Podcasts about Chief operating officer

Ever felt like you're carrying the weight of growth, but struggling to shift your company from band-aids to real, sustainable breakthroughs?Meet Nicki Baty, COO at Freshpet, who's rewriting the playbook for second-in-command leadership inside a rocketship culture. In this revealing conversation, Nicki Baty opens up to host Sivana Brewer about pioneering a COO role from scratch, installing trust (in teams and at home), and building a business fueled by missionary drive, not mercenaries.Explore how to turn constant change into your secret weapon, earn buy-in when the North Star keeps moving, and design a culture that scales with speed without chaos.You can't afford to run on autopilot or yesterday's wins. Discover the steps that separate successful COOs from those stuck in a cycle of busyness. Listen now for exclusive insights you can't afford to miss. The next wave of growth is already here, and this episode holds the edge.Timestamped Highlights[00:00] - The one guarantee for every COO—how to win when change is constant[03:41] - Missionaries vs. mercenaries: Why purpose-driven teams deliver differently[07:40] - Moving a family across continents for growth—what business leaders really learn[12:11] - “Making room in the boat”: Building trust, networks, and resilient teams on the fly[19:12] - Nicki reveals how to plan post-onboarding in a brand new leadership role[23:35] - Finding your “most valuable pet parent” and reshaping the company around them[28:35] - The surprising power of Freshpet's pioneering spirit—and what big companies still get dead wrong[37:13] - The real difference between strategic priorities and tactical noise (and how most teams get stuck)About the GuestNicki Baty is the Chief Operating Officer at Freshpet, a company redefining the pet nutrition industry with its human-grade, refrigerated pet food. Formerly President and General Manager of Hill's Pet Nutrition US (Colgate-Palmolive), Nicki's career has spanned the globe—from the UK and Europe to Asia and the Americas. She is recognized for her track record in scaling organizations, her passionate belief in purpose-driven work, and her relentless focus on building trust and sustainable growth in fast-moving environments.

George Byczynski is a defense and security expert specializing in Central and Eastern Europe. He is an Adviser to the UK's All-Party Parliamentary Group on Poland and a Chief Operating Officer of Anders de Wiart Associates. A former Adviser to the All-Party Parliamentary Groups on Lithuania and Ukraine and a founder of the British Poles Media Group. He holds an LLM in International Law from the University of Westminster and a BSc in International Politics from Brunel University. He is a member of the New Security Leaders of the Warsaw Security Forum and co-author of the reports Three Seas Initiative and the Opportunities for Global Britain and Financing the Future – How to Attract More Foreign Investors to the Three Seas Region. He was awarded the Commission of National Education Honours (KEN) by the Polish Minister of Education and the “Ambassador of Polish History” state award by the Institute of National Remembrance. Byczynski volunteers for the Royal British Legion and the RAF Museum Charity and serves as an Ace Ambassador of the National Spitfire Project. This lecture examines the critical contributions of the British Polish community and the United Kingdom government to Poland's Solidarity movement during the 1980s. It analyzes the significance of the Polish Solidarity Campaign, Solidarity Working Group and the strategic advocacy by Polish émigrés in briefing British parliamentarians, the imposition of economic and diplomatic sanctions on Poland's communist regime following the introduction of martial law in December 1981, the public demonstrations that galvanized support for the Polish cause and the multifaceted approach of British trade unions towards Polish anti-communist movements. The lecture elucidates how these concerted efforts bolstered Poland's struggle for liberty and shaped the broader narrative of international solidarity against the communist oppression. This lecture is part of the 18th Annual Symposium of the Kosciuszko Chair of Polish Studies. The Kościuszko Chair serves as a center for Polish Studies in the broadest sense, including learning, teaching, researching, and writing about Poland's culture, history, heritage, religion, government, economy, and successes in the arts, sciences, and letters, with special emphasis on the achievements of Polish civilization and its relation to other nations, particularly the United States. This year, the 17th annual Kościuszko Chair Conference focuses on the topic of threats and opportunities in the Intermarium. **Learn more about IWP graduate programs: https://www.iwp.edu/academics/graduate-degree-programs/ ***Make a gift to the IWP Kosciuszko Chair of Polish Studies: https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E231090&id=4

On this episode of In AI We Trust?, EqualAI President and CEO Miriam Vogel sat down for a conversation with Dr. Chris Howard, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Arizona State University (ASU). They reflected on EqualAI's recent AI Literacy Initiative event with ASU in Scottsdale, Arizona, featuring ASU President Michael Crow, Taylor Stockton, CIO of DOL, ASU Chief Information Officer Lev Gonick, Dean of ASU's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism Battinto Batts, and Dean of ASU's Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College Carole Basile, among other notable speakers. Dr. Howard and Miriam Vogel dove into ASU leadership on AI and education, including how ASU is using AI to help build human capacity and create impact for students and learners as they prepare to enter the workforce, and how AI fits in with ASU's charter statement.

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Tuesday, March 10, 20264:20 pm: RedState contributor Ward Clark joins the show to discuss his recent piece that ponders if President Donald Trump is reshaping the world by punishing socialist regimes.4:38 pm: Molly Moore, Chief Operating Officer for LiveOps, joins Rod and Greg to discuss a Federal Communications Commission proposal to limit U.S. telecom firms use of foreign call centers and require their workers to be proficient in English.6:05 pm: State Representative Karianne Lisonbee joins the show to discuss her decision to run for Congress in Utah's 2nd District against incumbent and fellow Republican Blake Moore.6:38 pm: Peter Rosenberger, author, caregiver and national radio host, joins Rod and Greg to discuss his piece for The Blaze about how, following the death of Rush Limbaugh, his audience became scattered.

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This week we are joined by the industry legend that is John Oxley!John has 40 years experience in leisure management having started out as Lifeguard. Senior leadership roles include Commercial Director and Group Operations Director for Everyone Active, Managing Director for mission-led charity Active Nation and Chief Operating Officer for Places Leisure. He is currently CEO at Stockport Active CIC (Life Leisure), an NED at ActiveXchange, and a Board Advisor to the Longevity Network. He is a Fellow of CIMSPA and has developed and delivers a Transformational Leadership Programme for the active well-being sector.John takes us through his journey, his learnings and how you can develop your career. So many amazing bits of info from what is one of the most well respected voices in the industry

Are you trapped in operational chaos, fighting burnout, and searching for a formula that actually scales? You're not alone. This electrifying episode features Guillaume Bouvard, Co-founder, COO and CMO of Extend, as he sits down with Sivana Brewer to reveal the real-life victories and invisible battles behind explosive fintech growth. From his unusual rise at American Express to building a team of true experts (not just generalists), Guillaume exposes the proven rituals, painful lessons, and cultural shifts that unstick founders and COOs worldwide.If you've ever wrestled with hiring mistakes, boardroom pressure, or the fear of letting go, this conversation is your playbook for escaping overwhelm right now. Tune in for exclusive strategies you won't hear from the usual talking heads—and avoid the pain of staying stuck another quarter. Listen now, because your breakthrough can't wait and these field-tested insights are only found here.Timestamped Highlights[00:00] – The daring anti-micromanagement view that reshaped a whole company's culture[00:07:08] – Why Guillaume became COO and what most founders never tell you about picking partners[00:09:12] – How a “no two days alike” mindset powers world-class operations without chaos[00:12:27] – The little-known boardroom rituals that drive results, build trust, and end nasty surprises[00:19:44] – Guillaume's radical philosophy for staying engaged, focused, and unshakable against daily setbacks[00:21:01] – The breakthrough hiring lesson that can rescue any leader from burnout (before it's too late)[00:28:14] – Steal-this-process: Monday all-hands, relentless transparency, and celebrating the hidden heroes[00:34:29] – Real-life wins: How a single empowered team member triggered a market wave using curiosityAbout the GuestGuillaume Bouvard is the Co-founder, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Marketing Officer of Extend, a venture-backed digital credit card platform revolutionizing spend management for banks and businesses. With more than two decades of leadership across American Express and international fintech, Guillaume blends corporate discipline with disruptive startup agility. His obsession with hiring world-class talent, building intentional culture, and empowering true ownership makes him a sought-after voice for COOs ready to scale with clarity and conviction.

