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  • Gerald Hector talks with Mr. Eric Watson on #ItsEasySon

    23/09/2022 Duración: 55min

    Eric Watson recently joined Southern California Edison as the Director of Diversity & Inclusion within People, Culture, & Strategy in HR.   Eric is both a visionary and business strategist, bringing to the table nearly two decades of experience developing, implementing, leading, and supporting enterprise-wide diversity and inclusion initiatives for large, multi-site organizations. Most recently, Eric was an executive consultant with the Kaleidoscope Group and before that served as president and CEO of Carolinas-Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council (CVMSDC). Eric has held various executive positions in diversity and talent acquisition at Food Lion and managed supplier development for Delhaize America before his role at CVMSDC.   Eric will lead the design and execution of the company's comprehensive business diversity and inclusion strategy and will partner with other areas of HR to enhance our processes and will reinforce and build new external partnerships to continue our journey as a leader in dive

  • Mr. Gerald Hector talks with Dr. Ford this week on #ItsEasySon.

    15/09/2022 Duración: 01h01min

    This week, Gerald talks with Dr. Ford, the eighth president of Dillard University this week on #ItsEasySon. Rochelle L. Ford, Ph.D., APR is the eighth president of Dillard University. Prior to leading Dillard, she served as the dean of the School of Communications at Elon University, the second to serve in that position in the university’s history. There, she led more than 80 faculty and 1,500 students with six undergraduate major programs of study and one graduate program. President Ford is recognized nationally for her work in public relations. In 2021, the Arthur W. Page Society presented President Ford with the Distinguished Service Award for her service to the public relations profession and her commitment to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in the field in 2021. That same year, ColorCOMM listed her as one of 28 Most Influential Black Females in Communications. In 2019, President Ford received the Public Relations Society of America’s Outstanding Educator Award; and, in 2018, she was inducted i

  • Gerald Hector welcomes Mr. Billy Jenkins on #ItsEasySon

    02/09/2022 Duración: 58min

    Gerald Hector talks with Super Bowl Champion and his former teammate at Howard University, Mr. Billy Jenkins.

  • Gerald Hector is joined by Barbara L. Peacock, D. Min. on #ItsEasySon

    15/07/2022 Duración: 01h01min

    Barbara L. Peacock, D. Min. Author: Award Winning - Soul Care in African American Practice Chair Biblical Studies at Chun University Founder Peacock Soul Care - Institute of Spiritual Direction, Spiritual Formation and Soul Care Leadership 704-608-4803 Book Info: https://www.ivpress.com/soul-care-in-african-american-practice Press Kit: https://www.ivpress.com/Media/Default/Press-Kits/4671-press.pdf BIO: https://www.ivpress.com/barbara-l-peacock Website: barbaralpeacock.com Website: peacocksoulcare.com Website: chununiversity.info linkedin: Barbara Peacock

  • Gerald Hector talks with Ronnie Lott on It's Easy Son

    06/07/2022 Duración: 01h12min

    Humanitarian, social-entrepreneur, activist, and concerned citizen of our global community. These are some of the descriptors most commonly used when referring to Ronnie Lott, a four-time Super Bowl champion and Pro Football Hall-of-Famer. Lott’s accomplishments beyond the football field have exceeded his superb career as one of the most distinguished and identifiable defensive players in NFL history. Lott’s commitment to serve others -- a trademark of his humanitarian efforts -- began during his NFL playing career when he learned that the success he had in football could feed his passion for helping others. In 1989, Lott and his wife Karen founded “All Stars Helping Kids,” (ASHK) a San Francisco Bay Area-based non-profit organization that supports underserved youth. ASHK, has raised more than $30 million with a mission of disrupting the cycle of poverty by increasing the effectiveness of non-profits that focus on education, career readiness and the health and wellness of Bay Area youth. Additionally, ASHK ha

  • Gerald Hector welcomes Dr. Phyllis Worthy Dawkins to #ItsEasySon

    30/06/2022 Duración: 01h01min

    Dr. Phyllis Worthy Dawkins is the Executive Program Director of the HBCU Executive Leadership Institute at Clark Atlanta University (HBCU ELI at CAU).

