In a world where design increasingly underpins competitive differentiation, innovation, and market relevance, how can leaders embed inclusive design in ventures so that business value, culture, and community impact move forward together?

In this episode of ⁠⁠Leaders in the Arena⁠⁠, hear a compelling conversation with Dr. Tiffany Bussey, a visionary in advancing minority entrepreneurship and inclusive economic ecosystems in Atlanta and beyond.

How do you grow from an individual contributor to a confident owner and culture-builder? In this episode of ⁠⁠Leaders in the Arena⁠⁠, Caroline Lewis shares her path from Director of Operations to CEO/Owner at Lawson House, and the lessons she learned leading a creative services firm through growth, team development, and client impact.

In this episode of ⁠⁠Leaders in the Arena⁠⁠, hear from two retired senior executives from Unum—Tom White and Wendy Gibson—for a dynamic 30-minute conversation on how leadership development must evolve to meet today’s challenges.

Bridge Innovate partnered with a global manufacturing leader to refresh its 2030 strategy using the Playing to Win framework—aligning teams under a unified vision, defining five key market opportunities, and equipping leaders to drive growth with clarity and purpose.

As part of a business accelerator program with UGA Executive Education, this multibillion dollar manufacturer partnered with Bridge Innovate to equip rising leaders with design thinking tools, innovation strategy, and a customer-first mindset—earning top ratings from participants.

In this episode of ⁠⁠Leaders in the Arena⁠⁠, we explore how coaching can unlock untapped leadership potential and drive real business results. Vicki Gordan, Senior Vice President and Chief Auditor at Unum® (Retired), and Sherri Parks, Holistic Life Coach, share practical insights on how developing authentic, multi-dimensional leaders can transform teams and performance in today’s complex environment.

In this episode of ⁠⁠Leaders in the Arena⁠⁠, hear an engaging and insightful session on how adaptability and continuous learning are key drivers of leadership growth. This episode with Wendy Gibson and Tom White, retired SVPs from Unum, is designed for both emerging and seasoned leaders who want to enhance their leadership skills and navigate change effectively.

Engaging your leadership team in shaping and executing talent strategy is crucial to organizational success. In this episode of ⁠⁠Leaders in the Arena⁠⁠, explore why leadership development is vital for inspiring and equipping talent at all levels.

In this episode of ⁠⁠Leaders in the Arena⁠⁠, join Dr. Mark E. Mendenhall, J. Burton Frierson Chair of Excellence in Business Leadership at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, for a practical dive into leadership ethics. Dr. Mendenhall explores a fundamental framework to apply as leaders when making decisions and giving direction.

Success today requires more than just a solid strategy—it’s about collaboration that sparks innovation and insights. In this episode of ⁠⁠Leaders in the Arena⁠⁠, hear from Susan Harris and Barry White from Chattanooga Tourism to learn how a unified approach can drive growth.

In this episode of ⁠⁠Leaders in the Arena⁠⁠, join Jonna Van Thiel, Ph.D. for an in-depth exploration of how Learning & Development drives business success. In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, L&D plays a crucial role in fueling organizational growth. In this session, we’ll examine how L&D initiatives can align with overarching business goals, strengthen teams, and foster a culture that supports long-term success.

In today’s competitive business landscape, strong, cohesive teams are the foundation of success. In this episode of ⁠⁠Leaders in the Arena⁠⁠, Dr. Martha E. Rader explores why investing in team development is critical and how it can accelerate your organization’s growth.

In this episode of ⁠⁠Leaders in the Arena⁠⁠, join Bridge Consultant Rachel Gammon as she shares expert insights on planning a retreat that drives lasting success, along with her experiences working with Bridge and Mission Increase.

In this episode of ⁠⁠Leaders in the Arena⁠⁠ with our guest, Glenda Hicks, we will dive into why effective board performance is essential, the impact of proper training and self-assessments, and how board leadership can drive meaningful change in the nonprofit sector. 

A Fortune 500 company grows essential talent through The Exemplary Leaders program, helping leaders identify personal leadership strengths and weaknesses and create action steps to improve leadership skills.

Bridge Innovate provides scholarships for nonprofit leaders in partnership with United Way of Greater Chattanooga to invest in their professional growth through The Exemplary Leaders Program.

With the help and facilitation of Bridge Innovate, NNH continues to enhance its programs, equipping employees with new capabilities to do good work, and ultimately helping the Greater Chattanooga area to flourish.

For the fourth year, Bridge Innovate is proud to have partnered with Morehouse Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center's Small Business Executive Certificate Program.

Bridge Innovate® administered the Strategic Influence series, an engaging virtual program over six sessions, for a Fortune 500 company.

As part of The Leadership Collective, Bridge Innovate® hosted dinner and discussion at our second Leadership Roundtable for 2023. This roundtable’s theme was “listening leaders”—exploring the importance of communication and listening with respect as leaders.