In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Claire Croft & Phil Lewis about the power of people-centric change in today's business landscape. In the realm of business transformation, Corporate Punk stands apart. Co-founded by Phil and Claire, this dynamic duo brings a refreshing approach to organizational evolution. Claire, an advocate for unlocking human potential, believes that true success emerges when each individual's talents are harnessed and magnified. Her strategic a...
Oct 31, 2024•29 min•Ep. 226
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with with Jonathan Bennett about navigating the emotional journey of a merger or acquisition of your company. Jonathan Bennett, ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/bennettjonathan/ ) provides sought-after leadership coaching and strategic counsel to CEOs, executive teams, politicians, and boards of directors across Canada. With experience in urban, rural, remote, and First Nations communities, Jonathan’s expertise is in social purpose business st...
Oct 30, 2024•26 min•Ep. 227
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Tim Calise about the role of human capital leadership in organizational success. Tim Calise ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/tcalise/ ), a versatile entrepreneur, finance expert, and podcast host, founded successful tech fitness ventures and raised $325mm for his first hedge fund by age 25. He co-developed ALAN, an AI-driven SaaS platform, achieving remarkable growth from $0 to $20M ARR in 6 months. Currently, he is the co-creator with mu...
Oct 29, 2024•20 min•Ep. 225
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Dr. Andrea Hollingsworth about "radical self-compassion" and why it is important in leadership. Dr. Andrea Hollingsworth ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-hollingsworth-ph-d-0644058b/ ) is Founder and CEO of Hollingsworth Consulting, author of the bestselling book The Compassion Advantage: How Top Leaders Build More Humanizing Workplaces (2024), and a leading global expert on compassion and self-compassion in life and leadership. Ch...
Oct 25, 2024•24 min•Ep. 243
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with David Wentworth about the disconnect between employers and their frontline workforce. David Wentworth ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmwentworth) is vice president of learning and talent development platform evangelist at Schoox. Wentworth brings more than a decade of knowledge to the company, including a deep understanding of the workplace technology industry, with an emphasis on learning and development (L&D). Prior to Schoox,...
Oct 25, 2024•23 min•Ep. 237
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Divya Ghatak about the viability of hybrid work models and leadership approaches to sustain operational efficiency and team morale. Divya Ghatak ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/divya-ghatak-45b55a1/ )is the Chief People Officer of SentinelOne, leading the organization’s People, Talent, Foundation, and Workplace functions. She has enabled the company’s hypergrowth and expansion plans while strengthening an amazing company culture through ...
Oct 24, 2024•23 min•Ep. 221
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Daniel Oppong about the greatest challenges and obstacles to creating lasting DEI change in the workplace. Daniel Oppong ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-oppong/ ) is the Founder of The Courage Collective, a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Consultancy that takes a strategic, holistic and human centered approach to DEI work. He is also the Founder of Boundless, a platform designed to create access for Black & Brown folks pursuin...
Oct 23, 2024•23 min•Ep. 220
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Amy Gilliland about how companies can be the solution to the loneliness epidemic. Amy Gilliland ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-gilliland-gdit/ ) is president of General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), a business unit of General Dynamics Corporation. GDIT is a $8.5B global technology enterprise with operations in 30 countries worldwide and 30,000 technologists and services professionals delivering critical mission capabilitie...
Oct 22, 2024•24 min•Ep. 219
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jose Berlanga about wins, losses, and the raw truth about business growth. At only four years old, Jose Berlanga found himself at death’s door following a devastating accident that left his body covered in third-degree burns. Determined not to let tragedies solely define his life story, Jose set out to make a name for himself. Jose has achieved multimillionaire status four distinct times, in four separate industries: an import/export c...
Oct 21, 2024•26 min•Ep. 228
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Mosongo Moukwa about the importance of small moments that build confidence. Over his thirty-year career in senior leadership positions in R & D and operations with global companies, Mosongo Moukwa ( linkedin.com/in/mosongomoukwa ), PhD, MBA, has helped solve the world’s most important innovation challenges. His transformational leadership style has left a legacy of increased profitability and growth at some of the world’s top brand...
