The Executive Appeal

Alex D. Tremble
The Executive Appeal Podcast

Want to be a Rock Star leader? Want to know the keys to thoughtful leadership from America’s top private and public sector leaders? Climb the corporate ladder by tuning in to The Executive Appeal, an inspirational and education podcast hosted by motivational speaker, leadership mentor, and author Alex Tremble. Enjoy leadership tips, laughs, and life lessons exclusively on The Executive Appeal found across all major podcast platforms. About the Host: Alex D. Tremble is an award-winning speaker, author, and leadership expert with over a decade of experience coaching and advising some of America’s most senior level government leaders. Alex teaches ambitious leaders how to gain the influence strategic relationships needed to solve complex challenges AND reach their personal career goals.

  1. AUG 14

    EP 137: Unlock Your True Self: Kenneth Goodwin's Secrets to Inner Peace

    On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & KeynoteSpeaker) and Kenneth A. Goodwin (Managing Partner of Jeanensis Ventures and Chief Investment Officer for the 144 Trail Blazer Digital Impact Fund) as they discuss how to silence the chaos around you and uncover your authentic self. Learn expert tips and transformative insights from one of the leading minds in investment and personal growth. Tune in now for a journey towards inner peace and self-realization. Guest BIO: Kenneth A. Goodwin Jr. is the Managing Partner of Jeanensis Ventures, a private investment capital and digital asset advisory firm. Ken is also the Chief Investment Officer for the 144 Trail Blazer Digital Impact Fund targeting cash flow positive growth to Series A+ digital transformation and emerging technology firms. He is also the Co-Founder of Oqulus Tech LLC (a Cyber Security and AI platform development and testing firm). Ken serves on several public and private advisory boards. Ken is a widely sought after executive with global banking and capital markets experience - achieving multi billion dollar results in venture capital, digital transformation, big data, innovation and technology and risk management. Ken is a TEDxTALKS Speaker, a 10 to Know Global Game Changer, U.S. White House Business Council/Forward TPP member, Aspen Institute Nakasone and Mike and Maureen Mansfield Fellow, PhD Project Member, Ronald E. McNair Scholar (twice) and Harvard Model Congress Member. Ken is a globally recognized lecturer with over 60+ courses and 1200+ students as a college adjunct professor on Economics of Digital Assets, Blockchain Investment, International Trade, Forensic Methods and Corporate Ethics. He is an award winning curator, moderator and trailblazer of global digital assets and capital markets events: Curator of 1st Founders Day Event for Black History Month (2023) at NYSE Moderator of 1st HedgeWeek Digital Asset Summit (2022) Curator of 1st Women Leaders in Blockchain Symposium (NYC) and Curator of Globally Local FinTech, AI and Blockchain Symposium ( won Wealth & International FinTech 2020 Award). Ken is a public figure and a Digital Asset Contributor of FinTech TV with appearances at NYSE, NASDAQ, Bloomberg, Reuters, Money Magazine-Malta, NHK, Fujisankei, The Street.com and several publications. Prior to his role at Jeanensis Ventures, Kenneth served as Co-Founder at Oqulus Tech LLC, and Adjunct Professor of Finance-Graduate School at New Jersey Institute of Technology.

    48 min
  2. JUL 17

    Ep 136: Protecting CEOs, Employees, and Companies: Insights from Wendy R. Bradford, SVP HR & Culture at Counterpart International

    On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & KeynoteSpeaker) and Wendy R. Bradford (Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Culture at Counterpart International) as they discuss how #executive #HR leaders can effectively protect their CEOs, employees, and the company as a whole. Discover strategies for fostering a safe and thriving organizational environment through strong HR leadership. Guest Bio Wendy R. Bradford is Counterpart International’s Senior Vice President, Human Resources and Culture. She brings to the organization expertise in strategic planning, talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, human resource processes, performance management, employee relations and conflict resolution – both domestically and internationally. Bradford is responsible for overall domestic and international human resource functions. She is also a member of the Society for International Development’s board of directors. Before joining Counterpart International in 2018, she was Vice President of Human Resources and Operations at the QED Group, where she directed all of the ‘people functions’ of the organization, including talent acquisition, orientation, employee relations, compensation, benefits, learning, and talent development. Prior to that, Bradford was the Director of Human Resources at Creative Associates International, where she developed and implemented international and domestic human resource programs, procedures, and processes related to benefits, compensation, employee relations, performance management, and recruitment.

