Perspectives 24 - Unleashed

Katie Drummond focuses on the future of work and how we can work with technology like AI, not against it. As the global editorial director of WIRED, one of the world’s most influential and iconic technology magazines, she leads the content strategy across all platforms and markets. Every day, she oversees groundbreaking, agenda-setting journalism that spans emerging technology, scientific progress, and the successes and pitfalls of the world’s biggest technology companies. In her talks, she shares insider insights into emerging technology and its potential, ensuring your organization thrives now and well into the future.

She has an extensive background in online media, with a specific focus on driving experimentation and groundbreaking digital innovation: During her five-year tenure as the Senior Vice President of Global News & Entertainment at VICE, Katie’s pioneering approach to platforms like TikTok and Twitch generated massive audience growth and won external plaudits, including an Online Journalism Award for VICE News’ original reporting on TikTok. She also oversaw VICE’s ambitious expansion across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Latin America, and led teams whose work was honored with Emmy, Peabody, and National Press Club awards, among others. Earlier in her career, Drummond held key leadership positions at several high-profile media outlets, including as deputy editor of Bloomberg.com and Editor-in-Chief of Gizmodo.

While spending a few months in the financial sector just prior to joining Peraton, Cari has spent much of her career in the government services sector with organizations who support our nation’s most important missions, including SAIC, Engility, CGI and Robbins-Gioia. This has allowed her to develop and hone her skills across multiple HR functions including onboarding, leadership development, performance management, culture, employee engagement, merger and acquisition integration, HR compliance, and learning programs.

Cari holds a BA from Michigan State University in International Relations, an MBA from Wayne State University, and Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification. She resides in Northern Virginia with her husband, Jim.

Cari Bohley joined Peraton in January 2022 as the Vice President of Talent Management.  In her role, she is responsible for learning and leadership development programs, performance management, skills, career development, culture and engagement, and succession planning. Over her career, she has developed and honed her skills across multiple HR functions and HR technology. She has spent the majority of her career in the government services sector with organizations who support our nation’s most important missions.

Cari holds a BA from Michigan State University in International Relations, an MBA from Wayne State University, and is a Project Management Professional (PMP).

April Caldwell is a Senior Learning Officer and Team Lead for Technology Learning Solutions at the World Bank Group. With advanced degrees in Learning and Development and Public Administration, she specializes in technology-driven learning experiences. April’s is known for inspiring creative technology use and pioneering innovative learning solutions. Her interests span artificial intelligence, social and peer-to-peer learning strategies, and transformative digital learning that push the boundaries of corporate learning. A tech-enthusiast, she actively explores emerging technologies to improve learning practices. April's commitment to mentoring and professional development extends beyond her team, as she engages with industry leaders and seeks continuous growth opportunities. Her ebullient passion for modern learning makes her a sought-after speaker and thought leader in the learning and development field.

Dave Di Pietro has been with Leidos for 16 years, initially working in Talent Acquisition. In 2019, he transitioned to Learning & Development (L&D), where he currently manages Technical Upskilling programs focused on AI and Cyber. Additionally, Dave oversees special L&D projects, helping to drive the growth and development of employees across the organization

Gary Flowers is the CIO, Transformation and Technology Services of Year Up, a nonprofit organization that empowers young adults to reach their potential through education and career opportunities.

With over 29 years of experience in technology and operations, Gary leads the transformation and technology services across the enterprise, including business intelligence, product and design, learning excellence, and enterprise operations.

Gary’s core competencies are executive leadership, digital roadmap creation, enterprise architecture, program management, service delivery, vendor management, and customer relationship management. He leverages these skills to enable business process and innovation, drive increased profit and efficiency, and deliver customer-centric solutions that create value and impact. 

Gary is honored to have received the 2023 Florida CIO Corporate Orbie Award and was recognized as one of the 30 most influential business leaders in tech in 2022.

Dr. Fogle is the Learning Management Systems Program Manager for the Department of Energy. In this role, he serves as the focal point for learning management systems operations and is responsible for leading the full-spectrum analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation of technological solutions in support of the Department’s LMS, as outlined by the Chief Human Capital Officer and Chief Learning Officer’s strategic human capital plan. He also supports the training and development of 36,000 federal and contractor employees across 83 organizations, while implementing innovative training solutions.