  • IES - Flip The Script - Gerald Hector As Special Guest On Friends Talking

    23/06/2022 Duración: 01h45min

    Gerald Hector has a special segment where he is the guest on the show, FRIENDS TALKING with host, Chris Ashman!

  • Gerald talks with Phillip Laws on #ItsEasySon

    23/06/2022 Duración: 54min

    Mr. Laws is an accomplished corporate executive leader with over 25 years of extensive experience working within the top Fortune 20 companies. Prior to joining Nemours Children's Health, Mr. Laws held several C-Suite roles to include Global Sr. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Manager role with Amazon. Executive Leadership roles with Starbucks Coffee Company, two Japanese pharmaceutical sales/marketing firms and Mobil Oil Corporation. Mr. Laws hold a Master’s degree in Business Management, Bachelor’s degree in Business Marketing and Executive Leadership Certificates from Harvard University. Member of the Orlando Regional Realtor Association.

  • Gerald Hector welcomes Jeffrey Graham to It's Easy Son

    09/06/2022 Duración: 59min

    Jeffrey Graham is the Vice President, Deputy Head of Independent Distribution Partners for Chubb Insurance Company’s International Division. With 34 years of Insurance Field Sales and Producer Development experience, he has executive oversight for developing business in emerging international markets across enterprise divisions of Commercial, Personal Lines and Accident & Health businesses. With responsibilities for over 22,000 agents and brokers generating over $1.1B. and operating in 12 of Chubb’s 54 countries and territories spanning across Latin America, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Far East regions. Prior to joining Chubb, Jeffrey spent 30 years with Travelers and Aetna Insurance Companies in varying leadership and consulting roles working in partnership with Independent Agents throughout North America. Jeff has a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Hampton University, Hampton, VA and has earned various insurance licenses and certifications throughout his career.

  • Gerald Hector welcomes James Scruggs, CEO of Kingdom Development Partners to "It's Easy Son"

    03/06/2022 Duración: 58min

    James, originally from Long Island, NY, received his B.A. from the University of Virginia in May of 2000, after which he joined Bank of America as a Commercial Paper Trader. Due to his uncanny ability to identify properties and situations that are “ripe for development,” James founded J.S. & Associates, Inc. in 2002, which is also central to his vision of economic development and self-sufficiency for families in the greater Charlotte area. Since relocating to Charlotte, James has been making a name for himself in real estate development with a particular focus on the most up-and-coming neighborhoods in The Queen City. After years in finance with Bank of America, he joined Helen Adams Realty because it shares his commitment to customer service, authenticity, and reliability. James strengths are unlimited drive and creativity, very strong interpersonal skills, a wealth of investment knowledge, a thorough understanding of real estate growth trends in and around Charlotte, and most importantly, absolute integr

  • Gerald Hector talks with Mr. Michael G. McPherson in It's Easy Son

    14/04/2022 Duración: 56min

    Michael G. McPherson is the Chief Financial Officer for the National Education Association (NEA) in Washington, DC. He directs NEA’s financial and business operations while serving on several Boards, Trusts and Planning and Policy-making committees. He is the Chair of Education International’s Audit Committee (Brussels, Belgium) as well as the Chair of the Audit and Financial Review Committee of California Casualty Insurance Group. Michael is a licensed CPA and obtained his Bachelor of Business Administration from Howard University. He attended Calabar High School in Jamaica from 1969-1976. During his tenure at Calabar he captained the 1972 winning Colts (U-15) football team and the Colts cricket teams and participated at Champs as a high jumper .He later captained the Manning Cup team and was a member of the 1974 winning Walker Cup and All Manning teams. He was later awarded a full football scholarship to Howard University in Washington DC where he graduated with honors. Over the past 10 years he has

