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Dr. Karen's Podcast Guests | TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®Loree Draude: Soar Into Joy and Reinvent Yourself: (Episode # 447F)
Executive leaders and combat pilots both scan the “battlefield” for new strategic opportunities. In both warfare and business mission advancement, success comes from the skillful execution of strengths and talents. Returning guest Loree Draude shares how recent life events prompted her to seize new creative opportunities in a different location.
Loree Draude was one of the first women in the Navy to fly combat jets. She deployed twice to the Persian Gulf, accumulating over 300 carrier landings and 1600 flight hours. After completing her naval service, Loree led product, marketing, and operations teams at start-ups and tech comp...
2025-05-2753 minFAB 500 Series | TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®Loree Draude: Soar Into Joy and Reinvent Yourself: (Episode # 447F)
Executive leaders and combat pilots both scan the “battlefield” for new strategic opportunities. In both warfare and business mission advancement, success comes from the skillful execution of strengths and talents. Returning guest Loree Draude shares how recent life events prompted her to seize new creative opportunities in a different location.
Loree Draude was one of the first women in the Navy to fly combat jets. She deployed twice to the Persian Gulf, accumulating over 300 carrier landings and 1600 flight hours. After completing her naval service, Loree led product, marketing, and operations teams at start-ups and tech comp...
2025-05-2753 min
The Voice of LeadershipLoree Draude: Soar Into Joy and Reinvent Yourself: (Episode # 447F)
Executive leaders and combat pilots both scan the “battlefield” for new strategic opportunities. In both warfare and business mission advancement, success comes from the skillful execution of strengths and talents. Returning guest Loree Draude shares how recent life events prompted her to seize new creative opportunities in a different location.
Loree Draude was one of the first women in the Navy to fly combat jets. She deployed twice to the Persian Gulf, accumulating over 300 carrier landings and 1600 flight hours. After completing her naval service, Loree led product, marketing, and operations teams at start-ups and tech comp...
2025-05-2753 minTRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®Loree Draude: Soar Into Joy and Reinvent Yourself: (Episode # 447F)
Executive leaders and combat pilots both scan the “battlefield” for new strategic opportunities. In both warfare and business mission advancement, success comes from the skillful execution of strengths and talents. Returning guest Loree Draude shares how recent life events prompted her to seize new creative opportunities in a different location.
Loree Draude was one of the first women in the Navy to fly combat jets. She deployed twice to the Persian Gulf, accumulating over 300 carrier landings and 1600 flight hours. After completing her naval service, Loree led product, marketing, and operations teams at start-ups and tech comp...
2025-05-2753 min
The Leadership Enigma206: Combat Pilot (aka 'Rowdy') with Loree DraudeLoree Draude (call sign 'Rowdy') was one of the first female combat pilots in the US Navy with over 300 aircraft carrier landings and two deployments to the Persian Gulf. Loree who is based in Boston is currently an author, executive coach and keynote speaker with a passion for focusing on the human being and not just the human doing. Leadership and service are part of Loree's personal values and she leverages her military experiences to help teams across the world. Loree grew up in a Marine Corps family and after college she went...
2024-09-2944 min
Rhizomes PodcastLoree Draude: Combat Pilot to Tech Exec & Bestselling Author - Navigating Change & Finding FulfillmentAn episode title cannot capture the breadth and impact of Loree's pursuits, which also include writing and performing a one-woman show and starting her own business, all while raising her kids and leading a fulfilling personal life.
I found it inspiring to hear not only about her individual experiences, but also about her mindset, values, and advice for navigating change, breaking glass ceilings, and leading a fulfilling life.
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2024-03-111h 28
Madam TraderEpisode 40: Soaring into Career Success with Loree DraudeToday we speak with a seasoned leader and entrepreneur, Loree Draudee. She advises and coaches executives and founders on how to improve their leadership and communication while drawing on her years of experience in the tech industry and the U.S. Navy, where she was one of the first women to fly combat jets. Listen to her inspiring story and keen business insights now. And check out here books below. Books: Soar Into Joy: A Combat Pilot's Wisdom on Falling in Love with Your Life She's Just Another Navy Pilot: An Aviator's Sea Journal Social Media: IG @LoreeDraude FB: ...
