Cori Rizman is Vice President of DEA Compliance at Ascent Pharmaceuticals, where she leads enterprise-wide compliance programs to safeguard controlled substances and strengthen regulatory trust.

A former DEA Diversion Group Supervisor and Subject Matter Expert, she brings more than 20 years of experience in investigations, risk management, and oversight. Prior to joining Ascent in 2024, she directed North American compliance strategies at Fresenius Kabi USA. Known for her clarity, collaboration, and decisive leadership, Cori is also a mentor for professionals transitioning from government to industry and a supporter of Angels for Change in closing the drug shortage gap.

This episode is part of a new chapter of the Values Based Life podcast, the "Mentor Series." The Mentor Series features executives and other leaders from organizations that have a proven track record of operating in alignment with their mission, vision, purpose and values. By doing this they have created truly engaging cultures - environments where people love to work. The purpose of the Mentor Series is to highlight these committed organizations and share their stories with other leaders so everyone can see the huge benefits of being a Values Based Organization. We hope you enjoy listening to the Mentor Series episodes as much as I have enjoyed being in amazing conversations with these remarkable leaders.

John Mesenbring is a seasoned engineering, manufacturing and operations executive in the medical device industry know for work launching new products, quality, lean manufacturing and cost reduction.

He is currently VP of Manufacturing Operations & Product Quality at Noah Medical. Prior to that he worked in various roles at Intuitive Surgical including VP of Manufacturing and Fellow.

John holds a BSME from Cal Poly San Luis Obisbo, an MBA from Pepperdine University and is a Registered Professional Mechanical Engineer in the state of California.

Howard Martin brings more than thirty years of experience in business and personal development to the position of Executive Vice President, Strategic Development. Howard's responsibilities include global alliances, marketing, and program and product development.

Howard has been instrumental in assisting Doc Childre in the development and teaching of HeartMath's programs since its inception. He speaks internationally on the HeartMath approach to advancing human performance that is based on compelling scientific research linking heart function with health, emotional well-being and intelligence.

Howard is co-author with Doc Childre of The HeartMath Solution, published in 2000 by Harper San Francisco. He also developed Nightingale-Conant's tape series, "The HeartMath Method."

Howard is a dynamic speaker, and has delivered hundreds of workshops and keynote addresses to audiences ranging from corporations, to the armed forces, to educators, families, and human service providers. As a key spokesperson for HeartMath, he has conducted hundreds of media interviews. His appearances include CNN Headline News, U.P.I. Radio network, WNBC-TV-New York, WGN-TV-Chicago, Discovery Channel-Beyond 2000, CBN/Canada, New Women, Muscle and Fitness, San Francisco Chronicle, Billboard, and the Boston Globe.

Faith Best is a licensed clinical social worker and mental health leader with nearly fifteen years of experience connecting at-risk individuals to life-saving care. As Director of Clinical Operations at NeuroFlow, a leading behavioral health technology company, she oversees teams dedicated to identifying vulnerable populations and bridging critical gaps in mental health services.

Faith brings clinical expertise in suicide prevention, crisis intervention, and trauma treatment, with specialized training in measurement-based care approaches. Her career spans direct clinical practice as a therapist and supervisor across diverse settings—including outpatient clinics, partial hospitalization programs, and mobile crisis response—treating children, adults, and families facing acute mental health challenges. Recognizing that great care starts with great teams, Faith is dedicated to developing clinical cultures where staff feel supported, engaged, and empowered to create lasting change.

Clarence Hairston is the Director of Content Operations at Tempo, leading Fitness Operations and Content Production. A U.S. Air Force veteran with a background in performance and leadership, he's helped shape Tempo's on-camera experience and grow its world-class coaching team. His global travels and passion for building community through movement continue to inspire the innovative, human-centered fitness experiences he creates today.

Host of Wisdom Talk Radio, International Executive Mentor and Certified Master Trainer, Laurie Seymour, M.A., is the founder and CEO of The Baca Institute. She is the author of Unconditional Remembrance: Your Connection to Source.

Over twenty-five years ago, Laurie was honored to receive the stewardship of a special energetic technology, Turaya Touch© and Turaya Meditation©, that activates your connection with Source, raising your vibration and amplifying your ability to create from the infinite field of potential.

Laurie is the creator of the Quantum Connection Process, helping you build a program, business, and life that expresses your divine blueprint, AND gives you the financial flow you deserve with the time, health, and well-being to enjoy it.

Kirk Monson sets the vision and strategic direction for Beta Bionics' brand, product positioning, messaging, and growth strategy. He brings over 16 years of leadership experience in diabetes medical devices, with deep expertise in product marketing, commercial strategy, and market development. Prior to joining Beta Bionics, he held multiple senior leadership roles at Medtronic Diabetes across marketing, business development, and commercial operations. Kirk is passionate about building high-performing teams and elevating the voice of people living with diabetes through authentic, insight-driven marketing. He holds an MBA from the Wharton School, a Master of International Studies from the University of Pennsylvania and a Master of Biostatistics from the University of Michigan.