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Fuera de SeriesRazones para ver: ‘LOS OJOS DE WAKANDA', en Disney+
Analizamos sin spoilers Los Ojos de Wakanda, la nueva miniserie animada de Marvel Studios para Disney+ que nos lleva a recorrer siglos de historia wakandiana a través de los ojos de los Hatut Zeraze, los míticos War Dogs.. Estreno: 01 de Agosto.
Sinopsis: La nueva serie de acción y aventuras de Marvel Animation Los ojos de Wakanda sigue las aventuras de los valientes guerreros de Wakanda a lo largo de la historia. En esta aventura por todo el mundo, los héroes deben llevar a cabo peligrosas misiones para recuperar artefactos de Vibranium de los enem...
2025-08-0111 min
Universo MarvelRazones para ver: ‘LOS OJOS DE WAKANDA', en Disney+
Analizamos sin spoilers Los Ojos de Wakanda, la nueva miniserie animada de Marvel Studios para Disney+ que nos lleva a recorrer siglos de historia wakandiana a través de los ojos de los Hatut Zeraze, los míticos War Dogs.. Estreno: 01 de Agosto.
Sinopsis: La nueva serie de acción y aventuras de Marvel Animation Los ojos de Wakanda sigue las aventuras de los valientes guerreros de Wakanda a lo largo de la historia. En esta aventura por todo el mundo, los héroes deben llevar a cabo peligrosas misiones para recuperar artefactos de Vibranium de los enem...
2025-08-0111 min
Review, de Fuera de SeriesRazones para ver: ‘LOS OJOS DE WAKANDA', en Disney+
Analizamos sin spoilers Los Ojos de Wakanda, la nueva miniserie animada de Marvel Studios para Disney+ que nos lleva a recorrer siglos de historia wakandiana a través de los ojos de los Hatut Zeraze, los míticos War Dogs.. Estreno: 01 de Agosto.
Sinopsis: La nueva serie de acción y aventuras de Marvel Animation Los ojos de Wakanda sigue las aventuras de los valientes guerreros de Wakanda a lo largo de la historia. En esta aventura por todo el mundo, los héroes deben llevar a cabo peligrosas misiones para recuperar artefactos de Vibranium de los enem...
2025-08-0111 min
For Your RENformationFor Your RENformation - Season 2, Episode 2Learn more about Women in Tech from three of Ren's own tech gurus, Anna Todd, Sara Peehrboy, and Nancy Jones. Find out why they chose a career in tech, obstacles they may have faced, and how they're supporting other women in the field. Also listen for a chance to win an FYR t-shirt!!
2023-06-2222 min
Dynasty Leadership PodcastHow to Handle Leadership in a Family-Owned Multi-Generational BusinessPete Scherer is the CEO and a third-generational leader in the family business, Scherer bros. Lumber Co. Out of nearly 300 employees, there are currently four family members that work and lead within the company. In this episode, Pete explains how he leads and keeps the interests of the company aligned when he hears multiple visions and thoughts from different members of the family. Key Takeaways: [1:30] A little bit about Pete and his company, Scherer bros. Lumber Co. [3:10] How does Pete structure the business? [6:30] What trade-offs did previous generations have t...
2023-03-1438 min
Dynasty Leadership PodcastThe Five Characteristics of an Impact PlayerLiz Wiseman is CEO of The Wiseman Group and teaches leadership to executives around the world. She is the author of three best-selling management books: Multipliers, The Multiplier Effect, and Rookie Smarts. She is out with her newest book, Impact Players, where she analyzes what makes someone truly stand out as a team leader. In this episode, she shares the five signs of an impact player, how they think differently, and how they have the ability to elevate everyone’s collective mood. Key Takeaways: [2:10] A little bit about Liz and her company. ...
2023-02-1344 min
Dynasty Leadership PodcastHelp! My C-Suite Executive Wants to Start a Side Hustle.Tom Fallenstein is the CEO and Founder of Fun.com and allowed one of his C-suite members to explore other career opportunities while still on the job. Tom takes a different perspective when it comes to letting his staff explore their dreams and interests. In this episode, you’ll learn why it might be a good thing for members of your team to have a split focus, and some of the benefits it might bring to you and your company. Key Takeaways: [2:10] A little bit about Tom and his company Fun.com. [4...
2023-01-0926 minDynasty Leadership PodcastGet Yourself an Executive AssistantMackenzie Doheny is an Executive Assistant (EA) with over 20 years of experience working with C-Suite executives, presidents, and founders in the non-profit, private, and public spaces. In addition, she has over 10 years of experience hiring, training, and managing administrative assistants – both to work on her team and to support other executives. In this episode, Mackenzie explains why every executive needs a little bit of virtual support from their EA. Key Takeaways: [1:50] A little bit about Mackenzie and her services. [3:15] When should leaders get an executive assistant? [4:50] How did Mackenzie get into thi...
2022-12-1225 minDynasty Leadership PodcastHow to Lead a Remote Team as a CEOStefan Du Toit is the CEO of Paradise Yacht Management, the leading Caribbean term charter management company, strategically based in the Virgin Islands. When COVID-19 hit, many CEOs were faced with a tough decision and had to completely restructure their organization. In this episode, Stefan shares how he thought through this dilemma and why he chose to lead his company from afar when things went into lockdown. He offers what he learned from this experience and some of the best ways to execute this method. Key Takeaways: [1:50] A little bit about Stefan and h...
2022-11-0749 minDynasty Leadership PodcastHoHow to Overcome Random Acts of Marketingw to Overcome Random Acts of MarketingJennifer Zick is the Founder and CEO of Authentic Brand, a community of Fractional CMOs who help growing businesses Overcome Random Acts of Marketing™ and confidently take the next right step to build revenue. In this episode, Jennifer shares how a fractional CMO can help revitalize your business when you’re in the middle of the growth stages. She offers a seven-part framework to help break out of any marketing funk you might have. Key Takeaways: [2:20] A little bit about Jennifer and her business. [2:50] For a startup, what are the core execu...
2022-10-1046 minDynasty Leadership PodcastThe 5 Step Process Behind Measured Employee SuccessLior Geft is the CEO at Mabbly, a full-service digital marketing agency that helps a wide range of businesses scale and grow. Because of Lior’s background as a recruiter, Lior wanted not only the best out of his people, but to create sustainable processes around the work that they did so that they could be kept accountable and grow. In this episode, we find out what Lior’s interview process is to vet and find talent, how they measure employee success, and so much more! Key Takeaways: [1:20] How do you minimize turnover and c...
