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Dr. Cornelia C. Walther is a humanitarian leader with 20+ years at the UN driving social change. Now a Wharton/University of Pennsylvania Fellow, she pioneers research on hybrid intelligence and prosocial AI through the global POZE alliance to build Agency amid AI for All. Her focus Is on harnessing AI to bring out the best in and for people and planet. Contact info: corneliacwalther@gmail.com For more information about Dr. Relly Nadler go to: https://drrellynadler.com

Are you doing everything "right" but still feel stuck or unfulfilled? Today's guest is Grace Najean, a transformational leadership strategist, keynote speaker, and former Master Coach for Tony Robbins. With over 5,000 hours of coaching, she has helped high achievers including executives, entrepreneurs, and changemakers shift from burnout into aligned, intuitive leadership. Her method, The Soulfluence Awakening, blends mental clarity, energy mastery, and embodied presence to create success that feels authentic and fulfilling. Fluent in English, French, and Korean, Grace brings a rich multicultural perspective to her global work. She bridges high-performance strategy with soulful insight, meeting ambitious minds while awakening the heart. Whether coaching C-suite leaders or delivering transformative keynotes, she empowers her audience to lead with clarity, purpose, and magnetic presence. She also leads The Soulfluence Retreat in Lombok, Indonesia, a 7-day immersive experience for high performers who are ready to lead from soul instead of stress and create impact from a place of alignment. For more information: grace@gracenajean.com https://www.gracenajean.com

Joseph O'Connor is an author, International Executive Coach, Coach Trainer, Founder of the Neuroscience Coaching Centre. His Key Focus is Helping coaches, executives, managers, and other professionals to be more successful in work and happier in life. Joseph is also the co-founder of the International Coaching Community (ICC), and one of the best known and respected coaches and coach trainers in the world. Joseph was a professional musician where it is clear that success is much more than just being good at what you do. You had to give your best at the right moment. Author of nineteen books in thirty languages on coaching, training, and neuroscience that have sold half a million copies worldwide. He follows his two great interests, giving coaching training and courses on creative nonfiction writing. Beyond his writing and coaching work, Joseph enjoys enlightening audiences with fascinating insights about how our brains actually work as opposed to how we hope they do. More info at: https://www.coachingthebrain.com For more information about Dr. Relly Nadler go to https://drrellynadler.com

They promoted you because you get results. Now you're buried in meetings, juggling demands, and overwhelmed with responsibilities. You're not alone. Like most leaders, you wrestle with exhaustion, confusion, and pressure to perform. You worry you aren't meeting everyone's relentless expectations. Some days, you feel like giving up. You question if you're cut out for this role. Here's the truth: you're not a bad leader. You wouldn't have made it this far if you were. But you are a leashed leader. In Unleashed Leadership, the first book of The Unleashed Leadership Series, you will discover: DR. GARLAND VANCE believes every person deserves to work with a great leader, and every leader can be great. He has spent over 25 years helping organizations develop the leaders they need to succeed. He authored Gettin' (un)Busy, which Forbes named "one of the seven books everyone on your team should read" and 2020's Best Business Book by the Author Elite Awards. DOROTHY WOOD VANCE has been helping leaders discover and maximize their unique talents and gifts for over 25 years, empowering good leaders to become great. With her husband, Garland, she cofounded AdVance Leadership, which is recognized as one of the Top 20 Leadership Development Companies in America. She and Garland live with their three children in Knoxville, Tennessee. FREE Audio Book at https://advanceleadership.live/freebook

