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Staying focused on our goals is a challenge even for the most disciplined leaders. The most common challenge with pursuing goals beyond January is focusing on one, just to have the others get off track. If you’re realizing that trying to get promoted while losing weight and learning to play guitar are leaving you overwhelmed, this is the podcast for you.   How do we find long-term balance when pursuing goals? Here's what you'll learn in this episode: How to create a manageable pace for goal achievement Why high performers often fail at goals The real reason you’re feeling overwhelmed How to create boundaries for better focus   Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR    Other episodes you’ll enjoy: C-Suite Goal Setting: How To Create A Roadmap For Your Career Success - http://bit.ly/3XwI55n Natalya Berdikyan: Investing in Yourself to Serve Others on Apple Podcasts -http://bit.ly/3ZMx8yw Questions to Guarantee You Accomplish Your Goals - http://bit.ly/3QASvym See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are a multitude of factors that go into achieving success. But when it comes down to it, how you get there is less important than how you treat and interact with the people you meet along the way. This week Adrian Rodriguez discusses the importance of respecting your leadership and understanding how your behavior impacts others.   How do we exhibit self-discipline to our team? Here's what you'll learn in this episode: How to make the next best right decision The importance of respecting your people How to handle conflicts with your leadership Why you should communicate with everything in writing   Adrian Rodriguez is an accomplished healthcare professional with over 20 years of experience in pharmacy and quality management.   He began his career in healthcare at Baptist Medical Center (VBMC) in south Texas, where he first worked three years as a pharmacy technician in the central in-patient pharmacy filling unit-dose prescriptions and preparing Total Parental Nutrition bags for ICU patients.   By 2003, Mr. Rodriguez had completed both his Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, with a concentration in Microbiology from the University of Texas at Austin.   Between 2003 and 2009, Mr. Rodriguez worked in management roles for retail pharmacies such as Walgreens and Target, followed by a transition into an instructor at a local technical vocational college, where he taught anatomy and physiology, as well as prepared pharmacy technicians for their certification exam.   Mr. Rodriguez used this opportunity as an instructor to simultaneously enroll as a student himself at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, where he would earn his MBA in Finance and Strategic Management in 2009.   In 2021, Mr. Rodriguez accepted a position with Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company working as the head of Quality and Safety where in his words: "I have finally found a company whose strong leadership   Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR    Other episodes you’ll enjoy: C-Suite Goal Setting: How To Create A Roadmap For Your Career Success - http://bit.ly/3XwI55n Natalya Berdikyan: Investing in Yourself to Serve Others on Apple Podcasts -http://bit.ly/3ZMx8yw Questions to Guarantee You Accomplish Your Goals - http://bit.ly/3QASvym See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Self-discipline is a learned skill that can be used in numerous aspects of life. On this episode Deborah shares the importance holding yourself accountable to the actions you desire. Self-discipline allows you to overcome obstacles on your route to obtaining your goals. She also discusses why leaders must re-prioritize personal relationships and passions in order to lead their teams authentically.   How do we exhibit self-discipline to our team? Here's what you'll learn in this episode: How to embody self-discipline in leadership Why you should prioritize your passion and relationships How to align your goals with actions How to hold yourself accountable to what you really want   Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR    Other episodes you’ll enjoy: C-Suite Goal Setting: How To Create A Roadmap For Your Career Success - http://bit.ly/3XwI55n Natalya Berdikyan: Investing in Yourself to Serve Others on Apple Podcasts -http://bit.ly/3ZMx8yw Questions to Guarantee You Accomplish Your Goals - http://bit.ly/3QASvym See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leadership is a journey of personal growth and development. It requires us to think differently, act differently and impact others in ways we may not have thought possible before. On this episode Giovanna Arias shares how her organization implements strategies for sustainable change.   So how do we make leadership look easy? Here's what you'll learn in this episode: How to lead visionary change in your organization Why you should never take no for an answer How to maximize your transferrable skills How to be in alignment with your values and beliefs (and those of the organization)   Giovanna is a Strategy and Operations leader who has successfully spearheaded many impactful implementation projects throughout her career. She’s brought visionary change to organizations in different sectors from Fortune 500 companies, to private sectors, and the U.S. Federal Government. She attributes her drive and success to her upbringing and desire for positive change. Throughout the years she’s learned that to be the most effective leader and change contributor she’s needed to be graceful under the most trying times (not always an easy task), focus less on communicating and more on listening and most importantly, surround herself with people who are inspired by challenges.   