2022-09-1247 minDynasty Leadership PodcastWhat Venture Capital Firms are Looking to BuyDavid Garcia is the CEO and Founder of ScoutLogic, a pre-employment background screening company. David is also the Senior Advisor for Norwest Venture Partners, where he helps provide his expertise on sales, marketing, operations strategy, and more. David offers insight in this week’s episode on what venture capital firms are looking for when they’re about to make an offer, or acquisition, on a company. He also offers advice on what Founders should be doing if they’re looking to exit out of their company. Key Takeaways: [1:40] What do you do when you’re g...
2022-08-0841 minDynasty Leadership PodcastHow to Have Healthy Conflict to Accelerate GrowthDr. Zach Schaefer is the Founder and CEO of Spark The Discussion. He is also a Speaker, Author, Professor, and Consultant. Spark specializes in diagnosing, designing, and deploying a variety of workplace programs focused on solving internal talent challenges from hire to retire. Dr. Zach shares that the problems you’re dealing with in business are only a symptom to a bigger problem, and that’s a behavioral problem. When you can facilitate a conversation of healthy conflict and solve the behavioral problem, things run a lot smoother in the company! Key Takeaways: [1:55] Proper...
2022-07-1144 minDynasty Leadership PodcastHow You Find, and Keep, the Best PeopleMarc Reifenrath is the CEO and Co-Founder at Spinutech, a National Digital Agency focusing on digital marketing, web design, and web development with five locations. Marc has been able to not only retain his talent, but he’s generated a 0% turnover rate in the last 10 years. He shares in this episode the importance of core values and culture to maintain a strong company even when it’s being acquired/merged. Key Takeaways: [:55] We’re often trying to look for the best people, but right now many employers are looking for people period. [2:15...
2022-06-1327 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEvolutionary Leadership Creates Ripple EffectsMichael Sahota is a Speaker, Trainer, and Consultant on Evolutionary Leadership. He is the founder and CEO of SHIFT314 Inc., a boutique training and consulting organization that specializes in the organizational, cultural, and leadership shifts needed to unlock success. In this episode, Michael focuses on how to lead during times of intense change and how to maintain a healthy culture as more workforces get disrupted by COVID-19. Key Takeaways: [:55] Covid has hit a lot of businesses hard, which has made it difficult to maintain a healthy company culture. [1:30] A little bit a...
2022-05-0930 minDynasty Leadership PodcastThe Pre-Boarding Process for Hiring Number TwosSteve Burks is the CEO of Burks Search, a member of the Sanford Rose Associates, and has a Ph.D. in Chemistry. He comes from a career in the specialty chemicals and coatings industry, where he served in both technical and sales/marketing positions. He was also involved in the launch of three ground-floor start-up businesses during his career. In this episode, he helps us understand and resolve the challenge of the great resignation. He shares some best practices in how to look for and retain number twos in the business. Key Takeaways: [2:25] S...
2022-04-1134 minDynasty Leadership PodcastDebunking The Myths Of A Trusted AdviserMelissa Johnson is the co-founder of Entrepreneurs Bancshares, Inc., a bank geared specifically to entrepreneurs. She used to work with Highland Bank as the Senior Vice President bringing with her years of banking experience. Today, Melissa debunks some of the myths of a trusted adviser, offers advice on what clients should expect from a good banking relationship, and the difference between a community business bank model and a commercial one. Key Takeaways: [1:35] A little bit about Melissa and the new bank she is launching. [2:40] Melissa shares a bit of her background a...
2022-03-0736 minDynasty Leadership PodcastLessons Learned from a First-Time CEONathan Dey was a first-time CEO for Navegate, a shipping and logistics company, which later got acquired under his guidance. Nathan shares his experiences of what it was like being a first-time CEO, some of the mistakes and challenges he was faced with, and how he adapted based on new market changes. He also offers advice and wisdom to young CEOs, in this week’s episode! Key Takeaways: [1:45] What was it like being a CEO for the first time? [8:15] When Nathan took over, he wasn’t as familiar with the market condit...
2022-02-0739 minDynasty Leadership PodcastBuilding Your Personal BrandKathleen Crandall is an expert on personal branding, an engaging keynote speaker and workshop facilitator, a speaker coach and message development expert, and the Founder of Know My Impact. She is known for helping people understand, elevate, and leverage the impact of their image, their words, and the experience of knowing them or working with them. In today’s episode, Todd talks to Kathy about how you can get the right people to find you for the right reasons and the right places. Key Takeaways: [2:15] A little bit about Kathy’s business and how s...
2022-01-1034 minDynasty Leadership PodcastWhat You Need to Know About Small Business LoansLisa Forrest is the Co-Director of Sponsored and Search Fund Lending at Live Oak Bank. Business loans are a hot topic right now. Many business owners are thinking about leveraging debt to grow or acquire a business, but is this option right for you? In this episode, Lisa shares what you need to know about these two types of loans and when it makes sense for you to take leverage out based on your situation. Key Takeaways: [1:50] What’s the difference between an SBA loan, sponsored, and search fund? [7:55] A little bit...
2021-12-1433 minDynasty Leadership PodcastGet Yourself on the Center StageSean Tyler Foley is a trained Safety Trainer and Auditor. Through his teachings and his 30+ years of experience as an actor, he learned how to package information in an engaging way. Today, he is the author of The Power to Speak Naked, and a keynote speaker. In this episode, Tyler breaks down what it takes to present your ideas on a public stage and shares effective communication strategies you can use today in your business. Key Takeaways: [1:50] A little bit about Tyler and how he got started in speaking. [7:10] How did Tyl...
2021-11-0839 minDynasty Leadership PodcastMetronomics: One United System to Grow Up Your Team, Company, and LifeShannon Byrne Susko has over 20+ years experience building and leading high-growth technology companies in the financial services industry. She co-founded, served as CEO, and led the sale of the two companies less than six years apart, and she is the creator of the 3HAG. In this week’s episode, Shannon talks about her latest book, Metronomics. Her custom system that helps teams scale and grow. Key Takeaways: [1:50] A little bit about Shannon and how she got started in her career. [3:20] Shannon was looking for a system to help her get organized in he...
2021-10-1140 minDynasty Leadership PodcastThe Art and Science Behind Being a Business Broker and Buying an Established BusinessJohn Martinka, also known as the Escape Artist, helps business owners exit with style, grace, and more money. He is also the author of, Getting the Deal Done. As a business broker, he helps his clients find the best business deals that fit within their expertise. In this week’s episode, John talks about his process and what he looks for in a business that he wishes to acquire. Key Takeaways: [1:35] A little bit about John and how he became a business broker. [3:15] What types of clients does John like to wor...
2021-09-1328 min
The Soul SpectrumFlying EmbersA sampling of some of my "newer" favorites, from across the spectrum.
