Dr. Ajay Vinze is Dean of the Costello College of Business at George Mason University. Dean Vinze brings a wealth of experience from his extensive career in business education and has been a catalyst for transformative initiatives that bridge the gap between business education and real-world impact.

From his pioneering work in creating dynamic learning environments to his deep commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within the academic space, Dean Vinze is a true visionary and I am so glad to share this conversation with you all. 

Lisa Roger is a seasoned business executive, board member, advisor, and author. She has held influential roles as COO and CIO, demonstrating her versatility and leadership across various domains.

Christie Nader is the Chief Information Officer at Jet Aviation. Christie’s expertise in information technology and her strategic vision have been instrumental in driving innovation and efficiency at Jet Aviation.

In this episode, we’ll explore their career journeys, leadership philosophies, and the challenges they’ve overcome. We’ll delve into their insights on business transformation, technology, and the evolving role of women in leadership. Whether you’re an aspiring leader or a seasoned professional, this conversation is packed with valuable lessons and inspiration.

Cortney Worthy is a seasoned professional in the world of privacy and technology. As Compliance Data Governance Leader at Zoom, she has been leading cross functional teams while developing data governance and data management capabilities. In this episode, Cortney provides insightful privacy knowledge and advice for aspiring privacy professionals and technology leaders. 

In this episode, Akanksha speaks with Susannah Wellford, CEO and Founder of Running Start, an organization that amplifies the voices of young women and train them to run for public office. She has travelled around the world speaking with young women everywhere and makes sure their voices are heard. Listen to hear them discuss the roles of women in leadership, gender balance in politics, and inspiring young women and girls! Keep listening, keep being inspired....

Listen to hear Akanksha speak with Drew Alexander Forde and Trevor Bumgarner, two amazing, talented, and inspiring, Juliard trained musicians and the co-hosts/creators of the Faking Notes Podcast (a podcast for artist entrepreneurs). Both Drew and Trevor also interview rising artists through their Faking Notes Podcast in hopes to support and help the community of entrepreneurial artists around the world thrive. Be sure to subscribe to Podheriya on Youtube and follow Podheriya on any of your preferred platforms! Keep listening, keep being inspired...

In this episode of Podheriya, Akanksha speaks with Simone Askew, first lieutenant in the United States Army and the first African American woman to earn the role of First Captain at the United States Military Academy, the highest ranking position amongst the Corps of Cadets. Additionally, Simone graduated in 2018 with a Bachelor of Science in International History and a minor in Environmental Engineering, and was named by Glamour magazine as one of the top 10 College Women of the Year. She was granted a Rhodes Scholar in 2017 and earned a master of science with merit in refugee and forced migration studies from Oxford University in 2019, and is currently pursuing a master of public policy from the Blavatnik School of Government at University of Oxford. Listen to be inspired! 

This episode of Podheriya features Akanksha speaking with Layla and Annika, Co-founders of Letters for Rose. Letters for Rose is an organization that has grown into a national effort to reduce the loneliness of the elderly in nursing homes, during the COVID-19 pandemic. They spread such an important message of how much value the interactions they had with residents at the senior centers prior to the pandemic held, and have been able to continue to make a difference in the lives of many elderly people during this pandemic. Tune in to listen to the story behind how Letters for Rose was created, how their national level organization operates, and more! Be sure to follow Podheriya on your preferred platform and stay tuned for the upcoming episodes!