Let's Play Jeopardy
Discover Your Name > Learn About Others > Take the Pledge
Round 11
K-12 District,County, & StateSuperintendents
College Deans,University Chancellors& Presidents
CEOs, Founders,Executive Directors,& Chairpersons
Municipal,
County, & State
Government Leaders
C-Suite Executives:COO, CFO, CHRO,CMO, CTO, CPO, etc.
Board Members,Former Executives,Retirees, & Others
Wisconsin
6,800Superintendent at Verona Area School District in Wisconsin serving about 6,800 students, with a background in instructional leadership and districtwide strategy focused on student success and community engagement.
Tremayne Clardy
*LinkedIn connection since 9/15/25
Virginia
780President at Hollins University in Virginia serving about 780 students, with a background in higher education leadership, inclusion, and liberal arts advocacy, and author of Leading From the Margins: College Leadership From Unexpected Places.
Mary Dana Hinton
*LinkedIn connection since 11/28/21
Minnesota
40CEO leading Envoy Medical, a hearing health company headquartered in Minnesota with approximately 42 employees with a background in medical device leadership and expertise in fully implanted hearing technologies.
Brent Lucas
*LinkedIn connection since 7/18/22
Brent Lucas
*LinkedIn connection since 7/18/22
California
7,800Mayor leading the City of Huron, California serving approximately 7,800 residents, with a background in equity, innovation, and community development initiatives.
Rey León de Hurón
*LinkedIn connection since 1/15/25
Rey León de Hurón
*LinkedIn connection since 1/15/25
Minnesota
500Chief Clinical Officer leading EOSIS, a Minnesota-based behavioral health and recovery organization with 500–1,000 staff, experienced in clinical social work and supporting mental health and substance use recovery.
Stacy Rivers
*LinkedIn connection since 6/29/24
Stacy Rivers
*LinkedIn connection since 6/29/24
Iowa
16,000Retired Chairman, President, and CEO of Principal Financial Group in Iowa with a workforce of about 16,000 employees and extensive experience in financial services, investment management, and executive leadership.
Dan Houston
*LinkedIn connection since 12/19/24
Minnesota
10,000Superintendent at St. Cloud Area School District 742, Minnesota, serving about 10,000 students. Experienced in classroom and district leadership, with a focus on equity, student achievement, and community partnerships.
Laurie Putnam
*LinkedIn connection since 6/26/25
Massachusetts
9,000President at Quinsigamond Community College in Massachusetts serving about 9,000 students, with a background in strategic enrollment growth and expanding equitable access to postsecondary opportunities.
Luis Pedraja
*LinkedIn connection since 11/14/24
Luis Pedraja
*LinkedIn connection since 11/14/24
California
100President & CEO leading Great Place To Work® headquartered in Oakland, California with approximately 50–200 employees, with a background in corporate culture, employee engagement, and workplace excellence.
Michael Bush
*LinkedIn connection since 4/16/23
Michael Bush
*LinkedIn connection since 4/16/23
Minnesota
36,000Mayor leading the City of Richfield, Minnesota serving approximately 36,000 residents, with a background in education and public service, including experience as a teacher in Richfield Public Schools.
Mary Supple
*LinkedIn connection since 8/15/24
Mary Supple
*LinkedIn connection since 8/15/24
Nebraska
1,000Chief Legal Officer leading DLR Group’s global legal and insurance operations at an integrated design firm in Omaha, Nebraska with 1,000-5,000 employees, with a background in legal strategy for design, construction, and risk management.
Jenn Watson
*LinkedIn connection since 12/22/25
Jenn Watson
*LinkedIn connection since 12/22/25
Washington, D.C.
750,000Former Chief Experience Officer leading the Veterans Experience Office at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, D.C. (population approximately 750,000) and former CEO of Combined Arms in Houston, Texas.
John Boerstler
*LinkedIn connection since 4/3/23
John Boerstler
*LinkedIn connection since 4/3/23
Washington
22,000Superintendent leading the Northshore School District in Washington serving approximately 22,000 students, this educational executive focuses on districtwide success and community impact.
