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Learn about Verity Billson, Group Head of Third Party Risk Management for Experian, and TPRA's WNTPRM March 2026 Leader Spotlight. < See All < Previous Next > Verity Billson Group Head of Third Party Risk Management Experian Biography Verity Billson is a senior leader in Third Party Risk/Supplier Management with over 25 years of experience across financial services, retail, and manufacturing. She currently serves as Group Head of Third Party Risk Management at Experian, where she leads global oversight and strategy across UK&I, EMEA, APAC, and Brazil. Verity has a strong track record of building TPRM functions from the ground up, delivering operational resilience, and driving compliance with regulatory standards. Her career includes senior roles at Jaguar Land Rover, Boots, and Capital One, where she led supplier management strategies, contract negotiations, and risk mitigation initiatives. Verity is known for her strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, and ability to deliver measurable results. She is also an active fundraiser for the British Heart Foundation and a recipient of the National Outsourcing Association’s Academic Achievement Award. Leadership Characteristics Influencer & Communicator Strategic Visionary & Collaborative Leader Leadership Challenges Winning hearts & minds to see TPRM as more than a tick box Key Take-a-ways It’s a field that’s constantly evolving, with new risk landscapes and emerging challenges. That pace of change is what makes it so exciting and rewarding to be part of. Fun Fact I am a grandmother to 3 wonderful grandsons, I have a black labrador (Otis) and my favorite past time is watching competitive show jumping (ideally from a warm & sunny destination!)

LIVE WEBINAR Women In TPRM Meeting Tuesday, July 21, 2026 Date & Time Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM UTC Intended Audience All TPRM Professionals Duration 1 hr CPE Credits 0 Fee Free Register Event Description Join us for this empowering Women In TPRM (WnTPRM) Meeting . Discover the key to success in third-party risk management and be part of an inspiring virtual gathering. Embrace this opportunity to connect with influential women in the field, share insights, and build lasting connections. Journey to TPRM: TBD Show More SPEAKER(S) INFORMATION CPE CREDIT About These Meetings Join us for our monthly Women In TPRM (WNTPRM) meeting to hear from inspiring women about their "Journey to TPRM" as well as exciting program updates! Who Should Attend All TPRM professionals are invited to these events. This group is open to ANYONE, regardless of gender identity or TPRA membership status. Cancellations In the event that this session would need to be canceled, you will be contacted and invited to register for the rescheduled event. Questions & Concerns For more information regarding administrative policies such as complaints, please contact us at info@tprassociation.org . No CPE credits are provided for this event type.

DEMO Q4 Demo Day Wednesday, October 21, 2026 Date & Time Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 2:00:00 PM UTC Intended Audience TPRM Practitioners Duration 6 hours CPE Credits 0 Fee Free Register Event Description The Third Party Risk Association (TPRA) invites you to attend " Demo Days ," an exclusive opportunity for TPRM practitioners to explore innovative solutions from leading TPRM Service Providers. During these interactive sessions, vendors will deliver 25-minute product demos , showcasing their tools, technologies, and services designed to address the complex challenges of third-party risk management. Show More SPEAKER(S) INFORMATION CPE CREDIT To learn about the organizations presenting on this day, please visit our Demo Days page at www.tprassociation.org/demo-days/ . About These Events Join the Third Party Risk Association (TPRA) for "Demo Days," where leading TPRM Service Providers showcase their solutions through 25-minute product demos tailored for TPRM practitioners. Explore cutting-edge tools, engage with vendors, and enhance your risk management strategies. Who Should Attend All TPRM practitioners, including TPRA Practitioner Members and non-members, are invited to these events. Employees of TPRM service provider organizations are not permitted to attend product demos unless they are affiliated with the organization presenting. Cancellations In the event that this session would need to be canceled, you will be contacted and invited to register for the rescheduled event. Questions & Concerns For more information regarding administrative policies such as complaints, please contact us at info@tprassociation.org . No CPE credits are provided for this event type.