Much respect and credit due to Gerardo Rodriguez for the artwork. Find more here: https://www.instagram.com/grz1985/
Tracklisting:
Feist – Honey Honey
Other Lands – Cas Rok
Fuga Ronto - Journey Unknown
Letta Mbulu – Nomalizo
Theadora Ifudu - Hello There
Todd Terje – Swing Star Pt. 2
LCD Soundsystem - 45:33
Woolfy - That Lady (Rong Japan Version)
Chateau Flight - Superflight (Maurice Fulton Remix)
Dazion---Eberhardt Smurkface
T-Coy – Cariño (Motor City Drum Ensemble Remix)
Benedek – Street Level
Locossolus – I Want It
The Emanations - Spread A Little Love (Soul Clap Dub)
Daniel Wan...
2021-09-071h 20Dynasty Leadership PodcastLeverage The Power of The BoardIn this week’s episode, we have a repeat guest, Mike Smerklo! He is the Co-founder and Managing Director of Next Coast Ventures and the author of the book, Mr. Monkey and Me, a survival guide for entrepreneurs and a must-read! Mike is back to talk about boards and how a young entrepreneur or a recently appointed CEO can take full advantage of the extensive experience at their fingertips. Key Takeaways: [2:25] Leading a board is intimidating, especially as a new entrepreneur and CEO. [4:10] What is the “mushroom philosophy”? [8:25] As a new C...
2021-08-0943 min
Martinka Consulting's Getting the Deal Done PodcastDynasty Leadership's Todd Eberhardt and Growing 5X in 5 Years (and more)Todd Eberhardt is a serial entrepreneur having owned five companies. He's taken that experience and the interviews with over 7,000 CEOs and owners to help others.His speciality is working with owners in their first three years and last three years. That's where he's found he can make the biggest impact.In this episode Todd talks about:What kind of leaders look for a coach.Why they do so.His Dynastic Catapult.What it takes to grow 5X in 5 years.Who should have an advisory board and a formal board.And...
2021-08-0416 minDynasty Leadership PodcastWhat Do Venture Capitalists Look For When Investing in a Business?Rick Brimacomb is the Founder of the Venture Capital Firm, Brimacomb Capital. He looks for entrepreneurs who have generated strong end-user demand by investing their own resources, hard work, and heart into their product! In this week's episode, Rick shares what makes an investment firm want to invest and bet on you and your company. Key Takeaways: [1:35] What does it take to make your company 'invest-able'? [2:50] Rick shares a little bit about his journey and how he got into venture capital. [4:00] Not only is Rick an investor, but he i...
2021-07-1350 minDynasty Leadership PodcastYour Entrepreneurial Journey Doesn’t Get Easier, It Just Gets Different.Mike Smerklo is an experienced entrepreneur, investor, and business leader driven by the desire to turn ideas into reality. Having bought and scaled a small business into a publicly-traded company worth nearly a billion dollars, he has a deep understanding of the hard work, dedication, and grit that truly powers successful entrepreneurship. Mike shares the ups and downs of his entrepreneurial journey, and why he decided to write a book to help other entrepreneurs get over their fear and doubt about themselves, and the type of company they’re trying to build. Key Takeaways: ...
2021-06-0742 minDynasty Leadership PodcastHow to Survive a Business DivorceTerry Moore has earned his reputation as a “bulldog lawyer” by being aggressive, tenacious, and practical. With over 30 years of experience representing businesses and individuals, Terry has become the business divorce lawyer of choice. His recent book, The Bulldog Guide to Business Divorce, dives into what you should be thinking through to protect yourself and your business! Key Takeaways: [2:00] Terry shares how he became a business divorce lawyer. [3:00] Marriage is easy when everything goes great. Business goes the same way. [3:25] COVID-19 gave business owners a whole new stress level never...
2021-05-1031 minDynasty Leadership PodcastHow to Create a Talent Development Plan for Your OrganizationSteve Van Remortel is the Founder and Chief Strategy and Talent Advisor for Stop The Vanilla, a company that develops leaders to achieve their business goals, and helps them find the right talent for their organization. In this episode, Steve shares his three-part framework to how you find exceptional talent that’s right for your organization. Key Takeaways: [2:20] How did Steve discover his passion for strategy and cultivating talent? [3:00] Steve helps companies fix their number one problem, which is finding the right talent for their organization. [4:00] Want good talent? The...
2021-04-1234 minDynasty Leadership PodcastGet Excited About Monday Mornings Again!Eric Harkins is the President and Founder of GKG Search & Consulting, a Minneapolis-based consulting firm that helps organizations get talent, keep talent, and grow talent. He is the author of the new book, Great Leaders Make Sure Monday Morning Doesn’t Suck! Key Takeaways: [1:00] Great culture starts from the top! [2:45] A little bit about Eric and what he does for his clients. [4:25] Eric considers himself pretty lucky that he got to work with some bad leaders! [5:30] Never let A players work with C players. What does Eric mean...
2021-03-0542 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEffective Leadership Principles for Any Sized BusinessAndy Wyatt is a Founder & Head Coach of Andrew Wyatt Leadership and he is out with a new book called Pro Leadership, which dives into how you can establish credibility, build a strong following, and lead with impact. In his book, he offers 24 leadership principles that he’s learned after being in business for more than 30 years. In this episode, Andy shares how business owners can pull their identity out of their business, drive effective culture, and so much more. Key Takeaways: [1:40] Figure out what you’d do for free and then figure out h...
2021-02-0837 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEmpathy and Positivity are Overrated in Leadership. Do This Instead.Dr. Terry Wu has a Ph.D. in neuroscience and started his online marketing firm in 2003. He also has a new book out entitled, Why the Brain Follows, which dives into the latest neuroscience research, how leaders can leverage our natural human behaviors, and the negative side of positive thinking. Dr. Terry shares some of his thoughts on leadership and why too many leaders leave it up to “chance” when it comes to getting the most out of their people. Key Takeaways: [1:40] How did Dr. Terry Wu get started in neuroscience and neuromarketing?
2021-01-1137 minDynasty Leadership PodcastTake Charge and Drive Your Own Career SuccessEd Evarts is the Founder and President at Excellius Leadership Development and comes with more than 12+ years of leadership experience. He is also the author of several books, including Drive Your Career, which is what Todd and Ed dive into on this episode! How can you take charge and control your own destiny when you might be working with a boss that’s detached from your success? Ed shares his tips on how you can grow as well as develop your leadership abilities along the way. Key Takeaways: [2:05] How did Ed get started in l...
