Best Luna Maldonado Podcasts (2024)

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Toy CEO's SUCCESS Secret - CEO Willie Wilkov of Haba Family Group and Bella Luna Toys 32:59

13h ago32:59

32:59

"The highlight of your clients' week may be their time with you - be memorable." Willie Wilkov, CEO of Haba Family Group and Bella Luna Toys, as he reveals his journey through the competitive world of toys and the art of making a lasting impact. From pitching a memorable toy line for Disney & Pixar’s Inside Out to Legendary Leader John Lasseter to …

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Opportunity Leader - President Lance Vaught, Penn Station East Coast Subs 38:25

9d ago38:25

38:25

Opportunity Leader Lance Vaught, President of Penn Station East Coast Subs, turned a potential crisis into a remarkable opportunity during the pandemic, propelling his company to record-high growth. Also his journey from intern to CEO is inspiring...and a masterclass in leadership, resilience, and the power of a proactive mindset. At the heart of L…

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The "Love All, Serve All" Leader - Hardrock Resort and Casino Atlantic City President, George Goldhoff 31:06

11d ago31:06

31:06

🌟 The "Love All" Leader George Goldhoff, President of Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City, shares his remarkable journey from dishwasher to CEO. His story embodies the essence of the "Love All, Serve All" philosophy that underpins Hard Rock. This guiding principle has become the foundation of leading with heart and purpose in the ever-evolv…

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Power Positive Mindset: CEO Paysafe, Bruce Lowthers' Inspiring Story 28:16

17d ago28:16

28:16

Power Positive Mindset Bruce Lowthers, CEO of Paysafe Group, shares his remarkable journey from a stage four cancer diagnosis to profound personal and professional growth. What if you faced life’s ultimate challenge? Well for Bruce, this experience ignited the power of a positive mindset—not just for himself, but as a beacon for those around him. I…

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Success Accelerator - Chomps CEO's and Co-Founders, Pete Maldonado and Rashid Ali 35:42

19d ago35:42

35:42

Success Accelerators Pete Maldonado and Rashid Ali, Chomps' dynamic Co-Founders and Co-CEOs, share the strategy they used to accelerate the success of their entire organization. In just over a decade, they’ve turned a modest $6,500 investment into "Chomps"—the fastest-growing food brand in the entire consumer landscape—projecting over $500 million …

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The Leadership Factor - Angie Hicks from Angi (fomerly Angie's List) 36:02

25d ago36:02

36:02

The Leadership Factor Angie Hicks, "The Angie" of Angie’s List which is now Angi.....shares the factor behind her and her incredible organization's success. In our heartfelt conversation, she shares her amazing career journey from starting a small business to becoming a national brand. No matter if you're an entrepreneur starting a business or a se…

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The Massage Leader's Edge - Founder and CEO, Shane Evans 38:29

1M ago38:29

38:29

The Massage Leader's Edge Shane Evans is the Co-Founder and CEO of Massage Heights, a leading massage and wellness franchise with more than 135 Retreat locations across the U.S. and Canada. After experiencing back pain at age 19, she was only able to find relief through massage therapy but found it costly. This sparked a mission that would lead to …

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The "Pawsitive" Turnound - Pet Supplies Plus CEO, Chris Rowland 39:10

1M ago39:10

39:10

The 'Pawsitive' Turnaround: Chris Rowland’s Leadership Revolution Meet Chris Rowland, the visionary CEO of Pet Supplies Plus, the leading pet retail franchise with over 730 locations across the U.S. and its sister brand Wag N’ Wash. Chris didn’t just lead a turnaround—he redefined what it means to run a powerhouse brand in the pet industry. With a …

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The Whiskey Secret- Uncle Nearest CEO & Founder, Fawn Weaver 43:57

2M ago43:57

43:57

The Whiskey Secret Fawn Weaver, visionary CEO and founder of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, has made history by creating the fastest-growing American whiskey brand ever. She stands among a rare group—one of only five African American women to lead a $1B+ company in U.S. history. But Fawn's journey is about more than building a business... ...it’s a…

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28 Million People by Train - Amtrak's CHRO, Robert Grasty 41:35

