Sustainable Leadership and Disruptive Growth

In the second part of David's talk with Pierre Le Manh, president and CEO of the Project Management Institute (PMI), they dive deeper into Pierre's strategies for driving innovation and sustainable growth at the world's largest project management organization. Pierre shares his balanced perspective on organic innovation versus inorganic growth through acquisitions and integrations. He emphasizes the need to first define the strategic areas to play in, then use bold moves like acquisitions to quickly illustrate the new strategy to teams. Pierre outlines his top priorities for PMI over the next few years, including leading the AI transformation for the project management profession, redefining project success measures for today's dynamic environment, and expanding PMI's global reach into emerging markets primed for growth. The conversation explores Pierre's leadership philosophies on embracing certain complexities to build organizational resilience while keeping the core purpose and vision simple to unite teams. Pierre provides candid insights into what has propelled his success as a global executive across industries. He shares a formative lesson on the power of transparency from early in his career. Pierre also reflects on the diverse personal experiences that shaped his ability to navigate ambiguity and understand differing cultural perspectives. Tune in for an inside look at how this purposeful leader aims to upskill millions more professionals worldwide while evolving project management for the AI-driven future of work. If you want to learn responsible approaches for sustainable leadership and growth, don't miss this engaging episode.

In this episode of Sustainable Leadership and Disruptive Growth, David Radlo sits down with Pierre Le Manh, the president and CEO of the Project Management Institute. Pierre shares his insights on the growth of the gig economy and remote work trends within project management. He discusses the impacts and adoption of AI technologies in the field, providing a balanced perspective on the benefits and risks. Pierre reflects on his multicultural career journey, from starting businesses at a young age to leading global transformations across industries. He highlights key inflection points, challenges overcome, and lessons learned about managing through unstable periods and different ownership models, like private equity. Throughout the conversation, Pierre emphasizes the importance of having a strong organizational purpose that can motivate teams and attract talent, even amidst short-term pressures. He provides a thoughtful take on reconciling long-term vision with nearer-term financial objectives from investors. Tune in for Pierre's seasoned insights on sustainable leadership philosophies that drive positive disruption and growth in today's rapidly evolving business landscape. If you want to adopt responsible approaches for the future you lead, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

In the second part of the podcast, Melanie van de Velde, the author of "Lead Like a Genius," a pioneering common sense voice, delves into the profound influence of a company's values on talent acquisition. Drawing from her extensive experience in sustainability and leadership, Melanie explores how aligning organizational values with prospective employees' personal beliefs fosters a culture of purpose-driven innovation and attracts top talent committed to driving positive change. Moreover, Melanie addresses a pressing environmental issue highlighted in part one: the marine plastic crisis affecting over 200 species globally. She shines a spotlight on Sweden's innovative approach to waste elimination within their supply chain. Melanie provides insights into how such initiatives can serve as a blueprint for businesses worldwide seeking to adopt sustainable practices and combat pressing environmental challenges. Join us for an insightful discussion that explores the intersection of corporate values, talent acquisition, and sustainable supply chain management.

Join David this week as he sits down with Melanie van de Velde, a pioneering common sense voice in the fight against climate change, pollution, poverty, and social injustice. As the founder of Big Tree Global, Melanie has empowered business leaders and students worldwide with groundbreaking insights on tackling humanity's greatest sustainability challenges. Her award-winning research, nominated by Cambridge University, uncovers the "genius" factor behind initiatives achieving an astounding 200-400% greater impact while driving incremental cash flow and growth for-profit and non-profit entities alike. Melanie's latest book, "Lead Like a Genius," takes readers on an inspirational journey to outgrow the competition while transforming our world for the better. A true visionary leader, Melanie shares her trailblazing strategies for driving sustainable change and disruptive growth. Don't miss this illuminating conversation that will inspire you to embrace your inner genius and become an agent of positive change.