Justin Irish
*LinkedIn connection since 7/1/25
Justin Irish
*LinkedIn connection since 7/1/25
Wisconsin
9,000President at Lakeshore College in Wisconsin serving about 9,000 students with a background in higher education leadership, competency-based education, and national board service including the American Association of Community Colleges.
Paul Carlsen
*LinkedIn connection since 6/27/25
Paul Carlsen
*LinkedIn connection since 6/27/25
New York
200CEO leading Nutrafol, a wellness and haircare company headquartered in Larchmont, New York, serving approximately 200 employees, with a background in consumer health, business strategy, and product innovation.
Cindy Gustafson
*LinkedIn connection since 12/6/22
Cindy Gustafson
*LinkedIn connection since 12/6/22
Georgia
80,000Mayor leading the City of Warner Robins, Georgia serving approximately 80,000 residents, with a background in public service, community development, and local government leadership.
LaRhonda Patrick
*LinkedIn connection since 2/25/25
LaRhonda Patrick
*LinkedIn connection since 2/25/25
Texas
3,100Chief Operating Officer leading WWEX Group headquartered in Dallas, Texas serving approximately 3,100 employees, with a background in logistics infrastructure and strategic growth across operations and acquisitions.
Joel Clum
*LinkedIn connection since 12/1/25
Joel Clum
*LinkedIn connection since 12/1/25
Missouri
6,250,000Retired Chief People Officer of Clarivate with global HR leadership focused on talent development and culture after serving as Chief People Officer of Cerner Corporation, and currently living in Missouri, a state with a population of about 6.25 million residents.
Julie Wilson
*LinkedIn connection since 5/24/22
Julie Wilson
*LinkedIn connection since 5/24/22
Texas
190,000Superintendent, leading the Houston Independent School District in Texas serving approximately 190,000 students, with a background in large-scale district turnaround efforts and accountability-driven reform.
Mike Miles
*LinkedIn connection since 6/27/25
Mike Miles
*LinkedIn connection since 6/27/25
Georgia
11,500President leading Augusta University in Georgia serving approximately 11,500 students with a background in higher education leadership focused on student success, research growth, and institutional development.
Russell Keen
*LinkedIn connection since 10/11/24
Russell Keen
*LinkedIn connection since 10/11/24
Minnesota
5,000President & CEO of Mortenson Construction, Minnesota, leading 5,000–10,000 employees with a focus on innovation, project delivery, and transforming the built environment.
Derek Cunz
*LinkedIn connection since 10/27/22
Derek Cunz
*LinkedIn connection since 10/27/22
Arizona
195,000Mayor leading the City of Tempe in Arizona serving approximately 195,000 residents, with a background in community relations, local government, and initiatives advancing affordable housing and innovative city programs.
Corey Woods
*LinkedIn connection since 10/10/25
Corey Woods
*LinkedIn connection since 10/10/25
California
24,000Group VP and Head of Worldwide Manufacturing at Applied Materials headquartered in Santa Clara, California, leading about 24,000 employees with expertise in semiconductor manufacturing and executive operations.
KC Ong
*LinkedIn connection since 12/27/25
KC Ong
*LinkedIn connection since 12/27/25
Tennessee
7,000,000Retired Vice President of Human Resources at Rush Enterprises, a New Braunfels, Texas‑headquartered commercial vehicle company with approximately 7,900 employees, currently living in Tennessee (population ~7 million).
Kipp Sassaman
*LinkedIn connection since 3/30/23
Pennsylvania
200,000Superintendent, leading the School District of Philadelphia in Pennsylvania serving approximately 200,000 students, with a background in urban district leadership focused on academic improvement, equity, and large-system transformation.
Tony Watlington Sr.
*LinkedIn connection since 9/24/25
Tony Watlington Sr.
*LinkedIn connection since 9/24/25
Arizona
54,000President leading the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona serving approximately 54,000 students with a background in research and academic leadership focused on access, student success, and land-grant mission advancement.