LIVE WEBINAR Women In TPRM Meeting Tuesday, December 15, 2026 Date & Time Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at 7:00:00 PM UTC Intended Audience All TPRM Professionals Duration 1 hr CPE Credits 0 Fee Free Register Event Description Join us for this empowering Women In TPRM (WnTPRM) Meeting . Discover the key to success in third-party risk management and be part of an inspiring virtual gathering. Embrace this opportunity to connect with influential women in the field, share insights, and build lasting connections. Journey to TPRM: TBD Show More SPEAKER(S) INFORMATION CPE CREDIT About These Meetings Join us for our monthly Women In TPRM (WNTPRM) meeting to hear from inspiring women about their "Journey to TPRM" as well as exciting program updates! Who Should Attend All TPRM professionals are invited to these events. This group is open to ANYONE, regardless of gender identity or TPRA membership status. Cancellations In the event that this session would need to be canceled, you will be contacted and invited to register for the rescheduled event. Questions & Concerns For more information regarding administrative policies such as complaints, please contact us at info@tprassociation.org . No CPE credits are provided for this event type.

Ideal for risk management professionals, security teams, and procurement specialists, this training provides actionable knowledge to strengthen SaaS security practices and enhance third-party risk management strategies. Securing SaaS Applications A Comprehensive Approach to Cloud Risk Management Price $159 Duration 4 Hours Type Zoom or On-Demand Enroll < Back About the Course As organizations increasingly rely on cloud-based Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions, understanding and mitigating associated risks is critical. This virtual training provides an in-depth exploration of key security considerations when evaluating and managing SaaS applications. The course begins with an overview of cloud and SaaS risks, highlighting the unique challenges posed by cloud-based environments. Participants will gain insights into the Shared Responsibility Model , clarifying the division of security responsibilities between cloud providers and customers. The session then delves into security frameworks for major cloud platforms, including Amazon Web Services (AWS) Trust Advisor Reports (TAR), Google Cloud Security, and Microsoft Azure Cloud Security , helping learners assess provider-specific security features. Building on this foundation, the training covers best practices for conducting inherent risk assessments and leveraging cloud security questionnaires to evaluate vendor security controls. Practical exercises on physical validation techniques and SaaS software testing will equip participants with hands-on approaches to verifying security measures. The course concludes with guidance on effective off-boarding strategies , ensuring secure data removal and risk mitigation when transitioning away from a SaaS provider. Ideal for risk management professionals, security teams, and procurement specialists, this training provides actionable knowledge to strengthen SaaS security practices and enhance third-party risk management strategies. This training is available live over Zoom or as On-Demand. Your Instructor Gregory Rasner Gregory is a CEO, author, educator, speaker, and leader in the field of cybersecurity, zero trust, and third-party risk. With over 25 years of experience in IT and cybersecurity, he has helped numerous clients and organizations improve their security posture and reduce their risk exposure. He is the founder and CEO of Third Party Threat Hunting LLC, a cybersecurity consulting firm that specializes in a wide range of areas, including cybersecurity, cloud computing, network architecture, and more. Gregory Rasner Gregory Rasner 1/1 Previous Next

LIVE WEBINAR Women In TPRM Meeting Tuesday, August 18, 2026 Date & Time Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM UTC Intended Audience All TPRM Professionals Duration 1 hr CPE Credits 0 Fee Free Register Event Description Join us for this empowering Women In TPRM (WnTPRM) Meeting . Discover the key to success in third-party risk management and be part of an inspiring virtual gathering. Embrace this opportunity to connect with influential women in the field, share insights, and build lasting connections. Journey to TPRM: TBD Show More SPEAKER(S) INFORMATION CPE CREDIT About These Meetings Join us for our monthly Women In TPRM (WNTPRM) meeting to hear from inspiring women about their "Journey to TPRM" as well as exciting program updates! Who Should Attend All TPRM professionals are invited to these events. This group is open to ANYONE, regardless of gender identity or TPRA membership status. Cancellations In the event that this session would need to be canceled, you will be contacted and invited to register for the rescheduled event. Questions & Concerns For more information regarding administrative policies such as complaints, please contact us at info@tprassociation.org . No CPE credits are provided for this event type.