    45 min
  3. JUN 19

    Ep 134: Fighting for Your Team: Insights with James Rhee, Founder and National Bestselling Author

    On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & #KeynoteSpeaker) and James Rhee (Founder & National Bestselling Author, red helicopter) as they share powerful insights on when and how executive leaders should fight fiercely for their staff. Discover the key strategies to advocate for your team and foster a supportive, resilient workplace culture. Guest BIO: James Rhee is a high school teacher and Harvard Law School graduate turned private equity investor and CEO. James’s leadership story first grabbed global attention during his unlikely seven-year tenure as Chairman and first-time CEO of Ashley Stewart. After his radical and yet intuitive approach fueled a transcendent, unprecedented reinvention story for the company, James concretized his leadership philosophy and operating system—kindness plus a little math—in the form of red helicopter, his media-education platform. He bridges math with emotions by marrying capital with purpose, while composing systems that bridge peoples, disciplines, and ideas. His transformational leadership has been recognized by leading civic and business organizations. Rhee teaches at Howard University, where he serves as the Johnson Chair of Entrepreneurship, MIT Sloan School of Management, and Duke Law School. His TED Talk and Dare to Lead interview with Brené Brown have captured the imagination of millions. He is the author of red helicopter (HarperOne; April 9, 2024). He lives outside of Boston, Massachusetts.

    47 min
  4. JUN 5

    Ep 133: Blending Cultures in Mergers & Acquisitions: Insights from Claire Milligan, CEO of Aimably

    On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & #KeynoteSpeaker) and Claire Milligan (CEO of Aimably) as they share expert strategies on effectively blending organizational cultures during mergers and acquisitions. Learn how executives can navigate cultural integration to ensure a smooth transition and foster a unified, thriving workplace. Guest Bio: Claire Milligan is a problem-solver to her core. Whether she’s helping businesses transform their cloud spending or volunteering as a ski patroller, she’s always seeking best-in-class solutions. After Claire got her BA in Psychology and MA in communications from Stanford, she worked in a variety of businesses from marketing to UX to General Manager of Tallie and SpringAhead. At each job, she gained training and skills that prepared her for her biggest challenge to date: becoming the CEO of startup Aimably. Most businesses spend more than they need to on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for services that they either don’t understand or don’t need. Claire wanted to help those companies determine what configuration of services they actually require and help them get the most bang for their buck. At Aimably, the goal is to help growing businesses spend smarter and minimize their cloud billing pains. Claire’s ability to distill complex subjects into teachable ideas has made it easier for scaling leaders to leverage cloud cost insights that will help their companies thrive. When she isn’t solving problems for her clients, Claire enjoys spending time with her wife and two kids, doing needlepoint projects, advocating for organizations focused on immigrant’s rights, and hitting the slopes at Alpine Meadows.

    44 min

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Want to be a Rock Star leader? Want to know the keys to thoughtful leadership from America’s top private and public sector leaders? Climb the corporate ladder by tuning in to The Executive Appeal, an inspirational and education podcast hosted by motivational speaker, leadership mentor, and author Alex Tremble. Enjoy leadership tips, laughs, and life lessons exclusively on The Executive Appeal found across all major podcast platforms. About the Host: Alex D. Tremble is an award-winning speaker, author, and leadership expert with over a decade of experience coaching and advising some of America’s most senior level government leaders. Alex teaches ambitious leaders how to gain the influence strategic relationships needed to solve complex challenges AND reach their personal career goals.

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