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  In this video, we are thrilled to introduce you to Renee Torzala, Vice President of Marketing and Investor Relations. With a wealth of experience in both the nonprofit and private sectors, Renee brings a unique perspective to her role and is a true leader in her field.   One of Renee's teams' most notable achievements is their work in bringing better broadband internet to North East Wisconsin. Through their tireless efforts, Renee and her team have helped to bridge the digital divide and provide access to high-speed internet for countless families and businesses in the region.   But Renee's work doesn't stop there. She is also heavily involved in leadership development programs, working to empower the next generation of leaders and help them achieve their full potential. Her dedication to mentoring and coaching is truly inspiring, and she is a role model to many in her community.   In this video, you'll hear from Renee herself as she shares her insights on leadership, real-world experience in the field, and more. Whether you're a seasoned executive or just starting out in your career, you're sure to find Renee's wisdom and expertise invaluable. So sit back, relax, and join us for an inspiring conversation with one of the most dynamic leaders in our community as well as gain a better understanding of what the New North truly does! Follow for more:   The New North:  Twitter: New North, Inc. (@NewNorthInc) / Twitter Facebook: New North, Inc. - Home | Facebook YouTube: (56) TheNewNorthRegion - YouTube Instagram: New North, Inc. (@lifeinthenewnorth) • Instagram photos and videos LinkedIn: (1) New North, Inc.: Overview | LinkedIn Website: New North | Facilitating Economic Growth for NE Wisconsin (thenewnorth.com)   UWO MBA:  Check out these sites to learn more! MBA Program: https://uwosh.edu/cob/departments/mas... UWO on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uwoshkosh/h... 4 Imprint: https://www.4imprint.com/?gclid=CjwKC... Cybersecurity Center of Excellence: https://uwosh.edu/cybersecurity-center/ Other Resources:   Host: Dale Feinauer Linkedin - (6) Dale Feinauer | LinkedIn UWO MBA Program - MBA Program at UW Oshkosh - College of Business University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Sponsor: 4 Imprint- Promotional Products - 4imprint Promo Items, Giveaways with Your Logo Production: The Venture Project - Coworking Space | The Venture Project Oshkosh | Oshkosh University of Oshkosh - Home - University of Wisconsin Oshkosh University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (uwosh.edu) Podcast Channels: Spotify - It's Time | Podcast on Spotify iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-its-time-93246487/ Audacy: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/its-time-79346 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/c7f21a31-422c-40d4-a649-9661c93b8a65/it's-time Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/Its-Time-Podcast/B09SVS316G?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp    

In this video, we are thrilled to introduce you to Renee Torzala, Vice President of Marketing and Investor Relations. With a wealth of experience in both the nonprofit and private sectors, Renee brings a unique perspective to her role and is a true leader in her field.   One of Renee's teams' most notable achievements is their work in bringing better broadband internet to North East Wisconsin. Through their tireless efforts, Renee and her team have helped to bridge the digital divide and provide access to high-speed internet for countless families and businesses in the region.   But Renee's work doesn't stop there. She is also heavily involved in leadership development programs, working to empower the next generation of leaders and help them achieve their full potential. Her dedication to mentoring and coaching is truly inspiring, and she is a role model to many in her community.   In this video, you'll hear from Renee herself as she shares her insights on leadership, real-world experience in the field, and more. Whether you're a seasoned executive or just starting out in your career, you're sure to find Renee's wisdom and expertise invaluable. So sit back, relax, and join us for an inspiring conversation with one of the most dynamic leaders in our community as well as gain a better understanding of what the New North truly does! Follow for more:   The New North:  Twitter: New North, Inc. (@NewNorthInc) / Twitter Facebook: New North, Inc. - Home | Facebook YouTube: (56) TheNewNorthRegion - YouTube Instagram: New North, Inc. (@lifeinthenewnorth) • Instagram photos and videos LinkedIn: (1) New North, Inc.: Overview | LinkedIn Website: New North | Facilitating Economic Growth for NE Wisconsin (thenewnorth.com)   UWO MBA:  Check out these sites to learn more! MBA Program: https://uwosh.edu/cob/departments/mas... UWO on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uwoshkosh/h... 4 Imprint: https://www.4imprint.com/?gclid=CjwKC... Cybersecurity Center of Excellence: https://uwosh.edu/cybersecurity-center/ Other Resources:   Host: Dale Feinauer Linkedin - (6) Dale Feinauer | LinkedIn UWO MBA Program - MBA Program at UW Oshkosh - College of Business University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Sponsor: 4 Imprint- Promotional Products - 4imprint Promo Items, Giveaways with Your Logo Production: The Venture Project - Coworking Space | The Venture Project Oshkosh | Oshkosh University of Oshkosh - Home - University of Wisconsin Oshkosh University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (uwosh.edu) Podcast Channels: Spotify - It's Time | Podcast on Spotify iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-its-time-93246487/ Audacy: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/its-time-79346 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/c7f21a31-422c-40d4-a649-9661c93b8a65/it's-time Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/Its-Time-Podcast/B09SVS316G?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp  