TRAINING TPRMP August Training & Exam Bundle Monday, August 24, 2026 Date & Time Monday, August 24, 2026 at 1:00:00 PM UTC Intended Audience Those interested in advancing their careers by taking TPRMP training Duration CPE Credits 12 Fee Starting at $340 Register Event Description The TPRMP Certification is a professional credential that validates comprehensive knowledge of third party risk management fundamentals, frameworks, and best practices. It demonstrates a practitioner’s ability to manage the full TPRM lifecycle–from risk identification and assessment to ongoing monitoring–establishing credibility and advancing expertise for those responsible for building and maintaining robust TPRM programs. Learn More SPEAKER(S) INFORMATION CPE CREDIT Training Instructor Julie Gaiaschi CEO & Co-Founder | Third Party Risk Association (TPRA) Julie Gaiaschi, CISA, CISM, is the CEO & Co-Founder of the Third Party Risk Association (TPRA). She has over 15 years of technology and information security risk experience, with the last 10 years specializing in third party risk identification and mitigation techniques. In her role as CEO, she provides strategic direction for the non-profit, whose mission it is to further the third party risk profession through knowledge sharing and networking. She also has a passion for helping others enhance their own third party risk management programs. In 2021, Julie was awarded " CEO of the Year " by Women in Governance, Risk, and Compliance. Prior to co-founding the TPRA, Julie consulted on third party risk for a large bank. She also developed and led a large health payer organization’s Third Party Security program. There, she established and executed the third party risk assessment process, which included integration into the Procurement process. Prior to her role as the leader over Third Party Security, Julie was a Senior IT Auditor. Julie resides in Iowa with her husband and two girls. She enjoys traveling and cooking. Earn 12 CPE credits for attending 12 hours of TPRMP Training.

Learn about Madelyn Norwood, Solution Advisor for Ncontracts, and TPRA's WNTPRM April 2025 Leader Spotlight. < See All < Previous Next > Madelyn Norwood Solution Advisor Ncontracts Biography Madelyn previously served as the Manager of Customer Success at Venminder, Inc. and has recently transitioned to Solutions Advisor through the acquisition of Venminder by Ncontracts. She was one of the first Senior Customer Success Managers at Venminder and transitioned to managing the team in 2021. In both roles, her responsibilities include cultivating long-lasting relationships, advising on best practices for Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) to Venminder’s diverse customer base, collaborating with Product and Development to enhance our SaaS solution, and integrating customers’ complex processes into their software. Madelyn joined Venminder in early 2019 and quickly developed an interest in third party risk and vendor management. She is a Certified Third-Party Risk Professional (CTPRP) and Certified Vendor Management Professional (NCVMP) with plans to continue her professional education. Leadership Characteristics What I value most in leaders are transparency, accountability, and empathy. I strive to demonstrate these qualities because they align with my own expectations for leadership. The bar is set high for me, especially with the fearless leadership I’ve experienced at both Venminder and Ncontracts. One of the most rewarding aspects of being a leader is identifying positive solutions for the team and our customers. I love problem-solving and having a new challenge thrown at me. I'm a "just figure it out" kind of gal. It’s important to listen to understand rather than just to respond and to recognize that your way may not always be the best way. This fosters a culture of empowerment within the team and helps everybody grow personally and professionally. Additionally, I believe in getting involved and working alongside your team. I never want to become so focused on management that I forget the importance of being a good teammate. We’re all striving toward a common goal. Leadership Challenges A challenge I faced as a leader was navigating and understanding the complexities of Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) beyond the financial services sector, especially as its influence expanded into various other industries. These verticals do not necessarily operate their programs the same as Traditional FI's and come with their own set of rewarding challenges. It taught me to be adaptable in my approach with customers allowing me to better understand their needs. Key Take-a-ways There is always room for growth in the world of TPRM. It is what you make of it, and there are so many opportunities to be had. Whether it is honing your overall skills and broader knowledge of TPRM or picking one piece of it that interests you most, there is something for everybody. Fun Fact My favorite place is at the beach with my husband and kids with not a single plan in sight. I’m the best aunt in the entire world. I'm an avid University of Louisville Cardinal fan. Go CARDS! I love a well-made margarita and tacos… especially by the beach.

