Chief Influencer®

By Social Driver

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Episodes: 157

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Washington is the Center of Influence - in the U.S. and arguably the world. Chief Influencer® spotlights leaders who have figured out how to break through in today’s fragmented and noisy world. Social Driver teamed up with The George Washington University College of Professional Studies and The Communications Board to recognize these leaders as Chief Influencers and highlight how they inspire and influence others.

Episode Date
Ethics, Influence, and Power | Live Panel with GW’s GSPM
May 27, 2026
How Government Innovation Starts with Collaboration with Maryland's Francesca Ioffredda
May 20, 2026
Why Your Business Needs a Voice with Dan Simons of Founding Farmers
May 13, 2026
How a Podcast Put This Rare Disease on the Map with Mike Graglia of CURE SYNGAP1
May 06, 2026
Principled Influence: How Peter Goettler Leads Cato Without Compromise
Apr 29, 2026
Tell Everybody: How VA's Paul R. Lawrence, Ph.D Uses Influence to Help Veterans Access What They’ve Earned
Apr 22, 2026
Why Mindset Matters: Go Beyond Demographics to Win Your Audience
Apr 15, 2026
Faces of the Fight: Joanne Bass, Patrick Murphy, and Robert Irvine
Apr 08, 2026
Craig Newmark: The Paul Revere of Cybersecurity (Re-Air)
Apr 01, 2026
Dr. Joel Braunstein on Innovating with Integrity (Re-Air)
Mar 25, 2026
Steve Schwab on Fueling a Movement With Authentic Leadership (Re-Air)
Mar 18, 2026
Navigating Influence in a Data-Driven World with NORC's Dan Gaylin
Mar 11, 2026
Check Your Title at the Door: Rethinking Influence in Philanthropy | Tiffany Benjamin (Re-Air)
Mar 04, 2026
Rethinking Influence in Washington with Brody Mullins
Feb 25, 2026
Influence Through Action: How Wade Foster Built Zapier and a Movement
Feb 18, 2026
Healthcare Leaders on the ROI of LinkedIn (Re-Air)
Feb 11, 2026
Dr. Eric Racine on Leading with Trust and Alignment and How Influence Follows
Feb 04, 2026
Meals on Wheels America's Ellie Hollander on People-Centered Influence
Jan 28, 2026
Chuck Henderson on Influence as a Team Sport: Winning the Fight Against Diabetes (Re-Air)
Jan 21, 2026
The Currency of Influence: Permission, Proximity, and Authentic Connection | Jean Accius
Jan 14, 2026
Where Influence Begins: Debbie Mucarsel-Powell on Empowering People to See What’s Possible
Jan 07, 2026
The New Playbook for Influence | Chief Influencer’s Best of 2025 Edition
Dec 30, 2025
Terry Szuplat on How to Say It Well and Find Your Voice (Re-Air)
Dec 23, 2025
Disability Is a Strength: How Business Leads the Future of Disability Inclusion | Jill Houghton
Dec 17, 2025
Why All Influence Is Personal: Darra Gordon on Leading With Heart
Dec 10, 2025
Influence Over Authority: President Ellen Granberg on Building Trust and Leading with Authenticity
Dec 03, 2025
Max Friedman on Making Giving Fun for Today's Changemakers (Re-Air)
Nov 26, 2025
Influence with Intention: Gary Jacobs on Mindfulness in Washington
Nov 19, 2025
The Responsibility to Influence: Insights from Nonprofit CEOs | (Re-Air)
Nov 12, 2025
The Future of Public Affairs: AI, Advocacy, and Authentic Leadership | Alex Wirth
Nov 05, 2025
Representation Is Resilience: Evan Low’s Blueprint for Democracy
Oct 29, 2025
In a Decentralized World, Consistency Is Your Compass: Cleve Mesidor
Oct 22, 2025
Punching Above Your Weight: How Small Players Shape Global Change | Ambassador Georg Sparber
Oct 15, 2025
The Power of 'Being Real': How Lidia Soto-Harmon Connects with Young People
Oct 08, 2025
The Power of Being Seen: Authentic Leadership for Lasting Change | Jaymes Black
Oct 01, 2025
Chief Storyteller: Dr. Matthew Naylor on Expanding a Museum's Influence
Sep 24, 2025
Authentic Influence: Building a Charity That’s Real, Raw, and Lasting | Erin Santos Primis
Sep 17, 2025
Dr. E. Anders Kolb on Mission-Driven Leadership | Chief Influencer Re-Air
Sep 10, 2025