In this video, we have the privilege of sitting down with Al Hartman, former Dean of the College of Business, who has recently been awarded for his outstanding leadership skills. Al has had many leadership roles throughout his career, and in this interview, he shares his tips and tricks that have led him to great success.   As a seasoned leader, Al understands the importance of strong leadership in any organization. He shares his insights into how to motivate and inspire a team, how to build trust and rapport with colleagues, and how to create a culture of accountability and excellence.   Throughout the interview, Al shares real-life examples of his experiences in leadership roles, highlighting the challenges he faced and the strategies he used to overcome them. He discusses the importance of listening to others, being open to new ideas, and adapting to change.   Whether you are a seasoned leader or just starting out, Al's wisdom and experience are sure to be valuable to anyone looking to improve their leadership skills. Join us as we learn from Al Hartman, a true leader in every sense of the word. Learn more and connect with us! Host: Dale Feinauer Linkedin - (6) Dale Feinauer | LinkedIn UWO MBA Program - MBA Program at UW Oshkosh - College of Business University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Sponsor: 4 Imprint- Promotional Products - 4imprint Promo Items, Giveaways with Your Logo Production: The Venture Project - Coworking Space | The Venture Project Oshkosh | Oshkosh University of Oshkosh - Home - University of Wisconsin Oshkosh University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (uwosh.edu)

In this video, we showcase Michael Patton, an Information Systems instructor and co-founder of the Cybersecurity Center of Excellence at the University of Oshkosh Wisconsin. Michael is an expert in the field of cybersecurity and has dedicated his career to educating people and businesses on the importance of protecting their digital assets. As the world becomes increasingly digital, cybercrime is on the rise. From hackers stealing personal information to ransomware attacks that cripple businesses, it's more important than ever to be vigilant about cybersecurity. Michael shares some simple tips and tricks that everyone can use to protect themselves and their businesses from cyber threats. Whether you're a small business owner or just someone looking to secure your personal information, this video is a must-watch. So join us as we learn from Michael and discover how you can stay safe in the digital world. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more informative videos like this one!" Key Points in the Discussion:  His Not So Straight Career Path: 0:00-3:53 What is the Cybersecurity Center of Excellence: 4:21 - 7:18 How he took the idea of Cybersecurity Center of Exllence from idea to real-world in less than a year: 7:19 - 15:41 Winning with inderect-leadership: 16:31 - 19:06 How to Conduct a meeting PROPERLY: 19:24 - 21: 50 Cybersecurity is a cultural problem: 23:33 - 26:42 How to know if your cybersecutity team is any good: 26:46 - 30:32 Where can we find out more about you and the Cybersecurity Center of Excellence?: 35:08 - 35:25 Production and Studio Space - The Venture Project Studios Check out these sites to learn more! MBA Program UWO on Instagram 4 Imprint Cybersecurity Center of Exellence 