After recounting her against-the-odds journey to Olympic gold, in the episode's second half Nikki shares how the mental fortitude and resilience of an elite athlete can be applied to overcoming challenges and setbacks in everyday life. Drawing on her experiences recovering from injury and intense training to reach the pinnacle of her sport, Nikki provides inspiring perspectives on maintaining focus, bouncing back from disappointment, and believing in one's ability to achieve goals. She also discusses some of the key principles that now guide her work as a coach and as a parent, helping develop grit, courage, and strength of character in others. Tune in for an uplifting and practical conversation on how Nikki's gold-medal mindset can help us all strive for excellence.

Here is a podcast episode description written in the third person about Nikki Stone:David welcomes Olympic gold medalist Nikki Stone to the show this week on Sustainable Leadership and Disruptive Growth. In this inspiring episode, listeners will hear the story of how Nikki made history in 1998 as the first American to win gold in inverted aerial skiing, just two years after suffering a spinal injury that left her unable to walk. Now retired from competition, Nikki shares how she overcame the odds through perseverance and determination, and discusses her current work coaching athletes, partnering with charities, and using her incredible life story to motivate others. Tune in for an uplifting conversation about reaching one's full human potential, leading through adversity, and making a positive difference in the lives of others.

We honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a special encore discussion on leadership, civil rights, and moving forward together. Acclaimed neurosurgeon and former Housing and Urban Development Secretary Dr. Ben Carson joins David to share his unique perspectives on race, community, faith, and equality in America. Dr. Carson reflects on our nation's progress since the civil rights movement while weighing in on today's challenges. He calls for common-ground solutions to issues like border policy, healthcare, and more. From uplifting personal stories to insightful commentary on respecting our differences, this powerful conversation provides inspiration to carry on Dr. King's legacy.TRANSCRIPTION (AI transcription software was sued to convert spoken language into written text)David: I'm honored to be joined this week by Dr. Ben Carson. Ben is a groundbreaking neurosurgeon who served as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development from 2017 to 2021. You might recall he was also a candidate for president in the 2016 Republican primaries. Currently, he's the chairman of the American Cornerstone Institute and an author of several books, including his new and most timely book, Created Equal.Mr. Secretary, Dr. Carson. Welcome to the podcast.Ben: Thank you. I'm delighted to be with you in yourDavid: books gifted hands and created equal. You shared some of your humble beginnings and background arising from poverty in Detroit and Boston, including incidents of clear racism with threats to schooling, playing football and honors received.You also mentioned how you were able to get some surprising, mystical and extraordinary gifts. A note after falling asleep, traveling with your wife, Candy going 90 miles an hour in a car earlier in your life. Our dream helped you through a key test while at Yale. In addition, as well as the difficult surgeries and political tax on faith.Dr. Martin Luther King said, trouble will come upon you. Disappointment will rain on your door. Like a tidal wave. If you don't have a deep and patient faith. It ain't gonna make it. How important has faith been in your life? And how has it navigated you through such as these difficult situations into becoming the expert worldwide neurosurgeon that handled conjoined twins and other extraordinarily difficult situations?Ben: I would dare say that I couldn't do any of that without the incredible faith that has brought me through so many trials. I hearken back to The fact that I had a horrible temper and I would just go fly off the handle and want to seek revenge, harm people, regardless of the consequences. It was after such an incident where I tried to stab another teenager with a camping knife that I was locked in the bathroom and I was thinking about my life.I turned things around academically very significantly, but I knew I would never achieve my dream of becoming a doctor with a temper like that. I would end up in jail, reform school, or the grave, and I just said, Lord, I can't control my temper. And there was a Bible there, and I picked it up, and there were all these verses in the book of Proverbs about anger, and also about fools, and it all seemed like they were written about me.For three hours, I prayed and contemplated and read, and it dawned on me during that time, it was always about me, my, and I. Somebody did this to me, they took my thing, I want this. I said, if you learn how to step out of the center of the equation, let it be about somebody else. You won't be angry. That was the last day I had an angry outburst.And I recognized at that point, God was real. He was more than somebody you learned about in church. And it really changed my life. And I began to really depend on him at that point in time. And it's been something that has gotten me through so many trials. When I was a first year medical student.I did poorly on the first set of comprehensive exams, and I was sent to see my counselor who said, You seem like a very intelligent young man. I bet there's a lot you could do outside of medicine. He tried to convince me to drop out of medical school. He said I wasn't cut out for medicine, and I would just torment