Joe Travaglione, founder of Future State Cyber, shares unconventional leadership insights inspired by his upbringing around Italian immigrants and his surprising connections to the Mob. Travaglione discusses how the Mob's structured approach to leadership and development has shaped his management...
Leaders & Legacies Podcast
David Contorno, founder of E Powered Benefits, sheds light on how business leaders can significantly reduce healthcare costs while improving employee outcomes. Contorno explains that the current healthcare system is not broken—it’s working as designed, benefiting insurers and hospitals while...
David Buck, founder of Kairos Management Solutions, reveals how leaders can optimize their time and delegate effectively to create lasting impact. Buck emphasizes the difference between "Chronos" (clock time) and "Kairos" (the quality of time), urging leaders to focus on purposeful, quality-driven...
Kevin Barona’s leadership journey is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and a strong sense of purpose. In this episode, Kevin shares his path from Capitol Hill to becoming the founder of CI Core Secure, a cybersecurity firm. He emphasizes the critical role leadership plays in shaping a...
Lori Saitz is the founder of Zen Rabbit and the Zen Leadership Program. Lori shares how leaders can enhance productivity, reduce stress, and improve retention through intentional actions and workplace well-being practices. Drawing from her experience, Lori emphasizes the importance of grounding...
Christian Brim, founder of Core Group, about the realities of leading a business through growth and financial challenges. Christian shares his journey of scaling back to grow intentionally, emphasizing the importance of sound accounting processes and focusing on margin improvement. He dives into...
Robert Hunt, a leader who believes in the power of accountability and vulnerability to drive true leadership. Hunt, known as “the accountability guy,” emphasizes that leadership isn’t about self-glory but about equipping others to succeed. He draws on personal experiences, discussing how embracing...
Lenora Edwards, Chief Knowledge Officer at Better Speech, shares her insights on leadership through the lens of speech therapy. In this episode, Lenora discusses how effective communication is crucial not only for personal well-being but also for leadership in any setting. She explains the broad...
Mitch Carson, a seasoned media expert, about the vital role of media exposure in leadership. Carson, who cut his teeth on the Home Shopping Network, shares his journey from a nervous beginner to a confident pitchman, emphasizing the importance of practice and preparation. He discusses the fear many...
Scott Springer, founder of Cowboy Consulting Group, discusses the critical steps needed to bring manufacturing back to the U.S. and make it globally competitive. Springer emphasizes the importance of automation in maintaining cost efficiency and product quality. He highlights how Germany and Japan...