Welcome back to Leadership Line of Sight, where the second-chancer himself, Jesse Crosson, is back for a second time! Jesse, who describes himself as a "second-chancer," has an incredible story of resilience, redemption, and leadership that we're excited to hear more about. Convicted at just 18 years old for charges related to gun violence and home invasion during a period of active drug addiction, Jesse spent 19 years in prison before being granted a pardon. However, he didn't let his time i...

Rebecca Krauthamer is an accomplished entrepreneur and visionary in the world of quantum computing, AI ethics, and technology that empowers and improves lives. A former Techstars Starburst 2021 Cohort member, she has an impressive background in various tech ventures and has played a pivotal role in shaping innovative solutions such as QuSecure's QuProtect™. Recognized as a Forbes Top 30 under 30, Rebecca's wealth of knowledge and experience inspires discussions around the potential of technol...

Dr. Susan Elizabeth Black OBE is a British computer scientist, academic, and social entrepreneur who is a multi award-winning Professor of Computer Science at Durham University and a Forbes World Top 50 Women in Tech. She is known for her advocacy for women in technology and her successful campaign to save Bletchley Park. She is the founder of BCSWomen, the UK's first online network for women in tech, and #techmums, a social enterprise empowering mothers and their families through tech. Dr. B...

William Hurley, or whurley as he is known to the world, is a leading expert in quantum computing dedicated to democratizing quantum computing as it emerges to make it accessible to everyone.Recorded the day after his awe-inspiring presentation at SxSW, our host, Taylor, sits down with whurley to unpack his thoughts and the anxiety he experienced leading up to his presentation that may be known as the first of it’s kind.With the unwavering support of his team at Strangeworks, whurley man...

Charlie Fink is a Forbes columnist, podcast host, and author of AR-enabled books on the metaverse. He teaches XR and Metaverse Studies at Chapman University and has had a 40-year career at the intersection of popular culture and technology, including work at Walt Disney Feature Animation, Virtual World Entertainment, and AOL. Fink gives keynotes on the Metaverse globally and consults for tech companies to help them tell their stories.Taylor Hack, a tech investor, marketing expert, and real es...

Samantha G. Wolfe is the Founder of PitchFWD, a strategic consultancy focused on accelerating the adoption of emerging technologies. She works with some of the most innovative companies in VR, AR, haptics, and the metaverse on branding, marketing, and business strategies.An author, judge, keynote speaker, and subject matter expert, Sam is known for her infectious enthusiasm, insightful talks and panels, incredible network, and inspirational mentorship. Sam has the superpower ability of identi...

Ashley Mielke is an Edmonton-based licensed psychologist with specialization in grief healing. Ashley is speaking from personal experience because she lost her father to alcoholism, drug abuse, and suicide. Since 2013, she has facilitated hundreds of Grief Recovery Method® Programs, helping others who are grieving a range of losses as a result of her own healing journey. She is committed to helping others in greater and more substantial ways and is now working toward her doctorate in psycholo...

She’s back! Chandra Devam returns to talk to us from her perspective as board member at SxSW 2023 with only a month until the legendary tech conference starts. Chandra is a co-founder & the CEO of ARIS MD, a business whose goal is to combat medical errors, which are one of the main causes of death in first world countries throughout the world. ARIS MD has a big vision for the future of medicine and wants to use X-Ray vision to revolutionize surgery, as well as having dynamic abilities in ...

With a relentless focus on RRI’s continued growth, Storm’s role in business development combines her passion for helping others succeed with her 25+ years of experience in personal development and entrepreneurial management. For the past 15 years, Storm Fletcher has helped grow Richard Robbins International into the foremost authority in Canadian real estate training and coaching. A master of her craft, Fletcher is instrumental to the innovative development and growth at RRI. An advocate for ...

In the field of fashion and costumes, Phaedra Godchild has achieved great success. She has established a successful career working as a costume shopper and buyer on blockbuster movies and television shows like Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2020), Black Summer S2, and Paramount Television productions. Phaedra has vast experience working as a wardrobe stylist for commercial campaigns, fashion publications, and shows in addition to her work as a costume designer. She is a frequent style expert on var...