Have you ever wanted to be known as the "best boss ever"? Now you can learn exactly how to do that. Ashley Herd (250K on Tiktok), a former Chief People Officer and General Counsel with experience supporting leaders across organizations including McKinsey and Yum! Brands has trained over 250,000 managers throughout her career. Now, she's unveiled a practical, real-world guide called The Manager Method: A Practical Framework to Lead, Support, and Get Results (February 10, 2026 // Hay House) that helps managers lead with confidence using a proven 3-step framework—Pause, Consider, Act—to navigate challenges, build strong teams, and avoid burnout. The Manager Method helps readers to lead effectively, build trust, and grow their careers without sacrificing their well-being. Most managers are promoted because they excel at their jobs—but the moment they step into a new leadership role, they're expected to know how to motivate teams, navigate tough conversations, and drive results with little to no guidance. The Manager Method fills this gap, and provides managers at any level with practical, real-world strategies to help them lead with clarity, confidence, and impact—without burning out. This book simplifies leadership into an actionable process that helps managers make better decisions, set expectations, and build high-performing teams. Unlike theory-heavy leadership books, The Manager Method is designed for busy professionals who need answers now and delivers the step-by-step techniques to make that happen now. Ashley Herd is a former Chief People Officer and General Counsel, leadership speaker, and podcast host who has trained over 250,000 managers through LinkedIn Learning and live corporate trainings. Ashley has spent her career helping professionals navigate leadership challenges with clarity and confidence. Ashley built Manager Method after leading HR and Legal teams at McKinsey, Yum! Brands and Modern Luxury. She's a top LinkedIn Learning instructor and co-host of the HR Besties podcast, where she is a Top 10 Business Podcast Host. As the CEO of Manager Method, Ashley works with organizations of all sizes to equip their managers with practical, proven tools that drive clarity, accountability and stronger teams - because better managers build better workplaces. For more information: https://www.managermethod.com/about-ashley For more information about Dr. Relly Nadler go to https://drrellynadler.com

Most companies believe they're supporting veterans because they offer benefits and run wellness campaigns. But what if everything you're offering - with the best of intentions - doesn't actually work for the veterans in your workforce? Our guest today is Dr. Shauna Springer, who is known as "Doc" Springer to countless veterans and first responders. Through her company, THIN LINE ADVISORY, she offers highly specialized consultation and advising to organizations and companies that hire and support veterans and first responders. Based on years of work, in a relationship of unique trust with the protector/defender community, she has seen how well-intended civilian mental health approaches can unintentionally increase risk — especially when are misaligned with the culture and ethos of this community. On this podcast, we'll engage in a conversation with Doc Springer that will challenge executive teams to rethink how they measure effectiveness, how they build trust, and how they leverage Veteran ERGs as strategic assets — not symbolic ones. This isn't about adding another program. It's about reducing invisible risk, retaining high-performing leaders, and ensuring that the people who once protected the country are properly supported inside your organizations. The conversation is direct, evidence-informed, and focused on actionable shifts. Shauna 'Doc' Springer, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist, award-winning Military Times podcast host, and one of the world's leading experts on psychological trauma, suicide prevention, and close relationships. A Harvard graduate who has become a trusted advisor to our nation's military warfighters and first responders, she is the author of three best-selling books. Dr. Springer is frequently sourced by the media for her uniquely perceptive insights on trauma recovery, post-traumatic growth, psychological health, and interpersonal relationships. She currently provides specialized consultation and confidential advising to public safety leaders, peer teams, and organizations that serve protectors and defenders through THIN LINE ADVISORY. In addition, she serves as the Lead Psychological Advisor for MAGNUS | One and the Senior Psychological Advisor for Stella Mental Health, which has a network of more than 20 clinics across the United States, Australia and Israel. For more information: https://thinlineadvisory.com/ Order book: https://www.amazon.com/FALL-OUT-Beliefs-Bravest-OVERCOMING/dp/1736824430/ref For more information about Dr. Relly Nadler go to https://drrellynadler.com

