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Ops CastA Marketing Ops Professional's Guide to Finance with Nick AracoText us your thoughts on the episode or the show!Join us as we engage in a dynamic conversation with Nick Araco, the visionary CEO and founder of the CFO Alliance. What if finance roles were not just about numbers but also about building community and collaboration? Nick sheds light on his journey in creating a safe and interactive space where finance leaders are empowered to connect, debate, and influence their enterprises effectively. We've touched on the exciting possibilities for Mopsapalooza 2025, including a potential CMO CFO panel—a testament to the powerful synergies between finance and marketing op...2024-10-1447 min
Talent WinsUnmissable Insights: Best of Talent Wins Podcast With Top CEOsChris Mursau is the President of Topgrading, a proven system that helps organizations build and maintain high-performing teams through hiring, development, and promotion strategies. Since 2001, Chris has been consulting and teaching organizations and individual managers how to pack their teams with A Players. Chris has conducted over 2,500 in-depth Topgrading assessments for internal and external candidates, helped hundreds of people achieve their A potential, and trained thousands of people in the guaranteed methods for improving their success. His client list is broad and diverse, including Fortune 500 companies, small to medium-sized businesses, and nonprofit organizations. In this episode… ...2024-07-2413 min
Level Up PodcastRedefining Handcrafted and Fresh Baked Dog Treats With Kaleb and Kolby RushIn March 2020, brothers Kaleb and Kolby Rush lost their internships with the onset of the pandemic. They decided to put their skills and knowledge to good use. Alongside their dad, they spent months perfecting their five-ingredient, human-grade, meat-based dog treat recipes. With a passion for entrepreneurship, a love for dogs, and their unique knowledge of dog treat craftsmanship, Kaleb and Kolby got down to business and co-founded Saint Rocco’s Treats. They’re focused on opening 15 Saint Rocco's kitchens by 2030. Kaleb Rush is also the Production Manager at Prime Packaging Partners LLC. Kaleb graduated from the Fox Scho...2022-11-1443 minLevel Up PodcastPassion, Purpose, and Performance With May Thao-Schuck, EdD, Vice President of Career and Professional Development at St. Catherine UniversityMay Thao-Schuck, EdD, is the Vice President of Career and Professional Development at St. Catherine University. With a strong background in leading and advancing teams and organizations, May successfully propels growth through innovative strategic organization and business design. She was previously the Divisional Director of Workforce Development Employment and Training Programs at the Minnesota Department of Employment and the Director of Organizational Development for Training and Development at ActivStyle. She earned her doctorate in organization development and change from the University of St. Thomas, an MBA from Argosy University, and her bachelor’s in therapeutic recreation and re...2022-10-1045 minLevel Up PodcastRecruiting, Leading, and Overcoming With Ginny ClarkeGinny Clarke is the CEO of Ginny Clarke, LLC. She is a talent strategist and organizational builder who provides insights to some of the world's leading executive search firms and technology companies. She recently started her consultancy, where she speaks, writes, and hosts the Fifth Dimensional Leadership podcast. She was the Director of Leadership Staffing and led diversity and internal mobility and non-tech recruiting teams at Google for nearly five years. As a seasoned executive recruiter, Ginny possesses a singular approach to leadership assessment, diversity, recruiting, and talent management that is sought after by her peers. 2022-10-0346 minLevel Up PodcastRevolutionary Ideas for Financial Strategic Initiatives With Reyn Holden, Head of Finance and Accounting at TruebillReyn Holden is the Head of Finance and Accounting at Truebill, a finance company that manages subscriptions, improves credit scores, tracks spending, and builds budgets for consumers. He is a Global Advisory Board Member at AchieveNEXT and the Owner of Quintessence Properties I. Reyn led a team of internal and external staff supporting the technology acquired by Rocket Companies and helped Truebill become a member of the Rocket team. He is experienced in the finance sector and was previously the Lead Data Financial Analyst for the Virginia Regional Transit, a Consultant at LMI, Head of FP&A...2022-09-1240 minLevel Up PodcastDrawing From Life Experiences To Help Serve Your Clients With Misty Law Flurry and Milton Corsey of AchieveNEXTMisty Law Flurry is an accomplished human resources leader who brings over 20 years of experience to her position as Director of Talent Solutions at AchieveNEXT, a company that helps businesses achieve performance goals and outcomes through its peer communities, data, insights, and talent solutions. Misty’s years of experience enabled her to garner specialization in cultural transformation, organizational and executive development, and inclusive leadership. To put it simply, Misty is a champion for the people. Additionally, Misty has held senior HR roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), Mellon, and Xerox. Milton Corsey brings over 20 years of experience to his ro...2022-09-0639 minLevel Up PodcastUnleashing Your Story and Building Your Brand With Steve Dobbins, Founder and CEO of The Dobbins Group Inc.Steve Dobbins is the Founder and CEO of The Dobbins Group Inc., a full-service agency solving marketing and