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Making SparksEmbracing the Family Aspect of Business with Tad Dickel Part 2Communication with your family? How do you foster open communication in difficult conversations? Running a family business is full of unique challenges—and successes—that many other businesses don’t have to think about. But navigating those challenges doesn’t have to be difficult. Tad Dickel returns in this episode of MakingSparks to cover it all. – Matthew Nix If you missed part 1, go back and listen HERE. Segments [0:56] Palo Alto Zero Trust OT Security [4:38] Casey’s dad joke [5:30] Common challenges family businesses face [7:28] Spark of Knowledge: Social media [8:40] How to have hard conv...
2024-07-3034 minMaking SparksNavigating a Family Business in Manufacturing with Tad Dickel Part 1Nix Companies is a fifth-generation family business in an industry that's predominantly privately held and family-owned. Family-owned businesses are the fabric of our economy. Today’s guest on MakingSparks, Tad Dickel, is a Leadership & Strategy Consultant with a special interest in family-owned businesses. He helps them with everything from governance to succession planning. Tad shares why having difficult conversations with family early can make a profound impact on the long-term generational success of the business. He also covers how to have those conversations. Don’t miss this one! – Matthew Nix Segments [0:38] Netsuite by Oracl...
2024-07-3030 min
Big Branding Small Business with Jeremy AllenEpisode 82 - Strategizing Success: From Plan to ProgressIn this episode of Big Branding Small Business, host Jeremy Allen is joined by special guest Dr. Tad Dickel, a distinguished strategy and organizational development consultant. Together, they delve into the crucial phase of strategy implementation following the creation of a solid brand foundation.
Jeremy and Tad discuss the importance of moving beyond planning to execution, highlighting the pitfalls of overlooking the implementation phase. Drawing from their experiences, they explore effective strategies for ensuring accountability and driving progress within organizations, whether big or small. Tad shares insights into establishing a cadence of accountability, fostering alignment among leadership...
2024-04-0929 min
Leadership & Strategy Podcast023 - Lloyd WinneckeIn this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Lloyd Winnecke, CEO of E-REP (Evansville Regional Economic Partnership). Lloyd previously served as Mayor of Evansville for twelve years, vice president and marketing director for Fifth Third Bank, and News Director for WEHT-TV News 25. In recognition of his accomplishments and contributions, he will be inducted into the Junior Achievement Regional Hall of Fame in May 2024. Tad and Lloyd discuss his approach to leadership as mayor, his accomplishments in office, and plans for his new role as E-REP CEO.
2024-04-0548 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast022 - Steven EmchIn this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Steven Emch, President of the Orr Fellowship. "Orr Fellowship's mission is to recruit and develop the next generation of business leaders and entrepreneurs." We recently announced that Orr Fellowship would expand into the Evansville region, and the first class of fellows will be placed at area businesses in June 2025. This highly selective post-undergraduate fellowship is dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing talent. Fellows are placed in a job and provided extensive training, executive support, civic involvement, and networking and social opportunities. Steven previously worked at the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, Lessonly, and...
2024-03-1548 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast021 - Savannah WoodIn this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Savannah Wood, CEO of ECHO Housing & Community Development. Before coming to ECHO Housing, Savannah served in the Army for six years and was deployed for three years. Tad and Savannah discuss ECHO Housing's permanent and supportive housing, veterans programs, and community development work. In addition, they discuss her military experience, leadership styles, moving into a leadership role during a challenging time, and ECHO's recent rebranding effort.
2024-03-0143 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast020 - James MacLeodIn this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Dr. James MacLeod, Chair and Professor of History at the University of Evansville. James is the author of "Evansville in World War II" and "Lost Evansville," and he has also been widely published as a cartoonist. Tad and James discuss leadership from his perspective as a historian, characteristics of effective leaders, and how local leaders have influenced the Evansville area.
2024-02-1653 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast019 - Bob JonesIn this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Bob Jones, retired Chairman and CEO at Old National Bank. Bob continues to be incredibly engaged in the community and currently is Board Chair for the University of Evansville and Co-Chair of the Transition Team for newly elected Evansville Mayor Stephanie Terry. Tad and Bob discuss his approach to leadership, company culture, succession planning, civic engagement, and higher education.
2024-02-0341 min
Making Chips Podcast for Manufacturing LeadersMakingSparks: Embracing the Family Aspect of Business with Tad Dickel Part 2communication with your family? How do you foster open communication in difficult conversations? Running a family business is full of unique challenges—and successes—that many other businesses don’t have to think about. But navigating those challenges doesn’t have to be difficult. Tad Dickel returns in this episode of MakingSparks to cover it all. – Matthew Nix If you missed part 1, go back and listen HERE. Segments [0:56] Palo Alto Zero Trust OT Security [4:38] Casey’s dad joke [5:30] Common challenges family businesses face [7:28] Spark of Knowledge: Social media [8:40] How to have hard conv...
