Join us for our “Values in Motion” executive retreat, October 21-23, 2026. If you’re a senior leader who needs to scale your team without losing your soul, or you are facing a career crossroads, you will benefit from this gathering.

Last week’s executive luncheon was one for the books – both literally and figuratively. We welcomed Charlene Li back to the DMV. We celebrated her seventh book: Winning with AI: The 90-Day Blueprint for Success.

Most organizations have plenty of AI activity — and not enough AI results. This fireside chat with Charlene Li and Lisa Nirell cuts through the noise.

Now that I’m approaching my 25th year in business, the wisdom gods have gifted me a special superpower: I hereby give you permission to ignore the goal-setting missives and mantras flooding your inbox. At least for a few days. 

Optimism, a passion for communication, and a strong work ethic have served me well in this life. But 2025 ushered in a more somber “senior superlative” moment. Thankfully, I listened.

As we enter the season of giving and receiving, I’m taking a break from the normal news messages and cheery holiday chatter.

Move from fear to flow in 2026. This keynote will help you start.

How to Lead High Performing Teams Without a Strategy. As the final weeks of summer unfold, two trends bug me…

I never set out to reach 42,700 people in two days. I was simply fed up with the news feed and shared my frustration on LinkedIn last Saturday. The post went viral. I hope my experience gives you a new perspective—it has for me. Here’s what unfolded.

The Midlife Innovator cohort (our 9th) will harness corporate and personal wisdom to fuel reinvention and long-term growth.