2024-02-1250 min
Outstanding Women LeadersS4 Episode 33 - Supersonic Leaders and Teams with Loree 'Rowdy' DraudeLoree 'Rowdy' Draude is a seasoned leader and entrepreneur who advises and coaches executives and founders on how to improve their leadership. She is a sought-after speaker for her entertaining and inspirational talks about how to soar professionally and personally.
Drawing on her years of experience in the tech industry and the U.S. Navy, where she was one of the first women to fly combat jets. She deployed twice to the Persian Gulf, accumulating over 300 carrier landings and 1600 flight hours.
After completing her naval service and earning her BA in Mathematics from the U...
2024-01-2931 min
Thrive Unafraid25. Sharp People are Never Broken with Loree DraudeEver wonder the level of confidence someone must have to push through the fear associated with landing a combat jet on an aircraft carrier, at night, in the middle of the ocean? In this episode, we dive into the incredible journey of Loree Draude—former naval aviator, Silicon Valley leader, best-selling author, and captivating performer. From making history in combat squadrons to navigating the highs and lows of the tech world, Loree's story is one of resilience, reinvention, and finding joy in life's challenges. Loree's episode is packed with her insights on leadership, overcoming setbacks, and embracing a li...
2024-01-0952 min
Literary Aviatrix: The Power of Story - Women in AviationSoar Into Joy with my first 'Leadership and Development' series guest, US Navy S-3B Viking pilot and Tech Industry veteran Loree 'Rowdy' Draude, first wave of women to deploy on a carrier, and one-woman show actress.Send us a textWelcome to the new Literary Aviatrix Leadership and Development author interview series. Loree "Rowdy" Draude was a combat pilot among the first women to deploy on an aircraft carrier. She also navigated a very successful career in the tech sector. Now Loree brings her professional experiences together to help coach and inspire business leaders, and her love of art and creativity to entertain and inspire audiences with her one-woman show, "I Feel the Need."Her book, She's Just Another Navy Pilot, is Loree's memoir of that first carrier deployment...
2023-12-181h 27
Aircrew InterviewAI # 304 : Flying The S-3B Viking! | Loree Draude *PART 2*Send us a textLoree Draude shares what it was like to fly the mighty S-3B Viking.Strap in and enjoy!https://loreedraude.com/"Soar into Joy - https://amzn.to/3MIOB65 https://amzn.to/3sHbsrD"She's Just Another Navy Pilot" - https://amzn.to/3QY1gV4Help keep the channel going:Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interviewPATREON - https://www.patreon.com/aircrewinterviewDONATE - http://www.aircrewinterview.tv/donate/Purchase our Aviation Art...
2023-11-2732 minAircrew InterviewAI # 303 : Flying The Hornet In The Support Role | Loree Draude *PART 1*Send us a textLoree Draude shares what it was like fling in the USN including her time training on the A-4 Skyhawk and becoming a support pilot in the F/A-18 Hornet. Strap in and enjoy!https://loreedraude.com/"Soar into Joy - https://amzn.to/3MIOB65 https://amzn.to/3sHbsrD"She's Just Another Navy Pilot" - https://amzn.to/3QY1gV4Help keep the channel going:Pick up some AI merch - https://www.teepublic.com/user/aircrew-interviewPATREON - https://www.patreon.com/airc...
2023-11-2523 min
The Unlock Moment: find your purpose for leadership and life117 Loree Draude: What A Pioneering Female Combat Pilot Learned About Opening Up New Horizons For Herself And For OthersIt's always a privilege to interview a true pioneer on the podcast, and today I'm delighted to welcome Loree Draude, who became one of the first women to fly combat jets in the US Navy. Now she's a seasoned leader and entrepreneur who advises and coaches executives and founders on how to improve their leadership. She is the author of the recently published bestselling book, Soar Into Joy: A Combat Pilot's Wisdom on Falling in Love with Your Life, and a sought-after speaker for her entertaining and inspirational talks about how to soar professionally and personally.Loree...