Charles Arthur Leland (Cappy) received a doctorate at Oklahoma State University in High Education and Individual and Family Therapy Studies in 1977. He founded Performance Dashboard, Inc., in 2001. Cappy began his career as a licensed independent provider of psychotherapy services. He later served as clinical director and CEO of organizations treating psychiatric, alcohol, drug, and eating disorders. His practice evolved into industrial psychology as an organization development advisor/consultant. His work in behavioral health and psychometric assessments led to the creation of a diagnostic assessment called the Organizational Effectiveness SurveySM (OES). Furthermore, Cappy is the developer of a model that sets forth three steps for strategic planning and performance management. The model is called AIM(Align people, Implement strategies, and Measure performance). Both methodologies have won widespread recognition. His awards include Innovator o the Year from The Journal Record of Oklahoma, finalist in the 2008 Oklahoma Governor's Cup Competition, and Best Practices by the Association for Continuing Higher Education. His clients range from company owners, boards of directors, and senior and middle management leaders. The organizations served are located throughout the United States and Canada. They include large government agencies, universities, Fortune 100 companies, nonprofits, leadership and organizational development firms, and small family-owned enterprises. Patrick J. Rainey (Pat) is the Field Perspectives author for this book. He is a graduate of Brigham Young University (BS in Finance) and Purdue University (MBA). Pat is an experienced organization development advisor/consultant, Certified Executive Coach (CEC), and a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach. He has C-suite experience in marketing, finance, human resources, and leadership development. Pat has served on boards of directors and played a leadership role in raising capital and building a hospital in Paraiso, Dominican Republic. Writing his Field Perspectives, Pat drew on his experiences working as a management consultant and executive coach, and from his background as a founder, investor, and/or owner of several businesses. Pat joined Performance Dashboard in 2012 as president. His in-depth service to clients often includes videography. He videos and edits his clients' culture stories. He also helps his clients promote their brands by developing and executing a custom digital strategy for myriad social media and web platforms. His clients come from a broad scope of industries, including healthcare, engineering, law, construction, general contracting, retail, automotive, and education. For more information Dr. Cappy Leland, |Cappy.Leland@PerformanceDashboard.com Patrick Rainey, Pat.Rainey@PerformanceDashboard.com For more information about Dr. Relly Nadler and to download our free ebook, go to https://drrellynadler.com

Sue Langley is CEO and Founder of the Langley Group, and travels the globe engaging people from all walks of life. Her ability to energize teams for change, develop resilience and well-being in others, and to inspire leaders to be the best they can be, makes her one of the most sought-after speakers in her field. Sue has worked with thousands of business leaders, HR professionals, managers and consultants to help them learn how to harness the brain's potential, create positive workplace cultures and increase performance and productivity. Sue specializes in the practical applications of neuroscience, emotional intelligence and positive psychology, synthesizing the science and research into simple, practical tools that anyone can use. To learn more about Dr. Relly Nadler and to download our free eBook, "6 Reasons Why All Leaders Need Coaching," go to https://drrellynadler.com

Today we have more intense emotions and a sense of overwhelm, causing all of us stress. Leaders are dealing with so much more than they have in the past. Stress in America study tells us 47% of people are experiencing Anxiety, 44% are sad, 39% are angry, while 75% of us feel we could use more emotional support. For much of that support, they are turning to their leaders who now need more counseling and coaching skills. What are they and we to do with this abundance of emotions and feelings? Drs. Greenberg and Nadler will take a deeper look at how you manage these feelings. In our Emotional Brilliance book, we presented a model of dealing with them called NAME. Notice and Name, Accept, Manage and Express. We will look at the M for Manage, Managing your thoughts and actions which will help regulate these feelings. What is causing the most stress today from a recent American Psychological Association study is: • Inflation (e.g., gas prices, energy bills, grocery costs): 87% • Supply chain issues: 81% • Global uncertainty: 81% • Potential retaliation from Russia (e.g., cyberattacks, nuclear threats): 80% • Russian invasion of Ukraine: 80% For more leadership tools and information on Dr. Relly Nadler and to download our free eBook, "6 Reasons Why All Leaders Need Coaching," go to https://drrellynadler.com

