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Tommy Thayer | Rock Legend, Lead Guitarist of KISS
Tommy Thayer is an American musician and songwriter, and lead guitarist for the American hard rock band KISS. Tommy was raised by his mother, a classically trained violinist and singer, and his father, a community leader, businessman, and Brigadier General in the US Army during World War II. Tommy gives a unique perspective as he reacts to anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer,” by reflecting on stories from his interesting life and career. Pete Blackshaw | Digital Advertising Pioneer: Investing in the Future
Pete Blackshaw, newly appointed CEO of Cintrifuse, a fund of funds and startup incubator created by Procter & Gamble, Kroger, Western Southern, and other major entities in the Greater Cincinnati region. Pete uses his marketing and management expertise to react to anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.” Christine Brennan | Highly Respected Sports Journalist
Christine Brennan is a highly respected sports journalist who has worked with USA Today. She also works with ABC News, CNN, PBS NewsHour, and NPR. She reacts to anecdotes from Charlie Mechem’s “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.” Christine raises awareness on sexism inside of and outside of her industry, and shares memories about her late father, who is one of her greatest inspirations. Mike McCarley | American Broadcasting Executive and President of Golf for NBC Sports Group
Mike McCarley is a successful American Broadcasting Executive and President of Golf for the NBC Sports Group. Mike has a deep passion for what he does, and loves to inspire others to be just as passionate as he is. By using his passion, deep connections, and experiences in the golf and sports world, Mike responds to anecdotes from Charlie Mechem’s “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.” Jay Stockwell | Courage and Adaptability: From Submarines to Sales
Jay Stockwell has made the transition from tracking submarines as a naval officer to tracking mucus viscosity for Puffs tissues to senior executive of three companies. With the help of anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer,” Jay is able to detail how adaptability, risk-taking, and courage enabled him to achieve such a career metamorphosis.