Leading with People First: Unlocking Hidden Talent in Public Health | Dr. Brian Castrucci
Sep 03, 2025
Influencing with Intention: Why Authenticity Always Wins | Nneka Chiazor
Aug 27, 2025
Building Trust Through Joy and Authenticity | Graham McMahon
Aug 20, 2025
From Invisible to Influencer: Developing Unforgettable Presence with Lorraine K. Lee
Aug 13, 2025
Power, People, and Politics: Building a Media Brand People Trust | Anna Palmer
Aug 06, 2025
Advocacy That Listens: Building Trust, Research, and Relationships for Rare Diseases | Mary Fete
Jul 30, 2025
The Responsibility to Influence: Insights from Nonprofit CEOs
Jul 23, 2025
Skimmers, Swimmers & Divers: How to Reach All Americans with Jan Neuharth
Jul 16, 2025
Allan Golston On the Reciprocal Nature of Influence and Trust - Chief Influencer - (Re-Air)
Jul 09, 2025
Check Your Title at the Door: Rethinking Influence in Philanthropy | Tiffany Benjamin
Jul 02, 2025
The Digital First Approach: Frederique Irwin on Reimagining Women's Historical Narratives
Jun 25, 2025
Empowering Members to Lead in Their Communities | Matt Haller
Jun 18, 2025
Rob Sand on Communication & Transparency in Government (Re-Air)
Jun 11, 2025
Special Episode: Mayor Bowser - CitiesSpeak (Partnership)
Jun 04, 2025
Patrick J. Kennedy on The Unifying Power of Mental Health - Chief Influencer - (Re-Air)
May 28, 2025
Shawn Martin on Being a Relatable and Consistent Communicator - (Re-Air)
May 21, 2025
Cyber Leaders on AI, Misinformation & Security's Next Chapter
May 14, 2025
All Influence Is Local | Building Stronger Communities with Clarence E. Anthony
May 07, 2025
Supporting Our Troops: The Role of Childcare for Military Families | Francisco Jamison
Apr 30, 2025
Leading with Openness: The Power of Listening and Clarity in Leadership | Tim Coetzee
Apr 23, 2025
The Art of Lasting Influence: Resilience, Relationships, and Redefining Success | Edna Kane Williams
Apr 16, 2025
Listen, Learn, Lead: The Path to Meaningful Policy Change | Kathryn Schubert
Apr 09, 2025
U.S. District Judge John Tunheim on Consensus, Communication, and Civic Engagement
Apr 02, 2025
Anchored in Optimism: The Fight for Healthcare Rights | Elizabeth G. Taylor
Mar 26, 2025
Healthcare Leaders on the ROI of LinkedIn - Chief Influencer - Episode # 095
Mar 19, 2025
Jeff Todd on Collaboration, Relationship Building, and Core Values - Chief Influencer - Episode # 094
Mar 12, 2025
Steve Schwab on Fueling a Movement With Authentic Leadership - Chief Influencer - Episode # 093
Mar 05, 2025
Craig Newmark: The Paul Revere of Cybersecurity - Chief Influencer - Episode # 092
Feb 26, 2025
Bonus Episode: Terry Szuplat Answers Audience Questions - Chief Influencer - Episode # 091
Feb 19, 2025
Influential Voices: A Celebration of Women Leaders - Chief Influencer - Episode # 090
Feb 12, 2025
Emma O’Brian on Quiet Influence and the Business of News - Chief Influencer - Episode # 089
Feb 05, 2025
Jeff Farrah on Shaping Tomorrow: Policy and Advocacy for Autonomous Vehicles - Chief Influencer - Episode # 088
Jan 29, 2025
Patrick J. Kennedy on The Unifying Power of Mental Health - Chief Influencer - Episode # 087
Jan 22, 2025
Silvia Taylor on Championing Science and Staying the Course - Chief Influencer - Episode # 086
Jan 15, 2025
Jennifer Bell-Ellwanger on Harnessing Data for Success - Chief Influencer - Episode # 085
Jan 08, 2025
Monica Goldson on Communicating Effectively with Every Stakeholder - Chief Influencer - (Re-Air)
Jan 02, 2025
Leadership Lessons from 2024's Top Chief Influencers - Chief Influencer - Episode # 083
Dec 23, 2024
Fabrice Houdart on Overcoming Self-Doubt to Influence the Boardroom
Dec 18, 2024
How Persistence Fuels Success: Bob Cusack on Surviving and Thriving in Media
Dec 11, 2024
The Power of Listening: Dr. Arthur C. Evans Jr. on Influencing Organizations, Transforming Systems, and Shaping Public Policy
Dec 04, 2024
Patrick Sallee on Owning Your Story - Chief Influencer - (Re-Air)
Nov 27, 2024