myself and everybody else, and they could help me get into another discipline.The only thing I'd wanted to do was be a doctor since I was eight years old. I started thinking, what kind of courses have you always done well in, and what kind of courses have you struggled in? And I realized I did very well in courses where I did a lot of reading, and I struggled in courses where I listened to a lot of boring lectures, because I don't get anything out of boring lectures.Nothing at all. And yet, there I was, six to eight hours a day, sitting in boring lectures. So I made an executive decision to skip the boring lectures and to spend that time reading. And the rest of medical school was a snap after that. And some years later when I was back at my medical school as the commencement speaker, I was looking for that counselor because I was going to tell him he wasn't cut out to be a counselor.Because so many people are just negative. They never seem to be able to figure out a positive thing to say.David: Thanks for sharing that positive, transformative experience due to your great faith. As you mentioned on life, Martin Luther King discussed the three dimensions of a complete life and the onward push for fulfillment, helping others and the upward reach for God.Dr. King preached loving your enemies with agape and finding what's good in your enemies and finding what's wrong with yourself on the road being judged by your content, your character, and not your skin color. He spoke about even in prison, finding out how much white jail guards made, and they should perhaps join his movement.You said that in America, we valued each individual as unique being in someone who can be a special perspective to the table so we can work together to come up with common sense solutions to problems and believe that we've progressed to a point where many African American businesses, political doctors, and other professionals trades.Where people are more open minded about each other and believe that people are indeed created equal Can you kindly comment on certain common sense solutions? That you have been involved with to address underserved communities that improve lives, as well as other key lessons learned from your career.Ben: Yeah, one of the things that has been very important to me is the whole concept of self sufficiency. And that was really the reason that I, Wanted to take the job as the secretary of housing and urban development. There were so many things that were built into the system that kept people dependent. I worked very hard to enhance and improve and expand programs that would lead to self sufficiency so that when people, for instance, made more money on the job.Instead of having to report that, so that your rent could go up, you would record it, but instead of the rent going up, the extra money could go into an escrow. And over the course of a few years, you might be able to accumulate enough for a down payment on your own house. And home ownership is the principal mechanism of wealth accumulation in this country.The average net worth of a renter is 5, 000. The average net worth of a homeowner is 200, 000. That's a 40 fold difference. And in many cases, we're talking about the same money that is used to either be squandered or to go into creating that nest egg. Those are the kinds of things that really make a difference in people's lives.And then we've worked very hard to create The Carson Scholars Fund, in which we recognize students from all backgrounds who achieve at the highest academic levels and also who care about other people. You have to do both. We give them rewards, including scholarships as early as the fourth grade.So that the other kids look at them, and instead of that old nerd, Wow, that kid has a scholarship. He's only in the fourth or the fifth grade. What the heck did he do? And a lot of teachers tell us that other kids start trying harder at that point. And then we also put in reading rooms, and that's absolutely critical.There's over 260 of them now. around the country, primarily in Title I schools, where a lot of kids come from homes with few or no books. They go to schools that don't have a budget of significance for libraries. Most kids are not likely to become readers, but you put these incredible rooms in the school with all kinds of fascinating books.The rooms are decorated frequently in a way that's consistent with the area where they're found. For instance, one that's near a NASA site is Decorate it like a space capsule. You look through one window, you see the Earth. Another one, you see the Moon. Another one, E. T. And the kids just love these places, and they get points for the number of books they read.And they can trade them in for prizes. But, in the beginning, they're interested in the prizes, but it doesn't take long before that begins to affect their academic achievement. And many studies have shown us that if a child is reading at grade level by grade three, it changes the trajectory of their lives.That's what it's really all about. We're made in the image of God. Tremendous potential, but it has to be directed correctly. IDavid: appreciate the thoughtful introspection. Turning to systematic racism, you stated by taking every incident of perceived racial discrimination and magnifying it, repeating it incessantly, the case for systematic racism is made.The guilt and shame is done to manipulate the public. Could you then please explain for our listeners as to why there are calls there for systematic racism? Black and minority victimization and critical race theory and related calls to defund rather than support the police?Ben: It really doesn't make a lot of sense to defund the police under any circumstances.But you take something like the George Floyd incident. It was repeated ince

