In this episode of Unapologetic Leadership, host Cory Dunham welcomes Francisco J. Quevedo to explore how experiential learning at Rutgers Business School bridges classroom theory with real‑world impact. Francisco an Assistant Professor of Professional Practice in the Marketing Department, Executive Director of the Center for Marketing Advantage, Advancement, and Action, and Senator for the 2025–2028 term shares how he brings hands‑on entrepreneurship, nonprofit projects, and real consulting work into student learning to benefit businesses, nonprofits, and government partners. His approach empowers students to learn by doing, builds measurable impact, and prepares future leaders to innovate with confidence.

Francisco also discusses using AI as a research copilot (not a replacement), the importance of integrity and values in leadership, and how experiential education can transform students’ careers and community outcomes. This episode delivers practical insights on leadership, innovation, community engagement, and creating real results beyond the classroom.

About Francisco J. Quevedo:
Francisco J. Quevedo is an Assistant Professor of Professional Practice in the Marketing Department at Rutgers Business School; he serves as Executive Director of the Center for Marketing Advantage, Advancement and Action and is Senator for the 2025–2028 term. He graduated from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, in 1978 and earned his doctorate in Marketing, MBA, and CAGSB at Pace University in New York, NY. Before joining Rutgers in 2020, he taught at Pace University and NYU and has over 40 years of corporate experience consulting with Fortune 100 firms, NGOs, and government agencies across multiple countries. His research focuses on brand management and nonprofit marketing, and he has been published multiple times in peer‑reviewed journals.

Connect with Francisco
Phone: (929) 208‑5289
Email: francisco.quevedo@rutgers.edu
X: @NeuroBrand2020

In Episode 15 of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Alexander Jones-Thomas CEO, philanthropist, and founder of Alpha and Omega, LLC to explore courage, calling, and Christian confidence. Alex shares his journey from a challenging upbringing and foster care to creating a community-driven organization that empowers students to thrive academically, professionally, and spiritually.

Listeners will discover how faith shapes his leadership, how he embraces bold moves even when feeling unqualified, and why aligning with God’s calling is the ultimate key to lasting impact. This episode is packed with insights on perseverance, mentorship, and staying focused on what truly matters even under pressure.

Guest Bio:
Alexander Jones-Thomas is a 25-year-old entrepreneur and philanthropist currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Business Administration at Winston-Salem State University. He is the CEO and founder of Alpha and Omega, LLC, a community outreach organization supporting students through mentorship, brand ambassadorship, and leadership development. Alexander is passionate about bridging the gap between students and opportunities while integrating faith and leadership principles into real-world impact.

Connect with Alexander Jones-Thomas:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-da-great-amen-ra-jesus/

In this powerful episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Dr. Nishtha Sareen, an interventional cardiologist and national leader in women’s heart health, to explore why heart disease remains the number one killer of women, and why access to care must be a right, not a luxury.

Dr. Sareen shares how she built and scaled Women’s Heart Programs focused on meeting women where they are, breaking gaps in medical research, and addressing the unique cardiovascular risks women face across every stage of life. The conversation goes beyond medicine into leadership, faith under pressure, and what it takes to lead boldly when you’re challenging outdated systems.

This episode is about courage, purpose, and redefining leadership in healthcare, by putting people, faith, and accessibility at the center of innovation.

To learn more about Dr. Nishtha Sareen, check out her bio here.

In this episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Sandeep Singh to explore what it means to build AI and automation that truly serve humanity. Together, they unpack why technology without values can create harm, how faith and ethics act as an inner compass for innovation, and why human-centered leadership matters more than ever in an AI-driven world. This conversation challenges leaders to move beyond profit and power, focusing instead on trust, purpose, collaboration, and creating technology that supports, not replaces, the human experience.

With over 25 years of cross-industry experience spanning the food industry, global manufacturing, startup development, and industrial automation, Sandeep Singh brings a deeply human perspective to the future of technology.

As Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Cabra Dynamics LLC, Sandeep leads a family of innovation-driven divisions, including CabraMove (Autonomous Mobile Robots) and Jarvion (AI, IoT & Software Solutions). His work is guided by a clear mission: to make automation more human, intuitive, and accessible.

At the core of every project he leads, whether designing advanced robotics or mentoring emerging startups, is a firm belief that technology should amplify human potential, not replace it. In this episode, Sandeep shares how values, ethics, and intentional leadership can shape AI and automation in ways that truly serve people and organizations.

Connect with Sandeep Singh:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandeep-singh-sra/
Email: ssingh@cabradynamics.com

In this episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with technology executive, entrepreneur, and digital transformation leader Dr. Hollie Blagg to explore how systems thinking and presence shape effective leadership at work, at home, and in faith. Together, they unpack why slowing down in a fast-paced world leads to better decision-making, how leaders can stay grounded amid constant demands, and why caring for the body, mind, and spirit is essential for sustainable impact.

Dr. Blagg brings over a decade of experience driving innovation across enterprise systems and cloud organizations, specializing in scalable organizational design, data-driven strategy, and cross-functional collaboration in high-growth environments. She is completing her PhD in Organizational Leadership, where her research focuses on accelerating innovation, and she applies these insights as the co-owner of six businesses alongside her husband. Currently, her work centers on helping organizations leverage Google Cloud technologies for long-term resilience and growth.

This conversation offers practical wisdom for leaders navigating complexity—providing clarity on confidence, presence, health, faith, and how to lead effectively without having all the answers.

Connect with Dr. Hollie Blagg:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hollie-blagg-phd-11543b4/

In this episode, Cory talks with storytelling and podcasting expert Jon Goehring about how leaders can use podcasting to build trust, connect authentically, and communicate with purpose. Jon breaks down why long-form content builds credibility, how to show up confidently, and why leaders should focus on serving... not performing. A simple, powerful conversation for anyone who wants to share their message with impact.

Jon Goehring is the founder of StoryTrust Media, where he helps brands build trust and lasting connections through the power of storytelling. He specializes in podcast and audiobook production, making it simple for creators and companies to launch and sustain content that truly engages their audience.

Jon is also the founder of Jon Goehring Voiceovers, providing narration that cuts through digital noise and ensures every message is heard. Beyond his production work, he is deeply passionate about community storytelling and serves as a radio personality for several local stations, keeping him closely connected to the audiences he serves.

With a Master’s degree from the Newhouse School at Syracuse University and a background in broadcast journalism, Jon blends academic insight with real-world media experience to help people share stories that resonate and stick.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-goehring/

In this episode, Dr. Antoinette shares how faith, obedience, and learning to ask for help led her to build Michigan’s first fully mobile DNA and genetic testing company. She opens up about shifting from nursing and finance to entrepreneurship, trusting God’s timing, overcoming pride, and serving communities through accessible, on-the-go healthcare.

In this episode, Cory Dunham shares a surprising leadership lesson born from an unexpected one-night stay in a San Diego hostel. What began as a simple change of plans turned into a powerful reminder about surrendering control, embracing discomfort, and trusting God’s guidance in unfamiliar spaces. Through stories of bunk beds, missed expectations, and quiet moments of reflection, Cory reveals how disrupted plans can become divine direction—and why real leadership is revealed not in perfect order, but in unexpected detours that test our faith, mindset, and trust.