  • Gerald Hector welcomes Mr. Sam Johnson of EY to IT'S EASY SON

    07/04/2022 Duración: 59min

    Sam Johnson leads the EY Americas growth strategy by engaging and motivating 71,000 people to drive top-line growth and propel the EY brand in the market. With more than 25 years of experience, Sam has served in various positions, successfully growing and transforming the EY business. Most recently, Sam was Vice Chair and Southeast Region Managing Partner, where he oversaw more than 5,000 professionals across six US states, the Caribbean and Puerto Rico. Under his leadership, the Southeast Region led the Americas in growth for FY18. From his tenure as EY Americas Risk Management and Internal Controls Services Leader, Sam has in-depth knowledge around risk management compliance and internal controls programs. He has also served as Accounts and Business Development Managing Partner, as well as Advisory Managing Partner for the EY Northeast Region. Sam is a member of the Ernst & Young LLP US Executive Board and the EY Americas Operating Executive. His innovation and keen business insights will continue the gro

  • Gerald Hector talks with Dr. Vann R. Newkirk, Sr., President of Fisk University on IT'S EASY SON

    06/04/2022 Duración: 53min

    Dr. Vann R. Newkirk, Sr., a native of Elizabethtown, North Carolina, was named the 17th President of Fisk University by the Board of Trustees on February 15, 2021. He served as Fisk’s Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs from 2018 until his Presidential appointment. Dr. Newkirk has an extensive leadership record with proven evidence of effectiveness on many levels. For instance, he has a 25-year career in creating innovative educational programs which, have enhanced enrollment, at each institution in which he was formerly employed. Over his career he also built and managed off-campus degree programs, enhanced sponsored programs productivity, and played major roles in the administration of institutional research and effectiveness. Newkirk has worked with organizations such as the SACS Consulting Network, the Capacity Building Institute of the UNCF, and the Patterson Research Institute. In these roles he led more than a dozen colleges and universities through initial accreditation or through reaffirm

  • Gerald Hector talks with Dr. Lanze Thompson on It's Easy Son

    16/03/2022 Duración: 01h37s

    Dr. Lanze Thompson is a finance and strategic management executive and board member with over thirty-five years of experience at Fortune 100 companies consisting of Time Warner/CNN, Ford Motor Company, Alcoa, Con Edison, PSEG, Philip Morris/Kraft Foods, and the Georgia Lottery where he has held executive positions such as CFO, Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer, and Controller. He has also gained valuable operating experience as the President and COO of two start-up subsidiaries at PSEG and Con Edison. Mr. Thompson is currently the Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Strategy Officer for Clark Atlanta University. Lanze Thompson was born in Boston, MA and earned his Doctorate in Business from Pace University with concentrations in Global Marketing Strategy and International Business. Lanze received his MBA from Boston College, concentrating in Strategic Management and Finance and he is a graduate of Colby College with a BA in Economics. Lanze is married with three son

  • Gerald Hector welcomes Mr. Chen-Young to "It's Easy Son"

    03/03/2022 Duración: 58min

    On this week's episode of "it's Easy Son," host Gerald Hector speaks with institutional investment and economics expert Mr. Gerald Alain P. Chen-Young to the podcast. Born in the United States, but raised on the island of Jamaica, Mr. Chen-Young shares his journey from grade school all the way through to his attendance at some of the most reputable and recognizable institutions of higher learning in the world. He shares pearls of wisdom about taking care of self, hard work, and avoiding the trap of settling for mediocrity in our efforts around anything we set our minds to. His career spans both institutional investing with large investment banks, and also overseeing the portfolio at the United Negro College Fund, Inc, more pointedly the landmark Gates Millennium Scholars program. A lifelong learner, he shares not only his love for economics, but also his brief stint at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris, France. Little did he know how much that experience would have impacted the rest of his life.