communications challenges for clients worldwide. He is a seasoned marketing and communications professional and has worked side-by-side with CEOs to help build their brands for over twenty years. Steve was the Co-founder of revolucion LA, the Senior Vice President of Member Engagement at Vistage, the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer for the Young Presidents' Organization, Inc., and the Owner of Spin Creative. In this episode… Every brand has a story, and as a leader, how can you ef...2022-08-0839 minLevel Up PodcastReaching Beyond the Sphere of Sports With Matt Aaron, President and CEO of Special Olympics PennsylvaniaMatt Aaron is the President and CEO of the Special Olympics Pennsylvania, a nonprofit organization that uses the power of sports to transform the lives of people with intellectual disabilities. Over the course of 13 years working for this statewide nonprofit, Matt has more than tripled annual revenues by fostering a strategic vision to expand and regionalize the organization. Matt has positioned the Special Olympics Pennsylvania as an innovator and a next-level performer. Prior to joining Special Olympics Pennsylvania, Matt established a career in the US Navy, gained valuable marketing experience within the Strategic Planning Division of Procter...2022-06-2750 minLevel Up PodcastHow to Cultivate Relational Versus Transactional Connections With RJ Juliano, Senior VP, CIO, and CMP at Parkway CorporationRJ Juliano is the Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer, and Chief Marketing Officer at Parkway Corporation. He helps companies create environments where people want to work and customers enjoy doing business. In 2016, he began his career with Parkway as the Chief Information Officer, and in 2020 he was promoted to the dual role of Chief Marketing Officer. In 2021, he was also handed the Senior Vice President role. Working in real estate, higher education, and investments, RJ has over 25 years of business leadership and consulting experience specializing in technology strategy, media and marketing, operations, team development, and business p...2022-06-0644 minLevel Up PodcastImpacting the Greater Good Through Corporate Social Responsibility With Regina Black Lennox, Executive Vice President and Chief of Staff at Satell InstituteRegina Black Lennox is the Executive Vice President and Chief of Staff at Satell Institute, a company well-known for a strong, supportive culture of accountability and dedication to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Ed Satell founded and fully-endowed the groundbreaking Satell Institute, a “Think and Do Tank for Corporate Social Responsibility.” The Institute is focused on championing the interdependence of successful business organizations, the well-being of the communities they operate in, and the need they have for each other, recognizing an inescapable priority for business leaders — to make the communities they operate in better by partnering for-profits with quality nonprofits, for th...2022-05-1642 minLevel Up PodcastPositioning Yourself To Recreate the Future With Kendall Qualls, Republican Candidate for Minnesota GovernorKendall Qualls is a Republican Candidate for the Governor of Minnesota. Before this, he was the Founder and President of TakeCharge Minnesota, an organization created to inspire and educate black and minority communities. He has over 25 years of experience in the healthcare industry, working as the Chief Commercial Officer and EVP for PotentiaMetrics and the Global Marketing Vice President for Covidien/Medtronic, as well as other roles for pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies. Kendall also served on the board of trustees at Nyack Hospital in New York City and the board of directors at Colorado UpLift. ...2022-04-2534 minLevel Up PodcastCultivating A Talent Navigator Mindset With Emma Pollard, Director of Global Talent Development at TeleflexEmma Pollard is the Director of Global Talent Development at Teleflex, a global provider of medical technologies with more than 14,000 employees worldwide. With over a decade of experience in talent acquisition, Emma helps companies develop and engage their employees and customers at every part of the enterprise. She enjoys exploring international environments, organizations, and cultures. Additionally, Emma has a background in psychology that assists with her communication, analytic skills, and interactions. In this episode… How can you set your employees up for success? What can you do to improve your company culture while enriching your em...2022-04-1837 minLevel Up PodcastEmpowering The Next Generation of Leaders With Dan Rhoton, Executive Director at HopeworksDan Rhoton is the Executive Director at Hopeworks, a nonprofit founded in 2000 to help Camden, New Jersey young adults return to school and create pathways for gainful employment. Dan is an experienced education and nonprofit leader with two decades of experience helping youth and adults achieve their dreams. With a focus on education, technology, and entrepreneurship, Dan and his team at Hopeworks provide a positive, healing atmosphere that propels young people to build strong futures and break the cycle of violence and poverty. In this episode… Everybody deserves a second chance, and you never know wh...2022-04-0437 minLevel Up Podcast[Year in Review]Nick Araco is the Founder and CEO of AchieveNEXT, a peer-led advisory network organization that empowers market leaders and their teams to meet ambitious growth goals. Over the last 20 years, Nick has helped facilitate a community of forward-thinking, entrepreneurial-minded, and financially educated C-Suite executives across