Prior to joining Energy, Shawn served as Vice President of Global Talent and Learning Development for Citibank. He successfully designed and launched a “Fold the Map” partnership network for
73 Global Country Heads leading operations in 82 countries across 5 regions, and was a driving force behind standardizing talent development strategies while eradicating duplicative workforce development activities across Citibank’s training portfolio.

Dr. Fogle is also a retired Air Force Chief Master Sergeant and holds various degrees in workforce education and development, business management, and organizational development. He is passionate about personal growth and continued development and sees that as our passport to a fulfilling life and successful career.

Chasity Green is a Senior Manager of Leadership and Development at Asurion.  Her work centers around creating leadership development programs that impact cross functional teams across the enterprise.  During her 5+ years at Asurion she has created and curated multiple programs and resources to support leaders at differing points of their leadership journeys.  Her focus has always been on meeting people where they are to support them in where they want to go.

As an Industrial Engineering graduate of Mississippi State University, Chasity began her career in the manufacturing industry.  Upon finding a passion for people and development, Chasity went on to further her education by obtaining her Master’s Degree in Operations Management with a certification in Human Resource Management from the University of Arkansas. In 2019, Chasity became an Associate Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation.  For 20+ years she has leveraged her education and experience to lead and develop high performing teams. 

As the Senior Director of Learning Enablement at Unisys, John manages all activity related to Unisys University programs and training content; this includes not only the delivery of programs and content but, where necessary, the development of custom training. The custom training at Unisys is typically created to support custom proprietary solutions, but some courses are created to support internal programs and processes. John also partners with the Legal Department to make the required compliance content available to Unisys associates; that content is deployed through Percipio Compliance. John is responsible for vendor partnerships including the Percipio, Professional Services and Compliance contracts with Skillsoft. Finally, John is responsible for the financial management of the UU budget and tasked with maximizing the benefits Unisys gets from the funding provided to UU by the business units.

In his role as the Global Vice President, Solution Go-to-Market, Nate is responsible for applying solution and industry specific strategies to guide SAP SuccessFactors go-to-market initiatives. Key responsibilities include development of sales strategy; incubation and development of new solutions and market initiatives; scaling and amplification of global programs through regional alignment. This team of Chief Experts provides internal and external thought leadership to elevate SAP SuccessFactors solutions, technologies and partners in market share, improving the companies and the lives of the customers we serve. In this position, Nate builds on 20 years in corporate learning and human capital technologies.

Joellen Jarrett accepted her role as the Small Business Administration’s first Chief Learning Officer and Division Director for Organizational Effectiveness in August of 2015. This position has given her the opportunity to pursue her passion for promoting organizational health, fostering engagement, and building high performance teams. Joellen directs the agency’s strategic talent and organization development with a current focus on tech talent development and organizational change. She also oversees onboarding, performance management, awards and recognition, EAP/work life, telework and remote work programs for SBA. Joellen’s federal career spans more than 35 years and began in August 1986 with her entry into active duty in the U.S. Air Force. Her federal civilian service includes assignments with the Defense Intelligence Agency, Department of Defense, Department of Energy, Department of Interior. A lifelong learner, Joellen is currently working on her doctorate degree in business administration with University of Maryland, Global Campus.

Chris Lee is the Vice President of Global Talent Development for Dell Technologies. In this role, he is responsible for leading the learning organization that designs and globally delivers professional and leadership development solutions as well as key talent programs to Dell team members and leaders. He has spent the last 12 years with Dell in a variety of positions during times of significant growth, M&A, and transformation efforts.  These include HR Business Partner and Org. Development Strategist roles across several of Dell’s businesses and functions like Sales, Services, Telecom, and Corporate. He has also held Executive and leadership roles responsible for employee listening, operations, and talent management, including the areas of performance, career, and succession planning within the Talent COE.

Chris is a graduate of Dell’s HR Rotation Program (HRRP) in 2015. Prior to joining the rotation program he graduated from Cornell University with a Master's in Industrial Labor Relations in 2012 and from Ithaca College with a Bachelor's degree in 2010.  He has been a member of both the Ithaca College Board of Trustees and Alumni Board of Directors.  Chris resides with his wife, daughter, and son in Austin, Texas.

