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GrownlearnThe AI-Powered CEO Playbook: Use AI Like a Top Strategy Consultant to Scale Fast and Lead GloballyOn this episode of Grownlearn, Zorina sits down with Loic Potjes—Executive Coach, former Corporate & Scale-Up CEO, tech investor, and Managing Partner—who’s coached 40+ CEOs across 17 countries. We dig into what actually scales a business: a crisp 80/20 strategy, the right “engine” (your core team), and smart use of AI that goes way beyond meeting notes and automation.
Loic breaks down YPO’s value (it’s growth, not “networking”), how psychometrics (Map & Match) surface your real strengths, why many founders should stop “running the machine,” and his three levels of AI—especially Strategic AI, which he uses in 90-minute workshops to unlock new markets, p...
2025-09-1231 min
Elevate Your Career68 | Recast: The Edge of Excellence Podcast - The Surprising Truth About Redefining Excellence With Genuine ConnectionsToday's episode of the Elevate Your Career podcast is a recast of an episode of The Edge of Excellence podcast, in which Nicole joined entrepreneurs Shawn Baldwin, Michael Caito and host Matt Stewart as they explore the lessons learned from their personal and professional journeys.Nicole, Micahel and Shawn reflect on the importance of finding your voice, embracing mistakes as opportunities for growth, and the often surprising compounding effects of daily decisions. Through humor and heartfelt stories, the group shares insights about leadership, self-awareness, and the value of authenticity.The conversation also...
2025-08-051h 00
Atar 360Cómo funciona el venture capital y su impacto en startups - Tendencias 2025En este episodio emocionante de nuestro canal, tenemos el honor de recibir a Esteban Torbar, emprendedor visionario, inversor de impacto y fundador del Startup Venezuela Summit - una plataforma que está conectando el talento venezolano con el mundo.Esteban comparte su recorrido como líder regional, formado en la adversidad y resiliencia de América Latina, especialmente Venezuela. Su historia es un testimonio de cómo la crisis puede convertirse en una oportunidad para reinventarse, innovar y generar impacto real.Es reconocido como Ashoka Fellow, miembro activo de YPO y uno de los 30 Líderes Empresariales Inspiradores por EY Venez...
2025-06-0730 min
The Shrimp Tank Podcast - The Best Entrepreneur Podcast In The Country#338 - Purpose - Driven Property: Ian Weiner on Leading with Vision & ImpactIan’s industry and business involvement includes active roles with Innovating Commerce Serving Communities (ICSC), the Palm Beach chapter of the Young Presidents Organization (YPO) and the Leadership Council of AIPAC’s (American Israel Public Affairs Committee) Real Estate Division. He earned his Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and received his Juris Doctorate from Cardoza Law School.
2025-06-0150 min
The Impact in Action PodcastStewards of Culture with DeEtta Jones, Founder of CultureRoadIn this episode, host Peter sits down with DeEtta Jones (YPO Miami)—veteran social impact leader, podcast co-creator, and founder of CultureRoad—to explore how organizations can build healthier, more inclusive workplace cultures. DeEtta shares the story behind CultureRoad, a next-generation HR SaaS platform that blends learning, real-time analytics, and community to empower teams at every level. From democratizing access to development tools to proactively managing organizational culture, the conversation offers practical insights for leaders who believe that culture isn’t a buzzword—it’s a daily practice.Whether you’re leading a startup or a global...
2025-05-2010 min
INSEAD Emerging Markets PodcastGCC Leadership Series: Waleed AlBanawi – Lessons on Resilience, Impact, and InnovationSend us a textIn this episode, we are joined by Waleed AlBanawi, an INSEAD 05D, Executive Chairman & CEO of Banvest Group, and former chairman of Young Presidents' Organization (YPO) MENA. Waleed has deep experience in traditional industries, venture capital, and regional economic transformation.We discuss:His father’s entrepreneurial journey – pioneering industrial business in Saudi Arabia before the oil boom, securing funding when banks wouldn’t lend to industry, and overcoming regulatory and workforce challenges.Lessons in resilience – how early exposure to adversity through boarding school...
2025-05-2029 min
Problem Solved PodcastBehind the Brand: Lessons from Kim Kaupe on Building SuccessIf you’ve wanted to learn about marketing, building your brand or just hear from a fabulous female entrepreneur, join us on this month’s Problem Solved Podcast to learn from Kim Kaupe, founder of Bright Ideas Only! Kim works with A-listers such as Paul McCartney, Oprah, the NY Mets and Shawn Mendes to create marketing programs, new revenue streams and branding.
