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Leader 2 Leader Series:
Join Chamber President and CEO, Susan Spears on a journey as she interviews some of the top community leaders in this series. Susan and her guests will share their insight and wisdom on making teams more effective, leveling up your communication skills, and building the courage to lead during difficult times. The Leader2Leader series is about making the most of it all —with insights, research, advice, practical tips, and expertise to help you become the leader you desire to be.

This is a special MLK episode featuring Carley Swain Walker, Senior Director of Membership & Community Advancement at the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber.

Leader 2 Leader Series:
Join Chamber President and CEO, Susan Spears on a journey as she interviews some of the top community leaders in this series. Susan and her guests will share their insight and wisdom on making teams more effective, leveling up your communication skills, and building the courage to lead during difficult times. The Leader2Leader series is about making the most of it all —with insights, research, advice, practical tips, and expertise to help you become the leader you desire to be.

This weeks guest is Joel Griffin. Joel is the founder and CEO of Riphean, a private investment company. He is a chairman and co-founder of Gwyneth's Gift Foundation, a non profit dedicated to raising awareness and education of CPR and the use of defibrillators in honor of his oldest daughter Gwyneth. Being a U.S. Marine Veteran and an active member of the community, service before self is a motto that he models in every fiber of his life.

Leader 2 Leader Series:
Join Chamber President and CEO, Susan Spears on a journey as she interviews some of the top community leaders in this series. Susan and her guests will share their insight and wisdom on making teams more effective, leveling up your communication skills, and building the courage to lead during difficult times. The Leader2Leader series is about making the most of it all —with insights, research, advice, practical tips, and expertise to help you become the leader you desire to be.

This weeks's guest is Barbara Gustavson. Barbara is a Personal Development, Brain Health, & Leadership Specialist with her company Discover Next Step, and is an Executive Trainer & Facilitator with Amen University. 

Leader 2 Leader Series:
Join Chamber President and CEO, Susan Spears on a journey as she interviews some of the top community leaders in this series. Susan and her guests will share their insight and wisdom on making teams more effective, leveling up your communication skills, and building the courage to lead during difficult times. The Leader2Leader series is about making the most of it all —with insights, research, advice, practical tips, and expertise to help you become the leader you desire to be.

Today's Guest:  Paul Giambra President & CEO of Quarles Petroleum 

Leader 2 Leader Series:
Join Chamber President and CEO, Susan Spears on a journey as she interviews some of the top community leaders in this series. Susan and her guests will share their insight and wisdom on making teams more effective, leveling up your communication skills, and building the courage to lead during difficult times. The Leader2Leader series is about making the most of it all —with insights, research, advice, practical tips, and expertise to help you become the leader you desire to be.

Today's Guest: Kristi Wilder, CEO of Davis Defense Group

About Kristi:
As CEO of Davis Defense Group, Kristi oversees the strategic direction of the company. Under her direction, Davis Defense has achieved industry awards for phenomenal growth that include the Inc 500, Washington Technology Fast 50, and the Virginia Chamber of Commerce Fantastic 50. She drives revenue growth by developing and managing the corporate market strategy, and ensuring Davis Defense remains an efficient and effective organization. She maintains key relationships with industry, to include many of the top 100 government contractors. Kristi joined Davis Defense in 2004, after graduating James Madison University's School of Business. She is a practicing Project Management Professional with a certificate in Project Management from Georgetown University.

Leader 2 Leader Series:
Join Chamber President and CEO, Susan Spears on a journey as she interviews some of the top community leaders in this series. Susan and her guests will share their insight and wisdom on making teams more effective, leveling up your communication skills, and building the courage to lead during difficult times. The Leader2Leader series is about making the most of it all —with insights, research, advice, practical tips, and expertise to help you become the leader you desire to be.

Today's Guest: Dr. J.R. Flatter, Chairman, Chief Learning Officer, and President of Flatter, Inc. 

About J.R.: 
J.R. began his career in the Marine Corps, rising from an enlisted Private to Staff Sergeant before receiving a commission as a 2nd Lieutenant.  During his military career he excelled in the leadership roles of Platoon Sergeant, Drill Instructor, Platoon Commander, and Company Commander.  Additionally, he successfully completed staff tours of duty as a Manpower Policy Analyst, Antiterrorism/Force Protection/Nuclear Security Program Manager, and Business Processes Reengineering Project Manager.

J.R. holds a B.A. in Business Administration from the University of Washington; an M.S. in Management from the Naval Postgraduate School; and a Ph.D. in Public Sector Leadership Development from The George Washington University.

Join us for our Veterans Appreciation Podcast where we highlight the mission of local nonprofits and programs that work within the veteran community! 

This week's guest is Jasmine Gore from the Virginia Values Veterans program. Join us as she tells us about the benefits of the V3 program and how to get certified. https://dvsv3.com/

Join us for our Veterans Appreciation Podcast where we highlight the mission of local nonprofits and programs that work within the veteran community! This week's episode is with Jessica Ruyts of the Ruyts Foundation. https://ruytsfoundation.org/

Join us for our Veterans Appreciation Podcast where we highlight the mission of local nonprofits and programs that work within the veteran community! This week's episode is with Dave Ward and Joe Holmes from Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, a nonprofit dedicated to the rehabilitation of disabled service members. 

Join us for our Veterans Appreciation Podcast where we highlight the mission of local nonprofits and programs that work within the veteran community! This week's episode is with Justin Lehew of History Flight, a nonprofit in the Fredericksburg, VA area dedicated to researching, recovering and repatriating America’s service members.