Executive Biography

Jarred Pierce: Leading with Integrity, Innovating with Purpose

I’m proud to share my professional biography, which captures my journey, values, and vision for the future of healthcare. Over the past two decades, I’ve had the privilege of working across every layer of the industry, from provider relations and claims management to leading transformative organizations. Today, as Founder and CEO of Unity Preferred Network, my mission remains the same: to drive fairness, transparency, and meaningful change in healthcare.

Karine Arsenault-Pelletier: Turning Change Into Opportunity, One Decision at a Time

I’m excited to share a more complete view of my journey as a finance executive and transformation leader—spanning non-profit housing, technology, manufacturing, and financial services, with a consistent focus on aligning strategy, people, processes, and systems to create lasting value. My biography reflects the mentors, teams, and communities that shaped me, and the work I’m passionate about: turning change into opportunity. Here is my biography.

Ajay S. Jagsi: Finance with Integrity, Strategy with Vision

I am proud to share my executive biography, which reflects over 25 years of experience in corporate finance, credit risk management, and strategic leadership. My journey has taken me across industries and institutions, from Wells Fargo and Bank of America to Textron and Enron, with a focus on delivering measurable results while mentoring the next generation of leaders.

Melinda Fife: Empowering Teams to Achieve, Organizations to Thrive, and Communities to Flourish

I am excited to share my professional biography, which reflects my journey across more than thirty years of leadership in healthcare, insurance, call center operations, and customer service. My career has been defined by a passion for mentoring others, improving processes, and building environments where employees and organizations thrive together. I believe in making a positive difference, both in the workplace and in the community, and I look forward to continuing this mission through future opportunities.

Charles Cooper: Transforming Operations, Inspiring Growth, Creating Impact

I am excited to share my professional biography, which highlights my 30 years of experience in manufacturing, distribution, and corporate transformation. Over the course of my career, I’ve had the privilege of leading turnarounds, scaling operations, and working with private equity and investment banking partners to drive meaningful growth. My next chapter is focused on serving in board and advisory roles where I can contribute long-term impact and help shape the future of great organizations.

Greg Carson: Crafting Simple Ideas that Spark Extraordinary Results

I am excited to share my professional biography, which reflects over three decades of experience in advertising, marketing, and hospitality. From my early years as a copywriter to my current role as President & COO of 62ΛBOVE, my career has been defined by creativity, strategy, and a passion for storytelling that connects people to brands.

Brooke (Brower) Kosich: Where Innovation Meets Compassion; Advancing MedTech to Save Lives

I am excited to share my professional executive biography, which highlights my journey across medical devices, commercialization, and clinical leadership. With over fourteen years of experience in MedTech and global healthcare, I remain committed to advancing patient outcomes and driving innovation at the intersection of clinical expertise and business strategy.

Dr. Kennard L. Brown: Driving Business Growth through Innovative, Human-Centered Technology

I’m grateful to share a deeper look at my journey across technology, education, and business growth—spanning software development, AI advisory, IT strategy, and the classroom at Purdue University Global. My focus has always been on turning complex problems into practical, measurable outcomes while helping people and teams thrive. I welcome conversations with leaders who are building durable, human-centered systems. Here is my biography.

Jay Schrade: Transforming Complex Challenges Into Sustainable Business Success

I am excited to share my professional biography, which highlights my journey across finance, supply chain, and retail leadership. Over the past fifteen years, I have been fortunate to work with leading organizations including Walmart, Cabela’s, KIK Custom Products, Voyant Beauty, and Denovo Brands, where I currently serve as Vice President of Accounting, Finance, and Business Operations. Guided by my commitment to integrity, growth, and excellence, I continue to focus on driving operational efficiency, financial performance, and innovative solutions to complex challenges.

Melody Pereira: Turning Complexity into Clarity, and Risk into Resilience

I am proud to share my professional biography, reflecting over 30 years of experience leading information security, technology risk, and enterprise governance programs across banking, healthcare, insurance, payments, and resort management industries. My journey has been driven by a passion for building resilient organizations, aligning security with business objectives, and mentoring future leaders.

Alan Davis – Former President and Vice Chancellor, Kwantlen Polytechnic University and former President, SUNY Empire State University

I’m grateful for the colleagues, partners, and communities who have shaped my 35-year journey in higher education leadership across Canada and the United States. From strategic planning and fiscal stewardship to innovation in open and online learning, my work has focused on aligning talent, partnerships, and resources to advance student success and community impact. As I transition from my presidency at KPU, I’m excited to contribute on boards and in advisory roles across higher education, construction, and technology. Here is my biography.

Alexandra Erman: Lead With Clarity, Build Aligned Culture, Scale What Matters

I’m excited to share a deeper look at my journey leading People strategy across global, high-growth technology companies—and how I help founders and executives scale with clarity, equity, and operational excellence. From building functions at startups to guiding organizations through acquisitions and distributed growth, my focus has always been turning culture into competitive advantage. Here is my biography.

Amyn Sachedina: Strengthening Organizations by Transforming Cybersecurity into a Catalyst for Trust, Resilience, and Growth

I am excited to share my professional executive biography, which highlights my journey in cybersecurity, governance, and enterprise leadership. Over the course of my career, I have had the privilege of working with global teams, advising Fortune 1000 companies, and contributing to the development of future leaders in cybersecurity.

Morris Smysnuik: Helping People Grow Through Collaborative Leadership and Strategic Vision

I am excited to share my professional biography, which reflects more than 40 years of leadership in the financial services industry, extensive board experience, and a lifelong commitment to supporting nonprofits and community organizations. My journey has been guided by a passion for collaboration, governance, and helping people grow.

Adam Bittner: Scaling Growth, Building Teams, and Driving Innovation Across SaaS, Retail, and CPG

I am excited to share my professional biography, which reflects my journey across SaaS, retail media, and CPG industries, as well as my passion for building high-performing teams and driving scalable growth. Over the past 25 years, I have had the privilege of leading transformative initiatives at global organizations while maintaining a focus on integrity, collaboration, and results.

Seth Keown: Leading with Integrity, Building with Purpose

I am excited to share my professional biography, which reflects my 15 years of experience in the employee benefits and insurance industry, as well as my passion for leadership, strategy, and helping organizations thrive. Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to work with outstanding teams and clients, developing solutions that drive growth and long-term value.