Tune in and learn:
How to build a strong brand?
What’s it like to be on Shark Tank?
What to do when a client isn’t satisfied to still sleep at night?
Listen n...
2025-05-1932 min
The Prof G Pod with Scott GallowayFirst Time Founders with Ed Elson – The Story of RedditLive from YPO’s Global Entrepreneurship Summit, Ed sits down with Reddit co-founder and CEO Steve Huffman. They discuss the company’s IPO journey, his unique approach to investor relations, and how Reddit navigates the complex world of content moderation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025-05-0458 minProblem Solved PodcastSelling Your Business With ConfidenceSo many of us nowadays look up to entrepreneurs –or we are one ourselves. When it comes time to pass the torch and to sell the business, what do we need to know to get the most value from what we’ve built? On this episode of the the Problem Solved Podcast, author and entrepreneur David McCombie shares his tips and advice from his newly released book, Selling Your Business with Confidence.
Listen and learn:
How can a business owner evaluate the potential value of their business before beginning the sales process?
What steps can...
2025-03-2741 min
The Come Alive Podcast with Meher MirchandaniSetbacks to success | Ft. Nael Mustafa | YPO Episode 10How do you stay motivated when everything feels against you?
What do you do when setbacks keep knocking you down?
How do you overcome challenges that feel impossible?
In this episode of our YPO Special, Season 2, Nael Mustafa, CEO of GFH Partners and CIO of Real Estate at GFH Financial Group, shares his powerful insights on overcoming life’s hurdles. Nael talks about resilience, embracing the journey of setbacks and growth, and developing the mental strength to keep pushing forward—no matter the obstacles.
Don’t miss out—watch the full episode on YouTube now!
Guest: https://www.instagram.com/naelmustafa/
To f...
2025-02-0747 min
The ZENERGY Podcast: Energy Leadership, Finance, and TechnologyKomal Kaul | Co-Founder of Isotonik Solutions / Founder of Sam India Project / YPO Impact Network ChairWelcome to The Zenergy Podcast! Today, host, Karan Takhar has a chat with Komal Kaul, Co-Founder of Isotonik Solutions, Founder of Sam India Project, and YPO Impact Network Chair. They speak primarily about her time at the YPO Impact Network. She gives a brief overview of the network, how it works, who is involved, and shares some key initiatives she’s worked on as chair. They touch on how YPO connects with people from the communities they engage with and how they get them to attend their conferences. They talk about the evolution of social impact and business, how the...
2025-01-2338 min
The Come Alive Podcast with Meher MirchandaniYPO Episode 06 - The Regal Family with Vikram ShroffIs it hard to be part of a family business?
How do you push each other to new heights, make tough decisions, and preserve relationships?
Family businesses can be uniquely challenging, but it’s all about navigating through obstacles together, with respect and unwavering support.
🎙️ Tune into Episode 06 of our YPO Special, Season 2, featuring Vikram Shroff, Director at Regal, as he shares his journey of navigating both the highs and the challenges of running a family business.
In this episode, Vikram opens up about:
✨ The roles he’s jugg...
2024-11-2544 min
The Come Alive Podcast with Meher MirchandaniYPO Episode 05 - Success starts with you with Adriana UsvatAre you giving yourself the same care you give others?
How can self-discovery change everything?
What does a healthy relationship with yourself look like?
Join us for Episode 5 of our YPO Special, Season 2, with Adriana Usvat, Founder and Managing Partner of FLC Marketing Group.
In this episode, Adriana shares her journey toward self-love, self-discovery, and why building a relationship with yourself can change everything—even in the midst of a demanding career. As the Founder of FLC Marketing Group, Adriana opens up about the challenges of...
2024-11-0641 min
The Come Alive Podcast with Meher MirchandaniYPO Episode 04 - Serving YPO MENA with Helen BannayanCan women truly have it all?
Why is self-care essential for women?
Should we pursue success, or let it shape us?
Join us for Episode 4 of our YPO Special, Season 2, featuring Helen Bannayan, Founder and CEO of Emulsion Cosmetics and YPO Regional Chair for MENA.