In the episode's riveting second half, General Tata dives deeper into his expert geopolitical and military threat assessment, analyzing rising dangers from adversarial nations and terrorist groups. He spotlights his #1 leadership lesson learned over his decorated three-decade army career—one applicable to both the battlefield and the boardroom. General Tata also lets listeners in on the secret sauce behind his bestselling action thriller novels that have propelled him to the top of the genre. However, Tata expresses concern that the recent Hamas attack on Israel could inspire domestic attacks within the US as well. With insider military experience combating extremist groups abroad, he assesses the ideological threats incubating inside America today. Tune in to hear General Tata's unique blend of leadership wisdom, geostrategic analysis, and fiction writing secrets, as well as his assessment of threats both foreign and domestic. The second half of this week's episode of Sustainable Leadership & Disruptive Growth is one listeners dare not miss.

Retired Brigadier General and Tata Leadership Group CEO Anthony Tata joins David Radlo on this week's episode of Sustainable Leadership & Disruptive Growth to tackle pressing global security questions. Drawing on his 34-year decorated military career, Tata assesses whether the world has become more or less safe in recent times. He spotlights major intelligence failures and economic crises undermining stability. With deaths mounting in Ukraine, Tata explores diplomatic off-ramps. Given Chinese, Iranian, North Korean, and Russian saber rattling, he analyzes paths to a safer world. Beyond Tata's public service, he is also a bestselling geopolitical thriller author. Tune in to hear this battlefield commander-turned-novelist apply his strategic insights to today's turbulent landscape.

In part two of David's talk with Alfonso Carney III, the Founder of Enrich Scholars. They dive deeper into the remarkable growth Alfonso has achieved, like major brand collaborations with Wayfair and Fidelity. Yet despite this rapid expansion, Alfonso stays grounded in Enrich Scholars' greater purpose. For him, the most surprising and meaningful impact has been watching students transcend their circumstances to become change agents. Hear Alfonso's uplifting vision for developing generations of students of color into transformational leaders.

Alfonso Carney III is a champion for equity, working tirelessly to create opportunities for students of color to thrive. As the founder of Enrich Scholars, Alfonso helps these students harness their potential and develop the skills needed to excel in their careers. With his own diverse background spanning finance, law, consulting, and more, Alfonso draws from his wealth of experience to provide sage advice to the next generation of leaders. Join David as Alfonso shares his inspirational journey and actionable insights on topics like navigating opportunities. Discover how students of color can overcome obstacles, find mentors, and ultimately achieve their biggest dreams. Alfonso's wisdom will inspire and equip all listeners to become leaders committed to opportunity and justice for all.

This is the conclusion of David's conversation with Eric Tannenbaum, the founder of The Tannenbaum Company, on this episode of Sustainable Leadership & Disruptive Growth. Eric has been a legend in the entertainment industry, producing some of the most iconic and beloved shows on television, such as “Two and a Half Men,” “Mad About You,” and “The King of Queens.” Eric has told us his inspiring story of how he rose from a comedy writer to a top executive and shared with us his wisdom on how to create quality and original content, how to adapt to the changing market and consumer preferences, and how to lead with authenticity and courage. In this last segment, Eric busts some of the myths and stereotypes of show business and tells us which of his many hit shows he is most proud of. You might be surprised by his answer, so don't miss this thrilling and enlightening conclusion.