Dominick D'Aleo, the Chief Operating Officer of IGC Hospitality, discuses the nuances of managing a large-scale hospitality group in New York City. Dominick shares his transition from a financial analyst to a seasoned hospitality leader, emphasizing IGC's core "Four H's" philosophy: Human being, Hospitality, Humble, and Hungry. The conversation explores how IGC leverages data through platforms like SevenRooms to provide "unreasonable hospitality" and personalized guest experiences, while also navigating modern challenges such as a shifting labor market, rising costs, and changing alcohol consumption trends. Ultimately, Dominick underscores the importance of "extreme ownership," authentic leadership, and continuous learning as the primary drivers for resilience and success in the restaurant industry.10 Key Takeaways The "Four H's" Framework: IGC Hospitality operates on the pillars of being a Human being (accepting mistakes), providing Hospitality (the "X factor"), staying Humble (open to criticism), and remaining Hungry(entrepreneurial mindset). Personalization via Data: The group uses CRM data from SevenRooms to build guest profiles, tracking specific spends and preferences to customize every visit, such as having a favorite drink ready or providing a handwritten note. "Unreasonable Hospitality": Inspired by the concept of going above and beyond, Dominick's team proactively reaches out to guests to find ways to enhance their experience, aiming to create "regulars" through word-of-mouth. Adapting to the New Workforce: Post-COVID hiring requires individualizing the employee experience, recognizing that the younger generation has different values and requires more intentional validation and interpersonal engagement. Extreme Ownership: Dominick integrates Jocko Willink's "extreme ownership" philosophy into the company culture, teaching staff from all levels—including bathroom attendants—to take full responsibility for their roles. The "Plus One" Program: To combat declining alcohol sales, the group gamified "suggestive selling," encouraging servers to use their personalities to secure one additional drink order per guest. Growth in Non-Alcoholic Options: There has been a "dead through the roof" increase in high-margin, non-alcoholic cocktail, coffee, and tea sales, which Dominick views as a significant revenue opportunity. Resilience through Innovation: The New York restaurant scene's survival during COVID—building 1,500 street restaurants in days—showcases the unique resilience and "first responder" nature of hospitality workers. Knowledge as a Tool for Efficiency: Providing staff with specific financial knowledge (e.g., the cost of a broken plate) led to employees creating their own SOPs that reduced breakage expenses by 35%. AI as a Strategic Sounding Board: Dominick uses ChatGPT by feeding it his personal business notes and venue data to act as a "mainframe" for advice, specifically asking for alternative views to challenge his own gut instincts.

Claudine Ripert is the Chief Operating Officer of Critical Control Restoration, where she works alongside executive teams during high-pressure operational disruptions such as fires, floods, and major system failures. She helps leaders maintain clarity, authority, and momentum when normal processes break down, protecting productivity, revenue, and team alignment when it matters most. Claudine brings practical, execution-driven insights on how disciplined leadership and strong systems prevent small incidents from becoming prolonged crises.

This CEO Shares The Importance of Staying Super Focused.Meet Steve Harshbarger, CEO Sono-Tek $SOTKGuestSteve Harshbarger, CEO & President Sono-Tek $SOTKBioMr. Harshbarger has over 30 years of experience in ultrasonic coating equipment for the electronics, medical device and advanced energy industries. He joined Sono-Tek in 1993 and was appointed President of the Company in 2012, elected a Director in 2013, and in August 2020, he assumed the Chief Operating Officer position as well. As President, he directed the Company's Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Service, and Manufacturing Operations. Prior to becoming President, Mr. Harshbarger served as Sales Engineer, World-Wide Sales and Marketing Manager, Vice President & Director of Electronics and Advanced Energy (E&AE) and Executive Vice President. In his years managing the sales organization, Mr. Harshbarger established a worldwide distribution and representative network in more than 40 countries consisting of more than 300 people, and contributing to revenue growth of greater than 400%.Prior to joining the Company, Mr. Harshbarger was the Sales and Marketing Manager for Plasmaco Inc., a world leader in the development of flat panel displays. In that position, he established that company's distribution network, participated in venture capital funding, and introduced the first flat panel technology to Wall Street trading floors. Mr. Harshbarger is a graduate of Bentley University with a major in Finance and a minor in Marketing.Company & Biowww.sono-tek.comSono-Tek Corporation (Nasdaq: SOTK) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of ultrasonic coating systems that are shaping industries and driving innovation worldwide. Our ultrasonic coating systems are used to apply thin films onto parts in diverse industries including medical devices, semiconductors, microelectronics, alternative energy, advanced industrial manufacturing, and research and development sectors.Sono-Tek has a long history of providing advanced coating solutions to the medical device industry, enabling precision coatings for life-saving technologies such as stents, balloons, diagnostic devices, and various drug delivery platforms. At the same time, our expertise in semiconductor and microelectronics applications continues to expand, as customers increasingly turn to Sono-Tek for solutions supporting next-generation chips, displays, and sensors. Alongside these markets, our technologies are also leading the way in next-generation clean energy coatings for fuel cells, carbon capture, advanced solar cells, and various other advanced industrial applications, underscoring the versatility and broad reach of Sono-Tek's ultrasonic coating platforms.Our product line is rapidly evolving, transitioning from R&D tools to high-volume production machines with significantly higher average selling prices, showcasing our market leadership and adaptability. Our comprehensive suite of thin film coating solutions and application consulting services ensures unparalleled results for our clients and helps some of the world's most promising companies achieve technological breakthroughs and bring them to market. We strategically deliver our products to customers through a network of direct sales personnel, carefully chosen independent distributors, and experienced sales representatives, ensuring efficient market reach across diverse sectors around the globe.Our growth strategy is focused on leveraging our innovative technologies, proprietary know-how, unique talent and experience, and global reach to further develop microscopic coating technologies that enable better outcomes for our customers' products and processes. For further information, visit www.sono-tek.com.

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu*Luca Labriola, Chief Operating Officer at Aalberts, reflects on his journey from the shop floor to leading global supply chain transformations. He played a key role in building an end-to-end supply chain model that improved delivery performance and reduced inventory, and today he is strengthening supply chain and procurement capabilities while shaping the Aalberts Production System to drive long-term operational discipline. Luca also shares his leadership philosophy: make decisions with imperfect data, embrace challenging assignments, seek global exposure, and view leadership not as hierarchy, but as growth, guidance, and service.Discover more details here.Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hbidqoFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

How should businesses rethink infrastructure when applications, data, and users are increasingly spread across thousands of locations? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sit down with Mark Cree, President and Chief Operating Officer at Scale Computing, to talk about why the future of enterprise infrastructure is moving closer to where data is actually created. This conversation was recorded following the 66th edition of The IT Press Tour, where some of the most interesting conversations in enterprise infrastructure centered on what happens when businesses move away from oversized, monolithic stacks and start focusing on practical, distributed solutions. From retail stores and airports to remote industrial sites, the edge is becoming a critical part of modern IT strategy. Mark shares how Scale Computing has spent years building an edge-first platform designed to run critical workloads reliably across everything from a single location to tens of thousands of distributed sites. Mark also reflects on his own journey through the technology industry, which includes founding companies acquired by Cisco and NetApp, working as a venture capitalist, and leading major storage initiatives at AWS. That experience gives him a unique perspective on how enterprise infrastructure has evolved, particularly as organizations reconsider the balance between centralized cloud environments and local processing closer to users and devices. During our conversation, we explore why edge computing is becoming increasingly important for AI workloads, especially when large volumes of data are generated outside traditional data centers. Mark explains how processing information locally can reduce costs, improve performance, and enable entirely new use cases, from monitoring customer behavior in retail environments to running intelligent systems in remote locations. We also talk about the ongoing reassessment happening across enterprise IT teams following major industry shifts, including changes in the virtualization market and growing concerns around vendor lock-in. Mark explains how Scale Computing is positioning itself as a flexible alternative by combining virtualization, containerization, networking, and security into a platform designed specifically for distributed environments. Looking ahead, Mark shares his perspective on where enterprise infrastructure is heading over the next five years. As smaller AI models become more capable and organizations seek greater control over their data and systems, the role of edge platforms may become even more important.  Instead of relying solely on massive centralized environments, companies may find new value in distributing intelligence closer to the places where real-world activity happens. So as organizations rethink how they deploy applications, manage data, and control infrastructure, is the next big shift in enterprise IT happening right at the edge? And how prepared is your organization for that change?

In this episode, Deirdre Salanger, Chief Operating Officer of Strong Memorial Hospital at University of Rochester Medical Center, discusses returning from maternity leave into a new leadership role, strengthening workforce engagement, and balancing access and capacity amid financial pressures. She shares how digital tools, disciplined investment, and academic partnership are positioning the organization for long term growth and innovation.

