Beyond The Business Suit with Kailei Carr

Sometimes being the "only" means that you're paving the way for the many. The Beyond the Business Suit podcast sits down with Adrienne Lofton, Vice President of Global Brand Marketing at Google, to discuss getting out of your comfort zone in order to move forward in your career. Not only does she take us through her experience going to an HBCU, but she defines what success looks like when you're open to growth. From working with brands like Under Armour, Target, Nike, The Gap and now Google, she is no stranger to being the first Black woman in many places and spaces. In our conversation, she reflects on how her journey has led her to making a significant impact at a number of iconic brands, and what she has learned along the way. Adrienne also shares how her team led the "Get The Message" campaign, which encourages people to speak up to Apple about the importance of adopting RCS messaging that allows equal messaging opportunities for Android and Apple users. This campaign has gained a lot of traction recently and is sparking much-needed dialogue about messaging between different operating systems.

27 Okt 202248min

Although we hosted the 2022 Beyonding Retreat back in September, with our quarterly Beyonding Community membership drive currently underway, now is a perfect time to reflect on our experience together. This episode of the Beyond The Business Suit podcast dove deep into the experience, lessons learned and what we can all take with us now that we have had time to develop within our transformation. For some, it was a spiritual experience while for others, it became an opportunity for release. From internal healing to the connections that were built, experience just a taste of what the Beyonding Retreat had to offer. If you are looking to expand on this type of experience, consider joining the Beyonding Community. Our doors are open until Friday, October 21, 2022. Become a member now by visiting here.

18 Okt 202237min

The Beyond The Business Suit podcast is BACK with season 7! After our short hiatus, we are kicking things off with an insightful conversation with the legendary, Carla Harris, a talented singer, mother, author, motivational speaker and powerful board member. This multi hyphenate powerhouse is giving us her playbook on finding and envisioning our power within our leadership. With so much experience under her belt, the gems that Carla Harris leaves behind will be sure to keep you fired up about your future and beyond!

12 Okt 202227min

We are finally on our way to the Beyonding Retreat! After a 2-year hiatus, the Beyonding Retreat, formally known as the Beyond the Business Suit retreat, is back and better than ever. Covid-19 and the global pandemic caused us to put our transformations on hold back in 2020, therefore, we've had the opportunity to evolve our retreat experience and can't wait to share what this experience is all about and how you can be a part of it. This next episode is dedicated to unveiling all the details about this retreat including the new theme, availability and what you can expect during our time together. The Beyonding Retreat is being held on September 23-25, 2022 at the Boulders Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, Arizona. Don't wait and reserve your spot today!

27 Jun 202227min

This live recording of Beyond the Business Suit features President and Founder of Coleman Management Associates, Harvey Coleman, legendary author of Empowering Yourself and creator of the PIE method. Harvey takes us through his PIE method, while empowering leaders to understand what it truly takes to become a senior leader and maintain the position. He not only takes us through his own personal journey, but shares his wisdom and insights on the current shifts happening within our society concerning People of Color in senior level positions.

8 Jun 202252min

Vulnerability is on the menu for this episode of the Beyond the Business Suit podcast. We are joined by Former Olympian and International Speaker, Leslie Maxie, who is sharing her story of resilience, healing and personal progress. Originally recorded as a Soul to Soul Session within the Beyonding Community, Leslie pushes straight past fear to share her story of overcoming trauma and stepping into her voice. Throughout her journey, she's discovered her light which she shines bright on all those in her path.

13 Mai 202248min

This episode of the Beyond The Business Suit, listeners get a two-for-one special! Originally recorded on Easter Sunday as a Beyonding Community session, the first portion of the episode explores an in-depth look at our relationship with rest and how we can give ourselves permission to rest with Beyonding Community coaches, Anika Apple and Denitra "Dee" Ross. We go deep into the emotional, physical, mental and spiritual effects that rest can have within us. The second portion of the episode takes us through the Beyonding Community and what it has to offer its members. Listeners can learn how they can elevate their lives and join a network of other high-achieving women who are walking through their journey of purpose accountability.

9 Mai 20221h 17min

Calling all Black leaders in tech! The Information technology Senior Management Forum joins the Beyond The Business Suit podcast in diving deep into the development of Black leaders in technology with a powerful panel that includes Robert D. Scott, Dean of ITSMF's Global Institute for Professional Development, Dr. James Rodgers, Director of ITSMF's Executive Academy and Dr. Reginald Turner, Director of ITSMF's Management Academy. Throughout this episode, we discuss more on the relationship between the mind, body and soul and leadership development while unblocking the barriers for career success, specifically for People of Color. We also learn a little more about what the ITSMF academies have to offer in pursuit of paving the way for our leaders in the future.

21 Apr 202249min