Are you ready to be inspired by one of the most influential and creative minds in the entertainment industry? In this episode of Sustainable Leadership & Disruptive Growth, David welcomes Eric Tannenbaum, the executive producer and founder of The Tannenbaum Company. Eric has been behind some of the most successful and popular shows in television history, such as “Two and a Half Men,” “Mad About You,” and “The King of Queens.” He has also been a leader and innovator in the industry, developing new formats, genres, and platforms for storytelling. Eric shares with us his insights on how to create engaging and memorable content, how to adapt to the changing trends and demands of the audience, and how to lead with passion and integrity. This is a conversation you don't want to miss, so tune in and get ready to learn from a master of entertainment.

In the conclusion of this week's episode of "Sustainable Leadership and Disruptive Growth," join David Radlo as he continues his conversation with the brilliant Thomas Dakich. As a seasoned attorney with a remarkable career spanning over three decades in the telecommunications and data center industries, Tom has closed awe-inspiring transactions worth over $500 million across the globe. In part two, we delve into the far-reaching impact of the CHIPS Act, a landmark legislation enacted by the States Congress and signed into law by President Biden. Tom sheds light on the profound implications of this act, exploring how it is set to revolutionize the telecommunications landscape and create unprecedented opportunities for growth and innovation. Tom also unveils an ambitious project that he has been tirelessly working on—a project that aims to transform the connectivity landscape starting from Chicago and extending eastward into underserved communities and rural areas. High-speed fiber optic cables lie at the heart of this visionary endeavor, serving as the catalyst for bridging the digital divide and empowering communities that have long been overlooked. Tune in as Tom shares the remarkable story of how this visionary project came together. Discover the power of connectivity, the immense potential for change, and the limitless possibilities that lie ahead as we strive to create a world where no community is left behind.

In this week's episode of "Sustainable Leadership and Disruptive Growth," David Radlo welcomes a true visionary and problem solver, Thomas Dakich. With over 30 years of experience as a practicing attorney in the telecommunications and data center industries, Tom has spearheaded groundbreaking transactions totaling over $500 million worldwide. From solving intricate infrastructure challenges to navigating labor stoppages in diverse regions, Tom's expertise knows no bounds. Join us as we delve into Tom's remarkable journey and uncover his unwavering belief in the transformative potential of high-speed fiber-optic cables. Tom shares his profound insights on leveraging cutting-edge technology to improve the lives of underserved communities and empower rural agriculture areas. Prepare to be inspired as Tom shares his unique perspective on sustainable leadership, disruptive growth, and the immense potential of high-speed fiber-optic cables.

In this episode, David concludes his captivating chat with Marques Martin, a partner at FVLCRUM. David and Marques dive deeper into the role of private equity in unlocking the potential of closing the racial wealth gap and investing in underserved communities. Marques reveals the values that drive their investment choices, and how they achieve remarkable returns by prioritizing key factors such as diversity and inclusion. They also discuss Marques' experiences at FVLCRUM, and how his partnership with Harrison Perry and Ben Carson has empowered the firm to stay focused on creating value in the companies they invest in. So sit back, relax, and join us for this inspiring podcast episode as Marques Martin shares his wisdom and stories on private equity and creating value in underserved communities.

In this episode, David is joined by Marques Martin, a Partner at FVLCRUM, a private equity firm that transforms the businesses it invests in. Marques has a remarkable career of over 15 years, where he has mastered the art of private equity investing, strategy development, and corporate finance. He has also been a trailblazer in the industry, as a co-founder of The Inkwell Group, a lower middle-market private equity firm based in Washington, DC. Listen to Marques as he reveals his secrets and stories that have propelled him to his current role, and how his passion for finance has shaped his career. Don't miss this inspiring podcast episode to discover more about Marques Martin and his amazing career journey!

Join us for this inspiring and uplifting conclusion to David's conversation with Dr. Vanila Singh, and discover how her insights and leadership are shaping the medical field and making a difference in the lives of millions of people. In this episode, we continue our discussion on pain management, focusing on alternate therapies, such as acupuncture, physical therapy, and personal training. Dr. Singh shares her insights on the benefits of these therapies and how they can play a significant role in a patient's pain management journey. She also offers valuable advice to the next generation of doctors. She shares her own experiences and challenges, as well as how to overcome them and become a successful medical professional.