Suresh Garimella
*LinkedIn connection since 8/30/25
Suresh Garimella
*LinkedIn connection since 8/30/25
North Carolina
130,000President & CEO of Honeywell Building Automation, Charlotte, NC, leading global operations for 130,000 employees with expertise in engineering, automation, and sustainable building solutions.
Billal Hammoud
*LinkedIn connection since 1/5/26
Billal Hammoud
*LinkedIn connection since 1/5/26
Ohio
370,000Mayor leading the City of Cleveland, Ohio serving approximately 370,000 residents, with a background in public service, economic development, and community engagement.
Justin Bibb
*LinkedIn connection since 10/21/25
Justin Bibb
*LinkedIn connection since 10/21/25
Connecticut
44,000VP & Chief Communications Officer at Pratt & Whitney, Connecticut, leading global communications for a 44,000-employee company with expertise in corporate strategy and stakeholder engagement.
Tizz Weber
*LinkedIn connection since 1/1/26
Tizz Weber
*LinkedIn connection since 1/1/26
Ohio
11,880,000Retired Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Bartlett Wealth Management, a firm with approximately 51–200 employees, and former Board Member of Catholic Charities Southwestern Ohio with about 148 employees, currently living in Ohio (population ~ 11.88 million).
Tom Steele
*LinkedIn connection since 12/6/21
K-12 District,County, & StateSuperintendents
College Deans,University Chancellors& Presidents
CEOs, Founders,Executive Directors,& Chairpersons
Municipal,
County, & State
Government Leaders
C-Suite Executives:COO, CFO, CHRO,CMO, CTO, CPO, etc.
Board Members,Former Executives,Retirees, & Others
Wisconsin
6,800Superintendent at Verona Area School District in Wisconsin serving about 6,800 students, with a background in instructional leadership and districtwide strategy focused on student success and community engagement.
Tremayne Clardy
*LinkedIn connection since 9/15/25
Virginia
780President at Hollins University in Virginia serving about 780 students, with a background in higher education leadership, inclusion, and liberal arts advocacy, and author of Leading From the Margins: College Leadership From Unexpected Places.
Mary Dana Hinton
*LinkedIn connection since 11/28/21
Minnesota
40CEO leading Envoy Medical, a hearing health company headquartered in Minnesota with approximately 42 employees with a background in medical device leadership and expertise in fully implanted hearing technologies.
Brent Lucas
*LinkedIn connection since 7/18/22
Brent Lucas
*LinkedIn connection since 7/18/22
California
7,800Mayor leading the City of Huron, California serving approximately 7,800 residents, with a background in equity, innovation, and community development initiatives.
Rey León de Hurón
*LinkedIn connection since 1/15/25
Rey León de Hurón
*LinkedIn connection since 1/15/25
Minnesota
500Chief Clinical Officer leading EOSIS, a Minnesota-based behavioral health and recovery organization with 500–1,000 staff, experienced in clinical social work and supporting mental health and substance use recovery.
Stacy Rivers
*LinkedIn connection since 6/29/24
Stacy Rivers
*LinkedIn connection since 6/29/24
Iowa
16,000Retired Chairman, President, and CEO of Principal Financial Group in Iowa with a workforce of about 16,000 employees and extensive experience in financial services, investment management, and executive leadership.
Dan Houston
*LinkedIn connection since 12/19/24
Minnesota
10,000Superintendent at St. Cloud Area School District 742, Minnesota, serving about 10,000 students. Experienced in classroom and district leadership, with a focus on equity, student achievement, and community partnerships.
Laurie Putnam
*LinkedIn connection since 6/26/25
Massachusetts
9,000President at Quinsigamond Community College in Massachusetts serving about 9,000 students, with a background in strategic enrollment growth and expanding equitable access to postsecondary opportunities.
Luis Pedraja
*LinkedIn connection since 11/14/24
Luis Pedraja
*LinkedIn connection since 11/14/24
California
100President & CEO leading Great Place To Work® headquartered in Oakland, California with approximately 50–200 employees, with a background in corporate culture, employee engagement, and workplace excellence.