Oct 17, 2024•30 min•Ep. 218
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Rich Russakoff about why CEOs burn out and self sabotage. Rich Russakoff ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/richrussakoff/) is an internationally acclaimed business coach, speaker, author, and serial entrepreneur. As President and CEO of ‘Coach to The Best’, Rich guides CEOs and entrepreneurs throughout the world. Rich is always in demand as a speaker, and has spoken at INC Magazine Conferences, the Fortune Growth Summit, The International ...
Oct 16, 2024•27 min•Ep. 217
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Ginine Capozzi about Establishing ROTI™ (Return on Talent Investment). Ginine Capozzi ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/gininecapozzi/ ) is an L&D Consultant, Professional CoActive Coach, and Owner of KnowledgeForce Consulting. Ginine has made it her mission to revolutionize training solutions to power people and businesses. She is a hands-on leader, well-versed in the science of adult learning and change management, with expertise in ...
Oct 15, 2024•29 min•Ep. 212
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Luke Peters about strategies for hiring and nurturing top talent to create a dynamic team culture. Luke Peters ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke--peters/) is an accomplished entrepreneur and the former CEO of NewAir, a company he founded in 2001 and grew from a garage startup to a thriving business with over $600 million in cumulative sales. His journey began in Fountain Valley, California, where he learned the value of hard work whil...
Oct 14, 2024•25 min•Ep. 222
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Cathy Wassenaar and David Berkal about the impact of acquisitions on company culture. Cathy Wassenaar ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathy-wassenaar-9622908b/ ) CEO of NCT | CaseWorks Software David Berkal ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidberkal/?originalSubdomain=ca) is the CEO of Banyan Software. He is an entrepreneur with experience in operations, M&A, strategy, sales and marketing. His passion for technology and working with s...
Oct 10, 2024•26 min•Ep. 211
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Casey Freeman about the challenges the Gen Z workforce is currently facing. Casey Freeman ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/casey-freeman-/ ) is Global Sr. Director of Talent Management at WalkMe where she is responsible for the overarching employee lifecycle. Casey’s main focus is on organizational development, succession planning, leadership development, high potentials, and executive coaching. Prior to joining WalkMe, Casey was Sr. Mana...
Oct 09, 2024•21 min•Ep. 215
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Maria Kellis about aligning your career with your personal values. Maria Kellis ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariakellis) is a celebrated strategist, mentor, and business consultant, blending technology and spirituality to help individuals and organizations realize their full potential. With a background in both tech startups and spiritual healing, Maria has forged a unique perspective on merging both worlds, empowering individuals to...
Oct 08, 2024•32 min•Ep. 213
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Karen Ball about the Prosci ADKAR model of change management. Karen Ball ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenball26/ ) is a dynamic and collaborative organizational leader, instructor, and client advisor. She thrives on engaging and energizing individuals in diverse learning environments. She discovered her passion for the discipline of change management in 2006 when she was first introduced to the Prosci ADKAR® Model and knew immediate...
Oct 07, 2024•26 min•Ep. 223
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Christopher Morrison about four core dimensions of team interaction: communicating, processing, deciding, and executing. Christopher Morrison is the Co-Founder and CEO of TeamDynamics ( www.teamdynamics.io ), a pioneering platform designed to enhance modern team collaboration through advanced personality assessments. Under Christopher's leadership, TeamDynamics has emerged as a key tool for optimizing team dynamics and improving workpl...
Oct 04, 2024•27 min•Ep. 231
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jonathan Hunt Glassman and Joshua Lee about digital health innovations in addiction treatment. Jonathan Hunt Glassman - A healthcare entrepreneur and CEO of Oar Health, an addiction recovery platform that is revolutionizing the way people approach Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) treatment. With over 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry, including strategic leadership roles at Humana, Optum, and Bain & Company, Jonathan comb...
Oct 03, 2024•27 min•Ep. 210
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Ray Grady about best practices in scaling your freelance and contract workforces. Ray Grady, the CEO of Worksuite, brings over 20 years of experience in scaling high-growth B2B organizations, leading the company in designing and executing Worksuite’s vision, strategic growth plans, and company operations. Prior to joining Worksuite, Ray held several executive positions including CEO of Conexiom and SVP, COO, and GM of B2B Commerce at S...
