JAG - Key Persons
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- Governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands
- Governor of U.S. Virgin Islands
Albert Bryan Jr. is the eldest son born to Albert and Genevieve (Pilgrim) Bryan. Born on February 21, 1968 on St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, he and his four brothers, Troy, Robert, Andre, and Alrick, lived with their parents in the historic St. Thomas neighborhood of Savan. When Governor Bryan was a teenager, Mr. Bryan, Sr. moved the family to St. Croix where he was offered a better career opportunity. After living in several neighborhoods including Sugar Beach and Estate Whim, the Bryan family settled in Estate Diamond. After graduating from St. Dunstan's Episcopal High School in 1985, Governor Bryan matriculated at Wittenberg University in Ohio and earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics in 1989.
Immediately after college, Governor Bryan returned home to the Virgin Islands where he began a lengthy and successful career in both the private and public sectors holding positions of responsibility at HESS Oil Corporation, the V.I. Housing Authority, and Innovative Communications. Due to his drive, work ethic, and ingenuity, he quickly climbed the ranks and earned more responsibilities and promotions at these jobs. The managerial experience gleaned at these private sector jobs and from working closely with and on behalf of a labor union would, in fact, be portentous for his future entry into public service. Not one to shy away from opportunities for education and learning enhancement, Governor Bryan earned a Master of Arts degree in Business Administration (MBA) from the University of the Virgin Islands in 2003.
Governor Bryan has always exhibited a lifelong passion for politics and dedication to community service. His passion and dedication in these arenas were strengthened in 2002, when he co-founded Generation Now! Inc., a non-profit organization which filled a critical role in educating the public on key political and social issues, offering mentorship, performing community service, and providing leadership seminars and platforms for the younger professionals of the Virgin Islands. He also served on the Executive Board of the Young Democrats and other organizations where he was a tireless lobbyist for the improvement of life in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
In 2007, Governor Bryan was appointed as the Commissioner of Labor by then Governor John P. de Jongh, Jr. During his eight-year tenure, he implemented the Jobs for America's Graduates Initiative for at-risk youth, secured over $14 million in additional funding for training and improvement of services at the Department of Labor, and $150 million in federal unemployment benefits after the closing of the Hovensa Refinery. He also consolidated seven labor offices in St. Croix saving the government $300,000 annually and offering advanced access to client services. His approach of doing more through technology allowed the department to implement several new web-based tools for career preparation and job search including the Virgin Islands Electronic Workforce System (VIEWS) and Youthnet. During his tenure as Commissioner of Labor, Governor Bryan also served as Chairman of the Government Development Bank and, in his concurrent and parallel role as Chairman of the Economic Development Authority Board, ushered in new programs for the economic growth of the territory, including the first Tax Increment Financing project, the Small Contractors Bonding Program, and new levels of lending to catalyze the growth of small businesses.
In 2015, with the change in administrations, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. returned to the private sector as an entrepreneur and not-for-profit executive. He was the President/CEO of Aabra Group, a consultancy which focused on fostering and supporting innovative entrepreneurship opportunities and businesses in the territory. He was also the CEO of Master Strategies, a locally-based human resources recruiting firm. And, in keeping with his passion for young people, education, and entrepreneurship, he also served as the Executive Director of Junior Achievement of the Virgin Islands.
Governor Bryan has contributed generously towards the improvement of the quality of life for his fellow citizens and has been awarded for so doing. In 2010, he received the "Bill La Motta Community Service Award" for distinguished service from the St. Thomas-St. John Chamber of Commerce. He was also recognized by the Rotary Club of St. Croix as the "Person of the Year" and by the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority for his community service. In 2017, he was awarded the University of the Virgin Islands Golden Key Honor Society Pillar Award. Later that year, after the devastation wrought on the territory by the passing of Hurricanes Irma and Maria, he led Operation Rebuild USVI's effort to coordinate the distribution of recovery and relief supplies to thousands of residents.
In the August 2018 Virgin Islands Democratic Primary, Governor Bryan was on the ballot for a public office for his first time. He and his running mate, Senator Tregenza A. Roach, Esq. defeated two other Democratic teams and went on to defeat six other formidable teams in the General Election in November 2018. At the final tally of the General Election, GovernorBryan's first foray into politics was deemed an unheralded success as he garnered the most votes of all candidates in the gubernatorial race. Despite being the top vote-getter, with such a crowded field, he was unable to capture the fifty percent plus one votes necessary to win outright. Proving the third time was the charm, Governor Bryan succeeded in becoming the ninth elected Governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands winning the majority of votes in a hotly contested run-off election against the incumbent Governor Kenneth E. Mapp.
In what he describes as his greatest joy and accomplishment, Governor Bryan married Yolanda Cabodevilla of St. Croix in 1998 and they have two daughters, Aliyah and Sumayah.
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- Member of the AZ Corporation Commission / Mayor Anna Tovar
As a Tolleson native, teacher, and mother, Mayor Anna Tovar holds a firm grasp of the issues demanding immediate attention such as the quality of education, infrastructure, affordable healthcare, and building a strong economy.
Asa Hutchinson was sworn in as the 46th Governor of Arkansas on January 13, 2015, promising to bring more jobs and economic growth to his native state. Read More
Bill Lee is seventh-generation Tennessean and 50th governor of Tennessee.
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- Vice President, JAG National Center for Operations and Services
- Vice President, National Center for Operations and Services
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- Learning Solutions Manager
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- Learning Solutions Manager
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- Retired, General Dynamics C4 Systems
- Retired, Senior Vice President, General Dynamics C4 Systems
Cathy is a member of the Board of Directors of Charys Holding Company, Inc., where she participates on the Executive and Finance Committees. She served on the Management Board of the Frontline Group, an e-learning company, and as a member of the Board of Directors of KolbeComm.com and Air Physics Corp.
Cathy is an expert in the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award Criteria, specializing in the Leadership Category 1.0. Cathy served as the Business Process Owner for all aspects of preventive action (ISO9000.2001), risk mitigation & opportunity management and environment, health and safety (ISO14001 & OHSAS 18001 / OSHA VPP STAR. As a member of the Executive Committee of the Worldwide EHS and Real Estate & Construction Councils, Cathy has shared responsibility for corporate-wide policies, plans, standards, audits and certifications. She led the remediation efforts at the North Indian Bend Wash Superfund Site.
Cathy was appointed to the Board of Trustees of the U.S. Forest Service Foundation, participating on the Executive Committee and chairing the Grants Committee. She serves on the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors of Hospice of the Valley. Cathy is a member of the Executive Committee of the National Board of Directors of Jobs for America's Graduates, chairing the Strategic Planning and Management Assessment Committees. She chairs the Board of Directors of ASU's Morrison Institute for Public Policy. Cathy serves on the Board of Directors of the ASU Research Park as well as on the Advisory Council for the ASU Lincoln Center for Applied Ethics. She serves on the Board of Directors and Campaign Cabinet of the Valley of the Sun United Way.
