Eden Bridgeman Skelnar serves as owner, Chairwoman, and CEO of EBONY and JET and Chief Marketing Officer of Manna Inc. In this episode, Eden shares lessons from her work at EBONY and JET as well as the development of philanthropy events that foster diversity in her hometown. Eden reminds us of the importance of honoring history, the value of collaborative partnerships, and how to celebrate the "little wins".

Craig Greene is the Executive Vice President of Business Operations at Joe Gibbs Racing. A premier NASCAR race team, Joe Gibbs Racing has won five NASCAR Cup Series Championships and three NASCAR Xfinity Series Championships. In this episode, Craig teaches us the importance of optimizing team performance to improve communication and safety, reminds us of the power of partnerships, and shares diversity and inclusion efforts within NASCAR. Whether it is driving 200mph cars or leading a pediatric cardiology team, we are reminded that "you win with people."

Welcome to another season of RISE with Emily and Audra! In this short introduction, learn more about what we have been up to over the past few months and what we have planned for Season 2.

Lindsey Ofcacek is co-founder and managing director of the LEE Initiative, an organization that develops and leads impactful programs that address the need for more diversity and equality in the restaurant industry. The organization has been recognized in the New York Times, Food and Wine, Forbes, Robb Report and many other publications. In this episode, Lindsey teaches us the importance of creative partnerships and the value of empowering others.

Ben Sollee is an American cellist, Emmy award-winning composer, and multi-faceted creative known for his political activism and advocacy. In this episode, Ben shares his experiences, the importance of sampling, and his mission to create a greater sense of togetherness.

Leonard S. Coleman, Jr. is the former president of the National League of Professional Baseball Clubs and has served as commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Energy. He is an honorary chairman of the Jackie Robinson Foundation and serves on the Board of Directors for a variety of corporations. In this episode, Len shares the importance of sharing your personal gifts with others and the value of mentors.

Caroline Burckle is a former professional swimmer and a 2008 Olympic medalist. She is co-founder of RISE Athletes, a mentoring program where professional and Olympic athletes empower youth athletes in sports and life. In this episode, Caroline shares the power of conversations and connections in personal and business development.

Randall Cobb, a National Football League wide receiver for the Green Bay Packers, has had a successful career as a professional athlete. In this episode, he shares the value he places on education and we learn about Randall's leadership strategies, particularly leading by example, both on and off the field.

Littlemore Organics, a Harvard pediatrician & mom built business, creates healthy snack puffs for babies and toddlers. Co-founders Joana Fraser and Lauren Bain started the business with the belief that both kids and parents deserve more at snack time. In this episode, we are reminded of the value of stakeholders and learn how Joana and Lauren blended professional expertise and family preferences to create their company.