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12/03/2024

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🔹 : Eric Traupe, Former CIA Assistant Director; Sue Gordon, Former Top-Ranking Intelligence Officer

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11/28/2024

Happy from all of us at Leading Authorities 🧡

This year, we’re especially for the incredible people we have the privilege to work with, serve, and represent, as well as the amazing events we’ve hosted, collaborated on, and attended.

From our family to yours, we’re grateful for your partnership and support. Here’s to an outstanding 2025 ahead!

11/27/2024

Leadership and expert Lisa Jaster, the first female Army reservist to graduate from the Ranger School, recently shared how her groundbreaking achievement has transformed perceptions of and emphasized veterans’ ongoing dedication to community improvement:

In honor of Veterans Day, an event featuring the first female Army reservist to graduate Ranger School was held Monday at Grand Valley State University's downtown campus.

11/26/2024

Sue Gordon, former Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence, recently joined fellow LAI exclusive speaker Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation to discuss the pressing challenges facing U.S. and transitions: https://cbsn.ws/4i3lSqm

The following is a transcript of an interview with Sue Gordon, principal deputy director of National Intelligence in the first Trump administration, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Nov. 17, 2024.

11/15/2024

Noelle Russell, founder of the Leadership Institute, recently headlined DC Startup Week with a on AI and business. The American Bazaar highlighted her talk, where Russell shared personal stories and strategies for creating ethical, inclusive AI solutions:

From personal struggles to professional triumphs, the AI Leadership Institute founder urges entrepreneurs to harness the power of AI while prioritizing ethics, inclusivity, and human values.

11/14/2024

Michael Morell, former Deputy Director of the CIA, recently launched a MasterClass on leadership and critical thinking. Entrepreneur recapped the course, where Morell shared strategies he used in high-pressure situations, like briefing President Bush on 9/11 and negotiating in North Korea:

The CIA's former deputy director Michael Morell knows how to perform under pressure. He shares leadership lessons and how to use body language to detect a lie.

11/13/2024

Managing director of the Upwork Research Institute Kelly Monahan shared on #2025 workplace in a recent HR Executive article. Monahan predicted a shift in focus from return-to-office debates to how work is done, emphasizing the growing role of AI, freelancers, and flexible talent strategies: https://bit.ly/3YvZs8v

11/13/2024

Happy National Day of ! To celebrate, our LAI team had the honor of being the first group of in SOME’s newly opened kitchen & facilities. On its very first day in operation, we helped pack over 300 snack packages for SOME’s guests and prepared items in the Bill Foster Room, a meaningful space dedicated to .

We are proud to support SOME’s mission and contribute to their important work in our community.

11/11/2024

Happy ! Today, we honor the brave men & women who have served our country with courage and dedication. It's a true privilege to work alongside these incredible veterans, amplifying their and sharing their powerful # stories on stages around the world. 🌍🎙️ Thank you for your service and for continuing to inspire audiences everywhere. 🙌💙

11/07/2024

Amy Webb, world-renowned and of the Future Today Institute recently delivered a in Paris urging HR to embrace uncertainty as they navigate the rapidly evolving technology landscape, emphasizing the need for organizations to adopt a "What if?" mindset:

World-renowned quantitative futurist Amy Webb delivered an electric keynote at this year’s UNLEASH World in Paris, packed with learnings and advice for HR leaders about how to face a future of uncertainty with confidence and curiosity.

11/06/2024

and scientist Hakeem Oluseyi was recently spotlighted in a Science News article for his podcast, Does It Fly?, which blends rigorous analysis with engaging , breaking down how these concepts stack up against current scientific knowledge to offer listeners a fascinating look at the intersection of science fiction and reality: https://bit.ly/3YmuXBG

11/05/2024

Chief political Chuck Todd recently penned this NBC News article to provide on the closing strategies of Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump as the race enters its final phase:

Analysis: The campaigns appear to agree that the final persuadable voters are right-leaning people who don't like Trump personally but are skeptical of Harris' perceived liberal politics.

11/04/2024

We wrapped up with a spooky twist last week, celebrating with some fun costumes and team bonding at the ! It was the perfect way to close out the month and get into the spirit for the final stretch of the year. Here’s to making the last few months count! 🎃👻

10/30/2024

Retired U.S. Rear Admiral Mike Studeman recently joined a virtual discussion with the CSIS International Security Program to discuss themes from his new , Might of the Chain: Forging Leaders of Iron Integrity. In the conversation, Studeman outlined the book's focus on the core principles of effective , emphasizing how to inspire and achieve team success through : https://bit.ly/3BN64HL

10/29/2024

Former White House official and former acting U.S. National Cyber Director Kemba Walden recently discussed a Secure Code Warrior with NextGov, revealing that fewer than 4% of global software developers are trained in secure-by-design (SBD) principles, and stressed the urgent need to expand SBD training across industries to help reduce vulnerabilities in critical digital infrastructure:

The analysis, conducted by Secure Code Warrior, is supported by former White House cybersecurity officials Kemba Walden and Chris Inglis.

10/28/2024

Widely respected political at POLITICO Jonathan Martin recently spoke with The National Review about how his upbringing in Arlington, VA, and his love of history shaped his . He reflected on the impact of on and expressed skepticism about the term "the media" today: https://bit.ly/4fcpqVh

10/24/2024

Katie Ledecky, the most decorated U.S. female , recently spoke at a conference, sharing on her legendary career and setting. Swimming World Magazine re-capped the as she compared her approach to the scientific method: set a hypothesis, create a plan, and adjust based on results: https://bit.ly/3NvvKLz

10/23/2024

Forbes’ Hall of Fame inductee Marisa Thalberg has been appointed as JCPenney’s Chief Marketing Officer, a key move in the retailer’s $1 billion turnaround . Marketing Dive reported on the announcement, emphasizing Thalberg’s focus on strengthening brand and building connections with consumers to drive JCPenney’s revitalization: https://bit.ly/4eX0cKg