Cathy is a member of the International Women's Forum, past President of the Arizona Women's Forum, a founder of the Arizona Foundation for Women and an incorporator of Arizona Business Leadership for Education. She is an Emeritus member of the Board of Directors of Scottsdale Healthcare and a founder of its Quality Committee, and chaired the External Affairs Advisory Panel of the Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Cathy has received numerous recognitions, including the Arizona NCCJ Humanitarian Award, American Society of Safety Professionals Arizona Executive of the Year, the Arizona Girl Scouts Woman of Distinction - World of the Future Award, the Arizona YWCA Corporate Woman of the Year, the Jobs for America's Graduates Distinguished Achievement Award, the Jobs for Arizona's Graduates Business Leadership Award, the IWF Woman Who Made a Difference Award, and the Arizona Visionary Award for Community Service. She has been named one of the Top 100 Women in Arizona and one of the 10 most influential businesswomen in Phoenix.
Cathy received a BS in Chemistry from the College of Saint Elizabeth. She is a graduate of the ASU College of the Business Management Institute and fellow of the Kaiser Institute for Innovation and Intuition.
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- Governor of Iowa ( 2007 - 2011 )
Chet Culver was the 41st Governor of Iowa, from 2007 to 2011. He was also elected as the Federal Liason for the Democratic Governors Association for 2008-2009.
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- Auditor Clarence Mingo 's Life and Career Have Been about Service to His Country and His Community.
- VP of ESG and Corporate Affairs / T. Marzetti Company
Auditor Clarence Mingo's life and career have been about service to his country and his community.
Clarence Mingo's life and career have been about service to his country and his community. A veteran of the United States Army, Clarence answered the call of service and served honorably with the coalition forces that liberated Kuwait during the 1991 Persian Gulf War. Upon his return, Clarence attended The Ohio State University where he earned his undergraduate and law degree in a little more than five years. He then re-focused his commitment to service to his community as an attorney in private practice, helping to protect those citizens most in need. Franklin County courts frequently appointed Clarence to serve as a Guardian ad Litem (child advocate), representing the interests of children in abuse, neglect and divorce cases. He also serviced the Legal Aid Society of Columbus' Neighborhood Service's project. In this capacity, Clarence was one of three attorneys who represented indigent county residents with legal issues involving housing, public benefits, civil protective orders, and custody matters. He also fought for funding in an effort to expand and further develop the project's reach and influence on the indigent population in Columbus, Ohio. In 2007, the late Chief Justice of the Ohio Supreme Court, Thomas J. Moyer, appointed Clarence as a Commissioner in the Ohio Court of Claims. Clarence served as one of seven Commissioners with statewide appellate jurisdiction in victims of crime cases. In 2009, Clarence was appointed as Franklin County Auditor and served two consecutive 4 year terms. As Auditor, Clarence served as the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Appraiser of Real Property for Franklin County (Columbus, Ohio). The county's billion dollar real estate portfolio and revenue stream fell under his charge, as did technology operations and consumer services. Clarence and his staff of 200 were often awarded national and statewide recognition for innovation and the practice of good government In 2011, Governor John Kasich appointed Clarence to serve on Ohio's Lottery Commission where he undertook a lead role on the Commission's Audit and Problem Gambling Committees. 2012 proved to be an equally busy year, as Clarence was asked to serve as a Delegate to the Republican National Convention, and was appointed to the RNC's Platform Committee tasked with writing the Republican Platform for 2012-2016. As 2012 ended, Clarence was called upon to serve on Ohio's Gubernatorial Selection Committee to recommend the appointment of a Justice to Ohio's Supreme Court. In 2014, Clarence was featured by MSNBC as a "Rising Leader" in the state of Ohio. In 2016, Clarence announced his candidacy to become the State Treasurer of Ohio, and served as an Alternate Delegate for Governor John Kasich's 2016 presidential campaign. After an unsuccessful bid for a third term as Auditor, Clarence was appointed as Vice President of ESG and Corporate Affairs for the T. Marzetti Company. Clarence continues to maintain a focused passion for people and thoughtful policy. He and his wife Angela married in 1992 and have two daughters, Annalise and Ava Mingo. The family resides in New Albany, Ohio and look forward to greater opportunities for service.
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- As Executive Vice President & President of the Americas, Danny Hughes Oversees Hilton 's Interests across North, Central and South America With a Focus on Enhancing the Managed Portfolio.
- Executive Vice President & President of the Americas, Hilton
- Executive VP & President, Americas, Hilton
As Executive Vice President & President of the Americas, Danny Hughes oversees Hilton's interests across North, Central and South America with a focus on enhancing the managed portfolio.
In his previous position, as Senior Vice President and Commercial Director in the Americas, Hughes led more than 4,000 Team Members and drove growth for Hilton's portfolio of industry-leading brands. He was central to strengthening the company's revenue and distribution strategies, while focusing on creating outstanding experiences for guests. Hughes also previously served as Senior Vice President, Latin America and Caribbean, where he was responsible for the operations of all Hilton managed properties throughout the Caribbean, Mexico, Central and South America. In this role, Hughes partnered with key ownership groups to grow Hilton's presence from one brand (Hilton Hotels & Resorts) to nine across the 25 countries and territories in the region.
A 30-year hospitality industry veteran, Hughes also held the role of Area Vice President, Caribbean, Central America, and Cancun and worked in several management positions with Hilton across the globe, serving as vice president of sales and marketing, regional general manager, general manager, director of food and beverage, and director of sales. Hughes received a degree in Hotel and Food Services Management from Bournemouth University in the UK. He currently resides in McLean, Virginia.
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- Senior Vice President, Human Resources
- Executive Vice President and CHRO, Synchrony
DJ Casto is Senior Vice President, Human Resources for the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer and their organizations consisting of 9,000+ Synchrony Financial employees in 20 locations in the US, India, and the Philippines.
Congressman Don Beyer is serving his first term as the U.S. Representative from Virginia's 8th District, representing Arlington, Alexandria, Falls Church, and parts of Fairfax County. He serves on the Joint Economic Committee, the House Committee on Natural Resources, is Ranking Member on the Oversight Subcommittee to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology and a member of the New Democrat Coalition. He was the Lieutenant Governor of Virginia from 1990 to 1998, and was Ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein under President Obama.
Rep. Beyer's signature work as lieutenant governor included advocacy for Virginians with disabilities and ensuring protections for Virginia's most vulnerable populations as the Commonwealth reformed its welfare system in the mid-1990s. Rep. Beyer was Virginia's Democratic nominee for governor in 1997.
After leaving office, Rep. Beyer spent fourteen years as Chair of Jobs for Virginia Graduates, a highly successful high school dropout prevention program, and was active for a decade on the board of the D.C. Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy. As Chair of the Virginia Economic Recovery Commission, he helped pass permanent pro-business reforms and was co-founder of the Northern Virginia Technology Council.