Gina Johnson is the Director of Learning and Development for NTT DATA in North America. NTT DATA is a trusted global innovator in IT and business services, with headquarters in Tokyo. They offer consulting, industry solutions, business process services, IT modernization, and managed services, helping clients transform into the digital future. NTT DATA is committed to its clients' long-term success and serves them in over 50 countries with global reach and local client attention.

After leaving a career in sports journalism, Gina shifted her focus to Information Technology and became a Platinum consultant in SAP. She worked with clients in various industries and traveled around the world. Over time, she led SAP Canada Education Services, became a partner in boutique consulting firm Learn2Perform, designed SAP's largest external learning management system for the state of Pennsylvania, and ultimately became the Chief Learning Officer of Optimal Solutions, which was later acquired by NTT DATA.  When she is not tapping away on her laptop, Gina also teaches water acclimation and survival skills to children for the British Swim School of North Texas.

Steven Potts is DieboldNixdorf’s Global Head of Talent Management & Learning with over 20 years of experience in leadership development, learning, talent and performance management, career development, and learning technologies.  Steven has worked in tech start-ups as well as Fortune 500 companies across many industries with the goal being to unleash the talent that lives in us all.  Hailing from Cleveland, OH, originally, Steven now resides in Atlanta, GA, and obtained his BA in Strategic Communication from The Ohio State University and his MEd in Human Resources & Organization Development from the University of Georgia.

LaTasha brings a wealth of experience and over 20+ years of corporate training and facilitation and LMS administration from companies such as Cox Enterprises, Autotrader.com, New York Stock Exchange, Gentiva Healthcare Services, and Volt Power. LaTasha began her career in systems at Manheim on loan to Cox Enterprises to help implement the company’s first Learning Management System, SumTotal. After engaging in this process for several months, LaTasha soon realized she had a passion for behind-the-scenes wizardry of LMS configuration as well as client facing consulting, training coordination, support and customer service. LaTasha currently serves as the Learning Management System Architect for Rollins Inc, parent company of the Orkin Brand and 12 other Pest Control and Wildlife Brands, Domestic and International where she is responsible for Strategy, LMS Functionality, Content Management and Tool Engagement to support the initiatives and objectives of all the Brands.

LaTasha attended high school in Atlanta GA and is a graduate of Emory University. In her spare time, she volunteers as a Girl Scouts Troop Leader for Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta, has served on the Principal Advisory Council for Dekalb County School System and facilitates life skills to children in underserved communities. Other hobbies include facilitating and coordinating wellness workshops. 

She is the proud mother of a Generation Z daughter (born 1995 to 2009) and Generation Alpha daughter (born 2010 to 2024), so her family life is always full of excitement, discoveries, challenges, and love. 

Drawing on more than 30 years of consulting and leadership experience, Matthew is passionate about improving the quality of life for all people through health technology, innovation, and sustainability. At the heart of his approach is his belief that the opportunity to improve healthcare for patients and everyone we interact with is a privilege.

Matthew joined Philips in 2011 as the National Network Engineer, leading customer engagements and consulting with hospital leadership and IT stakeholders to enhance the ability to bridge the way for integrating patient monitoring and the highest level of patient safety possible.

In 2017, Matthew’s responsibilities expanded to include designing new value-added services for the North American Services and Solutions Delivery teams. In 2018, he was appointed Senior Manager of North America's Solution Design Team. At the beginning of this year, Matthew was appointed to his current role as the Technical Knowledge Management Lead for Hospital Patient Monitoring within the Workforce Innovation Office.

Before joining Philips, Matthew held leadership and consulting roles in a broad spectrum of companies across the United States, including Cisco, Healthcare Services Corp., Citrix, State Farm, and Duke Energy.

Matthew is eternally grateful for the many lessons and determination he learned while serving in the United States Marine Corps. Matthew is married and has one child, attending her junior year at the University of Tennessee.

Quote: “Every day, I wake up and know that everything I do at work will positively impact someone's life, just as Philips helped and continues to help improve not only my life but billions of lives worldwide!”

Patti Rowe is a dynamic Human Resources leader with a breadth of experience creating and implementing development opportunities for thousands of employees at Fortune 500 companies, government jobs, and everything in between.

As the Director of Learning and Development for the City and County of Denver, Patti leads the designand production of customized educational programs and initiatives citywide, including integration of the new leadership model and organizational effectiveness consulting. She also leads the performance management process for city department and agencies, and the implementation of metric-driven goals training, including coaching and advising city leaders.