2024-01-2334 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast018 - Daryl HaganIn this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Dr. Daryl Hagan, Interim Director for the Institute for the Transformation of Catholic Education and Director of Catholic School Accreditation at the Catholic University of America. Based in Evansville, Indiana, Daryl previously served as Superintendent of Schools for the Catholic Diocese of Evansville and has been a principal and teacher. Daryl is the author of "Communion and Community - 46 Ways to Engage Catholic School Faculty and Staff During the School Year". Tad and Daryl discuss his new book, the differences between employee satisfaction and engagement, his research on building teams, and the c...
2024-01-1744 minMaking Chips Podcast for Manufacturing LeadersMakingSparks: Navigating a Family Business in Manufacturing with Tad Dickel Part 1Nix Companies is a fifth-generation family business in an industry that's predominantly privately held and family-owned. Family-owned businesses are the fabric of our economy. Today’s guest on MakingSparks, Tad Dickel, is a Leadership & Strategy Consultant with a special interest in family-owned businesses. He helps them with everything from governance to succession planning. Tad shares why having difficult conversations with family early can make a profound impact on the long-term generational success of the business. He also covers how to have those conversations. Don’t miss this one! – Matthew Nix Segments [0:38] Netsuite by Oracl...
2024-01-1630 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast017 - Sean GeorgesIn this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Sean Georges, a Marine veteran, attorney, retired Shoe Carnival executive, and current Executive Director of the Evansville Wartime Museum. Sean is the co-author of "On Mission: Your Journey to Authentic Leadership" and provides leadership coaching, speaking, and training services. Tad and Sean discuss servant leadership, how leaders can serve in their best and highest role, lessons learned from military service, and the differences and similarities between corporate and nonprofit leadership.
2024-01-0553 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast016 - Amy MangoldIn this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Amy Mangold, President of the United Way of Southwestern Indiana. Amy is recognizable to many in the Evansville region as a former TV news personality, and she also has previous nonprofit development, marketing, and communications experience. Tad and Amy discuss the importance of focusing on mission, navigating major changes, and succession planning.
2023-12-1548 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast015 - Randy HobsonIn this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Randy Hobson, Owner of Pangea Kitchen, Pangea Pizzeria, and 2nd Language Ramen. Randy is a former Berry Plastics executive who retired early to pursue his dream of high-quality restaurants in Evansville. Tad and Randy discuss developing employees, transitioning from a large corporation to a small, locally-owned business, influencing food culture, and the restaurant operator's challenges.
2023-12-0145 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast014 - Matthew NixIn this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Matthew Nix, President of Nix Companies, a fifth-generation family business headquartered in Poseyville, Indiana. Matthew shares how he has grown the business 100X under his leadership and focused on creating a culture that attracts and retains employees. Tad and Matthew also discuss the unique aspects of leading a family business.
2023-11-1743 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast013 - Kathy SchoettlinIn this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Kathy Schoettlin, Chief Communications, Culture and Social Responsibility Officer for Old National Bank. She previously worked as Public Relations Director at the Southwestern Indiana Chapter of the American Red Cross. Culture, communication, and talent development have been a key focus at Old National, and Kathy shares her experiences with these efforts.
2023-11-0341 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast012 - Tim DickelIn this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad has the unique opportunity to interview his father, Dr. Tim Dickel, Professor Emeritus of Education and former Dean at Creighton University. He discusses his experiences as an administrator in higher education and how different leadership skills and approaches are needed at different times.
2023-10-2052 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast011 - Jim SchroederIn this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Dr. Jim Schroeder, a pediatric psychologist and Vice President of the Department of Psychology and Wellness at Easterseals Rehabilitation Center in Evansville, Indiana. He resides in Evansville with his wife, Amy, and their eight children. Jim discusses how leaders can develop stronger relationships with those around them and focus on their mental health.
2023-10-0654 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast010 - JP EngelbrechtIn this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews JP Engelbrecht, CEO of South Central Inc. South Central. is a family office and holding company established in 1946 in Evansville, Indiana. They believe "business is an honorable calling that makes a difference in the world." JP shares that leadership is typically the missing element for business success in this interview.
2023-09-1546 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast009 - Beth FolzIn this Leadership & Strategy Podcast episode, Tad interviews Beth Folz, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of Evansville. Beth shares her journey transitioning from an attorney to a successful nonprofit leader. Habitat Evansville has been recognized as a top Habitat affiliate in the United States, and they built 27 houses last year. Beth is passionate about providing quality affordable housing to help Evansville area residents flourish.
2023-09-0142 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast008 - DeAndre WilsonIn this Leadership & Strategy Podcast episode, Tad interviews DeAndre Wilson, COO of the Bedford Collab. "The purpose of its existence is to provide sustainability through growing fresh produce, aiding in food rescue, and providing a shared commercial kitchen for existing and striving food entrepreneurs, along with revitalizing a disinvested neighborhood" (from the Bedford Collab website). DeAndre shares his experiences as an entrepreneur and thoughts about diversity and inclusion.