President Obama nominated Rep. Beyer to serve as Ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein in 2009. He used his position to advocate for stricter sanctions to compel Iran to begin nuclear disarmament discussions. As Ambassador, Rep. Beyer was integral to US Department of Justice efforts to halt the abuses of Swiss bank secrecy by wealthy Americans.
Rep. Beyer has spent four decades building his family business in Northern Virginia after a summer job at a car dealership in 1974. He is a magna cum laude graduate of Williams College with a Bachelor of Arts with the Highest Honors in Economics and was elected Phi Beta Kappa. He was Salutatorian at Gonzaga College High School in Washington, DC and named a Presidential Scholar by President Lyndon Johnson.
Rep. Beyer has four children and two grandchildren. He and his wife Megan live in Alexandria, Virginia.
Govvernor Doug Ducey was elected on November 4, 2014 and was sworn into office on January 5, 2015, becoming Arizona's 23rd Governor.
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- Corporate Secretary
- AACTE 's President and CEO
Dr. Sharon Robinson served as the AACTE's president and CEO from 2005 to 2017.
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- Chairman of the Board of Strada Education Network
- Chairman, Strada Education Network
Edward R. Schmidt serves as chairman of the board of Strada Education Network, formerly USA Funds, and is a member of the Governance Committee. He is president and CEO of Silver Creek Partners LLC, based in suburban Indianapolis. He is a retired partner of the Indianapolis-based law firm Krieg, DeVault LLP, a former executive vice president of Sallie Mae Inc., and the former executive vice president, general counsel and secretary of USA Group Inc.
Schmidt joined USA Group in 1991. He was elected to USA Group's board in 1993 and USA Funds' board in 1996, and was a director and trustee until July 31, 2000. He was re-elected to the USA Funds board in 2001. He was a member of the Lumina Foundation board from 2001-2009. Schmidt previously served as president of Commonwealth Title Services of Indiana Inc. and senior vice president, general counsel and secretary of Wainwright Financial Corp. He received a Bachelor of Science degree from Susquehanna University and a juris doctor degree from the University of Notre Dame. He is licensed to practice law in the states of Indiana, Michigan and Pennsylvania. He is a member of the American, Indiana and Indianapolis bar associations.
He is vice chairman of the board of Susquehanna University and a member of the boards for Indiana Hemophilia & Thrombosis Center and the Indiana State Chapter of JDRF, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Schmidt is chairman of Health Initiatives Inc. and is on the Law Advisory Council for Notre Dame Law School.
Speaker Eileen Filler-Corn, the first woman in the 400-year history of Virginia's Legislature to hold the position, rose to this role after representing the 41st House District for a decade, making her the fastest person to ascend to the post. The 41st District includes parts of Fairfax, Fairfax Station, and West Springfield.
Speaker Filler-Corn's passion for service shines through her tireless work to make the Commonwealth of Virginia a better place to live, work and raise a family. Her commitment to improving the lives of her neighbors is what drove her to run for the House of Delegates. She has spent her time in the legislature as a listener and problem solver, delivering results that move her community forward and advocating for everyone equally regardless of background, circumstance, or ideology. She has introduced, championed, and passed legislation that has made Virginia a safer, stronger, and more equal Commonwealth.
Hearing from her constituents that traffic and congestion in Northern Virginia were increasingly becoming a burden on their daily lives, Speaker Filler-Corn made fixing our transportation system a priority when she took office. As a member of the House Transportation Committee from 2011-2018 and a member of the Joint Commission on Transportation Accountability, the Speaker actively fought for years to improve transit in the Commonwealth. This year, the Speaker carried the Omnibus Transportation Modernization Bill. Among many other important provisions, this legislation ensures the Commonwealth's transportation fund remains solvent and supports vital infrastructure to secure much-needed traffic relief for her constituents. The Speaker has consistently advocated for funding for the two Virginia Railway Express (VRE) stations in House District 41 (Rolling Road and Burke Centre), giving her constituents an additional option when traveling to and from Washington, D.C. After learning of the strain transportation costs were having on Virginia's disabled veterans, the Speaker led the 2020 effort to pass a constitutional amendment exempting 100% service disabled veterans' main motor vehicle from personal property taxes. In the 2020 November election, this amendment was overwhelmingly passed by voters.
The Speaker was an active PTA board member while her children were students in the Fairfax County Public Schools. She understands the increasing need for additional K-12 funding in Virginia and is committed to improving schools and raising teacher pay in the Commonwealth. She has previously passed legislation making required higher education course materials, such as textbooks, more affordable, giving more Virginians the chance to succeed in post-secondary institutions. The Speaker also led the successful effort requiring the meaning of consent to be included in family life curriculum taught in Virginia's high schools.
At the core of the Speaker's commitment to her community is her commitment to keeping them safe. And there is no greater public threat than the gun violence epidemic crippling our country. That is why in 2018, following the horrific mass school shooting in Parkland, Florida, Speaker Filler-Corn co-chaired the Safe Virginia Initiative Task Force. This first-of-its-kind commission spent nearly a year listening to Virginians across the of the Commonwealth about how to combat gun violence. The policy recommendations issued by the Safe Virginia Initiative Task Force in January 2019 played an important role this year as Virginia took long-needed action to combat this public safety crisis. During the 2020 General Assembly session, Speaker Filler-Corn helped shepherd seven of the Governor's eight gun violence prevention bills to make the Commonwealth a safer place for all Virginians.
Speaker Filler-Corn has made passing legislation that protects the rights of women in her district and around the Commonwealth a major focus of her time in the House. The Speaker sponsored the 2017 Birth Control Access Act, which mandates that pharmacists provide women a full year supply of birth control pills if prescribed and permitted by a doctor. This crucial legislation better empowers women to better plan their lives, careers and families. She has also been a fearless leader in addressing sexual assault on college campuses by passing a requirement that any member of college law enforcement. investigating a sexual assault undergo trauma-informed sensitivity training. The Speaker has been an outspoken advocate in stopping invasive, anti-choice measures such as the transvaginal ultrasound requirement. And, in 2020 Speaker Filler-Corn presided over the House of Delegates when Virginia became the 38 th state necessary to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment.
Speaker Filler-Corn recognizes a pillar of a strong community is a strong economy. To keep up with the ever-changing needs of Virginia's economy, Speaker Filler-Corn has a record of introducing and passing laws that cut down on red tape for small business in the Commonwealth. She has also been a leader on workforce development, currently serving as Chair of Jobs for Virginia's Graduates. This program assists at-risk and disadvantaged youth graduate from high school and find well-paying jobs.
The Speaker also knows our economy works best when it works for everyone. That is why Speaker Filler-Corn worked with her constituents to introduce and champion the passage of the Virginia Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act. This law made it possible for individuals with disabilities and their families to open tax-free savings accounts, similar to 529 college savings accounts, so they can save for important future living expenses such as education, housing and transportation. This groundbreaking legislation established Virginia as a national leader and the first state to implement the ABLE Act after federal authorizing language was passed.
