MOVING FORWARD 

Ronnie Macadaeg is an attorney, social entrepreneur and founder of Elevate, a company connecting students with industry leaders and career pathways. Today, Rondine will share how she is moving a generation of students forward. Successes at a glance: Attorney and social entrepreneur Founder of Elevate, connecting students to industry leaders, helping them find career pathways Rondine’s story: Rondine discovered her career calling early on. At age 7, she stood up on her family’

Gene Petrov is a leadership and management consultant, based out of Atlanta. Today, Gene will share how his family life ties in to his entrepreneurial big why. Successes at a glance: Husband, and father of three adopted kids Entrepreneur, founder of Petrov LMC Corp Leadership and management consulting US Air Force Staff Sergeant Russian Linguist Collection Manager / Coordinator Worked in various industries including Control Store Manager at PPG Industries and as a baker at a

Yigal Adato is an entrepreneur, leadership expert and founder of Leaderato and Legion of Leaders. Today, Yigal will share what it takes to find success while keeping true to your values and your relationships. Successes at a glance: Serial entrepreneur Founder, Leaderato and Legion of Leaders: Leadership coaching Public speaking Mentoring Setback failure or time when things fell apart: As you will discover in the next section, Yigal achieved major success as an entrepreneur.

Sophie Abdennabi, yoga teacher, leadership development expert, and seeker of truth, shares her journey within as she dealt with love and loss at a young age.  Her decision to choose love over fear is one that will inspire you upon your own path to the essence of your heart. Resources: Mosaic Yoga Creativity: The Psychology of Discovery and Innovation (paperback) | Kindle by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi Gates of Fire: An Epic Novel of the Battle of Thermopylae (paperback) | Kindle

Also be sure to listen to Moving Forward, bonus episode, 049.5; where Kristen and Ross discuss the state of education for women in the developing world. Ross Wehner: the founder of World Leadership School and discusses with Kristen his transformation from reporting on the world’s biggest problems to creating a game changing solution that is empowering young people to become the leaders of tomorrow.  His decision to seek out his “crucible moment” changed his trajectory, provin

Todd Mersch, co-founder and executive vice-president of sales and marketing at XCellAir, discusses the challenges and realities of running a telecommunications start-up.  Trained as an engineer, Todd breaks stereotypes by demonstrating his ability to be both a linear thinker and a creative communicator.  His straight-forward answers and dynamic leadership style will surprise and inspire you to see the benefits of mastering both hard and soft skills. Resources: XCellAir Connec

Listen to the full interview by clicking the play button above.  Moving Forward is also available on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Google Play and iHeartRadio. Resources: Campaign Grid Coro Fellowship YouTube Channel Connect with Jordan: Email Jordan LinkedIn Twitter Recs & Reads: We’ve partnered with Amazon so you can explore and purchase many of the great books, movies and media recommended by our guests on ‘Moving Forward.’  Simply click on the links below to view and shop. ****

Listen to the full interview by clicking the play button above.  Moving Forward is also available on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Google Play and iHeartRadio. Resources: Griff Strategic Leadership The Johns Hopkins Carey Business School Bello Machre (“Home of My Heart”) Connect with Griff: Email Griff Phone: 410.279.6639 Recs & Reads: We’ve partnered with Amazon so you can explore and purchase many of the great books, movies and media recommended by our guests on ‘Moving Forward.’