2023-11-2054 minDr. Karen's Podcast Guests | TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®Soar Into Joy: Interview with Loree Draude (Episode # 447)Executive leaders and combat pilots both scan the “battlefield” for new strategic opportunities. In both warfare and business mission advancement, success comes from the skillful execution of strengths and talents. Returning guest Loree Draude shares how recent life events prompted her to seize new creative opportunities in a different location.
Loree Draude was one of the first women in the Navy to fly combat jets. She deployed twice to the Persian Gulf, accumulating over 300 carrier landings and 1600 flight hours. After completing her naval service, Loree led product, marketing, and operations teams at start-ups and tech companies, including Goog...
2023-10-2451 minThe Voice of LeadershipSoar Into Joy: Interview with Loree Draude (Episode # 447)Executive leaders and combat pilots both scan the “battlefield” for new strategic opportunities. In both warfare and business mission advancement, success comes from the skillful execution of strengths and talents. Returning guest Loree Draude shares how recent life events prompted her to seize new creative opportunities in a different location.
Loree Draude was one of the first women in the Navy to fly combat jets. She deployed twice to the Persian Gulf, accumulating over 300 carrier landings and 1600 flight hours. After completing her naval service, Loree led product, marketing, and operations teams at start-ups and tech companies, including Goog...
2023-10-2451 minTRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®Soar Into Joy: Interview with Loree Draude (Episode # 447)Executive leaders and combat pilots both scan the “battlefield” for new strategic opportunities. In both warfare and business mission advancement, success comes from the skillful execution of strengths and talents. Returning guest Loree Draude shares how recent life events prompted her to seize new creative opportunities in a different location.
Loree Draude was one of the first women in the Navy to fly combat jets. She deployed twice to the Persian Gulf, accumulating over 300 carrier landings and 1600 flight hours. After completing her naval service, Loree led product, marketing, and operations teams at start-ups and tech companies, including Goog...
2023-10-2451 min
TheMilVet Podcast48. From Big Tech Exec to Bestselling Author with former Combat Jet Pilot, Loree DraudeLoree Draude was one of the first women to fly combat jets in the U.S. Navy. She deployed twice to the Persian Gulf and accumulated over 300 carrier landings. After completing her naval service, Loree earned her MBA at the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. She spent 20 years in Silicon Valley, leading teams at startups and tech companies, including Google and Facebook. Loree is now an executive coach, leadership trainer and motivational speaker. Loree is also the author of the bestselling book She's Just Another Navy Pilot.In this episode, Loree joins Brendan to discuss
2023-10-1849 min
Make Your Move with Gene Moran#67: It’s Never Too Late to Pursue Your Passions, with Loree DraudeReturning for a second episode, Loree Draude, a former Lieutenant Commander of the U.S. Navy and Naval Aviator, opens up about the joys and challenges of pursuing creative outlets. SUMMARY Loree, a former naval aviator, made a captivating appearance on episode 8 of the Make Your Move podcast. She not only shared her remarkable military experiences but also discussed her achievements in life after the military. In her return to the show, Loree offers valuable insights into the importance of pursuing one's passions, emphasizing that age or personal circumstances should never hinder the p...
2023-05-2938 min
Combat ExclusionShe's (Not) Just Another Navy Pilot: Loree DraudeAs much as we hate to admit that Navy beat Army…History tells us that before the Army integrated its ground forces in combat, the Navy integrated the sky. Loree Draude was among the first female naval aviators to fly in combat and offers her experiences and wisdom as she reflects on a life of service to the nation. Her story shows us that the fight for gender inclusion is born on the backs of supportive and willing leaders who see potential and talent above all else. She is an author, a leader, and a mo...
