Close Up Radio

Front Royal, VA - Susan O Schall PhD is one of the brightest minds of our generation and has often been saluted in the media for her accomplishments. It is not just that she has an advanced education in Engineering but that she made her entrance into the Industrial Engineering field at a time when women did not have much of a presence in STEM careers. Susan notes that there are two meanings to the name she chose for her business, SOS Consulting. Of course, it is connected to her initials and a name well known in certain circles. But there is also the maritime meaning of SOS, and when companies seek her support they usually are in need of quick help. Even her website has a meaningful URL Execute2Compete.com (once they execute the plans she designs, each firm is in a more competitive position.) Her firm focuses on organizational health, which is achieved through more effective leadership, strategic team building, clarity, and tangible opportunities for improvement. Susan and her teams collaborate with the client at every step of the engagement -- from defining the strategic goals to results. Together, they help organizations to strengthen and affirm their leadership, improve production, and better engage their employees. Susan will be appearing on Close Up Radio as part of their Empowering Women Series. She recalls a time when she was the only woman at the table during engineering meetings. Growing up as the only female in a house with three brothers taught her to speak out and stand up for herself. She is proud to be recognized as a trailblazer; someone who broke the proverbial glass ceiling. To learn more about Susan and her stellar work, visit www.execute2compete.com

Auburn, NY - As an award-winning best-selling author, personal coach, publicist, workshop leader, and independent publisher, Laura Ponticello considers her work as finding a bridge. She explains, ?By approaching all client relationships as two friends getting to know each other from a place of love and self-worth, I push aside my ego which opens my heart and allows synchronized energy in conversations as opposed to me controlling the narrative.? Laura established Divine Phoenix Books Books, a publishing and coaching firm, to help empower her clients on their own unique roads to transformation by sharing knowledge and helping them create a bridge to themselves and others. ?I have no reason to be protective of my ideas or my ability to touch the lives of others. I can be a crossing-point for people and business leaders to garnish self-awareness.? Laura is a three time award winning and best selling author with her current release, Awaken to Your Amazing Potential, as a #1 Amazon Best Seller. She has been honored to receive the 2021 Indie Book Excellence Award Winner for Entrepreneurship for The Entrepreneurial Compass. Additionally recognized as a Top 10 Female Leaders Issued by WomELLE, and a She Possible Female Leadership Award (March 2024), Laura is the author of 5 inspirational books. Laura was also named 2024 Honoree Distinction for Lifetime Achievement by Marquis Who's Who for Leadership and Impact in Public Relations, Marketing and Writing. Laura offers sessions and workshops for business leaders, individuals, and groups. Divine Phoenix Books also offers award-winning publishing and author consultations/coaching services. For more information about Laura Ponticello, please visit https://www.lauraponticello.com

Redondo Beach, CA – Recognized for over fifty-five years of contributions as an aerospace engineer, Jeremiah O. Salvatore has found renewed success as a self-employed consultant for such prominent organizations as the Boeing Corporation, Lockheed Martin, and several other governmental entities, including the Secretariat of Infrastructure, Communications and Transportation in Mexico. Specializing in spacecraft orbit and attitude control systems, Jeremiah's extensive experience in design, testing, and in-flight operations has proven invaluable since the onset of his career. Initially drawn to a career in writing, Jeremiah undertook a dual degree program toward a BA at Columbia College and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Science at the Columbia School of Engineering. A chance encounter subsequently led to his employment on a work-study grant with Hughes Space and Communications, currently Boeing Satellite Systems, where he would remain for thrty-eight years. During the early stages of his career journey, he further studied at the University of Southern California, earning a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering in 1967 and undertaking three years of all required coursework toward a Ph.D. in aerospace engineering. The success of Jeremiah can be attributed to his unwavering passion for his work, coupled with his unrelenting determination and diligence. His exceptional work ethic and commitment towards his goals have been the prime drivers of his accomplishments. Jeremiah will discuss the parallels between college campus environments of the 1960's, when he was a student, and the 2020's, present day. For more information about our guest, please visit his page on LinkedIn