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Inspiring Women Leaders

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Episode 64 – Lorie Spence

Lorie Spence is on a mission to improve patient care. She is a clear-eyed strategist with a deep understanding of what healthcare professionals need to deliver better patient outcomes.Her exceptional ability to anticipate the future is balanced with a pragmatic approach to educating and informing healthcare practitioners in the here and now. She excels at identifying opportunities, quickly developing a deep understanding of a problem space and using that knowledge to push for ambitious strategies to solve real-world problems.As the co-founder, with business partner Carolyn Pritchard, of Bridge Medical Communications, she leads finance and business strategy for a growing organization dedicated to improving the connection between clinicians and patients.With more than 20 years of industry experience, she has a keen interest in giving healthcare professionals the tools to adapt and evolve with therapeutic advances. She backs that passion up with training as a Certified Facilitator and Coach, as well as having a Masters of Business Administration degree from Wilfred Laurier University. Lorie’s love of learning keeps her excited to put innovative tools in the hands of doctors and nurses to help them solve healthcare’s toughest challenges.Lorie is also a passionate advocate for business partnerships, having experienced firsthand how collaboration between equals can deliver results far beyond the sum of individual parts.In this episode, Lorie and I chat about:Her leadership roles Her leadership style Her leadership journey The leaders that helped her rise The challenges she faced on her journey How she navigated those challenges How she thinks you can become a strong and kind leader Her ‘take home’ leadership messages for the listeners, and What she is currently excited to be working on.Lorie can be found and contacted via the following online platform addresses:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorie-spence-35a30a16/Website: https://www.bridgemedcomms.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bridgemedcomms?igsh=MXdibXFvbGk0d2ttaw==Please reach out to Dr Harrison for individual coaching and/or organisational training via [email protected] web address and social media profile links / handles include:www.dradamharrison.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dradamharrison/www.youtube.com/c/DrAdamPhysicianCoachhttps://www.facebook.com/coachingmentoringdoctors/https://www.instagram.com/dradamharrison/
December 12, 2024

Episode 63 – Ruchira Chaudhary

Ruchira Chaudhary is an author, educator, coach, and consultant who straddles the corporate and academic worlds. With over two decades of experience in emerging markets, she is a leading executive coach, adjunct faculty at several top-tier business schools, and runs a boutique consulting firm focused on organizational strategy solutions.Here are a few highlights about Ruchira:Author of the acclaimed book "Coaching: The Secret Code to Uncommon Leadership";Expert in coaching, leadership development, and organizational strategy; and,Recipient of several awards in the field of women’s leadership.In this episode, Ruchira and I chat about:Her leadership roles Her leadership style Her leadership journey The leaders that helped her rise The challenges she faced on her journey How she navigated those challenges How she thinks you can become a strong and kind leader Her ‘take home’ leadership messages for the listeners, and What she is currently excited to be working on.Ruchira can be found and contacted via the following online platform addresses:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruchira-chaudhary-89757b/Coaching: The Secret Code to Uncommon Leadershiphttps://ruchirachaudhary.com/resources/#emeritusPlease reach out to Dr Harrison for individual coaching and/or organisational training via [email protected] web address and social media profile links / handles include:www.dradamharrison.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dradamharrison/www.youtube.com/c/DrAdamPhysicianCoachhttps://www.facebook.com/coachingmentoringdoctors/https://www.instagram.com/dradamharrison/
November 20, 2024

Episode 62 – Tammy Klotz

Tammy Klotz is a highly accomplished cybersecurity executive leader with over 30 years of experience in the field. Here are a few highlights about her:She is a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and is Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC);She was awarded the 2022 'Covanta Leadership Award' and named a Top 100 CISO by Cyber Defense Magazine in 2023;She is the author of 'Leading with Empathy & Grace' (see Amazon link below); and,She has expertise in building high-performing teams, embracing empathy and grace in the corporate world, and developing resilience as a single mother, daughter, and partner.In this episode, Tammy and I chatted about:Her leadership roles Her leadership style Her leadership journey The leaders that helped her rise The challenges she faced on her journey How she navigated those challenges How she thinks you can become a strong and kind leader Her ‘take home’ leadership messages for the listeners, and What she is currently excited to be working on.Tammy can be found and contacted via the following online platform addresses:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammyklotz/'Leading with Empathy and Grace': https://www.amazon.com/Leading-Empathy-Grace-Developing-Performing/dp/1950336573/ref=sr_1_1?crid=89R60ZSIF08K&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.S1QtpoO2Zxp48z19sr0o2cSqAraubuMEwXVZgJKzIh4-QOFUtt-CGSnaZ7rN49aEmGWC4upYPARs92MgOuuHql8_v-zFzX_yYU60YMbnp7UIPddhCNYRnSoz1RCIS8-pSrsVj4H5KMk9rpTgyO3WtEvZvD4mwcSwk6nb-nY3AX6M9waovQa3s-FhRtOv2BSSlJTOShJdqJOpUCM9Y6kh_gakF0yLa3rak5RX6J5UybU.74FwhLAlPGPECxqY9j4Zy1zj9zwYlNGKx2_mTXukyLM&dib_tag=se&keywords=leading+with+empathy+and+grace+book&qid=1730977510&sprefix=leading+with+empathy+and+%2Caps%2C399&sr=8-1Please reach out to Dr Harrison for individual coaching and/or organisational training via [email protected] web address and social media profile links / handles include:www.dradamharrison.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dradamharrison/www.youtube.com/c/DrAdamPhysicianCoachhttps://www.facebook.com/coachingmentoringdoctors/https://www.instagram.com/dradamharrison/
November 7, 2024

