The Pulse with Alex Ponce – Season 2, Episode 10
FULL EPISODE: https://youtu.be/Ivcok3y7-ts

Join us for the SEASON FINALE, an inspiring episode of "The Pulse with Alex Ponce," where we'll meet Dr. Liria M. Litano — a transformation specialist and educator whose journey bridges the worlds of fashion retail, technology innovation, and higher education.

With a career spanning over 20 years at leading fashion brands like Macy’s, Stage, and Perry Ellis International, and over 8 years in the retail tech industry at companies such as Aptos, Tecsys, and Blue Yonder (a Panasonic company), Dr. Litano has mastered the art of navigating change and driving strategic transformation. Today, she serves as a Senior Transformation Advisor at Blue Yonder, helping retailers overcome complex operational challenges through cutting-edge cloud solutions.

Beyond corporate leadership, Dr. Litano also gives back to the next generation as an adjunct professor of business management at Florida International University and St. Thomas University, where she shares her passion for strategy, leadership, and innovation.

🔹 Key Topics Covered:
- Her transition from fashion to tech
- Strategies for overcoming adversity and barriers
- The power of storytelling in sales and leadership
- The importance of education and mentorship in business
- How resilience can shape lifelong success

This episode is dedicated to the trailblazers who refuse to let adversity define them — those who lead, inspire, and uplift others along the way.

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The Pulse with Alex Ponce – Season 2, Episode 9
FULL EPISODE: https://youtu.be/Q5EkQaApY08

Join us for an inspiring interview with Dr. Greg Desrosiers, Chief Operating Officer of Smart Grid Ventures and an accomplished entrepreneur, as he shares his remarkable career journey spanning over 25 years across engineering, consulting, leadership, and education.

🔹 Key Topics Covered:

- Early lessons learned from engineering and operations management
- Leading high-stakes, multi-million dollar smart grid and energy projects
- Insights from advanced studies at Harvard, Wharton, and FIU
- Overcoming adversity, maintaining work-life balance, and coping with career challenges
- Advice for future leaders in entrepreneurship, energy, and tech-driven fields

Dr. Desrosiers’ story is a testament to continuous learning, adaptability, and perseverance — offering critical insights for aspiring leaders navigating today’s ever-evolving professional landscape.

🎯 Why Watch This Episode?

- Learn how technical expertise can power entrepreneurial success
- Discover leadership strategies for managing complex, high-pressure projects
- Hear real-world advice on resilience, professional growth, and personal fulfillment

Join us for an engaging and thoughtful conversation that blends technical innovation, business strategy, and human experience.

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The Pulse with Alex Ponce – Season 2, Episode 8
FULL EPISODE: https://youtu.be/HI8CmNB87AE

Join us for a deeply personal and insightful conversation with Dr. Antonio M. Lopez, Deputy Town Manager of Miami Lakes, Florida, and seasoned local government leader, who brings two decades of public service to the table in this powerful and insightful interview.

From overseeing public safety and beautification projects to teaching at Florida International University, Dr. Lopez discusses the art of public-private partnerships, innovation in government, and the delicate balance between operational efficiency and community service.

🔑 Episode Highlights:
- Strategic leadership in local government
- Public-private partnerships (P3) and innovation
- Crisis management and resilience during storms and the COVID-19 pandemic
- Mentorship and shaping the next generation of public servants
- Balancing public duty, academia, and personal life

🎓 A recognized ICMA Credentialed Manager and Certified Parks and Recreation Executive (CPRE), Dr. Lopez reflects on the sacrifices, rewards, and leadership values that have shaped his inspiring career.

🔥 Whether you're a student of public administration, an aspiring civic leader, or someone who believes in the power of servant leadership—this episode is for you.

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