Category Archives: Business Leader

Leslie Helpert, Founder of Technevox, on Music, Innovation & Internal State Systems

Leslie Helpert is a multidisciplinary artist, researcher, technologist, and founder of Technevox.
Her work combines music, computational voice science, physiology, and biomedical innovation to explore the deeper capabilities of the human voice.

Insights from Hironori Washizaki, Professor, Research Promotion Division, Waseda University

Hironori Washizaki is a globally recognized software engineering researcher, educator, and professor at Waseda University in Japan.
His work focuses on software engineering, AI-powered development, software quality, software patterns, and human–AI collaboration.

Chant Vartanian (Founder & CEO) and James H. Herring (CIO) of M-Theory Group

Chant Vartanian is the Founder & CEO of M-Theory Group, with decades of experience in technology distribution, cloud infrastructure, and AI-driven solutions.
James H. Herring serves as CIO of M-Theory Group, bringing expertise in enterprise consulting, cloud technologies, business intelligence, and AI-enabled infrastructure.

Tracy Nolan, Senior Vice-President at Humana, on Leadership, Growth & Culture

Tracy Nolan is a seasoned business leader with expertise in customer experience, operational transformation, and enterprise leadership.
She is known for her people-first leadership style, combining strategic vision with emotional intelligence and empathy.

Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life: Insights from Author & Hindu Scriptures Expert Priya Arora

Priya Arora is an author, speaker, and student of Vedic philosophy who connects ancient Indian wisdom with modern life.
With a background in English Literature and experience in banking and technology, she transitioned into spiritual writing inspired by the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita.

Harland Merriam (Author, Pastor & Real Estate Investor) on Money, Meaning, and Leadership

Harland Merriam is an author, pastor, coach, and real estate investor working with entrepreneurs and business leaders.
He helps leaders align financial success with deeper purpose, focusing on values-driven growth.

Paul Slater, Author & Founder, Paul Slater Advisory

Paul Slater is an author and thought leader focused on the intersection of humans and AI in the workplace.
He emphasizes the importance of adaptability, emotional intelligence, and continuous learning in an AI-driven world.

Insights from Eddie Irvin, AI Strategist & Fractional CTO, Nashville AI Advisory

Many leaders lack a clear understanding or concrete plan for AI adoption. Without hands-on experience, they miss essential vocabulary and insights needed for informed decision-making. Eddie recommends identifying time-consuming, repetitive tasks as the best starting point.

Dr. Mindy Howard, Founder & CEO of Cosmic Girls Foundation, on Empowering Future Astronauts

Ashutosh Garg explores Dr. Mindy Howard’s unconventional journey toward space.
The role of patience and personal growth