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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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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Human-Centric AI and the Art of Leadership w/ Ryan Schlimpert
AUGUST 13, 2026
In this episode, Ryan Schlimpert, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Drury Hotels, breaks down how modern technology leaders can drive innovation without losing the human touch. He explores the power of human-centric AI, explaining how automating backend processes creates m...
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Redefining Inclusion as an Economic Opportunity w/ Jim Atwater
AUGUST 06, 2026
Discover how lived experiences can transform into a catalyst for global innovation with guest Jim Atwater, Founder and CEO of InReturn Strategies and Aptly.org. In this episode, Atwater opens up about navigating...
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