Beyond the Meeting Room by ALHI ALHI

In this episode, we are joined by a long time ALHI
friend, Doctor Romie Mushtaq, Chief Wellness Officer. With nearly twenty years of experience in neurology, integrative medicine, and mindfulness, Doctor Romie is a leading physician on a mission to transform the brain health of companies, leaders, and organizations.

In this episode, we are joined by Ryan Berg, Co-Founder and CEO of the Aruna Project.  The Aruna project is a premium athleisure company that creates sustainable life-long employment and freedom for survivors of human trafficking.  One hundred percent of the Aruna profits go back into the organization to empower these
women.  Ryan and Mike have an informative discussion on how Ryan began the journey of his work and the significant impact he has on supporting forward, positive movement for trafficking survivors. 

We are joined by former US Army Green Beret and retired Lieutenant Colonel Scott Mann. In his impressive twenty-three year military career, he has learned rapport-building skills to help make better human connections.  Scott and Mike discuss how building relationships, active listening and storytelling have contributed to his successful leadership of teams in complex situations. 



This episode is brought to you by ALHI Member Prince Waikiki. Prince Waikiki is Waikiki’s only all ocean view four Diamond Hotel offering spacious guestrooms and suites
with unprecedented views. Located within walking distance to the Hawaii Convention Center, Prince
Waikiki also offers unlimited Wi-Fi, a convenient workspace and features more than 22-thousand square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and
event spaces.  Prince Waikiki is the premier destination for your next group program.

We are joined by multi award winning writer, actor and producer, Lori Hamilton.  Lori is also the Founder and President of
Prosperity Productions, and has worked as a marketing strategist, researcher, and creative consultant for more than 20 years.   In this conversation, Lori and Mike take a deep dive into human connection and discuss the power of imperfection.   They conclude with a lesson in changing the way we navigate through communication and leadership as we work toward the future.   

In this episode we are joined by Dr. Michael Sorrell, the longest serving President of Paul Quinn College.  Dr Sorrell tells his story of transforming the college from a failing institution into one of the most successful black colleges in the country by leading with love.

In this episode, Mike leads a motivating discussion with Preet Chandi, a pioneer recognized as the ninth female to ski solo to the South Pole and the first woman of color to accomplish an independent expedition on the continent.