industries. He serves as the voice of the CFO community, representing over 10,000 leaders and members of The CFO Alliance and The CHRO Alliance. Prior to founding AchieveNEXT, Nick served in growth strategy and business development leadership roles for companies including Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP and RSM US. He is currently a renowned...2022-03-1425 minLevel Up PodcastCreating Impactful Experiences With Roy Schindele, President at RDS Advisers CorpRoy Schindele is the President of RDS Advisers Corp and the Executive Director of Sales and Marketing at Mission Inn Resort & Club. He grew up in an entrepreneurial household and has been in the hospitality industry for over 30 years. Roy’s customer-oriented focus and strategic planning experience have played a key role in his successful career. Previously, he was the Founder of a fashion design company, a Consultant at Walt Disney World, and the Resort Director at Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge. In this episode… In the hospitality industry, the manner in which you tr...2022-03-0754 minLevel Up PodcastGrowing Your Team from Two to 200 With Myles Anderson, Founder and CEO of BrightLocalMyles Anderson is the Founder and CEO of BrightLocal. BrightLocal is a marketing technology business that provides solutions to local marketing challenges. Their tools and services have helped over 80,000 local marketers develop success for their brands and clients. The BrightLocal team has grown to more than 200 employees working in four countries. Before launching his business, Myles was the Product Manager and Marketing Manager for VideoJug and the Director of Business Development for eHarmony. In this episode… It’s one thing to manage two employees. It’s a different challenge when you’re leading a team of 50. B...2022-02-2851 minLevel Up PodcastAn Innovative Approach to Sustainability With Stu Benton, President and CEO of Bradford Soap WorksStu Benton is the President and CEO at Bradford Soap Works, an international manufacturer of personal care products focused on sustainability. He has been with Bradford Soap Works for over ten years, serving as their CFO before expanding to his current position. Stu has held several executive manufacturing, distribution, and financial roles for companies including Northeast Security Inc., New Energy Alliance, Plymouth Rubber Europa S/A, and more. Stu holds a bachelor’s degree in accountancy from Bentley University and an Executive MBA from Suffolk University. He is the Past President of the Massachusetts Society of CPAs an...2022-02-1439 minLevel Up PodcastThe Importance of Diversity to Business Success With Travis Shumake, the First LGBTQ+ Driver for NHRATravis Shumake is a Licensed NHRA Funny Car and Super Comp Dragster Driver who is skilled in community relations, brand representation, and public speaking. Travis is the fastest LGBTQ+ motorsports driver in the world and the first openly gay racer licensed by the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA), which is considered one of the largest motorsports sanctioning bodies across the globe. Travis grew up in the drag racing world as the son of the late Funny Car champion, Tripp Shumake, and is an LGBTQ+ activist and a nonprofit fundraiser. In this episode… Are you in an...2022-02-0741 minLevel Up PodcastThe Mindset of a Successful Leader With Jeff Terhune, Director of Federal Affairs at JBS Communications, LLCJeff Terhune is the Director of Federal Affairs at JBS Communications, LLC, a bipartisan government relations firm. In his role, Jeff is a trusted advisor to private sector leaders, community agents, and public policymakers — providing strategy guidance that is informed by his experience with federal and state government officials. He serves small and medium-sized enterprises, institutions of higher education, and nonprofits with a primary focus on improving livelihoods in rural America. In this episode… Are you struggling to come up with solutions that best fit your problems as a leader? What if there was a simp...2022-01-3140 minLevel Up PodcastElevating Founders Into CEOs With Mike Krupit, Founder of TrajectifyMike Krupit founded Trajectify, a business and leadership coaching company, in 2013 to help entrepreneurs and small businesses succeed. He has been at the helm of eight diverse startups — including Real Food Works, Novotorium, and CDNOW — and is familiar with the highs and lows of running a business. He began his career as an engineer before discovering his passion for leadership and coaching. During his 30 years of experience, Mike helped a 15-year-old telecommunications company double its revenues to $25 million and spent a decade in Silicon Valley working with two innovative businesses: Verity and KnowledgSet. He moved back to the...2022-01-2449 minLevel Up PodcastWork Smarter, Not Harder With Richard Polak, Global Business AdvisorRichard Polak is a global business consultant and renowned thought leader with over 40 years of experience. He has designed world-class and HR benefit programs for multinational firms, including leading hotel chains, Fortune 100 companies, and global technology brands. Currently, Richard serves as a senior global advisor for an advocacy group that advises Congress on benefit issues, as well as other prominent associations and consulting firms. Richard has helped hundreds of companies in more than 90 countries increase productivity, improve HR Forensics, and take their businesses to the next level. Previously, he worked as the Executive Vice President/Area President...2021-12-1345 minTalent WinsDriving Growth Through a People-Centered ApproachNick Araco is the Co-founder, Chairman, and