Giovanna has been invited to be the keynote speaker at leadership conferences and Finance Summits across the globe. Her candor and humor make her relatable and her ideas easy to implement.   You can connect with Giovanna in the following ways: Website: www.jujin.nyc Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/giovanna-arias   Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR    Other episodes you’ll enjoy: C-Suite Goal Setting: How To Create A Roadmap For Your Career Success - http://bit.ly/3XwI55n Natalya Berdikyan: Investing in Yourself to Serve Others on Apple Podcasts -http://bit.ly/3ZMx8yw Questions to Guarantee You Accomplish Your Goals - http://bit.ly/3QASvym See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The successful C-Suite leaders we look up to are always dreaming big. In order to become the best leader you truly can be, you need to start dreaming big. In this episode Deborah shares how to set yourself up for success in 2023 by expanding upon your current goals and daring to dream bigger. She also shares tips and strategies that help overing a mindset of self-doubt.   In this episode, you will learn the following:1. How to have a vision for your life and your business.2. How to set priorities and stick to them.3. Why first quarter goals are the easiest achieve and how to use it to your advantage.   Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR    Other episodes you’ll enjoy: C-Suite Goal Setting: How To Create A Roadmap For Your Career Success - http://bit.ly/3XwI55n Natalya Berdikyan: Investing in Yourself to Serve Others on Apple Podcasts - http://bit.ly/3ZMx8yw Questions to Guarantee You Accomplish Your Goals - http://bit.ly/3QASvym See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you striving for success and happiness in your business? Natalya Berdikyan is here to share how Energy Management Transformation can help you achieve the fulfillment and contentment you desire.   In this episode, you will learn the following:1. What is the power of the networking, and how can it help us achieve our goals?2. Why is it critical for leaders to understand and manage their energy?3. How can we create a sense of fulfillment and joy regardless of external circumstances, and what are the steps we need to take to get there?   Natalya Berdikyan is a successful serial entrepreneur, avid traveler and CEO of Life By Design. Through her work, she helps individuals and organizations grow beyond borders and boundaries, increasing their energy, well-being and leadership ability. Natalia's journey has taken her to 6 different countries, 25 times in 25 years, and has enabled her to discover her true self by questioning the status quo and embracing change. Through her work, she helps people navigate through challenging situations in life and business, and encourages them to start with the who, the why, the what and the how to find the energy and fulfillment that comes with self-discovery. She helps her clients understand that they can take control of their lives and make a positive impact on the world.   You can connect with Natalya in the following ways: Website: www.lifebydesign-academy.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalyaberdikyan   Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR    Other episodes you’ll enjoy: C-Suite Goal Setting: How To Create A Roadmap For Your Career Success - http://bit.ly/3XwI55n Steven Blue: Silent Business Killers that Cause CEO Burnout - http://bit.ly/3WZWvuN Three Questions to Guarantee You Accomplish Your Goals - http://bit.ly/3QASvym See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Deborah shares the framework you need to create milestones on your journey to success. Listen in as Deborah reveals the common issues with goal-setting that can distract you from progress, how to find a clear path toward your next milestone, and how she’s simplifying her own goals in the new year.   Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week business transformation expert Steven Blue shares how he helps individuals empower their teams and create sustainable solutions in times of change. Listen in as Deborah and Steven discuss being a creative problem solver, identifying the qualifications you need to become part of the C-Suite, how to find opportunities in the jobs no one else wants, and why you need to be comfortable with failure to be successful. Steven also shares the biggest silent business killers that wreak havoc on the C-Suite and the biggest difference between being a CEO and any other executive leader.   Steven Blue is President & CEO of Miller Ingenuity, an international manufacturer of high technology products that save lives and preserves the environment.   