2M ago41:35

41:35

Moving 28 Million People by Train. Robert Grasty, Amtrak’s EVP and CHRO, is driving the transformation of a dynamic workforce, essential to keeping millions of passengers moving across the country every day. With a clear focus on shared purpose, innovation, and operational excellence, you'll hear his strategy for reshaping Amtrak’s growing organiza…

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The President's Time Secret - theSkimm's Anthony Viglietti 37:37

2M ago37:37

37:37

The President’s Time Secret Anthony Viglietti, President at theSkimm, dives into a game-changing approach to leadership that can immediately elevate your effectiveness His strategy led to incredible revenue growth... 100%+at theSkimm A massive leap from $60M to $400M at Univision. 200% growth at BET Digital. What You’ll Discover in this Episode: ✅ …

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Savannah Bananas, Jesse Cole - The Vision Spark 29:09

2M ago29:09

29:09

The Vision Spark Jesse Cole, founder and owner of the Savannah Bananas. has unlocked a trailblazing approach that sparks creativity and inspires a whole new way of thinking—not just in sports, but in life. His relentless drive to innovate could reshape how we tackle the world’s toughest challenges. Imagine if we all approached problems with this ki…

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The Bow WOW Leader - CEO Jason Parker of K9 Resorts Pet Hotel 27:26

2M ago27:26

27:26

The WOW Leader! Jason Parker, Co-Founder of K9 Resorts and CEO of K9 Resorts Franchising, shares his remarkable journey of becoming one of the youngest entrepreneurs in the franchising world. At just 12 years old, he and his brother identified a need — and they never looked back and continue to generate "WOW" experiences for their customers (which …

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Leadership By ALL - Chief Strategy Officer, ENT and Allergy Associates, David Zeman 32:30

2M ago32:30

32:30

Leadership by All David Zeman is Chief Strategy Officer at ENT and Allergy Associates... THE Nation’s Largest ENT, Allergy & Audiology Practice. He shares the incredible story of a hospital system that was struggling. Everything was chaotic until one leader introduced a simple but powerful mantra that changed everything. It united the staff work an…

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A Remarkable Rise to CEO - A Place for Mom, Tatyana Zlotsky 39:54

2M ago39:54

39:54

A Remarkable Rise to CEO Get inspired by the extraordinary journey of Tatyana Zlotsky, the CEO of A Place for Mom....the leading senior care advisory service in North America Tatyana's story is a powerful lesson in resilience, adaptability and leadership. When she and her family arrived in the US as refugees, she faced many tough obstacles. Despite…

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The Accountability CEO - Scott Wine 23:15

3M ago23:15

23:15

The Accountability CEO Scott Wine, has 16 years as CEO and top executive at major public companies like CNH, Polaris, UTC Fire and Security, Danaher, and Honeywell. He shares his proven approach for instilling accountability across organizations and teams at all levels. Just wait until you hear how this one strategy... ...delivered REMARKABLE resul…

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The Groove Leader - Aaron Nursey, Direct Components CEO & Founder 31:04

3M ago31:04

31:04

The Groove Leader Aaron Nursey, Founder and CEO of Direct Components, reveals how his DJ'ing for the team infuses the workplace with an electrifying energy. This vibrant approach not only boosts morale but also sparks outstanding performance, making the 26-year-old company a standout hub of creativity and enthusiasm in its industry. ---- Direct Com…

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Food Fight! - CMO of GroundTruth, Brandon Rhoten 39:35

3M ago39:35

39:35

Food Fight! Join Brandon Rhoten, Chief Marketing Officer at GroundTruth, as he shares his most compelling stories and lessons from the world of bold, snarky marketing. You'll discover how he revolutionized Wendy's brand with viral Twitter feuds, turning the fast-food giant into a social media powerhouse. You'll also get an insider’s look at the cre…

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The CAULIPOWER Founder - Gail Becker 32:13

3M ago32:13

32:13

The CAULIPOWER Founder, Gail Becker ... ...took a bold leap of faith. She traded an illustrious corporate career and went ALL In on a singular vegetable. Driven by a moment of profound inspiration, she forged a groundbreaking category in the "better-for-you" frozen food industry. Under her leadership, CAULIPOWER skyrocketed to over $100 million in …

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NO FAIL Leadership - COO Garry Schwartz of Mission Technologies 34:13