Arun Gupta on the Future of Public Service: An Entrepreneurial Approach to Solving Big Problems
Nov 20, 2024
It Takes All of Us: Chuck Henderson on the Power of Teamwork and Collective Strength to Fight Diabetes
Nov 13, 2024
Lesley Lopez on The Power of Authenticity in Public Service
Nov 06, 2024
Michael Manganiello on Advocacy’s Secret Weapon: How Small Wins Keep the Fight Going
Oct 30, 2024
Elected Officials on Two-Way Influence - Chief Influencer - Episode # 074
Oct 23, 2024
Bill Smith on Uniting Leadership, Passion & Policy - Chief Influencer - (Re-Air)
Oct 16, 2024
Terry Szuplat on How to Say It Well and Find Your Voice - Chief Influencer - Episode # 072
Oct 09, 2024
Renee DiResta on Invisible Rulers and Responsible Influence - Chief Influencer - Episode # 071
Oct 02, 2024
Virginia Ali on Kindness and The Legacy of Ben’s Chili Bowl - Chief Influencer - Episode # 070
Sep 25, 2024
Camille Stewart Gloster on Empowering Change Through Tech and AI - Chief Influencer - Episode # 068
Sep 18, 2024
Daniel Buezo on The Power of Community - Chief Influencer - (Re-Air)
Sep 11, 2024
Eric Pan on Respect, Enthusiasm and 100 Years of Mutual Funds - Chief Influencer - Episode # 067
Sep 04, 2024
Four Influential Voices on Fostering Community and Change - Chief Influencer - Episode # 066
Aug 28, 2024
Peggy Rajski on The Power of Storytelling, Advocacy, and Allyship - Chief Influencer - (ReAir)
Aug 21, 2024
Four Leading Voices on Leveraging LinkedIn for Success - Chief Influencer - Episode # 064
Aug 14, 2024
Brooks Bell on Leading from Behind to Prevent Cancer - Chief Influencer - Episode # 063
Aug 07, 2024
Ambassador Pitteloud On Diplomacy, Influence, and Trust - Chief Influencer - Episode # 062
Jul 31, 2024
Dr. E. Anders Kolb on Mission-Driven Leadership - Chief Influencer - Episode # 061
Jul 24, 2024
Bryan Corbett on Data-Driven Storytelling in Leadership - Chief Influencer - Episode # 60
Jul 17, 2024
Maya Ajmera On Influencing Tomorrow - Chief Influencer - Episode # 059
Jul 10, 2024
Congressman Andy Kim On Integrity and Humility in Public Service - Chief Influencer - (ReAir)
Jul 03, 2024
Dr. Gregory Fowler On How To Meet Today's Students Where They Are - Chief Influencer - Episode # 057
Jun 26, 2024
Cary Hatch on High-Stakes Reputation Management - Chief Influencer - Episode # 056
Jun 19, 2024
Allan Golston On the Reciprocal Nature of Influence and Trust - Chief Influencer - Episode # 055
Jun 12, 2024
Max Friedman on Making Giving Fun for Today's Changemakers - Chief Influencer - Episode # 054
Jun 05, 2024
Shawn Martin on Being a Relatable and Consistent Communicator - Chief Influencer - Episode # 053
May 29, 2024
Graham Davies on the Importance of Collaborative Leadership in Music Streaming - Chief Influencer - Episode # 052
May 22, 2024
Jeffery J. Mondak on Facts vs. Opinions - Chief Influencer - Episode # 051
May 15, 2024
Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. on Modeling Civility and Disagreeing Better - Chief Influencer - Episode # 050
May 08, 2024
Steven Taylor on How Leaders Can Show They Care - Chief Influencer - Episode # 049
May 01, 2024
Bill Smith on Uniting Leadership, Passion & Policy - Chief Influencer - Episode # 048
Apr 24, 2024
Dr. Joel Braunstein on Innovating with Integrity - Chief Influencer - Episode # 047
Apr 17, 2024
Congressman Andy Kim on Integrity and Humility in Public Service - Chief Influencer - Episode # 046
Apr 10, 2024
Candice C. Jones on Leading with Purpose & Passion - Chief Influencer - Episode # 045
Apr 03, 2024
Bob Witeck on How Silence Is Not a Strategy - Chief Influencer - Episode # 044
Mar 27, 2024
Annise Parker on Influence by Listening to Others (and to Yourself) - Chief Influencer - Episode # 043
Mar 20, 2024
Coach Kemper on Trust, Tennis & Tech - Chief Influencer - Episode # 042
Mar 13, 2024
Yasmine Arrington Brooks on Remembering “You Never Know Who’s Watching” - Chief Influencer - Episode # 041
Mar 06, 2024
Molly Lenore on Crafting Immersive Experiences - Chief Influencer - Episode # 040
