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Leaders in the Arena

Leaders in the Arena

By: Bridge Innovate
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Leaders in the Arena is provided by Bridge Innovate® to share valuable insights and lessons from our clients and network to support your innovation journey. Be inspired by the experiences and stories of creative, impactful, and innovative leaders to help your team navigate tough challenges and enable deeper insights. Bridge Innovate® is a global network of business strategists, consultants, and designers that team up with you to spark distinctive strategies, courageous leadership, and agile change to transform your organization for growth and good.Bridge Innovate Economics
Episodes
  • Authentic Leadership with Vicki Gordan and Sherri Parks
    Jun 18 2025

    What if your next competitive edge isn't a new strategy, but a more authentic leader?

    In this episode of ⁠⁠Leaders in the Arena⁠⁠, we explore how coaching can unlock untapped leadership potential and drive real business results. Vicki Gordan, Senior Vice President and Chief Auditor at Unum® (Retired), and Sherri Parks, Holistic Life Coach, share practical insights on how developing authentic, multi-dimensional leaders can transform teams and performance in today’s complex environment.

    What You'll Discover:

    • Unlock Hidden Leadership Potential - Learn how coaching helps uncover strengths that traditional development often misses.
    • The Business Case for Authentic Leadership - See how companies are achieving measurable improvements in performance and engagement.
    • What Authentic Leadership Really Looks Like - Understand how authenticity shows up in practice and why it matters.
    • Coaching Strategies That Work - Explore proven methods for building self-awareness, resilience, and trust.
    • Building a Coaching Culture - Find out how to create an environment that consistently develops authentic leaders.


    Catch the next episode of Leaders in the Arena, and check out other exciting events on our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.bridgeinnovate.com/events⁠⁠


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    30 mins
  • The Chattanooga Future Fund: Investing in Hope with Keri Randolph
    Jun 17 2025

    In this episode of ⁠⁠Leaders in the Arena⁠⁠, Keri Randolph, Executive Director of Chattanooga 2.0, dives into the game-changing Chattanooga Future Fund and its transformative impact on Hamilton County students. We explore the innovative financial solution designed to address educational and opportunity gaps, empowering the next generation of leaders.

    Key Topics Include:

    • What is the Chattanooga Future Fund? Discover how this new initiative is creating lasting change for students in Hamilton County by providing access to critical resources and opportunities.
    • Human-Centered Innovation: Learn how Bridge Innovate's approach of human-centered design is making this solution truly impactful, addressing the specific needs of students and empowering them to succeed.
    • Engaging Stakeholders: Understand how the traditionally slow-to-innovate financial services sector has come together to develop and launch this initiative, breaking barriers to create a more equitable future for all.
    • Closing the Opportunity Gap: Hear how the Chattanooga Future Fund is directly working to close the education and opportunity gap, leveling the playing field for students in the community.
    • Community Support: Find out how local businesses and organizations are partnering to make this initiative a reality and how their support is driving success.
    • What’s Next? Get a sneak peek at other innovative financial literacy solutions in the works that aim to further empower students and strengthen the community.
    • Leadership in Innovation: Gain valuable advice from leaders on how to drive innovation and inspire change in your own initiatives.

    • Catch the next episode of Leaders in the Arena, and check out other exciting events on our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.bridgeinnovate.com/events⁠⁠


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    32 mins
  • Adaptive Leadership for Growth with Wendy Gibson and Tom White
    Jun 9 2025

    In this episode of ⁠⁠Leaders in the Arena⁠⁠, hear an engaging and insightful session on how adaptability and continuous learning are key drivers of leadership growth. This episode with Wendy Gibson and Tom White, retired SVPs from Unum, is designed for both emerging and seasoned leaders who want to enhance their leadership skills and navigate change effectively.


    Discover practical strategies from experienced leaders on fostering growth, building resilience, and leading in a constantly evolving environment. You’ll leave with actionable tools and insights to drive success in your leadership journey.


    Key Takeaways:

    • Practical strategies for leading with resilience

    • How to foster a culture of adaptability in your team

    • Tools for navigating change and driving growth


    Wendy Gibson and Tom White dive deep into these five key topics during the session:

    1. Why is adaptability essential for leadership success?

    2. What strategies help build a culture of adaptability in teams?

    3. How do you balance innovation and change with team stability?

    4. What’s the biggest challenge leaders face in adapting, and how can they overcome it?

    5. What guidance would you give to leaders for their continuous learning and professional development, to lead in an adaptive environment?


    Catch the next episode of Leaders in the Arena, and check out other exciting events on our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.bridgeinnovate.com/events⁠⁠


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    29 mins
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