Queen Me, Please!

A Note from the CEO

After 20 years of playing chess, I still find few moments that match the thrill of pawn promotion.

As a pawn advances to the opposite side of the board, it gains the potential to transform into a queen, rook, bishop, or knight—a game-changing evolution.

Pawn promotion means opportunity. After the long battle across the chess board, the pawn has now reach new heights and endless possilibilites.

Inspired by this transformative process, I named Queenside Ventures podcast "Queen Me." Much like the journey of that humble pawn, the podcast delves into the remarkable stories of individuals who, at pivotal moments of their lives, declared, "Queen me!" and reshaped their world.

What was that moment in your leadership journey when you said “Queen Me?”

Leadership is a journey.

So is a chess game.

xx, 

Ashley Lynn Priore

Quote of the Week

“Leadership is a journey. Each one of us has to take our own path, and get there our own way.” - David Gergen, former White House Communications Director & probably a chess player…

Coming Up in the Pod 

Unlocking Success: Strategies for Personal and Professional Growth

On this episode, we discuss strategies for personal and professional success. We emphasize the importance of defining success individually, surrounding oneself with smart and motivating people, documenting work achievements, and networking effectively.Puzzle Solution: 

Ke2, Kg3

Kf1, Kxh4

a4 (I feel a pawn promotion coming!)