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"Longevity is everything." - Erika Kegler

Sports have the power to transport you around the globe. Today’s guest is impacting the professional world of tennis and developing the athletes who play the game.

Erika Kegler, Director of Player Development, Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP), joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Erika’s role and responsibilities at ATP.
• What professional development programs entail for young professional tennis players.
• Erika shares how her love of sports ultimately led her to professional tennis.
• Connecting to sports with her father, and how she continues their bond at special sporting events.
• The most rewarding aspect of Erika’s work at ATP.
• Resilience in the journey.
• Erika the woman.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Erika Kegler
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"Everybody's life has value and purpose." - Whitney A. Jackson

Everyone has something positive to contribute to the community. We are all sisters and brothers in the human family. The more we know about each other, the better we know how to show up for one another. Today’s guest is showing up for women and children through Warrick Dunn Charities Inc.

Whitney A. Jackson, Warrick Dunn Charities Inc. Executive Director, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Warrick Dunn Charities Homes for the Holidays flagship program, in honor of Betty Smothers, Warrick’s mother.
• Whitney’s 20 years of impactful work in the community with a focus on women and children.
• Creating a family culture of giving back to the community.
• Warrick Dunn Charities’s partnership with affordable housing programs.
• The magic of transforming the awardees' house into a home.
• Whitney’s greatest memory of presenting a mother with her new home.
• Who is Whitney A. Jackson?
• Whitney shares words of wisdom for people considering careers in non profit mission driven work.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.comGuest:Whitney A. Jackson
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"Your success in one space can transfer over to another space, regardless of what it is." - Leslie Satchell

In due time the student has the opportunity to become the teacher. Today’s guest was a scholar track athlete at UVA and a third grade teacher. Now she is coaching and providing professional development to the next class of executives and coaches in professional sports. Leslie Satchell takes us to school on how to transfer one success to the next.

Leslie Satchell, CEO and Founder of Stretch, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• What Leslie does in the world of sports.
• How athletic skills and discipline transfer outside of sports.
• Leslie shares how her unique experience of working with the NFLPA and NFL has made her a unicorn in the space of equipping players who desire to transition to an executive.
• The value of institutional knowledge and the currency of relationships.
• The importance of cultivating all relationships as you move through your career.
• What’s next for Leslie.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Leslie Satchell
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic
By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"The athletes who are successful after the game are the ones who took authority when they were in the game ." - Tamara Washington

Experience is life’s greatest teacher. The key is applying the lessons learned along the way. Working with professional athletes and entertainers comes with many rewards and challenges. Today’s guest has acquired many lessons in her career as sports publicist and manager.

Tamara Washington, Founder and Executive Consultant at Boom Media and Image Consulting , joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Being intentional for others while ensuring the proper measure of intentionality is applied to you.
• Experience is life’s greatest teacher. The lessons Tamara has learned.
• Other streams of revenue Tamara activated as she built her roster of clients.
• How Tamara transferred her knowledge as a television producer to her public relations business.
• The opportunities available for women on the business side of sports.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Tamara Washington
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"Dont't put women in a box." - Odessa Jenkins

People talk about embracing the process. How many realize the process is where your dream unfolds before your eyes? The key is remaining committed even when the odds are stacked up against you. Today’s guest has a champion heart. She is committed to winning against all odds.

Odessa Jenkins, Founder of Women’s National Football Conference, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Who is Odessa?
• Birthing the Women’s National Football Conference.
• How to make strides in getting women playing tackle football compensated.
• OJ’s proven success.
• Being a disruptor to generate change that benefits all.
• When you’re the first, looking for comparison is second nature. Removing the comparison so women can simply shine.
• How Odessa desires for her children to see her.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Odessa Jenkins
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo ProductionsMusic
By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"Fit out, don’t fit in!" - Alvina Alston

Imagine setting up your office in a bathroom stall. Today’s guest was determined to walk into her calling to assist others in telling their stories. Alvina Alston has represented clients across all sports and entertainment. She is a builder of people. Alvina takes us to class on remaining true to who you are and humors us with her vibrant storytelling.

Alvina Alston, CEO at More Media Hits L.L.C, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Everything does not have to look perfect for you to step into your calling.
• Don’t talk yourself out of pursuing a purpose. Your gift is your qualifier.
• Being proud of who you are.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Alvina Alston / @moremediahits / https://moremediahits.com
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"You find your passion, you find your people." - Nausicaa Dell’Orto

Choosing how to live a life fulfilled comes at a price. You are worth every cent. Even when your dream requires going against the expectations of others. Your courage may be the fuel to ignite the reality for generations to come. Today’s guest knows all about this!

Nausicaa Dell’Orto, American Football Player, Captain of Italian National Team, Producer, and Forbes Italia 30 under 30, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Expansion of Milan Italy's premiere flag football league.
• Being Yourself and finding your own space.
• Nausicaa’s work at DAZN as a producer, storytelling through documentaries.
• Why it is important for athletes to explore passions outside of their sport.
• Humanizing professional athletes.
• What’s next for Nausicaa.

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Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Nausicaa Dell’Orto
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"If our cities and our communities aren’t better because we’re in it, then we shouldn’t be in that community." - Lauren Clayborne

When looking back on your journey, what word would you use to describe the journey? Today’s guest has two words for us – Surprise and Delight. Trusting the process may sound cliche, but if you stop you eliminate the opportunity for progress.

Lauren Clayborne, Golden State Warriors Director of Community Relations, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Why Lauren decided to work in sports.
• The importance of using the sports platform to do good and create missioned aligned community partnerships.
• The memory of impact that stands out and makes Lauren’s heart smile.
• The experiences that stretch and challenge us mentally, and the word of encouragement to push us through the wall opposing progress.
• When the focus should shift from the closed door to the opportunity to grow and further develop yourself.
• Getting access to the door you want does mean exempt you from challenges.
• Lauren crafts her perfect job description.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Lauren Clayborne
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie

"It really makes me feel good to see others benefit from what I do." - Therese Van Ryne

Creating a work culture with the love of community as a pillar is beneficial for everyone’s mental well-being and lowers stress. Today’s guest highlights the power of giving back as a benefit for a company’s employees.

Therese Van Ryne, Senior Director of External Communications for Zebra Technologies, joins host Tommi A. Vincent to discuss:

• Bernie’s Book Bank partnership with Zebra Technologies and Zippy’s Special Gift authored by Therese Van Ryne.
• Zebra Technologies’ partnership with Love Thy Neighbor for Vincent Country Safe Zone Activity Day.
• Zebra’s philanthropy philosophy: Doing well by doing good.
• The impact of philanthropy on the Zebra team.
• Why giving back is important to Therese.

Host: Tommi A. Vincent / @ChefTommiV / www.TommiV.com
Guest: Therese Van Ryne / Zebra Technologies
Produced by: Tommi A. Vincent, Dimitri Golden, and Tantillo Productions
Music By: Stichiz - Big T. Music / Roj & Twinkie