Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – In this podcast, Business Journal content manager Jeremy Lydic speaks with Barb Ewing, CEO of the Youngstown Business Incubator. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Austintown firefighters/EMTs and MCCTC instructors gave students a look at the first responder career path during a Brain Gain Navigators virtual event. Andy Frost, fire chief at Austintown Township Fire Department, offered his perspective on the firefighter and EMS (emergency medical services) career paths. He joined Austintown Battalion Chief Tom O'Hara, firefighter Nick Heitzer and Judy Hartley, Austintown firefighter and EMT/paramedic with Lane Lifetrans in discussing the career with students. The virtual event was hosted by Jeremy Lydic, content manager at The Business Journal. The Brain Gain Navigators program seeks to connect Navigators (mentors) and their students (mentees) with virtual LIVE + On-Demand employer tour opportunities in the Mahoning Valley. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – In this podcast, Business Journal content manager Jeremy Lydic speaks with Daniel Catullo, chief client officer and co-founder of Perishable Shipping Solutions. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

In this podcast, Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Dennis Schiraldi, founder of the DOYO Live Digital Marketing and Interactive Design Conference.  The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – In this podcast, Ron Emery, president of Alchemy Associates and Youngstown Score chairman; A.J. Bove, business development analyst for ITEN Industries and co-founder of Odorex Athletix; and Brookfield Local Schools superintendent Toby Gibson join host Jeff Leo Herrmann to discuss Brookfield High School's new entrepreneurship program. The goal of the program is to create enthusiasm for a business curriculum that emphasizes entrepreneurism, professional development, civic and social responsibility. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Youngstown Publishing Co. CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann joins Penn-Northwest Executive Director Rod Wilt and six organization members to discuss the benefits of working in Mercer County, Pa.  The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

In this podcast, Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Rod Wilt, executive director of Penn-Northwest Development Corp. PNDC specializes in business development in Northwest Pennsylvania, particularly Mercer County. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

In this special episode, we listen in on a virtual manufacturing career exploration webinar hosted by Jeremy Lydic, content manager at The Business Journal.  The Brain Gain Navigators series took a look at the manufacturing career path by touring Pennex Aluminum Co. and giving students a chance to ask questions of President Chuck Stout and General Manager Mike Lastic. You can watch the complete webinar in the video above, which includes a video tour of the manufacturing shop. The Brain Gain Navigators program seeks to connect Navigators (mentors) and their students (mentees) with virtual LIVE + On-Demand employer tour opportunities in the Mahoning Valley. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

In this special episode, we listen in on an interview with World War II Veteran Daniel Rossi. Rossi says his time in the military and his service during World War II provided the training and discipline necessary to lead a successful career as a lawyer in Mahoning County. After his service, Rossi founded the Rossi & Rossi law firm, which is now being run by his son, Gregg. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

In this podcast, Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Michael Hripko, economic recovery coordinator at Eastgate Regional Council of Governments. Hripko joined Eastgate last year to help identify economic development grant-eligible projects with state and federal resources for locally impacted communities in Ashtabula, Mahoning and Trumbull Counties to ensure these entities take full advantage of funding opportunities. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

In this podcast, Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with U.S. Sen. Rob Portman about his influences, leadership style and the importance of supporting future leaders. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

In this podcast, Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Gary Gladysz, Deputy Group Leader, MST-7 at Los Alamos National Laboratory and founder of X-Link 3D in Youngstown. Gladysz, a native of Brookfield, shares his thoughts on the unique entrepreneurial culture of the Youngstown, and how his hometown roots shaped his leadership style today. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

In this podcast, Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Shari Harrell, president of the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley, to discuss the importance of collaboration, cooperation and communication in leadership. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

In this podcast, Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Southwoods Health chief operating officer Steve Davenport. Davenport shares insight on what shaped his leadership style and gives an outlook on the future of health-care careers in the Mahoning Valley. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Jennifer Oddo, executive director of the Division of Workforce Education and Innovation at Youngstown State University. The Division of Workforce Education and Innovation is focused on developing new approaches to close the skills and opportunity gaps for our communities. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

In this special episode, we listen in on a virtual health care career tour hosted by Jeremy Lydic, content manager at The Business Journal. The Brain Gain Navigators series hosted its first look at the health care career path with a tour of the Hope Center for Cancer Care. Executive Director Rhonte Davis participated in a live webinar and fielded questions from students. You can watch the complete webinar in the video above, which includes a video tour of the health care provider. The Brain Gain Navigators program seeks to connect Navigators (mentors) and their students (mentees) with virtual LIVE + On-Demand employer tour opportunities in the Mahoning Valley. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Marc Malandro, vice president of operations for science at the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative in Redwood City, Calif. The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative was founded in 2015 to leverage technology, community-driven solutions and collaboration to help solve some of society's toughest challenges — from eradicating disease and improving education, to addressing the needs of our local communities. A native of Brookfield, Malandro shares how his hometown roots and mentors influence his leadership style today. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Nick Santucci, director of government affairs & workforce development at the ‎Educational Service Center of Eastern Ohio. In this podcast, Santucci shares insight into the work the ESC does to help students in our community succeed. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