To learn more about Tad Dickel and the T.A. Dickel Group, please visit tadickel.com
To learn more about the Bedford Collab, please visit https://bedfordcollab.com/
2023-08-1843 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast007 - Brad and Andy NiemeierIn this Leadership & Strategy Podcast episode, Tad interviews Brad and Andy Niemeier, Co-CEOs of Azzip Pizza. Azzip was founded in 2014 and has grown to 10 locations within several hours of the Evansville, Indiana region. They share their approach to leadership, how they develop leaders from within, how they operate as Co-CEOs, and how they have made Azzip an employer of choice.
To learn more about Tad Dickel and the T.A. Dickel Group, please visit tadickel.com
To learn more about Azzip, please visit azzippizza.com
2023-08-0446 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast006 - Evelyn RivasIn this Leadership & Strategy Podcast episode, Tad interviews Evelyn Rivas, President of ALASI, based in Dubois County, Indiana, which is dedicated to removing barriers to access for the Latino population and expanding cultural competency by providing education and resources that sustain systems of equity through celebrating culture, building partnerships and developing resources to create a thriving community.
To learn more about Tad Dickel and the T.A. Dickel Group, please visit www.tadickel.com/
To learn more about ALASI, please visit https://www.alasiindiana.com/
2023-07-2151 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast005 - Parri BlackIn this Leadership & Strategy Podcast episode, Tad interviews Parri Black, President and CEO of of Youth First, based in Evansville, Indiana, which exists to transform and strengthen the lives of young people and their families. They offer on-site, free of charge behavioral health services and programs to prevent substance abuse, improve family relationships and develop life skills.
To learn more about Tad Dickel and the T.A. Dickel Group, please visit https://www.tadickel.com/
To learn more about Youth First, please visit https://youthfirstinc.org/
2023-07-0748 min
Big Branding Small Business with Jeremy AllenEpisode 41 - Executing Your Way to Success - Strategies for Effective Implementation with Dr Tad DickelWelcome to Big Branding, Small Business, where we explore the fascinating world of branding and uncover the strategies behind building a distinctive brand identity. Join us today as we sit down with special guest Dr. Tad Dickel, a renowned strategy, leadership, and organizational development consultant. In this episode, they delve into the crucial topic of strategy implementation. He shares insights on how to effectively execute a strategic plan, hold yourself and your team accountable, and overcome challenges that arise, such as strong personalities within leadership. Discover valuable strategies and techniques that will help you turn your strategic plans into...
2023-06-2629 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast004 - Jeremy EvansIn this Leadership & Strategy Podcast episode, Tad interviews Jeremy Evans, Executive Director of Dream Center Evansville, which began in 1998, not as a mission for many, but as a helping hand to one, when Gary Jossa was asked by his church to take one young man under his wing. Dream Center offers its surrounding community after-school programs, a summer day camp, wrap-around care, academic development programs, school integration, and neighborhood revitalization.
To learn more about Tad Dickel and the T.A. Dickel Group, please visit www.tadickel.com/
To learn more about Dream Center Evansville, please visit https://www.dreamcenterevansville.org/
2023-06-0240 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast003: Wayne EllisIn this Leadership & Strategy Podcast episode, Tad interviews Wayne Ellis, CEO of BFit Gym, which began in 1991 with one family’s vision to create a healthier community in Evansville. What started as a few weights in a small building on the west side has grown into four locations helping thousands of people in the tri-state be fit, healthy, and well.
To learn more about Tad Dickel and the T.A. Dickel Group, please visit https://www.tadickel.com/
To learn more about BFit Gym, please visit https://b.fit/
2023-05-0535 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast002: Andrea BaumannIn this Leadership & Strategy Podcast episode, Tad interviews Andrea Baumann, COO of ProRehab, one of Kentucky, Indiana, and Illinois' top-rated physical and occupational therapy experts.
To learn more about Tad Dickel and the T.A. Dickel Group, please visit www.tadickel.com/
To learn more about ProRehab, please visit https://prorehab.com/
2023-04-0740 minLeadership & Strategy Podcast001 - Zac ParsonsIn this inaugural episode of the Leadership & Strategy Podcast, Tad interviews Zac Parsons, co-founder of Honey Moon Coffee Co., where people can pause and appreciate each other over curated drinks, tasty bubble waffles, and more.
Based in Evansville, Indiana, Honey Moon employs approximately 50 individuals across three locations, with a fourth on the horizon.
Zac shares his origin story and path to meeting Jessica—whose dream was to own a coffee shop—and the triumphs and challenges as their lives intertwined while building a now thriving marriage and enterprise.
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2023-03-0141 min
Catholic School MattersDr. Tad DickelDr. Tad Dickel, the dynamic president of Mater Dei High School in Evansville, joins Dr. Tim Uhl on the Catholic School Matters podcast to discuss the impact of the School Choice program in Indiana. Dr. Dickel shares the impact felt at his school, describes how the program works, and looks to the future of school choice.
2017-09-0121 minCatholic School MattersDr. Tad DickelDr. Tad Dickel, the dynamic president of Mater Dei High School in Evansville, joins Dr. Tim Uhl on the Catholic School Matters podcast to discuss the impact of the School Choice program in Indiana. Dr. Dickel shares the impact felt at his school, describes how the program works, and looks to the future of school choice.
2017-09-0121 min