Jesus D. "Jesse" Hernandez Jr is the Founder of Depth Builder LLC, who helps leaders deepen their communication skills and build trust through their improvement initiatives. Jesse does this by shining a light on their blind spots, and teaching them how to adjust their leadership approach to ensure "buy in" amongst their employees. Experiencing construction business problems from the perspective of an installer, a field leader, a trade contractor, a General Contractor and an owner's Rep has helped Jesse understand that we are more alike than we are different. Being a witness to people discovering their agency and leaders contributing to that is what brings him fulfillment. His path in the professional space and 7+ years of sobriety has helped Jesse meet people where they are at and get them unstuck. The key is in serving others and helping folks leverage their influence and formal authority in making the work better for the men and women who are doing the work. Jesse's 5S in Relationships Livestream Experiment revealed to him that there is a gap in connection amongst construction professionals. This led him to co-author the book Lean & Love 5S Love Letters and co-host The NoBS with Jen and Jess Podcast, where he is having imperfect conversations about the human side of work. These efforts helped Jesse appreciate the power of vulnerability. Jesse has also written Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Be where readers can find glimpses of themselves in the stories he shares and discover the path to living up to the promise they are Intended to fulfill. Seeing the impact these works are having have lit a fire in Jesse to help people practice vulnerability and deepen their connection with the folks they spend the most time with. Jesse wants to serve our listeners with the idea that focusing on the person in front of us is the best way to Expand their Influence. The key to this is listening and more specifically asking interested questions. He wants to introduce the listeners two a couple of cheat codes (air time & first response) that they can put into practice immediately. For more information about Jesse go to: https://www.depthbuilder.com For more information about Dr. Relly Nadler, go to https://drrellynadler.com

Josh Davis, PhD, is the international bestselling author of Two Awesome Hours and a certified Trainer and Master Practitioner of NLP. He earned his PhD from Columbia University, where he studied psychology and neuroscience. He is the founder and director of the Science-Based Leadership Institute. Previously, he was on the faculty at Barnard College of Columbia University, and has held senior positions at the NeuroLeadership and other leadership development institutes. He specializes in applying NLP and lessons from science to such topics as productivity, public speaking, communication, and behavior change. His writing has appeared in Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and leading business and academic journals, and his contributions have been covered by various major news sources including The Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, and The Times (London). For more information: email is southbrooklyn@gmail.com and his website is https://www.joshdavisphd.com/ For more information about us and to download our free eBook, "6 Reasons Why Leaders Need Coaching," go to https://drrellynadler.com

Recently recognized as a 2025 Top 50 Leadership and Management Expert by Inc., Bob Chapman is very intentional about building a better world. Chapman is Chairman of the Board and former CEO of Barry-Wehmiller. When he became chief executive in 1975, Barry-Wehmiller was a struggling $18 million business. Today, Barry-Wehmiller is a $3.6+ billion global platform of industrial and packaging automation, professional services and life sciences technology that Chapman transformed by applying a unique blend of strategy and culture. It is combination of 150+ acquisitions and 12,000 teammates in 28 countries. Chapman's journey from traditional management to "Truly Human Leadership" inspired his WSJ best-seller, "Everybody Matters: The Extraordinary Power of Caring for Your People Like Family", which has sold 110,000+ copies and is available in seven languages. A revised and expanded version of the book was released in 2025. During his 50 year career as CEO of Barry-Wehmiller, Chapman was named the Tharseō CEO of the Year by the Society for Human Resource Management SHRM), the #3 CEO in the world by Inc. and a leading Social Capital CEO by International Business Times. Chapman's leadership philosophy is also profiled in his TEDx Talk and a Harvard case study, now taught in more than 70 business schools. Chapman is also focused on bringing these principles to education through initiatives with Fordham University, other business schools and several secondary education institutions. For more information: https://www.barrywehmiller.com/story/leadership/bob-chapman For more information about us and to download a free eBook, go to https://www.drrellynadler.com

