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I am SUPER EXCITED to announce my 19th anniversary with the Gerson Lehrman Group. Working at GLG has been a dream come true. The organization possesses exemplary leadership throughout every level of the company. GLG is an inclusive and rewarding organization that genuinely cares about people. On 𝐌𝐚𝐲 2𝐧𝐝, 2005, GLG provided me with my first opportunity to consult with global clients. I was extremely nervous about speaking to a seasoned Hedge Fund Manager and his employees on Wall Street about the retail sector. I felt like I was studying for the Bar Exam. As with every engagement, I am fiercely passionate about providing each client with a "First Class" experience while consistently exceeding their expectations. After speaking for over 60 minutes (which felt like 3 hours), the client and his team were impressed with my ability to convey and articulate engaging and unique concepts/strategies to their diverse audience. Word spread like a brushfire throughout GLG and their client base that I was one of their top retail experts. I was labeled a HYBRID in the industry because of my 25 years of retail experience (at the time) and my ability to communicate hands-on concepts to diverse audiences. After about three months, I started ruminating about how my transition out of retail leadership could be a consulting career. This would allow me to share the "Best Practices" I gleaned during my leadership career and expand my reach to a global level. Serendipitously, one of my longtime GLG clients was one of the first people who suggested that I write a book to help others in retail/business. This became the initial creative spark that spawned the creation of my 𝘉𝘦𝘴𝘵-𝘚𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 book in 23 countries worldwide, "𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥: 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 & 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝." Then, in 2021, another GLG client suggested that I create an online course to supplement the manual. With his idea and several other friends, my Top-Selling Online Course, "𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞: 𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐑𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫!" was created. I have been blessed to have worked with and learned from so many 𝘙𝘦𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘐𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴 throughout my retail journey: Bernie Marcus, Arthur Blank, Ken Langone, Ron Brill, Pat Farrah, Marvin Ellison, and Mark Baker. This is WHY I share a lot of my proprietary information, strategies, and concepts in my LinkedIn posts for FREE. I believe in Paying it Forward. I want to personally say 𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐊 𝐘𝐎𝐔 to all of my friends, colleagues, connections, and mentors for your incredible support, engagement, advice, and kindness. 🏫𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞: https://lnkd.in/ghHtsinC 📚𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥: https://lnkd.in/g6Ek9SXZ WHAT ARE YOU GRATEFUL FOR IN YOUR LIFE? #retailing #careers #bestadvice #management #careers #LinkedIn

𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤: 𝐀 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞, 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐮𝐧𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠⬇️✨ This past week was both overwhelming and fulfilling, filled with experiences that left a lasting impact on me🥹😊😊. One of the highlights was participating in my group’s CSR initiative🎁. There’s nothing heartwarming like seeing the joy on the faces of beneficiaries 😃 and knowing you’ve touched lives in a meaningful way, knowing we were making a real difference in their lives. It was truly the best part of my week.😊✨ I also had the opportunity to visit a vendor for due diligence, which has been a great learning experience. It’s teaching me to critically analyze and question things I see or hear, sharpening my professional instincts.🤔💭 Finally, we wrapped up the week with a team bonding themed 𝐎𝐰𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞, a perfect way to unwind and strengthen our connections after such a busy week/year right? 𝑯𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒑𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒊𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒚 𝑪𝑺𝑹 𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒍𝒚? 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒘𝒂𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒆𝒙𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒍𝒊𝒌𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒚𝒐𝒖? Share your thoughts in the comments section 😊⬇️ #growthmindset #personalgrowth #EniolaOmosanya #CSR

🤩 We can design and live an extraordinary life 🤩 We only get one life journey here on Earth and making the most of that journey should be something that is possible for us all. Yet we know it’s not. In a recent report, KPMG identified social mobility as the biggest barrier for someone achieving their dreams. Whoever you are and wherever you are born, there should be no limit to where your talent, hard work and creativity can take you. I’d like to think most people would support the same view but yet we inhibit habits that don’t always consistently align. For example, we post a vacancy and we list a degree as an essential requirement. But is it really? If we subscribe to giving everyone fair opportunity then surely we should recruit based on character - with a view that technical competence can be achieved with the right talent, hard work and creativity? I think every baby born deserves the opportunity to design and live an extraordinary life. Here’s to shaping a world for that to be possible. And thanks today to those who are dedicating their one life to make it happen.

