The Breakthrough

Being an active listener and practicing emotional intelligence are two qualities Helen Norris, Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Chapman University, believes a person in a leadership role should strive for. And her skills as a leader have shown to be nothing short of awe-inspiring as she and her team continue to navigate and rework the technology required for a university to operate in the high flex environment brought on by COVID-19. Join Alison Dean, VP of Operations at Theorem, as she and Helen explore what the university picture currently looks like, the importance of being both accessible and present to team members, and why technology’s primary role is to enhance the lives of those it’s designed to serve.

Jon Snoddy, Vice President for the Advanced Development Studio at Walt Disney Imagineering, started his career as a recording engineer, and now leads one of the most innovative teams in the entertainment industry. Join Alison Dean as she and Jon explore the advancements of technology over the years, the future of artificial intelligence in storytelling, and the value of working alongside collaborators who aren’t afraid to try new things.

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Jon Snoddy, Vice President for the Advanced Development Studio at Walt Disney Imagineering, started his career as a recording engineer, and now leads one of the most innovative teams in the entertainment industry. Join Alison Dean as she and Jon explore the advancements of technology over the years, the future of artificial intelligence in storytelling, and the value of working alongside collaborators who aren’t afraid to try new things.

Creating a vision and acting with intent are skills that Kelly Huang, current VP of Product at Ethyca, takes into her everyday operations. She employed those principles to succeed in large-scale projects, like designing electronic medical record systems, and she continues to utilize her immense talent in product strategy and problem-solving to work toward a safer online world. 

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Creating a vision and acting with intent are skills that Kelly Huang, current VP of Product at Ethyca, takes into her everyday operations. She employed those principles to succeed in large-scale projects, like designing electronic medical record systems, and she continues to utilize her immense talent in product strategy and problem-solving to work toward a safer online world. 

How is neuroscience related to running a truly transparent company? Are most leaders open to transparency, or is that just a current buzzword being thrown around for effect?  Tony Dottino, founder of Dottino Consulting Group, doesn’t just study strategy, transformation, and employee engagement, he lives it. By asking the right questions, understanding the brain’s fight or flight response, and using both empathy and energy, Tony explores the science of how leaders can invoke a real and lasting change.

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How is neuroscience related to running a truly transparent company? Are most leaders open to transparency, or is that just a current buzzword being thrown around for effect?  Tony Dottino, founder of Dottino Consulting Group, doesn’t just study strategy, transformation, and employee engagement, he lives it. By asking the right questions, understanding the brain’s fight or flight response, and using both empathy and energy, Tony explores the science of how leaders can invoke a real and lasting change.

Sarah Richardson — current Senior Vice President and Chief Information Office at Tivity, and founder of Concierge Leadership — set out for a future in hospitality, but the world of IT captured her interest and became the cornerstone of her vibrant career. From tackling the technology of mega-resorts to working in the systems of healthcare, Sarah believes in the power of digital evolution and the value of asking questions. Imagine a world where an at home body scan can provide information on your overall health, and offer feedback for preventative care. Is that level of technology right around the corner? Tune into episode 5 of The Breakthrough to learn more about Sarah’s passion for revolutionizing health and fitness by giving consumers access to life changing tools, all from the safety of their own home.

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Sarah Richardson — current Senior Vice President and Chief Information Office at Tivity, and founder of Concierge Leadership — set out for a future in hospitality, but the world of IT captured her interest and became the cornerstone of her vibrant career. From tackling the technology of mega-resorts to working in the systems of healthcare, Sarah believes in the power of digital evolution and the value of asking questions. Imagine a world where an at home body scan can provide information on your overall health, and offer feedback for preventative care. Is that level of technology right around the corner? Tune into episode 5 of The Breakthrough to learn more about Sarah’s passion for revolutionizing health and fitness by giving consumers access to life changing tools, all from the safety of their own home.

    Kevin Gray believes that the most impactful part of technology is what it can do for the people it serves. As the former VP of Global Media and Infrastructure Technology at Viacom, and the current Chief Information Officer for the city of Burbank, California, he’s continued to practice a thoughtful style of leadership to help build success. Tune into this episode of The Breakthrough with Theorem’s VP Operations, Alison Dean to learn what strategies Kevin has learned, the books that have helped him advance, and why he’d side himself with a boutique corporation versus a giant enterprise any-day. 

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