2020-12-0741 minDynasty Leadership PodcastWhat Families Get Wrong About Succession PlanningSteven Goodman is passionate about providing insightful solutions to the challenges of business succession, wealth preservation, and charitable planning. Steven is an accomplished CPA and has more than 30 years of experience in the industry. He is also the author of the book, Business Succession Planning and shares insights on the number one thing business owners get wrong when they pass down their life’s work to their children. Key Takeaways: [1:00] Around 93% of businesses Todd has helped had family in their business. [1:30] If not structured properly, the family business can cause family mem...
2020-11-0948 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEnhance Your Company’s Brand Image by Telling a Good StoryGeoff Thatcher is the Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Creative Principals and the author of The CEO's Time Machine, a fictional story about how a CEO created one of the most innovative companies in the world. Geoff shares his unique view and perspectives on how to elevate a brand through powerful stories and examples that will help you stand out from your competition! Key Takeaways: [4:05] By being so obsessed with only looking to the future, you can miss key insights and lessons that were learned from the past. [7:35] When it comes to i...
2020-10-1233 minDynasty Leadership PodcastStrategic Planning during COVID-19Todd gets interviewed by Rick Brimacomb from Club E as he talks about his business model and how he helps his clients achieve 5X growth within five years. With a global pandemic going on, a lot of businesses are being left in the dark as they try to figure out their next big move. Todd shares whether we’re headed to a 100% digital society, some of the biggest mistakes he sees his clients make, and so much more, in this week’s episode. Key Takeaways: [1:55] A little bit about Todd and what he does...
2020-09-1443 minDynasty Leadership PodcastThe Power of Emotional GritJennifer Fernjack is a brain tumor survivor and through that experience, she learned the power of emotional grit. She used six strategies to help her get through her brain diagnosis and still uses these strategies today to change her brain chemistry for the better. In this week’s episode, she shares how to face your fears, leverage gratitude, and shift your perspective to see the positive in everything. Key Takeaways: [1:40] The glass of life is really half full. If your plan doesn’t work, tweak it and find a Plan B. [5:35] Jenni...
2020-08-1033 minDynasty Leadership PodcastNext Generation Mentorship: How to Invest in Young TalentPK Krihai and Natalie Watkins both work as an Employee Benefits Consultant for Marsh & McLennan Agency. Natalie started as an intern, where PK trained her and showed her the ropes of the role. Today, both PK and Natalie share their experiences and how impactful mentorship has been for both of them in their career growth. Key Takeaways: [1:00] The most important asset is your people, but how do you go about developing them? [2:15] What does PK do for Marsh & McLennan Agency? [2:55] How did Natalie find an internship at Marsh & McLennan A...
2020-07-1340 minDynasty Leadership PodcastThe Three Secrets to Building Strong Leaders: Connection, Communication, and CollaborationAlain Hunkins is a leadership expert, speaker, and author. Over the course of his 20-plus year career, Alain has recognized leadership patterns that are both healthy and unhealthy. In today’s episode, he discusses how leaders can build healthy patterns and develop themselves. He breaks down three key traits that leaders need to know: Connection, communication, and collaboration. Key Takeaways: [2:15] How did Alain get into leadership? [5:25] Every single chapter in Alain’s book ends with a call to action to help you quickly apply new strategies. [5:55] What are the three...
2020-06-0851 minDynasty Leadership PodcastHow to Handle Conflict in a Healthy Way and Get Those Issues SolvedPaul Annett is the Owner of inTransition LLC. He has more than 25 years of experience in corporate management and consulting and has successfully helped first-generation family-owned businesses transfer their leadership to the second generation. This is Paul’s second guest appearance and today he dives into what makes leaders successful. Paul believes it’s their ability to handle and manage conflict effectively (and their awareness of conflict in the workplace) that helps people feel heard and feel like their situation has been resolved. Key Takeaways: [1:50] What’s the most common cause of a leader’...
2020-05-1149 minDynasty Leadership PodcastThe 5 Intentional Growth Principles You NeedRyan Tansom sold his family business to a local competitor for eight figures. After stumbling through the exit process, Ryan realized he left millions on the table and he could have controlled the outcome much, much better if only he had known! This is why he started the company Arkona and has developed a boot camp for business owners so that they’re aware of the steps they can take to make a successful exit. On this week’s show, Ryan shares his 5 Intentional Growth Principles! Key Takeaways: [2:35] What is Ryan’s boot camp ab...
2020-04-1358 minDynasty Leadership Podcast10 Ways The Small Business Owner Can Protect Themselves Against Cyber AttacksKen Gilmour is the CEO of Knogin, a cybersecurity company. Many small business owners are unaware of how much their data is worth. Ken shares some insights on hacks that have happened in tech, why firewalls and antiviruses aren’t always enough, and he shares 10 steps on what business owners need to know about protecting their business. Key Takeaways: [1:10] Cybersecurity is a hot topic but many business owners don’t know what they should be doing to protect themselves. [3:35] Traditional cybersecurity tools are targeted for large enterprises, but the reality is there...
2020-03-0938 minDynasty Leadership PodcastTurning the Tables & Profiting from a CrisisTerry Moore has over 30 years of experience representing businesses and individuals in a wide variety of legal matters throughout Minnesota and North Dakota. He is a lawyer for Hellmuth & Johnson and talks about how you can turn the tables and profit from a crisis in three steps. There are clear action steps you can take when things go wrong. Key Takeaways: [1:00] Are you concerned about what kind of company legacy you’re leaving behind? Reach out to Todd! [1:45] How do you turn the tables when you’re in a crisis? [2...
2020-02-1034 minDynasty Leadership PodcastFinding those Grand Slam ClientsTodd was invited to speak at a Club E event in Saint Paul last September and would love to share with you the interview in this week’s episode. You’ll find out a little bit more about Tom and his accomplishments, his thoughts on finding grand slam clients, and how to best bring on new business the smart way. Key Takeaways: [1:35] A quick introduction about who Todd is! [3:15] How referable are you on a scale of 1-5? [4:25] There are three things we look for, especially when we are netwo...
2020-01-1341 minDynasty Leadership PodcastBest Ways to Turn a Company Around When Facing Cash Flow ProblemsEric Mitchellette is the Founder of Strategic Business Coach, Inc. and has over 20 years of experience as a financial advisor and CFO. He helps small to medium-sized businesses understand their financials and helps them become cash flow positive. Eric shares his process and some of the things you need to consider when you are looking to get a financial expert to open up the company books. Key Takeaways: [1:35] How did Eric first get started in business planning and capital formation? [3:15] Cash flow problems are common but sometimes business owners are not a...
