Retired U.S. Army General Robert Brown’s path to leadership was anything but conventional. Drawn to the military by its unwavering focus on mission, his decades of service in the Army emphasized mentorship, trust, and selflessness.…

Raymond Limon’s commitment to public service is rooted in his belief in the power of community. As Vice Chairman of the Merit Systems Protection Board, Limon views a deep understanding of human capital as essential…

For Susan Neely, President and CEO of the American Council of Life Insurers (ACLI), leadership extends beyond the workday. It”s also about being “for” a cause, both professionally and personally. Neely joins Shane Canfield, CEO…

After a storied career at the IRS and years of working as a union representative, Doreen Greenwald was elected National President of the National Treasury Employees Union. Greenwald joins Shane Canfield, CEO of WAEPA, to…

As the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s Chief People Officer, Elizabeth Kolmstetter sees a focus on people as absolutely crucial to her leadership style. Kolmstetter joins Shane Canfield, WAEPA CEO, to reflect on her years…

After the repeal of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell, Retired Army Major General Tammy Smith felt for the first time that she could lead her team authentically. Smith, a long-time Army leader and one of the…

After years of leadership with both the largest federal employee union and as a pastor, Everett Kelley reflects on his deep-rooted values of integrity and hard work. Kelley, National President of the American Federation of…

After growing up in rural Alabama and becoming the first person in his family to attend college, Dr. David Wilson has paved a 30-plus-year career in higher education, focused on elevating others from diverse backgrounds.…

Shawn Ferguson, Senior Vice President of Government Relations and Chief of Staff to the Office of the Chairman at the Special Olympics joins host Shane Canfield, CEO of WAEPA, to discuss the importance of leadership,…

After an exemplary career as a former executive at the FBI focused on policy and strategy, Sasha O’Connell, PhD is guiding future federal leaders as the Executive in Residence in the School of Public Affairs…

Angela Bailey, former Chief Human Capital Officer at the Department of Homeland Security and Founder and CEO of Ananda Life, joined host Shane Canfield, CEO of WAEPA, to discuss continual growth in leadership and how…

Melissa Bradley, a tri-sector leader and Managing Partner at 1863 Ventures, talks with Shane Canfield, host and CEO of WAEPA, about her experience with entrepreneurship, investment and leadership. Listen to Melissa’s insights about what future…

Cutler Dawson, Vice Admiral of the US Navy (Ret.) and former president and CEO of Navy Federal, joins host Shane Canfield, CEO of WAEPA, to discuss his leadership philosophy and offer practical insights he learned…

Rick Wade, Senior Vice President of Strategic Alliances and Outreach at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, joins host Shane Canfield, CEO of WAEPA, to discuss lessons that have inspired his career journey, how the events…