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Roar with Lakecia GunterThe Real Rules of Power: How to Lead, Influence, and Rise—Without Waiting for PermissionIn this power-packed episode of ROAR, Lakecia Gunter sits down with world-renowned Stanford professor and leadership expert Dr. Jeffrey Pfeffer to unpack the truth about power—what it is, how it works, and why it’s essential to your career success. Together, they break down the misconceptions about power being manipulative or negative and reframe it as a necessary tool for creating change. Dr. Pfeffer challenges listeners to embrace ambition, build influence, and understand the real dynamics of leadership and success in modern workplaces.From why likability is overrated to how to build your personal brand and...2025-06-1044 minRoar with Lakecia GunterChallenging the ‘No’: Redefining Leadership, Legacy, and Embracing the Future with Stephanie LeBlanc-GodfreyIn this powerful episode of ROAR, host Lakecia Gunter sits down with Stephanie LeBlanc-Godfrey, tech executive at Google and founder of Mother AI. Together, they dive deep into what it means to challenge societal narratives, embrace cultural roots, and rewrite personal and professional scripts. Stephanie shares her inspiring journey from growing up in Brooklyn with strong Trinidadian roots to becoming a tech leader, entrepreneur, and Broadway executive producer. She offers candid insights into resilience, community, and the role of mentorship in navigating the often challenging landscape of tech and leadership.Stephanie also discusses the creation of...2025-04-3059 min
The Art of the StorySaxophonist Lakecia Benjamin and guests to perform at 92NYOn this episode of The Art of the Story, Lakecia Benjamin talks about the importance of Gary Bartz and how her New York roots helped shaped her career2025-04-2403 minRoar with Lakecia GunterIntentional Attention: The Power Move That Can Transform Your Life and CareerIn this powerful episode of the ROAR Podcast, Lakecia Gunter sits down with Shelmina Babai Abji—bestselling author, former IBM VP, and founder of ShowYourWorth.ai—to explore the transformative concept of intentional attention. From humble beginnings in Tanzania to becoming a global thought leader, Shelmina shares how learning to focus on what truly matters propelled her career forward and enriched her life.Together, they discuss how defining success on your own terms, setting healthy boundaries, building meaningful relationships, and cultivating deep reflection can drive both personal and professional growth. This conversation is packed with actionable stra...2025-04-1546 min
La Montaña Rusa Radio JazzLa Montaña Rusa 15.2025. Lakecia Benjamin; Victor Gould; VA Strata-East: The Legacy Begins; Kristjan Randalu; Biel Harper; Lowcountry; Vasilis Xenopoulos & Paul Edis Quartet; Nick Storring.En este episodio de La Montaña Rusa, hemos escuchado y comentado la música de:Lakecia Benjamin. Phoenix revisited, Live (2024)Victor Gould. In Our Time (2021)VA. Strata-East: The Legacy Begins (2025)Kristjan Randalu New Wind Jazz Orchestra. Sisu (2022)Biel Harper. Ocell (2025)Lowcountry. Lowcountry (2023)Vasilis Xenopoulos & Paul Edis Quartet. Feels Like Home (2024)Nick Storring. Mirante (2025)2025-04-131h 27La Montaña Rusa Radio JazzLa Montaña Rusa 15.2025. Lakecia Benjamin; Victor Gould; VA Strata-East: The Legacy Begins; Kristjan Randalu; Biel Harper; Lowcountry; Vasilis Xenopoulos & Paul Edis Quartet; Nick Storring.En este episodio de La Montaña Rusa, hemos escuchado y comentado la música de:Lakecia Benjamin. Phoenix revisited, Live (2024)Victor Gould. In Our Time (2021)VA. Strata-East: The Legacy Begins (2025)Kristjan Randalu New Wind Jazz Orchestra. Sisu (2022)Biel Harper. Ocell (2025)Lowcountry. Lowcountry (2023)Vasilis Xenopoulos & Paul Edis Quartet. Feels Like Home (2024)Nick Storring. Mirante (2025)2025-04-131h 27Roar with Lakecia GunterMentorship in the Age of AI: The Power of Connecting for Career GrowthIn this powerful episode of ROAR, host Lakecia Gunter sits down with Rachel Skaff—Head of North America Partner Sales at AWS and a longtime champion for mentorship and inclusive leadership. From her roots in civil engineering to driving cloud innovation at one of the world’s most influential tech companies, Rachel shares her inspiring journey and the life lessons she’s picked up along the way. She opens up about how mentorship shaped her career pivots and why building authentic relationships can unlock personal and professional growth.Together, Lakecia and Rachel dive into the evolving role o...2025-04-0136 min
Cocktail de Ébano.Cocktail de Ébano, programa 47 x 7.Nuestro menú de hoy:
01 2025 Hope & Love - THE POCKET QUEEN.