2019-12-0931 minDynasty Leadership PodcastThe Four Phases to Building a High Performing Leadership TeamPaul Annett is the Owner of inTransition LLC. He has more than 25 years of experience in corporate management and consulting and has successfully helped first-generation family-owned businesses transfer their leadership to the second generation. Paul was also responsible for growing a privately-held printing services company from $40 million to over $140 million. In today’s episode, Paul shares the four stages teams go through before they become a high-performing and high-functioning team. Key Takeaways: [2:15] What types of clients does Paul usually work with? [6:45] Instead of building a high-performing team first, Paul works with the...
2019-11-1147 min
Kaffee im grünen DrachenSend in the Clown - Review JokerIn dieser Episode sprechen wir über Joker (2019) von Todd Phillips. Wir thematisieren psychische Erkrankungen in Filmen, die Darstellung von Gewalt und die Parallelen zu DC Comics und anderen Filmen.
2019-10-181h 15Dynasty Leadership PodcastPlug Yourself Into a Good Executive Peer Group to Excel Your Career and BusinessKurt Theriault is the President of Allied Executives, a locally-based peer group organization in the Twin Cities for CEOs, Business Owners, and Key Leader Executives. Kurt discusses on today’s episode who would be a right fit to join a peer group, some of the benefits, and some common mistakes new members tend to make. Key Takeaways: [2:50] How did Kurt first discover Allied Executives? [7:00] Who is considered the ‘right’ member or client for Allied Executives? [10:35] Being able to share your challenges in front of a room of like minded individua...
2019-10-0731 minDynasty Leadership PodcastExecutives in Transition - Land a New Job with PurposeAnne deBruin Sample is the CEO and Owner of Navigate Forward, where she helps executives in transition discover and find their dream jobs. A four-page resume is no longer sealing the deal, so it does take outside-of-the-box thinking to generate quality opportunities. Anne shares how her company can help executives find a career with purpose and meaning on this week’s episode! Key Takeaways: [2:05] What does Navigate Forward do? [3:30] What does the average client look like for Anne? [4:05] Why do executives seek out Anne’s services? [7:15] Anne walks thro...
2019-09-0934 minDynasty Leadership PodcastFinding the Right Board Member for Your CompanyJim Zuehlke is a Principal at Cardinal Board Services, a company dedicated to maximizing the effectiveness of company boards. They can help you with everything from board member recruitment, onboarding, and facilitating. Jim shares his expertise on today’s show about how to onboard the perfect board member for your company based on size and vision. Key Takeaways: [4:00] A board for your company helps you keep current with the trends. [4:55] When does it make sense to have a board? [7:15] The very first thing that Jim likes to do is do...
2019-08-1234 minDynasty Leadership PodcastFinding Temporary Financial Talent for Your Transitioning CompanyJohn Morris and Ken Saddler are both CFO advisors for small-to-medium businesses at B2B CFO. Between them, John and Ken have over 50 years of financial experience. On today’s episode, you’ll learn the benefits of hiring an outside CFO to help grow your company, some common mistakes business owners tend to make when it comes to their products, and how you can get started on getting a better grasp on your financials. Key Takeaways: [1:20] What does B2B CFO do? [2:20] How do you become an advisory CFO? [3:30] What’...
2019-07-0837 minDynasty Leadership PodcastHire a Temporary CMO While Your Company Undergoes a Transition.Mark Coronna is the Area Managing Partner and Chief Marketing Officer for Chief Outsiders, a firm that providers contracting CMO executives and strategic management consulting services to companies in transition. On today’s show, Mark explains his process, the types of companies that benefit from a temprorary CMO, and how a company like his can help companies working through an acquisition or transition. Key Takeaways: [:30] Todd has some fun facts and statistics about company acquisitions. [2:10] What do you do when you want to reach more quality prospects without breaking the bank?...
2019-06-1028 minDynasty Leadership PodcastCreate a Brand Message That Grabs Your Client’s AttentionDavid Mann is a classically-trained actor and uses his background to help companies tell better and more compelling stories. With over 25 years of experience, David teaches professional services leaders how to make an impact by clarifying their message. Does everyone in your company have a different idea of what you really do? David is here to help! Find out more about the great work David is doing on today’s show! Key Takeaways: [2:15] How did David get into acting and how does it connect with storytelling? [3:25] How does David help companies and...
2019-05-0641 minDynasty Leadership PodcastFree up Time and Resources by Using a PEO!Sally Peine helps guide mid-size companies through complicated HR practices. She works for Insperity, which is considered a Professional Employer Organization (PEO). If you’ve never heard of what a PEO does, don’t worry! Sally gives an in depth explanation on how a PEO can help business owners through complicated health care matters, employment work comps, and so much more that take up a lot of time and resources for a company. Key Takeaways: [2:00] What is a PEO? [3:15] How does Insperity work? [5:40] Each situation is very custom and perso...
2019-04-0827 minDynasty Leadership PodcastHow to Build a Board of DirectorsLisa Kro was the Co-Founder of Mill City Capital, a private equity firm in Minnesota. Lisa has worked and served on a dozen different boards and has a wide range of experience; everything from non-profit to small business that turned into big business! On today’s show, Lisa is here to explain the importance of a board for your company, some of their responsibilities, and best practices to recruit new board members. Key Takeaways: [2:40] How did Lisa get started in becoming a board member? [3:10] What’s the importance of having a board...
2019-03-1143 minDynasty Leadership PodcastThe 7 Steps to a Successful Business CatapultTodd Eberhardt has switched the tables and will be the one being interviewed on this week’s show! Todd’s production assistant, David, will be hosting and asking Todd a series of questions about what Todd does at Dynasty Leadership and why he is a big advocate of the Catapult process. Key Takeaways: [2:40] Who is Todd and how did it all get started at Dynasty Leadership? [5:45] David does a quick recap of each of the steps in the Catapult process. [7:30] What does the average team look like when Todd is pu...
2019-02-1230 min
CurrentsEp50: Covariance Risk with RESuretyListen in as Lee Taylor, CEO of REsurety, joins Todd Alexander and Rob Eberhardt to give us a refresher course on covariance risk. Lee answers everything from what it is and why you should care about it to who wears the risk in a project and what commercial and industrial buyers can do about when facing it.
2019-02-0432 min
CurrentsEp50: Covariance Risk with RESuretyListen in as Lee Taylor, CEO of REsurety, joins Todd Alexander and Rob Eberhardt to give us a refresher course on covariance risk. Lee answers everything from what it is and why you should care about it to who wears the risk in a project and what commercial and industrial buyers can do about when facing it.
