Dr. Cherry Collier
In the fabric of modern leadership, few threads are as vibrant and transformative as the influence of Dr. Cherry Collier. A managing partner and master certified executive coach at Personality Matters known affectionately as the “CEO Whisperher,” Dr. Cherry doesn’t just understand the science of behavior; she lives and breathes the art of human connection. With a warm smile that puts any room at ease and a depth of knowledge that captivates the most seasoned executives, Dr. Cherry embodies the spirit of accessible, relatable, and impactful leadership.
Dr. Cherry’s leadership journey began with her story of transformation, where she moved out of her own way to reach new heights of personal and professional fulfillment — journeys she eloquently shares in her writings “Move Out of Your Own Way” and “The Science and Art Series.” Her work is not a mere transfer of knowledge but a shared experience of growth, inviting each person to rise with her, embracing their untapped potential.
Dr. Cherry helps you navigate the complexities of leadership. She speaks the language of CEOs and whispers wisdom that ignites personal and organizational transformation across all organizational levels. Dr. Cherry’s portfolio includes more than 22 books and publications, and her RISE-IQ (Relational, Interpersonal, Social, and Emotional Intelligence) has turned her into an architect of empowerment, shaping leaders who reach and redefine their goals.
Her educational foundation includes a Ph.D. in applied organizational social psychology from the University of Georgia, a master’s in applied social psychology from UGA, and a bachelor’s in psychology from Spelman College, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude.
Her approach to leadership development is a blend of academic rigor, practical wisdom, and the insightful nurturing of each individual’s leadership capacity. Engage with her and step into a world where leadership is synonymous with emotional intelligence, deep human understanding, and the capacity to build bridges that unite people and ideas. Her approach is not just about leading; it’s about bringing people together to create something greater than the sum of its parts.
Jen Fisher
Jen Fisher, the first chief well-being officer of a professional services organization, is a leading voice on well-being and human sustainability.
She’s the co-author of the bestselling, award-winning book, “Work Better Together: How to Cultivate Strong Relationships to Maximize Well-Being and Boost Bottom Lines,” the Human Sustainability Editor-at-Large for Thrive Global, and the host of the WorkWell podcast series.
As the inaugural chief well-being officer at Deloitte, Jen built and led the creation and execution of a pioneering holistic and inclusive well-being strategy that has received recognition from leading business media brands and associations.
Jen is passionate about sharing her breast cancer and burnout recovery journeys to help others. She’s shared her story and expertise at TEDx, SXSW, World Happiness Summit, Out & Equal Workplace Summit, Acumen Global Gathering, WorkHuman, The Atlantic Pursuit of Happiness event, and more. She’s also lectured at top universities nationwide, including Harvard, Wake Forest, Duke, and George Mason.
Jen is a frequent writer on workplace issues today, including the importance of mental health and social connection to workforce resilience, happiness, and productivity.
Bria Garner
Bria is the Director of Marketing Activation for FIFA World Cup 2026, hired to create a sustainable competitive advantage for the Coca-Cola system as part of the marketing activation team. In this role, she will lead the strategy, planning, and delivery of youth programs and soles and exclusives for three markets (US, Canada, Mexico) across 16 cities to maximize the return on investment for North America and Latin America during the largest sporting event in the world.
In her previous role as senior manager of sports marketing at Coca-Cola, Bria spearheaded MLS and U.S. Soccer partnerships and oversaw FIFA programs tailored to North America. Her work involved leveraging collaborative business strategies and consumer insights to optimize soccer assets and support Frontline/Bottler teams through local soccer initiatives. Bria played a pivotal role in negotiating the U.S. Soccer agreement and renewing the MLS contract, while also leading efforts to refine Coca-Cola North American soccer strategy.
Before joining Coca-Cola, Bria served as a partnerships manager at Atlanta United Football Club LLC. She oversaw 23 partners from various industries, acting as a marketing consultant. Her responsibilities included devising strategies to enhance engagement, align partner goals with those of Atlanta United, and optimize ROI for partner initiatives.
Bria attended the University of Georgia, where she played soccer and earned her bachelor’s degree. She later completed her MBA at Kennesaw State University. Bria and her husband are based in Atlanta, where she enjoys traveling, relaxing at Lake Oconee, spending time with family and friends, and attending a variety of sporting events in her free time.
Melody Lee
Melody Lee is the Chief Marketing Officer of Mercedes-Benz USA. In this role, she oversees brand positioning and marketing strategy and execution, aiming to ensure long-term growth and profitability for the Mercedes-Benz brand in the United States.
Previously, Melody was SVP of global brand and product marketing for the Herman Miller and Knoll brands at MillerKnoll. In that role, she was responsible for ensuring a cohesive brand-led strategy across the two marquee design brands’ products, channels, messages and audiences.
Before joining MillerKnoll, Melody was Global COO and principal of Americas for Camron, a global design communications agency, where she led the agency’s New York and Los Angeles offices.
Before Camron, she was vice president for brand development at Shiseido, a 140-year-old global prestige beauty company. In that position, she led critical strategic initiatives across a comprehensive remit of brand strategy, product development, marketing, and retail planning for one of Shiseido’s multinational prestige brands.
Before Shiseido, Melody spent six years with Cadillac. As head of brand marketing for the iconic luxury car brand, Melody oversaw brand strategy, global planning, partnerships and experiences, and marketing innovation. She also led BOOK by Cadillac, the brand’s vehicle subscription business, as a discrete business unit, with commercial responsibility for operations and logistics, financial management, product development, branding and marketing, PR and business development, and corporate sales.