In this episode, Helen shares her career journey and how she built Emulsion into the thriving company it is today. She discusses the various roles she juggles in both her business and personal life and reveals her secrets to maintaining balance. Helen also reflects on the valuable lessons she's learned, emphasizing the importance of self-aware...
2024-10-2838 min
The Come Alive Podcast with Meher MirchandaniYPO Episode 03 - Thriving in the Steel Industry: A Journey of Strength and Success with Bhavna GoelHow can women thrive in a male-dominated industry?
How do you balance the many roles of an entrepreneur, mother, and wife?
How do you prioritize self-love and make it the foundation of your life?
Tune in to Episode 3 of our YPO special with Bhavna Goel, President and Vice Chairperson at Shreeyam Power and Steel Industries. Discover how she navigated the steel industry, honored her father's legacy, and became an even stronger version of herself.
In this episode, Bhavna shares the challenges she faced, the roles she juggles in both business and personal life, and her secrets to multitasking while maintaining balanc...
2024-10-1031 min
The Come Alive Podcast with Meher MirchandaniYPO Episode 02 - Recognizing and accepting your weaknesses with Jason EnglishHow do you recognize and accept your weaknesses as an entrepreneur?
Do you foster a company culture that encourages your team to buy into your vision?
How do you adapt yourself and your business to the latest technological advancements?
Tune in to Episode 2 of our YPO special season 2 with Jason English, Chief Eco-System Officer and Co-founder of CG Tech, CEO of Al Laith,and author of The Oros Effect
In this episode, Jason shares the challenges he’s faced, the various roles he plays in his companies and within YPO, and reveals the se...
2024-09-2544 min
The Come Alive Podcast with Meher MirchandaniYPO Episode 01 - Empowering 100,000 female leaders with Christine AssouadHow do you manage your energy to juggle multiple roles as a woman?
What helps you thrive rather than just survive in your life journey?
Do you have clear goals you're chasing?
Tune in to our YPO special season, with Christine Assouad, CEO of Dunkin' Lebanon & Semsom, and Founder of The Empowering Tribe & Her Book Club.
In this episode, Christine shares her journey as a mom and entrepreneur, revealing how she launched The Empowering Tribe and is now on a mission to empower 100,000 female leaders.
Discover Christine's unique perspective on achieving balance in life, not just work-life balance. Learn how having clari...
2024-09-0633 min
Leader of LeadersS3, Ep. 1 | Mastering Mindful Leadership with Aline Gomez-AceboJoin Diana Daniels, YPO Greater Europe member and CEO and Founder of Cronos Group, in an enlightening episode of the Leader of Leaders Podcast as she converses with Aline Gomez-Acebo, the CEO of ENIAX, about mastering mindful leadership. Discover Aline’s journey from childhood dreams to pioneering the use of AI in reducing patient absenteeism in medical settings. Learn about the concept of “executive intelligence.” Aline also delves into innovative sustainability practices, including generating energy from potato peelings and converting kitchen oil to biodiesel.
In this episode, you will learn the following :
Concept of “executive intellige...
2024-08-2620 min
YPOcastPaulo Villares: A Trajetória do Fundador do YPO Brasil | Compacto Ep. 114Neste episódio imperdível do Ypocast, temos a honra de receber Paulo Villares, o pioneiro que trouxe o YPO para o Brasil em 1972. Paulo compartilha conosco sua incrível jornada desde a fundação do capítulo brasileiro do YPO até suas diversas conquistas na indústria e na formação de líderes. Com uma carreira extensa e diversificada, Paulo oferece uma perspectiva única sobre liderança, inovação e a importância de seguir utopias.
Ao longo da conversa, exploramos as transições de Paulo desde sua formação em engenharia metalúrgica pela Pol...
2024-06-0634 min
YPOcastPaulo Villares: A Trajetória do Fundador do YPO BrasilNeste episódio imperdível do Ypocast, temos a honra de receber Paulo Villares, o pioneiro que trouxe o YPO para o Brasil em 1972. Paulo compartilha conosco sua incrível jornada desde a fundação do capítulo brasileiro do YPO até suas diversas conquistas na indústria e na formação de líderes. Com uma carreira extensa e diversificada, Paulo oferece uma perspectiva única sobre liderança, inovação e a importância de seguir utopias.
Ao longo da conversa, exploramos as transições de Paulo desde sua formação em engenharia metalúrgica pela Pol...