Work hard, play hard—and build friendships that stand the test of time. ✨ When I think back on my time at Bain & Company, the career-defining projects and professional growth were remarkable. But the real highlight? The incredible people I had the privilege to work alongside. 💼🤝 Bain’s culture is truly unique. It’s not just about delivering results—it’s about how we get there: with collaboration, mutual respect, and a genuine care for each other’s success. There’s something powerful about working side by side in a “work hard, play hard” environment that turns colleagues into lifelong friends. Whether it was celebrating team wins, navigating challenges, or simply sharing a laugh at the end of a long day, those experiences built bonds that last far beyond our consulting days. This weekend, I had the joy of reconnecting with some of those amazing people: Clara Colina, Rocio Esteve, Martin Magnone, Inês Montenegro Soares, Diogo Teixeira, and María Faura Vives de la Cortada. 👫👶 We reunited with our kids in tow, and it was one of those full-circle moments—reflecting on where we began, how far we’ve come, and the friendships that have remained constant. I’m incredibly proud of where we all are now—and I absolutely love the conversations we share while watching our kids play. From conscious parenting to how AI is reshaping the world we live in (and how to embrace it!), these moments remind me how much we’ve grown while staying true to the values that brought us together. It’s a reminder that while the work is important, it’s the people who make the journey truly unforgettable. 💙 To the colleagues who become family—and the memories that grow richer with time. 🍾 #Friendship #CareerGrowth #ConsultingLife #WorkHardPlayHard #BainAlumni

🎉 Celebrating One Year in the Corporate World! 🎉 It's hard to believe that it's already been a year since I embarked on this exciting journey into the corporate world. Reflecting on this milestone, I've learned invaluable lessons that have shaped my perspective and approach to work. Here are some key takeaways from my first year: As I celebrate this milestone, I'm grateful for the experiences and lessons learned during my first year in the corporate world. Here's to continued growth, learning, and exciting opportunities ahead! 🚀 #CorporateJourney #OneYearAnniversary #ProfessionalGrowth

Reached a 10-year milestone! This week, I'm celebrating my 10th work anniversary at The Health and Care Professions Council. Over the past decade, I've grown both personally and professionally, taking on numerous roles, building a network across the business and collaborating across departments towards shared goals and objectives. The organisation has also evolved considerably during this time, and I'm proud to work for an organisation that is clear about its purpose and values its people. 🤝 While there have been highs and lows, as is expected in business and life, I continue to be driven to serve HCPC for several reasons: ✔ HCPC's Purpose: I believe in the HCPC's mission and purpose, and I'm clear on how my role contributes to it. ✔ Leadership: I am fortunate to have been, and continue to be, led by a great leader Fatma Ali who is human-centric, charming and passionate, role models positive behaviours and encourages continuous learning and growth. I have total confidence in her and she entrusts in me. ✔ Opportunities: I've been given the chance to work and deliver on important pieces of work and seek opportunities for improvement and innovation, which has resulted in my efforts being valued and recognised. ✔ Autonomy: I've been entrusted with the autonomy to work on projects and initiatives that can bear fruit for months and years to come, such as our Beyond Barriers mentoring programme. ✔ My Team: I couldn't ask for a better team. We navigate challenges together as a cohesive unit and more importantly we focus on solutions, impact and value-add. ✔ Culture: Culture fit is as important, if not more so, than possessing the right skills for a job. ✔ Wellbeing and balance: Finding an organisation that values you, your wellbeing, and your work-life balance is critical to success. My job allows me to spark the fuel of human potential and catalyse change at the individual, team, and organisational levels. I couldn’t ask for more in a job as I love what I do 🌸 ☘ As I reflect on my ten years at the HCPC, an African proverb resonates: "If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." This sentiment has encapsulated my experience and the value I place on collaboration, growth and collective progress.  🙌 #milestone #tenyears #workanniversary #workiversary #teamwork #leadership #culture #hcpc #achievement #recognition #purpose #worklifebalance