02 2025 Out That Order - NEW BOUNCE COLLECTIVE.
03 2024 Quiet Streets - MYKE MAVILLE.
04 2025 Empire (feat. John Carroll Kirby) -EDDIE CHACÓN.
05 2025 Bells Are Ringing - Single Edit - MONDO FREAKS.
06 2025 Be Thankful For What You’ve Got - SMOKEY ROBINSON.
07 2025 Can You Tell - VULFPECK.
08 2025 Must Have Known - TAKUYA KURODA.
09 2018 Flashback - LAKECIA BENJAMIN.
10 2012 LAKECIA BENJAMIN - SOULSQUAD.
11 2024 Mercy - (Live) - LAKECIA BENJAMIN.
12 2019 Getaway Gold (feat. Rose Gold) - .THEO CROKER.
13 2023 No Sun - TRAP RABBIT.
¡Salud! / Cheers! 🍸2025-03-2059 minRoar with Lakecia GunterThe Power of AI and Authentic Human Connection with Jenna LangeIn this insightful episode of ROAR, I sit down with communication expert Jenna Lange to explore the intersection of AI and authentic human connection. They delve into the art of high-stakes communication, the critical role of storytelling, and how leaders can adapt in an AI-driven world while maintaining authenticity. Jenna shares her personal journey, her key lessons learned in executive communication, and why building genuine relationships is more vital than ever in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.With AI increasingly shaping our interactions, Jenna and Lakecia discuss how to balance efficiency with meaningful connection. They unpack...2025-03-1139 minRoar with Lakecia GunterBreaking Barriers in Leadership & Tech: My Conversation with Merline SaintilIn this powerful episode of ROAR, I sit down with the inspiring Merline Saintil—a tech trailblazer and Fortune 500 board director—to explore how breaking barriers, authentic networking, and redefining leadership can transform careers. We dive deep into her journey from a software engineer overcoming early language barriers to becoming a respected leader in the tech industry. Merline shares intimate insights about how mentorship, perseverance, and a commitment to service have shaped her career and allowed her to create groundbreaking initiatives like Black Women on Boards.Our conversation also shines a light on the importance of shar...2025-02-2534 minRoar with Lakecia GunterRoar is Back!Roar is back, everyone! I'm Lakecia Gunter and I unveil our upcoming season centered on the transformative power of connection. Let's explore how building authentic relationships and harnessing innovative technologies like AI can unlock doors to unprecedented opportunities in our rapidly evolving world. Join me as I prepare to engage with industry leaders, innovators, and trailblazers who are reshaping success, and get ready to embark on a journey where connection is the key to unlocking your greatest potential. New episodes drop every other Tuesday—subscribe and connect with me on LinkedIn, X or Instagram to share your thoughts and join th...2025-02-1701 min
SoundcheckSax Player and Bandleader Lakecia Benjamin Imagines What's PossibleSax player, MC, and bandleader Lakecia Benjamin grew up playing salsa and merengue in Washington Heights. She counts jazz greats Terri Lyne Carrington, Gary Bartz, and Clark Terry among her mentors; and her list of collaborators includes Missy Elliott, Stevie Wonder, Lil Wayne, Dianne Reeves, Georgia Anne Muldrow, Brandee Younger, and Jazzmeia Horn. Benjamin is primarily known as a jazz musician, although as you might imagine she takes a pretty wide-angled view of jazz. Her latest record, the Grammy-nominated Phoenix Reimagined, is a live reworking of her 2023 album Phoenix, which earned three Grammy nominations. Sax player Lakecia Benjamin and her band pl...2025-01-1330 min
Músicas posiblesMúsicas posibles - Mercy Jazz - 16/11/24Hablamos del Poetas 2024 y proponemos tres nombres para el jazz flamenco, como son Marco Mezquida, Chicuelo, Paco de Mode. Y vienen a España Lakecia Benjamin y Keyon Harrold.Galenismós Tarta Relena GalenismósSi veriash a la rana Tarta Relena Si veriash a la ranaTuba mirum Tarta Relena Tuba mirumEl faro de los deseos Marco Mezquida, Chicuelo, Paco de Mode Del almaDe seda y miel Marco Mezquida, Chicuelo, Paco de Mode Del almaDe ida y vuelta Marco Mezquida, Chicuelo, Paco de Mode Del almaPeace is Possible - Live Lakecia Benjamin Phoenix Reimagined (Live)Merc...2024-11-1654 min
Planeta JazzT5xP11 Lou Donaldson, Lakecia Benjamin y la actualidad del saxoA partir del fallecimiento de Lou Donaldson y la actuación de Lakecia Benjamin en Zaragoza seleccionamos novedades de saxofonistas actuales como Chuli Miranda, Escandaloso Xpósito, Yuval Drabkin, Sam Newbould, Dmitry Baevsky, Javier Rojo, Alana Macpherson, Wayne Escoffery, Stéphane Payen y Juan Salamero.