For more than six decades, LARC has quietly served one of the most important missions in Acadiana—supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities and helping them live meaningful, independent lives. On this episode of Discover Lafayette, we sit down with Nicole Harrison, Chief Operating Officer and Interim CEO of LARC, along with Karon Davis, Marketing Director, to learn how this remarkable nonprofit touches hundreds of lives every day. Founded over 60 years ago by parents who wanted better opportunities for their children with disabilities, LARC has grown into a multifaceted organization providing day programs, residential services, community support, and employment opportunities. Today, more than 150 individuals participate in LARC's day program on any given day, building life skills, forming friendships, and engaging in activities that bring meaning and joy to their lives. Nicole Harrison's own journey with LARC began 13 years ago when she started as a Direct Support Worker, working directly with individuals in their homes. A Lafayette native and graduate of Comeaux High School, Nicole says the organization's mission is deeply personal. “LARC is dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities to live a meaningful, independent and fulfilling life.” Participants attend weekday programs where they choose activities that match their interests and abilities. The campus features ten different classrooms and activity spaces, including a movie room, music room, recreation room, computer lab, and two bingo rooms—because as Nicole notes, “Everyone loves bingo. So we actually had to convert one of our other rooms into a bingo room. So now we have two bingo rooms.” The day begins with transportation provided by LARC, bringing participants to campus where they check into their “homeroom” before exploring the activities they enjoy most. A hot meal is available through the St. Ann's cafeteria, where individuals can choose among several lunch options before continuing with afternoon activities or relaxing outdoors under the gazebo, often dancing to music and enjoying time with friends. LARC serves individuals across the full spectrum of intellectual disability, from mild to profound, and staff members work with each participant to promote independence through personalized goals. Even small achievements can represent powerful milestones. “Once they complete it at 100%, that’s like a huge milestone for them… it’s a satisfaction for them.” Beyond the day program, LARC also provides community support services, helping individuals who live independently or with family members by assisting with transportation, appointments, and daily living needs. The organization operates ten group homes, including four in Lafayette and six in the Zachary area, where staff provide 24-hour care and support. “We have individuals with mild intellectual disabilities that may hold a job in the community… and others who may need assistance with activities of daily living,” Nicole explained. One of the most visible parts of LARC's mission is its employment programs. The organization partners with local businesses to provide supported jobs for participants. In addition, LARC operates Mardi Gras Beads-N-More, where donated parade beads are sorted and resold. providing both employment and income for the program. “When the parade goers donate their beads back, it provides our individuals with the opportunity for employment. It gives them employment and empowerment and independence because they can earn their own paycheck.” Visitors often encounter LARC's work at Acadian Village, the historic cultural site owned and operated by the organization. The village serves as a major fundraising arm for LARC and hosts weddings, events, tours, and the beloved Noel Acadien au Village Christmas celebration, which draws more than 50,000 visitors each year. Karon Davis explains that Acadian Village exists thanks to community generosity. The land was donated by a local couple raising a niece with special needs, while historic homes were moved to the site to preserve Acadiana's heritage. “At the core of this are parents that back over 60 years ago; the only option they had was to institutionalize their child. They got together, formed a group.” The village now serves as both a cultural destination and a critical source of support for LARC's programs. LARC's Acadian Village offers New Hope Chapel as a wedding venue to help create a magical moment. The New Hope Chapel is a non-denominational facility and a stunning replica of an 1850s Acadian-style church, with seating for up to 95 guests. The Bridal Suite at Acadian Village offers the perfect private space for the bride and her bridal party to relax, laugh, sip champagne, and get dolled up before walking down the aisle. Contact kim@acadianvillage.org or 337-981-2364 opt. 8 to learn more. Pictured: the LeBlanc House One of the popular homes to visit onsite at Acadian Village is the LeBlanc House, built between 1821 and 1856 near Youngsville. The LeBlanc house is the birthplace of Sen. Dudley J. LeBlanc. Cajun politician and entrepreneur. “Couzan Dud” LeBlanc was born on August 16, 1894. In 1924, LeBlanc was elected a member of the Louisiana House of Representatives, Public Service Commissioner, and served as State Senator from 1940 to 1944, 1948 to 1952, and in 1964. In 1945 he established the Happy Day Company, which manufactured the popular Hadacol brand health tonic; with 12 percent alcohol, it guaranteed to cure all ills. LeBlanc promoted Hadacol extensively, sometimes using major entertainers as spokespersons. An active Cajun culture preservationist, LeBlanc served as president of the Association of Louisiana Acadians, and in the late 1960s helped to establish CODOFIL (Council for the Development of French in Louisiana). He authored three books: The True Story of the Acadians (1927); The Improved Version (1932); and The Acadian Miracle (1966, a revised and expanded version of his first book). LeBlanc appealed to political supporters via radio in Cajun French, at a time when Cajun French was rarely heard on radio. He died on October 22, 1971, and was buried in Abbeville. The LeBlanc exhibit contains memorabilia from the life and times of “Couzan Dud.” Throughout the conversation, Nicole and Karon emphasize that the organization is sustained not only by staff but also by volunteers, donors, and the broader community. LARC welcomes donations of art supplies, office materials, clothing, and even cardboard for creative classroom projects. Volunteers also help with gardening, events, and special activities for participants. Nicole says the most rewarding part of her work is advocating for the people LARC serves. “The most fulfilling part of what I do is being an advocate for them, because when they can't speak or defend themselves, I can.” Karon Davis echoes the deep sense of purpose that motivates everyone involved with the organization: “As a parent, I think I would I would like to know that my children would be taken care of. And I think that’s the most important part of our mission, caring for people that can’t take care of themselves, but also giving those parents peace of mind that they’re going to be okay. And we love them. I mean, they would they give us is much more than we give them. But they’re well taken care of and they’re well loved.” And perhaps the most powerful lesson LARC teaches is about love, community, and human connection. “Everything is beautiful to them. It's truly unconditional love. They just don't care what you look like.” From employment programs to residential care, from the bead shop to Acadian Village's Christmas lights, LARC continues to demonstrate what happens when a community comes together to support its most vulnerable members. As Karon puts it simply: “There's no other place like it.” Learn more about LARC:Noel Acadien au Village is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible. LARC's Acadian Village is located at 200 Greenleaf Drive in Lafayette. Visit www.lafayettelarc.org for ticket information and more details.Facebook: LARC Lafayette | Acadian Village | Noel Acadien au Village LARC welcomes volunteers, donations, and community engagement. Businesses and organizations interested in tours, partnerships, or service projects are encouraged to reach out.

Synopsis: Addiction is often misunderstood as a failure of willpower—but emerging science increasingly shows it may be deeply rooted in biology. In this episode of Biotech 2050, recorded during JPM 2026 in San Francisco, host Alok Tayi speaks with Cary Claiborne, CEO of Adial Pharmaceuticals, about a new precision-medicine approach to tackling one of the world's most widespread and undertreated conditions: alcohol use disorder. Cary shares the personal and professional journey that brought him into addiction medicine—from a career in finance at global corporations to helping take pioneering biotech companies public and ultimately leading Adial's mission to address addiction through science. After losing a close family member to addiction, Cary became determined to focus his work on diseases where innovation could create meaningful societal impact. The discussion explores Adial's genetically targeted therapy, designed to reduce alcohol cravings without requiring patients to stop drinking entirely. Cary explains how their repurposed low-dose therapy, paired with a simple cheek-swab diagnostic test, could help identify the patients most likely to benefit—bringing a precision-medicine framework to addiction treatment, an area that has seen little therapeutic innovation in more than two decades. Alok and Cary also examine the broader landscape of addiction science, the societal costs of untreated alcohol use disorder, and how AI-driven clinical simulations are helping design smarter Phase III trials. Looking ahead, Cary discusses how this scientific platform could expand into other impulse-driven conditions, including opioid addiction, gambling, and compulsive behaviors. It's a compelling conversation about precision psychiatry, addiction medicine, and the future of neuropsychiatric drug development. Biography: Cary Claiborne was named Chief Executive Officer of Adial Pharmaceuticals in August 2022 after previously being appointed Chief Operating Officer in December 2021 and being named to the Board of Directors. Mr. Claiborne previously served as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and board member of Indivior PLC, a publicly traded specialty pharmaceutical company developing medicines to treat addiction and serious mental illnesses. Among his accomplishments, Mr. Claiborne led the company's spin off from its then parent company, Reckitt Benckiser, to become an independent, listed company. While at Indivior, he established and oversaw corporate reporting, internal audit, tax, treasury, external audit, and information technology. Prior to joining Indivior, Mr. Claiborne served as the CFO of Sucampo Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a global biopharmaceutical company, which was later sold to Mallinckrodt. Before joining Sucampo, Mr. Claiborne served as CFO and Corporate Secretary of Osiris Therapeutics, Inc., and oversaw corporate finance during the company's initial public offering. He graduated from Rutgers University with a B.A. in Business Administration and from Villanova University with an M.B.A. and was a National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) Governance Fellow.