Marketing Professor Bryan Lilly shares with us his inspirations and thoughts on leadership, life and the future. We had the pleasure of sitting down and chatting with Bryan Lilly, a marketing professor at the University of Oshkosh. He has this really interesting way of looking at being a leader, which we never hear about - and it just so happens to be something We feel quite passionate about. It was great to see his take on leadership, because he brings up some stuff that I've certainly never considered before such as: Let the students learn from each other - 4:19 Leading in industry and academia - 6:48 How marketing and sales generates revenue - 24:53 The difference between marketing and sales - 45:52 How challenges help us to become stronger - 48:38 How to treat people as people and not a number - 54:23   For more information, visit the following links: MBA Program UWO on Instagram 4 Imprint The Venture Project

Welcome to "It's Time Podcast" a podcast where we disect the minds high-level leaders from a vast variaty of industries that have shaped our community into what you see today and have paved the way for brighter futuers ahead! Thank you for tuning in! In this episode we have the pleasure of sitting down with the former President of Bemis North America, Jim Ransom, to discuss his journey and learnings in leadership. Today we get continue our discussion with Jim Ransom the former President of Bemis North America and by golly are you in for a treat.  In this episode, we delve into three key themes that are critical for leaders to understand. 1.  We discuss the importance of leading with your ears rather than your mouth, and the value of actively listening to your team. 2.  We talk about the importance of continuing to learn and never losing your curiosity. 3. Finally, we delve into the powerful concept that culture is what you tolerate, and the role of leaders in shaping and maintaining a healthy work culture. Thank you for downloading and sharing our podcast. We hope you find these leadership learnings valuable and applicable to your own leadership journey. Tune in for more insights and strategies on how to become a more effective and impactful leader.

Welcome to "It's Time Podcast" a podcast where we disect the minds high-level leaders from a vast variaty of industries that have shaped our community into what you see today and have paved the way for brighter futuers ahead! Thank you for tuning in! Today we get continue our discussion with Jim Ransom the former President of Bemis North America and by golly are you in for a treat.  In this episode, we delve into three key themes that are critical for leaders to understand. 1.  We discuss the importance of leading with your ears rather than your mouth, and the value of actively listening to your team. 2.  We talk about the importance of continuing to learn and never losing your curiosity. 3. Finally, we delve into the powerful concept that culture is what you tolerate, and the role of leaders in shaping and maintaining a healthy work culture. Thank you for downloading and sharing our podcast. We hope you find these leadership learnings valuable and applicable to your own leadership journey. Tune in for more insights and strategies on how to become a more effective and impactful leader.

Welcome to "It's Time Podcast" a podcast where we disect the minds high-level leaders from a vast variaty of industries that have shaped our community into what you see today and have paved the way for brighter futuers ahead! Thank you for tuning in! In this episode we have the pleasure of sitting down with the former President of Bemis North America, Jim Ransom, to discuss his journey and learnings in leadership. Jim shares his experiences navigating through various leadership roles, offering valuable insights and practical advice for listeners looking to improve their own leadership skills. He talks about the challenges he faced and the lessons he learned along the way, providing a unique perspective on what it takes to be a successful leader. Whether you're just starting out in your leadership journey or looking to take your skills to the next level, "Leadership Insights with Jim Ransom" is the perfect resource for anyone looking to learn from one of the best in the business. Tune in to hear Jim's thought-provoking insights and wisdom on all things leadership.

In today's episode, Dale discusses the role of conflict in leading an organization. He goes over key points of conflict including: Historical views of conflict and why he thinks it's wrong; How we view conflict in organizations- is conflict a good thing or bad thing? How people respond differently and how we can learn from that to manage conflict How to successfully manage conflict and how to use conflict within an organization; And how to resolve conflict if it's become undesirable. You don't want to miss out on this episode and this very important discussion to learn how to manage conflict with an organization.

Today, Dale interviews Aaron (A.J.) Armstrong who is Owner/CEO of Armstrong Ventures and the Venture Project.  Dale and A.J. talk about West Point leadership, entrepreneurship, and some benefits to "old school" leadership principles. 