Accessibility to quality health care, especially for low-income Virginians, is a major concern in the Speaker 's district and throughout the Commonwealth. For years, the Speaker worked tirelessly to close the Medicaid coverage gap for less fortunate Virginians. And while she and her Democratic colleagues were not successful at first, in 2018, she was proud to help deliver health care coverage for 400,000 Virginians when Governor Northam signed Medicaid Expansion into law.
The Speaker's career has been devoted to public service. She was an original organizer of the Million Mom March, acting as the Vice President and Chairman of the Northern Virginia chapter in 2001. Prior to her election to the House, she also served in the administrations of Governors Mark Warner and Tim Kaine.
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- Governor Holcomb Is a Veteran of the United States Navy and Serves As the Board Chair of Jobs for America 's Graduates.
- Governor of Indiana
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- Chairman
- Member of the Board Officers Team
- Governor Edwards Serves As the Vice Chair of Jobs for America 's Graduates. He Is a Graduate of the United States Military Academy.
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- Vice Chair
- Governor of Iowa
Kim Reynolds understands the challenges families face because she's faced them herself. A fifth-generation Iowan, she grew up in a working-class family in St. Charles, Iowa. As a teenager, she worked as a waitress at Younkers and later as a checker at Hy-Vee.
A recognized leader in state and local issues, Kim served as county treasurer and state senator before becoming lieutenant governor and governor.
Through it all, she never gave up her dream of graduating from college. So, she balanced family and work while taking classes at night. In 2016, while serving as lieutenant governor, Kim earned her degree from Iowa State University at the age of 57.
Kim Reynolds has never forgotten her working class roots. That's why her top priorities as governor are creating good-paying jobs, cutting taxes, investing in public schools and increasing opportunity in every part of Iowa. Kim and her husband have been married for nearly 36 years and have three daughters and nine grandchildren.
After 34 years in the private sector, Gianforte has been Montana's voice in the U.S. House of Representatives since June 2017.
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- Executive Assistant to the EVP
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- Governor of South Carolina
Henry Dargan McMaster of Columbia became the 117th Governor of South Carolina on January 24, 2017 and was elected to his first full term as governor on November 6, 2018.
Since becoming governor, in just under two years, Governor McMaster has announced more than 30,000 new jobs and over $8.2 billion in capital investment. The state's unemployment rate is the lowest in recorded history and more people are working in South Carolina than ever before.
McMaster was the first U.S. attorney appointed by President Ronald Reagan, and was unanimously confirmed by the United States Senate. His "Operation Jackpot" investigation into international drug smuggling produced over 100 convictions.
As attorney general, McMaster made prosecution of criminal domestic violence a priority and harnessed the resources of law enforcement and prosecutors to crack down on child Internet predators. He extended the state grand jury's jurisdiction to environmental and gang crimes and broadened its authority to include securities crimes following the collapse of Carolina Investors and Home Gold, convicting those responsible.
In 2003, McMaster issued a landmark opinion to protect our marsh islands from encroachment and later won the Life Sciences Act case in the South Carolina Supreme Court, which enhanced the state's economic potential through its universities for research, development and investment in the knowledge-based economy. The governor was central to the fight against "Obamacare," organizing and leading the states in their challenge against the law's unconstitutional federal encroachment.
As lieutenant governor, McMaster served as president of the South Carolina State Senate and headed the Lieutenant Governor's Office on Aging, which aids older adults with social, economic and health needs. In that capacity, he added senior services to the 2-1-1 system, connecting callers with support groups and services in their areas. He also established a "Senior Day" at the State House and strengthened the network of "senior ride" projects. AARP named McMaster a "Capitol Caregiver" for his policies to help seniors live independently at home.
In 2012, McMaster and former attorney general Travis Medlock led a bipartisan commission to reform ethics laws and restore the public's trust in state government.
McMaster was chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party from 1993-2002, winning reelection three times. As state GOP chairman, he led the party to Republican majorities in South Carolina's House and Senate.
The Governor's Family in front of a Christmas treeGovernor McMaster has served on the South Carolina Ports Authority Board of Directors, the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education, the Palmetto Health Foundation Board and the South Carolina Policy Council (as chairman). He is admitted to practice in all courts, state and federal, in South Carolina, as well as the U.S. Court of Claims (1974), the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit (1975) and the Supreme Court of the United States (1978). Governor McMaster is a recipient of the Order of the Palmetto, the highest civilian honor in the state, and was named "Public Servant of the Year" by the Sierra Club and "National Law Enforcement Officer of the Year" by The Humane Society of the United States.
McMaster received his AB degree in history in 1969 from the University of South Carolina and his JD degree in 1973 from the University of South Carolina School of Law, where he served on the South Carolina Law Review. He served in the U.S. Army Reserves in the JAG Corps from 1969 to 1975.
Governor McMaster is married to Peggy McMaster, and they have two children, Henry D. McMaster, Jr. and Mary Rogers McMaster. They are members of First Presbyterian Church of Columbia.
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- Governor of Delaware ( 2009 - 2018 )
Jack Markell served as Delaware's governor from 2009 to 2017.
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- Chief Human Resources Officer
- Executive VP
- EVP and CHRO - CIT
Jim Duffy is Executive VP and Chief Human Resources Officer at CIT.
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- Director of Affiliate Development
Jan oversees the development and delivery of comprehensive services to JAG's affiliate partners operating across 40 states to achieve a sustainable national network strategy.
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- Executive Vice President
- Resource to JAG 's 33 State Affiliate Executive
Janelle is a key resource to JAG's 33 State Affiliate Executive Dirctors, helping them to foster relationships with funders and other organizations to further JAG's mission.
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- Governor of Kansas ( 2018 - 2019 )
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- Senior Director, NSLA and National Career Association
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- Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer for ADM
- SVP and Chief Human Resource Officer ADM
Jennifer Weber is senior vice president and chief human resources officer for ADM, and a member of the company's Executive Council. In this capacity, she oversees all human resources functions for ADM's global workforce of more than 38,000, including the company's global activities to support diversity and inclusion.
Weber has an extensive record of strong human resources leadership and strategic management, leading companies during times of significant transformations, mergers and acquisitions, and growth initiatives. Prior to joining ADM in 2020, she served as executive vice president of human resources at Lowe's Companies, where she drove strategic efforts spanning talent acquisition, development, culture and broad-based business transformation. She also led human resources for companies including Scripps Networks and Duke Energy, and began her career in HR at Towers Perrin (now Willis Towers Watson), where she became managing principal of the firm's Cincinnati office.
Weber is active in community and volunteer groups, and serves as the 2020 board chair for the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance. She holds a bachelor's degree from Miami University in Ohio, and a master's degree from Carnegie Mellon University.
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- Executive Assistant to the President
Jessica serves as the Executive Assistant to Ken Smith.
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- Member of the Honorary Board
- Governor of Maine ( 2003 - 2011 )
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- Member of the Honorary Board
John Hoeven serves as North Dakota's 22nd Senator, following ten years of service as the state's governor.