Temas que suenan en el programa:
01 1952 Milt Jackson Quintet - Bag’s Groove - Lou Donaldson John Lewis Percy Heath Kenny Clarke (3’ 02’’)
02 2024 Lakecia Benjamin - Phoenix Reimagined Live 11 Spirit - Zaccai Curtis Elias Bailey EJ Strickland (4’ 54’’)
03 2024 Luis Chuli Miranda - Chuli Plays Jacki - Mister E - Òscar Latorre César del Val Alejandro Esperanza Manuel Lu...2024-11-1459 min
Music Travel GuideJazzfest Berlin 2024 w/ Lakecia BenjaminIf there's one musician who truly embodies resilience, it's Lakecia Benjamin.Just a couple of weeks ago, at the 60th Jazzfest Berlin, I had the privilege of sitting down with powerhouse saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin for an inspiring conversation. Throughout her career, she's played alongside legends like Anita Baker, the Count Basie Orchestra, Harry Belafonte, Stevie Wonder, the Roots, Missy Elliott, Alicia Keys, and so many more. After a serious car accident in 2021, Lakecia didn't just bounce back—she wrote new music that would become her latest album, Phoenix, earning three Grammy nominations. Her...2024-11-1223 min
I Hear YouAI in the Workplace with Lakecia Gunter, CTO - Microsoft’s Global Partner SolutionsTune in as we welcome Lakecia Gunter, the Chief Technology Officer for Microsoft’s Global Partner Solutions (GPS) organization. Before joining Microsoft, Lakecia held several leadership roles at Intel Corporation and currently serves as an independent director on the board of IDEX Corporation, where she’s a member of the Compensation and Nomination & Governance Committees. Named to The CRN Women of the Channel list in 2023, Lakecia is recognized for her industry leadership, strategic vision, and channel advocacy. WomenTech Network also honored her as one of the 100 Influential Women in Tech to Watch in 2022. As the host of her...2024-10-3036 minThe Art of the StorySaxophonist, composer and arranger Lakecia Benjamin returns to BRIC JazzFestOn this episode of The Art of the Story, saxophonist, composer and arranger Lakecia Benjamin is excited about the 2024 BRIC JazzFest2024-10-1702 min
Cultural ManifestoLakecia Benjamin at Indy Jazz FestListen to an interview with jazz saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin. 2024 has been a breakout year for Lakecia. She was nominated for 3 Grammy awards, and made high profile appearances on NPR’s Tiny Desk, and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. She will be performing at this year’s Indy Jazz Fest.2024-09-1807 min
Girl Power GurusLakecia Gunter - Chief Technology Officer at Microsoft Global Partner Solutions A really fun episode with Lakecia Gunter. Ms. Gunter serves as the Chief Technology Officer for the Global Partner Solutions Team at Microsoft Corporation. Prior to this role, she also held positions at Microsoft as Vice President and General Manager of the Device Partner Solution Sales Group and Vice President and General Manager of IoT Global and Strategic Engagement. Before joining Microsoft, Ms. Gunter served as Vice President of the Programmable Solutions Group and General Manager of Ecosystem Development and Operations at Intel Corporation. While at Intel, she served in several leadership roles, including Chief of Staff and Technical Assistant t...2024-08-3055 min