Michael Bush
*LinkedIn connection since 4/16/23
Michael Bush
*LinkedIn connection since 4/16/23
Minnesota
36,000Mayor leading the City of Richfield, Minnesota serving approximately 36,000 residents, with a background in education and public service, including experience as a teacher in Richfield Public Schools.
Mary Supple
*LinkedIn connection since 8/15/24
Mary Supple
*LinkedIn connection since 8/15/24
Nebraska
1,000Chief Legal Officer leading DLR Group’s global legal and insurance operations at an integrated design firm in Omaha, Nebraska with 1,000-5,000 employees, with a background in legal strategy for design, construction, and risk management.
Jenn Watson
*LinkedIn connection since 12/22/25
Jenn Watson
*LinkedIn connection since 12/22/25
Washington, D.C.
750,000Former Chief Experience Officer leading the Veterans Experience Office at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, D.C. (population approximately 750,000) and former CEO of Combined Arms in Houston, Texas.
John Boerstler
*LinkedIn connection since 4/3/23
John Boerstler
*LinkedIn connection since 4/3/23
Washington
22,000Superintendent leading the Northshore School District in Washington serving approximately 22,000 students, this educational executive focuses on districtwide success and community impact.
Justin Irish
*LinkedIn connection since 7/1/25
Justin Irish
*LinkedIn connection since 7/1/25
Wisconsin
9,000President at Lakeshore College in Wisconsin serving about 9,000 students with a background in higher education leadership, competency-based education, and national board service including the American Association of Community Colleges.
Paul Carlsen
*LinkedIn connection since 6/27/25
Paul Carlsen
*LinkedIn connection since 6/27/25
New York
200CEO leading Nutrafol, a wellness and haircare company headquartered in Larchmont, New York, serving approximately 200 employees, with a background in consumer health, business strategy, and product innovation.
Cindy Gustafson
*LinkedIn connection since 12/6/22
Cindy Gustafson
*LinkedIn connection since 12/6/22
Georgia
80,000Mayor leading the City of Warner Robins, Georgia serving approximately 80,000 residents, with a background in public service, community development, and local government leadership.
LaRhonda Patrick
*LinkedIn connection since 2/25/25
LaRhonda Patrick
*LinkedIn connection since 2/25/25
Texas
3,100Chief Operating Officer leading WWEX Group headquartered in Dallas, Texas serving approximately 3,100 employees, with a background in logistics infrastructure and strategic growth across operations and acquisitions.
Joel Clum
*LinkedIn connection since 12/1/25
Joel Clum
*LinkedIn connection since 12/1/25
Missouri
6,250,000Retired Chief People Officer of Clarivate with global HR leadership focused on talent development and culture after serving as Chief People Officer of Cerner Corporation, and currently living in Missouri, a state with a population of about 6.25 million residents.
Julie Wilson
*LinkedIn connection since 5/24/22
Julie Wilson
*LinkedIn connection since 5/24/22
Texas
190,000Superintendent, leading the Houston Independent School District in Texas serving approximately 190,000 students, with a background in large-scale district turnaround efforts and accountability-driven reform.
Mike Miles
*LinkedIn connection since 6/27/25
Mike Miles
*LinkedIn connection since 6/27/25
Georgia
11,500President leading Augusta University in Georgia serving approximately 11,500 students with a background in higher education leadership focused on student success, research growth, and institutional development.
Russell Keen
*LinkedIn connection since 10/11/24
Russell Keen
*LinkedIn connection since 10/11/24
Minnesota
5,000President & CEO of Mortenson Construction, Minnesota, leading 5,000–10,000 employees with a focus on innovation, project delivery, and transforming the built environment.
Derek Cunz
*LinkedIn connection since 10/27/22
Derek Cunz
*LinkedIn connection since 10/27/22
Arizona
195,000Mayor leading the City of Tempe in Arizona serving approximately 195,000 residents, with a background in community relations, local government, and initiatives advancing affordable housing and innovative city programs.
