Edward J Doherty | Guest: Positive Talk Radio

As a lifelong business leader, consultant, volunteer and the father of a handicapped adult child, my optimism, persistence, and focus on the development of others has impacted hundreds of people over the years and continues to do so.

My past experience includes serving as a Regional Vice President over 135 Full-Service Restaurants based in San Francisco and Los Angeles, the Chief Human Resource Officer or an 11,000-employee company in Memphis, and President of a $22 million company in Cincinnati.

I also ran a non-profit for 15 years and have been an independent consultant for six years.

I ran my first marathon, the Boston Marathon at the age of 70 years old, and published my first book at the age of 72 years old, so I guess it is never too late to achieve your goals.

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Edward J. Doherty on Success to Meaningful Leadership | 1,598

Edward J. Doherty on Success to Meaningful Leadership | 1,598 Edward J. Doherty believes leadership is measured not by personal success, but by the lives you help grow along the way. A business executive, consultant, author, and nonprofit leader, Edward has spent decades leading organizations, developing people, and building cultures where individuals can thrive. From overseeing more than 135 restaurants as a Regional Vice President to serving as Chief Human Resources Officer for an 11,000 employee company and leading a multimillion dollar business, his career has been defined by one consistent priority: investing in people. Edward's leadership extends far beyond the corporate world. As the father of an adult son with disabilities and a longtime nonprofit leader, he has gained a deeply personal understanding of resilience, compassion, and the importance of serving others. Those experiences have shaped a leadership philosophy grounded in optimism, perseverance, and the belief …

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