Get to know Julie Gaiaschi, TPRA's CEO & Co-Founder! < Back Julie Gaiaschi CEO & Co-Founder OFFICER Julie Gaiaschi, CISA, CISM, is the CEO & Co-Founder of the Third Party Risk Association (TPRA). She has over 15 years of technology and information security risk experience, with the last 10 years specializing in third party risk identification and mitigation techniques. In her role as CEO, she provides strategic direction for the non-profit, whose mission it is to further the third party risk profession through knowledge sharing and networking. She also has a passion for helping others enhance their own third party risk management programs. In 2021, Julie was awarded CEO of the Year by Women in Governance, Risk, and Compliance. Prior to co-founding the TPRA, Julie consulted on third party risk for a large bank. She also developed and led a large health payer organization’s Third Party Security program. There, she established and executed the third party risk assessment process, which included integration into the Procurement process. Prior to her role as the leader over Third Party Security, Julie was a Senior IT Auditor. Julie resides in Iowa with her husband and two girls. She enjoys traveling and cooking. Next >

TRAINING SaaS Certificate Training Friday, September 18, 2026 Date & Time Friday, September 18, 2026 at 6:00:00 PM UTC Intended Audience Duration 4 hrs CPE Credits 4 Fee $159 Register Event Description As organizations increasingly rely on cloud-based Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions, understanding and mitigating associated risks is critical. This virtual training provides an in-depth exploration of key security considerations when evaluating and managing SaaS applications. The course begins with an overview of cloud and SaaS risks, highlighting the unique challenges posed by cloud-based environments. Participants will gain insights into the Shared Responsibility Model , clarifying the division of security responsibilities between cloud providers and customers. The session then delves into security frameworks for major cloud platforms, including Amazon Web Services (AWS) Trust Advisor Reports (TAR), Google Cloud Security, and Microsoft Azure Cloud Security , helping learners assess provider-specific security features. Show More SPEAKER(S) INFORMATION CPE CREDIT COURSE INSTRUCTOR Gregory Rasner Chief Executive Officer Third Party Threat Hunting Gregory is a CEO, author, educator, speaker, and leader in cybersecurity, AI, zero trust, and third-party risk. With over 25 years of experience in IT and cybersecurity, he has assisted numerous clients and organizations in improving their security posture and reducing risk exposure. Currently, he is engaged with some clients, training their AI Agents to process and analyze data as a human risk professional would do, and ensure intended outcomes with AI implementations. Gregory is also the author of four books published: His latest book, "AI & Third-Party Risk: Stragegies for Success with your AI-enabled Vendors and Partners" is due out in Jan 2026. “Cybersecurity & Third-Party Risk: Third-Party Threat Hunting” (2021) and “Zero Trust and Third-Party Risk: Reduce the Blast Radius” (2023). He has a third book out, co-authored with his wife, Maria Rasner, titled “Privileged Access Management: A Guide to Zero Trust in the Enterprise.” He is the content creator of the training and certification program “Third-Party Cyber Risk Assessor” with the Third Party Risk Association (TPRA). Recently, he launched a 4-hour certificate course with TPRA called “Securing SaaS Applications.” He has won several awards and honors for his innovation and leadership, such as the CSO40 Award and the Security Professional of the Year finalist. He is a frequent keynote speaker, panelist, blogger, podcaster, and online article writer on cybersecurity and risk management topics. He was the SVP and leader for cyber third-party risk at Truist Financial Corp, where he led a team of 20+ cyber professionals and managed the enterprise risk posed by vendors. He holds a BA from Claremont McKenna College, a master's certificate in project management from Villanova University, and multiple certifications in IT, cybersecurity, and project management. He is passionate about cybersecurity and enjoys traveling internationally with his family. Gregory's certifications: CISSP, CCNA, CIPM, ITIL The Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) Certificate Program , offered by TPRA in collaboration with our trusted partners, provides comprehensive training designed to enhance knowledge and expertise in TPRM best practices. This program features a diverse selection of courses covering critical topics in third-party risk, cloud security, AI/LLM security and risk. Participants can choose from both free and paid courses, ranging in duration from one to four hours, allowing for flexible learning tailored to individual needs and schedules. Participants will receive a certificate upon completion of the training course. Please note that this is not a certification program, nor will participants receive any professional credentials. Whether professionals are new to TPRM or looking to deepen their expertise, the program provides valuable insights and practical knowledge to strengthen risk management strategies within their organizations. Attendees will earn four (4) CPE credits upon completion of this course.

