BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN TZID:America/New_York X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/New_York BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2052@aboveboardchamber.com DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T130000 DTSTAMP:20260402T015918Z URL:https://www.aboveboardchamber.com/events/naples-what-great-leaders-kno w-that-others-dont/ SUMMARY:Naples: What Great Leaders Know That Others Don't DESCRIPTION:When great leaders come together to share their experiences\, e veryone benefits. This special program brings together some of Southwest F lorida’s most respected leaders to talk openly about what they’ve lear ned\, what has shaped their success\, and what they believe truly matters in leadership today.\n\nWhether you lead a business\, a team\, a nonprofit —or simply want to grow—this is a conversation that matters.\n\n Why This Conversation Matters\n\nGreat leadership isn’t about a title—it ’s about how we think\, decide\, and lead others through change. In toda y’s fast-moving world\, the difference between good and great leadership often comes down to perspective\, experience\, and a willingness to keep learning.\n\n Why You Should Attend\n\n Hear real-world insights from re spected local leaders\n Gain ideas you can apply immediately\n Connect w ith others who value growth and leadership\n Leave inspired and better eq uipped to lead\n\n What You Will Learn\n\n What sets great leaders apart \n How to make confident decisions in uncertain times\n The power of com munication and emotional intelligence\n Lessons from both success and fai lure\n\nSponsors\n\n Mark Ryczek: Wintrust Community Bank\n Vicki Tracy: Gulf Coast International Properties\n\nPanelists:\n• Bryce Alexander\,  CEO/Executive Artistic Director\, The Naples Players\n\nBryce Alexander\ , CEO/Executive Artistic Director\, The Naples Players Bryce Alexander lea ds the artistic vision\, strategic direction\, and organizational growth o f TNP\, working with a large volunteer\, donor\, and professional network to advance its mission. Under his leadership\, The Naples Players has buil t partnerships with dozens of SWFL organizations that connect theatre with wellness\, youth education\, and community engagement. A graduate of Lead ership Collier\, he continues to participate in regional leadership initia tives that connect the arts with broader community priorities. He lives in Naples with his wife\, actress Katie Cross\, and their son Ellis. Bryce i s a member of the Above Board Chamber of Florida\n\n• Clark Hill\, Gene ral Manager\, Hilton Naples\n\nClark W. Hill\, C.H.A.\, During his forty-y ear career in the Hospitality Industry\, Clark Hill has opened and managed upscale\, full-service hotels in several locations throughout the United States. Clark holds the position of Naples area director of operations wit h Cooper Hotels and general manager of the AAA Four Diamond Hilton Naples featuring Shula's Steak House. Clark is Vice Chair of the Tourist Developm ent Council and serves on the Board of Directors of the Florida Restaurant &\; Lodging Association\, Collier County Chapter. He is Chair of the B oard of Directors of Moorings Park Communities. Clark is Past Board Chair of United Way of Collier County and is a member of the Board of Directors of the Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce. He is a graduate of Leadership Collier\, Class of 2012. Clark a member of the Above Board Chamber of Flor ida.\n\n• Joseph De'Sena\, Retired Financial Advisor\n\nJoseph S. DeSen a\, CFP®\, MBA\, is the retired Managing Director and founder of Siena We alth Advisory Group\, where he spent more than three decades guiding indiv iduals and families toward meaningful\, fulfilling retirements. Joe began his advisory career in November 1994 and went on to become one of the top 100 Financial Advisors at Ameriprise for twenty‑one consecutive years (1 999–2019). Over the course of his career\, he trained more than 600 fina ncial advisors nationwide\, shaping the next generation of professionals w ith his trademark blend of wisdom\, humility\, and client‑first philosop hy. Joe has been recognized as a Forbes Best‑In‑State Advisor (2020 &a mp\; 2021) and has been featured as a financial expert in Newsday\, Long I sland Business News\, Worth Magazine\, and on the cover of Financial Plann ing Magazine. Under his leadership\, Siena Wealth Advisory Group grew to m anage $1.3 billion in client assets\, with offices in Saddle Brook\, NJ\; Melville\, NY\; New York City\; and Naples\, FL. Now retired\, Joe has shi fted his focus from helping clients pursue their dreams to fully pursuing his own. His goal for this year is to complete a Half Ironman for charity\ , channeling his passion for endurance sports into meaningful impact. His ultimate milestone: completing a full‑distance IRONMAN on his 70th birth day—a testament to his belief that “Anything is Possible.” Joe conti nues to inspire others through his commitment to service\, personal growth \, and living life with purpose\, gratitude\, and heart. Joseph is a membe r of the Above Board Chamber of Florida\n\n• Greg Brisson\, President\, BCB Homes Inc.\n\nGreg Brisson is president of BCB Homes Inc.\, overseein g operations for the custom luxury home builder. He joined BCB Homes in 20 06 as a project manager and was later promoted to president after serving as vice president of the renovations division. A Naples resident since 197 5\, Greg earned Bachelor of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Architecture degrees from the Rhode Island School of Design. He serves on The Immokalee Founda tion advisory board and was named to Naples Illustrator’s Top 100 Most I nfluential Business Leaders in 2023."\nModerator:\n• Vicki Tracy\, COO\ , Gulf Coast International Properties\n\nVicki Tracy\, Naples’s residen t of more than 40 years\, Vicki’s expertise spans prestigious startups\, strategic acquisitions\, and landmark developments throughout Collier Cou nty. Her distinguished career includes leadership roles with HMA\, Joseph C. Greene and Associates\, Ezon Corporation\, Hardy Development\, Royal Pa lm Academy\, CreoMed\, and The Arlington. She currently serves as Chief Op erating Officer at Gulf Coast International Properties®\, reflecting her commitment to excellence. Widely recognized for her civic impact\, Vicki h as earned numerous honors and raised millions for Naples’ charitable cau ses. She remains deeply engaged in the community\, serving in key leadersh ip roles and Chairs across several prominent boards and organizations. Bio s and questions Vicki is a member of the Above Board Chamber of Florida\n\ n\nAfter submitting you registration\, click here to go to the Cart. If yo u can't register\, please call Jeanne at (239)-910-7426.\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.aboveboardchamber.com/wp-content/upl oads/2026/03/ABC_April_Naples_Final-R1.jpg CATEGORIES:Naples Meeting LOCATION:Hilton Naples\, 5111 Tamiami Trail N.\, Naples\, Florida\, 34103\, United States GEO:26.2094923;-81.80164909999996 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=5111 Tamiami Trail N.\, Nap les\, Florida\, 34103\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Hilton Na ples:geo:26.2094923,-81.80164909999996 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York X-LIC-LOCATION:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20260308T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR