Something Extra
My name is Lisa Nichols, and I have spent the last 30 years as both the CEO of Technology Partners and as the mother to Ally, our daughter with Down syndrome. Down syndrome occurs when someone is born with an extra chromosome, but for Ally, her “something extra” goes beyond her DNA. She is one of the funniest, kindest, mostly joyful people you have ever met. Learning from Ally has taught me to look for the “something extras” in everyone I encounter. Join me as I interview leaders from around the world as they share their stories and show us what it takes to influence, encourage, and be a true leader in our daily lives. Welcome to Something Extra.
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Rethinking Culture: How Mindsets Drive Results w/ Ray Kleeman
SEPTEMBER 03, 2026
Ray Kleeman, Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Reinsurance Group of America, shares his expert blueprint for driving human-centered business strategy. Unpack how aligning talent, culture, and leadership unlocks flawless execution and creates long-term value within a...
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Unlocking Human Potential Through Clean Water Access w/ Dr. Greg Allgood
AUGUST 27, 2026
What happens when a corporate water purification initiative fails to make a profit, but holds the power to save millions of lives? Dr. Greg Allgood, Vice President of Water and Health at World Vision, shares how pitching a radical non-profit model turned a...
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Designing Healthcare Around the Human Experience w/ Dr. Hossain Marandi
AUGUST 20, 2026
Step inside the mind of Dr. Hossain Marandi, President of Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital and SVP of SSM Health Pediatric Services, as he shares how merging clinical insight with business strategy elevates the standard of care. Discover the thoughtful...
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