The 2026 Hotel Equities Leadership Conference in Las Vegas was a tremendous success! The annual event was filled with thought leadership, networking, and insights with the best and the brightest in the industry.  The Suite Spot and Hotel Equities have partnered together to bring you Hotel Equities Part 2, in the latest Suite Spot episode, which contains three exclusive interviews with some of the biggest names at Hotel Equities. Episode Transcript Our podcast is produced as an audio resource. Transcripts are generated using speech recognition software and human editing and may contain errors. Before republishing quotes, we ask that you reference the audio. Ryan Embree: Welcome to Suite Spot, where hoteliers check in, and we check out what's trending in hotel marketing. I'm your host, Ryan Embree. Hello everyone. Ryan Embree here with the Suite Spot. We hope you enjoyed episode one of our special edition Hotel Equities Leadership Conference 2026. This is episode two where we're gonna sit down with Karen Mendez and David Rosenberg, who's gonna talk to us about the exciting updates from the postcard, cabins and outdoor collection brand from Marriott. We talked to Bill Stachler about revenue optimization. And lastly, we sit down with Albert Smith, Chief Operating Officer at Hotel Equities. We hope you enjoy these interviews, out in Las Vegas. Ryan Embree: Hello Everyone. Ryan Embree here with the Suite Spot. We are at the 2026 Hotel Equities Leadership Conference. I'm here with Karen Mendez, VP of Operations, and David Rosenberg, President of the Focus Services Division and Outdoor Collection. Karen, David, thank you so much for joining me on the Suite Spot. Karen & David: Thank you for having us. Ryan Embree: Yeah. Well, let's talk about this conference. First of all, nearly a thousand people are gonna be here on site. This is very, very exciting. Um, talk to us a little bit about what you're kind of expecting for these next couple days, and then we can get into your role a little bit. Karen, we'll start with you. Karen Mendez: Oh, great. Thank you. Um, this is really exciting for me. Uh, as I mentioned earlier, this is, I've been in the hotel industry 26, 27 years. I've been to a ton of conferences, and what I'm most excited about this one is bringing the postcard general managers. They have never had an opportunity to get together like this and really talk about their business. So I'm just excited for them to build off the energy and to meet everybody within hotel equities face to face, and really just know that what they do matter. Ryan Embree: David, what are you excited about for the next couple days here at that leadership conference? David Rosenberg: I appreciate that. So our theme this year is Transforming Together and 2025 was an incredible year with the additional postcard, cabins, springboard, hospitality, our continued organic growth, not only in the US Canada, but as now we have presences in the Caribbean and Latin America. And to come together the one time a year where we get to bring an entire leadership team. It's just inspiring to connect, learn from each other and share this time together. Ryan Embree: So cool. And so it's just a testament to the comprehensive nature of hotel equities portfolio. I think, you know, one of those spaces, obviously postcard cabins and the, the, um, outdoor collection that we're gonna talk about. Karen, you want to talk to us a little bit about your role and, um, what it, you know, how it kind of correlates with the outdoor collection? Karen Mendez: Sure, my pleasure. Um, we started working with postcard cabins last year, um, in January with a specific goal of bringing that brand and launching it into the Marriott ethos. So the past year, my job has been molding the two cultures, all the systems, the general managers onboarding, and getting this team ready for Marriott and getting Marriot ready for outdoors. Um,

In this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we're joined by Darryl Conway, MA, AT, ATC, FNAP, Executive Senior Associate Athletic Director and Chief Health & Welfare Officer for the University of Michigan Athletics. A member of the NATA Hall of Fame Class of 2024, Conway has spent decades advancing the athletic training profession through leadership, education, and advocacy.In addition to his role at Michigan, Conway is the owner of Conway Ventures, LLC and Co-Owner, President and Chief Operating Officer of Sports Medicine Emergency Management, LLC.In this conversation, we discuss emergency action planning in baseball and across sports, building off Conway's recent presentation at the Baseball Team Medicine Conference. The discussion explores the importance of preparation, the leadership role athletic trainers play in emergency response, and how sports medicine teams can develop effective plans to protect athlete health and safety.For more information about PBATS and athletic training, visit pbats.com.

It's time for our weekly Roundabout where our panel with an assortment of viewpoints take on the headlines of the week. If you're wondering why there's so much talk about property taxes in Nashville, it's partly because 2025 taxes were due last week and a lot of homeowners and businesses simply can't afford it. It's hard to complain about the value of your property doubling or tripling in the last decade — but selling isn't a simple solution. There's new movement from local businesses pushing back, and the state legislature is advancing a cap on future increases. Today we dive deep into local issues including this considerable increase in property taxes, the risk of sinkholes from the tunnel construction and the proposed six-lane boulevard that's part of the East Bank development project.And we hear from you! Call 615-760-2000 with your question or comment during the show. Or, you can chime in on our live YouTube stream.Guests Cynthia Abrams, Metro Reporter, Nashville Public Radio Lauren Morales, Chief Operating Officer, TomKats Hospitality Tom Wills, Community Volunteer

In this episode of  TOKI Talk, Meredith Blair, Communications and Public Affairs Director for the Town of Kiawah Island, sits down with Rick Hundorfean, Chief Operating Officer of MUSC Health Charleston Division, to discuss the grand opening of the new MUSC Health Pavilion on Kiawah Island.Opened on December 18, 2025, this long-anticipated facility brings expanded healthcare services closer to residents of Kiawah, Seabrook, and Johns Island. Rick shares insights into the 10-year journey to completion, the community's response, and what makes this location unique.The pavilion features:• Primary Care• Cardiology• Neurology & Neurosurgery• Endocrinology• Physical Therapy & Rehab Services• A 24/7 Hybrid Emergency & Urgent Care Department• On-site Helipad for critical patient transportLearn how the innovative hybrid emergency model works, what patients can expect during visits, and how MUSC partners closely with local EMS teams to ensure rapid, coordinated care. The conversation also highlights the pavilion's thoughtful design, local artwork, staffing success, and its convenient central location near Kiawah's town center.Whether you're a full-time resident or seasonal visitor, this episode provides everything you need to know about accessing care at the new MUSC Medical Pavilion.

In this episode, join us as we explore the inspiring journey of Tracey Lewis Taylor, Chief Operating Officer at El Camino Health. Tracy shares her remarkable experiences in health care, the importance of mentorship, and how learning from every step along the way shaped her leadership qualities. Discover how you can apply these insights to your professional path in healthcare.

Send a textWhen someone experiences a traumatic accident, the damage doesn't always stop at the physical injury.In this episode of Let's Talk Paralegal, host Eda Rosa welcomes Mindi Rogers, Chief Operating Officer of Virtually CALM, to discuss the critical role mental health plays in personal injury cases.Mindi shares how psychological trauma, anxiety, PTSD, and emotional distress can significantly impact a client's recovery—and ultimately the outcome of their legal case. Yet many legal professionals still overlook or underestimate these invisible injuries.Together, Eda and Mindi dive into:Why mental health injuries deserve the same attention as physical injuries in personal injury casesHow trauma can affect a client's ability to heal and participate in their caseThe role legal teams play in identifying when clients need mental health supportHow integrated mental health services can improve both client outcomes and case strategyAt Virtually CALM, the mission is clear: provide best-in-class mental health services that support the whole patient, not just the physical injury.This conversation is an important reminder that behind every case file is a human being navigating trauma—and supporting that journey can change everything.Learn more about Virtually CALM: 

In this episode, Stephen Merz, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Sheppard Pratt Solutions, shares how partnering with health systems to integrate behavioral and physical care, improve access, and strengthen financial sustainability can help communities expand much needed mental health services nationwide.