Steven has published five books that teach senior leaders and CEOs how to increase profit, take market share, and destroy competition. His third book was co-authored by Jack Canfield and was an immediate best-seller. His most recent book, Metamorphosis: From Rust-Belt to High-Technology in a 21st Century World, details exactly how any low technology company can enter the world of high technology and high-profit products. He created and authored the League of Extraordinary CEO series, a monthly CEO advice column in the American City Business Journals.   He is a highly-acclaimed keynote speaker. He has addressed audiences at Harvard Business School, The United Nations, Carnegie Hall, The Safe America Foundation, Industry Week, The World Safe Summit, CEO Clubs International and Medtronic Corporation. His leadership insights have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Fox News, Fox Business Channel, CNN, CNBC, Forbes, Fortune, CEO World, Business Week and Success Magazines.   Steven serves as CEO-in-Residence at Winona State University. He holds a B.S. Degree from the State University of New York and an MBA from Regis University.   You can connect with Steven in the following ways: Website: https://www.stevenlblue.com Company: https://www.milleringenuity.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/stevenlblue Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StevenLBlue Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenblue    Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re kicking off the new year with a goal setting conversation you need to hear if you have big dreams on the horizon of 2023. Listen in as Deborah shares the three key areas you need to focus on in order to create a strategy that guarantees success. Deborah also shares how to create a theme around your goals and how she plans to simplify in the upcoming months ahead.   Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Grant Anderson shares how his experience working in aeronautics helped him learn the foundations of innovative leadership. Listen in as Deborah and Grant discuss how college impacted his leadership skills inside and outside the classroom, why having a mentor is necessary for individual growth, and simple strategies you can implement today to increase open communication with your team.   Mr. Anderson co-founded Paragon in 1993. From the time of the company’s inception until fall 2014, he was the VP of Engineering and Chief Engineer. He was responsible for the design and implementation of not only many of Paragon’s technical achievements, but also its processes of engineering innovation in a stepped approach of requirements, design, build, test and delivery. This process has been cited by many customers as unique, disciplined and highly productive. As his background includes not only technical but financial and managerial training as well, he has held diverse positions at Paragon including Treasurer/Secretary, CFO, Sr. VP of Operations, Chief Operating Officer and Director of Manufacturing.A sought-after speaker, he is recognized as a leader in the life support in extreme environments field, Mr. Anderson has led the systems and conceptual design of multiple spacecraft under contract to Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Sierra Nevada Corporation, Space X, NASA, Inspiration Mars Foundation and others. Prior to launching Paragon, Mr. Anderson was the design lead at Lockheed Martin for the International Space Station Solar Array Panels.Mr. Anderson holds two degrees from Stanford University in Mechanical Engineering (B.S.) and Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering (M.S.) and is a registered Professional Engineer in the state of California.   You can connect with Grant in the following ways: Website: www.paragonsdc.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paragonsdc/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ParagonSDCYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQEzDQyp66cf2vaMTZvzzDA   Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Deborah shares her end of year reflections and encourages you to focus on the three metrics that matter most when creating a plan for the year ahead. Listen in as she discusses how to adapt your goals throughout the year, how to let go of goals that no longer serve you, and the importance of focusing on True North when looking at results.   Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode Hersh Rephun shares the importance of focusing on empathy, humor, and truth when creating a memorable message. Listen in as Deborah and Hersh discuss how improvisational humor relates to branding, finding your core message, and how Hersh helped Bear Paw create an accessible message that scaled customer relationships and revenue in the billions.   With dual chops in comedy and advertising, Hersh Rephun has enjoyed an eclectic career spanning two decades as a writer / brand storyteller, and as a standup comedian playing gigs across the country.Hersh often uses humor to humanize brands. Empathy and accessibility are the hallmarks of his work. Above all, as a brand storyteller, Hersh operates on one simple principle: sell the truth.His clients include changemakers, market leaders, agencies, institutions, production companies, and Oscar-winning filmmakers.Host of the YES, BRAND and Truth Tastes Funny podcasts, Hersh has toured the country performing in venues such as The Comedy Store, StandUp NY, Comic Strip Live, Funny Bone, and The Ice House.He’s guided clients and colleagues in a host of social action campaigns. In 2021, he and Isack Fadlon formally launched KOSHER, a streetwear brand committed to goodwill, inclusion, and equity.   You can connect with Hersh in the following ways: Website: www.getmessagetherapy.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hershrephun/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hersh4all/   Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

