Leslie Greenwood is a true force in the realm of community building and engagement. As the founder of Chief Evangelist Consulting and cofounder of Wednesday Women, she is known for her ability to craft innovative strategies for both formal and informal communities while bypassing the constraints of traditional structures.

With more than 20 years of leadership in customer-facing roles, Leslie has mastered the art of community engagement. She always puts members first and proves that true connection is the heart of any thriving community. Her passion project, Wednesday Women, is dedicated to uplifting women leaders and entrepreneurs, fostering meaningful relationships, and celebrating their successes.

Leslie's superpower lies in her ability to unite people through the power of evangelism, personal connections, and shared values. She consistently demonstrates that the "sticky glue" of genuine, value-driven engagement is what makes communities flourish. She has deep and valuable insights on how to create vibrant, connected communities without being bound by conventional methods.

When she's not busy transforming communities, Leslie enjoys coffee, good chocolate, and advocating for diversity in tech—while wishing her dogs would be just a bit quieter.

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Listen to the full-length outro piece: Hollie Greenwood, CCÉ, Irish Traditions, Atlanta, Georgia, USA, plays a Reel – “Jenny’s Welcome to Charlie”

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Dr. Ina Hadsciew is a seasoned dermatologist with an impressive career spanning over 30 years. Dr. Hadsciew's journey is anything but ordinary—she almost became a professional swimmer, but a pivotal conversation with her father led her to pursue medicine instead.

Growing up in West Germany after her family fled East Berlin, she was deeply influenced by her strong and supportive parents and her grandmother, a professor of architecture. This early foundation instilled in her the belief that she could achieve anything, a mindset that has driven her remarkable career.

Dr. Hadsciew's path has taken her from high school in the U.S. to challenging medical work in South Africa and ultimately to her current role in dermatology, where she blends cutting-edge research with compassionate patient care. Along the way, she’s faced difficult choices, like deciding to transition from oncology to dermatology, and she’s embraced every experience with curiosity, gratitude, and a commitment to kindness.

But Dr. Hadsciew isn’t just about medicine—she’s a passionate traveler, a budding pianist, and dreams of one day exhibiting her black-and-white photography. She knows firsthand the impact of mentoring and carries it forward. and also deeply believes in the power of serendipity.

Her best advice is to live life to the fullest and learn to balance a fulfilling professional life with personal passions. early on. And remember that with the right mindset, anything is possible.

Dr. Ina Hadshiew on LinkedIn

Meryl Evans was born profoundly deaf, but that has never slowed her down or stopped her from making an impact as a renowned speaker, trainer, author, and accessibility consultant. A true champion of accessibility and inclusion, she is helping push progress in accessibility in education, marketing, advocacy, and product development.

Meryl’s expertise helps organizations navigate the complexities of diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring they reach wider audiences, boost engagement, and foster a sense of belonging for everyone. Her dedication extends beyond her professional work—she’s a passionate volunteer and board member, recognized as one of the 50 Leading Women by the Plano Chamber of Commerce and honored by the North Texas Disability Chamber with an award named after her.

As a sought-after speaker, Meryl has graced stages at LinkedIn, TEDx, and South by Southwest, and her insights have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Morning Brew, AdWeek, AdAge, and The Dallas Morning News.

When she’s not advocating for accessibility, this proud Texan might be found immersed in a crochet project or rehearsing for a community theatre show.