Patricia Rachel Schwartz, MA, MCC (Master Certified Coach), NBC-HWC (National Medical Board of Examiners Health and Wellness Coach) is an executive coach, team coach, facilitator and author. She partners with senior leaders and teams to maximize desired results, which often involves a focus on stakeholder engagement, strategic visioning, team and business development, and change leadership. Ms. Schwartz's proven approaches catalyze innovation, infuse the individual, team and organizational culture with positive energy, increase bottom line productivity, contribute to wellbeing and avoid burnout. With over forty years of experience in leadership development, business development and management, Patricia has worked with over 350 C-suite or VP level leaders from 6 continents. She has been coaching for over 20 years. Patricia works across sectors/industries including: manufacturing, tech, retail, health care, food and beverage, government, military, higher education and nonprofits. Ms. Schwartz has supported organizational change and culture shift initiatives, mergers and acquisitions, exit strategy, team development, emerging leaders, leader transition, and performance enhancement. Her background is in executive leadership in the business and nonprofit sectors. Ms. Schwartz recently published a book for leaders, especially nonprofit leaders, on increasing employee, board, donor and other stakeholder levels of engagement. The title is Your Nonprofit's 360Win: How to Build Relationships That Pay Off, For Everyone. Following its release, it received #1 Top New Release on Amazon during October 2025. To buy a copy go to https://www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore/ or click Buy my book A sample of leaders and teams Ms. Schwartz has worked with includes: Google/YouTube, Coca Cola, Reiter Affiliated Companies, Reyes Beverage, UC Santa Barbara, UCLA, Duke University, Antioch University, Fielding Graduate University, Anthem, PepsiCo, Golden Brands, Mayo Clinic, Foundation for Hearst Castle,Verizon, Jackpocket Inc, Circle K Stores, DreamWorks Animation, US Navy/Army, University of Chicago, United Way, The Girl Scouts, and 1000s of small businesses, nonprofits and entrepreneurs. Contact: Patricia@PatriciaSchwartz.com www. PatriciaSchwartz.com

In this special episode, Dr. Cathy Greenberg interviews Dr. Relly Nadler about his journey into the science of emotional intelligence and the breakthrough tools he's developed to help leaders excel in the moments that matter most. Although executives show their emotional intelligence in split-second interactions, most of us operate on autopilot up to 95% of the time. As Dr. Relly says, "If you stay on autopilot, you stay average." Drawing from emotional intelligence, positive psychology, neuroscience, and peak performance research, Dr. Relly shares the "turbulence tools" he's used with more than 225 companies and over 2,000 executive coaches. Listeners will learn the five questions that can elevate EI in just 15 seconds, along with practical, immediately usable strategies to become more strategic, productive, and self-aware—right in the moment. If you want to break free from autopilot and lead with purpose, precision, and presence, this episode is your roadmap. For more information and to download our free eBook, "6 Reasons Why All Leaders Need Coaching," go to https://drrellynadler.com.

Steve Cadigan is a pioneer in reimagining how organizations attract, develop, and unleash talent in the modern economy. As founder of Cadigan Talent Ventures, he works deeply with leaders on complex, critical talent strategies—challenging conventional thinking and provoking breakthrough approaches for organizations navigating the future of work. As the architect of LinkedIn's talent strategy during its hypergrowth from 400 to 4,000 employees, Steve served as the company's first Chief Human Resources Officer from 2009 to 2012, guiding the company through its IPO and building the foundation that fueled its evolution into the powerhouse it is today. That experience, combined with over 25 years leading HR across diverse industries—including Cisco Systems, Electronic Arts, and ESPRIT—gives him a unique vantage point for provoking new thinking about how organizations create value through their people. Today, Steve's primary work involves providing strategic counsel at every level—from individual companies to entire industries to national governments. He partners with organizations including Google, Cisco, Intel, Salesforce, the BBC, the City of Lisbon Portugal, Manchester United Football Club, and the Royal Bank of Scotland on their most pressing talent challenges. Top-tier venture capital and consulting firms such as Andreessen Horowitz, KKR, McKinsey & Company, and Deloitte regularly retain him to work alongside their portfolio companies and clients on complex talent strategy. He serves on the boards of three companies spanning the U.S., Canada, and Africa, advises twelve dynamic companies navigating critical inflection points, and works with countries including Portugal and Colombia on national talent strategies. Throughout his career, the teams, cultures, and organizations Steve has built have been recognized as exceptional, "world-class" performers by the Wall Street Journal and Fortune Magazine. He has been named a Top 100 Global Thought Leader in HR and Talent by PeopleHum every year since 2021. In addition to his advisory work, Steve is a sought-after speaker at international conferences and teaches at major universities around the world. He has been featured regularly on Bloomberg West, CBS, and CNBC. In 2021, he received the honor of delivering commencement addresses to MBA graduates at both Stanford University and the University of San Francisco—a feat he repeated at USF, challenging emerging leaders to rethink traditional career paradigms. Stanford University developed a graduate-level course based on his cultural innovations at LinkedIn, cementing his influence on how the next generation of leaders thinks about building high-performing organizations. His book, Workquake: Embracing the Aftershocks of COVID-19 to Create a Better Model of Working, became a #1 Amazon Hot New Release upon its August 2021 publication and captures his contrarian perspective on workplace evolution. What sets Steve apart is that he has lived deep inside the world of work as both employee and employer. He has interviewed, hired, coached, and mentored thousands of employees and leaders across multiple industries and geographies—from his early years living in Singapore and Canada to his current base in California. This lived experience gives him a unique and authoritative point of view, essential to all discussions about the future of work. Steve graduated from Wesleyan University with a BA in History and received a Master's Degree in HR & Organization Development from the University of San Francisco. For more information, steve@cadiganventures.com, and https://stevecadigan.com/ For more information and to download our free eBook, 6 Reasons Why All Leaders Need Coaching, go to https://drrellynadler.com.