Kurt Oleson is the Chief Operating Officer and co-owner of Custom Channels, a Denver-based company delivering fully licensed, human-curated music solutions for hotels and restaurants. A classically trained pianist turned music technologist, he helped build early music-recommendation algorithms before joining his company. Susan and Kurt talk about licensing landmines and algorithmic ethics. What You'll Learn: • Why playing Spotify in your restaurant could cost you $10,000 per song  • How performance and composition licenses protect artists • How following "passion-adjacent opportunities" can shape an unexpected career  • The upside and ethical gray areas of algorithm-driven music discovery  • Why human-curated playlists still outperform AI in hospitality settings  • How tempo, energy, and traffic patterns should shape your daily music flow  • How many songs you actually need to avoid repetition  • Why commoditizing music undermines its impact on your brand  *** Our Top Three Takeaways Music isn't background noise—it's a business tool. When aligned with traffic patterns, brand identity, and desired guest behavior, audio can increase dwell time, improve turnover, and even become a profit center. Playing unlicensed music is a massive legal and financial risk. One audit could mean fines of up to $10,000 per song, making proper licensing non-negotiable for hospitality operators. Human-curated music is still a competitive advantage. AI can assist with scheduling and context triggers, but brand-aligned, emotionally intelligent curation drives better guest experiences. Kurt Oleson on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtoleson1/ Custom Channels https://www.custom-channels.com/ Cayuga Hospitality Consultants https://cayugahospitality.com/ Hive Marketing https://www.hive-marketing.com/ ***Ad Giveaway*** Enter here! https://www.topfloorpodcast.com/win

What does it truly mean for a woman to choose herself — after decades of devotion, visibility, and living at the center of global fame?As we enter Women's History Month, on this powerful episode of Women Road Warriors, Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro welcome Deborah Santana — author, activist, philanthropist, and former wife of legendary musician Carlos Santana. For 34 years, Deborah served as Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Santana Management, helping steward an international music empire while raising three children in the spotlight of worldwide acclaim.But her story is far deeper than celebrity.Born into a lineage of Pentecostal preachers and acclaimed blues musicians, and raised in an interracial family during the Civil Rights era, Deborah carries generations of resilience, faith, and spiritual conviction. She is a visionary leader, lifelong spiritual seeker, and passionate advocate for women's education in Africa through her foundation supporting women and girls in health, education, and happiness.In her powerful memoir, Loving the Fire: Choosing Me, Finding Freedom, Deborah shares the deeply personal journey of reclaiming her voice after decades devoted to marriage, spiritual teachers, and roles that defined her identity.This conversation explores:Identity beyond fameAncestry and generational strengthSpiritual awakening and self-discoveryLeadership behind the scenes of a global brandThe courage it takes for women to step out of the shadows and into sovereigntyAt its heart, this episode asks a profound question:What does freedom look like when a woman chooses herself?If you are navigating reinvention, healing, spiritual growth, or redefining your own power — this conversation will resonate deeply.https://deborahsantana.com/loving-the-firehttps://deborahsantana.com/do-a-littlewww.womenroadwarriors.comwww.womenspowernetwork.net#DeborahSantana #CarlosSantana #WomenRoadWarriors #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenEmpowerment #ShelleyJohnson #KathyTuccaro #SpiritualAwakening #LovingTheFires

The following is an English translation of board game designer Peer Sylvester's German article "Chat GPT als Brettspielautor?", which was originally published 22 February 2026 on the Spielbar website, here: https://www.spielbar.com/wordpress/2026/02/22/26916/Ryan Dancey was, until last Wednesday, the Chief Operating Officer at Alderac Entertainment Group (AEG). On LinkedIn, the self-help site for managers who want to tell each other how great they are and how little their subordinates/customers appreciate them, Dancey published a post (link to a photo of the post, because I do not link to LinkedIn) in which he explained that he is firmly convinced that AI (or rather the LLMs that are usually labelled as AIs) will, in just a few years, be as useful as any employee.Read the full article here: https://tabletopgamesblog.com/2026/03/03/chatgpt-as-a-board-game-designer-topic-discussion/Useful LinksPeer Sylvester's German article "Chat GPT als Brettspielautor?" on the Spielbar website: https://www.spielbar.com/wordpress/2026/02/22/26916/Ryan Dancey's post: https://bsky.app/profile/boardgamefeast.bsky.social/post/3mf3p2kv4a22lMake My Game Travel: https://makemygametravel.com/MusicIntro Music: Bomber (Sting) by Riot (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)Music: bensound.comLicense code: SABGE2PPI2ABAS06Artist: : Nick PetrovSupportIf you want to support this podcast financially, please check out the links below:Ko-Fi: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/TabletopGamesBlog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/tabletopgamesblog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tabletopgamesblog.com/support/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Promising signs when it comes to consumer arrears. The latest Centrix data shows the number of people behind on their payments in January was 491 thousand. That was up 20 thousand from December, largely expected due to seasonal trends. But Chief Operating Officer Monika Lacey told Mike Hosking that despite the seasonal increase, arrears are still down on last year by almost 1%. She says overall, Kiwis are managing their money quite well. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Jamie Wiggins, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Arkansas Children's, discusses record patient growth driven by streamlined access, a multi year expansion including the National Center for Opioid Research and Clinical Effectiveness, and a five year strategy to strengthen rural pediatric care and chronic disease management across the state.

Today, we've got Joe Ohr and Marli Hall from NMFTA to discuss the launch of SCAC Verified and why identity verification is quickly becoming a non-negotiable standard in freight brokerage, trucking, and supply chain operations! As verification requirements tighten across the industry, this NMFTA-led initiative strengthens carrier legitimacy through biometric verification, helping brokers, shippers, and carriers combat rising cargo theft, chameleon carriers, and digital fraud risks. We also cover the upcoming Freight Fraud Prevention Hub launching on March 3rd, a collaborative resource packed with best practices, fraud trends, and actionable strategies designed to protect logistics providers across the transportation industry.  As regulatory pressure increases from the FMCSA and fraud continues to escalate, maintaining an active SCAC code and adopting verification tools early will separate legitimate carriers from bad actors, build trust faster during onboarding, and create a real competitive advantage in today's freight market, because moving freight safely now starts with proving who you are! Visit this link to learn more: https://freightfraudhub.com/   About Joe Ohr Joe Ohr has more than two decades of experience in technical operations, customer success management, customer support, and product support. Currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer for the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA)™, he plays a pivotal role in helping to advance the industry through digitization, classification, and cybersecurity. Prior to Ohr's role at NMFTA, he served as in numerous engineering and operations positions at Qualcomm and Eaton, and most recently held the position of Senior Vice President of Operations/Customer Experience at Omnitracs. Throughout his career, Ohr has provided strategic guidance, vision, and a roadmap for addressing long-term customer challenges. He has played a key role in accelerating revenue growth and has collaborated closely with IT, product, and engineering teams to foster stronger partnerships with strategic customers and peers. Additionally, Ohr has overseen post sales customer support and service teams, as well as operations, managing a workforce of over 400 individuals. He holds multiple certifications such as CCNA from Cisco and MCSE from Microsoft and earned his Bachelor of Science in Education from the Ohio State University. Due to his contributions to the industry, he earned a spot in the Inner Circle in 2015 and 2018 from Qualcomm and Omnitracs.   About Marli Hall Marli Hall is the Director of Communications and Marketing at the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA), where she leads strategic communication efforts to enhance the organization's visibility and reputation within the freight transportation industry. In this role, Marli oversees media relations, manages key messaging, and develops public relations campaigns that promote NMFTA's initiatives, partnerships, and contributions to the sector. She started with NMFTA in August 2022, previously serving as the director of communications and member services, and earlier as a communications specialist. Prior to NMFTA, Marli was the senior director of outreach & engagement at the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) for nearly a decade. She directed marketing and communications strategies to promote TCA's educational programs, image initiatives, and outreach efforts. She holds a bachelor's degree in news editorial from West Virginia University and graduated from the Public Affairs & Advocacy Institute at American University. Marli has served as an FMCSA Our Roads Our Safety Program Partner and was nominated to the Women of Trucking Advisory Board. Marli resides in Alexandria, VA, with her husband, Chris, and enjoys visiting her family's 300-acre cattle farm and attending concerts.  

What if you could transform a team of rookies into high-performing, loyal leaders and stay sane in the process?This episode delivers an unfiltered look inside the mind of Richard Comitz, Chief Operating Officer of American Corporate Partners, a West Point PhD and retired Army Lieutenant Colonel now leading one of America's most mission-driven nonprofits. He sits down with Narrator to unpack the proven discipline, radical transparency, and mentorship strategies he honed in combat and now deploys to scale an 80-person organization serving over 5,000 mentorships nationwide.Want to dodge burnout, ignite next-gen talent, and finally get your CEO partnerships working for—not against—you? Listen now. Skip it, and you risk getting buried by the next Ops crisis. This is an urgent, inside-access episode you won't find anywhere else.Timestamped Highlights[00:00] – The leadership power move that made junior staff instantly trust Richard Comitz[00:04:12] – Why a PhD, combat zones, and organic chemistry are COO superpowers (and how higher ed nearly cost him)[00:08:48] – How to “inherit” a role from a founder without clashing or caving[00:13:05] – The secret architecture behind training 60+ brand-new hires (and spotting future all-stars fast)[00:15:53] – Shocking truths of what actually works to fight young-employee burnout and what never does[00:19:30] – Hidden mentorship hacks that win powerful partners in Fortune 500s[00:23:16] – Does military “figure it out” energy work with Gen Z? The raw reality from the field[00:37:26] – Navigating founder-CEO rigidity and pitching bold new ideas (without ending up fired)About the GuestRichard Comitz is the Chief Operating Officer of American Corporate Partners (ACP), a powerhouse nonprofit connecting U.S. veterans and military spouses with Fortune 500 mentors for next-level careers. A retired Army Lieutenant Colonel, West Point organic chemistry instructor, and experienced higher education COO, Comitz is celebrated for turning disciplined military leadership into explosive organizational growth in both the public and nonprofit sectors.