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- HCA in 1995 As Assistant Vice President, Recruitment
- Senior Vice President - Human Resources of Nashville
- Senior Vice President - Human Resources, HCA
John M. Steele is Senior Vice President-Human Resources of Nashville, Tennessee-based HCA, Inc., the nation's leading provider of healthcare services.
He is responsible for recruiting, benefits, compensation, employee relations, labor relations, employee development and HR administration for HCA. In addition, Steele has administration oversight for Corporate Services, the HCA Foundation and Community Relations.
Steele joined HCA in 1995 as Assistant Vice President, Recruitment. In that role he was responsible for executive and corporate recruiting. In 1997 he was promoted to Vice President, Recruitment and Compensation, and in 2000 added responsibility for organizational effectiveness and executive development. His team was responsible for a number of key human resources initiatives, including several of HCA's efforts to improve diversity at all levels, development and training programs, a redesign of corporate and executive compensation, and the HCA Cares scholarship program. Steele was named to his current position in November 2003.
Before joining HCA, Steele spent a year with Alcon Laboratories and nine years with Electronic Data Systems. At Alcon, he managed the U.S.-based recruitment effort and for EDS, he held a variety of regional leadership positions in their staffing organization.
Steele currently serves on the board of the Oasis Center, Jobs for America's Graduates, as well as the Nashville chapter of Make-A-Wish.
Steele is a 1977 graduate of Eastern Michigan University with a bachelor's degree in communication. He and his wife Jennifer reside in Brentwood, Tennessee and have two sons.
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- Vice President, Technical Assistance and Accreditation Services
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- Immediate past President and Chief Executive Officer of the Thurgood Marshall College
- President and CEO, Society for Human Resource Management ( SHRM )
Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP is President and Chief Executive Officer of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the world's largest HR professional society. He previously served a two-year term as Chair of the SHRM Board of Directors in 2005 and 2006.
Mr. Taylor is the immediate past President and Chief Executive Officer of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, which represents nearly 300,000 students attending public Historically Black Colleges and Universities. In this role, he became a prolific fundraiser, amassing over $100 million in grants and gifts. As an influencer in his field and community, he was named one of the Ebony Magazine "Power 100" in 2011.
Previously, he held positions at IAC/Interactive Corp, first as its Senior Vice President of HR and then as President and Chief Executive Officer of one of IACs operating subsidiaries. Mr. Taylor's career also spans nearly 15 years in the practice of law and HR, including as Litigation Partner and President of the HR consulting business of the law firm McGuireWoods LLC; Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary for Compass Group USA; General Counsel and Senior Vice President of HR for Viacom's Paramount Pictures Live Entertainment Group; and Associate General Counsel and Vice President of HR for Blockbuster Entertainment Group.
In a 2018 White House ceremony, President Trump appointed Mr. Taylor Chairman of the President's Advisory Board on Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Additionally, he is currently serving on the corporate board of Gallup, the leader in organizational consulting and public opinion research, a member of the Board of Trustees of the University of Miami, an Adviser to Safe Streets & Second Chances, an initiative to reduce the high rate of recidivism in America, and a board member of Jobs for America's Graduates.
Mr. Taylor holds both a Doctor of Jurisprudence and a Master of Arts with honors from Drake University. He obtained a Bachelor of Science with honors from the University of Miami. He is licensed to practice law in Florida, Illinois and Washington, DC.
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- Editor
- President
- Author, Editor, & Public Speaker
Julie Nixon Eisenhower is an author, editor, and public speaker who has lectured extensively throughout the United States.
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- General Manager, Global Talent & Learning Experiences, Microsoft
- Senior C - Suite Executive
Karen Kocher is an award-winning Senior C-Suite Executive recognized for her business savvy, design thinking, and insights into global multi-national organizations. She currently heads 21st Century Jobs, Skills, and Employability at Microsoft.
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- Vice President, JAG Model
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- Senior VP, Finance and Administration
Mrs. Travis serves as the Senior Vice President of Finance
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- Retired, SR. Executive, Human Resources General Electric
Even though Larry is retired, he serves as the Interim Director of Jobs for Kentucky's Graduates with two primary objectives: (1) Secure public funding to support existing and establish new JAG Model programs in Kentucky; and (2) Establish a non-profit ...
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- Governor Laura Kelly Was Sworn in As the 48th Governor of the State of Kansas on January 14, 2019.
- Governor of Kansas
- Governor of the State of Kansas
Governor Laura Kelly was sworn in as the 48th governor of the State of Kansas on January 14, 2019.
Laura grew up in a career military family where she learned the importance of service, integrity and accountability. She has made it her life's work to fight for children and families on the job, in her community, and as a four-term state senator.
As the long-time leader of the Kansas Recreation and Park Association, Laura advocated for public parks across the state. She was a leading voice in promoting healthy families and communities and improving the quality of life in Kansas through top-notch parks and recreation services. In earlier jobs, she fought to improve mental health services and helped patients live healthy, more productive lives.
Laura was elected to the Kansas Senate in 2004. She immediately built a reputation as a no-nonsense leader who could work with anyone to get things done. After just two years, she was asked to serve as the Ranking Minority member of the important Ways and Means Committee. She has advocated for fiscally responsible, balanced budgets that still reflect the priorities of Kansas communities, like schools, health care, roads and public safety. Laura was a key player in the establishment and funding of the Early Childhood Development Block Grants, which have helped thousands of Kansas children enter kindergarten ready to learn.
As governor, Laura will bring people together to rebuild Kansas and increase the efficiency of state government. She will work to expand early childhood education and public school funding to give all Kansas kids - no matter where they live - the opportunity to succeed. She will work with lawmakers to expand Medicaid to make affordable healthcare more accessible and support rural hospitals and clinics. And she will balance the budget without new taxes.
Laura is ready to bring people together and lead Kansas in the next chapter.
Laura and her husband Ted Daughety, a doctor of pulmonary and sleep disorders, live in Topeka and have been married for 36 years. They have two grown daughters, Kathleen and Molly Daughety.
Governor Laura Kelly was sworn in as the 48th governor of the State of Kansas on January 14, 2019. Read More
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- Senior Director, Meeting Management
Ms. Sheppard focuses on conference and meeting management and strategic initiatives.
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- Vice President of Corporate Development
- Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Entergy
- Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Entergy Corporation
Denault joined Entergy in March 1999 as vice president of corporate development, in which role he counseled every major investment and divestment decision. Prior to joining Entergy, he served as vice president of corporate development at Cinergy Corporation, where he was also involved in every major investment transaction, including the acquisition of generation, distribution and trading businesses.
Leo Denault is chairman of the board and chief executive officer of Entergy Corporation, a role he assumed in 2013. Headquartered in New Orleans, Entergy is an integrated energy company that owns and operates regulated and merchant power plants with approximately 30,000 megawatts of generating capacity. The company's Utility business serves nearly three million customers in four states in the U.S. Gulf South; its merchant portfolio, among the strongest in the country, comprises nuclear plants that primarily serve the country's northeastern states, including the New York metropolitan area.