CEO of AchieveNEXT, a provider of talent development performance solutions and peer learning networks. Nick is an expert at making connections that count, and he’s used this skill over the past two decades to empower leaders and grow their organizations. Nick is also the host of the Level Up podcast, where he has conversations with business and industry trailblazers on how to take growth, diversity, and leadership to the next level. Before founding AchieveNEXT, Nick served in senior leadership roles at leading global law, accounting, and business advisory firms....2021-12-0837 minLevel Up PodcastThe Key to Achieving Explosive Sales Growth With Mark Roberts, CEO and Founder of OTB Sales SolutionsMark Roberts has over 35 years of experience helping organizations drive profitable sales growth. He is the CEO and Founder of OTB Sales Solutions, where he uses a “no smoke and mirrors” approach to improve sales teams and boost profits. Mark has held senior roles in sales and marketing for SPARXiQ, The Timken Company, Gardner Denver, VMI, and Frito-Lay, among others. He is the author of Branding Backwards, the creator of the No Smoke and Mirrors blog, and a popular keynote speaker, trainer, and thought leader on LinkedIn. Mark has been awarded The Business Excellence Award from the Nati...2021-12-0646 minLevel Up PodcastRedefining Talent and Executive Recruiting with Bob Blumenthal, Talent Acquisition and Human Capital StrategistRobert (Bob) Blumenthal is an Independent Human Capital Consultant who consults for companies and investor funds on everything related to people and talent acquisition. He has over two decades of experience in leading C-suite talent acquisition and human capital strategy, and has recruited senior executives and board members for major corporations and private equity and venture-funded companies within the industrial, consumer, retail, healthcare, and technology industries. Before this, Bob began his career in sales and marketing at IBM Corporation where he was a platform speaker and motivational marketer. As a branch manager, Bob ran the number one...2021-11-2954 minLevel Up PodcastTurning Your Employees and Customers Into Loyal Fans with Ruby Newell-Legner, Founder of 7 Star ServiceRuby Newell-Legner is a Fan Experience and Employee Engagement Strategist and the Founder of 7 Star Service. She specializes in inspiring new service cultures in sports, leisure, and entertainment industries to create the ultimate fan experience. Ruby has worked with over 66 professional sports teams and several international sporting events ranging from the Olympics to the Super Bowl. Ruby has presented approximately 3,000 staff development sessions in 24 countries and has been a member of the National Speakers Association since 1995. Previously, she was a swimming coach and recreation facilities manager for over 20 years, which taught her the importance of teamwork, leadership...2021-11-1547 minLevel Up PodcastBuilding a Diversity-Friendly Startup Ecosystem with Terence Craig, Startup Investor and AdvisorTerence Craig is an startup investor and advisor with expertise in AI, SaaS, Big Data, and more. He works with organizations like Astia, The Capital Network, the Investors of Color Network, and Toyota Ventures to support diversity and boost growth. His specialty is investing in and creating opportunities for diverse teams and companies. Terence graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a bachelor’s degree in information systems. He started his career as a pioneer in the technology space before taking on the role of advisor for startup entrepreneurs. In this episode… Ho...2021-11-0857 minLevel Up PodcastEmpowering a Relationship-Driven Team with JJ Laforet, Senior Director of Operations at Good EggsJJ Laforet is the Senior Director of Operations at Good Eggs, an industry-leading grocery brand that delivers sustainable and fresh products to your door. His first job out of business school was with Carpedia International, an implementation consulting firm, where he learned the skills and techniques to make businesses and company cultures better. JJ earned his BS in operations and political science from Stony Brook University and his MBA from Marymount University. He is also a former Division I lacrosse player and Division III coach, which taught him the importance of leadership, teamwork, and performance. ...2021-10-1839 minLevel Up PodcastLeading Future Generations with Dr. Yung Lie, President and CEO of the Damon Runyon Cancer Research FoundationDr. Yung Lie is the President and CEO of the Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation, an organization that supports the next generation of leaders in cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. She is an experienced scientist, an advocate for cancer research, and an executive board member for The Chemical Probes Portal and Health Research Alliance. Dr. Lie began her professional journey with a degree in molecular and cellular biology from the University of California, Berkeley. After earning her PhD in biological sciences from Stanford University, her passion and the thrill of discovery led her to pursue postdoctoral training a...2021-10-1146 minLevel Up PodcastEpisode 39 - Diane McGrawDiane McGraw is the President and Executive Producer at McGraw Productions and the Producer for The Dare to Dream Experience, a mentoring program for high school and college students. She began her career as the assistant to the President of the Screen Actors Guild and Kaufman Astoria Studios and has managed notable sports and entertainment events for over 30 years, including the Los Angeles Grammy Awards, the 1994 Soccer World Cup, MLB and NHL All-Star Games, and more. In 2017, Diane became the first female inducted into the National Association of Sports Commissions (Sports ETA) Hall of Fame. She is...2021-09-2741 minLevel Up PodcastCreating Momentum and Clarity with Jon Sappey, Principal Consultant at INSTEPJon Sappey has over 20 years of experience in the technology industry and is currently the Principal Consultant at INSTEP, a boutique consulting firm for software and technology companies. He excels at helping companies clarify their strategic intent and lead change initiatives in the commercial, operational, and human capital dimensions. Jon began his leadership journey as a teacher and sharpened his skills as the Director of Strategy for Vertex Inc. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Harvard University and later received his MBA from the Yale School of Management. He is known for his creativity, collaboration, and pa...2021-09-2044 minLevel Up PodcastHow to Express Empathy in Leadership with Mel Gravely, CEO of TriVersity ConstructionMel Gravely is the CEO of TriVersity Construction, a commercial construction company located in Cincinnati, Ohio. Mel is also the author of multiple books, including his most recent book, Dear White Friend: The Realities of Race, the Power of Relationships and Our Path to Equity. As an active business and civic leader, Mel previously chaired the board of the Cincinnati Regional Chamber of Commerce and served on the board of the United Way. He was also a founding board member of the Cincinnati Regional Economic Development Initiative (REDI). Mel earned his MBA from Kent State University and...2021-09-1350 min
This is Capitalism: Inspired, Explained, In FocusNick Araco, CEO of AchieveNEXT, and Tom Stewart, Chief Knowledge Officer Patricia O’Connell interviews Nick Araco, CEO of AchieveNEXT, and Tom Stewart, Chief Knowledge Officer, about AchieveNEXT and recent data they have collected from middle-market CHROs and CFOs regarding where they see business heading for the rest of the year. Listen in to learn more about AchieveNEXT and projected upcoming mid-market growth. Key Takeaways: [:28] Patricia O’Connell introduces Nick Araco, CEO of AchieveNEXT, and Tom Stewart, Chief Knowledge Officer. [1:09] AchieveNEXT helps emerging and middle-market CFOs and CHROs to gather and assemble data, to benchmark, and to share best practices, and do it all...2021-09-0926 minLevel Up PodcastRe-imagining Outsourcing for a Better Business with Suneet Bhatt, President and Board Chair of BoldrSuneet Bhatt is the President and Board Chair of Boldr, an outsourcing company that provides enterprises with high-quality, custom solutions in customer experience, data management, and sales enablement. With years of experience in business and marketing, he is a seasoned leader who has led companies through all phases of growth and performance. In addition to this, Suneet is the creator of My Authentic Story, where he helps people unearth, frame, and tell their authentic stories. He also founded Dream Village, an organization that uses picture books and the web to help kids explore and address important global...2021-08-0254 minLevel Up PodcastLeveraging Innovation to Drive Real Results with Robyn Bolton, Founder and Chief Navigator at MileZeroRobyn Bolton, the Founder and Chief Navigator of MileZero, helps executives use innovation to unlock the potential of their organizations, get real results, and create a map for future success. Robyn began her career at Procter & Gamble, where she gained hands-on experience in corporate innovation by leading the North American launch of Swiffer and Swiffer WetJet. At MileZero, Robyn has worked with Medtronic, Ariadne Labs, Teachers Pay Teachers, and more to transform customer insights into viable businesses. She has also assisted organizations including Alexion, Sanofi, and The Cable Center in building their innovation capabilities and cultures. Before...2021-07-2643 minLevel Up PodcastThe Human Advantage — Developing People and Culture with Eric Guthoff, Founder of Human AdvantageEric Guthoff is the Founder of Human Advantage, an advisory firm helping organizations in sports stand out as leaders in people and culture. Human Advantage partners with leagues, teams, sports media organizations, and more to develop solutions that maximize engagement, growth, and performance. Eric is a relationship-driven and growth-minded executive with a proven track record of identifying, launching, and executing opportunities with complex organizations. His past experiences have afforded him opportunities to build strong relationships across sports, entertainment, gaming, and eSports. In this episode… Building and implementing a people strategy isn’t easy. As E...2021-07-1944 minLevel Up PodcastCreating a Strategy for Long-Term Success with Mark Audino, Independent Consultant and Growth Strategist, XeroxMark Audino is an Independent Consultant and Growth Strategist with over 35 years of international experience in marketing, sales, product development, leadership management, and more. Using his expert strategies and tactics, he helps organizations drive top-line growth and outperform financially. Before this, Mark served as the VP and Chief Marketing Officer at Xerox for 26 years. In this role, he launched over 200 products and gained marketing expertise in multiple countries. He also worked as the CMO at McGladrey, where he was responsible for corporate marketing and business development. In this episode… Where are you going to...2021-07-1246 minLevel Up PodcastA Team-Centric, Inclusive Leadership Style with Martie Cordaro, President of the Omaha Storm Chasers and Union OmahaMartie Cordaro