3M ago34:13

34:13

No Fail Leadership Garry Schwartz, COO of Mission Technologies, is a Marine Officer Veteran and has seen his fair share of high-pressure situations. AND in this interview you'll hear how he navigated one this toughest beyond the battlefield.. ...when a leadership shakeup challenged the organization, Garry knew he had to take a risk. Facing an uncer…

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Million Dollar Klicks - Chief Transformation Officer at Klick, Ryan Slipakoff 37:25

3M ago37:25

37:25

Million Dollar Klicks Ryan Slipakoff, Chief Transformation Officer at Klick, the incredible story of how his company awarded $1,000,000 to motivate team members to leverage Ai. The results were powerful... ...innovation accelerated. ...productivity sky rocketed. ...customers and industries were transformed. While some leaders consider Ai a "headcou…

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The Breakthrough Leader - COO MycoWorks, Doug Hardesty 23:03

3M ago23:03

23:03

The Breakthrough Leader Doug Hardesty, COO at MycoWorks, shares where leaders can consistently source the best ideas for their teams and companies. You'll hear the story behind his strong track record of success and innovation, leading a biotech company that is growing an incredible new category of materials from mycelium–the root structure of MUSH…

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240 Miles of Discomfort- Jonathan Edwards, CEO Americas at iC Consult 23:29

3M ago23:29

23:29

240 Miles of Discomfort Jonathan Edwards. CEO - Americas at iC Consult, shares the unexpected lesson he uncovered through grit and endurance. This distance is like running 9 marathons consecutively and let's just the say there is a lot of learn about leadership of yourself and others when you put yourself through this kind of extreme conditions. Hi…

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The Viral CEO - First Orion's Joseph Stinziano 25:31

3M ago25:31

25:31

The Viral CEO Joseph Stinziano, President and CEO of First Orion, recounts the daunting moment in his career that transformed a crisis into a monumental success for both him and his organization. It involves Mark Cuban, legendary filmmaker Michael Bay, and a disastrous viral video. However, what emerged from this chaos was extraordinary. This demon…

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The North Star Negotiable - President & COO Pavlos Pavlidis of Medix Infusion 28:39

4M ago28:39

28:39

The North Star Negotiable Pavlos Pavlidis, President & Chief Operating Officer Medix Infusion, shares the secret behind his leadership success. Many leaders and their teams rush into making change then risk confusion, wasted resources, and decreased morale. But when you clarify your absolutes you provide a leadership "North Star" that helps guide y…

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24/7 Media Titan - President of Fairchild, Amanda Smith 32:22

4M ago32:22

32:22

24/7 Media Titan Amanda Smith, President of Fairchild, has led at giants like the WSJ, NYT, and VOGUE. Now she's at the helm of Fairchild… the oldest and largest source of fashion news and analysis for industry leaders, and the global fashion industry. Their brands include WWD, Beauty Inc, Footwear News Sourcing Journal and Rivet. She unveils the p…

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Team-First Leadership - UnCruise VP Operations, Kirsty Bozlee 37:44

4M ago37:44

37:44

Ever been on an executive cruise? This episode is brought to you by UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising that connects guests with nature and wildlife while exploring some of the most remote and scenic destinations on the West Coast of the Americas including Alaska, Baja, and Hawaii. Get the latest deals benleads.com/cruise ------ Team-First Lea…

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Barrier Breaker - CEO Delta Dental, Sarah Chavarría 42:05

4M ago42:05

42:05

Barrier Breaker Sarah Chavarría, first female CEO in Delta Dental of California and Affiliates' 68-year history, is spearheading a major transformation from a traditional dental insurance company to an innovative healthcare organization centered on oral health. With extensive executive leadership experience, Sarah has identified a critical obstacle…

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Mentorship Power - CEO of Route, Michael Yamartino 29:34

4M ago29:34

29:34

Mentorship Power Michael Yamartino, CEO of Route, shares an INCREDIBLE strategy to work with a top mentor! Out of hundreds of interviews on Lead the Team, having at least one helpful mentor is an absolute common success factor. They inspire and accelerate your success. And you need to hear Michael's perspective here and the stories of how he quickl…

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Grow Your Next Gen Leaders - Tom Mertz, COO at T5 Data Centers 29:04

4M ago29:04

29:04

Grow Your Next Gen Leaders Tom Mertz, COO of T5 Data Centers. shares his strategy for cultivating talent, fostering mentorship, and building a resilient leadership pipeline. Next Generation leaders are pivotal for your organization's future, offering fresh perspectives, challenging the status quo, and offering ideas on emerging technologies. With D…

