April Watkins
Portfolio Entrepreneur, Advisor, Multi-disciplinarian
From the earliest days of her childhood, April displayed a remarkable array of interests and talents that set her on a path of exploration and discovery. With a passion for athletics, a flair for creativity, and a natural inclination towards mathematics and science, April's diverse pursuits spanned the spectrum from sports fields to stages, from laboratories to music studios.
Voted 'Most Talented' by her peers, April effortlessly traversed the realms of academia, sports, and the arts, leaving an indelible mark wherever she ventured. Whether excelling in sports teams, leading the band with her musical prowess, or captivating audiences with her dramatic performances, April's boundless energy and versatility knew no bounds.
As she approached the threshold of adulthood, April faced the age-old dilemma of choosing between her passions for the arts and sciences. However, true to her polymathic nature, she refused to be confined by conventional boundaries and resolved to pursue both paths simultaneously.
April's journey into the corporate world was marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence and a commitment to continuous learning and growth. Leveraging her diverse background and multifaceted education, she embarked on a successful international career, assuming a myriad of technical and executive leadership roles across various industries.
Transitioning from the corporate arena to entrepreneurship, April emerged as a respected advisor and consultant in the realms of leadership and human capital management. Drawing upon her extensive experience and dynamic voice, she became a sought-after speaker and facilitator, guiding organizations through transformative journeys of growth and development.
Beyond her professional endeavors, April's entrepreneurial spirit led her to explore the world of real estate, where she began investing and established herself as a trusted Broker and REALTOR®, assisting countless individuals and corporations in navigating the complexities of property transactions.
In her relentless pursuit of innovation and diversification, April has embraced new challenges and opportunities with zeal and passion. Through a combination of start-up ventures and strategic acquisitions, she continues to expand her portfolio of endeavors, driving forward with a singular focus on realizing true transformation and peak performance in every aspect of her life.
For April, life is a tapestry of multi-faceted experiences and endeavors, each thread woven with intention and purpose, each moment an opportunity for growth and evolution. With her unwavering commitment to excellence and boundless creative energy, she inspires others to embrace their own journey of self-discovery and transformation.
Voted 'Most Talented' by her peers, April effortlessly traversed the realms of academia, sports, and the arts, leaving an indelible mark wherever she ventured. Whether excelling in sports teams, leading the band with her musical prowess, or captivating audiences with her dramatic performances, April's boundless energy and versatility knew no bounds.
As she approached the threshold of adulthood, April faced the age-old dilemma of choosing between her passions for the arts and sciences. However, true to her polymathic nature, she refused to be confined by conventional boundaries and resolved to pursue both paths simultaneously.
April's journey into the corporate world was marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence and a commitment to continuous learning and growth. Leveraging her diverse background and multifaceted education, she embarked on a successful international career, assuming a myriad of technical and executive leadership roles across various industries.
Transitioning from the corporate arena to entrepreneurship, April emerged as a respected advisor and consultant in the realms of leadership and human capital management. Drawing upon her extensive experience and dynamic voice, she became a sought-after speaker and facilitator, guiding organizations through transformative journeys of growth and development.
Beyond her professional endeavors, April's entrepreneurial spirit led her to explore the world of real estate, where she began investing and established herself as a trusted Broker and REALTOR®, assisting countless individuals and corporations in navigating the complexities of property transactions.
In her relentless pursuit of innovation and diversification, April has embraced new challenges and opportunities with zeal and passion. Through a combination of start-up ventures and strategic acquisitions, she continues to expand her portfolio of endeavors, driving forward with a singular focus on realizing true transformation and peak performance in every aspect of her life.
For April, life is a tapestry of multi-faceted experiences and endeavors, each thread woven with intention and purpose, each moment an opportunity for growth and evolution. With her unwavering commitment to excellence and boundless creative energy, she inspires others to embrace their own journey of self-discovery and transformation.
I'm a Realist. When asked if the glass if half-full or half-empty, my answer is simply 'It's HALF'! The question is are we emptying it or filling it?
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Thank you! Thank you! Is all I can say besides please consider our offer to come fill our CAO position. You defy the perception issues of CHROs and have more business breadth and operational savvy far beyond several on our team. What you said about all leaders and execs are responsible for HR matters and the workforce just like everyone is responsible for finance and the bottom line really hit hard. My favorite line from you, "I'm not an HR person, I'm a business person, I just happened to be the one courageous enough to lead the charge and connect the relationship between human capital and economic growth." Priceless!!!!
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We very much appreciate your presence and facilitation in the room. We walked away with lots of tools and plans to better articulate and divvy out leadership and prep for succession planning. They also loved thinking through better utilizing their stakeholders towards their goals. The cross-company collaboration was a MASSIVE hit. Tons of energy and desire to make these happen regularly and want you to be a part of those conversations as we build muscle.
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Listening to April was a true call-to-action. I discussed with people sitting near me that I was sitting on the edge of my chair and normally I’m trying not to fall asleep. I took lots of notes and am fired up.
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April established credibility right away with our team. Specifically, I thought her ability to challenge assumptions, bring in her direct experience and share insights from her other client experiences were critical to the mindset shift underway here. We needed that level of credibility in the room.
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If you want truth and accountability, April will deliver. She was able to reach some hard people in the room who didn’t want to be there initially. Now they want to have her back and expand the audience.
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I recently worked with April on a video for GoFundMe, and it was a real pleasure. The client phoned-in for the recording session, and they loved her. She also helped us troubleshoot a few audio questions before the call.
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These are fantastic!! This separates professionals from amateurs. These are great, April. Thank you!! You're a life saver!
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The client loved these takes. We’ll be in touch for future projects.
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That is IT!!! Really nice work! Thank you for the fast turnaround! I really like your voice for this!
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April, it was so wonderful meeting you and having you be such an integral part of our first summit! It was a fantastic experience!
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Your session on "Leadership is both an Art and Science" is the most real and eye opening dialogue we've had as an exec team in quite some time. You managed the hard personalities well and did not allow us to revert back to our comfort zones and excuses.
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As my Executive Coach, April has helped me truly understand what actions I need to take and where my areas of focus should be. This has been a valuable use of my time and I feel this experience has increased my effectiveness as a leader. The bonus is it also improved my relationships at home.
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Another great session April and you were the perfect facilitator. I was thrilled to see all the engagement and collaboration. Definitely excited for our team as we move forward.
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