Episode 61 – Cathryn Dhanatya

Spanning academic, non-profit, philanthropic giving, and private business, Dr Cathryn Dhanatya is a seasoned C-Suite executive and entrepreneur that leverages her vast and varied experiences in operations, management, governance, and fundraising, to build capacity, develop and execute strategy, and executive mentoring and coaching for non-profit and start-up leadership whose organizations provide services and products that benefit the social good. As a keynote speaker, she has spoken on topics including disruption in the non-profit space, giving for impact, fundraising strategy, servant leadership, diversity equity and inclusion, career transitions, careers in higher education and research, and the Asian American professional experience.In this episode, Cathryn and I chatted about:Her leadership roles Her leadership style Her leadership journey The leaders that helped her rise The challenges she faced on her journey How she navigated those challenges How she thinks you can become a strong and kind leader Her ‘take home’ leadership messages for the listeners, and What she is currently excited to be working on.Cathryn can be found and contacted via the following online platform addresses:Website: https://www.growinggoodinc.comEmail: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathryn-dhanatya/Please reach out to Dr Harrison for individual coaching and/or organisational training via [email protected] web address and social media profile links / handles include:www.dradamharrison.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dradamharrison/www.youtube.com/c/DrAdamPhysicianCoachhttps://www.facebook.com/coachingmentoringdoctors/https://www.instagram.com/dradamharrison/
October 23, 2024

Episode 60 – Lisa Conte

Lisa Conte is the founder, President and CEO of Jaguar Health, a San Francisco-based commercial-stage biopharma company with a core focus on cancer supportive care.Her recent first-hand experience with cancer and numerous chemotherapy-related side effects, further drove home for her the importance of quality of life among patients with life-threatening illnesses.In 2021, Pure Earth, an international non-profit organization that leads the global fight to reduce disease-causing pollution, awarded Lisa an Impact Award, for her unrelenting commitment to supporting Indigenous communities in the Amazon and responsibly harvesting and commercializing the first-ever plant-based oral medicine approved under FDA Botanical Guidance, over a thirty-year period!In this episode, Lisa and I chatted about:Her leadership roles Her leadership style Her leadership journey The leaders that helped her rise The challenges she faced on her journey How she navigated those challenges How she thinks you can become a strong and kind leader Her ‘take home’ leadership messages for the listeners, and What she is currently excited to be working on.Lisa can be found and contacted via the following online platform addresses:Website: https://jaguar.health/Email: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-conte-1941062/Please reach out to Dr Harrison for individual coaching and/or organisational training via [email protected] web address and social media profile links / handles include:www.dradamharrison.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dradamharrison/www.youtube.com/c/DrAdamPhysicianCoachhttps://www.facebook.com/coachingmentoringdoctors/https://www.instagram.com/dradamharrison/
September 26, 2024

Episode 59 – Jenna Capozzi

Jenna Capozzi is the founder of ELEV8PWR who has over 30 years of C-level executive experience, having led innovative projects for global brands such as Samsung, Target, and BMW, and having produced many notable films and TV shows.Transitioning from the spotlight of Hollywood as an award-winning producer, to empowering the next generation of leaders, she leverages her extensive background to guide individuals toward impactful leadership. Her mission is to nurture leaders ready to make a significant difference, utilizing her vast achievements in entertainment and advertising, coupled with her passion for helping others achieve their goals with confidence and clarity. As an executive mentor, she's the secret weapon you never knew you needed—a master at turning dreams into reality and making waves in your industry. Forget the tired old tactics and stuffy boardrooms; Jenna's all about creating leaders to make a real change. With her refreshingly down-to-earth approach, she teaches Women Leaders how to stand out from the crowd and make their mark.In this episode, Jenna and I chatted about:Her leadership roles Her leadership style Her leadership journey The leaders that helped her rise The challenges she faced on her journey How she navigated those challenges How she thinks you can become a strong and kind leader Her ‘take home’ leadership messages for the listeners, and What she is currently excited to be working on.Jenna can be found and contacted via the following online platform addresses:Website: https://www.jennacapozzi.com/Instagram: @jennacapozzi_retreatsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennacapozzi/Please reach out to Dr Harrison for individual coaching and/or organisational training via [email protected] web address and social media profile links / handles include:www.dradamharrison.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dradamharrison/www.youtube.com/c/DrAdamPhysicianCoachhttps://www.facebook.com/coachingmentoringdoctors/https://www.instagram.com/dradamharrison/
September 11, 2024

