, including AI. This talented artist and business lead...

Success is not something that one achieves alone. There are many people along the way who help shape the course we take to get there. Mitzi Perdue has plenty of experience to extrapolate from – first as the daughter of the man who co-founded Sheraton Hotels, then as the wife of Frank Perdue, of Perdue Chicken and as an activist for anti-human trafficking and clearing landmines. During this intervi...

As a world-famous rock star, Mark Schulman has shared the stage with notables such as P!nk, Foreigner, Billy Idol, Beyonce, Simple Minds, and more. The success he found on the world stage has translated to his thought leadership business. An acclaimed keynote speaker and best-selling author of “Conquering Life’s Stage Fright: Three Steps to Top Performance,” Mark reveals his most important lesson...