Under Denault's leadership, Entergy has taken significant steps to position its Utility service territory as well as its business for continued growth. Efforts include the development of a robust capital plan to modernize and strengthen reliability of the Entergy fleet while maintaining customer rates that are among the lowest in the country. The company has also been recognized as a driving force behind the industrial expansion along the Gulf Coast.
With one of the cleanest generation portfolios in the country and a century-plus history of community development, Entergy is also widely recognized for its contribution to the states and regions where it does business. The company has continued this tradition under Denault: last year marked the thirteenth in succession that the Dow Jones Sustainability Index included Entergy on its World Index, its North America Index, or both, and the fifth year it was named to a ranking of America's top corporate citizens.
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- Treasurer
- Executive Vice President Head of Wealth Management, Regions Bank
- Head of Private Wealth Management at Regions Bank
Leslie Carter-Prall serves as head of Private Wealth Management at Regions Bank, a regional bank operating throughout the South, Midwest and Texas, headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama. She is responsible for leading a team of Private Wealth professionals providing banking, trust and investment management services to affluent and high-net-worth individuals and families.
Carter-Prall's industry experience spans more than 25 years and includes consumer, commercial and wealth management businesses, as well as bank operations, treasury management, sales management and marketing. She joined Regions in 1991 and most recently served as the Indiana Area President and Central Region Private Wealth Executive. Prior to that, she was Area Wealth Executive for Indiana and Illinois. She also served as Consumer Banking Executive, Director for Consumer/ Mortgage/Private Banking and Treasury Management for the area. She has led change initiatives of bank mergers and acquisitions throughout her career.
Carter-Prall is a native of Indiana and a graduate of Indiana University's Kelley School of Business.
Carter-Prall has been actively engaged with Indiana and Indianapolis community priorities for many years. She served as a board member with the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, the Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce and the 500 Festival and served as board member and past president of the Kelley School of Business Alumni Association, The Little Red Door Cancer Agency and Junior Achievement. She has been recognized as one of the Indianapolis Business Journal's "Forty Under 40," one of Indy's "Best and Brightest" among the Financial Services Industry and a "Women of Influence" honoree.
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- Student Engagement Intern
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- Vice Chair, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc.
Since 1986, Linden Blue has been Vice Chairman of General Atomics in San Diego. At GA he has concentrated his activities on the development of the advanced, second-generation, Modular Helium Reactor (MHR).
Lloyd Smucker wants to reignite the American Dream. He believes this can be achieved by working to increase economic opportunity for everyone, reining in Washington's out-of-control spending, and providing regulatory relief to small businesses so they can expand and create jobs.
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- Entrepreneur
- President and CEO, National Urban League
Entrepreneur. Lawyer. Professor. Legislator. Mayor. President, U.S. Conference of Mayors. CEO of the National Urban League, the nation's largest civil rights organization.
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- Governor of Montana ( 1983 - 2001 )
Marsha Blackburn was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2018, and is currently serving her first term representing the state of Tennessee.
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- Chief Human Resources Officer
- Executive Vice President of Human Resources
- Leader
- Chief Human Resource Officer and Executive Vice President, Human Resources, Boeing
- Chief Human Resources Officer and Executive Vice President of Human Resources for the Boeing Company
- CHRO and Executive Vice President, Human Resources, Boeing
Michael D'Ambrose is the chief human resources officer and executive vice president of Human Resources for The Boeing Company. In this role, he is responsible for the company's leadership and learning, talent planning, employee and labor relations, total rewards, and diversity and inclusion initiatives. In addition, he oversees the company's Enterprise Services organization, which includes security and fire protection; facilities and asset management; global real estate; internal supply chain; executive flight operations; environment, health and safety; and transportation, warehousing and logistics. He is also a member of the company's executive council.
D'Ambrose has been a leader in human resources for over three decades, focused on leveraging innovative human strategies to influence business strategy, empower leaders, embrace change and deliver business results. He is a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion and brings deep expertise in talent management, succession, compensation, M&A, labor/union negotiations, and creating high performing teams that drive extraordinary results.
Prior to joining Boeing in 2020, D'Ambrose spent almost 14 years as the senior vice president and chief human resources officer for Archer Daniels Midland (ADM), where he oversaw global human resources, helping to lead a corporate culture of innovation, inclusion and integrity. Previously, he served in a series of executive-level business and HR positions, including chief human resources officer at Citigroup, First Data and Toys ‘R' Us Inc., along with senior HR roles at Travelers Mortgage Services and Ingersoll-Rand Corporation. He also served as the CEO of Shadow Broadcasting Services and as chief operating officer for Westwood One, Inc.
In addition, D'Ambrose has extensive corporate board experience, serving on the board of directors for Jobs for America's Graduates (JAG) as chair of the Resource
Development Committee. He is chairman of the board of directors for The Cornell Center for Advanced Human Resource Studies (CAHRS), and serves on several other high-profile boards, including the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and the Center for Executive Succession at the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina.
In 2016, D'Ambrose earned HR's highest honor as a fellow of the National Academy of Human Resources, a distinction that-when he was inducted-had only been granted to 163 individuals since 1992. He also helped to create Together We Grow, an association of approximately 50 industrial, educational, NGO and legislative partners focused on driving diversity and inclusion in the agriculture industry.
D'Ambrose holds a bachelor's degree in industrial and labor relations from Cornell University in Ithaca, New York.
Michael L. Parson was sworn in as Missouri's 57th Governor on June 1, 2018 by Missouri Supreme Court Judge Mary R. Russell. He came into the role of governor with a longtime commitment to serving others with over 30 years of experience in public service.
Governor Parson previously served as the 47th Lieutenant Governor of Missouri. He was elected Lieutenant Governor on November 8, 2016 after claiming victory in 110 of Missouri's 114 counties and receiving the most votes of any Lieutenant Governor in Missouri history.
Governor Parson served the people of the 28th Senatorial District in the Missouri Senate from 2011-2017. He served in the Missouri House of Representatives from 2005-2011. Governor Parson also served as the Sheriff of Polk County from 1993-2005. He also served six years in the U.S. Army.
While in the Missouri Senate, Governor Parson chaired the Small Business, Insurance & Industry Committee and during his first two years served as Majority Whip. While serving in the House of Representatives, he was chair of the House Rules Committee. He sponsored and co-sponsored several landmark pieces of legislation including Missouri's Castle Doctrine, which strengthened 2nd Amendment rights, and the Missouri Farming Rights Amendment, a piece of legislation that changed the Missouri Constitution to guarantee all Missourians the right to farm and ranch.
During Governor Parson's first year as Lieutenant Governor, the Office of Lieutenant Governor launched the "Buy Missouri" initiative, spearheaded an investigation at the St. Louis Veterans Home, and has been a strong advocate for agriculture, veterans, seniors, and tourism. He also was inducted into the Missouri Farmers Care Hall of Fame, won the Missouri Grocers Association Capitol Impact Award, and named Ingram's 50 Missourians You Should Know 2018 list.