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Jazz ExpressoJazz Expresso a Sants3Ràdio(22-03-24)916:John Zorn,Lakecia Benjamin, Miki Yamanaka...Jazz Expresso 1504 916 22-03-24
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John Zorn, Julian Lage & Gyan Riley - Quatrain (2023)
Julian Lage i Gyan Riley són dos virtuosos de la Guitarra molt reconeguts i les seves interpretacions en duo són experiències plenes de detalls meticulosos i complicitat que gairebé sembla telepàtica. En aquest cas, interpreten un conjunt de música inspirat en la novel·la inquietant i enigmàtica "A High Wind in Jamaica", que narra la història d'un grup de nens que es barregen amb pirates, però amb la peculiaritat que els nens resulten ser encara més perillosos que els pirates. Aquesta obr...2024-03-2358 min
Are We Here Yet PodcastThe Big ‘D’ in Decentralize/Lakecia BenjaminScott M. Graves, host of the ‘Are We Here Yet? Podcast speaks to us regarding the importance for small cities and towns to take advantage of the opportunity recently presented to solve some of the most pressing economic and social issues of our day. ‘For we are, I’m sure of this, at the start of a national movement to decentralize the map. For placing venture capital where it’s needed most, for updating outmoded zoning laws so we can start rebuilding our built environments to serve all of our neighbors and financing policies so more Americans can acces...2024-02-1539 min
La Montaña Rusa Radio JazzLa Montaña Rusa 37.2023. Tineke Postma. Sisa Michalidesova. Charlie Mariano. Jazz Sabbath. Rodrigo Aguirre. Lakecia Benjamin.Número 37.2023 que abrimos con lo nuevo de la saxofonista holandesa Tineke Postma, Aria, publicado este 2023.
Después descubriremos juntos la música de Sisa Michalidesova, de la que escuchamos el estupendo Majster a Margareta.
Nuestro Clásico de la Semana fue el saxofonista Charlie Mariano, al que escuchamos en October, del año 1977.
De vuelta a nuestros días, escucharemos el nuevo álbum de los Jazz Sabbath, Vol. 2, que vio la luz en 2022.
Seguir leyendo La Montaña Rusa 37.2023. Tineke Postma. Sisa Michalidesova. Charlie Mariano. Jazz Sabbath. Rodrigo Aguirre. Lakecia Benjamin...2023-09-171h 13La Montaña Rusa Radio JazzLa Montaña Rusa 37.2023. Tineke Postma. Sisa Michalidesova. Charlie Mariano. Jazz Sabbath. Rodrigo Aguirre. Lakecia Benjamin.Número 37.2023 que abrimos con lo nuevo de la saxofonista holandesa Tineke Postma, Aria, publicado este 2023.
Después descubriremos juntos la música de Sisa Michalidesova, de la que escuchamos el estupendo Majster a Margareta.
Nuestro Clásico de la Semana fue el saxofonista Charlie Mariano, al que escuchamos en October, del año 1977.
De vuelta a nuestros días, escucharemos el nuevo álbum de los Jazz Sabbath, Vol. 2, que vio la luz en 2022.
Seguir leyendo La Montaña Rusa 37.2023. Tineke Postma. Sisa Michalidesova. Charlie Mariano. Jazz Sabbath. Rodrigo Aguirre. Lakecia Benjamin...2023-09-171h 13
The Jazz JamPhoenix by Lakecia BenjaminOn this week's episode we take a look at Lakecia Benjamin's new album entitled Phoenix. Lakecia levels up on this album which also has many great guest features. Our overall combined rating for the album is 8.5/10, make sure to take a listen to our thoughts and how we came up with that score!
Feel free to reach out to us with any listener questions or album recommendations at thejazzjampodcast@gmail.com
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Spotify Playlist: Top 3 Playlist
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Jazz88Lakecia Benjamin Visits Jazz88Lakecia Benjamin connected via ZOOM with Afternoon Cruise host Sean McPherson to chat about her new record "Phoenix" and her rising star in the music world.2023-04-1109 minThe Afternoon CruiseLakecia Benjamin Visits Jazz88Lakecia Benjamin connected via ZOOM with Afternoon Cruise host Sean McPherson to chat about her new record "Phoenix" and her rising star in the music world.2023-04-1109 min
Living in the Sweet Spot with Angelique FrancisSeason 1 : E5 Lakecia Benjamin | The Charismatic Dynamic Lakecia!Alto saxophonist, Lakecia Benjamin, a NY native, masterfully fuses traditional conceptions of Jazz, HipHop, and Soul while her electric presence and fiery sax work has shared stages with legendary artists, including Stevie Wonder, Alicia Keys, The Roots, Clark Terry, Rashied Ali, Christian Mcbride and Gregory Porter. With her deep jazz roots, featuring magazine covers of Downbeat, Concerto, and Jazzwise, cover of the New York Times Art section. Benjamin’s discography includes th critically acclaimed Pursuance: The Coltranes, and the recently released Phoenix, with Benjamin’s special guest artists includes, Sonia Sanchez, activist Angela Davis and Dianne Reeves! Don’t miss this deve...2023-03-2441 min
La Hora RockdeluxMarzo 2023: prístinoRobert Forster y The Sea Urchins, Jonnine y Caroline Polachek, Algiers y Lakecia Benjamin (con la voz del recientemente desaparecido Wayne Shorter), Marlene Ribeiro y Ryuichi Sakamoto con David Sylvian y… “Doctor en Alaska”. Pop de hoy y de siempre, levitaciones etéreas e hyperpop turístico, jazz, agit-rock, bandas sonoras… Revisando la web de rockdelux.com en “La Hora Rockdelux” con el horizonte de una primavera llamando a la puerta.
01 Robert Forster “She’s A Fighter”
02 The Sea Urchins “Pristine Christine”
03 Jonnine “Tea For Two (Boo)”
04 Caroline Polachek “Sunset”
05 Algiers feat. Zack de la Rocha “Irreversible Damage”
06 Lakecia Benjamin “Rebirth”
07 Lakecia Benjamin feat. Way...2023-03-1100 min
Q with Tom PowerLakecia Benjamin + Lindsay WongSaxophonist Lakecia Benjamin on playing for revered artists (Missy Eilliot, Stevie Wonder), the time she snuck her way past security to play sax at a Prince concert and how a near-death experience inspired her latest album, “Phoenix.”
Plus, author Lindsay Wong (32:55) on the stigma around mental illness, growing up with “ghosts,” and what inspired her new book of short stories, “Tell Me Pleasant Things About Immortality.”2023-02-2751 min
Mondo JazzXhosa Cole, Lakecia Benjamin, J.D.Hive, Jason Yaeger & More New ReleasesA playlist built around the work of impressive emerging saxophonists (Lakecia Benjamin, Xhosa Cole, Jason Marshall, and Alex Hitchcock), and guitarists (Ant Law and David Doruzka). Together with a tribute to Kurt Vonnegut, the reissue of an Acid Jazz classic, and much more, this is an hour of music that should keep you happy and speculative.The playlist also features Mother Earth; Georgia Anne Muldrow; Adriano Adewale, Ian Parmel; J.D.Hive; Jason Yeager; David Doruzka, Piotr Wyleżol, Jeff Ballard; and Zack Lober.Detailed playlist at https://spinitron.com/RFB/pl/16899336/Mondo-Jazz (from "Stoned Wom...2023-01-271h 08Roar with Lakecia GunterThe Power of Modern MentorshipOnly 37% of professionals have a mentor. This statistic is surprising, as mentorship is the secret behind so many successful people. Modern mentoring and the power of mentorship can help you achieve your goals—both personally and professionally. We should all be seeking to develop our skills, continually learning new things, and challenging ourselves on a regular basis, which takes a good degree of devotion and commitment. In a mentor, you have someone who can help guide, advise, and teach you through a problem or towards a goal. My guest today is Lani Phillips, vice president of glo...2021-11-1644 minRoar with Lakecia GunterFlipping The Switch And Moving From Employee to EntrepreneurIf you’ve ever thought about becoming an entrepreneur, the uncertainty of success can often be the biggest obstacle holding you back. Fear and doubt are inevitable, but allowing them to dictate your professional life could mean missing out on fulfilling your dreams. Sometimes it takes recognizing your potential through the eyes of others to really provide the confidence boost you need to take the entrepreneurial leap. My guest today is Monica Enand, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Zapproved, a cloud-based software provider for corporate legal departments. Their goal is to make it easier and mor...2021-09-1440 minRoar with Lakecia GunterThe Wonder-Twin Powers of Recovery and ResilienceWhen we meet obstacles