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Discomfort Power - Fortrea President and CCO Drayton Virkler 37:09

4M ago37:09

37:09

Discomfort Power. Drayton Virkler, President and Chief Commercial Officer at Fortrea, shares his guiding mantra that's led to ground breaking initiatives and results in his 23 years in the life sciences industry from the US to Singapore. This leadership philosophy pushes boundaries and drives innovation and excellence. Just wait until you hear the …

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Monumental Results - CHRO Vision Technologies, Joe Quinn 45:49

5M ago45:49

45:49

Monumental Results! Joe Quinn, CHRO at Vision Technologies, reveals his top strategy for achieving extraordinary success in both his personal and professional life. A passionate life-long learner, Joe's journey is nothing short of inspiring. His first appearance on Lead the Team was packed with invaluable tips, practical gadgets, and a contagious e…

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The Simplicity Secret - CTO, Joe Conley of Triology 31:09

5M ago31:09

31:09

The Simplicity Secret Joe Conley, CTO at Trilogy, shares the guiding principle that transformed his leadership style and accelerated remarkable outcomes. Now simplification has become the North Star of his career. The alternatives are traps... ..."Shiny-object syndrome" that damages performance when you and your team get distracted. ...complication…

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The Guardrails Came Off! Leading in the Age of AI - COO Tucows, Michael Koenig 41:35

5M ago41:35

41:35

The Guardrails Came Off!!! Michael Koenig, COO of Tucows, shares his strategy for leading his organization in a time where are limitless opportunities AND endless risks. The "guardrails" of AI haven't been established, so EVERY team in EVERY industry must have the framework for focus, progress, and execution. That's where Michael's message comes in…

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Do You Logically PIP? - CEO Logically, Josh Skeens 34:33

5M ago34:33

34:33

Do You Logically PIP? Joshua Skeens, CEO at Logically, shares the powerful question that saved an employee from being fired and then completely turned their performance around. We all need a question like that. As leaders it's easy to get caught up in the “telling” BUT miss the opportunity of the “asking”. Josh’s story is enough to inspire you and …

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Live-Fire Leadership - Dave Barbuto, CEO at uBreakiFix by Asurion 30:29

5M ago30:29

30:29

Live-Fire Leadership Dave Barbuto, CEO at uBreakiFix by Asurion, shares his incredible journey from Combat Veteran to CEO. In one humbling military exercise, his entire leadership perspective was forged. Now he uses this lesson to inspire leaders across their 700 stores serving millions of customers. He's never forgotten it, and you won't either. -…

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The Go-Giver! - Bob Burg, One Million Books Sold 31:46

5M ago31:46

31:46

His book impacted me and million of others... Bob Burg's message is powerful, and he shares it in a way that you'll never forget...a compelling fable. The first time I listened to The Go Giver, it shifted my thinking about life, business, and leadership. Now it's become a foundational book for me. Don't miss our conversation where Bob reveals key s…

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AI Human Super Power - Scrum.org CEO and Product Owner, Dave West 40:22

5M ago40:22

40:22

AI Human Super Power Dave West, Scrum.org CEO and Product Owner, reveals THE biggest strength one can develop in a world fueled by AI...and shares three powerful ways to develop it now. As society embraces AI-driven solutions across every facet of life, it's TRUST that becomes the critical linchpin in our collective future. In the rapid march towar…

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Unlock Your Team's Performance - CFO of Igenico, Ty van der Wees 26:38

5M ago26:38

26:38

Unlock Team Performance Ty van der Wees, CFO at Ingenico, shares his personal strategy for translating strategy into performance. He's relied upon it to accelerate performance as an executive in four different countries and cultures...and now you get it first hand. Without it he says "the value just stays in the powerpoint" and never translates to …

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How to Ignite Confidence in Your Team - CEO Duck Donuts, Betsy Hamm 28:23

6M ago28:23

28:23

The Carnivorous Donut Betsy Hamm is the visionary CEO of Duck Donuts, one of the fast-growing international franchise brands in the world known for warm, delicious and made-to-order donuts. She knows her customers so well she was even able to guess the very donut I ate that morning with my daughter within 5 minutes of meeting me. Maple Bacon… And w…