is the President of the Omaha Storm Chasers and Union Omaha. He has been with the Omaha Storm Chasers since 2007 and was recently honored with the George Brett Commitment to ALS Award. Martie was also recognized as the Minor League Baseball Executive of the Year in 2013, the Sarpy County Business Leader of the Year in 2014, and more. Community has consistently been at the forefront of Martie’s daily efforts, and his team has received multiple honors for their community work, including Ballpark Digest’s Charity Team of the Year Award. In 2020, Martie led his team thro...2021-06-2850 minLevel Up PodcastBecoming an Effective Leader with Eric Pillmore, General Partner of Amore Limited PartnershipsEric Pillmore is a finance and corporate governance leader and the General Partner of Amore Limited Partnerships. He is also a board member for several companies and nonprofits, including Vectrus, a leading provider of global service solutions. Before this, Eric was the Senior Advisor for the Deloitte Center for Corporate Governance. Throughout his career, Eric has held executive finance and corporate governance roles for companies such as Tyco International, General Electric, and General Instrument. He also served as a US Navy officer and as an auditor with the Naval Audit Service in Washington, DC. In...2021-06-2148 minLevel Up PodcastFostering Relationships in Your Community with Momin Sheikh, Managing Partner of Frankel Management CompanyMomin Sheikh is the Managing Partner of Frankel Management Company (FMC), a full-service real estate firm that develops, builds, operates, and manages real estate. FMC specializes in strategic and diverse acquisitions, including residential, industrial, commercial, office, and retail properties. With his partners, Momin is responsible for fund strategy, capital raises, and investor relations. Before joining FMC, Momin was the Founder and President of MerakiCMO, a creative agency that provides marketing and branding solutions to multinational companies across various industries. Momin also co-founded the nonprofit, Friends For Good, and volunteers at CareLink Community Support Services, Justice for Our...2021-06-1449 minLevel Up PodcastBuilding a Diverse, Value-Based Team with Rasagna Holt, Founder and CEO of KGTigerRasagna Holt is the Founder and CEO of KGTiger, a company that serves the in-house recruitment and talent acquisition industry. KGTiger provides solutions that combine human intelligence and machine learning to solve critical talent acquisition problems. Rasagna and her team have serviced companies including MathWorks, Microsoft, Disney, ESPN, Under Armour, and many more. Throughout her career, Rasagna has helped major organizations build talent strategies around diversity hiring, international expansion, talent market research, volume hiring, executive staffing, and talent pipeline. She continues to grow her team and company through new and innovative strategies around talent acquisition. ...2021-06-0745 minLevel Up PodcastStrengthening Your Marketing Strategy with Lance Hollander, Co-Founder and Partner of The Agency ShopLance Hollander is the Co-founder and Partner of The Agency Shop, a company that provides due diligence and assessment of digital strategies, ROI, agency competence, media effectiveness, and technology selections. In addition to this, Lance is a board member at From the Future, an advisor at CourtAvenue, and the Principal of Lance Hollander Consulting. Lance has over 20 years of experience in digital strategy, customer experience, marketing technology, and media. He has owned, led, and sold three digital agencies, including Delphic Digital, which was purchased for its award-winning customer experience work and Fortune 500 clients. In this...2021-05-2447 minLevel Up PodcastThe Art and Science of Talent Acquisition with Andrew Norrie, Founder and Partner of Forward Path GroupAndrew Norrie is the Founder and Partner of Forward Path Group, a company that provides human capital solutions to help businesses achieve growth. Andrew has 25 years of experience in executive search, client service, strategy, planning, and growth. Throughout his entrepreneurial career, he has led many start-ups to success and generated millions of dollars in revenue. Before launching Forward Path Group, Andrew founded Four Corners Group, an executive search firm that reached #42 on the Hunt Scanlon “Top 50 Search Firms in North America” list. As a trusted advisor, Andrew has also been a member of several boards, including Bright Blue...2021-05-1740 minLevel Up PodcastLeading Social Change with Dr. DeRetta Rhodes, EVP and Chief People Capital Officer for the Atlanta BravesDr. DeRetta Rhodes is the Executive Vice President and Chief People Capital Officer for the Atlanta Braves. Dr. Rhodes oversees people capital initiatives for the organization’s major leagues, minor leagues, and The Battery Atlanta operations. In her three seasons with the Atlanta Braves, she has transformed the people capital department, expanded the organization’s culture, and created an internal diversity, equity, and inclusion council. In addition to this, Dr. Rhodes has served in various board member roles for organizations in the Metro Atlanta community, including HR People + Strategy, Goodwill of North Georgia, 21st Century Leaders, and more...2021-05-1046 minLevel Up PodcastRedefining the Human Resources Role with Laura Remaker, Head of People Operations at gettacarLaura Remaker is a diversity champion, a leader in human resources, and the Head of People Operations at gettacar, an online platform that helps users buy, trade, sell, and finance used cars. Laura has managed HR, talent acquisition, employee