2019-02-0432 minDynasty Leadership PodcastThe Art and Science of Using Social Media to Recruit New TalentTodd Schroeder is the CEO of Aeration Industries International. When Todd took over the role, the company had just been acquired and was going through some transitions. Todd created a “why not” culture, balancing empathy and empowerment with high expectations, which resulted in Aeration becoming the employer of choice. Krista Ramirez briefly joins us on the show to discuss her role in recruiting new talent for Aeration. Key Takeaways: [2:20] How did Todd first get started? [3:45] Todd gives a little bit of history behind Aeration and how they got started. [5:50] Todd...
2019-01-0538 minDynasty Leadership PodcastInsider Knowledge from a Patent Attorney on How to Understand the Patent ProcessCraige Thompson is an Entrepreneurial Patent Attorney at Thompson Patent Law as well as an author and a speaker. On today’s show, Craige gives insider knowledge on why someone should pursue a patent and when it’s not a good idea to do so. He also explains what the patent process looks like and things to be prepared for if you did decide to patent your invention! Key Takeaways: [2:20] Craige explains what a typical patent process looks like. [3:10] Are patents a big deal? Do we really need one? [4:15] When...
2018-12-1136 minDynasty Leadership PodcastWhat It Takes to Start Your Own Peer Group… And Why You ShouldJim Stelten is the Twin Cities Market Leader for BerganKDV, a professional services firm that solves problems and creates new opportunities for their clients in finance, HR, IT, and the C-Suite. On today’s show, Jim shares why he started his very own peer group, how it has helped him excel in his career, and how you can create an engaged peer group with lots of participation, as well. Key Takeaways: [1:40] Jim is a master networker and shares how he keeps track of it all. [2:45] What does BerganKDV do? [4:05] Wha...
2018-11-1334 minDynasty Leadership PodcastThe Steps It Takes to Find and Acquire the Right BusinessRich Kelley is the co-founder of Search Fund Partners; his company has participated in over 125 acquisitions in the last 15 years since its creation and they’ve backed 170 different deal searchers. On today’s show, Rich takes you through the process from finding the right deal and finding the right leader for the company, to the end-game plan once the company has been acquired. Key Takeaways: [2:10] What did Rich start Search Fund? [4:10] A lot of pairings and transactions are quite emotional for the founder and Search Fund helps navigate through that in a log...
2018-10-0939 minDynasty Leadership PodcastBring in New Business That Looks like the Top 5% of Your Best ClientsTony Biel is the Founder at Criterion Business Development, a company that helps businesses define and attract better business prospects and clients. On the show, Tony outlines his 5-step process on how he helps companies discover who their A-list clients are and shares ways you can attract more of those clients into your company! Key Takeaways: [1:20] How can we find more great and amazing customers to work with? [2:05] Tony helps companies bring in more new business that looks like their top 5% of their best clients. [3:45] What kinds of companies h...
2018-09-1728 minDynasty Leadership PodcastYour Next Life Adventure After Retirement!A specialist in career planning and development, George Dow has helped over 1,500 executives improve their career transition effectiveness, to ensure “fit” in their future position, and to review and help shape the strategic alignment of their chosen career path. On today’s show, George shares the Portfolio Life philosophy and how retirees can find a ‘new meaning’ after an important life chapter has closed in their life. Key Takeaways: [2:00] How did George get started in this line of work? [3:45] There are four different types of retirees. [4:25] So many retirees want to do...
2018-08-1234 minDynasty Leadership PodcastAttract More Customers by Improving Your Website’s RankingsMichael O’Halloran is the President of Michael & Gabriel and helps his clients improve their Search Engine Optimization (SEO) rankings, website design, and more. Michael shares his expertise on today’s show about why SEO is so important for new customers to find your business and offers simple tips any business owner can use today. Key Takeaways: [2:35] How did Michael get into SEO? [6:25] How does Michael help his clients with SEO? [11:00] Michael explains how a mom-and-pop business can get a leg up from a massive chain in the search engin...
2018-07-0943 minDynasty Leadership PodcastMillennials and Generation Z: The New Rules of the Workplace Part 2Tyler Olson is an award-winning serial entrepreneur in several technology fields as well as the Founder of Modern Foundation, an analytics-first marketing social & search consultancy. Tyler is also a keynote speaker and frequently speaks for organizations such as IBM, 3M, Target, and more. On today’s episode, Tyler shares his experience on what it takes to build an engaging and fun work environment for his team, what Millennials in the workforce crave from their leaders, and how he weeds out toxic and damaging individuals from entering his company culture. Key Takeaways: [2:00] A quick int...
2018-06-1144 minDynasty Leadership PodcastMillennials and Generation Z: The New Rules of the Workplace Part 1Sarah Sladek is the CEO of XYZ University, an organization that helps equip worldwide companies with valuable tools and information to engage Generations X, Y, and Z as executives, employees, members, leaders, and volunteers. Sarah is also the author of several books including, Talent Generation: How Visionary Organizations Are Redefining Work and Achieving Greater Success, which she discusses further in today’s episode! Key Takeaways: [2:05] Who is Sarah and how did she get started? [3:20] Where are all the young professionals? [5:20] Organizations are struggling to keep talent. [6:15] Are Mil...
2018-05-0839 minDynasty Leadership PodcastDoes Your Company Have a Succession Plan?Jerry Clark is the Founding and Managing Officer for SealedBid, a merger and acquisitions firm that was founded in 1993. Over the 25+ years since starting SealedBid, Jerry has worked with hundreds of individual owners on exit and succession strategies and successfully marketing their companies to qualified buyers. On the show, Jerry explains his company’s transaction process, how a company can exit successfully, and the steps buyers go through to purchase a company. Key Takeaways: [2:45] Jerry discusses his company’s structured transaction process. [6:20] You need a couple of years to set your compa...
2018-04-1039 minDynasty Leadership PodcastBreak Out of The Traditional Business ModelToday’s special episode features three guests instead of one! They’re a family-owned company featuring father, daughter, and son. In less than 4 years, the company has seen amazing growth with over 100 employees currently being employed. Todd sits down with Richard (Dick) Ward, the CEO; Ally Delagado, the CMO; and Andrew Ward, the COO of Merchology. The family discusses their unique target audience, why their company has seen such successful growth in such a short amount of time, and so much more! Key Takeaways: [2:15] Who is Dick and what does he do at Merch...
2018-03-1342 minDynasty Leadership PodcastWhat You Need to Know About Background ChecksRobert McDowell is the Founder and President of McDowell Agency, a full-service firm that offers private investigation and background checks. The firm completes over 50,000 background checks a year for various companies, both on the national and international level. On today’s show, Robert offers advice to business owners and discusses the very important reasons why a business, small or big, should get background checks on a potential hire. Key Takeaways: [1:45] How did Robert get into private investigation and this industry? [2:25] Why would someone need a private investigator? [3:20] Is being a p...