2022-08-1536 min
Saturday LiveDoon MackichanDoon Mackichan joins Nikki Bedi and Rev Richard Coles. The actor, writer and comedian – and double Emmy winner - talks about her latest comedy role set in a suburban street in Glasgow, how she did impressions to avoid the school bullies and her love of wild swimming.Loree Draude is one of the first women to fly combat jets in the U.S. Navy. She switched to start-ups in Silicon Valley, rediscovered her love of theatre and now has a one-woman show.Matt Rowland Hill grew up the son of a minister in an evangelical Ch...
2022-07-301h 25
Make Your Move with Gene Moran#8: Bring Fresh Ideas and Challenge Your Risk Tolerance with Loree Draude Former Lieutenant Commander U.S. Navy, Naval Aviator, Loree Draude, has over 30 years of experience leading high-performance teams. She shares her post-military life successes from working with Google and Facebook to her own consulting business and most recently her stage performance in New York City. SUMMARY Landed jets on an aircraft carrier, attended a world class business school, landed a job at one of the biggest brands in technology in Silicon Valley, become an entrepreneur and highly successful executive coach, wrote a screenplay, and performed off-Broadway. Today we’ll learn how Loree...
2022-03-0425 min
The Leadership MindHow to Deal with Fear from One of the First Female Navy Aviators to Fly in a Combat Jet SquadronIn today's episode, Massimo is joined by Loree Draude, an ICF-certified executive coach, leadership consultant and professional speaker. She is the host of the Supersonic Leaders & Teams podcast, in which she interviews inspirational leaders.
Loree has spent the past twenty years in Silicon Valley, most recently leading a team of content designers at Facebook. Prior to Facebook, she led the online advertisers communities and social media business support teams at Google, where she facilitated training and coaching for diversity efforts focused on women, veterans and underrepresented Googlers. Prior to joining Google, she co-founded a mobile app company...
2021-11-0840 min
Supersonic Leaders & TeamsAssociate VP Boise State University, Nicole Nimmons' Leadership Journey & How She Supported Students at CampusNicole Nimmons is the Associate Vice President of Student Services at Boise State University. A well-respected and goal-oriented executive with extensive leadership skills, Nicole has spent the past 16 years leading teams to support students and operations at BSU, including managing the logistics for a highly successful visit by President Obama in 2015, where he noted the innovative culture of the university.Tune in as she shares her journey as a leader and how her innovative ideas have been proven to enhance the Boise State student experience.
2021-05-2837 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsImproving Employee Engagement by Harnessing Their Motivation For Happiness with Eric KarpinskiEric Karpinski has been on the cutting edge of bringing positive psychology tools to workplaces across North America for nearly 10 years. In his programs, he shares powerful psychology and neuroscience research that shows that happiness leads to success, not the other way around. He’s helped tens of thousands of people find more happiness at work and helped managers and executives lead with positive emotions to drive team productivity, engagement and performance.Eric has been a key member of Shawn Achor’s GoodThink team since 2012 as a keynote speaker and a master trainer with Shaw...
2021-02-2334 minThe Voice of LeadershipLoree Draude: One of the First Navy Women Aviators to Fly in a Combat SquadronSupersonic leader Loree Draude was one of the first Navy women Aviators to fly in a combat squadron. Wharton Business School MBA graduate and author of, She’s Just Another Pilot, Loree also held key roles at Facebook, Google, and Bain and Company. Today Dr. Karen talks to Loree about gender dynamics in the Navy, leading effective teams, and how to prepare the next generation of leaders.
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2021-01-2840 minDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion | TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®Loree Draude: One of the First Navy Women Aviators to Fly in a Combat SquadronSupersonic leader Loree Draude was one of the first Navy women Aviators to fly in a combat squadron. Wharton Business School MBA graduate and author of, She’s Just Another Pilot, Loree also held key roles at Facebook, Google, and Bain and Company. Today Dr. Karen talks to Loree about gender dynamics in the Navy, leading effective teams, and how to prepare the next generation of leaders.