engagement, and leadership and succession planning for seven fast-growing companies. Before joining gettacar, Laura served as the Advisor and Chief People Officer at Spring EQ and the Vice President of Human Resources at Greenphire. With over 18 years of experience in the industry, she is redefining the role and value of human resources. In this episode… ...2021-05-0254 minLevel Up PodcastUsing Creativity and Curiosity to Become an Effective Leader with Jim Caruso, Chief Financial Officer of KnipperJim Caruso is a financial executive and the Chief Financial Officer of J. Knipper and Company (Knipper), a leading healthcare solutions company that serves the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries. Jim is a former CPA/consulting firm partner with 30 years of experience in financial management, mergers and acquisitions, business process outsourcing, information technology, and operations. Prior to joining Knipper, Jim served as the CFO of a home healthcare provider, where he built a scalable infrastructure and helped grow the company significantly. As a dynamic, purpose-driven leader, he has a reputation for developing high-performing teams and driving...2021-04-2647 minLevel Up PodcastCreating an Ensemble Work Environment with Omar Abdullah, VP of Marketing & Outreach at Cultivate Behavioral Health & EducationOmar Abdullah is the Vice President of Marketing & Outreach at Cultivate Behavioral Health & Education. In this role, he helps raise awareness about Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy through marketing, branding, communication, sales, and advocacy. Prior to joining Cultivate Behavioral Health & Education, Omar was an interdisciplinary scholar and communication consultant. He taught courses at the University of California, Davis, and Texas A&M University and has spoken at conferences and facilitated workshops at Trinity University and SXSW. In addition to this, Omar is a former stand-up and sketch comedian who has performed in venues across the San Francisco...2021-04-1942 minLevel Up PodcastNavigating Personal and Professional Change with Lori Hardwick, CEO of Wealth Tech at Red Rock Strategic PartnersLori Hardwick is the CEO of Wealth Tech at Red Rock Strategic Partners. With 25 years of experience in the wealth tech industry, Lori is known for her intense passion for continuous improvement on behalf of financial advisors and their firms. She currently serves on several boards, including the Strategic Advisory Board for Genstar Capital, the Board of Directors for Riskalyze, and more. In 2017, Lori co-founded Advisor Innovation Labs, where she built systems of engagement for financial advisors and their clients. Lori has been recognized as a “Winner in Wealthtech” by Wealth Management Today, a “Woman to Watch” by Inves...2021-04-1253 minLevel Up PodcastHow to Achieve Super Bowl-Level Results with Chukky Okobi, Founder of Basic Instructions and Former NFL ChampionChukky Okobi is a keynote speaker, mindset coach, entrepreneur, and former NFL Super Bowl Champion. He is currently a Master Practitioner in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and the Founder of Basic Instructions, a mental bootcamp that helps organizations, leaders, and teams work through roadblocks to achieve peak performance. Chukky offers workshops, training, and one-on-one coaching focused on reaching your highest personal and professional potential. In addition to this, Chukky is an eight-year NFL alumni, having played with the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Arizona Cardinals, and the Houston Texans. After experiencing success in professional sports, entertainment, and business entrepreneurship, Chukky...2021-04-0551 minLevel Up PodcastGoing Beyond the Numbers with Todd White, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer at AchieveNEXTTodd White is the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer at AchieveNEXT. He is a high-impact senior financial executive, strategist, and business developer with over 20 years of experience in private equity and venture capital transactions. In his role at AchieveNEXT, Todd has led merger and acquisition activities, financial and business planning and analysis, and reporting. He has also directed the preparations, solicitations, due diligence, and closings for private debt and equity growth finances. Todd has a long track record of successful accomplishments with companies ranging from startups to established growth businesses. 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He received his MBA in Finance from Indiana Wesleyan University and his BS in Chemical Engineering from The Ohio State University. In this episode… ...2021-02-0142 minLevel Up PodcastThe Power of Curiosity and Understanding in the Middle Market with Michele Juliana, Principal in the Technology Consulting Practice at RSM USMichele Juliana is the Principal in the Technology Consulting Practice at RSM US, where she leads the business applications team. RSM is a leading audit tax and consulting firm focused on the middle market. At RSM US, Michele works with various public and private sector organizations to optimize technology use. Prior to joining RSM US, Michele was an Account Manager at Keystone Information Systems and a Federal Grant Program Manager for the State of New Jersey. She has a broad range of experience in the public sector, life sciences, and software and professional services. 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Talent Talks: According to the Hoyle'sMaking Connections that Count with Nick Araco Talent Talks Ep.7Watch and uncover how making meaningful connections can help in your career development!