In this special episode, we listen in on a virtual manufacturing career tour hosted by Jeremy Lydic, content manager at The Business Journal. Hynes Industries President and CEO Rick Organ and Jeremy Gurski, plant manager, shared their journeys to manufacturing and what they look for in an employee. The Brain Gain Navigators program seeks to connect Navigators (mentors) and their students (mentees) with virtual LIVE + On-Demand employer tour opportunities in the Mahoning Valley. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Stephanie Gilchrist, director of women and youth entrepreneurship programs at the Youngstown Business Incubator. In this podcast, Gilchrist shares insight into her passion for leading women and youth a a path to entrepreneurship and helping them achieve success. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

In this special episode, we listen in on a virtual legal career tour hosted by Jeremy Lydic, content manager at The Business Journal. The event gives students the opportunity to learn from Youngstown Municipal Court Judge Carla Baldwin. The Brain Gain Navigators program seeks to connect Navigators (mentors) and their students (mentees) with virtual LIVE + On-Demand employer tour opportunities in the Mahoning Valley. The Business Journal will arrange virtual tours with area employers covering a wide range of industries to give students the best possible snapshot of career pathways and job outlooks right here at home. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Chris Sammartino, Chief Operating Officer of The Muransky Companies. In this podcast, Sammartino shares his thoughts on leadership, communication and making a difference in the community. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with President and CEO of Brite Energy Innovators, Rick Stockburger. In this podcast, Stockburger explains what the energy incubator offers to Voltage Valley. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

In this special episode, we listen in on a roundtable discussion about additive manufacturing in the Mahoning Valley. Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Guy Coviello, president and CEO of the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber, and Slade Gardner, president and founder of Big Metal Additive LLC. Gardner, president and founder of Big Metal Additive LLC in Denver, was the keynote speaker at the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber's 2021 Annual Meeting, which was held at the Eastwood Event Center.

In this special episode, we listen in on a virtual auto tech career tour hosted by Jeremy Lydic, content manager at The Business Journal. The Brain Gain Navigators program seeks to connect Navigators (mentors) and their students (mentees) with virtual LIVE + On-Demand employer tour opportunities in the Mahoning Valley. The Business Journal will arrange virtual tours with area employers covering a wide range of industries to give students the best possible snapshot of career pathways and job outlooks right here at home.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Guy Coviello, newly-appointed president and CEO of the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber. In this podcast, Coviello shares insights on his new role and how his previous career in journalism influences his leadership style today. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

In this podcast, Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Paul Olivier, vice president of Akron Children's Hospital Mahoning Valley. Olivier oversees all aspects of Akron Children's operations in Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties, which includes pediatric and specialty care and the Beeghly campus in Boardman. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

In this podcast, Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose. LaRose shares leadership lessons learned during his time in the U.S. Special Forces as a Green Beret. He also discusses his enthusiasm for helping small business owners thrive in his correct role as Secretary of State of Ohio. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Shawn Armstrong, executive director of the Central YMCA in downtown Youngstown. In this podcast, Armstrong, a Youngstown native, discusses the leadership lessons he learned while building his career in Michigan and North Carolina, and his desire to return to Youngstown. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Dr. John Luellen, market president of Mercy Health-Youngstown. In this podcast, Luellen shares the leadership lessons learned in the emergency room and beyond. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

The following story, "Together in Transformation: It's Working," was published in Growth Report 2021 as the cover story of the publication. This story is read by the author, Dan O'Brien, and is presented here for your convenience. Thank you and please enjoy "Together in Transformation."

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Jennifer Oddo, executive director of strategic workforce education and innovation (SWEI) at Youngstown State University. The YSU Center for Strategic Workforce Education and Innovation is focused on developing new approaches to close the skills and opportunity gaps for our communities. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Ted Schmidt, Regional President for PNC Bank. In this podcast, Schmidt discusses his path to leadership in the banking industry, and the advice he offers to students embarking on their own professional journeys. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Mahoning County Career and Technical Center superintendent John Zehentbauer. In this podcast, Zehentbauer shares his insights on helping local students find their paths to employment, enrollment or enlistment. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Rhonte Davis, executive director of the Hope Center for Cancer Care in Warren. In this podcast, Davis shares his thoughts on trust, mentorship and how he was welcomed to the area after relocating from Texas. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

In this podcast, Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Traci Hostetler, superintendent of the Mahoning County Educational Service Center. Hostetler shares details about her leadership style and how she drives the team at MCESC to fulfill their mission: helping students succeed. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

This is a full recording of a student panel discussion conducted in March 2020. In this podcast, we take a look back at at what we learned from East High School students Vincent Steele, Luther Bell and Knowledge Matlock. The panel was moderated Jeremy Lydic, content manager with The Business Journal. The students talk about their career aspirations and the special programs that are helping them reach their goals. Editor's Note: Student panel discussions are intended to hear honest feedback from students on their interests, aspirations and concerns. Statements made by students are their opinions and are not subjected to fact-checking or the solicitation of responses from school district leadership.