Today, Dale interviews Brian Sturgill, Vice President and General Manager at Amcor Rigid Plastics.  Dale and Brian trade ideas of leadership and building a strong team.  Brian is also a lectuer for the UWO EMBA program where he and Dale share lessons gained from the classroom that have shed insight and changed both of their leadership styles. 

Today, Dale discusses the important and broad topic of change management. He touches on why organizations and people are often resistant to change, the psychology behind it, and how leaders are important in the process of change management. Dale goes through three concepts of change in this episode: 1- the change process; 2- how to reduce resistance to change and overcome people's desire not to change; 3- how to create an environment that will be more change-friendly. Don't miss this very important episode to learn about the factors that go into the resistance to change and how to overcome them as a leader.  

Today, Dale introduces you to Tim Wuest, President of North Cliff Corporation. Tim discusses how North Cliff Corporation has a different style of leadership within the "office of CEO", why that has been working for them, and the reasoning behind it. 

In today's interview, Dale is interviewed by Madisen Potratz sharing insights on what has made him the leader that he is today. Dale dives into important characteristics, perspectives and lessons he has learned and feels is valuable to all leaders. Tune in to hear Dale's perspective on leadership and handling that role and the future of leadership as he sees it.

Today, Dale introduces you to Keith Smith, President of Vonco Products. In this episode, Dale and Keith discuss Keith's keys to leadership success. From his early history of being driven by money, to being influenced by life events and shifting focus, Keith has discovered that he is more fulfilled by staying in four areas that help guide his leadership journey- inspiring, challenging, creating, and innovating.  Realizing that only you can "fill your own cup" and control your own energy, Keith has inspired his team to participate in activities that fill their cups, and create and maintain their energy for the betterment of the team. Placing people in strategic positions to perform at their best, all the while keeping them happy and motivated, has led to much success as a business leader. 

Listen in to today's episode to hear Steve Weinert, Owner & Manager of Crafts Roofing, discuss how his leadership style has drawn from his experience in the Army and multiple other companies to make him a successful leader today.  Steve talks about how he empowers his employees to own decisions and processes by suggesting and leading them so that they are accountable for their actions and outcomes. Listening and asking questions is one of the key components to Steve's leadership, including leading by example. One of the ways he has done this at Crafts Roofing is by making sure that he is trained and taught on all aspects of the business as well so that he can relate and respond to all levels of the business.  Tune in today to hear how Steve relates to his employees, and in turn, leads by example. 

In today's episode, Dale has a conversation with Larry Dietz, General Manager of Professional Plating, about his leadership style and his keys to success. Tune in to hear Larry discuss key points on empowering your employees from always telling them the "why" and how having a collaborative, hands on approach to leadership leads to enhancing your leadership capabilities. 

In this episode, Dale focuses on how you can take care of yourself, because if you don't care for yourself, then you aren't able to take care of others. Tune in to find out ways to take care of yourself and the impact this factor can have in your leadership skills, abilities, and success. "You can't be good at being a leader unless you first take care of yourself" - Dale Feinauer  

In today's episode, Dale introduces you to Bobbie Collies, the Vice President of Strategic Distribution at Grange Insurance. She focuses ton strategic account management and emerging distribution, helping to keep her company relevant in today's industry. Some of the key points she focuses on that has made her a successful leader is establishing trust, vulnerability, and creating safe spaces for ideation and thinking outside the box. Empowering team members and giving them permission to brainstorm, be real and vulnerable, and feel supported are key elements to make a team great. Bobbie also discusses her focus throughout the years on EQ and how important that has been during her leadership to help read the room, implement change, and help to look into the future for business, teams and industry.

In today's episode, Dale introduces you to Mike Riegsecker, President of  Menasha Corporation. Dale and Mike dive into what experiences Mike has gone through to become the leader he is today, while discussing how putting people first, and building those relationships, has been an integral part of his success. Mike shares personal experience and real world examples of the balance between personal and professional relationships and how they have impacted his team. Learn how to create structured and unstructured time with your direct reports to balance the personal and professional side of business.