2024-06-061h 12
The Real Good PodcastTim Harris | Part 02 - Impact & LegacyIn this episode, we sit down with Tim Harris, the current Chairperson of the South African Tourism Board and a partner at Consulum, a strategic advisory firm working with government organisations and their leaders. Tim is an economic development expert with two decades of experience in economic policy, governance, and competitiveness. Tim was previously the Shadow Minister of Finance in South Africa, the CEO of Wesgro and a member of YPO.
Tim shares his professional story which sits at the intersection of government and business. He talks about his journey as CEO of Wesgro...
2024-04-1629 min
The Growth FireYPO’s Influence on Sofyan Almoayed’s Leadership JourneySofyan Almoayed is the CEO of Almoayed Investments, a versatile family business focused on real estate, travel technology, contracting, transportation, and F&B sectors. Additionally, he will assume the role of Global Chairman for 2024 and 2025. Almoayed Investments has been a beacon of success, consistently delivering value through its commitment to growth and diversification. Sofyan's leadership has propelled the company to thrive in MENA and North American markets, solidifying its position as a prominent player in various industries. In this episode… Many YPO members view their membership as a strategic decision. Beyond expanding networks and enhancing bu...
2024-02-2629 min
Jetzt mal ehrlich!JME 95: Jetzt mal ehrlich… was machst Du jetzt mit Video AI?Fredrik fragt sich, wie er die Remote-Arbeitskultur in seinem Unternehmen verbessern kann, bzw. wie man remote arbeitende Kollegen besser ins Team integrieren kann, wenn der Rest des Teams regelmäßig im Büro arbeitet. Die beiden sprechen ausführlich über das neue Video KI-Tool Sora und lassen ihrer Fantasie freien Lauf. Sie fragen sich, ob und wann wir uns wieder auf Originalität und Authentizität in der Contentproduktion besinnen werden.
Marco überlegt, der Organisation YPO (Young Presidents' Organization) beizutreten und will von Fredrik wissen, was die Bedingungen und Vorteile einer solchen Mitgliedschaft sind. Zudem diskutieren die beiden, wie sie mit pote...
2024-02-2155 min
The Real Good PodcastTim Harris | Entrepreneur, Investor, Politician and Civil ServantIn this episode we sit down with Tim Harris, the current Chairperson of the South African Tourism Board and a partner at Consulum, a strategic advisory firm working with government organisations and their leaders. Tim is an economic development expert with two decades of experience in economic policy, governance, and competitiveness. Tim was previously the Shadow Minister of Finance in South Africa, the CEO of Wesgro and a member of YPO.Tim shares his professional story which sits at the intersection of government and business. He talks about his journey as CEO of Wesgro and the incredible work...
2024-02-1946 min
I See What You're SayingThere Can't Be One Single Story - Leadership Lessons from the YPO Global ChairmanIn this episode, we dive into the power of storytelling and the value of multiple perspectives in leadership. As we unpack the leadership lessons from YPO Global Chairman, Raymond Watt, we discover the importance of empathy, vulnerability, and open communication. We learn how embracing complexity and understanding diverse stories can connect us and lead to personal growth. If you're looking to enhance your leadership skills and embrace personal growth, this episode offers valuable lessons and practical advice from a global thought leader.Timestamps: (00:00) Explore education and networking opportunities online.(06:29) Learning and growth through c...
2024-01-171h 09The Growth FireCreating Extraordinary Leaders and Experiences With YPOThayer Smith is the CEO of YPO, a global leadership community connecting elite chief executives and cultivating extraordinary leaders to improve lives and businesses worldwide. Before joining the C-suite at YPO, Thayer led Bayshore Capital as an Operating Partner. Thayer has lent his expertise in complex manufacturing, financial management, strategic planning, and leadership development. He’s also been a YPO member since 2007, serving as the Chapter Forum Officer for the Florida Chapter and Regional Chair for the Southeast US and Caribbean Region. From 2019 to 2023, he served multiple roles for the Global Board of Directors before accepting his position as CE...
2023-10-1642 min
The InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 143: The great success of a woman-led RIAEpisode Notes
Bruce and Jeff chat with Shannon Eusey, CEO and founder of Beacon Pointe Advisors, about how Shannon launched Beacon Pointe, the nation’s largest woman-led RIA, and how the firm has continued to grow amid challenging times. Shannon also talks about how she’s been able to run the company while becoming a mother of four. They also ponder the question of when big firms will start acquiring other big firms.
