E46: U.S. Army, Director of OIB Modernization Stephanie Hoaglin on Leadership and Personal Growth

04/01/24 • 59 min

This week, host Troy Edgar meets with Stephanie Hoaglin, U.S. Army, Director of Organic Industrial Base (OIB) Modernization in Huntsville, Alabama. She discusses her career path and the importance of modernizing the Army and the challenges of securing funding for the $16 billion, 15-year Modernization Plan.

The Organic Industrial Base, or known within the Defense Community as the OIB, consists of 23 arsenals, depots, and ammunition plants that provide essential maintenance and repair capabilities for the Army’s equipment and systems.

Stephanie started her career in one of those arsenals as a physical scientist at the Army’s Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center (JMTC), in Rock Island, Illinois. She then advanced to the Joint Munitions Command (JMC) and then eventually to her current role within the Army Materiel Command in Huntsville.

Stephanie has had great mentors and shares how these Army leaders have helped guide and inspire her through her incredible career. This is a great episode for anyone who may also be considering serving our country in the military or as a civilian.

AmeritocracyTM is produced by Prospect House Media and recorded in studio locations in Los Angeles and Washington D.C.

AmeritocracyTM is produced by Prospect House Media and recorded in studio locations in Los Angeles and Washington D.C.

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This week, host Troy Edgar meets with Sony Pictures Entertainment, Vice President of Global Still Photography, Chrissy Quesada at the Ameritocracy L.A. studio. Chrissy's journey in the movie industry began over 30 years ago at Carolco Pictures, where she supported the release of Terminator 2. Troy and Chrissy reminisced about the early days, including her time at 20th Century Fox prior to Disney's $72B acquisition.

In this episode, Chrissy provides an overview of her organization’s role in movie production, promotion, and premieres. She explains the process of becoming an Academy member and Troy shares his unbelievable experience attending the 2001 Academy Awards.

Lastly, they talk about the current state of the movie business including streaming, the resurrection of the theatrical release of movies, and the impact of AI, digital photography, and technology on her industry.

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AmeritocracyTM is produced by Prospect House Media and recorded in studio locations in Los Angeles and Washington D.C.

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E47: Sidebar Conversations - Exploring Time & Leadership w/ Troy Edgar & Rev. Barry Richards

Welcome to our monthly series where we dive into challenging topics, current events, explore faith, and much more. Expect fresh insights from familiar faces and new voices as we engage in candid discussions. Join us for open and honest fellowship, embracing diverse perspectives.

Featured guest: Rev. Barry Richards is a dear friend and mentor. He currently serves the Pentecostal City Mission Church in Los Angeles, California.

Topics explored in this episode: * Time management * The concept of time in the Bible * Living in a state of readiness for leadership opportunities * Servant leadership * Maintaining strong relationships

AmeritocracyTM is produced by Prospect House Media and recorded in studio locations in Los Angeles and Washington D.C.