Expressions of Leadership

Beyond the Operating Room: Dr. Phuong Nguyen on Leadership, Culture, and a Life of Purpose

On this episode of Expressions of Leadership, host Michele Kawamoto Perry speaks with Dr. Phuong Nguyen, an internationally recognized craniofacial surgeon, about his jou

Leadership in the Gray: Strategy, Decision-Making & Leading Through Complexity | Steve Perkins

On this episode of Expressions of Leadership, host Michele Kawamoto Perry speaks with Steve Perkins, a strategic business and operations leader whose career has spanned f

Geoff Shotz: Leadership, Risk-Taking, and the Journey to Becoming a TV Director

In this episode of Expressions of Leadership, host Michele Kawamoto Perry speaks with Geoff Shotz about his unconventional journey from semi-professional hockey to becomi

From Cold War Diplomat to Toy Entrepreneur: Danny Grossman on Courage, Values, and Leadership

In this episode of Expressions of Leadership, host Michele Kawamoto Perry speaks with Danny Grossman about his extraordinary journey from Cold War diplomat to entrepreneu

From Lawyer to Art Historian: The Unexpected Leadership Journey of David Bardeen

Dr. David Bardeen, Assistant Curator of European Painting and Sculpture at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), joins Michele Kawamoto Perry on Expressions of Le

The Power of Giving Kids a Voice: Katie Stone on Leadership, Agency & Inclusion

In this episode of Expressions of Leadership, host Michele Kawamoto Perry speaks with Katie Stone, Executive Director and Executive Producer of The Children's Hour, a nat

Never Stop Creating: From Music to Film and Beyond with Henri Yonet

In this episode of Expressions of Leadership, Henri Yonet takes us through a remarkable creative journey shaped by two very different influences: an artistic mother and a

From Actor to Artistic Director: Nike Doukas on Leadership, Creativity & Resilience

In this episode of Expressions of Leadership, host Michele Kawamoto Perry speaks with Nike Doukas, actor, director, teacher, accent coach, and Artistic Director of Antaeu

What Happens When You Stop Waiting? Singer/Songwriter & Actor TT on Leadership, Resilience & Purpose

What happens when you stop waiting and start pursuing what truly matters? On this episode of Expressions of Leadership, Michele Kawamoto Perry sits down with TT for a dee

The Power of Reinvention: Sheila Cutchlow on Leadership, Creativity & Connection

In this episode of Expressions of Leadership, host Michele Kawamoto Perry welcomes Sheila Cutchlow, a producer, classically trained chef, business development executive,

From Refugees to Runways: Leadership, Human Dignity & the Story Behind Fabric | Maya Persaud & Sanam Hasan

In this episode of Expressions of Leadership, Michele Kawamoto Perry sits down with Maya Persaud, founder of Espero Atelier in Paris, and Sanam Hasan, documentary filmmak

How Linda Smiley Built a Stronger Community Through Leadership & Communication

In this episode of Expressions of Leadership, host Michele Kawamoto Perry welcomes Linda Smiley, a researcher, educator, speech-language pathologist, and community leader

From Deadliest Catch to Kinshē: Ethan Prochnik on Leadership, Reinvention, and the Courage to Evolve

What does it take to lead under extraordinary pressure, and how do our greatest setbacks become the catalyst for becoming a better leader? In this episode of Expressions

Nona Bayat on Leading Through Strength and Empowering Women's Health

Host Michele Kawamoto Perry welcomes Nona Bayat, fitness entrepreneur, content creator, and host of the Her Health Podcast. What began as sharing workout videos during co

Leading with Kindness in Hollywood | Melinda Hsu on Showrunning, Storytelling & Culture

Host Michele Kawamoto Perry speaks with Emmy-nominated writer-producer, showrunner, author, and podcast host Melinda Hsu to explore her remarkable journey from growing up

Helping Teams Embrace AI: Corey Brown on Leadership, Trust, and Human Expertise

Host Michele Kawamoto Perry sits down with Corey Brown, entrepreneur, technologist, musician, and author of The Expert Prompt, to explore a career built on curiosity, con

Timothy White: Life Through My Lens | Creativity, Leadership & the Stories Behind Hollywood's Most Iconic Images

Award-winning photographer Timothy White has spent more than four decades creating iconic images of some of the world's most recognizable figures. In this episode of Expr

Certified Sommelier Erika Parjus on Leadership, Hospitality, and Creating Opportunities for Others

Host Michele Kawamoto Perry sits down with Certified Sommelier Erika Parjus to explore her remarkable journey from a painfully shy child to a respected leader in the hosp

Creating Opportunity Where Others See Risk: Leadership, Community Investment, and Economic Opportunity with Saurabh Narain

In this episode of Expressions of Leadership, host Michele Kawamoto Perry speaks with Saurabh Narain, President and CEO of the National Community Investment Fund (NCIF),

Kristina Denton: Leadership Lessons from Vulnerability, Healing, and Human Connection

Content Note: This episode includes candid discussions about men's sexual health, vulnerability, relationships, and family dynamics. It also references the title of Krist