Breaking The Chain

Nathaniel Chapman & Terentia Browne

“Breaking the Chain” deep dives into the success, challenges and stories of Entrepreneurs and Leaders looking to shake-up their industries and the way they lead the workforce of today. Join us as we jump into the trenches and learn from inspiring people who are forging new paths in their organisations.

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The Leadership Series: Creating An Environment For Your Team To Thrive In A VUCA World with Tony Gingiss
May 18 2022
The Leadership Series: Creating An Environment For Your Team To Thrive In A VUCA World with Tony Gingiss
Welcome to Breaking The Chain: The Leadership Series, hosted by Director of Career Coaching and Leadership Development at Impel Talent, Terentia Browne.In this episode, Terentia sits down with Tony Gingiss, the Chief Operating Officer at Virgin Orbit to discuss the concept of aVUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous) world and how you can create an environment where your teams are thriving and not just surviving in this world. The episode also delves into Tony's personal leadership journey and how he successfully led his team through a crisis that tested both him and his leadership team during the Covid-19 pandemic.Tony is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Virgin Orbit where he is responsible for the day to day management of all operations including; Program Management / Mission Delivery, Manufacturing, Engineering, Flight and Launch Operations, and Supply Chain and Facilities.Prior to his role at Virgin Orbit, Tony was the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of OneWeb Satellites, a joint venture between Airbus and OneWeb created to design & manufacture 648 satellites, at 2 per day, for OneWeb’s low earth orbit constellation and to provide low cost, high quality satellites to the market, revolutionizing the economics of space. Tony led the organization from late 2017 to early 2021 spanning the completion of critical design ramp up, production of 2 satellites a day and a launch of over 100 satellites.Tony has a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering from Purdue University, and Master of Science in Aeronautics and Astronautics from MIT. He has more than 30 years of experience in the Aerospace industry and prior to his current position, Tony was a Director of Strategic Integration and Programs at Boeing Satellite Systems in El Segundo, CA. He began his career at Hughes Space and Communications (now Boeing Satellite Systems) as a Mission Analyst, and subsequently worked in Ground Systems, Systems Engineering, and ultimately Program Management. He worked on both Commercial and Government programs across all phases including; business development, concept, design, product development, delivery, and on-orbit support.Tony has a passion for, and has been active in corporate citizenship and outreach activities, at the local, state, and national levels throughout his career. He is also a passionate advocate for a diverse and inclusive workforce in the Aerospace industry and industry at-large.Follow Tony GingissLinkedIn: Tony GingissTwitter: @TGingissFollow Virgin OrbitLinkedIn: Virgin OrbitTwitter: @VirginOrbitFacebook: @VirginOrbitInstagram: @virgin.orbitFollow Impel TalentLinkedIn: Impel TalentTwitter: @ImpelTalentFacebook: @Impel Talent Instagram: @ImpelTalentFollow Impel TalentLinkedIn: Impel TalentTwitter: @ImpelTalentFacebook: @Impel TalentInstagram: @ImpelTalentJoin us for illuminating discussions, practical insights, and a roadmap for thriving in an ever-shifting world. Subscribe now and join the conversation as we break new ground in leadership excellence!
Navigating The Ever-Changing Landscape of The Cannabis Industry with Juliana Whitney
May 11 2022
Navigating The Ever-Changing Landscape of The Cannabis Industry with Juliana Whitney
The history of the cannabis industry is riddled with many changes, however there is a shift in perspective about the cannabis industry.  In this episode, our host Nathaniel Chapman speaks to the President at Cann Strategy & Co-Founder at Leafsheets.com, Juliana Whitney about how Leafsheets.com is helping businesses navigate the ever-changing landscape of the cannabis industry.Juliana Whitney, MBA, specializes in new venture creation and development and has been focused on the cannabis industry since 2015. She started out as a patient coordinator at the first dispensary in Las Vegas, Nevada, went on to start a cannabis business strategy consulting firm called Cann Strategy, and since 2017 has consulted with various operators and investor groups to start and operate cannabis dispensaries, cultivation facilities and production facilities. Through Cann Strategy, Juliana has secured cannabis business licenses for clients in some of the most competitive markets in the U.S. – including Illinois, Nevada and Ohio. Along with a co-founder, Juliana recently launched leafsheets.com, a platform developed to simplify cannabis entrepreneurship and lower the barriers to entry and success by providing vital resources and insider information for starting and operating cannabis businesses — Leafsheets gives entrepreneurs access to the things that the big shots have, but without the big shot price tag.Follow Juliana LinkedIn: Juliana WhitneyInstagram: Official Juliana WhitneyFollow LeafsheetsWebsite: LeafSheets.comLinkedIn: LeafsheetsFacebook: Leaf Sheets OfficialInstagram: @leafsheetsFollow Impel TalentWebsite: Impel TalentLinkedIn: Impel TalentFacebook: @ImpelTalentInstagram: @ImpelTalent Follow Impel TalentLinkedIn: Impel TalentTwitter: @ImpelTalentFacebook: @Impel TalentInstagram: @ImpelTalentJoin us for illuminating discussions, practical insights, and a roadmap for thriving in an ever-shifting world. Subscribe now and join the conversation as we break new ground in leadership excellence!
The Leadership Series: Unconscious Bias And How To Overcome Stereotypes with Lamia Fikrat
Apr 18 2022
The Leadership Series: Unconscious Bias And How To Overcome Stereotypes with Lamia Fikrat
Welcome to Breaking The Chain: The Leadership Series, hosted by Director of Career Coaching and Leadership Development at Impel Talent, Terentia Browne.In this episode, Terentia sits down with  Lamia Fikrat to speak about the true definition of unconscious biases and how our individual backgrounds and experiences influence the way we react to certain situations. They also delve deep into how unconscious biases can have an impact on our daily lives and decision-making process.About Lamia FikratLamia is currently a strategy consultant and interim executive manager. She assists companies to successfully implement strategic projects and transformation plans. Lamia also coaches managers and entrepreneurs on various platforms such as, MIT Arab Start Up Challenge, Orange Corners x NL Embassy, GIZ x UE Ecostart, US Embassy Kigali's Academy of Women Entrepreneurs, ADIE France, Hackathon Tech is Law France, LaStartup Factory Morocco, CCG Inov Idea Morocco, Match & Invest Morocco, Big Booster Lebanon Bootcamp and Growth Train Africa. She is a firm believer of the Process Communication Model to manage stress and motivation. Lamia also supports women and girls in STEM through various initiatives such as Girl Up United Nations, Femmes Ingénieurs France and Wentech.Follow LamiaLinkedIn: Lamia Fikrat Follow Impel TalentLinkedIn: Impel TalentTwitter: @ImpelTalentFacebook: @Impel Talent Instagram: @ImpelTalentFollow Impel TalentLinkedIn: Impel TalentTwitter: @ImpelTalentFacebook: @Impel TalentInstagram: @ImpelTalentJoin us for illuminating discussions, practical insights, and a roadmap for thriving in an ever-shifting world. Subscribe now and join the conversation as we break new ground in leadership excellence!