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The Market That Moves AmericaWhat Now? How Middle Market CXOs Are Ending 2020Now more than six months into the pandemic, NCMM welcomes AchieveNext CEO, Nick Araco, to share what he's seeing from CEOs and CHROs and how they're planning to lead their companies forward into 3Q 2020 and beyond, plus what those with a strong "immune system" in managing through the pandemic have in common. 2020-10-0125 min
Smart Business Revolution | Turn Relationships into Revenues | Networking | More Clients | Relationship AdviceNick Araco, Jr. | Building Networks from Scratch and Connecting in a Virtual WorldNick Araco, Jr. is the co-founder, Chairman, and CEO of AchieveNEXT, a provider of specialized Human Capital Performance Solutions and developer of the Alliance Peer Advisory Networks, which includes The CFO Alliance and The CHRO Alliance. Nick has a demonstrated track record of being a multi-talented, growth strategy, sales, marketing, finance, HR, operations, and enterprise leader. He has been able to bring his unique ability of "Making Connections that Count” to Finance, HR, Sales, and other C-Suite executives and business leaders across North America over the last 20 years. He has a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with a...2020-07-1733 min
Snyder Showdown044 | Results + Passion = Achievement with Nick Araco, CEO of AchieveNEXTNick Araco is the CEO of AchieveNEXT - a Philadelphia-based growth agency that provides a unique combination of Peer Advisory Networks and specialized Human Capital Performance Solutions to enterprise leaders and their teams, Nick recently sat down with Chris Snyder to discuss how passion has always driven his business decisions.2020-06-161h 14
INspired INsider Podcast[Top Giver Series] Making Tough Financial Decisions During a Crisis with Nick Araco of AchieveNEXTNick Araco is the Chairman and CEO of AchieveNEXT, a company that helps introduce disruptive knowledge sharing to the c-suite, the Finance, and the HR communities in North America. Considered as one of the nation’s most prominent business, career, and life Connector, as well as the ‘Voice of the Middle Market CFO, Nick has spent over 20 years educating, inspiring, and empowering his ever-growing c-suite and professional network. In this episode… Entrepreneurial decisions are tough calls to make. And these days, it’s even more difficult to make financial decisions because the repercussions can lead to a dom...2020-05-1445 minThe Market That Moves AmericaFollow the MoneyHear from one of the people with an ear to middle market CFOs around the country. Nick Araco of the CFO Alliance joins Tom Stewart to talk about the interesting year ahead and how to empower your company's leaders to make decisions that align across disciplines. 2019-03-2824 min
LeftFoot - Fresh Conversations on the Business of Law12: Be a Connector with Nick Araco of Drinker Biddle and the CFO AllianceLearn the Power of Listening:
Nicole chats with Nick Araco Sr. Director of Growth Strategies and Business Development at Drinker Biddle, and CEO of the CFO Alliance.
Strengths/habits that have led to success: In this ever-changing noisy environment where time is the asset everyone is managing – be a qualified connector and break through the noise the C suite operates in.
Growth strategy: Position yourself as a trusted connector and your clients and prospective clients will come to you for advice and counsel – even outside your area of expertise and technical background.
T...2016-06-1600 minLeftFoot - Fresh Conversations on the Business of LawGroPro 20/20 Conference Hosted by CatapultLeftFoot had the opportunity to attend a GroPro 20/20 Professional Services CMO event and interview several attendees for the LeftFoot podcast.
Listen to what these Top Advisors have to say about GroPro 20/20 events …
Jeff Berardi – CMO at K&L Gates;
Brian Miske – CMO at KPMG MSPL;
Nick Araco – Senior Director of Growth Strategies and Business Development at Drinker Biddle; and the CEO of the CFO Alliance;
Jeff Antaya – Partner and CMO at Plante Moran
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