Oct 02, 2024•27 min•Ep. 208
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Scott Clancy about leadership development, talent management, and taking care of your team. Major General (ret) Clancy ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-clancy-leader-author-speaker-mentor-coach-3901115a/ ) served in multiple squadrons of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) in the Canadian Armed Forces as a tactical helicopter pilot. As a Director General on the RCAF staff his responsibilities included all personnel, operations, logi...
Oct 01, 2024•27 min•Ep. 204
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Simon T. Bailey about discovering your purpose through resilience in leadership. Simon T. Bailey is the world’s leading expert in Brilliance. His groundbreaking research, State of Working America Report Thriving in Resilience and Brilliance, solidifies his insights in his 11th book, Resilience@Work: How to Coach Yourself Into a Thriving Future . With Disney Institute as his launchpad, he’s left an indelible mark on 2,400 plus organizat...
Sep 30, 2024•24 min•Ep. 224
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Brian Peckrill about ethical leadership in America. Brian Peckrill is executive director of the William G. McGowan Charitable Fund, leading all operations of the Fund. He previously served as the fellows program director, where he was responsible for the design and implementation of this forward-thinking, ethics-focused experience for top MBA students, as well as fostering an active and engaged alumni community of young business leader...
Sep 26, 2024•27 min•Ep. 191
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Darwin Shurig about nurturing trust and collaboration and the practical steps we can take to establish a psychologically safe team environment. Darwin Shurig ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/darwin-shurig-73258310/ ) is a seasoned entrepreneur and talent management expert, with a proven track record of delivering strategic value to medical device, lifescience, and pharma companies. He founded Shurig Solutions, Inc. in 2015 and is responsi...
Sep 25, 2024•29 min•Ep. 205
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Damon Lembi about the intersection of leadership and lifelong learning. Damon Lembi ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/damonlembi/) is a 2x bestselling author, the host of The Learn-It-All Podcast, and CEO of Learnit – a live learning platform that has upskilled over 2 million people. Drawing from his prior baseball career, Damon brings an athlete’s perspective to leadership. Through his journey, he has gained invaluable insights into what ...
Sep 24, 2024•26 min•Ep. 209
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with David Sinkinson about the psychology of being a startup founder. David Sinkinson is a proven SaaS entrepreneur. David was the Co-Founder and CEO of AppArmor, the bootstrapped public safety software startup he led with his brother, Chris. AppArmor was purchased by Rave Mobile Safety in February of 2022 for $40 Million. Later in 2022, both Rave Mobile Safety and AppArmor were acquired by Motorola Solutions for $560 million. Now Dave has ...
Sep 23, 2024•28 min•Ep. 216
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Mike Kuczkowski about the most crucial leadership skills for the next decade. Mike Kuczkowski (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-kuczkowski-8041581/) is the founder and CEO of Orangefiery, a strategy consulting and communications firm. With 30 years of experience in journalism, politics, public relations and management consulting, Mike believes in the power of integrating strategy and communications to drive success. He is passionate ab...
Sep 19, 2024•29 min•Ep. 206
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover and Dr. Angela Schill talks with Thomas Ng about empowering marginalized communities. Thomas Ng is the founder of Genashtim, a for-profit social enterprise that aims to empower marginalized communities, through specialization in eLearning, Digitalization, and ESG services. His remarkable journey began in 2008 when he embarked on a mission to provide meaningful employment opportunities for the disadvantaged. Through Genashtim, he has empowered ind...
Sep 18, 2024•42 min•Ep. 161
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Daniel Todd about fostering thriving company cultures. Daniel Todd is the CEO and Founder of Influence Mobile, a company that builds products that reward people for everyday activities, so everyone can live a Rewarded Life™. With over 25 years of experience in the online media and advertising industry, he has a proven track record of creating and scaling innovative and successful businesses, as well as cultivating a culture of excellen...
Sep 17, 2024•24 min•Ep. 179
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Shirley Engelmeier about building inclusive cultures to drive business success. Shirley Engelmeier ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/shirleyengelmeier/ ), founder of InclusionINC, has been a pioneer in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) for over 25 years. Since 2001, Shirley has guided Fortune 500 companies and emerging organizations in developing and implementing DEI initiatives that enhance employee engagement, productivity, and inno...
Sep 12, 2024•26 min•Ep. 207
