Shows
Chief Influencer®Influencing with Intention: Why Authenticity Always Wins | Nneka ChiazorNneka Chiazor, President of the Public Affairs Council, discusses the evolving role of influence, leadership, and authenticity in today’s complex and fast-paced environment. Drawing on her deep experience in both the public and private sectors, including leading 1,200 employees at Cox Communications, Nneka shares why public affairs is no longer a cost center but a strategic investment in social capital. She unpacks her “MERCI Framework” for thoughtful leadership, discusses the importance of internal influence, and reflects on how leaders must now show up with intention, reliability, and heart. From the Queen Elizabeth II communication rule to the power of Linked...
2025-08-2755 min
The Political LifeMeet Nneka Chiazor, New President at the Public Affairs CouncilIn today's episode, Maggie Mick is joined by Nneka Chiazor, the newly installed President for the Public Affairs Council. The two discuss Nneka's career, her vision for the Council moving forward, and she shares all the ways any professional in public or government affairs can get involved. More about upcoming Public Affairs Council events here.
2025-07-1830 min
Getting to the Top!How to Lead High-Performing Teams and Drive Strategic Growth | Nneka ChiazorJoin us in this inspiring episode as we sit down with Nneka Chiazor, a 20-year veteran of the telecommunications industry, and the Market Vice President for Hampton Roads at Cox Communications. Nneka leads a team of over 1300 individuals, delivering exceptional service to more than 300,000 customers.Starting her career as a robotics programmer, Nneka’s journey has been marked by leadership excellence, a deep commitment to strategic growth, and a passion for inclusion within the workplace. Before joining Cox in 2017, she served as Vice President of Public Policy & Government Affairs at Verizon, advocating on critical is...
2024-10-0746 min
Black Wall Street Today with Blair Durham(17) Best of Black Business vol, 17 - @NnekaChiazor on #BlackWallStreetToday with #BlairDurhamHost Blair Durham and Cox Communication's Nneka Chiazor have an enlightening discussion, touching on growth in Black Wallstreet and the economic wealth gap. Follow: https://twitter.com/nnekachiazor
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2020-11-1121 min
The Empowered in My Skin PodcastNneka Chiazor: Own Your Seat at the Table
Nneka Chiazor is a Regional Vice President of Government & Public Affairs at Cox Communications. She has a decades of experience working in the technology and broadcast media industry. She is skilled in Strategic Negotiations, Revenue & Profit Enhancement, Corporate Event Management, Government Affairs and Corporate Communications. Having been born in St. John’s, Newfoundland, raised in Montreal, Quebec and Lagos, Nigeria, and now living in the United States, she has great cultural experience and lends that experience to help other thrive in uncertain territory.Active in numerous civic and business organizations, Nneka is a member of the Federal Communications Bar Association and h...
2020-04-0544 min