In this episode, Jamie Wiggins, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Arkansas Children's, discusses record patient growth driven by streamlined access, a multi year expansion including the National Center for Opioid Research and Clinical Effectiveness, and a five year strategy to strengthen rural pediatric care and chronic disease management across the state.

Part of being a great leader is being self-aware and understanding the blind spots in your leadership approach. In this episode of Leadership Blueprints, we sit down with Jill Macauley to unpack the concept of blind spots through the lens of Martin Dubin's book Blindspotting. Jill is the Chief Operating Officer at Behavioral Essentials and brings over 15 years of experience in business and non-profit consulting. Her work centers around helping leaders grow, plan strategically, and communicate well with their teams. She supports leaders in analyzing behavioral patterns, navigating role transitions, and fostering healthier and more effective workplace cultures. They discuss what a blind spot is, the misconceptions around the concept, and why being self-aware as a leader is vital. Learn how not recognizing your blind spots impacts your team, the hidden costs of blind spots for an organization, how leaders can balance empathy with accountability, and how to get the most out of your employees while keeping them happy. They also talk about why sustainable performance requires cycles of intensity and recovery, what the Blindspotting model and assessment focus on, and more. Tune in to learn how spotting your blind spots, building awareness, and leading with agency and dignity can help you show up stronger for your team, your organization, and yourself.Key Points From This Episode:How blindspots and being self-aware act as the foundation for better leadership.Explore the concept of a blind spot in leadership and why it is hard to identify.Discover what turning self-awareness into self-reflection looks like in practice.Learn how fostering dignity and agency in the workplace drives performance.What dignity means in the workplace and how fear-based leadership impacts results.Quotes:“We're not factory workers, we're thinkers. Thinking work is the dominant work in the workplace now.” — Jill Macauley “The definition of business success, quarter to quarter and shareholder output, is not wholesome, it is not sustainable, and it is not how businesses actually have compounding success.” — Jill Macauley “I think a lot of people forget about awareness of the organization and they forget the organization is bigger than any one of us.” — Jill Macauley“You can't have a greater understanding unless you understand yourself first.” — Jill Macauley Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Jill Macauley on LinkedInBehavioral EssentialsBlindspotting: How to See What's Holding You Back as a LeaderThe Song of Significance: A New Manifesto for Teams The Dichotomy of Leadership: Balancing the Challenges of Extreme Ownership to Lead and WinPoor Charlie's Almanack: The Essential Wit and Wisdom of Charles T. MungerBlindspottingLeadership Blueprints PodcastLeadership Blueprints Podcast on YouTubeMCFAMCFA CareersBJ Kraemer on LinkedIn

Former Kansas City Chiefs lineman Joe Valerio is the Chief Operating Officer for The Baldwin Group's Insurance Advisory Solutions (IAS) segment. Most recently, Mr. Valerio served as Division Leader, Western Division, for World Insurance Associates, LLC, where he drove revenue growth and margin expansion through disciplined sales execution and operational excellence across 27 offices across 13 states. Before World Insurance, he served as Chief Operating Officer for the CRB North America Industry Verticals Division at Willis Towers Watson, where he guided a team of nearly 3,000 colleagues across diverse functions, generating annual revenue of more than $1.2 billion. In this episode of In the Know, Chris Hampshire and Joe explore lessons learned from the football field, the excitement and challenges of the recent merger, and Joe's optimistic perspective on the future of the insurance industry.   Key Takeaways ● Joe's journey from the NFL to broadcasting to the insurance industry. ● Lessons learned from the football field. ● Questions to ask yourself when weighing career opportunities. ● The importance of a standard operating playbook. ● Retaining talent while also developing skills. ● Merger management in Joe's latest venture at The Baldwin Group. ● A five-year look at the future of the insurance industry. ● Joe's advice to his early insurance career self.   In the Know podcast theme music written and performed by James Jones, CPCU, and Kole Shuda of the band If-Then.   To learn more about the CPCU Society, its membership, and educational offerings, tools, and programs, please visit CPCUSociety.org.   Follow the CPCU Society on social media: X (Twitter): @CPCUSociety Facebook: @CPCUSociety LinkedIn: @The Institutes CPCU Society Instagram: @the_cpcu_society   Quotes ● "The biggest asset of the insurance industry is what goes up and down the elevators every day." ● "Insurance is the ultimate team sport." ● "Everything that we do is focused on bringing the best to the client." ● "Day-by-day, we want to figure out how we can work best together."  

Send a textJust when I thought credit card rewards initiatives were on the chopping block, here comes David Metz and Priizeout with an innovative twist on credit card rewards and it's one that already is winning credit union applause.  Proof is that also on the show is Sarah Vasey, Chief Operating Officer at Michigan-based United Financial Credit Union, an institution with around $350 million in assets.Sarah herself is a credit card rewards  beneficiary and she tells what she really likes about the Prizeout program.  Think shoe money.Prizeout has been on the show multiple times but that's because it keeps innovating new offerings that credit unions adopt.Here's a great episode that also features Darlene Johnson of Suncoast. Link in the show notes,Listen up.Like what you are hearing? Find out how you can help sponsor this podcast here. Very affordable sponsorship packages are available. Email rjmcgarvey@gmail.com  And like this podcast on whatever service you use to stream it. That matters.  Find out more about CU2.0 and the digital transformation of credit unions here. It's a journey every credit union needs to take. Pronto

“We know that trust is non-negotiable.” - Vinay BhaskarThank you for tuning in to The CUInsight Network, with your host, Robbie Young, Vice President of Strategic Growth at CUInsight. In The CUInsight Network, we take a deeper dive with the thought leaders who support the credit union community. We discuss issues and challenges facing credit unions and identify best practices to learn and grow together.My guests on today's show are Patrick McElhenie, Chief Growth Officer and Vinay Bhaskar, Chief Operating Officer of Scienaptic AI. We discuss where lending is headed and why the next leap in AI could fundamentally change how credit unions operate.In our conversation, Patrick and Vinay explain how Scienaptic helps credit unions approve more loans while reducing risk and improving members' experiences. We learn how Scienaptic's platform considers the full life cycle of the member so that decisions are not isolated. We then dig into the main topic of the episode: agentic AI, with Patrick breaking it down into simple terms for us. While traditional AI helps answer “Should we approve this loan?” agentic AI asks, “What should we do next?” Agentic AI can coordinate workflows across systems while keeping humans firmly in control.As we wrap up the episode, Vinay also shares where credit unions will first feel the impact, especially within the first 60-90 days. He projects fewer false declines, more targeted engagement, and teams spending less time chasing data and more time working directly with members. We talk about explainability, audit trails, compliance guardrails, and what “governed autonomy” really looks like in practice. Finally, in closing, Patrick shares what he sees for Scienaptic's future on the road ahead. Enjoy my conversation with Patrick McElhenie and Vinay Bhaskar!Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Connect with Patrick:Patrick McElhenie, Chief Growth Officer at Scienaptic AIscienaptic.aiPatrick: LinkedInScienaptic AI: LinkedIn | YouTubeConnect with Vinay:Vinay Bhaskar, Chief Operating Officer at Scienaptic AIscienaptic.aiVinay: LinkedInScienaptic AI: LinkedIn | YouTubeIn this episode:[1:11] - Patrick explains how Scienaptic enables fair, inclusive lending that boosts growth without increasing operational burden.[4:14] - Vinay reveals that their platform delivers consistent, context-driven decisions across the entire member journey.[6:52] - Hear how agentic AI moves lending from recommendation to coordinated, human-guided action.[10:08] - Early gains include faster approvals, fewer false declines, and real-time portfolio action.[13:17] - Vinay adds that built-in governance ensures explainability, auditability, and human oversight in every AI decision.[15:56] - With governed autonomy, credit unions control automation while strengthening member relationships[17:02] - Patrick discusses some of Scienaptic's plans for the future.

