JUROR | International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (International Emmy Awards) – Contributing to the selection of the best in documentary from around the world.

FILM ENVOY | U.S. Department of State · American Film Showcase · USC – Selected October 2024

Nominations: James Beard Media Award · Cinema Eye Honors · Real Screen Awards · 2x NAACP Image Awards · 2x Critics Choice Documentary Awards · International Documentary Association Awards

Award wins: NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Documentary (TV), High on the Hog Season2 · Real Screen Award for Outstanding Documentary/Lifestyle and Real Screen Award of Excellence, High on the Hog Season2

 

Keynote: Leading with Authentic Story: Building Trust, Transparency, and Transformational Results
Workshop: Narrative Leadership: Aligning Strategy, Values, and Vision Across Cultures and Continents
Leadership Offsite: The Power of the Shared Story: Strengthening Global Teams Through Narrative-Driven Decision Making
Embedded Executive Advisory: The Governance/Responsibility Relationship: Sustaining clarity, cohesion, and accountability in the Board–CEO relationship

Keynote: The Healing Power of Story: Transforming Care Through Narrative Intelligence
Workshop: Empathy in Action: Story-Driven Tools to Build Trust, Support Recovery, and Sustain Resilience in Healthcare Teams
Leadership Offsite: From Burnout to Breakthrough: Leading with Story to Strengthen the Provider–Patient Connection and Team Wellbeing

Keynote: Elevating Your Club’s Profile from the Inside Out
Workshop: Maximizing Multi-National Rosters through the Art and Science of Narrative Intelligence
Leadership Offsite: The Club + Community Connection: Strengthening Engagement Between Leadership and Fans/Community

Keynote: Story at the Speed of Innovation: Aligning Teams to Accelerate Breakthroughs
Workshop: Breaking Silos with Story: Driving Clarity, Buy-In, and Bold Ideas Across Teams
Leadership Offsite: The Innovation Narrative: Using Shared Story to Unite Vision and Deliver Disruptive Results

Keynote: The Story Behind Every Stay: Turning Service into an Unforgettable Experience
Workshop: Brand Alignment from the Inside Out: Story-Infused Service that Inspires Guests and Teams Alike
Leadership Offsite: Designing Journeys, Not Just Itineraries: Story as the Core of Exceptional Hospitality Leadership

Sometimes your story is meant to travel further—through authentic, responsible, and engaging content creation. While other times, the real power is in keeping things where they are spoken. My role is to work with you to assess your needs and craft a Narrative Intelligence (NQ) approach that best serves your purpose.