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Dave Daniels, Dave Daniels Consulting

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Dave Daniels, Dave Daniels Consulting (The Exit Exchange, Episode 8)

Dave Daniels of Dave Daniels Consulting says a strong diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) approach is far more than staffing and retention; it needs to be integrated into all aspects of a business. Dave joined “The Exit Exchange” to discuss why an effective DEI initiative not only strengthens company culture, competitive advantage, and the bottom line, but also pays off when it comes time to sell or transition the business. This edition of The Exit Exchange is co-hosted by David Shavzin and Bob Tankesley and is produced virtually from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

Dave Daniels Consulting

DDC (Dave Daniels Consulting) is a dynamic organization that focuses on producing outcomes and impact for organizations of all sizes in the DEI space.

Additionally, Dave Daniels is an accomplished Executive Coach who is certified in the leadership assessment called the IDI (Intercultural Development Inventory) that focuses on improvement with Inclusion skills.

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Dave Daniels, President, Dave Daniels Consulting

Dave is an accomplished Senior Business and Human Resource executive with a proven track record of developing, implementing, and delivering upon both short and long-term results. He has held management and executive-level positions with companies large and small throughout the United States. Dave has managed his career in a way that provides him with an exceptional breadth of experience and capacity to contribute to improving brand and financial results for his employer in every capacity he has served.

His business approach is intended to exceed financial objectives by requiring and inspiring exceptional capabilities on the part of all team members. He is an accomplished facilitator and leader of results-oriented cross-functional teams. He is most thankful and proud of his tenure as part of McDonald’s Corporate Diversity team where he was recognized for his positive impact by being selected as an Accelerated Executive candidate. This profound contribution led to his tenure as the Sr. Regional Manager in Nashville, the fourth largest Region in the domestic system at that time. His extensive travels have contributed immensely to his understanding of diversity in a very broad sense.

An appreciative product of the community college system, he holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Michigan, as well as a Master of Arts degree from Eastern Michigan University. Dave has lived throughout America while developing a background that includes significant P&L responsibility as well as nearly 25 years in the human capital arena. Additionally, he ran his own business for 6 years in Michigan, Indiana, and New Mexico.

Dave is an operationally-focused team builder committed to developing human capital and executing business initiatives that drive organizational success. He is passionate about creating an atmosphere of continuous improvement. His conviction that Human Capital is a top three (3) strategic differentiator for any organization has propelled his career success.

His consulting business of Diversity/Inclusion and the Entrepreneur Operating System (EOS) has allowed him exposure to top-tier companies, most recently Subway Corp. Dave believes in giving back to the communities where he resides. He has been a BOD member of several Non-Profits including founding an entity in St. Charles with 2 other acquaintances. He served as the VP of this group. He has always been a very active board member taking on very successful major fund-raising projects.

The Exit Planning Exchange Atlanta

The Exit Planning Exchange Atlanta (XPX) is a diverse group of professionals with a common goal: working collaboratively to assist business owners with a sale or business transition. XPX Atlanta is an association of advisors who provide professionalism, principles and education to the heart of the middle market. Our members work with business owners through all stages of the private company life cycle: business value growth, business value transfer, and owner life and legacy. Our Vision: To fundamentally changing the trajectory of exit planning services in the Southeast United States. XPX Atlanta delivers a collaborative-based networking exchange with broad representation of exit planning competencies. Learn more about XPX Atlanta and why you should consider joining our community: https://exitplanningexchange.com/atlanta.

The Exit Exchange is produced by John Ray in the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta. The show archive can be found at xpxatlantaradio.com. John Ray and Business RadioX are Platinum Sponsors of XPX Atlanta.

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LADIES LEADERSHIP CIRCLE Anjali Patel and Kellie Callahan and Alexis Firehawk of Carpenter Hazlewood Delgado and Bolen LLP

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LADIES LEADERSHIP CIRCLE Anjali Patel and Kellie Callahan and Alexis Firehawk of Carpenter Hazlewood Delgado and Bolen LLP

Embracing the mantra “practice within your personality”, these attorneys, and the rest of the team at Carpenter, Hazlewood, Delgado & Bolen LLP, are making a positive impact on the industries they serve. This focus helps them stay ahead of the pack along with their commitment to mentorship and collaboration. Listen in as we learn how these things have played an important role in attracting female attorneys to their practice; and, in furthering the advancement of females in law nationwide.

Carpenter, Hazlewood, Delgado & Bolen was founded in 1993. We are a full service law firm devoted to representing businesses, nonprofits, individuals and community associations. With offices in Phoenix, Tucson, Prescott, San Diego, Durango, Salt Lake City, Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio, we have more than 40 attorneys providing legal services to our clients. We handle a variety of practice areas and have the resources to handle nearly any issue encountered by our clients.

