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Meet your flex 2024 panel!
Deb O’Connor Director of Global Corp. Reputation & Comm. Relations, Whirlpool Corp.
Deb O’Connor Director of Global Corp. Reputation & Comm. Relations, Whirlpool Corp.
Deb O’Connor Director of Global Corp. Reputation & Comm. Relations, Whirlpool Corp.
Deb O'Connor is an experienced Global Director with a demonstrated history of working in the consumer goods industry. She is a strong community relations professional skilled in Public Relations and Communication, Brand Experience, Marketing Management, Market Planning, Integrated Marketing, Cross-functional Team Leadership, and Strategy.
Kaylah Joseph Founder and CEO, LAID Hair Care
Deb O’Connor Director of Global Corp. Reputation & Comm. Relations, Whirlpool Corp.
Deb O’Connor Director of Global Corp. Reputation & Comm. Relations, Whirlpool Corp.
Kaylah Joseph is a dynamic 28-year-old innovator that has fearlessly carved her path across diverse industries for the past fourteen years. Fueled by her passion for data analytics and armed with a social work degree, she's dedicated to crafting affordable, accessible, and inclusive solutions for life's challenges.
She recently pioneere
Kaylah Joseph is a dynamic 28-year-old innovator that has fearlessly carved her path across diverse industries for the past fourteen years. Fueled by her passion for data analytics and armed with a social work degree, she's dedicated to crafting affordable, accessible, and inclusive solutions for life's challenges.
She recently pioneered the opening of the first beauty supply store franchise in collaboration with Walmart, making history as both a woman and a Black entrepreneur.
Vanderla Akaka Chief Warrant Officer 5, United States Navy
Deb O’Connor Director of Global Corp. Reputation & Comm. Relations, Whirlpool Corp.
Vanderla Akaka Chief Warrant Officer 5, United States Navy
Vanderla Akaka, an experienced, highly skilled, educated, and certified Cyber Security professional with almost three decades of outstanding RF Communications, Leadership, Joint Communications, and Cyber Security experience in the military industry. Skilled in Information Technology, Intelligence Analysis, Government, Navy, Emergency Mana
Vanderla Akaka, an experienced, highly skilled, educated, and certified Cyber Security professional with almost three decades of outstanding RF Communications, Leadership, Joint Communications, and Cyber Security experience in the military industry. Skilled in Information Technology, Intelligence Analysis, Government, Navy, Emergency Management, and Intelligence. Strong human resources professional with a Masters of Information Technology (MIT) focused in Concentration in Network Security from American InterContinental University. Master Training Specialist with extensive KMI/KOAM background. Certified CISSP, CASP, CEH, CND, and Certified Knowledge Manager (CKM).
Jessica LaFond Criminal Defense Attorney and Partner, Hills Law
Deb O’Connor Director of Global Corp. Reputation & Comm. Relations, Whirlpool Corp.
Vanderla Akaka Chief Warrant Officer 5, United States Navy
Jessica LaFond graduated from Michigan State University with degrees in Political Science and Spanish. She is an effective communicator and organizer that spends her days as a Criminal Defense Attorney and Partner at Hills Law.
Hills at Law, P.C. is a firm limited solely to criminal defense. We aggressively defend individuals and organi
Jessica LaFond graduated from Michigan State University with degrees in Political Science and Spanish. She is an effective communicator and organizer that spends her days as a Criminal Defense Attorney and Partner at Hills Law.
Hills at Law, P.C. is a firm limited solely to criminal defense. We aggressively defend individuals and organizations in a wide variety of criminal matters at every stage of the process: from before charges are issued, through the trial process, and, when necessary, through the appellate process.
Meet your moderator for the evening
Christina Frank, CEcD
Our moderator comes to you from Cornerstone Alliance, where she serves as Vice President of External Affairs. As a senior leader on the executive management team and as one of the primary touch points for Cornerstone Alliance, she is responsible for development, implementation and performance tracking of comprehensive communications and public relations strategies that enhance the organization’s image and appropriately position the community within the economic development marketplace.
Christina is a Certified Professional Economic Developer (CEcD), through the International Economic Development Council. She was selected as a Top 50 Economic Developer in 2022; Top 50 Women Leaders in Michigan in 2022; Selected as a Bold Woman of Business in 2023; and has been featured on numerous national podcasts, including Limitless - The Podcast by Frankly Co., she has also been featured on the cover of numerous business magazines, including Fortune Business Review, Executive She Magazine, and others.
Beyond her professional achievements, Christina is deeply committed to making a positive impact in her community. She actively engages with state and national organizations advocating for domestic violence survivors' rights, showcasing her dedication to social causes. Her passion extends to the realms of military transition to civilian workforce and promoting female advancement in business, reflecting a commitment to inclusivity and empowerment.
Outside of her professional role, Christina embraces life’s adventures. An avid outdoors enthusiast, she enjoys boating, traveling and beekeeping. Christina resides in St. Joseph, MI with her husband Brian, son Morgan and chocolate lab Dakota.
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