Jorge Quezada is the Vice President of Inclusive Diversity at Granite Construction, one of the largest full-service general contractors, construction management firms, and construction materials producers in the U.S. Previously, Jorge held similar #DEI roles at Allstate Insurance, Kraft Foods Group, and Northwestern Mutual before joining Granite Construction. On this episode of the #StrategyandLeadership Podcast, Jorge joins us to discuss developing a beginner's mindset, the paradox's of DEI, ho...
Dec 08, 2021•32 min
David Nour is an Advisor, Educator, & Executive Coach, helping organizations recognize the many quantifiable ways that #BusinessRelationships drive everything. An Iranian immigrant who arrived in America with no English, David has been in business for 20 years now, having worked with executives from Cisco, Deloitte, Disney, Marriott, Microsoft, IBM, & more. On this episode, David joins us to discuss why relationships are extra important in business, why he's hard on performance and soft ...
Dec 06, 2021•29 min
Ellen Snee, EdD, is an Executive Coach to high potential & senior level women, a speaker, consultant, and the author of Lead: How Women in Charge Claim Their Authority. But before that, Ellen was a Catholic nun for 18 years. From there she went to Harvard University to complete grad school before eventually becoming a program director at the university. Then she made her way to Silicon Valley to be VP of a large software company. On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Elle...
Dec 01, 2021•30 min
David Giersdorf is a former senior executive in the global cruise & travel industry, including publicly-traded $1B+ brand portfolio and CEO of several iconic cruise, travel and marketing services brands. Now he help owners, boards, CEOs and leadership teams of diverse organizations on topics ranging from navigating disruption and recovery, growth, innovation, performance, and mergers & acquisitions. Learn more and get in touch here: https://www.globalvoyagesgroup.com/contact/ On this epi...
Nov 24, 2021•31 min
Amy Lynn Durham is a former corporate sales manager turned Executive Coach, helping leaders create magic at work by focusing on emotional & spiritual intelligence training. She's also the author of Create Magic at Work. On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Amy joins Anthony to discuss why employees leave, how leaders can #CreateMagicatWork, #ConnectingActivities for your team, and more. Be sure to connect with Amy on LinkedIn and learn more about her work and her book, C...
Nov 22, 2021•26 min
Grant Morgan is the Co-founder & CEO of R-Zero, a biosafety tech company delivering a higher standard of human health via safer indoor spaces. On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Grant joins us to discuss solving problems by starting with a need, the importance of failure, structuring a value stream, and more. // Learn more about strategic planning & implementation: ► Subscribe so you never miss a video: www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrp…ub_confirmation=1 ► Get free...
Nov 18, 2021•36 min
Peter Docker joins us to discuss how to lead from the jumpseat, the problem with having all the answers, nurturing a sense of belonging as a leader, and much more. Peter Docker is a former Royal Air Force senior officer and international negotiator for the UK Government. Now he's a keynote speaker and consultant working with the most senior levels in oil & gas, construction, mining, pharmaceuticals, banking, television, film, media, manufacturing and services. He's also an author of multiple...
Nov 15, 2021•31 min
Conrad Edwards joins us to discuss the #LeadershipPrinciples he's relied on to be successful in various roles, his advice for leaders, balancing #StrategicandTactical work, and much more. Conrad is the CEO of The Basement, a 14-year old integrated advertising agency based out of Indianapolis. Previously, Conrad held several CMO and consumer experience leadership positions. To learn more about The Basement, their work, and get in touch, visit their website: https://thebsmnt.com/ // Learn more abo...
Nov 10, 2021•25 min
Howard Tiersky joins us to discuss everything #DigitalTransformation: Different types and scopes of digital transformation, winning #DigitalCustomers, dealing with resistance to change, and much more. Howard Tiersky is the CEO of FROM - the digital transformation agency. FROM helps companies win with today’s customers who reserve their loyalty for brands that deliver elegant and convenient digitally-powered experiences. Previously, Howard worked at Capgemini & EY. Check out Howard's Wall Str...
Nov 04, 2021•43 min
Fernando Clemente joins us to discuss growing his marketing agency, #LeadershipPrinciples that have led to success, the #ValueofTransparency and more. Fernando Clemente is the owner/President of Mule Media Inc., a digital solutions agency that acts as a full-scale marketing department for companies in need of an entire or partial marketing team. His past professional experience includes real estate, business banking, and retail management. To learn more about Fernando's work and Mule Media, visi...
