Tag: Strategic Planning

J. Stephen Crews: Turning Financial Insight Into Better Decisions, and Experience Into Opportunity for Others

Throughout my career in hospitality, finance, operations, consulting, and government contracting, I have had the opportunity to work alongside talented owners, executives, managers, and teams while navigating growth, change, and complex business challenges. Those experiences have reinforced my belief in disciplined financial leadership, thoughtful decision-making, strong relationships, and sharing what we learn with the next generation of leaders. As I continue exploring opportunities to contribute through board and advisory service, I am pleased to share more about my professional journey, leadership philosophy, and the experience I hope to bring to organizations. Here is my biography.

Darryl B. Holloman, PhD: Experience to Guide, Vision to Transform

I am pleased to share a closer look at the professional journey that has shaped my approach to leadership, governance, education, and service. Over more than three decades, I have had the privilege of leading within complex institutions, serving alongside dedicated board and civic leaders, advancing student and organizational success, and contributing to conversations about the future of education and leadership. As I continue expanding my work in board and advisory service, I remain guided by a simple professional philosophy: “Good Works Stand.” Here is my biography.

Deanna Wathington, MD, MPH, FAAFP: Advancing Equity, and Leading Change That Strengthens Communities

I am pleased to share my professional biography, reflecting a career of approximately 40 years spanning medicine, public health, academic leadership, nonprofit and executive management, health equity, and board service. Throughout this journey, I have remained committed to strengthening organizations, mentoring leaders, improving community health, and helping transform possibilities into meaningful and sustainable action. As I continue exploring opportunities to contribute my experience and perspective through board leadership, I look forward to connecting with organizations committed to purposeful growth and lasting impact.

Srinivasu Pappula: Transforming Complex Challenges Into Scalable Opportunities

Over the course of more than 30 years, I have had the opportunity to work across technology, innovation, entrepreneurship, and global business leadership—from helping develop foundational computing technologies to building companies and leading large-scale initiatives in AI, cloud, IoT, digital transformation, agriculture, financial services, and security. Each chapter has reinforced my belief that experience becomes most valuable when it is used to help others make better decisions, avoid unnecessary mistakes, and build organizations capable of creating lasting impact. As I continue expanding my board and advisory work, I look forward to bringing those lessons to organizations pursuing meaningful transformation and ambitious growth. Here is my biography.

Elizabeth St. Sauveur: Leading with Clarity, Communicating with Purpose, and Bringing a Human Perspective to Complex Organizations

I’m pleased to share my executive biography, reflecting more than three decades of leadership across healthcare operations, provider relations, managed care, marketing, corporate communications, and organizational strategy. After an extensive executive career and a period away from full-time corporate leadership, I’m excited to explore opportunities where I can contribute my experience, perspective, and passion for helping organizations and people succeed, particularly through board and advisory service.

Jeb Bird: Advancing Behavioral Health Through Experience and Innovation

Throughout my career in behavioral healthcare and addiction treatment, I have had the opportunity to serve as a clinician, educator, executive leader, and consultant while working alongside talented professionals committed to improving treatment and recovery outcomes. I remain passionate about advancing evidence-based care, strengthening organizations, developing effective teams, and sharing the experience I have gained over more than four decades in the field. As I continue exploring opportunities to contribute through consulting, board, and advisory service, I am pleased to share more about my professional journey and the values that continue to guide my work. Here is my biography.

Kelly Cromer, PharmD, RPh, CPBS: Chief Pharmacy Officer at PCA Rx

Throughout more than 25 years in healthcare and pharmacy, I have had the opportunity to work across clinical practice, pharmacy benefit management, Medicare and Medicaid programs, regulatory affairs, operations, and executive leadership. Each chapter of my career has strengthened my commitment to transparency, informed decision-making, and creating meaningful value for patients and organizations. As I continue expanding my involvement in board and advisory opportunities, I look forward to applying these experiences to help organizations navigate an increasingly complex healthcare landscape. Here is my biography.

Don Kellerman, Pharm.D.: Advancing Science, Developing Leaders, and Turning Experience Into Meaningful Impact

Throughout more than 35 years in the pharmaceutical and life sciences industry, I have had the opportunity to work across clinical development, regulatory affairs, medical affairs, and scientific leadership while helping advance important development programs and working alongside talented teams. As I continue consulting and explore opportunities to contribute at the board and advisory level, I am pleased to share a biography reflecting the experiences, lessons, and perspectives that have shaped my career. Here is my biography.

