Culture built on joy, trust, and Innovation can transform teams and drive lasting impact. Bob Doyle, President and CEO of the Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA), shares his personal and professional journey, including his experience with Family loss and his career transition from environmental engineering to association leadership. He discusses how these three pillars shape his organization’s approach to advocacy, collaboration, and Education. Drawing on personal experiences of loss, career pivots, and leadership lessons, Bob explains how gratitude, intentional routines, and work-life integration strengthen both leaders and the communities they serve.
Rosie Zilinskas is a leadership coach and expert in “Career Progression.” She is an executive vice president specializing in high-net-worth personal insurance, with just under 30 years of experience climbing the corporate ladder.
Rosie is an international bilingual speaker, executive career coach, podcast host, author, and corporate trainer. She appeared on podcasts, such as “Bravehearts Radio,” “The Driven Entrepreneur,” and “Lead at any Level.” She was also a featured storyteller at “The People Tree.”
Rosie is the creator of the Corporate Ladder Kickstart Formula, which helps individuals take command of their profession. She has helped dozens of people obtain the promotion they sought to shred the frustration of a dead-end position. Rosie is a first-generation Mexican American and fluent in Spanish. She is living proof that you really can have it all and move up the ladder of success despite the odds.