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2021-01-2840 minDr. Karen's Podcast Guests | TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®Loree Draude: One of the First Navy Women Aviators to Fly in a Combat SquadronSupersonic leader Loree Draude was one of the first Navy women Aviators to fly in a combat squadron. Wharton Business School MBA graduate and author of, She’s Just Another Pilot, Loree also held key roles at Facebook, Google, and Bain and Company. Today Dr. Karen talks to Loree about gender dynamics in the Navy, leading effective teams, and how to prepare the next generation of leaders.
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2021-01-2840 minTRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®Loree Draude: One of the First Navy Women Aviators to Fly in a Combat SquadronSupersonic leader Loree Draude was one of the first Navy women Aviators to fly in a combat squadron. Wharton Business School MBA graduate and author of, She’s Just Another Pilot, Loree also held key roles at Facebook, Google, and Bain and Company. Today Dr. Karen talks to Loree about gender dynamics in the Navy, leading effective teams, and how to prepare the next generation of leaders.
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2021-01-2840 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsLeadership, Diversity & Moonshot Thinking with Francis EbongFrancis Ebong supports teams at X (formerly Google X), where he focuses on scaling early stage projects to solve some of the world’s hardest problems. Previously, he was Director of Global Operations & Partnerships at Facebook, where he oversaw consumer operations for Emerging Services, a global team responsible for the launch and engagement of new and emerging businesses (including FB Live, Marketplace, Messenger, ‘M’ Artificial Intelligence, & Workplace).Before joining Facebook, Francis held key leadership roles in operations and business development at Apple and Postmates. Prior to Apple, Francis worked as a management consultant for both p...
2021-01-0523 minTRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®Supersonic Teams and Leaders with Loree DraudeDr. Karen Y. Wilson-Starks, the President of TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC.®️, has more than 30 years of experience as a trusted advisor for executives in corporations, the US Military and Federal Government, and non-profit leaders in faith based organizations and Foundations.
In these tough times, executive leaders must successfully identify their next best steps to create and/or restore a winning culture and to put the communication and feedback systems in place to get the desired business results. Tune in to discover what good leadership looks like for Dr. Karen Wilson-Starks.
To learn more about Dr. Karen, go...
2020-12-2924 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsBringing The Voice of Leadership During A Pandemic with Dr. KarenDr. Karen Y. Wilson-Starks, the President of TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC.®️, has more than 30 years of experience as a trusted advisor for executives in corporations, the US Military and Federal Government, and non-profit leaders in faith based organizations and Foundations.In these tough times, executive leaders must successfully identify their next best steps to create and/or restore a winning culture and to put the communication and feedback systems in place to get the desired business results. Tune in to discover what good leadership looks like for Dr. Karen Wilson-Starks.To learn more about Dr...
2020-12-1224 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsGreat Leadership is About Running Towards the Fire: Ex Submarine Officer Now COO, John BrownJohn Brown is an experienced technology client manager and operations leader. He is the COO of ParkMobile LLC. Prior to ParkMobile, John served as Vice President of Customer Operations at Clutch Technologies, a software startup acquired by Cox Automotive. Previously, John held several roles in the fintech space, including President of US Operations for Cardlytics and leading a business unit at Fiserv. In addition, John was a consultant at McKinsey & Co. He began his career as an officer in the U.S. Navy aboard a nuclear submarine. In this episode, John shares his experience in...
2020-12-0533 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsPreparation Beats Talent - Learning to Take Extreme Ownership of Your Leadership Journey with Senior VP Scotty PerkinsScotty Perkins has held leadership positions in numerous roles throughout his career, including product innovation, operations, compliance, IT, and business development. He is now the Senior Vice President of Product Innovation for Quisitive, where he is the head of their LedgerPay product company. In this episode, Scotty shares his leadership journey and the key insights that brought him to where he is today. We start where it all began, with the key principles he learned from his high school football coach, Kevin Carroll. Join us as we discuss how he still utilizes those principles today, and how he has...
