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Welcome to LYLTalks—the podcast where senior leaders and aspiring executives explore what it takes to thrive in high-impact roles. Hosted by Lisa Anna Palmer, Founder at Light Your Leadership Inc. acclaimed author, executive coach, and founder of Light Your Leadership Inc. LYLTalks dives deep into the nuances of progressive leadership and career evolution.

In this episode, Lisa sits down with Darren DeJean, President & Founder, Revigence, a former Vice President. He is transformational leader with over 20 years of experience driving revenue growth, building high-performance teams, and mastering leadership transitions. From co-founding startups to steering executive teams through challenges, Darren shares his personal journey of embracing failure, self-regulation, and mentoring others to achieve their fullest potential.

Designed for forward-thinking leaders who value transparency, accountability, and human connection, this conversation is packed with actionable insights. Darren recounts pivotal career moments, from stepping into his first VP role to navigating the complexities of executive team dynamics. He reflects on lessons learned—like the power of embracing mistakes as opportunities, building trust across teams, and fostering a positive, collaborative culture.

Whether you're preparing for the leap from director to VP, looking for strategies to handle the pressures of senior leadership, or eager to build relationships that spark growth, Darren’s wisdom will inspire and empower. Plus, he offers practical advice for networking, finding mentors, and keeping your team aligned with the organization’s mission.

Join us on LYLTalk for candid conversations with the leaders shaping tomorrow. Together, let’s unlock the tools to lead with purpose, courage, and clarity. Ready to transform your leadership journey? Tune in now!

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Lisa Anna Palmer, Light Your Leadership Inc. & LYLTalks: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisaannapalmer/

Darren De Jean, Revigence:
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Host Lisa Anna Palmer, interviews guest Dr. Joseph J. Lestrange, a first responder during 9/11 who is now a top Law Enforcement and Public Safety Expert, to demystify AI for Leaders in Law Enforcement and Public Safety.

Dr. Lestrange, an AI Evangelist and former DHS Executive who is currently the Executive Vice President / Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer for METIS Intelligence—North America. METIS is a leading provider of AI-driven intelligence solutions for law enforcement, public safety, and security agencies. 

During this episode of LYLTalks, they discussed a range of related hot topics including the pending technology revolution of AI in law enforcement, how humans will still be needed at the end of the day to make sound decisions, and how leaders in law enforcement and beyond need to strategically plan the budgeting, integration, and training and and governance for AI solutions in their agencies to successfully and responsibly manage the massive changes that the AI revolution is bringing into the way we work and live. 

The bottom line is that when it comes to AI, since it is here to stay and you can't beat them ... join them—and do it in a well-thought-out and proactive way with guidance from professionals who can help you put in place the proper guardrails and governance structures to mitigate liabilities and ensure it is used for the greater good.

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METIS-Intelligence website: https://www.metis-intelligence.com/

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In this candid LYLTalk, I interviewed the amazing Beth Borody about her leadership journey to Vice President at New Gold Inc., a mining company, and then as Founder & CEO of the Femina Collective as well as an executive at IRMA.

In it she shares about her journey and the tough choices that she has had to make along the way, the human experience of senior leadership, and how she established the Femina Collective to help other women executives live their best life. Visit The Femina Collective or connect with Beth via LinkedIn: Beth Borody.

WHO IS BETH BORODY?

Beth offers a fresh, new and innovative voice in the mining industry and is committed to propelling this industry into the future. She is the Mining Sector Lead at IRMA—which stands for the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance, and she is also the founder and CEO of Femina Collective, a social enterprise that empowers women in mining and related sectors through mentorship, networking, and advocacy. Prior to that she had served as the Vice President of Sustainability at New Gold Inc., where she led the development and implementation of the company’s ESG strategy, policies, and practices.
 
She believes in creating and implementing positive change involving sustainability, on both an environmental and social context.
 
Beth has actively worked with Indigenous partners to promote economic inclusion, more diverse supply chains and to address challenges related to climate action, water management and reclamation. These experiences have led to an in-depth understanding of the holistic planetary impact on and from industry in critical decision making.
 
Beth has a degree in Global Studies and Political Science, holds a Corporate Directors certificate, worked human rights journalism. She was recognized as one of the Globe and Mail’s top 50 changemakers in Canada for 2021, for her work in pushing the boundaries for mining to be more diverse and inclusive.

Beth is passionate about feminism, Indigenous rights, and climate crisis action. Beth brings a uniquely global worldview to her work and has worked extensively in Sub-Saharan Africa and North America, bridging worldviews and creating impactful strategies around sustainability and ESG.