Governor Parson has lived in Bolivar with his wife Teresa. Together they have two grown children and five grandchildren. He was raised on a farm in Hickory County, and graduated from Wheatland High School in Wheatland, Missouri. He is a small business owner and is a third generation farmer who currently owns and operates a cow and calf operation near Bolivar.
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- Chief Executive Officer
- President
- President and CEO of Jobs for America 's Graduates
- President and CEO of Jobs for America 's Graduates, Inc
- Trustee of the America 's Promise Alliance
Mr. Kenneth M. Smith serves as President and CEO of Jobs for America's Graduates, Inc. (JAG), the nation's largest, most consistently applied model of high school retention and school-to-career transition for high-risk young people of great promise.
In 1979, Mr. Smith worked with Governor Pete du Pont of Delaware on the design of the first statewide test of the JAG Model and has served as President and CEO since its inception. JAG currently serves 75,000 young people annually, in more than 1,450 high schools, middle schools, and out-of-school programs in 39 states. Over 1.4 million youth have been connected to JAG throughout its 40-year history.
The non-profit JAG National Board of Directors is chaired by Governor John Bel Edwards of Louisiana. It includes among its 50 members-fourteen Governors and several executives of major corporations and business and community organizations.
In recognition of his knowledge of national employment and training issues, three Presidents have appointed Mr. Smith to national commissions. He was appointed in 1981 and again in 1983 by President Reagan as Chairman of the National Commission for Employment Policy. Designed to analyze the full range of government policy related to employment, the Commission continues with a $2 million annual appropriation and a 15-member professional staff. Mr. Smith also accepted an appointment by President Reagan to the National Advisory Council on Vocational Education, where he had previously served under appointment by President Ford. President Nixon appointed Mr. Smith as Vice Chairman of the National Advisory Council on the Education of Disadvantaged Children for the period 1973-76.
Mr. Smith is also Chairman and Chief Executive of Strategic Partnerships LLC.
Prior to founding JAG, Mr. Smith served as staff aide to President Nixon (1969-70); as Director of Special Projects for the Distributive Education Clubs of America; and founder and President of 70,0001 Ltd., a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping high school dropouts obtain employment. Thereafter, he served in a new post as Senior Advisor to the Governor of Delaware on all activities related to education at the secondary and postsecondary levels. During this period, he chaired the Commission of the Future of Education in Delaware and was nominated to serve as the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Delaware Technical College.
Mr. Smith serves as a Trustee of the America's Promise Alliance, founded in 1997 with General Colin Powell as Chairman and chaired today by Alma Powell, is a cross-sector partnership of more than 300 corporations, nonprofits, faith-based organizations and advocacy groups that are passionate about improving lives and changing outcomes for children.
Mr. Smith holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from the American University School of International Service.. He resides with his wife in Sarasota, Florida. His daughters, Jennifer and Tara, reside in Washington, D.C. and New York City respectively in pursuit of their careers.
Mr. Smith has served as the President and CEO of Jobs for America's Graduates, Inc. since its inception in 1979.
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- Member of the US HR Leadership Team
- Senior Director, Global Diversity, Inclusion and Strategic Development, McDonald 's USA, LLC
As a member of the US HR leadership team, reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, Myrna is a staunch advocate for people. She is also dedicated to helping others understand how the HR function supports the business. She believes through strategic focus and alignment, people are capable of driving long term, sustainable business results. In her current role, Myrna supports the alignment and integration of US HR's Communities of Expertise and HR Operating Systems tools and processes with field HR across the East zone of the US. Her principle accountabilities include but are not limited to developing and growing the field HR talent in the East zone; supporting organizational change & effectiveness; fostering an environment of strong employee relations; promoting officer and staff development; and delivering on Brand Promotion and Protection.
Myrna is extremely passionate about building and growing talent. She is often found mentoring and coaching others to reach their full potential. She is a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion and supports all the employee business networks and resource groups within the system. She serves on the national McDonald's African American Council (MA2C) and supports WLN through insuring relevance in the Women's Career Development workshop. Today she serves as Senior Advisor for the course and works with many talented women to insure the course remains relevant and meets the needs of our growing women executives under the Arches.
Myrna began her McDonald's career in 1985.After earning her B.A. in Mass Communication from the University of Louisiana, Myrna entered the McDonald's management training program and quickly rose to the position of restaurant manager. During this time, Myrna found her passion in the people side of the business. In 1999, she entered the field of Human Resources as a Human Resources Assistant in the Baltimore Washington region. Shortly thereafter, Myrna was promoted to a McOpCo HR consultant; and has held various roles in the HR function.
Myrna also believes in community engagement and giving back. She served on the executive board of the RMHC of Northern Virginia where she held the office of secretary. And has participated in many RMHC functions throughout the Raleigh/Durham area. She is a regular supporter of the Maryland Boys & Girls Club as well as the Juvenile Diabetes foundation. Myrna holds several offices in her local church community and consistently seeks ways to uplift others.
Myrna has been the recipient of many awards including the prestigious Presidents' Award, Circle of Excellence Award, the former East Division President's award, numerous HR Business Partner Awards, and countless other awards. She is also a graduate of McDonald's LAMP.
Myrna and her husband Oliver have two adult daughters Ciana and Taylor.
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- Chief Human Resources Officer
- Member of the Corporate
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- Retired, Superintendent, Clark County
Pat Skorkowsky has spend the last 27 years as an educator in the Clark County School District. He has served as a teacher, assistant principal, principal, academic manager, deputy superintendent and superintendent.
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- Governor of Mississippi ( 2012 - 2020 )
Phil Bryant was sworn in as Mississippi's 64th governor on January 10, 2012. He was elected in November 11 after capturing 62 percent of the vote.
A lifelong resident of Washington state, Randy Dorn is an experienced educator and dedicated public servant committed to creating world-class schools for all of our children. He has spent much of his career in education. He received a bachelor's degree in education from the University of Idaho and a master's degree in education from Pacific Lutheran University. Randy taught at elementary and middle schools and served as elementary and a high school principal.
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- Founder and CEO ( Retired ), Ohio Business Roundtable
- Retired, President, Ohio Business Roundtable
- Roundtable President
As Roundtable President, Mr. Stoff has served hundreds of top corporate executives, in bipartisan collaboration with four governors and numerous legislative leaders and policymakers, to foster innovation, improve competitiveness and stimulate economic growth in the state of Ohio. Prior to founding the Roundtable, Mr. Stoff served 18 years in management consulting with two of the world's largest professional service firms. He was elected as a Partner with Ernst & Young, directing the Firm's public sector practice in Ohio and before that he served as a Senior Consultant with Touche Ross & Co. (now Deloitte & Touche), working with a range of clients in real estate, banking, sports and entertainment and health care, in addition to serving as a lead consultant in the firm's landmark engagement to design and install a new integrated financial management system for the City of New York during the City's period of default and financial recovery in the late 70s.
