
Episode 23: From Coffee Shop Idea to Leadership Impact with George Valletti
Episode 23 From Coffee Shop Idea to Leadership Impact with George Valletti In this episode of Rise Up and Lead: Real Lessons, Real Stories, Real

Episode 23 From Coffee Shop Idea to Leadership Impact with George Valletti In this episode of Rise Up and Lead: Real Lessons, Real Stories, Real

I was driving to work on a routine morning when I passed my neighbor’s house on trash day. At first glance, nothing seemed unusual—until I

Episode 22: When Data Drives Leadership with Dr. Shanae Herron In this episode of Rise Up and Lead: Real Lessons, Real Stories, Real Talk, Dr.

Episode 21: When Helping Others Becomes Leadership with Tonika McElvin In this episode of Rise Up and Lead: Real Lessons, Real Stories, Real Talk, Dr.

I was on the Atlanta Plane Train, packed, shoulder to shoulder, during prime time travel hours—It was the kind of moment when everyone silently debates

Episode 20: Embracing Change and the Journey to Lead with Starlene Aydlett Ever felt like you didn’t set out to lead, but leadership found you

Episode 19: Embracing Leadership Beyond Comfort with Ellarese Harvey What happens when leadership finds you before you feel ready? In this episode, Ellarese Harvey opens

My word for 2026 is CLARITY Sometimes clarity shows up when you least expect it. When there’s no margin, closeness to the edge isn’t bravery

Episode 18: Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone and Embracing Growth with Jennifer Barker What if the courage to lead started with leaving your comfort

Episode 17: Finding Your Fit in Leadership with Stephen Lewis What does it really look like to be enlisted into leadership from the beginning, and