in our lives and careers, how do we move forward? After such a tumultuous year, we’ve learned to expect the unexpected with greater frequency. This has allowed us ample opportunities to test our ability to recover from adversity, and it’s built up our resilience to weather and learn from the challenges we face. My guest today is Kim Stevenson, Senior Vice President and General Manager of NetApp’s Foundational Data Services Business Unit where she’s helping to lead the charge into a new technology era. Kim most recently served as a seni...2021-08-3152 minRoar with Lakecia GunterRising Up and Making Your Voice HeardSuccess is something that builds up over time, making early influences fundamental. Having a strong support system of people who champion you and unbridled access to recreational and educational opportunities plant the seeds for strong, smart, and bold leaders.My guests today are Cyreena Boston Ashby, CEO of Girls Inc. in the Pacific Northwest, and Amaya Gustave, an alumna of the program and currently a student at Pitzer College in California. At Girls, Inc., Cyreena offers a variety of programs and after-school activities for youth, from 8 up to age 18. Amaya is a bright young woman on...2021-04-1351 minRoar with Lakecia GunterBuilding an Inclusive Space for the FutureIf you can see it, you can be it, right? We know from history that it’s not always easy to become something when you’ve never seen your face reflected in the stories we’re taught. March is Women's History Month, and it’s an important time to recognize the trailblazers who have led the way. Their bravery and persistence have created pathways that make the journey less challenging for future generations who follow in their footsteps. My guest today is a trailblazer in every sense of the word. Dr. Renee Horton is an entrepreneur, author, i...2021-03-3139 minRoar with Lakecia GunterCultivating Greatness through Resilient LeadershipThroughout 2020, organizations have been tested as the pandemic quickly swept across the globe. Despite the rapid pace of change, some companies were able to meet their operational challenges head-on and actually thrived. These organizations share one trait in common. They were able to demonstrate resilience in the face of change. For high-performing leaders, resilience is imperative in order to thrive. Covid-19 has taught us the importance of being able to make quick decisions, and we’ve had to learn to be malleable as the conditions around us changed. Resilient leaders are born in these moments of ada...2021-03-1635 minRoar with Lakecia GunterMaking it Work: How Dual Career Couples Can Thrive in Love and Build Successful CareersHaving a handful of professional role models to look up to is important for anyone climbing the corporate ladder. But, we all know that work isn’t everything. When it comes to measuring the level of fulfillment in our lives, personal relationships are an important source of comfort and strength. We need role-models who represent our relationship goals, in conjunction with our professional aspirations.My guests today are power couple Tony and Lisa Neal-Graves, two people who have mastered the art of building successful careers and nurturing their strong partnership. They have served as industry leaders fr...2021-03-0254 minRoar with Lakecia GunterHow to Develop a Personal Innovation Strategy to Ignite Your Career & LifeWe’re living in changing times, and we’ve certainly seen how true that is with the disruption that’s been caused by Covid over the past year. We’ve all had to stay resilient through changing work, life, and family situations. It’s required us to think differently. It’s required us to be innovative in the face of change.There’s no denying that the digital revolution has arrived, and the pace of innovation isn’t losing any speed. If we want to stay relevant, we have to keep up and get comfortable with the pace of thes...2021-02-1657 min
Navigating ForwardNavigating IOT: Lakecia GunterLakecia Gunter is VP and GM, IOT Global and Strategic Engagement at Microsoft. She's a visionary senior engineering executive who has also worked at Intel, the Department of Defense, and Motorola. She was recently appointed to the board of directors of Idex Corp.ABOUT THE PODCASTAt the crossroads of uncertainty & opportunity, how do you Navigate Forward? This podcast focuses on making smart choices in a rapidly changing world. We investigate the challenges of being at a crossroads (societal, business, & personal) and finding the opportunities that arise out of disruption. Listen in on future-forward conversations with...2021-02-0936 minRoar with Lakecia GunterThe Art of Communication, and Why it’s Your Most Indispensable SkillHow much do you think about your role as a communicator? For leaders at every level, effective communication is what distinguishes the most impressionable leaders from the rest of the pack. Investing in