Nov 01, 2021•20 min
Sue Kruskopf joins us to discuss why #WorkplaceCulture has been so important for 30+ years of success, relying on using truth in advertising, the great resignation, and much more. Sue Kruskopf is the founder and long-time CEO of KC Truth, an advertising agency founded on cutting through the BS and getting to the truths about clients brands. She's also the founder of MyWonderfulLife.com, a free site where you can plan and personalize your own funeral. To learn more about Sue's agency, KC Truth an...
Oct 27, 2021•26 min
Kizzy Parks, PhD joins us to discuss everything government procurement - how to win government contracts (even if you never have), the human component to winning contracts, and much more. Kizzy Parks, PhD is the President of K. Parks Consulting, where she's won well over $60 million in government contracts. Recently, she started GovConWinners to help service-based small business owners learn how to win their own profitable government contracts. Learn more about Kizzy's company and programs for h...
Oct 20, 2021•29 min
Kyle Duford joins us to discuss investing in his team, creating #HumanConnection virtually, why it's hard to hire in 2021, and more. Kyle Duford is the Executive Creative Director and Agency Director of The Brand Leader, a creative branding agency specializing in strategy and design. He's also worked for brands like Nike and Dr Martens, and has managed several e-commerce teams. Learn more about The Brand Leader and the work the agency is doing: https://thebrandleader.com/ // Learn more about str...
Oct 14, 2021•27 min
Uwe Dockhorn joins us to share his own story, how he came about his anti-burnout system, and how he helps people improve their life and business. Uwe Dockhorn is a Lifestyle Liberator who brings results to high achievers & their Very Important Partners (VIPs) without burning out. He created The AIM-System™, a simple 3-step life-changing experience for In-Demand Professionals and their VIPs. Uwe's free webinar: Get Back Your Family Mojo, Double Your Financial Security, and Live In Abundance i...
Oct 12, 2021•30 min
FreshBooks Co-founder Mike McDerment joins us to tell the story of how FreshBooks was built out of the basement into a billion dollar company, including some of his leadership principles that got them to this point. Mike McDerment is the C-founder, Board Chair and former CEO of FreshBooks. FreshBooks is a cloud-based accounting software company that was recently valued at over $1 billion. Get a free trial of FreshBooks: https://www.freshbooks.com/ // Learn more about strategic planning & imp...
Oct 06, 2021•30 min
Daniel Stillman joins us to discuss the cost of bad conversations, the classic truth about meetings, how to have #ConversationsThatMatter, how to frame the real purpose of meetings & more. Daniel Stillman is an Executive Coach, Conversation Designer and Lead Facilitator at The Conversation Company. Daniel created the company to help organizations transform and have the vital conversations. #DesignThinking Be sure to check out Daniel's book, Good Talk: How to Design Conversations that Matter:...
Oct 04, 2021•35 min
Mark Herschberg joins us to discuss the #EssentialLeadershipSkills that weren't taught, gaps in the education system, creating a career plan, building #LeadershipCapacity, and more. Mark Herschberg has been an Instructor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for the past 20 years. A seasoned executive and cybersecurity expert, Mark bridges the divide between business and technology to start, grow, and fix startup companies. He's also helped two Fortune 500 companies with their inter...
Sep 29, 2021•33 min
Emil Dobrovolschi & Octavian Pantis join us to discuss their book, Dark Cockpit, leadership lessons from the aviation industry, the value of SOPs, leadership during chaos, & much more. Octavian Pantis is a trainer, speaker, author & entrepreneur in Romania. He co-founded the leadership development consultancy firm Qualians, and is Partner at an events company called Ecoxtrem. Emil Dobrovolschi is a commercial airline pilot of 27 years with the Romanian airline Tarom. Be sure to check...
Sep 22, 2021•36 min
Henry Daas is an Entrepreneurial Coach, Personal Finance Coach, and the author of FQ: Financial Intelligence, a 432 page book that explores every aspect of personal finance. He also offers a 20-week course where he teaches everything he knows about how to manage and grow your money, including uncovering the mindset that may be holding you back, creating a life-long financial plan, becoming skilled at managing your assets, and more. On this episode, Henry joins us to discuss how you can improve y...
Sep 15, 2021•28 min
Mehak Vohra is the founder and CEO of SkillBank, a online program focused on training the next generation of marketers. Cohorts are free upfront, and you only pay once you graduate, if have a job paying $40k or more. She's also a 2017 Thiel Fellowship Finalist, and the youngest ever San Francisco mayoral candidate. On this originally live podcast episode, Mehak joins Anthony to discuss how small businesses and non-profits can leverage marketing, specifically entry-level marketers, to grow in 202...