Guest Bio:
Shannon is the Chief Executive Officer of Beacon Pointe Advisors, the largest female-led Registered Investment Advisory (RIA) firm in the country serving private clients, foundations, and...
2023-08-1728 min
YPOcastDesbravando Novos Horizontes: YPO Latin America Business Summit no YPOCastNeste episódio do YPOCast, conheceremos a história inspiradora de dois empreendedores e membros do YPO Brasil, Daniel J. McQuoid e João César Lima. Atualmente, Daniel é membro do conselho da Newave Capital e Ex-CEO do Bank of America Brasil, enquanto João é sócio da Dasa Empresas, que trabalha com soluções integradas de saúde corporativa.
João César e Daniel J. McQuoid explicam como surgiu a ideia que originou o YPO Latin America Business Summit e anunciam todos os detalhes sobre a próxima edição, em maio de 2024.
2023-08-101h 39The Growth FireCultivating the Career You Want Through a Community of Peers With Elizabeth Zucker of YPOElizabeth Zucker is the Managing Partner at Interior Investments of St. Louis, a contract office furniture dealership providing solutions for professional organizations, including furniture selection, order fulfillment, delivery, and installation. Under Elizabeth’s leadership, the company has successfully scaled to $35 million. Before joining Interior Investments of St. Louis, Elizabeth spent six years climbing the ranks at Herman Miller, a furniture manufacturing company. Beyond her work as a managing partner, Elizabeth contributes her leadership expertise to the YPO St. Louis chapter, holding over seven chapter officer roles. In 2016, she joined the YPO board of directors, and from 2019 - 2020, she served as...
2023-07-2641 min
Arete Coach: The Art & Science of Executive CoachingArete Coach 1134 Benjamin Ritter "Identify Your Life Intentions, Values, & Expectations"Welcome to episode 1134 of the Arete Coach Podcast! Join your host, Severin Sorensen, for a captivating dialogue with our esteemed guest, Dr. Benjamin Ritter, a renowned executive leadership and career coach. Dr. Ritter is the driving force behind Live For Yourself Consulting, and the head of talent development and organizational culture at Teknova. With over a decade of experience guiding clients from companies like Amazon, Coursera, DoorDash, Google, Fiserve, Northwestern, Pinterest, and Yelp, he is adept at assisting senior executives who grapple with uncertainties about their career path, executive presence, and self-perception of success.
Live (defined as...
2023-07-101h 03The Growth FireScott Mordell former YPO CEOScott Mordell is the Founder and CEO of The Forrader Group, a company providing strategic counsel and support to leaders and their organizations. He was the longest-serving CEO in the seventy-year history of Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO), a global leadership development community of more than 30,000 chief executives in 142 countries. Scott's experience in various industries, geographies, organizations, and business disciplines has helped him develop influential leadership lessons and collaborative skills for success. In this episode… Are you struggling as a leader? How can you elevate your leadership journey to become a better leader and person? Ac...
2023-05-0341 min
The Journey with Christian D Evans$100 Million Dollar Exit w/ CEO @ Alchemy of Money w/ Brandon Green | YPO🎁 Gift for All Podcast Listeners Below 👇 Leaving his hometown with no college degree, Brandon pursued a big vision for his life and turned ideas into action, despite significant setbacks. After starting as a performer with Up with People, a non-profit, education-based international performing troupe, he moved into real estate, literally knocking door-to-door to find his footing in the industry.
Then in 2006, Brandon co-founded the real estate company Keller Williams Capital Properties in Washington, D.C. and grew the organization to eight locations and nearly $100 million in revenue—all through and in spite of the financial crisis, earning him a spot on...
2023-04-1752 min
Leader of LeadersS2, Ep. 7 | Paving the Way (Featuring Susan Wheeldon)Diana and Susan discuss the actions that must be taken to develop skills when opportunity knocks on your door. Listen to Susan Wheeldon, Airbnb's Country Director for Australia, New Zealand, and Oceania, to discover more about technical advancements and overcoming hurdles.
