Connections Break Barriers with Ryan Wilson
Join CEO & Co-Founder of The Gathering Spot, Ryan Wilson, as he explores how relationships shape careers and lives, challenging the myth of being "self-made." Through 8 inspiring conversations, he'll uncover how successful leaders build, sustain, and leverage meaningful connections to break barriers, create opportunities, and drive social change.
Created in partnership with the MBA Programs at Kennesaw State University, Coles College of Business.
Connections Break Barriers with Ryan Wilson
Connections Break Barriers with T.Dallas Smith | Episode 1
Ryan sits down with T. Dallas Smith, Founder and Chief Executive Officer at T. Dallas Smith & Company, to discuss his journey from a lawn care business as a child to becoming a trailblazer in commercial real estate. Through the guidance of mentors like Herman Russell, he learned the power of building long-term relationships and investing in underserved communities, lessons he now pays forward through his community involvement.
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With three MBA programs to choose from - Executive, Evening, or web, their curriculum incorporates the latest industry trends and skills that will allow you to make an immediate impact in your career.
With KSU’s MBA programs, students benefit from a flexible format that fits their schedule, including part-time options, 100% online courses, and even a unique weekend format with their Executive MBA. Graduate in as little as 19 months while building lasting connections with a cohort of peers and professionals. Plus, you can see an ROI fast with tuition starting as low as $20,000.
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