Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? No filter. Tell it like you see it. After placing more than thousands of people on boards in the past 15 years, leaders want leaders who will tell them what they “need” to hear versus what they “want” to hear. This philosophy has directly … [More]
Debbie Johnson
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? For me, being an impactful leader is a choice I make every day. We are all pulled in so many different directions, it’s critical to prioritize and balance! I adapt my style to the priorities directly in front of me. Some days, I’m in … [More]
Karen D. Johnson, Ph.D.
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? We have an abundance of amazing nonprofits in Phoenix doing great work. Just imagine what we can do if we can find new ways to collaborate? My goal has been to meet with as many nonprofit leaders as I can and to strategize how we can work … [More]
Todd LaPorte
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? HonorHealth has grown to become a complete healthcare system across a continuum of care that focuses holistically on enhancing the well-being of its patients and community with world class service. My leadership style is situational, … [More]
Tim O’Neal
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? I have been called a visionary business and social innovation leader because I have dedicated my career to creating programs and services that help underserved people thrive. My personal vision is to build bridges that uplift entire … [More]
Brigette Peterson
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? I’m a firm believer in understanding where we’ve been to be better equipped when planning for our future. Since 1997, I’ve proudly served in the Town of Gilbert in many different roles: as a town volunteer, as an appointed planning … [More]
John G. Pierson
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? I am fortunate to work in an industry and with a company of self-motivated people who are passionate about what they do. My leadership style is based on positive motivation that encourages others to be better people, not just better workers. … [More]
David Rousseau
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? As president of the nation’s third-largest not-for-profit community-based utility, my leadership approach has evolved over time. I have transitioned from being vision-focused to directing my attention to what is possible. In managing … [More]
Jason Rowley
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? Every leader develops their own leadership style through some combination of natural talent, formal training, mentorship, observation, experience and luck. It’s an evolutionary process that is unique and personal to each leader. … [More]
Steve Seleznow
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? I believe that a leader is best judged by what they leave behind, not what they accomplish today. This standard has guided me throughout my career and driven many of my actions at ACF. No organization can innovate or be responsive without a … [More]
Kyu Utsunomiya
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? When Troy Watkins and I started Conceptually Social in 2014, we wanted our culture and leadership styles to be reflected in our mission statement and principles. Showing Passion, Being Selfless, Bringing the Positivity, Never Negotiating … [More]
Mónica Villalobos
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? I have been described as a servant leader and I consider my team to be my internal customers. I am charged with empowering them and enabling them to do their best work. It is a small but mighty team stretching a $3-million budget to make a … [More]
Health & Wellness Goes Beyond Nutrition & Exercise … and It’s a Growth Industry
Health & Wellness Goes Beyond Nutrition & Exercise … and It’s a Growth Industry There is a shift toward more interest around health and wellness in our society, which is serving as an opportunity to make the future of work more beneficial for both employees and employers. Finding ways to better serve employees by making them healthier and happier — whether it’s with … [More]
Inside View of the Pandemic – and Tips to Nurture Employee Mental Health
As a former ICU nurse in a Level One Trauma Center, who worked on the front lines during COVID-19, I can speak to many lessons learned that we need to remember — because the pandemic is not going away. The pandemic brought to light that work does not always need to be performed within the confines of an office. Although there will always be a time and a place for in-person … [More]
Amplifying Virtual Care and Mental Health Services
The biggest change in healthcare during the past three years of the pandemic is the exponential growth in virtual care — 76% of people are now interested in using telehealth vs 11% in 2019. One in three visits will be virtual in the future — our customers recognize the convenience of accessing care from their smartphones or computers wherever, whenever they need it without … [More]
Positive Strategies Combat the Pandemic’s Impacts
Without a doubt, the past few years have been challenging for many businesses and their employees here in Arizona. Many have dealt with strains and changes due to the coronavirus pandemic, such as moving to a remote work environment, keeping employees healthy and happy, and maintaining culture and connectivity. We are in a time where flexibility, work-life balance, and mental, … [More]
Transforming Healthcare with Value-Based Care and Health Equity
Employers continue to struggle with healthcare costs and how much benefit they can provide for the dollar. It comes down to the quality of the care that's provided to their employees and the ability to easily access high-quality, high-value care. We are seeing a few major trends converging in the healthcare industry today. First is the shift to value-based care (VBC), which … [More]
Make Employees Better Healthcare Consumers in a Holistic Landscape
The past two-plus years have vastly changed the world of healthcare and employee benefits. We’ve had to adopt — and adapt to — new technologies and ways of operating. Specifically related to healthcare, one of the biggest changes has been around education and steerage. Businesses have deployed apps, telehealth services, concierge-type offerings and other solutions to educate … [More]