Jan Harrison, M.Ed., M.Sc.: Bringing People Together to Wayfind in a Rapidly Changing World

Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to work at the intersection of education, innovation, environmental stewardship, utilities, leadership, and community engagement. From founding and leading an innovative secondary school to helping communities better understand and protect critical water resources, I’ve remained passionate about bringing people together to solve complex problems and create positive, lasting impact. As I continue expanding my board and advisory service, I’m excited to share more about the experiences, values, and lessons that have shaped my leadership journey. Here is my biography.

Darin Nielsen: Leading Through Complexity, Delivering Mission Success

I am pleased to share my professional biography, highlighting more than 37 years of leadership experience across aerospace, defense, aviation, electronic warfare, executive management, and board governance. Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to lead exceptional teams, support mission-critical organizations, serve in both military and corporate leadership roles, and contribute to industry and community-focused boards. I remain passionate about helping organizations navigate complex challenges, achieve strategic growth, and create lasting impact.

Luis Hernandez: Protecting Organizations, Strengthening Decisions, and Creating Lasting Value through Integrity, Intelligence, and Experience

Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of serving in leadership roles across federal law enforcement, national security, healthcare, intelligence, regulatory compliance, investigations, and supply chain risk management. Those experiences have shaped how I approach leadership—with integrity, thoughtful analysis, collaboration, and a commitment to helping organizations make stronger decisions and create positive impact. As I continue exploring opportunities to contribute at the board and advisory level, I am pleased to share more about the experiences and values that have shaped my professional journey. Here is my biography.

Patrick Still: Disciplined Leadership, Strategic Insight, and Financial Stewardship in Service of Lasting Value

I am pleased to share my executive biography, reflecting more than 25 years of experience across finance, public accounting, healthcare and life sciences, strategic planning, capital allocation, enterprise risk management, and business transformation. My career has given me the opportunity to support complex organizations, advise senior leaders, guide major financial and strategic decisions, and develop a perspective that I am excited to bring to future board service. I look forward to applying that experience to help organizations strengthen governance, navigate opportunities and risks, and create sustainable long-term value.

Shawn Pace: Building Resilient Supply Chains, Creating Strategic Value, and Leading with Integrity

I'm proud to share my executive biography, which reflects more than 26 years of experience leading global procurement, strategic sourcing, manufacturing, and supply chain organizations. Throughout my career, I've been fortunate to work alongside exceptional teams, build strong international partnerships, and help organizations create lasting value through operational excellence, strategic leadership, and continuous improvement. As I pursue opportunities to serve on corporate boards, I look forward to applying my experience to help organizations grow, innovate, and navigate complex business challenges.

Dr. Sydney Scott, D.Ed., MBA, PCC: Helping Organizations and People Become What They Have The Potential To Be

Throughout my career as an executive academic leader, educator, organizational development professional, and coach, I have been fortunate to help people and organizations navigate growth, leadership, innovation, and meaningful change. From pioneering competency-based approaches to education to developing leaders and guiding organizational transformation, the common thread has always been helping others discover and realize their potential. As I continue expanding my contribution through board and advisory service, I am pleased to share more about the experiences, values, and leadership philosophy that have shaped my journey. Here is my biography.

Jan van Marwijk Kooij: Building Growth Across Markets, Categories, and Cultures

I am pleased to share a biography highlighting my professional journey across the food, dairy, beverage, and consumer products industries. My career has taken me across the United States, Europe, and international markets, where I have had the opportunity to lead businesses, build brands, develop new markets, transform commercial organizations, and work alongside many talented teams and business partners. As I continue exploring opportunities to contribute through board and advisory service, I look forward to sharing the experience and perspective gained over nearly four decades of leadership.

Frank Huybrechts: Seeing Beyond the Status Quo and Building What Comes Next

Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to lead, build, advise, and transform organizations across technology, healthcare, software, consulting, and emerging businesses. From launching ventures and navigating turnarounds to leading enterprise technology initiatives and serving on boards, I’ve always believed in combining strategic thinking with practical execution and doing the best you can at all times. As I look toward new board and advisory opportunities, I’m excited to bring that experience to organizations navigating growth, innovation, and transformation. Here is my biography.