Before joining Cadillac, Melody was EVP at global PR agency Hill+Knowlton Strategies from 2006 to 2012, where she led high-stakes communications campaigns for Fortune 500 corporations.
Melody lives with her husband and two boys in Atlanta. She attended Georgia Institute of Technology, receiving her B.S. and M.S. in International Affairs.
Georgia O’Donoghue
Georgia O’Donoghue was named vice president, business operations for Atlanta United in July 2021 having previously served as the director, strategy and operations for the club. O’Donoghue came to Atlanta United from parent company AMB Sports + Entertainment (AMBSE) in 2018, where she first served as manager and then as director of fan experience for Mercedes-Benz Stadium (MBS).
O’Donoghue leads the day-to-day operations for Atlanta United and Atlanta United 2, including overseeing Matchday Operations, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Training Ground utilization and special projects, and the relationship with Mercedes-Benz Stadium. She also serves on the board of the AMB Family Fund and as a leader on the AMBSE Senior Leadership Team.
In her role as director of fan experience for Mercedes-Benz Stadium, O’Donoghue spent three years improving the fan journey and managing fan-focused operations, playing a vital role in cross-functional projects, including installing automated ticket scanners, refining the secure entry process, and launching MBS as the first cashless professional sports stadium. During her tenure, MBS was named the 2019 Sports Facility of the Year at the Sports Business Journal’s Sports Business Awards and received Sports Breakthrough of the Year in 2018 for the Fan First Pricing food and beverage program.
Before joining AMBSE, O’Donoghue spent two years as a strategy consultant with LiquidHub (now Capgemini), two years in New York City startup HealthiNation managing audience strategy/development, and three years at Turner Broadcasting in various roles, including website monetization, strategic planning, and branding.
Born and raised in Atlanta with two degrees from the University of Georgia, Georgia is proud to remain living in Buckhead with her husband, Brendan, and children Michael, Sutton, and Conor.
Jori Palmer
Jori Palmer is the Director of Marketing and Advertising for the Atlanta Braves. She oversees all traditional and digital media planning and buying for the organization, and manages email strategy and automation, experiential marketing, giveaways, and promotions. She enjoys brainstorming new bobblehead ideas and leading the execution of the Braves Country Road Trip, which included a 151-stop World Champions Trophy Tour covering seven states and bringing the 2021 Commissioner’s Trophy to more than 80,000 fans across the Southeast.
She worked for seven years at Turner Broadcasting in digital ad sales and digital media planning divisions for TNT’s NBA sports properties and NCAA college basketball’s March Madness.
Jori graduated from the University of Georgia Terry Business of College (Go Dawgs!) with a degree in finance and a minor in Spanish. She is a proud alumna of UGA’s Institute for Leadership Advancement and mentoring program. Jori lives in Roswell, where she is a member of Christ Fellowship Church and serves on her daughter’s elementary school foundation. She enjoys spending each day with her wonderful husband, who is active in the Navy Reserves, and playing with her three children, ages 7, 5, and 3.
Dr. Cree Scott
As founder and CEO of Serenity Psy Consulting, Dr. Scott brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success in consulting, coaching, and leadership development. Her expertise incorporates strategy and change management solutions, making her a sought-after consultant and executive coach. With a unique blend of clinical expertise and leadership development as a foundation, Dr. Scott fosters personal and professional growth in her clients.
At Serenity Psy, Dr. Scott provides customized leadership development workshops for all career levels. Her workshops prioritize individuals’ well-being, growth and potential, nurturing their ability to inspire, motivate, and engage their teams, leading to higher trust, collaboration Serenity Psy Consulting and overall performance.
As a facilitator, Dr. Scott partners with her clients by utilizing evidenced-based adult learning practices to help participants stay fully engaged, discover new perspectives, and illuminate insights that drive high performance. She is known for her ability to connect with her audience and turn complex concepts into digestible, actionable strategies that support behavior change.
As an ICF-certified executive coach and Forbes Coaches Council member, Dr. Scott uses a strengths-based approach grounded in cognitive-behavioral and positive psychology. She takes time to understand her clients’ specific needs, including their organizational culture and the unique expectations equating to success.
Before founding Serenity, Dr. Scott dedicated over 12 years to consulting, focusing on strategy, change management, and leadership development. Her work has included executive-level succession planning, large-scale program management, and organizational strategy implementation engagements.
Dr. Scott holds a doctorate in psychology and an MBA certification from Xavier University. She is certified in DISC, the Predictive Index, Hogan’s Personality and 360, and Zenger Folkman 360 assessments. She also holds a certification as a Project Management Professional.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Dr. Scott enjoys spending time with her family, engaging in experiences, and exploring new ideas.
Lori Wilson
Lori Wilson joined the WSB-TV Channel 2 in 2017. She helps Georgians get ready for their day as the anchor for Channel 2 Action News This Morning from 4:30 a.m. – 7 a.m. Lori has covered everything from Hurricane Irma and the coronavirus pandemic to the passing of several legendary civil rights leaders here in Atlanta. Her most memorable moment was covering protests in Atlanta following the death of George Floyd. Lori is an Emmy award-winning anchor and reporter. She graduated from Indiana University. Before joining WSB-TV, Lori worked in Indianapolis, Philadelphia, and Shreveport, Louisiana. She is a children’s book author, a member of National Association of Black Journalists and the Delta Sigma Theta sorority.