Expressions of Leadership
Expressions of Leadership
Podcast Description
Leaders come from every walk of life. When honing your own leadership style, learning from others is powerful. Join leadership consultant and coach Michele Kawamoto Perry in conversation with a variety of leaders—from the start-up CEO breaking new technology ground, to the teacher challenging the status quo, to the doctor caring for patients, to the artist creating innovative work. She’ll delve into styles, explore philosophies, and uncover stand-out practices. Get inspired by new perspectives and ways to lead more effectively from those who make it happen.
Michele Kawamoto Perry founded The Forward Project, a leadership development and cultural transformation consultancy. As a corporate coach dedicated to transforming organizations by fostering stronger foundational leadership skills, she helps those ready to make a change bring out their own leadership abilities. Michele knows the impact each individual can make and is on a mission to use leadership development to build a more engaging, inclusive, and creative world.
Look for new episodes every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. Follow us on Instagram and YouTube @ExpressionsOfLeadership.
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The podcast focuses on leadership development, cultural transformation, and innovative practices, featuring episodes that delve into topics such as authenticity in leadership with entrepreneur Shayla Height, adapting to new technologies in the workplace with Debra Perry Piscioni and Josh Drean, and the intersection of culinary arts and leadership with chef Katie Chin.
Leaders emerge from every walk of life. Whether you’re defining your leadership style or evolving it, learning from others can be transformative. Join leadership consultant and coach Michele Kawamoto Perry as she sits down with a diverse range of leaders—from startup CEOs pioneering new technology, to teachers challenging the status quo, doctors delivering compassionate care, and artists pushing creative boundaries. Together, they explore leadership styles, philosophies, and breakthrough practices. Discover fresh perspectives and actionable insights to help you lead with greater impact.
Michele Kawamoto Perry is the founder of The Forward Project, a consultancy focused on leadership development and cultural transformation. As a corporate coach, she helps organizations cultivate stronger foundational leadership skills, empowering individuals who are ready to create change. Michele believes in the power of personal leadership and is on a mission to help build a more inclusive, engaging, and innovative world—one leader at a time.
Look for new episodes every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. Follow us on Instagram and YouTube @ExpressionsOfLeadership.
In this episode, host Michele Kawamoto Perry sits down with Ricardo Hernandez, principal of Seneca Valley High School and a dynamic voice in education leadership. A native of Puerto Rico, Ricardo shares his journey from an emerging multilingual learner—who picked up English by watching soap operas—to leading one of the largest high schools on the East Coast. He reflects on his transition from a career in sales to education, his direct and values-driven leadership style, and his deep commitment to supporting students and staff. Tune in for a compelling conversation on representation, courageous leadership, and the future of transformative education.
You can follow Ricardo on X @RHernandezMCPS.
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Discover more about host Michele Kawamoto Perry and The Forward Project’s expertise in culture transformation and leadership development at www.theforwardproject.co.
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