Prior to joining the city, Patti was the Vice President of Learning and Organization Development at WOW! Internet, Cable & Phone, a cable and telecommunications company. Patti drove corporate wide learning, leadership development, and designed the company's new performance management system. She also led key organizational effectiveness and learning and development initiatives, including a 12-month Leadership Development program.

Patti has worked as an HR Manager and consultant. She has held several roles in Human Resources leadership, including Intelligent Hiring with Bristol-Meyers Squibb, at NewsTalk Television, Jones Intercable, Syntex Chemicals, and United Airlines.

Patti earned a master’s degree in counseling and Human Resource Management from the University of North Texas. She is a certified coach, certified Enneagram trainer, is certified to facilitate Changing from the Inside out (Neuroscience) and has received certification in Prosci Change Management. She is also experienced in popular training programs such as Crucial Conversations and iLoveFeedback.

In her free time, Patti enjoys working out, baking amazing gluten-free goodies, and spending time with her daughters.

Ryan currently serves as the Sr. Manager of Talent and Leadership Development for Tractor Supply Company’s Store Support Center. He is responsible for designing, delivering, and evaluating impactful programs to support over 1300 Team Members and leaders across the corporate/shared services. Ryan is a dynamic facilitator, thought-provoking coach, positive change catalyst, and results-oriented consultant who strives to empower individual contributors, leaders, teams, and organizations to be at their best and drive positive change. Ryan holds a Master of Arts in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from the University of West Florida and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of the Philippines. Ryan is also Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) from Co-Active Training Institute. Prior to Tractor, Ryan worked in the healthcare industry and has 10 years of progressive experience in leadership development, employee engagement and experience, and coaching.

Annie Scogin is a seasoned expert in Leadership and Workforce Development who focuses on upskilling and career development. With over a decade focusing on adult learners, Annie has created high potential programs, leadership programs, built a Work Force Development Center that focuses on upskilling and reskilling low wage earners with the goal of retaining employees and placing them in open positions within the organization. Annie’s passion for creating a culture of continuous improvement and growth for all team member informs all of her decision making. Outside of work, Annie enjoys community service, hiking, and cooking, as well as spending time with her 7 year old son and husband.

Fátima Terry serves as the Deputy Director for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Digital Service (DS) in the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO). In this role, Fátima is responsible for recruiting and developing an expanded team of technology, innovation, and service delivery leaders to meet the myriad of missions needs across USDA. Prior to USDA, Fátima served two tours with the US Digital Service (USDS), and during one tour as acting Chief Learning Officer for the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) Management and Operations Division – Human Capital (OMB-MOD-HC) team. Across her career, Fátima has worked for or partnered with at least 10 other federal agencies in the areas of technology delivery, product development, leadership, human capital, organizational design, technical education and Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM), apprenticeships, advanced manufacturing credentialing and more.Fátima is also an Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Federal Internal Coaching Training Program Graduate and coaches a range of executive and non-executive clients. She holds an M.A. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, as well as a B.A. in Psychology from New Jersey City University. Fátima is a first-generation immigrant born in Peru and the first female in her family to receive an advanced degree. Outside of work, her unique experiences have ignited her passion for participating on minority or disadvantaged serving boards and volunteer with organizations that progress these communities.

Mike Wynn is a Senior Vice President, Innovations and Learning Technology Executive for The Academy. In this role, he is responsible for delivering innovations and managing the technology roadmap to increase synergies and reduce inconsistencies between individual learning programs offered by the Academy. He is also responsible for solving common learning challenges and creating a holistic, high tech and high touch employee learning experience to foster career growth and development.

Mike joined Bank of America in 2005. During his 16 year career he held several roles within the Consumer channel which include Financial Center Manager, Market Training Leader, Consumer Market Manager and Associate Readiness Manager. As a Readiness Manager, he had responsibility for driving employee readiness, client satisfaction, and sales performance for all Financial Centers in South Carolina.

As a part of his current responsibilities, he manages a team behind the scenes to bring innovative solutions to the Bank. Those solutions include the use of Virtual Reality, which is designed to increase employee engagement and learning retention using state of the art technology. Additionaly, his team also develops AI Bot Conversation simulations and systems simulators. His team specializes in interactive learning solution design to help improve the overall learning experience by combining dynamic graphics and audio to deliver memorable content. He resides in Waxhaw, North Carolina.