Please help us celebrate the birthday of one of our esteemed Board Members, Josue Argueta Argueta! Feliz Cumpleaños! Fun Facts about Josue: Board Position: Director of Student Affairs Professional Position: Consultant at Deloitte 1. What are the top three items on your bucket list? Attend a World Cup and the Champions League Final | Backpack through Europe | Experience the car scene in Tokyo. 2. Given the choice of anyone in the world, past or present, who would you want as a dinner guest and why? If given the choice, I would opt to have dinner with Charlie Munger. His profound knowledge and life experiences, particularly in the realms of investing and steering one of the greatest investment firms of all time, make him a captivating and insightful individual to engage in meaningful conversation. 3. Tell us about your favorite cultural custom. Not sure if this qualifies as the most representative cultural custom, but during Christmas in El Salvador, we celebrated an event called "El Torito Pinto." Essentially, it involves a mock bull with someone underneath, and it shoots fireworks in all directions. It remains one of my fondest childhood memories.

🎉 Celebrating Success: High Five Day 2024 🎉 As we reflect on the past year, we are filled with immense pride and gratitude for what we have accomplished together. Today, as we celebrate High Five Day, we not only commemorate our achievements but also embrace the spirit of unity and resilience that defines our team. 🌟 Reflecting on our Journey: This past year has been a testament to our commitment and hard work. We have overcome challenges, seized opportunities, and achieved milestones that once seemed out of reach. Each high five exchanged today is a symbol of our collective triumphs and the unwavering spirit that drives us forward. 🚀 Setting Our Sights Higher: High Five Day is not just a time to look back; it is also an opportunity to look ahead. As we embark on a new year, we use this moment to set our sights higher, to dream bigger, and to aim for even greater successes. The encouragement and support from each member of our team inspire us to aim higher and achieve more than we ever thought possible. 💪 Empowering Each Other: One of the most remarkable aspects of our team is the unwavering support we offer each other. A simple high five is a powerful gesture of encouragement, a reminder that we are not alone in our endeavours. Together, we have created a culture of support and empowerment that fuels our drive for success. This High Five Day, we celebrate not only our achievements but also the incredible team spirit that defines us. We shall continue to uplift and inspire each other as we aim for new heights and achieve greater successes. Here's to a year filled with endless possibilities, shared triumphs, and unwavering support from our amazing team! #HighFiveDay #YearEndCelebration #Teamwork #Success

🎉 Join us in celebrating Audrey's incredible 11 years with the Economic Alliance! Audrey is truly the heart beat of our organization, and while she holds the title of Director of Organizational Development, it should be well known she has a hand in nearly every aspect of running the Economic Alliance ship, and for that we are extremely thankful.🎉 🤩 Why did you want to work for/be a part of the Economic Alliance? "After 15 years in the media industry, I was ready for a change but wanted to move to an organization that impacts the community as much as a media company does. I felt the Economic Alliance fit that requirement, but, wow, did I underestimate that impact initially." 🌟 What has been the most rewarding part about being a part of this team? "The passion with which every member of our team does their jobs is so amazing. I’ve worked with great people over the years but to be a part of this team that is so dedicated to doing good things in the community and creating positive impact fills my cup every day." 🎉 How are you planning on celebrating your anniversary? AKA, what excites you about the upcoming year? "My anniversary day starts with onboarding a summer intern. That certainly excites me as it’s so gratifying to expose young talent to all we do, and all this community has to offer. My celebration won’t be isolated to this one day as I’m blessed with routine happy hours and dinners with current and former coworkers. One of the best things about my job is that each year differs from the other. We are always evolving, creating new initiatives, and working together to grow the community. I love that I’m involved with all of it -- buy local initiatives, public policy advocacy, talent attraction campaigns, leadership development programs and so much more. It’s never boring at the Economic Alliance." 🎨What is your favorite Economic Alliance brand color and why? "It has to be yellow. Yellow reminds me of the sun which reminds me of brightness and warmth. And all my teammates can attest to how much I like to be warm." Here's to many more years of impact and growth with Audrey at the helm! 🚀 #WorkAnniversary #EconomicAlliance #CommunityImpact

Here’s to 10 more!