Young Professionals Series
In this podcast, we explore how five young professionals in Houston jumpstarted their careers and found their passions. We also hear their perspective about how to best leverage social media to boost professional development.
Tune in to hear about how modern professionals are approaching career advancement in today’s business environment, as told by:
- Will Davis, Branch Manager and Vice President at Regions Bank’s Alder Trails Branch
- Pierce Bush, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star
- Kelly McCormick, Managing Director at UH RedLabs
- Grant Pinkerton, Founder of Pinkerton BBQ
- Ryan Soroka, President and Co-Founder of 8th Wonder Brewery
Recorded during a Real Talk with Regions live event held at 8th Wonder Brewery in Houston, this podcast features some of the city’s experienced young leaders in an in-depth panel discussion and is the first of a three-part series. Check out the second part here and the third part here.
This Next Step Podcast is part of our Young Professionals series presented by Regions Next Step – advice, tools and resources to help you get closer to reaching your unique financial goals. From landing your first job to navigating the workplace and growing your career, our Young Professionals series offers you advice for every step along the way.
Get more tips for navigating life as a young professional.
About Will Davis
Will Davis is Branch Manager at Regions Bank’s Alder Trails branch in Houston, Texas. He joined Regions in October of 2017.
About Pierce Bush
Pierce Bush is CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) Lone Star. In this role, he is responsible for coordination of fundraising, budgeting, programming, the agency’s Board of Directors and achieving the strategic goals of the largest BBBS affiliate organization in the country.
About Kelly McCormick
Kelly McCormick is the Managing Director of the University of Houston’s Technology Entrepreneurship Program, RED Labs. Kelly has helped develop the curriculum, establish mentor relationships and provide resources for UH-affiliated students and faculty who want to launch tech startups.
About Grant Pinkerton
Grant Pinkerton is the Founder of Pinkerton BBQ. He was born and raised in Houston, and is an avid outdoorsman and conservationist.
About Ryan Soroka
Ryan Soroka is the President and Co-Founder of the 8th Wonder Brewery in Houston.
