ML337: Dr. Vince Molinaro (CEO @LeadwithLCI.com)

by | Jun 30, 2025 | Author, CEO, Leadership | 0 comments

Dr. Vince Molinaro is a global authority on leadership accountability.

After the loss of a cherished mentor, Vince made it his mission to build stronger leaders by making accountability not just a value, but a way of life. From startups to Fortune 500s, he’s helped organizations around the world create cultures where leaders step up, take ownership, and drive real results.

As the founder and CEO of Leadership Contract Inc., Vince blends research with real-world insight—delivering practical strategies leaders can use today. He’s also the bestselling author of The Leadership Contract, Accountable Leaders, and his newest release, Community of Leaders.

Named a Top Business Speaker in 2023, Vince shows us that with the right mindset—and a bit of humor—accountable leadership can transform entire organizations.

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ML336: Ujwal Arkalgud (Leader @InvestmentArk.net)

by | Jun 22, 2025 | Leadership | 0 comments

Ujwal Arkalgud is a founder who bootstrapped his B2B tech company to a ten times revenue exit. What makes his story fascinating isn’t just the exit, but how he got there. 

As a trained anthropologist, Ujwal decoded what he called the invisible rules that shape entrepreneurial success—rules most founders miss. With just $5,000 in seed money, he built and scaled a business to exit in an industry dominated by massive companies with huge marketing budgets and startups with millions in venture funding.

Now, through his family office Investment Ark and his Decision Lab newsletter, Ujwal helps the 99% of founders who aren’t chasing unicorn status build resilient, profitable businesses. He’s documenting these insights in his upcoming book.

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ML335: Ashley Bernardi (Leader & Author)

by | Jun 6, 2025 | Author, Coach, Leadership | 0 comments

Ashley Bernardi is an award-winning podcaster and author, media relations expert and trainer, and founder and CEO of Nardi Media LLC, a full service media relations firm that specializes in media placements and training for authors, thought-leaders, entrepreneurs, non-profits, and more. Ashley served as a network television news producer for nearly a decade, with credits including CBS News, energyNOW!, a nationally syndicated energy and environmental show on Bloomberg TV, and Washington Post Live. She has a passion for helping authors grow from zero exposure to household names, and has helped multiple authors to launch their books and become on the New York Times Best Sellers, including Mel Robbins, Dr. Susan Pierce Thompson, and Dr. Gabrielle Lyon. Her clients have been placed in top-tier publications and media outlets including The Washington Post, The New York Times, TODAY, Good Morning America, CBS This Morning, NPR, Fortune, Business Insider, USA TODAY, PEOPLE, TIME, CNBC, Bloomberg, Real Simple, and hundreds more. She is a regularly featured expert in the media, including Forbes, The Washington Times, Good Morning Washington, Great Day Washington, and Good Day DC. She is also the author of the award-winning book, Authentic Power: Give Yourself Permission to Feel.

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ML334: Matt Ley (Leader & Author)

by | Jun 1, 2025 | Author, Leadership | 0 comments

Matt Ley is a dynamic speaker, consultant, and coach who champions the concept of Fulfillment ROI—the powerful idea that when the value created exceeds the energy invested, we unlock fulfillment and sustainable success. Whether he’s working with executives, teams, or entire organizations, Matt helps reduce energy drains and elevate value-driven results.

He’s also the creator of The Triple A of Change: Attitudes, Activities, and Accountability—a proven framework that ensures every learning moment delivers a tangible return. Matt shows up with the mindset that your time, talent, and energy are treasures—and he’s here to help you multiply them.

From captaining a national championship Ultimate team, to leading churches, responding to global crises, and managing corporate operations, Matt’s journey is anything but ordinary. He’s taught at DePaul, authored Manage Your Gaps, and delivered over 200 talks—but what sets him apart is his passion for empowering people with real tools for real change.

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Book: Manage Your Gaps

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ML333: Jennifer Swanson (CEO of Tuckpoint.com)

by | May 11, 2025 | CEO, Leadership | 0 comments

Jennifer Swanson is the Founder and CEO of Tuckpoint Advisory Group, a collective of digital transformation experts helping world-class organizations integrate digital technology into all areas of their business, significantly improving how they operate and customer experiences.

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ML332: Deanna Jones (Leader @DeannaJonesNow.com)

by | May 1, 2025 | Leadership | 0 comments

Deanna Jones is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in the technology sector, specializing in sales and operations roles. Her career includes a 25-year tenure at Cisco Systems, where she transitioned to her authentic self in 2019. She serves as the President of the Harmony LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce and is an active member of the Raleigh Chamber of Commerce and NC Chamber of Commerce; she is also a member of both the Raleigh Metro and Triangle Society of Human Resource Management.  

Deanna is a proud member of the National Speakers Association of the Carolinas.

Drawing on her personal and professional experience, She helps organizations attract capable candidates, support their growth, and keep them engaged. Deanna shares her insights and advocates for inclusive environments across various platforms. Her transition at Cisco inspired her to become deeply involved with the LGBTQ+ community, leveraging her extensive experience and knowledge to assist companies in creating more diverse workplaces.

Deanna has spoken at many companies and conferences in the local area. She holds an MBA from Elon University and a Master’s in Instructional Technology from the University of Maryland University Global Campus.

Deanna enjoys speaking at the Monti, a storytelling group in Durham, and coaching T-Ball in her spare time.

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