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PNC C-Speak Season 1


PNC C-Speak Season 1 Lineup


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Masai Lawson
Gannett Fleming

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion with Masai Lawson

Season 1 | Episode 1
An inclusive workforce makes us stronger, smarter, and more creative, reflecting the diversity of the communities we serve. As a Talent Acquisition Manager for Gannett Fleming, Masai Lawson understands that having an inclusive workforce results in better decision-making, brings a broader perspective, and fuels a company’s strength, innovation, and creativity. 

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Betsy Hamm
Duck Donuts

Leadership Lessons with Betsy Hamm

Season 1 | Episode 2
As Duck Donuts CEO, Betsy Hamm oversees the overall direction of the organization and leads the development of the company’s long- and short-term goals and strategic initiatives. But like any good leader, she’s still learning. On this episode, we talk about the various ways that a leader learns about leadership. 

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Joe Robinson
Dame Leadership

Strategic Recruiting with Joe Robinson

Season 1 | Episode 3
How does culture impact employee recruitment? How do you know if your recruitment process is delivering the right people? We talk to Dame Leadership’s Joe Robinson about some of the most important goals companies need to consider during the recruiting process.  

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George Fernandez
Latino Connection

Understanding the Multicultural Market with George Fernandez

Season 1 | Episode 4
How can your company develop more positive and sustainable connections in today’s multicultural marketplace? George Fernandez, CEO, and founder of Latino Connection provides insights that could help your businesses connect with the Latinx community.  

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Lisa Riggs
Economic Development Company of Lancaster County

Workforce & Economic Development with Lisa Riggs

Season 1 | Episode 5
The past year has brought dramatic changes to businesses and the job market. We talk to Lisa Riggs, President at Economic Development Company of Lancaster County to learn what changes are expected in the job market.  We’ll also talk about steps business leaders can take to help influence the direction the job market takes in the future. 

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Hasu P. Shah
Hersha Hospitality Trust

Corporate Responsibility with Hasu Shah

Season 1 | Episode 6
Should businesses work to give back to the communities they serve?  What is the relationship between philanthropy and influence? Hasu Shah has been recognized for his business accomplishments and his philanthropic endeavors.  On this episode, Mr. Shah shares how he came to recognize philanthropy as a very important part of his business.

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Michele Buck
The Hershey Company

Disruption as Opportunity with Michele Buck

Season 1 | Episode 7
The Hershey Company’s President and CEO, Michele Buck, always needs to be thinking about the future. On this episode Michele shares her thoughts on how to keep up with the constant changes brought by the marketplace and consumers, how she views disruption as an opportunity, and what it will take for companies and leaders to be successful in a fast-moving dynamic environment.