: On today’s episode Gary Kooper shares the importance of empowering employees to embrace their passion and create more leaders within organizations. Listen in as Deborah and Gary discuss strategies for motivating your team, the importance of family support, and how three decades in the leadership experience inspired him to create an academy for future leaders.   Gary Kooper is a proven and skilled Leader, Trainer, Coach, Mentor, Speaker, and Author. He has spent his professional career in the Industrial and Consumer packaging industry leading multiple world class business functions and teams for one of the largest packaging companies in the world. Throughout his tenure Gary and his teams were able to bring about world class operational improvements as well as meet the needs of the most demanding consumer and industrial packaging organizations in the world.   His determination to achieve business results through process discipline and the pursuit of excellence would earn him Director roles leading some of the most talented manufacturing leaders in the industry. Gary’s various roles provided him the opportunity to travel the globe spending time in 180 factories, training, developing, and building his teams. Through this experience Gary has learned that leaders who engage, inspire, and build trust have the biggest impact on the most important individuals of any organization…. The Front Line.   Gary has utilized his leadership experience, operational experience, mentoring experience, and coaching experience, to help shape and influence many individuals and teams professionally and outside his organization. Gary led his team to historic performance during the pandemic despite extreme supply chain challenges, including labor and material shortages. Did it by creating a culture of creative problem solving, agility, and most of all teamwork, utilizing everyone’s talents.   The foundation of his message is “It’s Up To Me I Can Make a Difference” and it’s through his company, Kooper Leadership Academy, and its mission – “To engage the hearts and minds of individuals, empowering them to consider the value they bring to themselves and others on a daily basis” that he is creating and developing more leaders to help individuals, communities, and organizations become the best they can be. Gary has been married for 29 years, has 4 children, 1 granddaughter, and his life’s philosophy is “Every day is a great day some are just better than others”   You can connect with Gary in the following ways: Instagram:  @kooper_leadership_academy Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-kooper-689b3733/   Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode Michael Bourque shares how his passion for technology and engineering created an opportunity to teach others while facilitating his passion for leadership and building successful projects. Listen in as Deborah and Michael discuss how to identify an opportunity, asking the right questions, and influencing leadership to listen to your ideas. Michael also shares his best advice for creating a community within a team, and working toward a unified goal.   About Michael Bourque:   Michael is an inventor from Boston with more than 36 years of manufacturing experience on a mission to bring bold ideas to market. He has a vast background from industrial design through manufacturing and automation. Michael has a keen eye for quality, design, and user experience by being engaged at every stage in the process. No matter if its hardware, software, or both, he can help exceed expectations and advance the state of art.   You can connect with Michael via Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mbourque/   Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode Deborah breaks down the key questions you should ask yourself when assessing your needs and finding the right people to accomplish your goals. Listen in as Deborah discusses understanding the roles you need, the skills needed to lead a team, and how to find the confidence to embrace leadership. Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode David Wood shares the impact of difficult conversations on leaders and simple strategies we can utilize to create a greater impact. Listen in as Deborah and David discuss why we’re conditioned to hide information, the benefits (and downsides) of having no filter, and how to navigate a conversation with the outcome in mind.   About David Wood: After life as a consulting actuary to Fortune 100 Companies, David built the world’s largest coaching business, becoming #1 on Google for “life coaching”.He believes the tough conversations we avoid are our doorways to confidence, success and even love - in both work and life. David coaches high performing entrepreneurs, executives and teams - and even prison inmates - to amazing results AND connection. One conversation at a time.   You can connect with David in the following ways: Website: https://mouseintheroom.