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You're in the right place if you're interested in meeting executives and exploring the uncomfortable leadership moments they've faced at every stage of the business life cycle and at each stage of their career. We discuss how they navigated those moments and the lessons they've learned. Their stories and experience are informative, inspiring and filled with practical advice. It's Time To Take Control and Calmly Manage The Cycle of Uncomfortable Leadership Moments.
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The Growth Whisperers are Brad Giles and Kevin Lawrence, two advisors to mid-market businesses, one Australian, one Canadian, who each work with CEOs and Leadership Teams across the world with a mission to build enduring, great companies. Each weekly episode covers interesting situations and questions from the world of strategic planning, leadership development, talent and hiring in high growth entrepreneurial companies where real results matter.
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CEOs are in the business of making decisions. And it's the outcome of those decisions that define their success. A Life of Climb: The CEO’s Journey is a business and leadership podcast by CEOs for CEOs. High-integrity business leaders share how they've overcome some of the most difficult challenges of their careers while growing their businesses and actively supporting their families and communities. Vistage CEO Sam Reese connects with executive coaches for the 10,000-foot view of the leader ...
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On this show we'll talk about tech - software engineering, data science, artificial intelligence, machine learning - government contracting, the business of business, money, and what really drives us.
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Les Deck and guests discuss entrepreneurship.
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The Strategic Growth Podcast features expert insights, interviews with thought leaders & business plan triage for entrepreneurs, funders & decision-makers.
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Welcome to my Leadership Podcast, Grounded Toward Growth. I work with amazing leaders in the Baltimore, MD area, and I firmly believe that growth, both personally and professionally, begins with grounded, foundational balance.
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True to our focus on the entire landscape of workplace culture, The CoreBuild Podcast helps organizations attract and keep the right employees, create an environment where everyone can thrive, bring people together to be more effective and productive, and grow by developing more positive customer relationships.
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Meet the CEO Brand Whisperer, Brett Schklar. Brett Schklar has spoken to hundreds of groups during his career, globally and worked hands-on with over 250 entrepreneurial CEO's to uncover their brand superpower that pulls buyers into their world in an effortless and more natural way.
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Introducing the Into The Storm Leaders Podcast: Stories of Courage, Growth, and Leadership. We explore the remarkable stories of individuals who have fearlessly charged into their storms, overcome challenges, and led their teams to success. Each episode of the ITS Leaders Podcast features candid and inspiring conversations that delve into the experiences, lessons learned, and invaluable insights of our guests. From entrepreneurs and executives to innovators and change-makers, we uncover the ...
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16: Ascent Aviation CEO David Querio on How Breaking into Underserved Markets Elevates Your Company
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David Querio joins the podcast to share his remarkable journey from airplane mechanic to CEO of Ascent Aviation Services, and what he learned about managing teams in an industry with no room for error. He also talks with Vistage CEO Sam Reese about how out-of-the-box thinking fueled his company’s growth, transforming Ascent Aviation into a major pl…
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A Little Bit Louder Now: Capt. Lindsay Dady, Cyber Operations Officer at the United States Air Force.
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Cyber Defense, Mental Health, and Hope In this episode of The Outspoken Podcast, host Shana Cosgrove talks to Capt. Lindsay Dady, Cyber Operations Officer at the United States Air Force working at US Cyber Command. Lindsay shares her journey from studying mechanical engineering at Georgia Tech to becoming a cyber operations officer. She discusses t…
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The Final Episode of the Strategic Growth Podcast Ep200
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All good things must come to an end, including the Strategic Growth Podcast. Episode 200 ends a series of conversations we began back in 2017 to help entrepreneurs, business owners and decision-makers better understand how to be successful in the real world. We end with a customer service training lesson based on a very recent experience of mine, w…
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Anne Arundel Community College Talk, Part 3: Audience Q&A
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In this episode of Shana’s Soapbox, Shana speaks at Anne Arundel Community College’s Women in STEM event. As the keynote speaker, Shana discusses the journey that took her from an interest in computer science to founding Nyla Technology Solutions. She offers advice to students: go deep technically, embrace the difficult times, and be brave. Finally…
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Flashback to Conversations With The Golding Group Podcast Pilot Series
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Before the Strategic Growth Podcast and before the NeoMarketing Podcast, we recorded three pilot episodes called "Conversations With The Golding Group." These 3 episodes became the prototype for our current podcast and video interview series. As the podcast/video series comes to an end, we look back at these first three shows to see how the advice …
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Anne Arundel Community College Talk, Part 2: Student Advice
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In this episode of Shana’s Soapbox, Shana speaks at Anne Arundel Community College’s Women in STEM event. As the keynote speaker, Shana discusses the journey that took her from an interest in computer science to founding Nyla Technology Solutions. She offers advice to students: go deep technically, embrace the difficult times, and be brave. Finally…
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Anne Arundel Community College Talk, Part 1: Shana's Journey.