2023-03-3114 minThe Growth FireLeading With Compassion and Integrity: A Conversation with YPO’s Marc Reifenrath and Sean MagennisSouth African native Sean Magennis is the CEO of Mutual Capital Alliance, a financial services firm that assists private companies to establish shareholder value and liquidity through its exit advisory and management services. Before moving to MCA, Sean served as the Global President and COO at YPO, a global community of chief executives spanning more than 30,000 members across 138 countries. Sean credits his skills in team building, psychology, and sociology to his time in the military, which later evolved into his entrepreneurial strengths. Sean has cultivated over 14 years as a lucrative business owner and is an active member...
2023-03-1559 min
Leader of LeadersS2, Ep. 6 | Leadership at the Edge of AI (Featuring Noam Yasour)In our latest episode, Naom Yasour (YPO London), thoroughly discusses the use of AI in leveraging the organizations more efficiently and how technology advancement will support amidst the rapid changes in the industry.
2023-02-0614 min
Truth, Lies and WorkThe Untold Heartbreak of Male Leaders: Conversations with Jim Young, Men's Burnout CoachToughen up. Be a man. Boys don’t cry.Centuries of social conditioning have created a stigma around men’s mental health and burnout. And it’s killing them.75% of suicides are men. Suicide is the biggest cause of death among men under 50. Men experience higher rates of cancer, heart disease and addiction - physical health conditions associated with high-stress lifestyles. Men's mental health, in our workplaces, society and homes, is the conversation we should be having.In a break from our normal format, this episode focuses on a conversation between Co-Host...
2023-01-1746 min
Leader of LeadersSeason 2, Ep. 5 | Finding and Retaining Talent (Featuring Monica Flores)In the latest episode, tune in as Diana shares a fruitful discussion with Monica Flores, the President of Latin America of ManpowerGroup, responsible for the operation of 18 countries. With her observations, Monica discusses the changes happening in the workforce and why it is essential now to have a leader that possesses the 21st century skills in finding and retaining the best talent. Join them as they explore more about a lead by example journey and what it takes in building a career path expected in the 21st century only here on Leader of Leaders Podcast!
2023-01-0514 min
Leader of LeadersSeason 2, Ep. 4 | Disrupting Your Industry with Digital Transformation (Featuring Dominik Sievert)In this episode, digital pioneer Dominique Gibbert, shares his story of disrupting the status quo and changing the way we think about health care. He shared about how he and his team at Webpm Munich adapted their business during the COVID pandemic in order to remain on top of the digital pathology space, increase in company efficiency and safety in pathology laboratories by digitizing and automating the process, and his company’s production of COVID testing kits and supplies during the pandemic in order to help those in need. Are you ready to hear about how he disrupted his in...
2022-12-0515 min
Break Free™The Best Business Podcast: From Poverty To A Multimillion-Dollar Solar EnterpriseA millionaire doesn't become one overnight. The journey of becoming a self-made millionaire might take years or even decades. Many disappointments and failures can occur, especially when your business is just off the ground. But persistence is the quality shared by all successful entrepreneurs. Passion, commitment, and a little bit of luck are necessary.Tune in to this episode with Jaret Henhoeffer a CEO and President of Penguin Power, a Solar Enterprise. Learn his inspiring story; From poverty to a Million-dollar company.“A Serial Entrepreneur, I live to help pa...
2022-11-2148 min
The Best Business Podcast245: From Fashion Model to Nutritional Bar Startup! How Lizanne Falsetto Sold her Business & Started a New Brand: betterland foods™.Lizanne Falsetto is the Founder and CEO of Betterland Foods. Years before she became a world-renowned CEO, Lizanne Falsetto began her entrepreneurial journey at her kitchen table, inspired both by a family recipe and desire to solve a personal problem. On that table, the original thinkThin bar was created: a revolutionary bar that would become one of the most sought-after health foods on the market.
Lizanne is a prescient food pioneer and protein expert who understood the benefits of a high-protein, low-sugar lifestyle 20 years before the widespread adoption of the ketogenic diet. As thinkThin scaled to reach...
2022-10-031h 30Entrepreneur Stories 4⃣ Inspiration245: From Fashion Model to Nutritional Bar Startup! How Lizanne Falsetto Sold her Business & Started a New Brand: betterland foods™.Lizanne Falsetto is the Founder and CEO of Betterland Foods. Years before she became a world-renowned CEO, Lizanne Falsetto began her entrepreneurial journey at her kitchen table, inspired both by a family recipe and desire to solve a personal problem. On that table, the original thinkThin bar was created: a revolutionary bar that would become one of the most sought-after health foods on the market.