Richard A. Stoff was the founding president and CEO of the Ohio Business Roundtable (BRT), a partnership of the chief executive officers of Ohio's largest and most influential businesses.
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- President, American Staffing Association
Wahlquist is the association's primary spokesman and is responsible for the overall direction and performance of American Staffing Association. Before joining ASA in 1989 as vice president, administration and government affairs, he led and coordinated government affairs activities on behalf of the staffing industry in all 50 states; Washington, DC; Puerto Rico; and Canada. He speaks regularly before business groups on employment issues and trends and has been a featured lecturer in Europe, South America, South Africa, and Japan. He was recognized by Human Resources Outsourcing Today magazine as one of the "100 Superstars of HR Outsourcing" and by Recruiter magazine as one of the 100 most influential individuals in the staffing and recruiting industry.
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- CEO
- President
- President and CEO of National Association of State Workforce Agencies
Scott Sanders serves as the President and CEO of National Association of State Workforce Agencies.
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- Delaware State Senator and President of Jobs for Delaware Graduates
- State Senator, Delaware
Sen. Nicole Poore represents the 12th Senate District, which includes most of New Castle and Bear, all of Delaware City and communities south of the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal, including Whitehall, Bayberry and others.
Raised in New Castle's Jefferson Farms community, Poore graduated from St. Elizabeth's High School in 1990 and later earned an associate degree in criminal justice from Delaware Technical Community College and a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Wilmington University.
Poore joined her brother in building a successful healthcare staffing startup that was later sold to Welsch Carson, one of the largest investment firms in the United States. She then became a senior client services manager for Agile 1, where she handled workforce solutions for the DuPont Co. Her professional and volunteer experience also includes serving as a member of the Delaware Juvenile Justice Advisory Board, volunteer work with the Rape Crisis Center and a stint as Exceptional Care for Children's director of development. She is currently the president of Jobs for Delaware Graduates, a nonprofit that helps students connect with sustainable, skills-based career opportunities.
Poore's interest in government policy began after the birth of her oldest son Nicholas, who was diagnosed cerebral palsy. Her activism in the special needs community led to a successful 2012 bid for state Senate over an incumbent. Following her unchallenged bid for reelection in 2016, Poore was selected to serve as Senate Majority Whip by her peers. The Senate Democratic Caucus then chose her to become Senate Majority Leader in 2019.
Poore currently chairs the Senate Elections & Government Affairs Committee, serves as vice chair of the Senate Executive Committee, Senate Labor Committee and the Senate Health, Children and Social Services Committee. She also sits on Legislative Council, the Senate Rules & Ethics Committee and the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee.
She and her husband Billy live in New Castle with their three children.
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- Executive Director of External Affairs, at & T Western Region
- President of at & T Nevada
Stephanie Tyler serves as the President of AT&T Nevada as well as overseeing the External Affairs operations of a 14-state western region. In this role, she manages the state and local government relations, community affairs, regulatory and legislative activities. Stephanie's 18-year AT&T career in External Affairs includes five years in California and the last 13 in the Western Region. In 2003, she took a one-year leave of absence at the request of California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to serve as the Political Director to his successful re-election campaign.
Prior to joining AT&T in 1990, Stephanie was appointed to fill a vacancy in the Nevada State Senate representing northern Nevada. She has been actively involved with numerous community boards and commissions in both Reno and Las Vegas. A native Nevadan, Stephanie spent the early years of her career in a variety of political roles including serving on the staff of U.S. Senator Paul Laxalt in Washington D.C. and in his local district offices. Stephanie is a graduate of the University of Nevada, Reno with a degree in political science. She has a gift for humor and is always willing to share her knowledge and experience to grow her team and the leaders around her.
Steve Sisolak was born into a working-class family in Milwaukee, Wisconsin where his parents, Ed and Mary worked hard to provide for their three children. Steve inherited their blue-collar ethic, working full-time to put himself through college at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Steve then enrolled in UNLV's Graduate Studies Program, where he received a master's degree in 1978.
Steve put down roots in Las Vegas, built his own communications business, all while raising his two daughters on his own as a single father. Both his daughters attended Nevada's public high schools and UNLV, where Ashley earned her law degree and Carley earned her master's degree.
Motivated by his passion for education, Steve decided to give back to the community that supported him by serving on the Nevada Board of Regents for 10 years. As a champion for parents and students, Steve stood up for Nevadans wrongfully charged out-of-state tuition and fought for increased state funding. Education remains a top priority for Steve as governor.
In 2008, after 10 years as a University Regent, Steve was elected to the Clark County Commission, where he served as chairman until being sworn in as governor of Nevada. On the commission, Steve was known as a coalition builder and problem solver. Steve successfully managed the state's largest county budget and led the county through the Great Recession. As governor, Steve is working to strengthen Nevada's statewide economy by diversifying our industries and working to attract new fields and recruit job-creating companies to the Silver State.
Steve is proud to be able to call Nevada home and is honored to serve our families as their governor. Throughout his time in office. Steve's goal is to keep Nevada strong and moving forward by investing in education, creating jobs by diversifying the economy, and guaranteeing quality, affordable health care for all Nevadans.
On January 31, 2018, Jeff Coyler, M.D. was sworn in as the 47th Governor of Kansas.
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- Member of the Honorary Board
Thomas Carper is serving as the senior US Senator from Delaware. He has been serving since 2003.
Thomas J. Tauke retired as executive vice president - Public Affairs, Policy and Communication at Verizon Communications Inc.
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- Senior Vice President of Global Public Policy
- Senior Vice President, Global Public Policy, Western Union
As Senior Vice President of Global Public Policy, Tim Daly directs Western Union's government, political and community affairs advocacy in 200 countries and territories around the world.
Prior to joining Western Union, Mr. Daly was an attorney at the Denver firm Isaacson Rosenbaum, specializing in government advocacy, election law and constitutional law. Daly served as campaign counsel for now Senator Mark Udall and now Interior Secretary Ken Salazar, as well as various statewide initiative campaigns and independent expenditure organizations.
Mr. Daly served as Chief Legal Counsel and Legislative Director to Colorado Governor Roy Romer from 1993 to 1998. He was Governor Romer's chief legislative strategist, responsible for advancing the Governor's legislative agenda and coordinating the lobbying efforts of all executive branch agencies. In his role as Chief Counsel, he provided legal advice and oversaw all judicial appointments, including five appointments to the Colorado Supreme Court. He was also the Governor's liaison with the Attorney General, and handled other key appointments. As a member of Romer's senior staff, Mr. Daly acted as a policy and political advisor on a variety of key issues, including crime, transportation and tax matters.
Mr. Daly received his law degree from George Washington University in 1988. Daly earned degrees in political science and Spanish, with honors in political science, from San Diego State University. As an undergraduate, he was an intern at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. He is admitted in the State and Federal courts of Colorado.
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- Chairman of the Executive Committee
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- Chief
- Social and Digital Media Manager
Though her chief ambition is to one day control the entire Internet, Tori busies herself in the meantime managing JAG's social and digital media.