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In this episode of Shana’s Soapbox, Shana speaks at Anne Arundel Community College’s Women in STEM event. As the keynote speaker, Shana discusses the journey that took her from an interest in computer science to founding Nyla Technology Solutions. She offers advice to students: go deep technically, embrace the difficult times, and be brave. Finally…
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Episode #4 - Dan Dinell (CEO - Retired, Hawaii Coffee Company, Honolulu, HI)
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Tune in now to meet Dan Dinell, President, Tree's for Honolulu's Future. Dan will share his experience from his time serving as President, Hawaii Coffee Company, multi executive roles at Hilton in Beverly Hills and Honolulu, and Executive Director of the Hawaii Community Development Authority. Join us as we explore Dan’s experience managing the cyc…
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Join me and current Vistage member, Harry Haywood, on his work with HBS Solutions and how Vistage has impacted his business growth. HBS is a Technical Service Company focused on providing facility engineering solutions to government and commercial facilities.By RickVanasse
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The Power of CareerTech with Cara Evans, Director of Axis at Francis Tuttle
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Special guest Cara Evans is the Director of AXIS business incubator powered by Francis Tuttle Technology Center, immediate past chair of the Oklahoma Venture Forum and long-time entrepreneur whose economic development journey has come full circle. Evans was previously at Autry Technology Center, where she specialized in innovation, economic develop…
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Episode #3 - Steve Capser (COO, W.F. Whelan Company, Detroit, MI)
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Tune in now to meet Steve Capser, Chief Operating Officer, W.F. Whelan Company in Detroit. Join us as we explore Steve’s experience managing the cycle of uncomfortable leadership moments he's faced during his career. Thank you Steve for sharing your lessons learned!! It's time to take control and calmly manage the cycle of Uncomfortable Leadership …
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Interview with Investment Advisor, Jamie Waldren
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Join me and current member, Jamie Waldren for this LinkedIn Live event. Jamie operates JN Private Wealth Management, an independent RIA Registered Investment Advisor operating as a Virtual Family Office. Their fiduciary VFO model offers comprehensive wealth management strategies for CEOs, entrepreneurs, business leaders, and individuals transitioni…
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Episode #2 - Pete Davis (CEO, Dundee Manufacturing, Dundee, MI)
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Tune in now to meet Peter Davis, MBA, President of Dundee Manufacturing Company in Dundee, MI. Join us as we explore Pete’s experience managing the cycle of uncomfortable leadership moments he's faced during his career. Thank you Pete for sharing your lessons learned!! Tune in to take control and calmly manage the cycle of Uncomfortable Leadership …
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Executive Coaching with George Glover, Vistage OKC Chair
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Special guest George Glover is an executive coach for Vistage Oklahoma City. He manages multiple private peer advisory groups of over 50 high-integrity Oklahoma CEOs, key executives and managers who desire to improve their personal and business growth. Glover has 24+ years in global mining, steel manufacturing and construction. He has extensive cor…
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A Little Bit Louder Now: Michael Contreras, Founder and President at Ensemble Consultancy.