William C. Davis is a leadership speaker, author, and former senior-level corporate leader with nearly four decades of experience leading large, diverse teams across multiple Fortune-500-type organizations. Throughout his career, William earned a reputation for building high-trust, high-retention cultures grounded in empathy, communication, and genuine human connection. He is the author of The Leadership Blueprint Series — a people-first leadership philosophy built on the belief that leadership is — and will always be — about humans. William's work focuses on helping leaders move beyond titles, authority, and process, and instead develop the emotional intelligence needed to listen better, connect deeper, and lead with purpose. His mission is simple: to help leaders build teams that feel valued, supported, and inspired — not managed. Today, William is an author and speaks to executives, managers, students, and emerging leaders about the transformative power of relationship-centered leadership. William Davis is a leadership expert, speaker, and mentor dedicated to helping executives, managers, and aspiring leaders develop the skills to lead confidently and positively. With a background in leadership dating back to his high school and college years in Future Business Leaders of America, he has spent his career studying leadership successes and failures to uncover what truly makes an effective leader. Through keynotes, workshops, and mentoring, William equips individuals and organizations with the tools to navigate leadership challenges, identify future leaders, and foster a culture of trust and accountability. His work spans corporate, academic, military, and government sectors, bridging the gap between leadership theory and real-world application. For more information, williamcdavis@williamcdavis.net, and https://www.williamcdavis.net For more information and to download our free eBook, "6 Reasons Why All Leaders Need Coaching," go to https://drrellynadler.com

In this conversation, futurist Robert B. Tucker explains why today's change is fundamentally different from anything we've faced before and why incremental thinking no longer works in the Age of Acceleration. Drawing from his new book, Build a Better Future: Seven Mindsets for the Age of Acceleration, Tucker explores what it truly means to "disrupt yourself," how leaders can stay ahead of powerful MegaForces like AI-driven job disruption, and why human agency and flourishing have become as critical as innovation itself. He shares lessons from leaders who most shaped his thinking, offers practical ways to build a preparedness mindset, and introduces his DITO framework, a simple but powerful tool for making clearer, future-focused decisions in uncertain times. Robert B. Tucker is a globally recognized futurist, innovation advisor, author, and keynote speaker who has spent more than 30 years helping leaders anticipate change and build future ready organizations. A former journalist, he began his career interviewing the world's leading futurists, which sparked a lifelong focus on how high performing organizations turn ideas into growth amid rapid disruption. Tucker has spoken in all 50 U.S. states and 54 countries, advised organizations ranging from Microsoft and American Express to government and trade associations worldwide, and is the author of multiple influential books on innovation and leadership. A Forbes contributor, he has appeared on CBS News, CNBC, Bloomberg, and PBS, and is known for blending original research, vivid storytelling, and practical frameworks that help leaders see further up the road and act with confidence in the Age of Acceleration.

