n this special in-person episode, hosts Alex Fakeri and Holly Basta sit down with Jonathon Rondeau, President & CEO of Fello — formerly known as The Arc Central Chesapeake Region. This isn’t just a conversation about a name change. It’s about identity, evolution, and what it means to stay rooted in your mission while boldly stepping into the future. Jonathon opens up about the heart behind the rebrand, what “Fello” truly means, and how the organization is continuing to serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in more intentional, connected ways than ever before.

In this episode, hosts Holly, Kalie, and Alex are joined by Amy Gowan, President & CEO of the Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation. Together, they dive into what it means to lead through complex relationships—both internally with teams and externally with stakeholders and partners. Amy shares her perspective on building trust, fostering collaboration, and leading with intention in the public sector. She also discusses the balance between strategic growth and human-centered leadership, and how to stay focused amid competing priorities.

In this episode, hosts Holly Basta and Kalie Jakovics are joined by Col. Yolanda Gore, Garrison Commander at Fort Meade. Together, they explore what it means to lead with clarity, emotional intelligence, and purpose—especially in high-responsibility roles within the military. Col. Gore shares powerful insights on making mission-driven decisions, the value of removing emotion from leadership choices, and how self-awareness strengthens your ability to lead others.

In this episode, hosts Holly Basta and Alex Fakeri are joined by Danielle Fields from Biomedical Waste Services (BWS). Together, they explore the behind-the-scenes leadership, collaboration, and operations of a medical waste management company. Danielle shares insights into how BWS handles biohazardous materials, the importance of team collaboration across departments, and what it really means to lead with diligence in a regulated industry.