Episode 58 – Taffi Schurz

Taffi Schurz is the Managing Director of the Central North Regional Division of Consilio. Taffi brings over 15 years of legal solution expertise. With prior Vice President roles in operations, software development, and sales, she excels in leadership, having led teams generating $250M+ in revenue and overseeing billion-dollar M&A projects.Taffi holds a Master’s degree in Organizational Communication, is certified in Lean Six Sigma and PMP (the gold-standard Project Management certificate), and is a sought-after industry speaker.In this episode, Taffi and I chatted about:Her leadership roles Her leadership style Her leadership journey The leaders that helped her rise The challenges she faced on her journey How she navigated those challenges How she thinks you can become a strong and kind leader Her ‘take home’ leadership messages for the listeners, and What she is currently excited to be working on.Taffi can be found and contacted via the following online platform addresses:Email: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taffitaschurz/Please reach out to Dr Harrison for individual coaching and/or organisational training via [email protected] web address and social media profile links / handles include:www.dradamharrison.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dradamharrison/www.youtube.com/c/DrAdamPhysicianCoachhttps://www.facebook.com/coachingmentoringdoctors/https://www.instagram.com/dradamharrison/
August 28, 2024

Episode 57 – Jenny Mitchell, DMA

Dr Jenny Mitchell, DMA, is the Chief Visionary Officer of Chavender, a dynamic speaker, executive coach, fundraising professional, and host of the Underdog Leadership podcast.Committed to nurturing the next generation of leaders, Jenny works closely with not-for-profit leaders to change the world one mission at a time. Her influence extends to hundreds of CEOs, executive directors, and board members, assisting notable organizations such as the McMichael Canadian Art Collection and the University of Ottawa in raising millions for charitable causes.Jenny released her new book, 'Embracing Ambition: Empowering Women to Step Out, Be Seen, and Lead' (March 8, 2024, Mimbress Press, https://chavender.com/product/embracing-ambition-paperback/), which unites twelve exceptional women leaders with one common goal: to share their leadership stories as a mentorship resource for the next generation of women leaders. From nonprofit pioneers to corporate strategists and from entrepreneurs (like President & CEO of Girl Scouts in the Heart of PA Janet Donovan) to educators, the book illuminates women whose experiences represent a diverse cross-section of industries and roles.In this episode, Jenny and I chatted about:Her leadership roles Her leadership style Her leadership journey The leaders that helped her rise The challenges she faced on her journey How she navigated those challenges How she thinks you can become a strong and kind leader Her ‘take home’ leadership messages for the listeners, and What she is currently excited to be working on.Jenny can be found and contacted via the following online platform addresses:Website: https://www.chavender.com'The Penthouse' - A Mastermind for Ambitious Women Leaders: https://chavender.com/the-penthouse/Email: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chavender/Please reach out to Dr Harrison for individual coaching and/or organisational training via [email protected] web address and social media profile links / handles include:www.dradamharrison.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dradamharrison/www.youtube.com/c/DrAdamPhysicianCoachhttps://www.facebook.com/coachingmentoringdoctors/https://www.instagram.com/dradamharrison/
August 14, 2024
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Inspiring Women Leaders

'Inspiring Women Leaders' aims to showcase the extensive leadership knowledge and practical skills of its incredible female guests and to both inspire and educate its listeners, helping them acquire the know-how necessary to become better leaders themselves.

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Adam Harrison

Adam Harrison

Dr Adam is a family physician, lawyer and leadership coach who, as a result of his personal experiences, specialises in confidence and mindset coaching for professionals who have been on the receiving end of workplace bullying.

As a former medical director, he also helps leaders of organisations develop kind leadership cultures based on the compassionate, servant and inclusive ('human-centred') leadership model paradigms.

The underpinning philosophy to both his workplace bullying and detoxifying toxic cultures work, is mental and physical wellbeing, so he does a lot of work in that arena too.

He strongly believes in doing work aligned with his core values (honesty, justice, gratitude, love and humour) and he believes that shines through in his work.

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