This week David sits down with Dr. Vanila Singh, former Chief Medical Officer at the Department of Health and Human Services, and a Clinical Associate Professor at Stanford Medical School. Dr. Singh is an expert on pain management and a patient advocate who has dedicated over 25 years to the medical field. In this inspiring and insightful conversation, we explore the topic of chronic pain affecting over 50 million people and high-impact pain affecting over 20 million people. Dr. Singh sheds light on the challenges and myths surrounding pain management and why a patient-centered approach is crucial. We dive deeper into why a one-size-fits-all approach is problematic and how individualized patient care can make a huge difference in their pain management journey. Her leadership and advocacy have paved the way for a more patient-centered approach to pain management and have influenced policymaking at the highest levels. Join us for this inspiring conversation with Dr. Vanila Singh, and learn how her leadership and expertise are shaping the medical field and making a difference in the lives of millions of people.

David concludes his conversation with Dr. Benjamin Carson, the groundbreaking neurosurgeon and former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. In part two, Dr. Carson talks about the importance of being nice, the positive strides we've made since the Civil Rights movement, the importance of Faith, Life, Liberty, and Community, and veracity in coming to meaningful solutions to all, and how the American Cornerstone Institute delivers much more than a normal 'think tank'.

David is honored to welcome Dr. Benjamin Carson to the podcast. Dr. Carson is a groundbreaking neurosurgeon who served as the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development from 2017 to 2021. Currently, he's the Chairman of the American Cornerstone Institute, an organization founded with the purpose of building unity throughout this country based on founding principles of Faith, Liberty, Life, and Community. He is the author of several books, including his latest, Created Equal: The Painful Past, Confusing Present, and Hopeful Future of Race in America. In part one, Dr. Carson shares the impact that faith has had on his life, common-sense solutions to address underserved communities, and why resilience outweighs victimhood. Dr. Carson exclusively shares with us his views and experiences upon reflection of certain key teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King.

In the conclusion of David's conversation with Jeff Dudan, the chairman and CEO of Homefront Brands and former CEO of AdvantaClean, Jeff shares his passion for entrepreneurship and how he developed his franchise model.

Jeff Dudan is David's guest on the podcast this week. Jeff is the chairman and CEO of Homefront Brands, and former CEO of AdvantaClean. He's also a podcaster and author and has more than three decades of experience in the home improvement franchising industry. In part one, Jeff shares his story of being a bootstrapping entrepreneur, and he discusses the importance of discernment, and why it matters in entrepreneurship.

In the conclusion of David's conversation with Dr. Miriam Nelson, the President and CEO of the Newman's Own Foundation, Miriam discusses the legacy of Paul Newman and breaks down how they've become more laser-focused on their three overarching operating goals.

This year, Newman's Own celebrates its 40th anniversary by refocusing its mission on supporting organizations that helps kids who face adversity, and this week, David welcomes Dr. Miriam Nelson to the podcast. Miriam is the President and CEO of the Newman's Own Foundation, an organization that has been credited for pioneering the idea of a philanthropic enterprise.  In part one, Miriam shares what prepared her to take on the role of President and CEO in 2020, the kinds of organizations that can apply for a grant from Newman's Own, and demystifies the world of philanthropy.

In the conclusion of David's conversation with Erik Anderson, the CEO of SIQ Basketball, Erik discusses the importance of SIQ being approved by FIBA for gameplay, and he shares the challenges of running a company with a global workforce.

Erik Anderson is David's guest this week. Erik is the CEO of SIQ Basketball, the creator of the world's first smart basketball approved by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) for gameplay. Erik started his career in venture capital, but now he's combined his two greatest loves: Basketball and startups. In part one, Erik talks about his evolution from an investor to an entrepreneur.  Erik also breaks down SIQ Basketball's value proposition and talks about the growth of the global sports tech industry.

In the conclusion of David's conversation with Harrison Perry, the Co-Founder of FVLCRUM, Harrison talks about his private equity fund's secret sauce, and he walks us through a typical week in the life of Harrison Perry.