Corey Woods
*LinkedIn connection since 10/10/25
Corey Woods
*LinkedIn connection since 10/10/25
California
24,000Group VP and Head of Worldwide Manufacturing at Applied Materials headquartered in Santa Clara, California, leading about 24,000 employees with expertise in semiconductor manufacturing and executive operations.
KC Ong
*LinkedIn connection since 12/27/25
KC Ong
*LinkedIn connection since 12/27/25
Tennessee
7,000,000Retired Vice President of Human Resources at Rush Enterprises, a New Braunfels, Texas‑headquartered commercial vehicle company with approximately 7,900 employees, currently living in Tennessee (population ~7 million).
Kipp Sassaman
*LinkedIn connection since 3/30/23
Pennsylvania
200,000Superintendent, leading the School District of Philadelphia in Pennsylvania serving approximately 200,000 students, with a background in urban district leadership focused on academic improvement, equity, and large-system transformation.
Tony Watlington Sr.
*LinkedIn connection since 9/24/25
Tony Watlington Sr.
*LinkedIn connection since 9/24/25
Arizona
54,000President leading the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona serving approximately 54,000 students with a background in research and academic leadership focused on access, student success, and land-grant mission advancement.
Suresh Garimella
*LinkedIn connection since 8/30/25
Suresh Garimella
*LinkedIn connection since 8/30/25
North Carolina
130,000President & CEO of Honeywell Building Automation, Charlotte, NC, leading global operations for 130,000 employees with expertise in engineering, automation, and sustainable building solutions.
Billal Hammoud
*LinkedIn connection since 1/5/26
Billal Hammoud
*LinkedIn connection since 1/5/26
Ohio
370,000Mayor leading the City of Cleveland, Ohio serving approximately 370,000 residents, with a background in public service, economic development, and community engagement.
Justin Bibb
*LinkedIn connection since 10/21/25
Justin Bibb
*LinkedIn connection since 10/21/25
Connecticut
44,000VP & Chief Communications Officer at Pratt & Whitney, Connecticut, leading global communications for a 44,000-employee company with expertise in corporate strategy and stakeholder engagement.
Tizz Weber
*LinkedIn connection since 1/1/26
Tizz Weber
*LinkedIn connection since 1/1/26
Ohio
11,880,000Retired Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Bartlett Wealth Management, a firm with approximately 51–200 employees, and former Board Member of Catholic Charities Southwestern Ohio with about 148 employees, currently living in Ohio (population ~ 11.88 million).
Tom Steele
*LinkedIn connection since 12/6/21
K-12 District,County, & StateSuperintendents
Wisconsin
6,800Superintendent at Verona Area School District in Wisconsin serving about 6,800 students, with a background in instructional leadership and districtwide strategy focused on student success and community engagement.
Tremayne Clardy
*LinkedIn connection since 9/15/25
Minnesota
10,000Superintendent at St. Cloud Area School District 742, Minnesota, serving about 10,000 students. Experienced in classroom and district leadership, with a focus on equity, student achievement, and community partnerships.
Laurie Putnam
*LinkedIn connection since 6/26/25
Washington
22,000Superintendent leading the Northshore School District in Washington serving approximately 22,000 students, this educational executive focuses on districtwide success and community impact.
Justin Irish
*LinkedIn connection since 7/1/25
Justin Irish
*LinkedIn connection since 7/1/25
Texas
190,000Superintendent, leading the Houston Independent School District in Texas serving approximately 190,000 students, with a background in large-scale district turnaround efforts and accountability-driven reform.
Mike Miles
*LinkedIn connection since 6/27/25
Mike Miles
*LinkedIn connection since 6/27/25
Pennsylvania
200,000Superintendent, leading the School District of Philadelphia in Pennsylvania serving approximately 200,000 students, with a background in urban district leadership focused on academic improvement, equity, and large-system transformation.
Tony Watlington Sr.