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Host, Lisa Anna Palmer, interviews Denise M. Dudley, Ph.d., a psychologist, communication and relationship coach, professional trainer and keynote speaker, author, business consultant, and founder and former CEO of SkillPath Seminars, the world’s largest public training company, which has trained over 12 million people worldwide. 

Together, they explore common fears and mental health challenges of senior leaders and strategies to help them overcome them. The idea is that if a senior leader pays attention to their own mental health and wellness, they will not only feel better and learn to love life more, they will also show up as a better person at work, which will also benefit others: their teams, their company, and the community.

Follow Denise on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisedudleyauthor/, and check out her latest book available on Amazon: Work It! Get In, Get Noticed, Get Promoted. For enquiries, you can email Denise at [email protected].

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Lisa has a LYLTalk with guest Claudia T. Miller, a sought-after Career Coach in the Tech industry. She provides strategic insights and support in developing a leadership and talent pipeline focusing on Women/Women of Color. Claudia has worked with Top Fortune 500 Clients and partnered with World Business Chicago to create a Workforce Development strategy in coordination with the City. Together, Lisa and Claudia cover a wide range of hot topics affecting career advancement for women and women of colour, such as being underpaid to do three-people's worth of work, preparing for promotions, and setting healthy boundaries to avoid burning out as an executive. They also discussed how women must pull together to bust through the glass ceiling and how getting women into leadership roles benefits the organization as a whole. Connect with Claudia on Linkedin, or learn more at claudiatmiller.com

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Lisa engages in a discussion with Peter Ivanov, an international speaker who originates from Bulgaria and who is now based in Hamburg, Germany. With a background in mathematics, technology, and leadership, Peter has delivered keynotes in 26 countries and provided management consulting services to big brands like IKEA, Lufthansa, European Central Bank, BloombergTV and many others. These days, Peter focuses his work on helping organizations to navigate the intersection of leadership and AI. Lisa and Peter explore how AI is transforming the workplace and how top leaders can develop a road map to integrate AI into all aspects of their business strategies. They also discussed how AI can help leaders to stop micromanaging and start trusting their employees.  Peter is the author of "Virtual Power Teams" and "Power Teams Beyond Borders," and a world champion discus thrower for men over 45. You can connect with Peter via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterivanovspeaker/ and visit his website: www.Peter-ivanov.com.

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Lisa talks with Peter Ivanov, an award-winning Leader, Entrepreneur, Athlete, father of five girls, and Virtual Teams Expert with over 20 years of international experience. In this episode, they discuss what makes a leader the “Best of the Best”, how to motivate teams as a leader, and advice for leaders in the face of emerging trends. They journey from teams learning to parachute together,  to how AI is teaching people how to be more compassionate, to how teams are like the cosmos, and discuss what is the force that allows teams to surpass results in fun and healthier ways. Check out Peter’s book, “Virtual Power Teams”, and connect with him on Linkedin or at peter-ivanov.com/contact.

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Lisa talks with Eric Beck, who is the CEO of Founder’s Fire and the former International Director of Training for E-Myth Worldwide, in addition to being a former touring musician, international martial arts medalist, Specialist in the United States Army National Guard, TEDx speaker, and father of six. Lisa and Erik discuss their thoughts on mission statements, coaching Millennials and Gen Z, and preparing your children for the rapidly evolving labour market. They also discussed how there is hope for the future. Learn more about Founder’s Fire at https://www.foundersfire.com

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Lisa talks with Lewis S. Eisen, author of the international bestseller, How to Write Rules that People Want to Follow: A guide to drafting respectful policies and directives. Combining his experience practicing law with over 20 years of business consulting and 12 years working within the federal government of Canada, Lewis helps to shift organizations’ policy-writing culture from confrontational to cooperative. In this episode, Lisa and Lewis dive into how leaders can begin to tackle updating policies in a post-pandemic world, the effect of using positive language, and the importance of trust and flexibility when writing policies. Connect with Lewis on Linkedin, or at lewiseisen.com.

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Host Lisa Anna Palmer interviews  Jason W. Freeman, author of “Awkwardly Awesome: Embracing My Imperfect Best,” about authenticity and the courage to be yourself. Jason shares his journey and what led him to get up on stage against all odds. 

He talks about how living his dream of sharing his journey while embracing his speech impediment and unique walk helps people from around the globe to view their own dreams as closer and more attainable. He also shares techniques leaders can use to be more authentic and create safe spaces for employees to be themselves and be more creative. Jason holds a Master of Fine Arts in Poetry, delivers keynotes to schools and on various stages, and has delivered a TEDx Talk. You can reach Jason through his website: https://jasonwfreeman.com/

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