this “soft” skill is not an elective in business; it’s an absolute necessity if you want to rise to the top. Good communication is universally agreed upon as being the most important and indispensable quality among leaders. It is inextricably linked to effective leadership because it is the basis of how we get things done day to day, it’s how we motivate...2021-02-0259 minRoar with Lakecia GunterIntelligent Risk Taking and Taking the Path Less TravelledThere comes a moment in everyone’s career where a unique opportunity presents itself. Whether it’s through an unexpected job offer, the chance for a complete career pivot, or a big move, change always involves a varying degree of risk. Understanding our comfort level with risk, and knowing whether or not it’s the right time to jump, is an intuitive calculation that has the potential to alter your entire life. My guest today is Anand Srivatsa, Chief Executive Officer at Tobii Tech. After earning his Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University, he held va...2021-01-1948 minRoar with Lakecia GunterTurning Tragedy into Triumph: Transforming the Lives of OthersWhen tragic, life-altering events take place, it’s hard to see beyond the immediate horizon. If you’ve lost someone close to you, that loss leaves a permanent mark. Responses to such cataclysmic personal events can understandably be tumultuous. But, the nature of your response has strength building potential. It has character enhancing potential. And sometimes, it may even lead you towards a professional calling. My guest today is Angela N. Frazier, a speaker, and mental health influencer. She has a Master's of Public Health and Community Health from the UT of Health School of Public Healt...2021-01-0548 minRoar with Lakecia GunterLeading with Purpose - How Bold & Brave Leadership Can Help Your Business Become a Force for Good with Lisa Osborne RossIn any competitive work environment, you can show off financial progress reports, and you can demonstrate impressive metrics of success to shareholders. However, what we’re seeing more and more across the spectrum of the corporate world today is that a true leader is more than an embodiment of the title they bear. A true leader is someone who serves with purpose. Purpose is a concept that’s being woven into the corporate agenda as more people who believe in a purpose-driven life strive to incorporate similar values in the workplace. We want to infuse meaning into...2020-12-1551 minRoar with Lakecia GunterLeading through Crisis—The Importance of Mindset, Self-Care, and Resilience with Vikki Mueller-Espinosa“Resiliency is the strength required to successfully navigate change. It's the ability to successfully master the consequences of change, and it's the ability to renew oneself, and integrate new learning to become more effective than before.” How many times have you paused in the past 8 months and, in a moment of utter frustration, asked yourself “When is this going to end?” We’ve all dealt with our share of stress and uncertainty as a result of Covid-19. It has affected the shape of our lives in countless ways, and we’re still adjusting every day. A physic...2020-12-0840 min
Joy Keys chats with Saxophonist Lakecia BenjaminLakecia Benjamin was named by the Downbeat Magazine Critics’ Poll as Rising Star in 2020. Her latest album "Pursuance" is an intergenerational masterpiece that takes one on a journey through the lineage of the music with the works of John and Alice Coltrane. Benjamin pays homage to those who have come before by featuring innovative bandleaders of her generation, such as, Reggie Workman (Coproducer and playing ), Ron Carter , Gary Bartz, DeeDee Bridgewater, Meshell Ndegecello, Regina Carter, Bertha Hope, Last Poets, Greg Osby, Steve Wilson, John Benitez, Marc Cary, Marcus Gilmore, Keyon Harrold, Marcus Strickland, Brandee Younger, Georgia Anne Muldrow, and Jazzmeia Horn...2020-10-3128 minRoar with Lakecia GunterHow to Thrive in a Disruptive Economy and Spark your Passion with Lisa Thee“Getting to a place of power and authority, it was important to me to not only focus on the problems that have already been looked at, but to shift the attention and change the conversation to the bigger issues that I really cared about.” - Lisa TheeAs we progress in our careers, it’s natural for our goals to get pushed forward in accordance with our accomplishments. First, it’s getting the big job with the fancy title, then the goal becomes working with a top tier company in your field, until one day it’s all abou...2020-10-2045 minRoar with Lakecia GunterLessons From The Top: Unleashing Your Roar with Michael C. Hyter“It's our actions that we take to achieve the outcomes we want that matters.” -Michael C. HyterHow many times in your life and career have you waited to be noticed? You know you’re more than qualified for that promotion, but somehow you keep getting overlooked. Maybe this scenario has some of you thinking back to your school days of being a wallflower at the homecoming dance, hoping someone sees you standing there. If only they noticed you. Being a wallflower is one thing when you’re a teenager, but in the cor...2020-10-0655 min