2018-02-1332 minDynasty Leadership PodcastThe Benefits of Social ProofKevin St.Clergy is a Partner and Chief Practice Development Officer at MedPB as well as the Co-founder of Online Review Builder. On today’s show, Kevin discusses how to build social proof in your business and why reviews are a gateway to building trust online. Too many business owners underestimate the value of social proof and it’s costing them business! Key Takeaways: [1:50] Who is Kevin and what does he do at MedPB? [2:30] How does Kevin define social proof? [3:50] Don’t think online reviews are important to your busines...
2018-01-0927 minDynasty Leadership PodcastHow to Uncover Your Value Proposition and Keep It Fresh as Markets ChangeMark Coronna is the Chief Marketing Officer of Chief Outsiders, a company focused on accelerating growth for their customers. Today’s show focuses on the importance of a value proposition. Mark has seven key points to consider when it comes down to explaining your value proposition to your customers, how to market it in the best way, and how to keep it relevant as the markets change years later. Value propositions are incredibly vital to the growth of your company and it is not something you should skim over! Key Takeaways: [1:35] What does Mar...
2017-12-1241 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEP020: How to restructure like a proDr. Jim Schmidt has been serving as Chancellor at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire since 2013. Chancellor Jim, as he likes to be called, has slightly over 30 years of experience in academia and has seen what a lot of leaders did wrong, and right, when it came to those dreaded budget cuts. On today’s show, Chancellor Jim discusses how he was able to make some tough decisions within his university and how he ended up making his campus much more efficient with less money. Key Takeaways: [1:25] Who is Chancellor Jim Schmidt and how did...
2017-11-1446 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEP019: Here’s Why You Should Give Your Employees More Skin in the GameKarl Neset is a Fractional CFO for CliftonLarsonAllen. Karl has perfected a process that allows business owners to give employees more skin in the game and earning potential, without giving up their equity. Employees can act as owners through a profit share program that compensates people based on their contribution to the company. Karl explains why this strategy leads to a better team dynamic within the company and gives employees a strong sense of purpose, too. Key Takeaways: [1:35] Who is Karl and what does he do for CliftonLarsonAllen? [5:10] There are roughly 10 s...
2017-10-1041 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEP018: What Should You Do When Your Website Gets Hacked?Rebecca Metz is the Founder of Web Pages That Sell. When Rebecca was coming back from vacation, she found out something horrible — her website had been hacked! Not only was the experience stressful, but having her website down meant she was not generating any business, too. After recovering from the incident, Rebecca has some advice for those business owners out there on how they can prevent this from happening to them, and what they should do in case it does happen. Key Takeaways: [2:10] What is Rebecca’s business about, Web Pages That Sell?
2017-09-1237 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEP017: Leadership Principles Are UniversalRon Dunford has been working for Schreiber Foods for over 30 years, and has learned a thing or two about leadership along the way. Now that he’s retiring from Schreiber Foods, Ron plans to help business owners achieve and set the right tone for their team. Over the years, Ron has come up with five leadership principles that will help someone go from completely clueless to a powerful, and thoughtful, leader. Key Takeaways: [1:20] How did Ron first get started in Schreiber foods? And now that he’s retiring, what’s next for him? ...
2017-08-0836 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEP016: What Business Owners Need to Know About an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Steve Nelson, ASA, is the Managing Director for Chartwell, a financial advisory firm. Steve breaks down everything business owners need to know about ESOPs (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) and the seven steps you need to take to get one implemented in your company. Steve also outlines the various benefits employees would receive if your company had an ESOP in place. Key Takeaways: [1:00] Before we get started, what is an ESOP? [3:10] What are some of the benefits of an ESOP? [6:25] Remember, ESOP is not for everyone. [6:40] Who would b...
2017-07-1132 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEP015: Getting an Honest Evaluation of Your BusinessLance Madson is the CPA, MBT, and ABV for Boulay Group, an accounting and financial consulting firm. Lance leads the firm’s business valuations department, as well as specializes in tax planning for both businesses and individuals. On this week’s show, Lance discusses Boulay’s 7 step process on how they accurately evaluate businesses worth between $1 million to $50 million dollars. Key Takeaways: [1:30] Who is Lance and what does he do for Boulay? [5:45] Boulay has a 7-step process that helps them properly assess a business. [8:00] Lance breaks down the thought process...
2017-06-1350 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEP014: How To Build A “Bankable” Sales ForecastTerry Slattery is the President and CEO of Slattery Sales Group. After serving four years in the Air Force, Terry got his degree in economics, and joined IBM’s sales team. This propelled him into 20+ year career in sales. On this week’s show, Terry discusses what a ‘bankable forecast’ is, where companies lack the most when hiring new sales reps, and why so many companies struggle to get that big deal locked in. Key Takeaways: [2:10] Who is Terry and what does Slattery Sales Group do? [6:10] A founder was once telling Terry it...
2017-05-091h 09Dynasty Leadership PodcastEP013: How to Spot a Market BubbleJonathan Cleveland is the Managing Director for Houlihan Lokey, a global firm with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, financial restructuring, and more. Today’s discussion focuses on how to spot and handle distressed companies. Although Jonathan works with companies who average around a billion dollars in debt, the lessons Jonathan talks about apply to all businesses. Key Takeaways: [1:55] At the Houlihan Lokey firm, they have three main divisions. Jonathan explains what each of these divisions are and how they help their clients. [3:10] What’s Jonathan's background, and how did he get invol...
2017-04-1144 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEP012: What does your brand say about you?Corky Hall is the CEO/Founder of Stellus Consulting, founded in 1993. Corky and his team focus strictly on brand strategy for his clients. Stellus Consulting has worked with some very well known and established companies, like The Texas Rangers, Minnesota Twins, Coca Cola, and more! Why are such big name companies coming to a brand strategist? Well, as Corky explains on the show, the company name and the brand identity are two very different people. Key Takeaways: [1:45] Corky focuses on brand strategy for his clients, but what does that entail, exactly? [5:00] C...
2017-03-141h 13Dynasty Leadership PodcastEP011: How do you buy 7 businesses for $0 down?David Samuels is a corporate executive benefits designer. In the course of his career, he has also bought out seven other companies that do similar work. This means he helps business owners transition themselves out of the business and into retirement. These transitions can be difficult to manage, which is why David explains his unique process on how he gets the job done, where everybody involved in the deal comes out a winner. Key Takeaways: [2:15] What does a corporate executive benefits designer do? [4:05] How did David discover this career field?