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Innovation, Energy, and Space. In this episode of The Outspoken Podcast, host Shana Cosgrove talks to Michael Contreras, Founder and President at Ensemble Consultancy. Michael began his education in civil engineering, with a focus on structures and vibration. Through analyzing patterns, he was able to make a leap into innovation consulting, transmu…
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Episode #1 - Archie Heinl (CEO, Double A Solutions, Toledo, OH)
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Tune in now to meet Archie Heinl, Co-Founder and CEO of Double A Solutions and software-as-a-service holding company in Toledo, OH. Join us as we explore Archie’s experience managing the cycle of uncomfortable leadership moments he's faced during his career. Thank you Archie for sharing your lessons learned!! So, Let's Get Uncomfortable and Because…
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S1E19 Seeing the Invisible Disabilities at Work w/ ADHD Coach Ryan Mayer
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Advocating for oneself in the workplace is crucial for success, satisfaction, and can even lead to a better workplace culture, especially for individuals with ADHD or other invisible disabilities. In this episode we meet with friend, client, and ADHD coach, Ryan Mayer, who highlights the importance of neurodiversity and empathy in professional sett…
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A Little Bit Louder Now: Lisa Chang, Chief Technology Officer at Praxis Engineering.
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Computer Science, Leadership, and Women in Tech. In this episode of The Outspoken Podcast, host Shana Cosgrove talks to Lisa Chang, Chief Technology Officer at Praxis Engineering. Entering education studying chemical engineering, Lisa quickly realized that this career track looked different than the title suggested. Despite the path starting out di…
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Episode #0 - Launch of The Uncomfortable Leader Podcast
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We're a few short days away from the launch of The Uncomfortable Leader Podcast. Meet your host Rick Longenecker. Over the past four decades - - I've had the privilege of meeting and working with thousands of entrepreneurs, investors, and executives - - from across the United States and around the world. In every episode - - we explore the uncomfor…
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The Future of AgTech with Sean Akadiri, CEO of AgBoost
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Special guest Sean Akadiri, MBA is the Founder, President & CEO at AgBoost, a data analytics company in Oklahoma City. He is an Ag-Tech entrepreneur passionate about using data analytics to improve the performance and productivity of livestock. Akadiri came to the U.S. from Nigeria when he was 19 years old on a student visa to attend college. He re…
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Doug McGinnis on His Decade as a Vistage Member
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Join me and Doug McGinnis, who has been a Vistage member for 10 years. He is the owner of Bunting Door & Hardware Co. one of the largest distributors of Hollow Metal Doors and Frames, Wood Doors, Architectural Hardware, Specialty Doors and Bath Accessories in the Mid-Atlantic region. Bunting acquired LOKTEK Entry and Access Solutions in 2018, and a…
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Interview with Chris Brown.By RickVanasse
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A Little Bit Louder Now: Dr. Christina Parisi, MD. Owner and Founder of Maryland Weight Care.
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Self Improvement, Lifestyle, and Holistic Care. In this episode of The Outspoken Podcast, host Shana Cosgrove interviews Dr. Christina Parisi, MD, the Owner and Founder of Maryland Weight Care. Christina began her medical career in the Emergency Department in 2013. While she enjoyed the instant gratification of “fixing” and pivoting in a moment, sh…
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Revolutionary Ideas Between The Coast with Justin Wilson, Plains Ventures
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Justin Wilson, MBA, is the President and Managing Director at Plains Ventures, an OKC and Tulsa-based Venture Capital fund management firm with over $120m in assets under management. With a background in private equity, healthcare, politics and non-profit leadership, Wilson brings a broad base of perspectives to his approach to leadership and asset…
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A Little Bit Louder Now: Kassie Sandacz, CEO for Voices of Vets.
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Advocacy, Freedom, and Finding Your Voice. In this episode of The Outspoken Podcast, host Shana Cosgrove talks to Kassie Sandacz, CEO for Voices for Vets. Kassie, a trained vocalist, was encouraged by her government teacher to visit Charlotte Hall Veterans Home to sing for vets when she was a senior in high school. Although she was focused on her m…
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A Little Bit Louder Now: Krista Crawford, Ph.D., MBA, SPHR, Vistage Chair.