TRAINING TPRMP October Training & Exam Bundle Monday, October 5, 2026 Date & Time Monday, October 5, 2026 at 2:00:00 PM UTC Intended Audience Those interested in advancing their careers by taking TPRMP training Duration 12 hrs CPE Credits 12 Fee Starting at $340 Register Event Description The TPRMP Certification is a professional credential that validates comprehensive knowledge of third party risk management fundamentals, frameworks, and best practices. It demonstrates a practitioner’s ability to manage the full TPRM lifecycle–from risk identification and assessment to ongoing monitoring–establishing credibility and advancing expertise for those responsible for building and maintaining robust TPRM programs. Learn More SPEAKER(S) INFORMATION CPE CREDIT Training Instructor Julie Gaiaschi CEO & Co-Founder | Third Party Risk Association (TPRA) Julie Gaiaschi, CISA, CISM, is the CEO & Co-Founder of the Third Party Risk Association (TPRA). She has over 15 years of technology and information security risk experience, with the last 10 years specializing in third party risk identification and mitigation techniques. In her role as CEO, she provides strategic direction for the non-profit, whose mission it is to further the third party risk profession through knowledge sharing and networking. She also has a passion for helping others enhance their own third party risk management programs. In 2021, Julie was awarded " CEO of the Year " by Women in Governance, Risk, and Compliance. Prior to co-founding the TPRA, Julie consulted on third party risk for a large bank. She also developed and led a large health payer organization’s Third Party Security program. There, she established and executed the third party risk assessment process, which included integration into the Procurement process. Prior to her role as the leader over Third Party Security, Julie was a Senior IT Auditor. Julie resides in Iowa with her husband and two girls. She enjoys traveling and cooking. Earn 12 CPE credits for attending 12 hours of TPRMP Training.

Find out what the women leaders in our community are reading, and join in for insightful advice! All Categories Previous Category Next Category Book Club Filter by Resource Type Audiobook Book Found 14 Book Becoming Bulletproof: Life Lessons from a Secret Service Agent Former Secret Service agent and star of Bravo’sSpy Games Evy Poumpouras shares lessons learned from protecting presidents, as well insights and skills from the oldest and most elite security force in the world to help you prepare for stressful situations, instantly read people, influence how you are perceived, and live a more fearless life. Becoming Bulletproof means transforming yourself into a stronger, more confident, and more powerful person. Evy Poumpouras—former Secret Service agent to three presidents and one of only five women to receive the Medal of Valor—demonstrates how we can overcome our everyday fears, have difficult conversations, know who to trust and who might not have our best interests at heart, influence situations, and prepare for the unexpected. When you have become bulletproof, you are your best, most courageous, and most powerful version of you. Poumpouras shows us that ultimately true strength is found in the mind, not the body. Courage involves facing our fears, but it is also about resilience, grit, and having a built-in BS detector and knowing how to use it. In Becoming Bulletproof, Poumpouras demonstrates how to heighten our natural instincts to employ all these qualities and move from fear to fearlessness. Check It Out Heather Kadavy Tuesday, March 12, 2024 Book Unfiltered: Proven Strategies to Start and Grow Your Business by Not Following the Rules Using personal stories that both instruct and inspire, Unfiltered shares the lessons Rachel has learned on her incredible journey from welfare to millions—and gives you a new way to think about what success can look like in your life. Check It Out Meghan Schrader Tuesday, September 20, 2022 Book The Gifts of Imperfection: 10th Anniversary Edition: Features a new foreword and brand-new tools NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • This tenth-anniversary edition of the game-changing #1 New York Times bestseller features a new foreword and new tools to make the work your own. For over a decade, Brené Brown has found a special place in our hearts as a gifted mapmaker and a fellow traveler. She is both a social scientist and a kitchen-table friend whom you can always count on to tell the truth, make you laugh, and, on occasion, cry with you. And what’s now become a movement all started with The Gifts of Imperfection, which has sold more than two million copies in thirty-five different languages across the globe. What transforms this book from words on a page to effective daily practices are the ten guideposts to wholehearted living. The guideposts not only help us understand the practices that will allow us to change our lives and families, they also walk us through the unattainable and sabotaging expectations that get in the way. Brené writes, “This book is an invitation to join a wholehearted revolution. A small, quiet, grassroots movement that starts with each of us saying, ‘My story matters because I matter.’ Revolution might sound a little dramatic, but in this world, choosing authenticity and worthiness is an absolute act of resistance.” Check It Out Tijuwana Burton Tuesday, March 1, 2022 Audiobook Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself Healthy boundaries. We all know we should have them - in order to achieve work/life balance, cope with toxic people, and enjoy rewarding relationships with partners, friends, and family. But what do "healthy boundaries" really mean - and how can we successfully express our needs, say "no", and be assertive without offending others? Check It Out Meghan Schrader Tuesday, March 16, 2021 Book Insight: The Surprising Truth About How Others See Us, How We See Ourselves, and Why the Answers Matter More Than We Think Most people feel like they know themselves pretty well. But what if you could know yourself just a little bit better—and with this small improvement, get a big payoff…not just in your career, but in your life? Research shows that self-awareness—knowing who we are and how others see us—is the foundation for high performance, smart choices, and lasting relationships. There’s just one problem: most people don’t see themselves quite as clearly as they could. Fortunately, reveals organizational psychologist Tasha Eurich, self-awareness is a surprisingly developable skill. Integrating hundreds of studies with her own research and work in the Fortune 500 world, she shows us what it reallytakes to better understand ourselves on the inside—and how to get others to tell us the honest truth about how we come across. Through stories of people who have made dramatic gains in self-awareness, she offers surprising secrets, techniques and strategies to help you do the same—and how to use this insight to be more fulfilled, confident, and successful in life and in work. Check It Out Xylia Hall Tuesday, June 5, 2018 Book "Playing Big" by Tara Mohr Playing Big is for you if... • You feel a calling or longing to play bigger, but you feel afraid or unsure about the next right steps. • You want to make a positive difference in the world but feel held back in some way. • You feel done with striving to play big on the world’s terms – but you do want to play big according to what that truly means to you. • You wish you struggled less with fear, self-doubt, worries about what others think, or tentativeness around your ideas. • You suspect it would be a whole lot more fun to play big. Check It Out Meghan Schrader Tuesday, December 29, 2015 Book The Speed of Trust: The One Thing that Changes Everything From Stephen R. Covey's eldest son comes a revolutionary new path towards productivity and satisfaction. Trust, says Stephen M.R. Covey, is the very basis of the new global economy, and he shows how trust—and the speed at which it is established with clients, employees and constituents—is the essential ingredient for any high–performance, successful organization. For business leaders and public figures in any arena, The Speed of Trust offers an unprecedented and eminently practical look at exactly how trust functions in our every transaction and relationship—from the most personal to the broadest, most indirect interaction—and how to establish trust immediately so that you and your organization can forego the time–killing, bureaucratic check–and–balance processes so often deployed in lieu of actual trust. Check It Out Heather Kadavy Tuesday, January 6, 2009 Book "Permission to Speak" by Samara Bay Getting heard is a tricky business: It’s what you say and how you show up, filtered through your audience’s assumptions and biases—and maybe even your own. For women, people of color, immigrants, and queer folks, there’s often a dissonance between how you speak and how we collectively think powerful people should speak: like the wealthy white men who’ve historically been in charge. But, fortunately, the sound of power is changing. Check It Out Meghan Schrader Tuesday, February 7, 2023 Book Speak: Find Your Voice, Trust Your Gut, and Get from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be From Tunde Oyeneyin, the massively popular Peloton instructor, fitness star, and founder of SPEAK, comes an empowering, inspiring book about how she transformed grief, setbacks, and flaws into growth, self-confidence, and triumph—perfect for fans of Shonda Rhimes, Brene Brown, and Glennon Doyle. On any given day, thousands of devoted people clip into their bikes and have their lives changed by Tunde Oyeneyin. From her platform in a Peloton studio, she encourages riders with her trademark blend of positivity, empathy, and motivational “Tunde-isms,” to push themselves to their limits both on and off the bike. Now, fans and readers everywhere can learn about her personal