Mark Bertagnolli, Chief Operating Officer at ViroMissile, has developed a modified vaccinia virus that can be delivered intravenously to seek out and destroy solid tumors throughout the body and is not dependent on a specific genetic driver of a cancer. The virus has been engineered to be resistant to the body's complement system, allowing it to survive in the bloodstream longer to infect the tumor. This action also turns the tumor microenvironment from cold to hot, signaling the immune system to attack the tumor and potentially working in combination with other treatments like PD-1 inhibitors to make them more effective. Mark explains, "ViroMissile has a modified vaccinia virus, and viruses tend to like to infect tumor cells. So the trick has been how to harness this. And we're on our third generation of virus, and we have a virus that you can inject intravenously that searches for tumors throughout the body, infects them, the body clears the rest of the virus, and the virus embeds itself in the tumors, replicates, spreads, activates the immune system, and destroys the tumors."   "So, the vaccinia virus itself, nobody knows really where it came from, but it ended up being the foundation of the smallpox vaccine, and we get the word vaccine from the vaccinia virus. Our founder was the first to sequence the genome of the vaccinia virus over 30 years ago. For the last 20 years, he's been working on it as an oncolytic agent. And in this particular case, within vaccinia, there are different strains. And he was able to isolate a very specific, never before isolated strain of virus that is resistant to complement attack, and also replicates very quickly in infected cells. So it has two embedded features within it, naturally, that we're able to capitalize on."   #ViroMissile #CancerResearch #Immunotherapy #OncolyticVirus #Biotechnology #MedicalInnovation #CancerTreatment #PrecisionMedicine #HealthcareInnovation #CancerCare #VacciniaVirus viromissile.com Listen to the podcast here  

Mark Bertagnolli, Chief Operating Officer at ViroMissile, has developed a modified vaccinia virus that can be delivered intravenously to seek out and destroy solid tumors throughout the body and is not dependent on a specific genetic driver of a cancer. The virus has been engineered to be resistant to the body's complement system, allowing it to survive in the bloodstream longer to infect the tumor. This action also turns the tumor microenvironment from cold to hot, signaling the immune system to attack the tumor and potentially working in combination with other treatments like PD-1 inhibitors to make them more effective. Mark explains, "ViroMissile has a modified vaccinia virus, and viruses tend to like to infect tumor cells. So the trick has been how to harness this. And we're on our third generation of virus, and we have a virus that you can inject intravenously that searches for tumors throughout the body, infects them, the body clears the rest of the virus, and the virus embeds itself in the tumors, replicates, spreads, activates the immune system, and destroys the tumors."   "So, the vaccinia virus itself, nobody knows really where it came from, but it ended up being the foundation of the smallpox vaccine, and we get the word vaccine from the vaccinia virus. Our founder was the first to sequence the genome of the vaccinia virus over 30 years ago. For the last 20 years, he's been working on it as an oncolytic agent. And in this particular case, within vaccinia, there are different strains. And he was able to isolate a very specific, never before isolated strain of virus that is resistant to complement attack, and also replicates very quickly in infected cells. So it has two embedded features within it, naturally, that we're able to capitalize on."   #ViroMissile #CancerResearch #Immunotherapy #OncolyticVirus #Biotechnology #MedicalInnovation #CancerTreatment #PrecisionMedicine #HealthcareInnovation #CancerCare #VacciniaVirus viromissile.com Download the transcript here

A monster Nor’easter hit New England dumping snow with blizzard like conditions down the Northeast coast from Maine down to Connecticut and beyond. The storm, with at times whiteout conditions, made for dangerous travel conditions with authorities advising residents to stay off the roads. Widespread power outages impacted residents throughout parts of Massachusetts. Here on NightSide, we were joined by a variety of guests from various sectors who will keep you informed about roadway conditions, power restoration, MBTA ridership, travel, weather conditions, and more: 8:05 - Doug Foley, President of Eversource’s MA Electric Operations commented on the outages and where we were at with power restoration for areas of MA. 8:15 - MassDOT Undersecretary of Transportation and State Highway Administrator Jonathan Gulliver discussed the road conditions across the state and gave us an advisory for travelers looking to get back out on the road. 8:30 - Major Ed Blackwell of the Massachusetts State Police joined us to discuss public safety during this massive Nor’easter. 8:45 - Christopher Laird, Chief Operating Officer for National Grid New England Electric spoke with us about power restoration across Massachusetts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Pete Pizzutillo talks with Johnny Hill, Chief Operating Officer at Clearfield, about his career from entry-level customer service to the C-suite and how that experience shaped Clearfield's customer-driven approach to fiber connectivity. Johnny talks about the changes and growth of the industry, the fundamentals of fiber management, and the importance of listening to customers when designing solutions that work in the real world. Johnny also discusses the shortage of skilled fiber labor and how initiatives like FOA certifications, Clearfield College, digital training tools, and new programs supporting tribal communities are helping build the next generation workforce.

Your numbers might look healthy.Revenue's up. Projects are flowing. The pipeline feels… fine.But underneath? Margins are eroding. Cash is tighter than you'd like. And no one's totally confident in the data they're using to make decisions.In this episode of The Handbook, Harv Nagra sat down with finance and business ops advisor Robert Patin to unpack what's really going on beneath the surface of many professional service businesses right now – and why operational maturity is the difference between surviving and thriving.Here's what we dive into:

Before you conclude that circumstances prevent you from success, you might want to listen to what Everette Taylor has to say. Here is a man who was homeless, who first learned business from drug dealers, and who then started multiple multi-million dollar companies. He is now one of the most successful and recognized entrepreneurs under 30. How did he get there? On this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, Everette Taylor shows how you can learn anything you want to learn if you are willing to truly listen to people and then put in the work. SHOW NOTES: Relentless is Everette's favorite word [3:05] Everette tells the story of being homeless and losing everything [4:39] Embracing reality means actually finding a solution [6:51] Everette and Tom discuss learning entrepreneurship from hustlers and drug dealers [8:04] Tom asks Everette why the same poverty that breaks other people propelled him [14:11] Everette explains why he needed to see entrepreneurs who looked like him [17:11] Everette talks about the importance of emotional intelligence [19:00] Everette advocates that you can learn anything you want to learn [20:59] Everette says helping people is his deepest motivation [22:30] Everette and Tom discuss what to say to someone who hasn't found their passion [25:08] Everette advocates really understanding your target audience [26:53] Everette and Tom discuss the love of learning [30:00] Everette describes one change people could make that would have the most impact [35:30] QUOTES: “It's one thing being homeless. It's another thing having everything taken away from you.” [5:10] “My supplier, that was the first COO that I ever met. Being a drug dealer is like being a Chief Operating Officer.” [11:45] “There's a lot of drug dealers. There's not a lot of drug dealers who are making real money. It takes a certain je ne sais quoi to get to a point where you're the boss.” [13:47] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Gina R. Hawley, DrPH, MHA, System Associate Chief Operating Officer at U Health and Chief Operating Officer of University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics, shares how her team is managing capacity, shifting patient populations, and prioritizing high-impact initiatives amid growing headwinds.

Advances in data interoperability, democratized cloud access, and responsible AI governance are reshaping what is possible in healthcare innovation. In this episode, host Sandy Vance welcomes Jim Ducharme, Chief Technology Officer of ClearDATA, to discuss each of these forces impacting healthcare, from improving care through connected data, to empowering teams with greater cloud access, to building the policies and controls required to govern AI responsibly.  Their conversation highlights the importance of secure, scalable infrastructure as healthcare organizations adopt AI and expand data sharing. Jim shares practical insights on balancing innovation with risk management, building trust in cloud environments, and establishing governance frameworks that support compliance. In this episode, they talk about: ClearDATA's vision and the organizations they serve Technologies and solutions designed to protect sensitive patient data Understanding the financial and operational risks of cloud security failures How cloud democratization is making advanced technology more accessible The role of a secure cloud baseline in healthcare innovation Best practices for governance in data sharing and interoperability The relationship between AI and data trustworthiness How organizations can safely adopt and scale emerging AI capabilities A Little About Jim: Jim leads ClearDATA's Engineering, Product Management, and IT teams. He has more than 25 years of experience leading product organizations in the identity, integrated risk, and fraud management markets. Prior to joining ClearDATA, Jim served as Chief Operating Officer of Outseer, an RSA Company, where he served over 10 years in executive leadership roles. Prior to RSA in 2012, he served in executive leadership roles for Aveksa, CA, and Netegrity. Ducharme frequently speaks at industry events and regularly contributes articles to trade publications. Jim also holds several patents and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degree from the University of New Hampshire. He and his wife live in Maine in their dream log home, which was featured in Log and Timber Home Living magazine.

