Anthony Shop and Thomas Sanchez
Socially Speaking
Anthony Shop and Thomas Sanchez are the dynamic couple behind Social Driver, a trailblazing digital agency. Anthony, Chair of the National Digital Roundtable and an acclaimed strategist, and Thomas, a celebrated CEO and advocate for inclusion, share their journey from humble beginnings to leading change in technology, diversity, and LGBTQ advocacy. They reveal how their people-centered approach has driven success for top brands and advanced inclusion in business. From lessons learned on a Missouri farm to the boardroom of The Trevor Project, they discuss the power of authenticity in leadership, the impact of fostering trust, and their vision for a brighter, more inclusive future.
Anthony Shop and Thomas Sanchez are the dynamic couple behind Social Driver, a trailblazing digital agency. Anthony, Chair of the National Digital Roundtable and an acclaimed strategist, and Thomas, a celebrated CEO and advocate for inclusion, share their journey from humble beginnings to leading change in technology, diversity, and LGBTQ advocacy. They reveal how their people-centered approach has driven success for top brands and advanced inclusion in business. From lessons learned on a Missouri farm to the boardroom of The Trevor Project, they discuss the power of authenticity in leadership, the impact of fostering trust, and their vision for a brighter, more inclusive future.
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Guest Biographies
Anthony Shop chairs the National Digital Roundtable, the premier convener of digital innovators, leaders and policy shapers, and hosts The Communications Board’s podcast, Chief Influencer. Anthony is the Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Social Driver, a digital services firm that helps companies and non-profits establish winning strategies with social media, websites, creative, and advertising. An enthusiastic presenter and teacher, he has led executive-level training for Amazon, PepsiCo, NASA, The British Embassy and the Bipartisan Policy Center. He has been recognized as an “OUTstanding LGBT Role Model” by The Financial Times, “40 Under 40” by The Washington Business Journal, and Business Leader of the Year by the DC Chamber of Commerce. A former newspaper reporter, Anthony was the first new media professional elected to the National Press Club’s Board of Governors. He currently serves on the board of Leadership Greater Washington. He earned his MBA from The George Washington University School of Business, where he teaches as an adjunct lecturer. Thomas Sanchez is the CEO and Founder of Social Driver, a digital agency known for its groundbreaking work in websites, creative strategy, digital marketing, and social media. Under Thomas’s leadership, the agency’s collaborative culture and cutting-edge strategies have received wide acclaim, including the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce’s Supplier of the Year award, Minority Business 100 awards, and a Best and Brightest Company award. Thomas’ passion for entrepreneurship began humbly, growing up on a farm in Missouri, where he learned valuable lessons that helped him launch a successful technology career and grow as an entrepreneur. His passion for social impact led him to launch The Driver Foundation, a philanthropic fund focused on youth and diversity. Additionally, he serves on the Board of The Trevor Project, the national nonprofit providing suicide prevention services to LGBTQ youth. The Mayor of the District of Columbia appointed him as Chair of The Innovation Technology and Inclusion Council, where he advises the Mayor and the public on ways in which to grow the District's innovation and tech economy. |
Show Notes
Season 2, Episode 20 Anthony
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Credits
Guest: Anthony Shop Guest: Thomas Sanchez Host: Liz Cavallaro Host: Bree Fram Audio: Frieda Garcia |