Experience: Janice Bryant Howroyd is the chairman and CEO of the Acto1 Group, a global leader in the staffing and human resources industry. Building on an international scope and resources, her company creates and implements innovative technologies and business services that allow firms to optimize their talent pools and bottom line through optimal and innovative resource management. A strong advocate for education, Howroyd serves on the board of trustees at her alma mater, North Carolina A&T;State University, and is a member of the Questor Craig School of Business executive advisory board. She is a member of the USC College of Arts and Sciences' Advisory Board. Her active industry involvement gives her a unique understanding of the challenges faced by global workers and business owners alike. Her expertise on the subjects of workforce optimization and entrepreneurship has made her a much sought-after speaker. She is also the author of The Art of Work: How to Make Work, Work for You!, in which she distills over 30 years of experience into a work-life balance guide for individuals wishing to further their personal and professional success. Howroyd is married to Bernard Howroyd, and they have two children who attained their degrees from the University of Southern California.