2020-11-2537 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsVeterans Day Salute to Vietnam War POW, Colonel Lee Ellis, USAF (ret) - His Remarkable Story of Leadership, Honor, Strength & SurvivalLee Ellis is a retired United States Air Force Colonel, award-winning author, speaker, and leadership consultant. As a fighter pilot in the Vietnam War, he was shot down, captured, and spent five and a half years as a prisoner of war. He's authored several books, including Leading with Honor: Leadership Lessons from the Hanoi Hilton, which was published in 2012 and shares his POW experience and the leadership principles that helped him and his compatriots resist, survive, and return with honor. Ellis is now an international speaker and consultant on leadership and human performance, organizational integrity, and operational effectiveness. Tune...
2020-11-1139 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsHow Can You Inspire Children to Become Leaders? Former Marine Corps Officer & Retired FBI Agent MK Palmore Shares His InsightsMK Palmore, a Naval Academy graduate, former Marine Corps officer, and retired FBI agent, joins the Supersonic Leaders & Teams podcast to share his experience and insights. MK recently published the book, Leadership for Youngsters, which is an excellent introduction to leadership for children and plants the seeds of leadership potential with an approach that speaks directly to young teens in a relatable way. Tune in to hear MK and Loree discuss the difficulties of leadership during COVID-19, the importance of communication, and the keys to learning from failures in order to adapt and evolve as a leader. MK explains...
2020-10-3023 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsFear & Leadership During COVID-19 with Special Guest Gene MoranAfter serving in the U.S. Navy for over 25 years, Gene Moran founded Capital Integration. His company helps defense and security companies secure billions in federal funding. In addition, Gene is a #1 Amazon best-selling author and recently published his new book Pitching the Big Top: How to Master the 3-Ring Circus of Federal Sales. Tune in to hear Gene and Loree discuss his approach to leadership as well as the differences in leadership in the military versus the civilian world. Their conversation evolves as they cover topics on how leadership has changed during the COVID-19 pandemic and the surprisingly...
2020-10-2330 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsWhat is the Best Approach to Building Business Relationships During the Pandemic? Fighter Pilot, Best-Selling Author & Leadership Consultant Waldo Waldman Shares His InsightsLieutenant Colonel Rob Waldo Waldman is a decorated Air Force fighter pilot, New York Times and Wall Street Journal best-selling author, motivational speaker, and leadership consultant. His book, Never Fly Solo, is an essential guide on how to build strong, effective teams. Tune in to hear Loree and Waldo discuss the importance of having a strong, supportive team in both business and life. They also discuss the new territory of how to build business relationships during the COVID-19 pandemic.
2020-10-0928 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsHow is Leadership Changing During the Pandemic? Retired Navy Commander & Successful Business & Leadership Author Dr. Mary Kelly Shares Her InsightsDr. Mary Kelly, a graduate of the United States Naval Academy, spent over 20 years in intelligence and logistics roles and retired from the Navy as a commander. She's written 13 books on business, economics, and leadership. Dr. Kelly was selected as Instructor of the Year at the Air Force Academy, and was recently inducted in the Speaker Hall of Fame. Tune in to hear Dr. Kelly's insightful approach to leadership as well as discussions on how to approach longterm success in a company and the ways leadership is changing during the pandemic. Learn more about Dr. Kelly at https://productiveleaders...
2020-10-0247 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsTurning the Tables: Leadership Pop Quiz with Mike BufanoMike Bufano is a long-time friend of Loree. They met in business school where they were head writers for the Wharton Follies, a musical comedy about business school life. Since business school, Mike has blazed a unique path filled with leadership roles and valuable team-leading experience, most recently serving as Chief Financial Officer of Panera Bread Company. Before joining Panera, Bufano served nine years at PepsiCo in numerous leadership roles. In this episode, the tables are turned as Mike serves up questions for Loree pop-quiz style so listeners can learn a bit more about Loree and enjoy some laughs...
2020-09-2439 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsAre You a Pro at Giving AND Receiving Constructive Feedback? The Imperfections in Perfecting the Process with Successful Team Leader Jessica JensenJessica Jensen worked at Facebook in the global business marketing organization and is now the Chief Marketing Officer at OpenTable. Prior to leading teams at Facebook, Jess was also a marketing guru at Apple and Yahoo, as well as a management consultant at BCG. Her expertise in marketing, leadership, and building and managing teams is top of the line. She leads with humor and compassion, with a penchant for emphasizing the importance of giving and receiving constructive feedback in a positive way that facilitates growth. Tune in to hear Jessica's sage insight and advice she offers from her years...