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The Working Artist ProjectLakecia Benjamin on Coltrane and Making a Change! (Episode 67)Lakecia BenjaminDarrian DouglasGregory Agid https://www.lakeciabenjamin.com/A charismatic and dynamic saxophonist and bandleader, Lakecia Benjamin fuses traditional conceptions of Jazz, HipHop, and Soul. Benjamin's electric presence and fiery sax work has shared stages with several legendary artists, including Stevie Wonder, Alicia Keys, The Roots, and Macy Gray. As the bandleader of Lakecia Benjamin and Soul Squad, she melds the vintage sounds of James Brown, Maceo Parker, Sly and the Family Stone, and the Meters with soaring, dance-floor worthy rhythms. Benjamin's grooves take the classic vibe to a whole new...2020-09-2951 minRoar with Lakecia GunterTrust is Your Most Valuable CurrencyWhere would we be without trust? In our personal lives, it’s an important factor in building relationships. It’s not always at the top of our list of priorities when running a business, but it should be. Business is all about relationships. Trust is a social currency in the corporate realm, and if you invest in trust, it can really benefit your bottom line. A leadership structure that places value on the internal health of the organization is capable of producing incredible results. When employees work in an environment where they feel secure, valued, and auton...2020-09-2249 minRoar with Lakecia GunterThe Power of Coaching, and Leveling Up in Life and Career“Success is when I add value to myself. Significance when I add value to others.” -John C. MaxwellWould you describe yourself as successful? Think for a moment about that word. Consider what it means to you. Try to define it. When you really start to unpack it, success rarely looks like a destination with an endpoint. As we accelerate in our careers, the goal line continues to move forward. First, you aspire towards a promotion, and once you’ve earned that promotion, another point appears on the map ahead...2020-09-1540 minHUMAN NEED CALL TAKING PRESIDENT OVER ALLNavigationpathz n truz
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Chicago Jazz Audio ExperienceEpisode 082 Chicago Music Revealed with guest Lakecia BenjaminA charismatic and dynamic saxophonist and bandleader, Lakecia Benjamin fuses traditional conceptions of Jazz, HipHop, and Soul. Benjamin's electric presence and fiery sax work has shared stages with several legendary artists, including Stevie Wonder, Alicia Keys, The Roots, and Macy Gray. As the bandleader of Lakecia Benjamin and Soul Squad, she melds the vintage sounds of James Brown, Maceo Parker, Sly and the Family Stone, and the Meters with soaring, dance-floor worthy rhythms. Benjamin's grooves take the classic vibe to a whole new level with sultry alto saxophone creating something special on every cut - be it a smoldering...2020-08-2400 minHUMAN NEED CALL TAKING PRESIDENT OVER ALLYoung talentFrom movie project power : a student is asked a question, rebuttal is principle as she is
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The Shark EffectLakecia Gunter | The commitment to excellence: How to create your seat at the tableLakecia, is a visionary senior engineering executive with 15+ years of leadership and management experience with a strong track record of leading high-performing teams to deliver results. She is a successful transformation leader with depth in technology development, leadership development, business strategy, who thrives at the intersection of leading-edge technology and new business development.She's a inspirational leader and nationally-recognized, award-winning engineer and speaker with excellent communications, networking, and coaching skills who strengthens the culture of organizations and develops current and aspiring engineers and business professionals. She is also the host of the highly regarded R...2020-08-1152 minRoar with Lakecia GunterHow to Secure a Seat at the Table“If they don't give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair.” - Shirley ChisolmIn 1968, conventional precepts came tumbling down when Shirley Chisolm became the first black woman elected to Congress. Shattering that glass ceiling wasn’t easy, particularly at the height of the Civil Rights era in America. As a woman and a person of color, every step of that journey would have felt like an impossible uphill battle. Yet somehow, she made it to the top and secured her seat at one of the most important tables in the world, paving a brave...2020-08-1152 minHUMAN NEED CALL TAKING PRESIDENT OVER ALLOpen upOptions
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