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Keynote Topics

From Basecamp to Boardrooms: Leading Through Uncertainty

Drawing on my Annapurna Circuit and Antarctic expeditions, this keynote explores how great leaders—like great climbers—anchor to shared purpose when visibility drops. It reframes crisis leadership and change management as mountaineering: preparation, acclimatization, and trust in your team.

Storms & Stakeholders: When Conditions Turn

Inspired by Iceland storm evacuations and corporate parallels (AI transformation, Private Equity acquisition, RIFs, stakeholder misalignment), this talk examines how leaders maintain clarity and composure when the external environment shifts suddenly.

Imposter Syndrome: Cultural Preservation & Authenticity

Imposter to Impact: Finding Your Voice as a Leader

Core idea:

Referencing my Galápagos expedition, this keynote explores the psychology of imposter syndrome and the transformation that happens when leaders redefine credibility from credentials to contribution.

Speaking Engagements/ Appearances

Past Events

To see/hear past interviews or presentations, take a look at the section below.

Bloomberg Markets: Triple Take- March 2022

 

 Caroline Hyde, Romaine Bostick & Taylor Riggs discuss one topic from three different angles after the closing bell on Wall Street. Today's show tackles the future of Ukrainian talent Guests Today: Liana Semchuk of Sibylline, Sherri Manning of BigCommerce, Melissa Mulholland of Crayon (Source: Bloomberg) 

CNBC Contributor - March 2022

 

Ukraine crisis hits home for BigCommerce and its 106 local employees caught in the chaos

“Every morning we tell them you are not alone and we will not forget you,” Manning said. “We tell them we are doing everything possible to reach you.”

A PCG hosted event to discuss where value creation and AI meet

 

   “Harnessing AI for Scalable Value”  https://privatecapitalglobal.zohobackstage.com/AI-Austin-2025

HR Brew : October 23,2023 Ditching Law for a Career in HR

 

“I have to make sure that what I’m doing is both heart-sensitive and smart-sensitive,” she said. “If I only lead with the heart, I can be doing things that are really caring but are almost heavy with ruinous empathy, that aren’t connected to the reality of the business situation.”

Finding that balance has required greater transparency and a culture where employees have a clear understanding of why some not so popular business decisions need to be made.

The Talent Tango: Feb. 2024, Navigating Cultural Transformation & Human Ca

 "In order to have a seat at the C-team table or on the Board, HR has to focus on business outcomes first—our superpower is applying a human capital lens to the bigger picture."  

HR Brew: December 2023 Five Recruitment and Retention Trends for 2024

Key Take Away:  Capitalize on the things that are unique about your business. Use that as your talent and sourcing advantage.   


Upcoming Events

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SocialHRCamp Austin 2025

10/16/2025

 

  1. “Bridging the AI Experience Gap: Re-Shaping How We Build Tomorrow’s Leaders Today” https://www.socialhrcamp.com/cities/austin 

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