2020-09-1721 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsHow Can You Exceed Expectations as a Leader During the Pandemic? Renee Horne Shares Her Insights from Decades of Leadership ExperienceWith 20+ years in leadership roles, at FedEx and now as the Head of Consumer Lending at USAA, Renee Horne knows exactly what it takes to learn, grow, and thrive as a leader in an ever-changing environment. Renee's leadership style values authenticity with employees while also remaining mindful of not just what you say but how you say it. Tune in to hear Renee's insight on how to succeed as a leader during these virtual-focused pandemic times so you, too, can harness the skills needed to be the successful dynamic leader that can take your team to the next level.
2020-09-0921 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsWhat Does Hewlett-Packard, Google & the Palo Alto City Council Have in Common? Leadership Expert Alison CormackAlison Cormack joins the show to share and discuss her leadership roles, how she got to where she is today, and what she has learned along the way. Alison has held leadership roles at Hewlett-Packard and Google, served as President of the Palo Alto Library Foundation, and now serves on the Palo Alto City Council. Tune in to hear Alison's leadership values and learn what she discovered while at Google that forever changed her outlook on leadership roles and collaboration.
2020-09-0225 minSupersonic Leaders & Teams"What Is Your Company Culture Costing You?" Bill Higgs on Creating a Culture for Your Employees to ThriveOver a lifetime of business-building and leadership positions, Bill Higgs has become a master of culture development for all types of businesses. It doesn't matter the industry or the size, when it comes to curating company culture, Bill's practices and values have proven consistently successful for decades. As a distinguished graduate from West Point and an Army Ranger, Bill took the lessons he learned on leadership and culture to found Mustang Engineering; for two straight years, it was the top engineering firm of the "Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Companies in America." Now a published author and business thought leader, Bill's...
2020-08-2645 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsHow Can Caring Be a Competitive Advantage in Today's Ever-Evolving Business Landscape? Anne Dwane, Tech Company Founder, Investor & CEO Reveals Her Successful Leadership StrategiesThis week on 'Supersonic Leaders & Teams,' Loree welcomes Anne Dwane to share her unique background and strategies for leadership. Anne is a successful business leader with a varied background of experience, including tech company founder, CEO, and investor, to name a few. She is passionate about developing leaders and teams in a way that activates and inspires every member's best potential. Tune in to hear Anne talk about how leadership today is changing, and that "we're cusping on a new era where caring, empathy, and vulnerability, is accepted." Hear how Anne describes caring as a 'competitive advantage' in...
2020-08-1925 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsSpecial Guest Brigadier General Thomas V. Draude, USMC(ret): The Epitome of a Leadership ExpertIn this episode, retired Brigadier General Thomas V. Draude, also known to Loree as 'Dad,' joins the show to share his valuable insights from decades of leadership experience in the Marine Corps. When he served as the Assistant Division Commander of the 1st Marine Division during the first Gulf war, his Marines gave him the call sign 'Sage' because they so valued his advice and guidance. His 34 years of service included three tours in Vietnam, which doesn't even begin to scratch the surface of the extent of Draude's accomplishments, and the leadership legacy he created during his career...
2020-08-1244 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsPeople, Passion & Performance: A Deep Dive on Diversity & Leadership Values with the 8th Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard, Vince Patton, Ed.D.In this episode, Loree welcomes friend and retired 8th Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard, Vince Patton, to the show. Vince served as the principal advisor to the Commandant of the Coast Guard. His role focused on career development, work environment, quality of life issues, and personnel matters affecting over 36,000 enlisted military service members. Loree worked with Vince at Military.com, where he had a profound effect on the development of Loree's leadership style; she learned first-hand from Vince about the importance of positivity while in a leadership role. Tune in to hear Vince and Loree discuss...