We are celebrating 20 years on the Voice America Network. AI is moving fast, and it's natural to wonder what that means for our jobs. Join us for a reassuring look at why many careers aren't going anywhere. Jobs that depend on human connection, creativity, good judgment, and hands-on skills—like nursing, teaching, skilled trades, art, and leadership—are especially hard to replace. Dr.. "Cat" Greenberg shares how the future of work is less about replacement and more about focusing on what humans do best naturally: empathy, adaptability, and solving real-world problems to become "Future Proof". We cover Cathy's diverse background, her books, work with first responders, cutting-edge DNA research and what she is most excited about these days. Join us for a reassuring look at why many careers aren't going anywhere. Dr. Cathy Greenberg, PhD is a fearless empath, scientist of happiness, and one of the world's leading authorities on emotional intelligence, leadership, and human performance under pressure. With more than 25 years of experience working across Fortune 100 companies, healthcare systems, government agencies, and elite military and public safety organizations, she is known for translating cutting-edge neuroscience, behavioral science, and positive psychology into practical tools leaders can actually use—especially when things get messy. A #1 best-selling author, executive coach, and keynote speaker, Dr. Greenberg has advised senior leaders, boards, and special operations communities on how to build courage, resilience, and emotional stamina in high-stakes environments. Her work bridges science and real life, helping leaders master fear, regulate stress, and lead with clarity, compassion, and conviction when it matters most. For more information on emotional intelligence and to get a free eBook, "6 Reasons Why All Leaders Need Coaching," go to https://drrellynadler.com.

Steve Cunningham is the owner and founder of Readitfor.me. They turn the world's best business and personal books into beautiful 12-minute videos and workshops for organizations around the world. He also created Growitfor.me which he'll talk about today too. Here's are some of the top things about him he shared with us. Steve loves being an entrepreneur. He started his first business in grade 4, selling baseball and hockey trading cards. He used to run a digital marketing agency called Three Thirty, where he helped clients make more money using a blend of content marketing, a deep understanding of human behavior, and the scientific method. Steve practiced law for one full week. 9 years later says he is still recovering. Steve is filled with gratitude to wake up every morning to a loving family and group of friends that make my life worth living. Tune in to hear more and get access to a free year of Readitfor.me. For more information on emotional intelligence and to get a free eBook, "6 Reasons Why All Leaders Need Coaching," go to https://drrellynadler.com.

Deep Water Leadership LLC Founder and Executive Leadership and Team Development Consultant, Dr. Chris Auger, believes success happens when we bring clarity to the complex and challenging, enabling us to pursue significance in life and work. In this role, he leverages his knowledge and certifications to combine self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and servant leadership, building high-performing leaders, followers, and teams both at work and in personal settings. Chris's passion for strong teams and leaders was ignited and developed over his nearly 28 years as a U.S. Navy SEAL. Chris served 12 years as an enlisted U.S. Navy SEAL and then 16 years as a commissioned U.S. Navy SEAL Officer. He rose to the rank of Chief Petty Officer before his commissioning, then to Lieutenant Commander (LCDR/O4), and was selected for Commander (O5) at the end of his career. Chris turned down the promotion to pursue more time with family and opted to retire in March 2015. He remains dedicated to seeing high-performing teams truly know one another, genuinely care for one another, and support each other in becoming better. He is passionate about helping others become better versions of themselves so that we all flourish in life and work together. Another passion of Chris's is giving back and volunteering. The Honor Foundation has had a significant impact on his life. He originally attended the first formal session in the spring of 2014 and then the Virtual program in the Fall of 2023. What started as a request to Matt Stevens to audit a course evolved into full attendance, allowing Chris to intentionally sharpen his transition skills and develop a greater perspective to coach future fellows. He has been coaching a fellow in each winter, summer and fall cohort since then. Dr. Auger is a Board-Certified Coach from the Center for Credentialing and Education and a certified CliftonStrengths Coach. He is also certified to administer the Emotional Intelligence Quotient 2.0 (EQi 2.0) suite of emotional intelligence tools, Wiley's My Everything DiSC assessments, Full Focus Planner Certified Pro, the Birkman, and the PRO D assessment. Dr. Auger received his Doctorate in Strategic Leadership with a concentration in leadership coaching in May 2018 from Regent University. He earned his Master of Science in Global Leadership from the University of San Diego in 2010, with an emphasis on project management and international business. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Maryland, University College, in 2007, earning a degree in Information Management Systems.