  • Gerald Hector welcomes Rohan Edwards, CPA to IT'S EASY SON

    27/01/2022 Duración: 01h16s

    "This week on It's Easy Son, Gerald Hector welcomes to the podcast, Mr. Rohan Edwards, CPA. He is a Partner with Big Four Firm, Ernst and Young, in their Atlanta office. A native of Jamaica, Mr. Edwards speaks with us about his amazing journey from his early life in Kingston and then to Spanish Town, all the while remaining focused on a singular goal. Despite many twists, turns and experiences, he is now in a position where one of his life's goals is to help those who find themselves going through the same process he endured. He wants to find ways to lessen the challenges for these individuals. He is the son of a Bishop, and a brother to a gospel recording artiste, but his family upbringing, and his keen desire to make his mark on this world, has led him to accomplish quite a lot in a short space of time. The good news is that he is just beginning by serving charitable organizations with his time, treasure, and talent. He is a husband, father, philanthropist and an accounting and auditing expert. Listen

  • Gerald Hector welcomes Rev. Nathaniel Wright to #ITSEasySon

    06/01/2022 Duración: 01h01min

    Rev. Nathaniel Wright was licensed to the ministry on December 8, 1996.Throughout the early portion of his religious career, Rev. Wright served on the Calvary Baptist Church Ministerial Staff as a youth minister. Reverend Wright was ordained to the Gospel Ministry on September 28, 2003 and in January 2004 he stepped into the role of Interim Pastor at Calvary. On December 11, 2005, Reverend Wright was installed as the Pastor of Calvary Baptist Church. Today, Rev. Wright continues to serve Calvary with: faithfulness, dedication and the utmost commitment to the expansion of God’s kingdom. Additionally, Rev. Wright served from April, 2012 to December 2016 as first the overseer and later Pastor for the Friendship Baptist Church in Corning, New York. Pastor Wright is a tremendous orator who is able to convey the truth of God’s word clearly, compellingly and effectively. His God-given ability to use the Bible to meet the needs of people from all walks of life is made evident by the multigenerational congregation

  • Gerald Hector welcomes Dr. Richard Lapchick to IT'S EASY SON

    16/12/2021 Duración: 53min

    This week Gerald Hector welcomes to It's Easy Son, Dr. Richard Lapchick. He is an eminent scholar, an endowed chair & director of The Devos Sport Business Management, and also the Director for The Institute for Diversity & Ethics in Sport. He is a well known national and international figure as it pertains to the intersection of sports, social equity and justice. He is the author of over seventeen books and six hundred articles. Over his career he has been a consistent voice on this topic, and is highly sought after to speak to groups, companies and professional sport leagues on how they can improve in this space. He is the son of former Boston Celtic legendary player, turned coach, Joe Lapchick. In this interview he shares how an incident at a local restaurant when he was seven years old, and the treatment his father received after recruiting Nat "Sweetwater" Clifton in 1950, shaped his future interests in equality, social justice and their intersection with sports. An athlete himself, listen in as he sha

  • Gerald Hector welcomes Mr. Wolde Harris, Mr. Gregory Simmonds, and Mr. Andre Virtue

    25/11/2021 Duración: 01h02min

    "This week Gerald Hector welcomes to It's Easy Son three former guests. Mr. Wolde Harris, Mr. Gregory Simmonds, and Mr. Andre Virtue return to speak about the sport of football/soccer. They share their love for the game, how it impacts and changes the lives of young people, and their thoughts on how to lift the sport further specifically on the island nation of Jamaica. All three perspectives point to how we can make education and development though the "beautiful game" a top priority to teach life skills for greater societal impact around the globe. Listen and hear three former professionals share their thoughts on when we go from here."

  • Gerald Hector welcomes Dr. Charlie Nelms to IT'S EASY SON

    18/11/2021 Duración: 59min

    Mr. Gerald Hector welcomes Nationally Recognized Leader in Higher Education, Dr. Charlie Nelms. Charlie’s eminent career includes serving as chancellor at Indiana University East, the University of Michigan-Flint, and North Carolina Central University (NCCU). During his tenure as chancellor of NCCU, U.S. News & World Report ranked it as one of the best public HBCUs in the nation for three consecutive years. Charlie has received numerous national accolades for his higher education leadership, including prestigious fellowships from the Ford Foundation and the American Council on Education. In addition, he has been widely recognized for tackling issues beyond academia in our communities-at-large. In 2012, President Obama honored him with the MLK Drum Major for Service Award for helping to address the most pressing needs in our nation. Charlie is a highly sought guest speaker, panelist, and commentator at various events, radio programs and podcasts. For five years, he was a Huffington Post blogger, where

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