*LinkedIn connection since 9/24/25
Tony Watlington Sr.
*LinkedIn connection since 9/24/25
College Deans,University Chancellors& Presidents
Virginia
780President at Hollins University in Virginia serving about 780 students, with a background in higher education leadership, inclusion, and liberal arts advocacy, and author of Leading From the Margins: College Leadership From Unexpected Places.
Mary Dana Hinton
*LinkedIn connection since 11/28/21
Massachusetts
9,000President at Quinsigamond Community College in Massachusetts serving about 9,000 students, with a background in strategic enrollment growth and expanding equitable access to postsecondary opportunities.
Luis Pedraja
*LinkedIn connection since 11/14/24
Luis Pedraja
*LinkedIn connection since 11/14/24
Wisconsin
9,000President at Lakeshore College in Wisconsin serving about 9,000 students with a background in higher education leadership, competency-based education, and national board service including the American Association of Community Colleges.
Paul Carlsen
*LinkedIn connection since 6/27/25
Paul Carlsen
*LinkedIn connection since 6/27/25
Georgia
11,500President leading Augusta University in Georgia serving approximately 11,500 students with a background in higher education leadership focused on student success, research growth, and institutional development.
Russell Keen
*LinkedIn connection since 10/11/24
Russell Keen
*LinkedIn connection since 10/11/24
Arizona
54,000President leading the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona serving approximately 54,000 students with a background in research and academic leadership focused on access, student success, and land-grant mission advancement.
Suresh Garimella
*LinkedIn connection since 8/30/25
Suresh Garimella
*LinkedIn connection since 8/30/25
CEOs, Founders,Executive Directors,& Chairpersons
Minnesota
40CEO leading Envoy Medical, a hearing health company headquartered in Minnesota with approximately 42 employees with a background in medical device leadership and expertise in fully implanted hearing technologies.
Brent Lucas
*LinkedIn connection since 7/18/22
Brent Lucas
*LinkedIn connection since 7/18/22
California
100President & CEO leading Great Place To Work® headquartered in Oakland, California with approximately 50–200 employees, with a background in corporate culture, employee engagement, and workplace excellence.
Michael Bush
*LinkedIn connection since 4/16/23
Michael Bush
*LinkedIn connection since 4/16/23
New York
200CEO leading Nutrafol, a wellness and haircare company headquartered in Larchmont, New York, serving approximately 200 employees, with a background in consumer health, business strategy, and product innovation.
Cindy Gustafson
*LinkedIn connection since 12/6/22
Cindy Gustafson
*LinkedIn connection since 12/6/22
Minnesota
5,000President & CEO of Mortenson Construction, Minnesota, leading 5,000–10,000 employees with a focus on innovation, project delivery, and transforming the built environment.
Derek Cunz
*LinkedIn connection since 10/27/22
Derek Cunz
*LinkedIn connection since 10/27/22
North Carolina
130,000President & CEO of Honeywell Building Automation, Charlotte, NC, leading global operations for 130,000 employees with expertise in engineering, automation, and sustainable building solutions.
Billal Hammoud
*LinkedIn connection since 1/5/26
Billal Hammoud
*LinkedIn connection since 1/5/26
Municipal,
County, & State
Government Leaders
California
7,800Mayor leading the City of Huron, California serving approximately 7,800 residents, with a background in equity, innovation, and community development initiatives.
Rey León de Hurón
*LinkedIn connection since 1/15/25
Rey León de Hurón
*LinkedIn connection since 1/15/25
Minnesota
36,000Mayor leading the City of Richfield, Minnesota serving approximately 36,000 residents, with a background in education and public service, including experience as a teacher in Richfield Public Schools.
Mary Supple
*LinkedIn connection since 8/15/24
Mary Supple
*LinkedIn connection since 8/15/24
Georgia
80,000Mayor leading the City of Warner Robins, Georgia serving approximately 80,000 residents, with a background in public service, community development, and local government leadership.