2020-08-1044 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsFacebook Executive & City Councilwoman Giselle Hale Shares Powerful Leadership Strategies for Our Brave New 2020 WorldIn this episode, Loree welcomes an extraordinary leader, Councilwoman, and businesswoman, Giselle Hale. Giselle spent nine years at Facebook and rose to executive leadership roles supporting product and partnership teams. She then went on to run for office and currently serves on the City Council of Redwood City, serving as a leader who stands up for what she believes in and collaborates with community leaders to get things done. Tune in to hear Loree and Giselle discuss their leadership styles and vulnerabilities, as well as what being a female leader involves and what has recently changed for leaders in...
2020-08-0734 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsBusiness Culture Development Lessons Learned from Navy Flight Officer & Serial Entrepreneur Chris MichelIn this episode, Loree welcomes long-time friend, fellow Navy veteran, and successful serial entrepreneur, Chris Michel. Chris started his career in naval aviation as a naval flight officer. After earning an MBA at Harvard Business School, Chris started two successful companies Military.com and Affinity Labs, both of which were acquired by Monster.com. He's served on many boards for private and public companies, as well as nonprofits. In addition to being a successful businessman, Chris is also an incredibly talented photographer, whose photographs have been used by National Geographic, the Smithsonian, The New York Times, and the BBC...
2020-08-0530 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsWhat Does a New Startup Mindset Look Like During a Global Pandemic? Thriving Entrepreneur Sandra Shpilberg Reveals Her Secrets to SuccessIn this episode, Loree welcomes successful entrepreneur, speaker, and author, Sandra Shpilberg, to the show. After great success with her first startup and its acquisition by the leading provider of global services to the life science industry, Sandra is now building her second startup, Adnexi. Earlier this year, she published her bestselling book, 'New Startup Mindset,' which introduces a novel approach and mindset to starting and building a new company. Shpilberg demonstrates that the traditional Silicon Valley startup formula is broken; she provides readers with insights and practical tools to follow her approach to startups, engaging a new...
2020-08-0324 minSupersonic Leaders & Teams31st Commandant of the USMC, CEO of an International Bank, & President of Birmingham Southern College, General Charles Krulak: The Pinnacle of LeadershipFor those who don't know this about the Marine Corps, being selected to serve as the Commandant of an elite military force like the Marine Corps means that General Krulak is at the pinnacle of leadership; the highest leadership position in the USMC. What's even more admirable about this man is what he did after serving the country for 36 years. He continued his service in the public sector, first as the chairman and CEO of an International Bank, and then later as the president of Birmingham Southern College. His distinguished leadership doesn't stop there. General Krulak serves as co-chair...
2020-08-0148 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsCelebrating the Crooked Path: The Importance of Diversity & Psychological Safety in Team Building with Special Guest Jen GrantIn this episode, Loree welcomes Supersonic Leader Jen Grant. Jen is the CEO of Turbo Systems, a Silicon Valley startup that enables businesses to easily build custom applications that can be rapidly and seamlessly deployed to any user. From a marketer at Google to growing and leading teams for two very successful Valley companies, Box and Looker, Jen brings her profound expertise and insight to leadership and teambuilding. Tune in to hear Jen's leadership journey and what it means to develop teams in such a way that allows the team members to have ownership of what they do while...
2020-07-3134 minSupersonic Leaders & TeamsFrom a Navy Combat Pilot to Team Leader at Google & Facebook - Learn Loree Draude's Supersonic Approach to LeadershipWhy Loree Draude? She certainly is not your average Navy pilot. After serving 10 years in the Navy flying jets on and off aircraft carriers worldwide, Loree went on to develop and lead teams at Google, Facebook, and several startups. Loree's leadership approach draws from supporting teams of sailors in her squadrons, coupled with her multi-faceted experience working with some of the brightest minds and inspiring leaders in Silicon Valley. So why a podcast about leadership and teams in 2020? From COVID-19 to racial injustice struggles, it's clear that strong leadership is needed now more than ever. Loree Draude, along with...
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