Nneka Chiazor, President of the Public Affairs Council, Named Chief Influencer

The Communications Board names Nneka Chiazor, President of the Public Affairs Council, a Chief Influencer.

What does it take to lead with both strategy and soul in today’s complex world? In this episode of Chief Influencer, Nneka Chiazor shares how her cross-sector leadership at Cox Communications and the Public Affairs Council has shaped her belief that influence begins within.

Drawing on her “Mercy Framework” for thoughtful decision-making, Nneka unpacks how leaders can prioritize with clarity, align teams with purpose, and treat public affairs not as a cost center, but as a strategic lever for building trust and unlocking growth.

Nneka reflects on the evolving expectations of leadership and the need to show up with reliability, empathy, and intentionality. She shares how internal champions are a brand’s most trusted messengers, why senior leaders must refill their own cups, and how platforms like LinkedIn can humanize executive influence. From the Queen Elizabeth II communication rule to redefining personal branding as “You, Inc.,” this episode is a candid and insightful look at how modern leaders can navigate noise with authenticity.

Host: Anthony Shop
Guest: Nneka Chiazor
Producer: The Communications Board
Sponsor: The George Washington University College of Professional Studies

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