C2 Biz Growth
C2 Biz Growth features insightful information and lessons learned from entrepreneurs and CEOs who are growing and scaling their companies. We realize that being the CEO and leader can be a lonely position. However, Success breeds Success and our conversations with men and women on the “entrepreneurial battlefield” will inform, inspire, and drive you to keep marching onward and upward.
C2 Biz Growth is hosted by John Hale III, Founder and CEO of The Cornerstone Group, a business advisory and strategy consulting firm specializing in enhancing companies’ ability to accelerate growth and scale their businesses.
C2 Biz Growth
The Authentic CEO: Honesty, Kindness, and Bipartisan Success with Jessica Beeson Tocco - Episode 5
Join host John Hale III in a compelling conversation with Jessica Beeson Tocco, the dynamic CEO and founder of A10 Associates LLC, the nation's largest woman-owned bipartisan lobbying firm. In this insightful episode, Jessica shares her powerful perspectives on prioritizing dignity over dollars in business, the crucial role of honesty and kindness as a CEO, and the strategic advantage of focusing on quality over quantity when it comes to clients.
Drawing on her extensive experience spanning the Bush Administration, former Vice President Pence's office, and top lobbying firms, Jessica also offers a unique viewpoint on topics ranging from President Trump's impact on women in power to the importance of an authentic bipartisan focus in US politics. She candidly discusses the realities of balancing a thriving career with family life and provides valuable insights into the journey of growing a successful woman-owned business.
A seasoned strategist and frequent political commentator seen on NECN, NBC Boston, the History Channel, and GBH, Jessica brings a global perspective shaped by her fluency in Spanish, Vietnamese, and English. Discover the principles that have propelled A10 Associates to be recognized as one of Massachusetts’ Fastest Growing Private Companies and a consistent top 100 federal lobbying firm by Bloomberg Government.
Tune in to hear Jessica's inspiring story and gain actionable takeaways on ethical leadership, strategic growth, and navigating the complexities of business and politics.