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/focus-ceoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ExtraordinaryFocuswithDavidWoodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/_focusceo/Twitter: https://twitter.com/_focusceoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/extraordinaryfocus   Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode burnout expert Cait Donovan shares insights into the personal boundaries and past experiences that set us up for burnout and how to move forward with purpose. Listen in as Deborah and Cait discuss assessing emotions, creating stronger boundaries, and dealing with resentment in a healthy way.   Cait Donovan is a Keynote speaker, one of New York City’s leading burnout experts, host of “Fried – The Burnout Podcast,” author of the book "The Bouncebackability Factor", and an acupuncturist with a master’s degree in Chinese medicine. Her creative burnout recovery solutions have been featured on podcasts and online magazines such as “Forbes”, “NPR,” and “The New York Post” and in companies such as Lululemon and Pepsico.   You can connect with Cait in the following ways: Website: https://www.caitdonovan.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/cait_donovanLinkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/caitdonovan   Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s episode is made for the executive working through a challenging transition. Albana Vrioni shares how her childhood growing up in Albania under dictatorship inspired her to help others navigate challenges and stay passionate in the face of change. Listen in as Deborah and Albana discuss why teams resist change, how to handle tough transitions, and how generative leadership works in a corporate setting.   Albana Vrioni is an Executive and Business Coach specializing in mission-critical transitions, and challenging situations. Her flagship program, Leading for future shaping, is conceived to support business leaders to succeed in transforming their businesses for sustainable growth on multiple bottom lines. She use a generative change process elevating generative intelligence and helping create a conscious leader in each game changer.Albana has accomplished an executive education at MIT on Digital Business Strategy, holds the Professional Certified Coach accreditation of ICF, and works with best-in-class leadership development coaching processes. Among the first 250 coaches worldwide certified in Conversational Intelligence, Albana holds an MBA from Solvay Business School, where she specialized in Strategy, an MSc in International Marketing & Strategy, and an MSc in Mechanical Engineering, where she specialized in Industrial Systems.   You can connect with Albana via Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/albanavrioni/ Learn more about Change Crowdsourcing: https://youtu.be/lX8sMFWJDcQ   Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Navigating conflict and hard conversations is a fine art in the C-Suite. Today Deborah breaks down the core strategy every executive needs to know when conflict arises within the team and why disagreements can actually be an opportunity for better understanding. Listen in as Deborah shares the framework for asking questions during conflict, how to have empathy in tough situations, and why seeking clarity of the outcome you want to achieve is critical for breaking tension and finding alignment.   Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode Andrew Kraft reveals how he created a path to the role of CEO by working in positions at every level, creating his own degree in leadership. Listen in as Deborah and Andrew discuss why becoming a COO was possible because of his prior roles, why he strives to never be the smartest person in the room, and the right questions to ask yourself to reach your next career milestone. Andrew also shares how you can use your current experiences to learn the communication strategies that truly prepare you for a C-Suite role.   Andrew Q. Kraft has served as Chief Operating Officer of The Arena Group since October 1, 2020. Mr. Kraft first joined us in December 2018 as Chief Revenue Officer and then Chief Venture Officer. He transitioned to a consulting role in early 2020 before rejoining the company as COO.Prior to his time at Arena, Mr. Kraft served as the “utility infielder” on the executive team at AppNexus (acquired by AT&T as part of Xandr) for seven years. Roles at AppNexus included head of business and corporate development, co-founder of the company’s publisher business, global head of ad sales, and interim Chief Financial Officer.Previous roles included Senior Vice President, AMP & Publisher Solutions for Collective, where he led business development for the company’s audience management and monetization platform, as well the Head of Revenue & Member Services for the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB).Mr. Kraft, who studied Physics and Theater at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology before leaving to help join the “web” business at Sapient, lives with his family in Hillsborough, NJ. He spends summers slow-cooking Texas-style BBQ and winters participating in curling tournaments throughout the Northeast.   You can connect with Andrew via his website: https://thearenagroup.net/   Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.