LaRhonda Patrick
*LinkedIn connection since 2/25/25
LaRhonda Patrick
*LinkedIn connection since 2/25/25
Arizona
195,000Mayor leading the City of Tempe in Arizona serving approximately 195,000 residents, with a background in community relations, local government, and initiatives advancing affordable housing and innovative city programs.
Corey Woods
*LinkedIn connection since 10/10/25
Corey Woods
*LinkedIn connection since 10/10/25
Ohio
370,000Mayor leading the City of Cleveland, Ohio serving approximately 370,000 residents, with a background in public service, economic development, and community engagement.
Justin Bibb
*LinkedIn connection since 10/21/25
Justin Bibb
*LinkedIn connection since 10/21/25
C-Suite Executives:COO, CFO, CHRO,CMO, CTO, CPO, etc.
Minnesota
500Chief Clinical Officer leading EOSIS, a Minnesota-based behavioral health and recovery organization with 500–1,000 staff, experienced in clinical social work and supporting mental health and substance use recovery.
Stacy Rivers
*LinkedIn connection since 6/29/24
Stacy Rivers
*LinkedIn connection since 6/29/24
Nebraska
1,000Chief Legal Officer leading DLR Group’s global legal and insurance operations at an integrated design firm in Omaha, Nebraska with 1,000-5,000 employees, with a background in legal strategy for design, construction, and risk management.
Jenn Watson
*LinkedIn connection since 12/22/25
Jenn Watson
*LinkedIn connection since 12/22/25
Texas
3,100Chief Operating Officer leading WWEX Group headquartered in Dallas, Texas serving approximately 3,100 employees, with a background in logistics infrastructure and strategic growth across operations and acquisitions.
Joel Clum
*LinkedIn connection since 12/1/25
Joel Clum
*LinkedIn connection since 12/1/25
California
24,000Group VP and Head of Worldwide Manufacturing at Applied Materials headquartered in Santa Clara, California, leading about 24,000 employees with expertise in semiconductor manufacturing and executive operations.
KC Ong
*LinkedIn connection since 12/27/25
KC Ong
*LinkedIn connection since 12/27/25
Connecticut
44,000VP & Chief Communications Officer at Pratt & Whitney, Connecticut, leading global communications for a 44,000-employee company with expertise in corporate strategy and stakeholder engagement.
Tizz Weber
*LinkedIn connection since 1/1/26
Tizz Weber
*LinkedIn connection since 1/1/26
Board Members,Former Executives,Retirees, & Others
Iowa
16,000Retired Chairman, President, and CEO of Principal Financial Group in Iowa with a workforce of about 16,000 employees and extensive experience in financial services, investment management, and executive leadership.
Dan Houston
*LinkedIn connection since 12/19/24
Washington, D.C.
750,000Former Chief Experience Officer leading the Veterans Experience Office at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, D.C. (population approximately 750,000) and former CEO of Combined Arms in Houston, Texas.
John Boerstler
*LinkedIn connection since 4/3/23
John Boerstler
*LinkedIn connection since 4/3/23
Missouri
6,250,000Retired Chief People Officer of Clarivate with global HR leadership focused on talent development and culture after serving as Chief People Officer of Cerner Corporation, and currently living in Missouri, a state with a population of about 6.25 million residents.
Julie Wilson
*LinkedIn connection since 5/24/22
Julie Wilson
*LinkedIn connection since 5/24/22
Tennessee
7,000,000Retired Vice President of Human Resources at Rush Enterprises, a New Braunfels, Texas‑headquartered commercial vehicle company with approximately 7,900 employees, currently living in Tennessee (population ~7 million).
Kipp Sassaman
*LinkedIn connection since 3/30/23
Ohio
11,880,000Retired Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Bartlett Wealth Management, a firm with approximately 51–200 employees, and former Board Member of Catholic Charities Southwestern Ohio with about 148 employees, currently living in Ohio (population ~ 11.88 million).
Tom Steele
*LinkedIn connection since 12/6/21
DEEP Coalition LLC © 2026 | PRIVACY POLICY | TERMS OF USE