At Carpenter, Hazlewood, Delgado & Bolen we live by the motto, “Client First.” We are responsive. We are always available. We are accessible and we speak in plain English. We take the time to find out how we can help our clients in the most efficient way possible. We solely exist for our clients, and their needs always come first.

Before attending the James E. Rogers College of Law at the University of Arizona, Anjali Patel obtained her undergraduate degree in Molecular Biosciences and Biotechnology from Arizona State University with a Certificate in the History and Philosophy of Science. During law school, Anjali had the tremendous opportunity to intern with Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords in Washington, D.C. and extern for Federal District Court Judge Stephen McNamee.

Admitted to practice in Arizona since 2010, Anjali has assisted countless individuals, nonprofit associations, small businesses, and independent contractors in a wide variety of matters ranging from new entity formation and contracts negotiation to criminal defense. Throughout her career, she has focused on detailed legal research and analysis as well as thoughtful and practical solutions to address her clients’ needs.

In her free time, Anjali enjoys spending time with her family as well as creating and supporting the arts, from painting to attending live theater and everything in between.

Kellie Callahan joined the firm in 2007 and became a Shareholder at the firm in 2016. She practices in both Arizona and New Mexico. Kellie oversees the firm’s Enforcement practice group and focuses her practice on civil litigation, general counsel representation and insurance defense. Kellie represents small businesses, nonprofit corporations, planned communities and condominiums. She also has significant experience in collections litigation, electronic discovery disputes, business and employment law issues, and with respect to serving as general counsel to the firm’s business and planned community and condominium clients.

Kellie has served as a member of the CAC-CAI Public Relations Committee, as a liaison to the CAC-CAI Education Committee, and has taught numerous community association related courses through AACM and the Leadership Centre. Kellie is originally from Boston and is an avid Boston sports fan.

Alexis Firehawk practices in the areas of business law and litigation. She focuses on entity formation and dissolution, securities, general counsel, and civil litigation. Alexis counsels nonprofit and for-profit organizations of all sizes, across industries, regarding business transactions and strategy, capital market transactions, intellectual property disputes, and conflict resolution.

Alexis’ practice includes advising companies, boards of directors, and individuals on statutory and regulatory compliance; assisting clients with respect to employment and consulting agreements, contract interpretation and negotiation; and advising clients with regard to compliance with internal policy and procedure.

Alexis also represents companies on both sides of civil litigation, bringing affirmative claims and providing litigation defense.

Prior to joining the firm she created corporate policy for global companies and advised on Information Governance and eDiscovery issues including privacy, security, and regulatory compliance.

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ABOUT LADIES LEADERSHIP CIRCLE

Ladies Leadership Circle (LLC) is brought to you by the women who lived it, in partnership with Phoenix Business RadioX. LLC radio is an empowering program for any woman as any topic which affects women will be discussed and “brought to you by the women who lived it.” Since everything in today’s world affects women every topic is up for discussion such as health, family, faith, career, parenting, community, education, government, pets, cooking, shopping and the list goes on and on. The LLC mission is simple: we are women inspiring and thriving to celebrate and find a happy positive world while maneuvering and|or facing head on the challenges we face.

ABOUT YOUR HOSTS

JoAnn Holland‘s experience in different business environments over the past 33 years both for profit and non-profit, including internationally, and in small, medium and fortune 500 companies in addition to her community engagement has given her a unique perspective on leadership-one that contradicts much of what is out there already on the subject-and is reflective of the kind of female leader we need in today’s, at times, unstable and unpredictable business environment, family life, community outreach and political arena. JoAnn is the curent President and CEO for Central Phoenix Women, Scottsdale Women, East Valley Women and North Valley Women – organizations for women who have established themselves professionally and demonstrated their commitment to the community. Members are individuals who wish to enhance their leadership by connecting with like-minded women to share information, ideas, contacts and opportunities. Members value relationships that enhance their business, social and community endeavors.

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For more than 25 years, Karen Nowicki has been helping organizations and the people who lead them drive their business strategies more effectively and as a result her clients move from success to significance. In 2008, she was awarded the “Mompreneur of the Year Award” for the Southwest. Karen is a published author, accomplished speaker, and trusted adviser to business owners, senior executives and educational leaders. In 2016, Karen and her partners sold $99 Social to Wired Investors, affording her the opportunity and time to become a Studio Partner for Business RadioX – serving Arizona-based businesses by increasing their visibility and helping to accelerate the right relationships.