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Entrepreneurial Equity - CSO Scott Kinka of Bridgepointe Technologies 32:31

6M ago32:31

32:31

Entrepreneurial Equity... Scott Kinka, Chief Strategy Officer of Bridgepointe Technologies, has been an entrepreneur in EVERY job he's been in... and it's literally paid off... ...as he was also a founding partner and CTO of Cloud Services Innovator and Evolve IP, which exited to Private Equity in 2017. Now he brings that magic and mindset to his c…

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Million Dollar Leadership Lesson - CFO Phenom, Davinder Athwal 26:48

6M ago26:48

26:48

Million Dollar Leadership Lesson. Davinder Athwal, CFO of Phenom, shares a costly mistake he made early in his career which reshaped his entire approach to leadership. You'll find how a seemingly insignificant decision led to an unfortunate chain of events. And... ...💡often the biggest mistake can lead to the most profound learning. He used the ins…

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The CEO's Inspiration - Belimed Co-CEO, Dustin Dzwonkowski 28:32

6M ago28:32

28:32

The CEO's Inspiration Dustin Dzwonkowski, Belimed Co-CEO and CCO, shares the hardship he faced early in life that ultimately fueled his motivation and accelerated his success. His personal story is powerful. What he learned shaped his leadership approach and propelled his rapid ascent over 8 years from Account Executive to C-Suite. If you're facing…

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"The Force" Saving the World - TAE CMO, Jim McNiel 41:32

6M ago41:32

41:32

"The Force" Saving the World. Jim McNiel, Global CMO at TAE Technologies, shares his incredible journey from Lucasfilm to leading a company on the cusp of delivering commercial fusion power capable of sustaining the planet for thousands of years. This is an entirely new take on using "The Force" for you and your team! His company’s pioneering work …

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The King's Healthcare - CEO and Founder, Get Well Network, Michael O’Neil 32:17

6M ago32:17

32:17

The King's Healthcare Michael O’Neil, CEO and Founder of Get Well Network, shares his challenging personal experience with cancer and how it inspired an incredible mission to revolutionise the patient hospital experience. You see he believes with their technology and process, every patient can get the same VIP experience that's normally reserved fo…

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Accelerated Mental Edge - Guy Melamed is CFO & COO for Varonis Systems 37:40

6M ago37:40

37:40

Accelerate your Mental Edge. Guy Melamed, CFO & COO at Varonis Systems Inc, shares his secret for getting sharper, faster, and smarter. He discovered it during his days of playing Major League Soccer, and now he's converted it to the C-Suite to boost results for the entire organization including... ...achieving a 5-year transition plan in just 5 qu…

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The Ironman of Strategy - CMO at WinWire, Joe King 35:50

6M ago35:50

35:50

The Ironman of Strategy Joe King, CMO at WinWire, shares the incredible leadership lesson from completing more than 30 marathons, 3 Ironman races, and hundreds of half marathons and 70.3 Ironman races. He distills the endurance, perseverance, and strategic thinking from his extensive athletic endeavors into actionable leadership principles. Get rea…

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For the Demoralized: COO at EasyVista Evan Carlson 20:59

6M ago20:59

20:59

For the Demoralized: Evan Carlson, COO at EasyVista, shares his incredible story of a challenge that tested his entire organization and what they learned that ultimately inspired their success. Change can reveal weakness and even destroy… …it can also represent OPPORTUNITY for growth, innovation, and unity. There is ALWAYS more change coming. Have …

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The President's 1.8 Million Swim Lessons - British Swim School President, Ashley Gundlach 33:17

6M ago33:17

33:17

The President's 1.8 Million Swim Lessons. Ashley Gundlach, President of British Swim School, shares the powerful strategy that's propelled her school to deliver an astonishing 1.8 million swim lessons annually. It's made her team and entire organization an unstoppable positive force. Swim lessons, of course, aren't just numbers, but life-saving opp…

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The Corporate Juggernaut - President of Creative Group, Janet Traphagen 28:02

6M ago28:02

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Corporate Juggernaut... Janet Traphagen, President of Creative Group, Inc. is a trailblazing force of corporate events. She shares three strategies for leading and creating unforgettable moments for your team and customers. With over three decades of honing her craft alongside global corporate powerhouses, Janet's expertise is unparalleled in the i…

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