Inspiring Women Leaders

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/

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/

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/

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/

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/

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/

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/

Dr Jo Sinclair is an Anaesthetist with a career-long interest in doctors’ health and wellbeing. In early 2020 she was appointed the Senior Medical Officer Wellbeing Lead at Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau, and in that role has been instrumental in bringing Schwartz Rounds to the organisation and developing a Stress First Aid training programme. She was also the hospital lead for the Health Roundtable Workforce Wellbeing Improvement Group. In 2022, Jo was seconded into the role of Interim National Clinical Lead for Employee Wellbeing for Te Whatu Ora Health NZ. She works collaboratively with colleagues in the People and Communications Team to begin shifting the organisational culture to one that supports healthcare workers to thrive at work. In 2023, she attended the Stanford Chief Wellbeing Officer Course in San Francisco to further her capability in this area. Jo has undertaken additional training in coaching and mentoring, critical incident stress management, leadership and communication. She is an Associate Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators and has been co-chair of the ANZCA Wellbeing Special Interest Group.In this episode, Jo 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.Jo can be found and contacted via the following online platform addresses:Email: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanna-sinclair-92a8bb1b3/X (Twitter): https://x.com/josinclanz (@josinclanz)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/