George White Jr - With over a decade of expertise in information technology and project management, he is a PMI Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) known for leading cross-functional teams, optimizing processes, and delivering successful outcomes across both technical and legal environments.

His career has centered on managing large-scale, data-driven projects, with a focus on enhancing operational efficiency, stakeholder engagement, and seamless technology integration. In his roles, he has developed strategic project plans aligned with organizational goals, always seeking opportunities to innovate and streamline processes.

As a PMO Project Manager, his passion for process improvement led him to design and implement impactful project management training programs. These initiatives have empowered teams, boosting productivity, enhancing project management capabilities, and elevating client satisfaction.

Ready to learn how to lead with Heart AND Hustle? My conversation with the insightful George White, Jr., PMP, MBA is officially live!

This episode is packed with wisdom for anyone looking to level up their leadership. We dive deep into:

- Servant Leadership: Learn how George’s grandmother, his ultimate “shero,” shaped his entire philosophy.

- Mentorship That Matters: Hear his powerful story about a mentor who prioritized his growth over keeping him on the team.

- Owning Your Career: Why your personal brand is your greatest asset.

- Navigating Bias: George’s practical strategy for using data to advocate for yourself.

If you want to build trust, inspire loyalty, and lead with integrity, this episode is your blueprint.

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**Annie Lyons**

Operations Leader | Change Maker | Collaboration Champion | Lover of Ambiguity

With over a decade of transformation management, Annie Lyons is a dynamic force in the industry. She has successfully led transformational projects for leading health insurers and Fortune 500 retail organizations. Her unique ability to embrace ambiguity and drive exceptional results has catapulted both clients and colleagues to new heights.

During this journey, Annie had the unique opportunity to go deep within the insurance industry while spending six years in management consulting. This combination has given her a unique perspective of both what success looks like from the outside-in and how success works from the inside-out.

When she’s not looking for the next thing to make her uncomfortable, Annie enjoys seeking insights on trends shaping the retail and insurance industries (with a strong belief these industries should be learning from each other) and mentoring the next generation of leaders. An avid believer in the growth mindset, Annie is forever in pursuit of that next humbling moment.

Annie’s colleagues often say, “Annie makes ambiguity look easy.” Her secret? A relentless curiosity and a commitment to harnessing uncertainty to drive meaningful results.

Victoria “Vic” Houston is a consultant originally NYC who has an MBA from WGU with over 10 years of experience leading cross-functional teams across industries. She is known for being highly effective, technically current, and creative when it comes to developing and implementing scalable systems and procedures. Her leadership style focuses on increasing program efficiency, improving follow-through, and fostering collaboration—especially in complex or high-stakes environments. Thanks to her cross-cultural awareness and people-first mindset, She help teams cut through the noise and deliver real impact.

At my core, Vic is mission-minded leader and transformation strategist with a heart for people and a bias for action. With roots in consulting and a track record of driving change across government and tech, Vic specializes in navigating ambiguity, building culture, and creating outcomes that actually stick. She believes emotionally intelligent leadership is the real flex—and She is all about building community, not just consensus.

Alex Barra, is a Senior Organizational Effectiveness Consultant at Delta Dental. Alex has held many HR roles in various capacities, from Labor Relations Representative and HR Business Partner to more advanced roles such as Talent & Organizational Development Consultant and HR Innovation & Change Program Manager. Beyond HR, Alex has also been a Management Consultant focusing on projects that drive technology transformation and providing guidance on change management strategy and execution. They hold a degree in Industrial and Labor Relations from Cornell University.