2017-02-1455 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEP010: Disruptive Communication - using PR to your advantage.Blois Olson is the Founder of Fluence Media, an agency that provides perspective, strategy, and execution to clients. They specialize in public affairs, litigation communication, labor/management, online/social media consulting, and crisis communication. Blois was listed in the “40 under 40,” by the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal, at age 31, and recognized as a “Top Marketer,” by Minnesota Business magazine, in 2012. On today’s show, Blois discusses how businesses can position themselves in the right light, when it comes to their PR. Key Takeaways: [:45] What’s Blois’s world like? [2:50] How does Blois help his client...
2017-01-1040 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEP009: What’s Life Like After Retirement?For an entrepreneur, retirement isn’t always an easy thing to accept. Stan Glawe had been working since the age of four, and when it was time to retire, at the age of 75, he faced some struggles. What’s life like after retirement, for someone who’s been working all of his life? Listen in to Stan’s insightful thoughts right here! Key Takeaways: [1:50] What does Stan do to ‘survive’ retirement? [3:55] Stan thinks he’s annoying his friends. [7:30] For entrepreneurs, it’s very hard to give up that piece of identity; give...
2016-12-1327 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEP008: How to acquire 18 businesses - a simple processDr. Bill Kotonias is a dentist, entrepreneur, and mentor for several up & coming entrepreneurs. On this week’s episode, we discover how Dr. Bill helps dentists, who are fresh out of school, acquire their own practice. Dr. Bill explains his process, and the steps he takes, from turning a dentist in debt, into an entrepreneur and business partner. Key Takeaways: [:50] Why do so few people end up entrepreneurs? [1:40] Todd has known Dr. Bill for over 20 years. [3:10] This lifestyle that Dr. Bill has created, does it only apply to dentists?...
2016-11-2248 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEP007: Crisis communication - What every CEO should knowJon Austin is the senior partner of J Austin & Associates, a communications consultancy company founded in 2006. Jon has expertise in media relations, issue management, corporate reputation, and crisis communications planning and response. In a nutshell, Jon is the person companies call when they’re having a reputation problem. For this week’s topic, Jon discusses how to reduce the negative impact on your brand image, when something bad happens to your company. Key Takeaways: [1:00] Jon is the person to call when things hit the fan. [1:25] How did Jon get into crisis manag...
2016-11-0851 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEP006: Marketing - $400M without ever making a cold call.Most people would not recommend their real estate agent or even re-use him/her ever again. Why? The clients typically had three common issues: The agent was no longer in the business, the client was not happy with the quality of service they received, or after closing the deal, the agent completely disappeared. Well, this week’s guest, Marty Siegel, has been in the real estate industry for 28 years and 90% of his leads come from referrals, repeat customers, and children of those customers. What is the secret to his success? Key Takeaways: [1:45] 90% of Mar...
2016-10-1851 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEP005: The 4 Levels of Value CreationGerry Brockman has a masters in finance and has worked everywhere from main-street to wall-street. In this episode, Gerry helps us think through some of our biggest business decisions. There are 4 very important text-book components about evaluating risk and value, which every business owner should have in the back of their mind. Gerry shares some examples that speak to how you can apply these concepts in a real life scenario and help save your business a painful financial headache. Key Takeaways: [3:35] How to think about opportunity costs. [5:15] What are the 4 levels o...
2016-10-0433 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEP004: How to get the best results from your salespeopleJackie Schneider is the Chief Revenue Officer at Field Nation and serves on the board of advisors for The Nerdery as well as the board of directors for Anser Innovation. On this week's conversation, Jackie jumps right in on how to properly and effectively structure comp plans. As a leader, you really want to be thinking about comp plans 6 months in advance in order to thoroughly plan out all the variables necessary. Key Takeaways: [0:55] Find out more about Field Nation and the work Jackie does for this company. [3:00] What are some o...
2016-09-2052 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEP003: Why nearly 50% of all mergers failSteve Sapletal is a Merger Integration Leader with over 22 years of experience. He is currently a partner at KPMG where he overseas M&A integration strategy, planning, and execution. In this episode, he discusses with Todd some of the key factors on why a company should bring in an integration team, as well as some of the key mistakes companies make after an acquisition. Transitions are a stressful time for everyone, especially the employees, which is why companies tend to see a drop in productivity when a M&A transaction has been announced. Find out more on how you...
2016-08-2340 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEP002: What do Strategic Buyers know about M&A that you don't?Jeff Hawkes is the manager of corporate development at Ecolab. He and his team evaluate, analyze, and perform due-diligence as well as offer post-merger integration planning for global M&A transactions. Jeff discusses in this episode his investment methodology, due-diligence procedures, and other key factors towards purchasing a business. Get a behind-the-scenes look on what an M&A manager looks for in a business and how you can set your business up for success. Key Takeaways: [1:35] What's the difference between a strategic buyers and a financial buyer? [6:50] What is EBITDA?
2016-08-2349 minDynasty Leadership PodcastEP001: When Is It the Right Time to Sell Your Business?Eric Nicholson has been in the mergers & acquisitions career field for over 20 years. He has primarily worked one-on-one with business owners looking to sell their businesses and is currently the Managing Director for Green Holcomb Fisher, now owned by BMO Capital Markets. Eric shares a bit of his expertise on how to hire the right investment banker and how to properly come up with an exit strategy long before you retire. Tune in for more great insights from Eric. Key Takeaways: [1:20] Who is Eric Nicholson? [2:05] What is an investment banker and h...
2016-08-1839 min
Classical ClassroomWhen Abigail Fischer “Roars”What’s it like to be more or less the only character in a live, full-length opera, playing the role of a real-life intense person who lived life intensely, while accompanied by an electric guitar? Mezzo-soprano Abigail Fischer dishes about playing Isabelle Eberhardt, the inspiration for Missy Mazzoli’s opera Song from the Uproar: The Lives and Deaths of Isabelle Eberhardt, with the NOW Ensemble. Mezzo-soprano Abigail Fischer. Photo courtesy of Ms. Fischer’s website. Audio production by Todd “Touché!” Hulslander with karate chops from Dacia Clay. Music in this episode is all from Missy...
2015-03-1628 min
Classical ClassroomClassical Classroom, Episode 80: When Abigail Fischer “Roars”What’s it like to be more or less the only character in a live opera, playing a real-life intense person who lived life intensely? Mezzo-soprano Abigail Fischer dishes about playing Isabelle Eberhardt, the inspiration for Missy Mazzoli’s opera Song from the Uproar: The Lives and Deaths of Isabelle Eberhardt.
Audio production by Todd “Touché!” Hulslander with karate chops from Dacia Clay.
Music in this episode is all from Missy Mazzoli’s Song from the Uproar which you can hear and purch
2015-03-1628 min