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United Airlines has announced that Brett J. Hart will take over as president of United Airlines Holdings. Hart, who currently serves as the company’s executive vice president and a chief administrative officer, will begin his new role effective Wednesday, May 20, 2020. “I am honored and energized as I take on these new responsibilities to…

Elsie Cardell is the president and owner of Results Sales & Marketing, LLC. Cardell has 30 years of experience in strategic sales leadership. She started the premier sales and marketing company in 1994 to support small to midsize manufacturers and salon retailers. She is also an active community member serving in many organizations including Delta…

Vanessa T. Reed is the regional external affairs manager for Comerica Bank. Reed, who has a bachelor’s degree in business management from the University of New Orleans, joined Comerica Bank in 2000 as a credit specialist in the commercial real estate division. Today, she leads a team that works closely with the bank’s nonprofit partners.…

Stephanie Humphrey is a former engineer turned, tech enthusiast, public speaker, and news correspondent. She is an expert tech contributor for ABC News’ nationally syndicated daytime talk show “Strahan, Sara & Keke.” Humphrey uses social media to help people understand tech basics with her “60-Second Tech Break.” As a public speaker, she uses her signature…

Maori Karmael Holmes is the founder and artistic director of BlackStar Film Festival. Holmes received her bachelor’s in history from American University and her MFA in film from Temple University. Her work has screened internationally, including the feature documentary Scene Not Heard: Women in Philadelphia Hip-Hop. She also has directed and produced works for Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter…

Cheryl Grace is the senior vice president of U.S. strategic community alliances and consumer engagement for Nielsen. In her role, she drives Nielsen’s multicultural thought leadership strategy. She holds a bachelor’s degree in public relations from Purdue University and a master’s of business administration from the Keller Graduate School of Management. The Chicago resident spearheads…

Alissa Constable is a marketing consultant and executive producer who creates world-class experiences for brands, companies and nonprofits. In 2004, Constable founded EMERGE/NEXT Leaders, an experiential education company that produces digital and live events to inspire, educate and celebrate diverse and emerging leaders. Rolling out spoke with Constable, a graduate of Hunter College with a degree…

Kiara Urbina is a sales manager at Intuit. Urbina started her journey at the financial company two years ago as a part of the early career program and she was recently promoted to strategic account manager. Read on to find out how Intuit provides services to help their employees and clients become successful. Describe your…

Jean Accius, Ph.D., is the senior vice president of global thought leadership and international affairs for AARP. He is a nationally recognized expert on aging, longevity, health and long-term care policy, having held senior-level positions across private, public, and nonprofit sectors. He holds a bachelor’s degree in hospitality administration and a master’s degree in aging…

Captivate Marketing Group is led by Yvonne McNair, a creative, certified entertainment marketing professional and Emmy-nominated event producer. McNair has a proven track record of conceptualizing and orchestrating small and large production events, marketing campaigns and programs to effectively create business development opportunities, increase revenue and growth. McNair also is known as a powerhouse behind…

As the partner experience leader for Intuit ProConnect, Tia Bradley has been instrumental in driving the Intuit African Ancestry Network’s strategy to transition from an employee network to a business resource group. With her passion for building relationships and her unwavering commitment to inspiring people, she is a transformative force in driving diversity and inclusivity.…

Nassim Ashford is a Mercer University senior who has been selected for one of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) Emerging Leaders Internships and will spend this semester working on Capitol Hill. Ashford completed graduation requirements for his bachelor’s degree a semester early and plans to participate in commencement in May. While in college, he…

Macire Aribot is a native Atlantan and who is passionate about policy advocacy and poverty reduction. The Mercer University senior is on track to graduate in May 2020 with bachelor’s degrees in international affairs and global development studies. During her undergraduate years, Aribot served several organizations in leadership capacities and became a member of Alpha…

Swin Cash is a four-time WNBA All-Star who has also earned two Olympic gold medals with the U.S. Women’s National Team. Cash is currently the vice president of Basketball Operations and Team Development for the New Orleans Pelicans. Rolling out spoke with Cash about her current leadership position and Secret Ad campaign. What is the…

Another teacher has found an offensive way to introduce the history of slavery to impressionable young students. The incident took place at Blades Elementary School in Oakville, Missouri, according to KTVI. The unnamed elementary school teacher created a question on a class assignment asking students to imagine they own a plantation and are seeking new…

Anwar Aiken is an accomplished military officer, a transportation professional with over 12 years of management experience, and an executive director with The John Maxwell Team. He has been licensed and trained by Maxwell and his team to deliver nothing short of world-class content from the top expert on leadership, Dr. John C. Maxwell. As…

Diversity and inclusion continue to be key components in Toyota’s drive for excellence. In early 2019, Sandra Phillips Rogers was named as the chief diversity officer for Toyota Motor North America. Rogers provides legal services for Toyota’s North America affiliate companies and strategic direction on legal and business issues, while also serving on numerous committees…

Terrie Davoll Hudson is an author, award-winning business leader, and motivational speaker. Hudson has more than 30 years of leadership in sales and operational excellence and has spent a good portion of her life leading, coaching and mentoring others. Rolling out spoke with the author about her latest book, Leave a Legacy That Counts. What…

Pasha Carter is a highly sought-after speaker, trainer and business strategy expert, who took a $500 investment and turned it into a multimillion-dollar empire. She and her husband, Steve Carter, have conquered the direct sales industry and become the go-to leaders in the field. Through her coaching, writing, keynote addresses and seminars, Carter seeks to…

Texas state Rep. Toni Rose is a committed and passionate public servant. At an early age, the Dallas native developed a passion for civic engagement, which also mirrors her work in mental health, human services and criminal justice. Rose, who is currently serving her fourth term in the Texas House of Representatives, was elected overwhelmingly…