Sep 08, 2021•22 min
Melvin Gravely is the CEO of TriVersity Construction, a 100-person, $100 million construction company working with large, commercial customers. He's also the Founder & Chairman at the Institute for Entrepreneurial Thinking, LTD, and the author of Dear White Friend: The Realities of Race, the Power of Relationships and Our Path to Equity. On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Melvin joins our Managing Partner Anthony Taylor to discuss his new book, how to lead everyone in ...
Sep 01, 2021•34 min
John Rossman is the Managing Partner of Rossman Partners, where he gives keynotes, and advises leaders and boards on digital strategy and innovation. John is a former Amazon Director who helped launch and scale the Marketplace business, and also ran the Enterprise business. On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, John joins our Managing Partner Anthony Taylor for his second time on the show to discuss Amazon's leadership principles, becoming more customer centric, building your...
Aug 24, 2021•40 min
Micah Lorenc left his strategy job at a Fortune 100 company to start his own coaching business, where he focuses on team development, leadership, and Clifton's Strengths coaching. On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Micah and our Managing Partner Anthony Taylor meet to discuss how leaders can use the Clifton's Strengths tool, building a strong team around you, playing to your strengths, and more. // Learn more about strategic planning & implementation: ► Subscribe so yo...
Aug 11, 2021•34 min
On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Dan Faggella joins us to discuss why leaders should care about artificial intelligence, how to manage the change around AI, and the ROI of AI. Dan Faggella is the Head of Research and CEO of Emerj Artificial Intelligence Research, as well as a Fellow at the Institute for Ethics and Emerging Technologies. Before joining Emerj, Dan was a black belt Brazilian jiu-jitsu fighter who competed internationally. On this episode of the Strategy &am...
Aug 04, 2021•34 min
Amos Schwartzfarb has been building businesses since the 90's. Now, he's the Managing Director at Techstars, investing in early stage businesses and helping them find repeatability. He also sits on several boards, and is the best-selling co-author of LEVERS: The Framework For Building Repeatability into Your Business. On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Amos connects with our Managing Partner Anthony Taylor to discuss the difference between being metrics aware and metrics d...
Jul 28, 2021•32 min
Chris Cicchinelli is the CEO & President of Pure Romance, the world’s largest in-home/virtual party company specializing in intimacy and sexual health. On his twenty year journey with the company, he grew the business from $3 million to $350 million in revenue. In 2018, Chris founded the Living with Change Foundation to help transgender youth and their families. He's also the author of the secret is YOU: How I Empowered 250,000 Women to Find Their Passion and Change Their Lives. On this epis...
Jul 21, 2021•29 min
Cameron Herold in the Canadian born founder of COO Alliance. He was instrumental in building 1-800-GOT-JUNK? into a $100 million business, and also helped build several other companies including North America's largest collision repair company, the largest residential house painting company in the world, and a currency company he sold for $64 million. Since leaving 1-800-GOT-JUNK? 14 years ago, he's been coaching companies all over the world, and speaking in 26 countries. He's also authored 5 bo...
Jul 14, 2021•32 min
Jazz Pabla is the CIO and Director of Information Services for the City of Kelowna. Being in IT, he focuses most of his time on securing digital assets, and key city services and systems like water. Formerly, Jazz was a Customer Experience Manager at the University of Saskatchewan, and a Technology Integration Manager for the City of Saskatoon. On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Jazz joins us to discuss digital transformation in action, cybersecurity, the complexity of loc...
Jul 07, 2021•37 min
Andrew Freedman is the Managing Partner of SHIFT Consulting, where he helps leaders think differently about employee engagement and performance. Since the dawn of his career, Andrew's aim has been to help and teams get better in one way or another. He's also an Affiliate Professor of Strategy & Leadership at the University of Baltimore, and he's got a new book out called Thrive: The Leader's Guide to Building a High-Performance Culture. On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcas...
Jun 30, 2021•30 min
Peter J. Scott is an IT specialist and futurist who worked for NASA for over 30 years. Now, he's a coach and the author of Crisis of Control: How Artificial SuperIntelligences May Destroy or Save the Human Race, and the host of Artificial Intelligence and You, a podcast that seeks to communicate the intricacies of both the challenges and opportunities of artificial superintelligences in away that non-experts can grasp. On this episode, Peter joins us to discuss the future of AI in the workforce,...
Jun 24, 2021•38 min
