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What's the secret behind propelling success to greater heights? Join us on this as we delve into the transformative power of accumulated skills with Stanley Middleman, President of Freedom Mortgage. In a world where success is often synonymous with talent or luck, Stanley reveals the underestimated role of skill accumulation in driving personal and professional triumphs. Drawing from his vast experience in the mortgage industry and beyond, Stanley sheds light on how the seemingly mundane act of skill accumulation can serve as the cornerstone for unparalleled success. Tune in as we uncover the strategies, insights, and real-life examples that illustrate how honing a diverse skillset can elevate individuals to new levels of achievement.

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Stanley C. Middleman is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Freedom Mortgage Corporation, the nation’s sixth largest mortgage lender, headquartered in Boca Raton, FL. Freedom Mortgage has been in business since 1990, offering wholesale, retail, commercial, correspondent and servicing operations.
In addition to leading Freedom Mortgage, Mr. Middleman is an active member of the Mortgage Bankers Association, where he serves on the Residential Board of Governors (RESBOG). The RESBOG is responsible for establishing legislative and regulatory policies and positions on residential lending issues. Mr. Middleman is also a member of the Housing Policy Executive Council (HPEC), an affiliate of the Financial Services Roundtable, which represents dozens of national mortgage finance companies and advocates for the benefits of a fully competitive and integrated housing market. Mr. Middleman has served on numerous advisory boards, including Freddie Mac from 2002 to 2010, Ellie Mae, Inc. (a provider of business automation software for the U.S. mortgage industry) from 2000 to 2001, and Fannie Mae from 2005 to 2006. He has over 30 years’ experience in the financial services industry and is a graduate of Temple University with a BS in Accounting.


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As CEO of Fortium Partners, Burke Autrey leads the largest and fastest-growing provider of technology leadership services globally. He develops his passion in forming his company through consulting others, giving services and having a deep role of being a leader. He uses technology as a tool for building partnerships and giving services, allowing them to grow as a company and provide opportunity for other to grow. Fortium provides assistance for clients in enhancing value through quality leadership. 

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Burke Autrey is the Chairman and CEO of Fortium Partners, the world's largest and fastest-growing provider of technology leadership services. We are a specialized partnership with extraordinary technology leadership expertise, solving the most challenging strategic, operational and organizational obstacles for clients seeking to minimize risk and enhance value. Whether interim or permanent, fractional or full-time, business-to-business or W-2, Fortium helps clients solve complex technology problems with “the right resource” and the best delivery model every time.


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What does it take to truly make a difference in the world? For Ken Baker, CEO at Glasswing International, it's more than just a question—it's a guiding principle. With a relentless commitment to social impact and a vision for positive change, Baker has spearheaded initiatives that address pressing global challenges, from education inequality to community development. Through Glasswing International, Baker harnesses the power of collaboration and innovation to empower communities, improve education systems, and foster sustainable development. His leadership is characterized by a deep understanding of the interconnectedness of social issues and a dedication to creating lasting solutions. With a focus on grassroots efforts and partnerships, Baker's approach embodies the belief that real change begins at the local level. As CEO, he not only leads by example but also inspires others to join the movement toward a more equitable and compassionate world.

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Ken is Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Glasswing. He believes that strong, local organizations are key to sustainably addressing development challenges.
Ken has over 12 years of management and marketing experience in the private sector, and has served as Vice President of Corporate Relations at AmeriCares, a large international relief organization.
Ken also brings public sector experience to Glasswing, having been contracted with the State Department in over ten countries and having served two terms as a City Councilman in Norwalk, CT. Ken has a BS in International Business from Northeastern University and an MA in International Affairs from American University.


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CEO of General Devices Curt Bashford is a visionary leader leading the charge to transform telemedicine and healthcare communication. Bashford has led General Devices to the forefront of innovation in the healthtech sector with a strong dedication to using technology to improve patient care. Beneath his leadership, the organization has spearheaded innovative developments that enable hospitals and emergency medical services (EMS) to effectively incorporate medical services, improve communication, and eventually provide better patient care at a lower cost. Under Bashford's leadership, General Devices is moving toward a future where healthcare is more easily available, more effectively run, and more revolutionary. Bashford has a wealth of expertise negotiating the difficult adjustments inherent in growing an effective health tech firm.

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Curt Bashford is the CEO & Protagonist of Responsive Innovation at General Devices, a HealthTech company. His experience at GD began in 1986 and includes developing and marketing communications and telehealth solutions for hospitals and Emergency Medical Services that help improve care, reduce costs and save more lives. 
He has overseen hundreds of projects for many of the major hospital systems across the US and EMS organizations such as FDNY and LA County FD. Curt is a board member of the NPSTC Foundation, and Career Development Services Advisory Board at NJIT. He is also an active member of Entrepreneurs Organization (NJ) and NAEMSP. He holds BSEE and MS in Biomedical Engineering from New Jersey Institute of Technology and is a former EMT. He enjoys engaging in podcasts, national panels and presentations sharing his experience and the occasional dad joke.


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Sam Terese is the President and CEO of Alverno Laboratories, a cutting-edge company whose mission is to improve lives directly by providing excellent healthcare services. Sam has a proven track record of achieving goals via skillful leadership and combines his knowledge of business and the sciences to promote access to high-quality healthcare both locally and globally. His strategic thinking ensures that Alverno Laboratories stays at the forefront of healthcare innovation by including company growth, marketing, finance, and strategic planning. 

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Effective senior level healthcare executive serving one of the largest regional laboratories in the Midwest with an integrated laboratory delivery network. 

Experienced leader with a demonstrated 15+ year history of the ability to lead in a changing environment while creating vision and direction for the future services with a focus on mission and community. 
Along with strong leadership skills, have a proven record of regularly delivering on goals through successful business development, marketing, financial, strategic planning, and other management tools. 
Multiple years of healthcare leadership experience encompassing community hospitals and research-based organizations have led to proficiency in quality assurance practices, principles of Lean, team development, and laboratory operations. 


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Co-founder and president of inLight Consulting INC. Rob Streetman exemplifies a mission-driven approach to leadership by concentrating on empowering, educating, and preparing leaders in the workplace to become change agents and disciples in their local communities. Aside from his work at inLight Consulting, Streetman is a prolific author that writes articles that become influential books. He is a man of faith. His debut book, "The Map Maker," helps Christian leaders accept the heavenly journey that lies ahead of them. Streetman taught that Christianity is not a religion, it is a relationship with God and to the other faith in the community. And through this, he emphasizes how having a strong faith allows you to see the brighter side and feel the true peace and joy despite challenges.

Here’s more about Rob Streetman
Rob is the Founder and President of inLight Consulting, Inc., a not-for-profit (501c.3) corporations. He was called into full-time ministry in 2005, after 25+ years in the Information Technology field of the Financial Services Industry. As an Enterprise Architect, he helped lead major organizational transformation efforts and served as an internal technology consultant to various business lines and corporate functions.
For this season of his life, Rob has been called into full-time ministry to glorify the Lord by encouraging, edifying and equipping Christian leaders in the Marketplace – helping them find joyful Spirit-filled ministry as disciple-making transformation agents (through inLight Consulting). 


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