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Mindfulness, Connection, and Inner Work. In this episode of The Outspoken Podcast, host Shana Cosgrove talks to Krista Crawford, Ph.D., MBA, SPHR, Vistage Chair. Krista is the first member in many generations to attend college, a fact she credits to her Grandma. She uses this thirst for knowledge and teaching to shape her approach at Vistage. With …
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A Little Bit Louder Now: Christine McDannell, Founder, Owner, and Successful Exits of over 20 Small Businesses.
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Bootstraps, Trusting the Process, and Innovation. In this episode of The Outspoken Podcast, host Shana Cosgrove talks to Christine McDannell, entrepreneur and principal business intermediary at The Magnolia Firm. Christine was born with the unique gift to innovate, expand, and create. Starting at 23 years old, she (quite literally) rolled her sleev…
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A Little Bit Louder Now: The Honorable Susan “Sue” Gordon, Former Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence of the United States of America.
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National Security, Integrity, and Self-Advocacy. In this episode of The Outspoken Podcast, host Shana Cosgrove talks to Sue Gordon, former Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence (DDNI), Deputy Director of National Geospatial Agency (NGA), and Director within Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). Sue begins by sharing how losing her career …
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Current member Bradley Marks serves as Chief Client Officer at Vheda Health, bringing nearly 20 years of health care experience. In this role, Bradley holds the responsibility for ensuring targeted growth for market dynamics, client needs and preferences while ultimately delivering on member satisfaction. Join us to discuss his work and what led hi…
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Your quick, to the point, podcast.By Shana Cosgrove
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Educational Disruption, Anthropology and BBQ Fundraisers
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We have two return guests, Suzette Change and Corey Walker, on the podcast today to talk about a BBQ fundraiser for Thick Descriptions, a non-profit org. that disrupts traditional education methods to help humans thrive where they are, building a better community with anthropology. They add anthropology to STEM education (making it STEAM). Thick De…
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Your quick, to the point, podcast.By Shana Cosgrove
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Your quick, to the point, podcast.By Shana Cosgrove
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15: Winning Customer Experience Strategies with Road Runner Sports President Mike Gotfredson Jr.
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Road Runner Sports President and Owner Mike Gotfredson Jr. joins the podcast to share how his athletic shoe company evolved into a nationwide retailer over 41 years. Mike also talks with Vistage CEO Sam Reese about how his company uses technology to transform the in-store experience and create new levels of customer personalization and brand loyalt…
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Your quick, to the point, podcast.By Shana Cosgrove
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Join me and founding Key Group member, Michael Costa. Mike is the Director of Operations with HBS. HBS is a Technical Service Company focused on providing facility engineering solutions to government and commercial facilities. The HBS Solutions team is comprised of skilled professional engineers, project managers, consultants and technicians who ar…
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Startups And Rebrands with Shelter Ready!
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The best businesses have three main components: Solve a problem, offer a manageable solution and provide value above what is expected. Local startup Storm Check was launched with this in mind. After initial success, the founders recently went through a brand elevation to become Shelter Ready! full-service cleaning and prep. for storm shelters. Lear…
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Who is your "Radar O'Reilly"? All great leaders need the support of an excellent executive team. In fact, servant leadership is a leadership style that prioritizes the growth, well-being, and empowerment of employees. It aims to foster an inclusive environment that enables everyone in the organization to thrive as their authentic self. Check out th…
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A Little Bit Louder Now: William Cosgrove, Founder of Cool Kids Inc.
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Family, Hard Work, and Quality Time. In this episode of The Outspoken Podcast, host Shana Cosgrove talks to her son, William Cosgrove, Founder of Cool Kids Inc.. William shares that spending time with his mother was the number one reason he wanted to be on the podcast. William runs Cool Kids Inc. with his sister, and he discusses their unique roles…
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A guide to being strategic, systematic and comprehensive in your decision-making. Today's episode provides a structural overview that anyone can use; just apply your situational details. You need to know four things before you begin the strategy process. • Know yourself• Know your audience • Know your value • Know your position This episode will pr…
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