This is a full recording of a student panel discussion conducted at Brookfield Middle School in February 2020. A lot of uncertainty can go into choosing a career, but a group of Brookfield middle school students say they're certain jobs should be about passion and not money. In this podcast, we take a look back at at what we learned from a panel of Brookfield students in 2020. The panel was moderated Jeremy Lydic, content manager with The Business Journal. Students included (from left) eighth-graders Justin Budnik, Telly Hamilton and Reanna Reardon, seventh-graders Christian Davis, Yusef Rasoul and Delaney Schultz, sixth-graders Andrew Drummond and Jacob Hodge, and fifth-graders Mia D'Allessandro, Kenleigh Kurpe, Raquel Guthrie-Morton, Peter Odell and Caleb Upshir. Editor's Note: Student panel discussions are intended to hear honest feedback from students on their interests, aspirations and concerns. Statements made by students are their opinions and are not subjected to fact-checking or the solicitation of responses from school district leadership.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Dan Fernback, co-founder and CEO of JuggerBot 3D LLC. In this podcast, Fernback shares details of his entrepreneurial journey, and gives updates on the state of the ever-evolving additive manufacturing industry. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Chris Allen, North American Talent Acquisition Manager for Vallourec USA Corp. In this podcast, Allen gives advice on finding the right cultural fit within a company, and explains the important role soft skills can play in "fitting in." The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with James Dignan, president of the Center for Environmentally Responsible Materials Recycling. A former commander of the 910th Airlift Wing at the Youngstown Air Reserve Station, Dignan is also director of Reserve and National Guard installations for JobsOhio. In this podcast, Dignan discusses his military experience and the career options available at Ohio's military and federal installations. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Greg Smith, chairman of the board for Compco Industries. In this podcast, Smith and Herrmann discuss the importance of company culture, and the difference between motivation and potential.  The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Bob Hannon, president of the United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley. In this podcast, Hannon and Herrmann discuss the old adage, "It's better to beg for forgiveness than to ask for permission,” and the benefits of being proactive. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

In this podcast, Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Amber Wallace, executive vice president and chief retail/marketing officer of Farmers National Bank. Wallace and Herrmann discuss the “war on talent” in the region, and how companies can attract and retain quality employees. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Michael Geoghegan, president of Eastern Gateway Community College. In this podcast, Geoghegan shares insight into the strategic planning process at EGCC, future plans for the campuses and the school's unique take on the future of education. Eastern Gateway Community College recently announced record-breaking enrollment numbers for the fall semester with 41,843 students between its Youngstown and Steubenville campuses and online. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

By 2025, 65% of Ohio's workforce will require at least a two-year degree or certified marketable skill. As of 2018, only 34% of the workforce has a two-or four-year degree and another 21% have some training but no degree or certificate to show for it. To address the growing gap between in-demand careers and qualified workers, team members from TeamNEO and the Regional Chamber will address how businesses can begin to address this shortfall through inclusive training and certification programs. This webinar replay features insights from Team NEO vice president of strategy and research Jacob Duritsky, Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber chief operating officer Sarah Boyarko, Eastern Gateway Community College senior vice president Art Daly and RITE senior director of tech talent Courtney DeOreo. 

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Relaced founder Maeson Green. In this podcast, Green shares how he found success as a young entrepreneur in Youngstown. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Bob Messaros, president and CEO of Commercial Metal Forming. In this podcast, Messaros shares how following in his father's footsteps shaped his leadership methods today. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Sarah Boyarko, COO of the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber. In this podcast, Boyarko discusses the importance of communication while executing economic development projects. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.

Youngstown Publishing Company CEO Jeff Leo Herrmann speaks with Terrill Vidale, president and CEO of 2Deep Entertainment L.L.C. In this podcast, Vidale discusses the positive influences throughout his life that shaped his leadership style today. The Brain Gain Youngstown Leadership Series podcast features weekly interviews with business and community leaders who are driving change and making an impact. Through a conversational format with leaders, we'll learn who and what inspired their success. Also, how they're inspiring others to remove challenges and roadblocks. We'll learn about their insights on leadership and how they're leading the transformation of the region and its people.