INFAWORK Insights: Lessons in Leadership

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   1. INFAWORK INSIGHTS: Haroon Mokhtarzada

   In episode 8 of INFAWORK INSIGHTS, we sit down with Haroon Mokhtarzada, a Harvard Law graduate turned unicorn founder, serial entrepreneur and angel investor.  Haroon shares his incredible journey from founding Webs.com, a platform that grew to 50 million users before being acquired by Vistaprint, to co-founding Truebill, which was later rebranded as Rocket Money after its acquisition by Rocket Companies.We delve into Haroon's early life, including his early years spent in Afghanistan and the in

   Jun 28,2024 38:34
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   2. INFAWORK INSIGHTS: Tiffany R. Warren

   Join us for episode 7 of INFAWORK INSIGHTS as we welcome Tiffany R. Warren, the Executive Vice President and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer for Sony Music Group. With over 24 years of experience in fostering diversity, Tiffany shares her journey from founding AdColor to leading significant diversity initiatives at Omnicom Group and Sony Music Group.In an engaging conversation, Tiffany discusses her early leadership experiences, the concept of "heart leadership," and the importance of auth

   Jun 21,2024 36:07
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   3. INFAWORK INSIGHTS: Stephen Scoville

   On this special Father's Day episode of INFAWORK INSIGHTS, I have the privilege of interviewing my father, Stephen Scoville, a successful automobile dealer in upstate New York. He's not only my father but also my first boss, coach, and the first person I looked up to as a leader. We discuss his journey growing up in the automobile industry, the experiences that shaped his career, and the valuable lessons he learned from his father. Stephen shares insights into the importance of hard work, the ch

   Jun 14,2024 28:51
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   4. INFAWORK INSIGHTS: Tex Tourais

   Leadership isn't confined to boardrooms and business suits. In this episode, we explore the world of education with Tex Tourais, an inspiring 11th and 12th grade English teacher at Mary Institute and Country Day School in St. Louis, Missouri. Tex isn't just shaping academic minds; he’s molding character in the classroom and as a athletic coach, emphasizing perseverance, teamwork, and dedication.As we pivot from our usual focus on business leaders, Tex offers a refreshing perspective on leadershi

   Jun 07,2024 46:38
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   5. INFAWORK INSIGHTS: Mariana Atencio

   In episode 4 of INFAWORK INSIGHTS, join us in a heartening conversation with Peabody award-winning journalist and author, Mariana Atencio. Venezuelan-born and globally recognized, Atencio shares riveting insights into her journey from a leading NBC News correspondent to a successful podcast host, as well as the founder of GoLike, a boutique media company.We delve into her courageous decision to leave her prestigious role at NBC, stepping into the unknown to forge her own path. Discussing her per

   May 31,2024 31:50
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   6. INFAWORK INSIGHTS: Frederick Hutson

   In episode 3 of INFAWORK INSIGHTS, we invite you to dive into the life-changing tale of Frederick Hutson, co-founder and CEO of Pigeonly. Frederick’s personal journey takes a unique path, starting in the U.S. Air Force, venturing on to entrepreneurship, setbacks in prison and then evolving into ingenious leadership. He sheds light on how his time in incarceration forced him to take responsibility for his actions, leading to immense personal growth and the conception of his social entrepreneurial

   May 24,2024 45:05
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   7. INFAWORK INSIGHTS: Ukonwa Ojo

   Our second episode of INFAWORK INSIGHTS features Ukonwa Ojo, the empowered CEO with a rich 25-year background in global leadership roles. Raised in Nigeria, Ojo narrates her inspirational journey, detailing her rise in multi-billion dollar corporations. This aspect of the discussion focuses on her tenure as Global Chief Marketing Officer and U.S. General Manager for Amazon Prime Video and Studios, and her invaluable time at premier beauty brands like MAC Cosmetics and Cody Consumer Beauty.While

   May 17,2024 43:16
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   8. INFAWORK INSIGHTS: Dr. Peter Boumgarden

   Engage in an enriching conversation with Dr. Peter Boumgarden, the revered Koch Professor of Practice for Family Enterprise and Director of the Koch Center for Family Enterprise at Washington University, in our debut episode of INFAWORK INSIGHTS. Unfurl the codes of leadership, aspiration, and determination that shape personal and professional journeys and navigate through the ethos of leadership with compelling stories and experiences.

   May 09,2024 34:01