Feb 28, 2024
Ghida Dagher on Empowering New American Leaders - Chief Influencer - Episode # 039
Feb 21, 2024
Kimberly Driggins on Moving at the Speed of Trust - Chief Influencer - Episode # 038
Feb 14, 2024
Greg Kihlstrom on Getting Comfortable Being Uncomfortable - Chief Influencer - Episode # 037
Feb 07, 2024
Jennifer Sirangelo on The Power of Listening - Chief Influencer - Episode # 036
Jan 31, 2024
Ju'Riese Colón on Building Trust With Transparency - Chief Influencer - Episode # 035
Jan 24, 2024
Chiquisha Robinson on Collaborative Leadership - Chief Influencer - Episode # 034
Jan 17, 2024
Lisa Thurau on Educating Disparate Audiences - Chief Influencer - Episode # 033
Jan 10, 2024
Jason Trimiew on The Impact of Supplier Diversity - Chief Influencer - Episode # 032
Jan 03, 2024
Robert Krueger & Anthony Shop Reflect on Season 1 - Chief Influencer - Episode # 030
Dec 28, 2023
Lia Haberman on Building A Potent Personal Brand - Chief Influencer - Episode # 030
Dec 20, 2023
Dr. Gail Ayala Taylor on Building A Sense of Belonging - Chief Influencer - Episode # 029
Dec 13, 2023
Reverend Darrell Goodwin on Building a Faith without Limits - Chief Influencer - Ep. 28
Dec 06, 2023
Bill Furlong on The Shifting Landscape of B2B Marketing - Chief Influencer - Episode # 027
Nov 29, 2023
Danica Roem on Influencing Individuals to Impact Change - Chief Influencer - (Re-Air)
Nov 22, 2023
Matthew Algeo on Telling Big Stories Through Small Moments - Chief Influencer - Episode # 025
Nov 15, 2023
Anne Rancourt on How to Leverage Listening - Chief Influencer - Episode # 024
Nov 08, 2023
Patrick Sallee on Owning Your Story - Chief Influencer - Episode # 023
Nov 01, 2023
Chris Ullman on the Incredible Impact of Using Plain Language - Chief Influencer - Episode # 022
Oct 25, 2023
Highlights from Robert Krueger’s Favorite Episodes - Chief Influencer - Episode # 021
Oct 18, 2023
Ati Williams & Jess Banks on Renovating Representation in Media - Chief Influencer - Episode # 020
Oct 11, 2023
Michael Ricci On The Two-Way Influence Of Social Media - Chief Influencer - Episode # 019
Oct 04, 2023
Jean-Claude Brizard on Creating a Community of Masterpieces - Chief Influencer - Episode # 018
Sep 27, 2023
Katie Harbath on Uncovering Your Unique Voice - Chief Influencer - Episode # 017
Sep 20, 2023
Sharon McBride on Helping Others With a Servant’s Heart - Chief Influencer - Episode # 016
Sep 13, 2023
Daniel Buezo on The Power of Community - Chief Influencer - Episode # 015
Sep 06, 2023
Frances Reimers on Igniting Your Personal Brand Authentically - Chief Influencer - Episode # 014
Aug 30, 2023
Stacey Hanke on Influencing Monday To Monday - Chief Influencer - Episode # 013
Aug 24, 2023
Highlighting Key Insights Shared By Our Guests - Chief Influencer - Episode # 012
Aug 16, 2023
Anthony Woods on Challenging Misconceptions & Promoting Inclusivity - Chief Influencer - Episode # 011
Aug 09, 2023
Gina Schaefer on Building Communities & Instilling Culture - Chief Influencer - Episode # 010
Aug 02, 2023
Dean Fealk on Becoming a Citizen Statesperson - Chief Influencer - Episode # 009
Jul 26, 2023
Bruce Mehlman on Sharing Insights Freely - Chief Influencer - Episode # 008
Jul 19, 2023
Danica Roem on Influencing Individuals to Impact Change - Chief Influencer - Episode # 007
Jul 12, 2023
Emma Wade-Smith on using Social Media in Global Diplomacy - Chief Influencer - Episode # 006
Jul 06, 2023
Nedra Dickson on Supplier Diversity and Personal Branding - Chief Influencer - Episode # 005
Jun 28, 2023
Peggy Rajski on The Power of Storytelling, Advocacy, and Allyship - Chief Influencer - Episode # 004
Jun 21, 2023
Rob Sand on Communication & Transparency in Government - Chief Influencer - Episode # 003
Jun 14, 2023
Monica Goldson on Communicating Effectively with Every Stakeholder - Chief Influencer - Episode # 002
Jun 07, 2023
Luke Frazier On Passing The Baton and The Power of Inclusion - Chief Influencer - Episode # 001
May 31, 2023