Ever wonder why some COOs scale businesses to legendary heights while others get swallowed by chaos and politics? If you're craving clarity, confidence, and uncommon edge in your second-in-command role, this Fan Favorite episode is your wake-up call. Cameron Herold sits down with Matt MacInnis, COO of Rippling and co-founder of Inkling, for a raw, actionable conversation about the real challenges behind hyper-growth, hiring, trust, and culture. They dig into what makes the COO role so “special,” how to build a game-changing flywheel, and why patience, precision, and authenticity are the ultimate power moves.The pain of “going it alone” is real. Tune in to learn how to avoid disaster, dodge politics, and harness proven tactics you won't find in any business book. Don't wait until burnout bites. Listen now for fiercely exclusive COO insights, bold truths, and systems that will let you scale smarter, not harder.Timestamped Highlights[00:02:22] – The hidden pain in HR, IT, and how Rippling breaks the “original sin” of bad data[00:05:55] – Why Matt almost walked away—then got schooled by Parker's contrarian “rocket ship” logic[00:08:30] – The untold power of preexisting trust between CEO and COO—and what happens if you hire without it[00:12:49] – Topgrading secrets: Why most executive hiring fails and how to get it right (even when everyone says they're an “A player”)[00:15:44] – Copilot dynamics: How Matt and Parker run the company with surprisingly little contact (and why it works)[00:19:18] – Should you debate the CEO in front of the team? The cathartic, risky art of public disagreement[00:23:13] – Inside Rippling's flywheel advantage—what Salesforce, Facebook, and Brex did differently and why you can too[00:31:04] – Killing bureaucracy and politics: The simple rule for hiring and process that most leaders ignore[00:39:29] – The brutal, proven formula for layoffs: What Sequoia teaches (and how to survive the “survivor's guilt”)About the GuestMatt MacInnis is the Chief Operating Officer of Rippling, a revolutionary all-in-one HR and IT platform transforming how businesses scale and manage people. Matt was also the co-founder and CEO of Inkling, a mobile learning platform that raised over $100M before its acquisition. With deep roots at Apple and a Harvard engineering degree, Matt blends big-company brilliance with entrepreneurial firepower. He's known for breaking boring business norms and igniting hyper-growth, all while refusing to tolerate politics, inefficiency, or shallow executive hiring.

In this episode, Matt Timmons, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Manning Family Children's, shares how the organization rebuilt its pediatric heart center through focused leadership, culture change, and physician recruitment. He also discusses 2026 priorities including campus expansion, a new NICU, growth in pediatric cancer and sickle cell care, and scaling school based health programs amid Medicaid funding uncertainty.

In this episode, Crystal V. Brown, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Methodist Mansfield Medical Center, discusses launching the first whole blood transfusion program in Ellis County, developing a level two trauma center, and how collaborative initiatives and process improvements are helping the hospital meet the needs of a rapidly growing North Texas community.

Andy Unanue is the founder and Managing Partner of AUA Private Equity Partners, an operationally-focused, lower middle market investment firm with expertise in supporting and growing family-owned and demographic-driven businesses. Andy is a member of AUA Private Equity's Investment Committee, and under his leadership, AUA has deployed over $800 million of capital to date.   AUA's business model is driven by Andy's own family background – he is a member of the Unanue family, which owns and runs Goya Foods, the largest producer of Spanish- and Latin-American foods in the United States. Andy's grandfather, Prudencio, founded the company in 1936, and Andy's father, Joe, was a legendary CEO of the company himself. Andy was a leader of Goya for many years, ultimately serving as its Chief Operating Officer before founding AUA.   Andy currently serves on the boards of Tropical Cheese Industries and Westminster Pet Products, and previously served on the board of Goya Foods. Additionally, he serves on several not-for-profit boards including his family's charitable foundation, The C&J Unanue Foundation. Andy is a member of the University of Miami's Dean's Advisory Committee, the New America Alliance and is on the Columbia University Medical Center's Board of Advisors.   Andy received his M.B.A from the Thunderbird School of Global Management and his B.B.A. from the University of Miami.

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes is joined by Ashley Keith, Chief Operating Officer of Keith and Associates Dentistry in Mission, Kansas. With a powerhouse practice of over 50 team members and 23 operatories, Ashley shares her journey from healthcare tech and HR at Cerner to leading operations, marketing, and training at one of the most systemized, patient-centric dental offices in the country.  The conversation dives into how she and her husband, Dr. Bill Keith, scaled rapidly while maintaining culture, consistency, and care quality. Ashley breaks down her approach to hiring for personality over resume, creating digital training resources, and holding weekly calibration meetings to align clinical and operational teams. She also talks about her new role as a DSI Black Belt coach, what she's seeing in coaching calls, and why delegation without leadership is a recipe for disaster. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast

In this episode of Great Women in Compliance, Dr. Hemma R. Lomax speaks with Sam Flynn, co-founder of Josef, about the transformation of legal and compliance functions through technology. They discuss the importance of human-centered design, the role of AI in legal architecture, and the need for trust in AI tools. Sam shares his journey from creating Myki Fines to building self-service legal solutions that bridge the access-to-justice gap. The conversation emphasizes the importance of user experience, governance practices, and the need to rethink traditional professional roles in the legal field. Takeaways: Legal and compliance functions must evolve to be more human-centered. AI can significantly enhance legal decision-making processes. Trust in technology is crucial for successful implementation. User experience should be prioritized in legal tech solutions. Automation can free up valuable time for legal professionals. Access to justice is a critical issue that can be addressed with technology. Rethinking traditional roles in law can lead to better outcomes. Data-driven insights can improve compliance practices. Collaboration between experts and end-users is essential for success. Legal technology should focus on delivering real value to users. Sound Bites: "AI should unleash human potential." "Trust is the key to unlocking value." "We need to build trust in our technology." Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Legal Transformation 02:32 The Journey of Sam Flynn and Mickey Finds 05:30 Rethinking Legal Systems and Design 08:10 Substance Over Form in Legal Processes 10:56 The Role of AI in Legal Architecture 13:39 Building a Legal Front Door 16:24 User Experience in Compliance 18:54 Engagement and Data Utilization 21:56 The Future of Legal Workflows 24:29 Deciding Between Automation and Human Input 26:56 Navigating High-Risk Inquiries 27:50 Strategic Automation for Stakeholder Engagement 28:58 The Importance of Human Expertise in AI 30:57 Transforming Fear into Opportunity with AI 32:59 Building Trustworthy AI in Legal Settings 36:56 Governance Practices for AI Deployment 43:51 Access to Justice: Bridging Gaps with Technology Guest Biography: Sam Flynn is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Josef, a legal automation platform that empowers legal and compliance teams to create reliable, self-serve tools — no coding required. In his role, Sam leads Josef's business operations, governance, marketing, and customer success functions, scaling both product impact and organizational trust. An ex-BigLaw litigator and experienced legal technologist, Sam has long been passionate about using technology to bridge the access-to-justice gap and elevate the delivery of legal services. In 2016, he built Myki Fines, a public-facing legal tech solution that attracted more than 60,000 users in its first month and helped catalyze reforms to unfair laws. At Josef, Sam combines legal expertise with product and operational leadership to help teams rethink how legal and compliance work gets done — shifting from inbox-driven bottlenecks to strategic architectures that deliver decision-useful guidance at scale. He is a frequent speaker on generative AI in legal, a board member of the Center for Legal Innovation, and an advocate for human-centered legal design.

In this episode, Anna Tempesta Noonan, BSN, MS, RN, President and Chief Operating Officer of Central Vermont Medical Center at the University of Vermont Health Network, shares insights on the realities of rural healthcare delivery, workforce pipelines, and hospital sustainability. She discusses caring for an aging population, regionalizing services, and how new federal investment and collaboration can help transform rural health for the future.

On this episode of Live From The Compound, Downtown Josh Brown is joined by Andrew Macdonald, President and Chief Operating Officer at Uber, after one of the strongest quarters in the company's history as a public stock. They break down Uber's standout earnings, rapid user and trip growth, and what the numbers say about the business today, before diving into the biggest question facing the space: how autonomous vehicles will shape Uber's future. This episode is sponsored by Teucrium. Find out more at https://teucrium.com/agricultural-commodity-etfs Sign up for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Compound Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and never miss out! Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/thecompoundnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/thecompoundnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-compound-media/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thecompoundnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Investing involves the risk of loss. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be or regarded as personalized investment advice or relied upon for investment decisions. Michael Batnick and Josh Brown are employees of Ritholtz Wealth Management and may maintain positions in the securities discussed in this video. All opinions expressed by them are solely their own opinion and do not reflect the opinion of Ritholtz Wealth Management. The Compound Media, Incorporated, an affiliate of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ritholtz Wealth Management⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, receives payment from various entities for advertisements in affiliated podcasts, blogs and emails. Inclusion of such advertisements does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation thereof, or any affiliation therewith, by the Content Creator or by Ritholtz Wealth Management or any of its employees. For additional advertisement disclaimers see here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ritholtzwealth.com/advertising-disclaimers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Investments in securities involve the risk of loss. Any mention of a particular security and related performance data is not a recommendation to buy or sell that security. The information provided on this website (including any information that may be accessed through this website) is not directed at any investor or category of investors and is provided solely as general information. Obviously nothing on this channel should be considered as personalized financial advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any securities. See our disclosures here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ritholtzwealth.com/podcast-youtube-disclosures/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices