Leadership Portraits

On emotional intelligence, AI, and why the best leaders never stop learning Episode Summary Lisseth Zouhbi is a Chief Human Resources Officer with 25 years of experience, a coauthor of multiple leadership anthologies—including Leadership Voices —a speaker, and a mother of two. In this conversation on Leadership Portraits, she shares the philosophy and frameworks that have shaped her career and her...

Structure and Soul The case for human-first operational leadership If you've ever felt like you're holding your entire business together with sheer willpower — this episode is for you. Jen Wyatt is the founder of Elite BizOps and has spent over eleven years helping business owners build the operational systems that let them breathe again. She's a fractional operations expert, a soon-to-be author,...

Episode Summary In this episode, Jennifer sits down with Lauren Fox , a seasoned project management leader whose path to leadership looks nothing like a straight line. Lauren opens up about her unexpected entry into project management, the challenges of leading high‑performing teams, and the personal work required to grow beyond people‑pleasing into a grounded, confident leadership style. Together...

Barbara (Bosslady) Heil-Sonneck Let’s Collaborate for Impact and Growth” Opportunity Architect and Connector – Real Estate & Investments – Nonprofit Focus for Social Impact – CEO and World Traveler. With over two decades of management experience and a focus on real estate investments, she is dedicated to driving community impact in all her endeavors. This commitment has led her to her current...

About Community Assistance Center: Community Assistance Center (CAC) provides basic needs assistance for neighbors to prevent homelessness and hunger while promoting self-sufficiency and empowering them to thrive. We pursue this mission through a series of services to residents of Sandy Springs and Dunwoody, Georgia: Financial Assistance 3 Food Pantries Thrift Store Adult Education Career Center C...

In this episode of Leadership Portraits, host Jennifer Wright sits down with Brian Dedischew, a fractional strategic leader specializing in CIO and CTO roles, to discuss the emerging trend of fractional leadership in the business world. In an era of rapid business evolution, a new role in executive leadership is emerging: fractional leadership. This model, particularly prevalent in startups, is re...

Amanda Witmond never expected her teaching career to unfold the way it did. Fresh out of college and stepping into her first classroom as a second grade teacher, she had no idea that within a few short years she would be thrust into a leadership role during one of the most challenging periods in modern education. But as Amanda reflects on her five-year journey as an educator, it’s clear that the u...

Whether you’re an aspiring author, songwriter, speaker or simply someone looking to live a more creative life, the path to self-expression and fulfillment often lies in the stories we tell. In a recent episode of The Author’s Way podcast, host Jennifer Wright sat down with Brian Perry – a Singer-songwriter, authentic communication coach, copywriter, speaker and author – to discuss the transformati...

Anna is a Naturopath (ND) specializing in BioEnergetic Assessment (BEA), Neurofeedback (NFB), and Energy Healing (IEM). Using her extensive training and experience and fueled by her passion to help others in their journey to wellness, Anna supports clients by providing the necessary tools, education, and coaching along the way. She believes that the key to attaining and sustaining maximum health i...

In this episode, we spend time with Preston Poore, Author of Discipled Leader: Inspiration from a Fortune 500 Executive for Transformation Your Workplace by Pursuing Christ. We explore a number of topics from talking about the Radio City Music Hall Rockettes, to standup comedy to using procrastination to how he wrote and uses his book. In one poignant moments he talks about how he has those who ha...

I recently had the chance to sit down with Chris Yadon, Managing Director at Saprea, a nonprofit that exists to liberate individuals and society from child sexual abuse and its lasting impacts. Chris shared some insights into the valuable work that Saprea is doing to help address the trauma experienced by adults who experienced childhood sexual abuse. He also shared his thoughts on leading through...

In this edition of Leadership Portraits, we sat down with Jason Morris, a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in Six Sigma, process improvement, and transformation leadership. Hosted by Jennifer Wright, the conversation delves into Jason's diverse career, his perspectives on leadership, and the challenges he's faced in leading teams through various transformations. Jason Morris, a Le...

In the realm of leadership and personal growth, few stories resonate as profoundly as that of Doree O’Neal. Her "Leadership Portraits" interview revealed not only her knowledge in the corporate world and entrepreneurship but also her views on leadership, mentorship, and the power of transformation. Doree's journey from a fresh college graduate to a seasoned leader and entrepreneur is a testament t...

Leadership comes in many forms, and one individual who embodies the essence of a dynamic and transformative leader is Tina Frausto. With a wealth of experience in leadership roles across diverse industries, including notable stints at companies like Equifax and Verizon, Tina stands out not just for her extensive professional background but also for her commitment to mentorship and her role as a tr...

Leadership Portraits is a captivating gallery that pays homage to the exceptional individuals who have not only led great teams but have also ignited inspiration and motivation in the hearts of their followers. This unique collection of portraits delves into the core qualities that define extraordinary leadership, capturing the essence of those who have left an indelible mark on their respective f...