journey, and discover how they too can “live a life of purpose, on purpose” with Speak, a memoir-manifesto-guide to life inspired by her immensely popular Instagram Live series of the same name. Taking us through each step of the SPEAK acronym—Surrender, Power, Empathy, Authenticity, and Knowledge—Oyeneyin shares the lessons she has learned about loss, love, body image, and how she has successfully created an intentional, joyful life for herself, offering an accessible blueprint for anyone looking to make a positive change in their lives. Check It Out Heather Kadavy Tuesday, May 3, 2022 Book Jacinda Ardern: Leading with Empathy Jacinda Ardern: Leading with Empathy carefully explores the influences - personal, social, political and emotional - that have shaped Ardern. Peace activist and journalist Supriya Vani and writer Carl A. Harte build their narrative through Vani's exclusive interviews with Ardern, as well as the prime minister's public statements and speeches and the words of those who know her. We visit the places, meet the people and understand the events that propelled the daughter of a small-town Mormon policeman to become a committed social democrat, a passionate Labour Party politician and a modern leader admired for her empathy and courage. Check It Out Heather Kadavy Tuesday, August 10, 2021 Book "Untamed" by Glennon Doyle There is a voice of longing inside each woman. We strive so mightily to be good: good partners, daughters, mothers, employees, and friends. We hope all this striving will make us feel alive. Instead, it leaves us feeling weary, stuck, overwhelmed, and underwhelmed. We look at our lives and wonder: Wasn’t it all supposed to be more beautiful than this? We quickly silence that question, telling ourselves to be grateful, hiding our discontent—even from ourselves. Check It Out Meghan Schrader Tuesday, March 10, 2020 Book I Am Malala: How One Girl Stood Up for Education and Changed the World In this New York Times bestselling memoir, Malala Yousafzai—the youngest winner of the Nobel Peace Prize—inspires young readers with her stunning story of resilience and power. I Am Malala. This is my story. Malala Yousafzai was only ten years old when the Taliban took control of her region. They said music was a crime. They said women weren't allowed to go to the market. They said girls couldn't go to school. Raised in a once-peaceful area of Pakistan transformed by terrorism, Malala was taught to stand up for what she believes. So she fought for her right to be educated. And on October 9, 2012, she nearly lost her life for the cause: She was shot point-blank while riding the bus on her way home from school. No one expected her to survive. Now Malala is an international symbol of peaceful protest and the youngest ever Nobel Peace Prize winner. In this Young Readers Edition of her bestselling memoir, reimagined specifically for a younger audience and including exclusive photos and material, we hear firsthand the remarkable story of a girl who knew from a young age that she wanted to change the world—and did. Malala's powerful story will open your eyes to another world and will make you believe in hope, truth, miracles and the possibility that one person—one young person—can inspire change in her community and beyond. Check It Out Heather Kadavy Tuesday, June 14, 2016 Book Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us The New York Times bestseller that gives readers a paradigm-shattering new way to think about motivation from the author of When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing Most people believe that the best way to motivate is with rewards like money—the carrot-and-stick approach. That's a mistake, says Daniel H. Pink (author of To Sell Is Human: The Surprising Truth About Motivating Others). In this provocative and persuasive new book, he asserts that the secret to high performance and satisfaction-at work, at school, and at home—is the deeply human need to direct our own lives, to learn and create new things, and to do better by ourselves and our world. Drawing on four decades of scientific research on human motivation, Pink exposes the mismatch between what science knows and what business does—and how that affects every aspect of life. He examines the three elements of true motivation—autonomy, mastery, and purpose-and offers smart and surprising techniques for putting these into action in a unique book that will change how we think and transform how we live. Check It Out Rachel Curran Tuesday, April 5, 2011 Book The Platinum Rule: Discover the Four Basic Business Personalities and How They Can Lead You to Success In this entertaining and thought-provoking book, Tony Alessandra and Michael O'Connor argue that the "Golden Rule" is not always the best way to approach people. Rather, they propose the Platinum Rule: "Do unto others as "they'd" like done unto them". In other words, find out what makes people tick and go from there. Check It Out Heather Kadavy Sunday, February 1, 1998