Lizanne is a prescient food pioneer and protein expert who understood the benefits of a high-protein, low-sugar lifestyle 20 years before the widespread adoption of the ketogenic diet. As thinkThin scaled to reach...
2022-10-031h 30
Leader of LeadersSeason 2, Ep. 3 | Organizational Culture (Featuring Patricia Pomies)In our latest episode, we are joined by Patricia Pomies (YPO Madrid), the COO of Globant, an IT and Software Development company operating in 18 countries around the globe. She led the success of scaling the startup to a multinational company by building the team’s DNA. Pomies advocates for Women in Business, making her one of the most respected female executives in her field. Are you ready to be inspired in this episode? Tune in as Patricia talks about her journey only here on Leader of Leaders Podcast!
2022-09-0615 min
Leader of LeadersSeason 2, Ep. 2 | Global Serial Entrepreneurship (Featuring Fred Mouawad)Welcome back to another season of Leader of Leaders Podcast, brought to you by YPO Leadership Development Network and hosted by Diana Daniels of YPO Greater Europe. To welcome another season we have Fred Mouawad (YPO SEA Angels Integrated), the Chief Executive Officer of Synergia One with operations in sixteen countries. As a serial entrepreneur, he discusses what pushed him to expand beyond his family’s jewelry business (which supplies the jewels for the Miss Universe pageant!) and how having an understanding of cultural considerations has played an important role in his success. Are you ready to be inspired in...
2022-06-2416 min
Leader of LeadersSeason 2, Ep. 1 | Leadership in Times of Uncertainty (Featuring Olena Malynska)Welcome to the pilot episode of Leader of Leaders Podcast’s second season, brought to you by YPO Leadership Development Network and hosted by Diana Daniels of YPO Greater Europe. To welcome another season we are joined by Olena Malysnka (YPO Kyiv Integrated), CEO of Women Political Network. Olena has over 20 years of top executive experience in both the United States and Ukraine and in this episode, we’ll talk about how the recent events in Ukraine honed her as a leader. What are the lessons she learned as a leader in the midst of the Russia- Ukraine war? Tune...
2022-05-1815 min
The Happy at Work PodcastStaying Above The LineIn this episode, Michael, Laura, and Tessa spoke with Diana Chapman, a co-author of 'The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership'. Diana shares wisdom from her book, some key conscious leadership lessons and practices, and how all this can be applied in the workplace.
Diana Chapman has worked with over 1000 organizational leaders and many of their teams, and is a founding partner at Conscious Leadership Group. She has created and implemented professional onboarding and ongoing programs—based on the comprehensive body of work she developed with CLG co-founder Jim Dethmer—with clients such as Asana and Esalen.
2022-03-3129 min
Leader of LeadersSeason 1, Ep. 11 | Leadership in a Family Business (Featuring Adriana Dominguez)Welcome to the season finale of the Leader of Leaders Podcast, brought to you by YPO Leadership Development Network and hosted by Diana Daniels of YPO Greater Europe. In this episode, Diana talks with Adriana Dominguez (YPO Madrid). She became the Executive President of her family’s fashion empire, Adolfo Dominguez, during the height of the pandemic and has been leading her company’s transformation through sustainability, digital innovation and profitability as its main pillars. Listen and learn how she did it while maintaining the family values her business was built on.
2022-03-3015 min
Canada’s EntrepreneurEntrepreneur, Community Builder, and Humanitarian - Calgary - Canada’s PodcastDesirée Amanda Bombenon has over 30 years of business operational experience, and strategic leadership. Awarded Ernst & Young 2019 Entrepreneur of the year for the Prairies in Communication Technology, she is a bold innovator, futurist, and purpose driven leader. Her portfolio includes business strategy, social enterprise, and culture building. Desirée is an active member of a number of organizations including YPO (formally Young President’s Organization) and International Women’s Forum, and has chaired several industry boards and focus groups. She is a past director of the National Music Centre, is a past Chair of YPO Alberta Chapter, and a past C...
2022-03-1716 min
Leader of LeadersSeason 1, Ep. 10 | Leaderness (Featuring Gerardo Segat)Welcome to another episode of Leader of the Leaders Podcast brought to you by YPO Leadership Development Network and hosted by Diana Daniels of YPO Greater Europe! In this episode, we invited Gerardo Segat of YPO North Star Integrated. He has been a leadership coach since 2015. He’s also a member of YPO since 2013 and he is currently Founder and Mentoring Officer of YPO North Star, Chapter Chair of YPO Gold Italy and Founder and Chapter Chair of YPO Southern Switzerland. Are you ready to learn how leadership evolves to leaderness? Tune in to our tenth episode and don’t fo...