Today, we are introducing Kevin Beauchamp, President of Galloway Company, where he discusses collaboration and leadership. Some of his main takeaways are how you make others on the team feel included and valued and that needs to start from the top. He explains how your team is only as strong as your weakest link, and how to create an environment that encourages and includes every single member of the team for the greater good. 

Today, Dale Feinauer talks generational differences in leadership. He discusses the main reasons why generational differences exist including the cohort effect and lifestyle effect, and then moves into what aspects are different in the generations and how to manage the differences. Tune in today to find out how these aspects affect leadership and how you can be a better leader and bridge the gap between generations of coworkers in your business.

In this episode, Dale speaks with Lisa Piikkila, owner of Coalesce Marketing, to get her thoughts on her leadership style and what has made her successful in her marketing agency. Lisa speaks on valuing and respecting the people that work for her and how she leads with her heart to make sure that the business is successful, efficient, and growing, and at the same time that her people enjoy their work, and are able to thrive in the business. 

In today's episode, Dale Feinauer introduces you to Tim Bergstrom, owner of Bergstrom Automotive. Tim discusses how being people-centric is key to becoming a great leader. He also elaborates on his 5 T's that are central to the leadership of his people. Hear how Tim elaborates on each of the 5 T's and the reasons why it's been a key to his success over the years. 

In today's episode, Jim Ransom and Dale Feinauer interview Bryan Brandt, the Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer at Oshkosh Corporation. Bryan discusses how a leader's attitude and influence affect team successes and failures. Focusing on people and developing leaders is imperative to the success of a business or team. Listen in to hear Bryan discuss examples of how great leadership can transform people and teams. 

Dale introduces you to Holly Lifke, Executive Vice President of Human Resources of Bolt Construction. Holly speaks on her experience in HR and of how strategy and people are related. Holly and Dale discuss how people are the drivers of strategy and how important vision, values and grit are to be synced across the company. 

In this episode, Dale dives into types of intelligence and having emotional intelligence. Dale explains what this means and how it relates to leadership styles and success in business. Listen in to find out how critical types of intelligence are and how they affect being a good leader and how to lead others well. 

Continuing in our two-part series with Jim Ransom, this episode addresses work culture, service to clients, and lessons learned through experience. Every leader, meeting, and client lends itself to a learning experience and Jim talks through various experiences he's had that has helped him grow and learn throughout the years. 

Introducing Holly Brenner, the Senior Vice President for C.D. Smith. Holly is in charge of growth for the company and discusses how to lead with your gut along with great leadership insight and experience that has shaped her business journey. 

Do you have deadwood in your organization? Listen in today to find out how to address the deadwood in your organization and what to do about it. We will focus on leadership approaches and training, showing that there is not one right way for leadership.

Today, we speak with Jim Ransom who has extended experience with leadership in many varied roles. In his retirement, Jim now instructs in the Executive MBA program sharing his leadership experience and tips to graduate students.  Today, Jim speaks to his experience with leadership, and how you are able to train and work toward becoming a great leader.  Stay tuned for Part 2, publishing soon!

It's time to achieve more. Join award-winning faculty and industry experts as they discuss business strategies and leadership concepts in a way that's understandable, relatable, and most importantly, applicable. It's Time is hosted by Professor Dale Feinauer, from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh College of Business, interviewing prominent leaders and executives from northeast Wisconsin. Additionally, Feinauer delivers solo episodes that dive deep into fundamental aspects of leadership from his 40+ years of leadership experience.     To quote W. B. Yeats, education is not the filling of a pot, but the lighting of a fire. It's time to fuel that fire—to spark an interest and ignite a passion. As a production of the UW Oshkosh College of Business Graduate Programs, It's Time represents a university without walls, offering free educational content for listeners seeking personal and professional development in business and leadership.      New episodes are released every other Wednesday, featuring industry professionals as guest hosts to discuss business solutions for aspiring leaders, entrepreneurs, educators and alumni.