David welcomes Harrison Perry. Harrison is a Partner and Co-Founder of FVLCRUM, a private equity fund focused on reducing the wealth gap and investing in underserved communities. In part one, Harrison shares how his time at North Carolina and Northwestern prepared him for his career, what the life of an investment banker looks like, and why he loves working with smaller teams.

In the conclusion of David's conversation with Joe Moglia, the former Chairman & CEO of TD Ameritrade and the former Head Football Coach at Coastal Carolina, Joe shares what he looks for when it comes to his advisors and board members. He also provides his unvarnished opinion on how the NCAA is doing when it comes to allowing college athletes to sell their name, image, and likeness.

Just in time for football season, David welcomes an extraordinary self-made leader that has served as both a college football head coach and major blue chip financial industry executive. Joe Moglia is the former Chairman & CEO of TD Ameritrade and the former Head Football Coach at Coastal Carolina. He is currently Coastal Carolina's chair of athletics and executive director for football. In part one, Joe shares his journey from the gridiron to Wall Street and back and how to deliver a great value proposition in sports and business.

In the conclusion of David's conversation with Jeff Boutelle, the CEO of Pharmavite, Jeff talks about the future of Nature Made and shares his thoughts on why being a people-focused leader is the hallmark of great leadership.

David welcomes Jeff Boutelle to the podcast. Jeff is the CEO of Nature Made's Parent company Pharmavite, a Subsidiary of Otsuka Pharmaceuticals. He's previously served as CEO of Beech-Nut Nutrition and worked for major brands like Abbott, Nestle, and Procter & Gamble. In part one, Jeff shares Nature Made's biggest driver of growth and the effect the pandemic has had on their brands.

In the conclusion of David's conversation with global philanthropist, Steve Killelea, Steve talks about his own legacy and why military missions can be a positive force in waging peace in the modern era.

David welcomes Steve Killelea to the podcast. Over the last two decades, Steve has applied his business skills to his many global philanthropic activities, including an internationally renowned global think tank and a private family charity. He's also the author of Peace in the Age of Chaos: The Best Solution for a Sustainable Future. In part one, Steve shares how an Australian IT entrepreneur become a global philanthropist and why he was inspired to build one of the largest private overseas aid organizations in the world.

In the conclusion of David's conversation with William Fay, the former President of Production of Legendary Pictures  & current CEO at Steric Systems, Bill shares advice on finding the right partner and how his current venture is going to disrupt the spirits industry.

David welcomes William Fay to the podcast. Bill is the former President of Production of Legendary Pictures and current CEO of Steric Systems. During his illustrious film career, he's been involved in the making of blockbuster movies like Independence Day, 300, and The Hangover series. Now he's on a mission to disrupt the spirits' industry with PureSmooth a patent-pending electronic filtration-type process for making spirits smoother and more flavorful. In part one, Bill talks about how he transformed his early struggles in Hollywood into a 'Legendary' career and the importance of leveraging data and analytics in show business.

In the conclusion of David's discussion with Lisa Gable, the author of Turnaround: How to Change Course When Things Are Going South, Lisa shares her secret sauce for raising money and her recommendations for anyone going through large-scale corporate re-organizations.

David welcomes Lisa Gable to the podcast. Lisa is a best-selling author, a former CEO and a U.S. Ambassador, a Presidential, Secretarial, and Gubernatorial Advisor. She's an advisor to Fortune 500 companies and has orchestrated the successful turnarounds of private and public organizations in all industries. In part one, Lisa shares what she learned from working with four U.S. presidents and two governors, what's fueled Intel's dominance and longevity and the importance of visualizing the future.

In the conclusion of David's talk with Paul Shapiro, the CEO of The Better Meat Co.,  Paul discusses the mission of his company, how taxes would benefit the alternative protein space, and the importance of partnerships with Hormel and Purdue.

David welcomes Paul Shapiro, the CEO of The Better Meat Co. to the podcast. Paul's team has pioneered new ways of producing animal-free protein and generated ingredients that empower food companies to improve sustainability while making the meatiest alt-protein possible. In part one, Paul talks about the acceleration of the alternative protein revolution, how the perception of vegans has changed, and what inspired him to write the bestselling book “Clean Meat” and build The Better Meat Co.

David wraps up his discussion with physician turned entrepreneur, Dr. Merlynn Carson, the award-winning founder and CEO of Myriddian, a Health IT consulting firm that integrates data, healthcare, and workforce solutions for better patient outcomes. In part two, Merlynn shares why her husband invested in Myriddian while they were still dating and what drives her to connect with other female entrepreneurs and help them to succeed.

David welcomes Dr. Merlynn Carson to the podcast. Merlynn is the award-winning founder and CEO of Myriddian, a Health IT consulting firm that integrates data, healthcare, and workforce solutions for better patient outcomes. Myriddian has grown into a national firm, boasting a clientele of Fortune 100 companies and Federal and state government agencies. In part one, Merlynn talks about her transition from physician to entrepreneur, the impact of COVID-19 on her business and on healthcare, and how transparency, honesty & relationships have helped Myriddian grow exponentially.

David wraps up his conversation with Dr. Chris Nowinski, the co-founder of the Concussion Legacy Foundation. In part two, Chris shares his thoughts on how head injuries are currently being handled at the professional and collegiate level, why he's urging parents to have their kids play flag football until age 14, and what he's doing to find funding for the Concussion Legacy Foundation.

David welcomes Dr. Chris Nowinski, the co-founder of the Concussion Legacy Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to solving the sports concussion crisis. Chris has been described by VICE Sports as “the man most responsible for making CTE part of the national conversation.” In part one, Chris explains how a pro wrestler turned into a trailblazing neuroscientist and why he chose to disrupt the way we handle head injuries in sports and in the military.

David concludes his conversation with Rodney B. Herenton, the Founder and Co-Chief Executive of Channing Capital Management, a $3.5 billion investment management firm. In part two, Rodney talks about the importance of choosing the right partner in business and in life and how his network of family, friends, and colleagues have influenced his stratospheric success.

David welcomes a 20-year veteran of the investment management industry, Rodney B. Herenton. Rodney is the Founder and Co-Chief Executive of Channing Capital Management, a $3.5 billion investment management firm. In part one, Rodney talks about his journey from Moorehouse College to the banking industry, his biggest takeaways from pursuing an MBA at Harvard, and the motivation behind his transition from investment banking to capital management.

David concludes his talk with Jack Derby, a long-time startup CEO, college professor, investor and volunteer with entrepreneurship organizations. In part two, Jack discusses what he learned about teaching during his time as  a volunteer in the Peace Corps, why his wife Jan has been a vital part of his personal and professional life, and the importance of continuing education. Jack also talks about his $10 million endowment to Tufts, that ensures the university will continue to help students develop an entrepreneurial mindset and the skills to turn ideas into successful ventures.

David's guest this week is Jack Derby. Jack is a long-time professor of entrepreneurship and marketing at Tufts University and M.I.T.  He's been at the helm of several companies and startups, and in 1990, he founded Derby Management, a consulting firm specializing in strategic business planning ang revenue growth. In part one, Jack shares how his "Science of Sales" can help accelerate growth and maximize performance and the importance of inviting guest lecturers and certified coaches to help his students in the classroom.

David concludes his conversation with Scott Svenson, the co-founder, and CEO of MOD PIZZA. In part two, Scott talks about how MOD pivoted during the pandemic, the importance of taking care of his team, and what it means to have a strong partner in business and in life.

This week David is joined by Scott Svenson, the co-founder, and CEO of MOD PIZZA. After founding and selling a couple of businesses in the UK, Scott and his wife returned to the Pacific Northwest where they built a family-friendly pizza restaurant that was fast, healthy, and affordable. In part one, Scott shares why he fell in love with entrepreneurship, what he's learned from failure, the inspiration for building and then selling the Seattle Coffee Company, and why he decided to get into the pizza industry.