2022-02-1625 min
The Program PodcastThe Program Podcast Ep. 24 - Rana el KalioubyKap, sits down with Rana el Kaliouby, an Egyptian-American scientist, entrepreneur, investor, author, and an AI thought leader on a mission to humanize technology before it dehumanizes us. She is the Deputy CEO at Smart Eye and formerly, Co-Founder and CEO of Affectiva, an MIT spin-off and category defining AI company. She is an executive fellow at the Harvard Business School where she teaches about AI and startups. Her bestselling memoir, Girl Decoded: A Scientist’s Quest to Reclaim Our Humanity by Bringing Emotional Intelligence to Technology follows her journey, growing up in the Middle East and moving to the...
2022-01-211h 03
The EO Business PodcastSydney YPO'er Andrew Simmons explains how he took on Fitness First and won!In the 1990's Andrew had grown his personal training business within Fitness First to a point where there was no where else to go. Absolutely passionate about fitness he went onto to create Vision Personal Training Group, which is a franchised group of small fitness studio around the country.A member of YPO since 2009, tune in to hear his story of how he took Fitness First and won the battleMore infohttps://www.visionpersonaltraining.com/--------------------ABOUT EO Entrepreneur's Organization (EO) is a global business network of 18,000 +...
2021-12-1232 minThe EO Business PodcastFrom Mark Cuban to Richard Branson - meet Melbourne YPO'er Nathan Chan who's interviewed them all.Nathan was one of the first podcasters I listened to and was very much an inspiration for the EO podcast,He's interviewed all the hard to reach entrepreneurs. (Mark Cuban, Seth Godin, Tim Ferriss, Tony Robbins, Barbara Corcoran, Daymond John & many more). Unlike most podcast interview series Nathan Chan literally started from knowing nothing. He was just an average guy working in a 9-5 job he utterly hated. He knew nothing about entrepreneurship, nothing about startups, nothing about marketing, and nothing about online or how to build a business.So from launching Foundr Magazine he’s...
2021-11-2926 min
Inspiring Humans#57 Values Based Leadership and consulting with the unique Heather YellandHeather is a leading authority in Values Based Leadership and is a respected voice in the international arena of consulting, business and corporate innovation and coaching. Having worked with such iconic brands as Macquarie Group, Mars, Origin, Nestle, Vincent’s Accounting, Westpac, National Foods, Empire Group, Barnardos, Forsyths, East West Consortium (Malaysia), Young President’s Organisation (YPO/WPO), as well as New Zealand’s largest NGO, major departments of the New Zealand Government and over 100,000 individuals worldwide, Heather specialises in growing people. With formal training in arts, psychology, family and systems theory and business, Heather has been a 'people' specia...
2021-11-2356 min
Leader of LeadersSeason 1, Ep. 8 | Entrepreneurism and Business Growth (Featuring Isak Pretorius)This is another episode of Leader of the Leaders brought to you by the YPO Leadership Development Network and hosted by Diana Daniels of YPO Greater Europe. Listen in as she features Isak Pretorius,the founding partner and CEO of Afriscope, a business providing end-to-end business development, strategy and facilitation services to African businesses and businesses wanting to enter African markets. In this episode, Isak shares the importance of the organization’s human resources in the business structure and strategy, giving them the chance to contribute based on their own skill set. Tune in to Episode 8 to hear more of...
2021-11-1229 min
Leader of LeadersSeason 1, Ep. 9 | Mentorship (Featuring Pamela Barnhill)Welcome to another episode of Leader of the Leaders Podcast brought to you by the YPO Leadership Development Network and hosted by Diana Daniels of YPO Greater Europe. In this episode, she sits down with Pamela Barnhill who has 28 years experience in Public and Private Companies Strategy and Technology. She currently works at Strategic Growth Advisory as a Principal and Consultant in a diverse group of Real Estate, CPG, Wellness & Safety companies in order to maximize its value. How does she help build employees' self-confidence to recognize their own talent? Tune in as they talk about the importance of...
2021-11-1213 min
Leader of LeadersSeason 1, Ep. 7 | Future of Leadership (Featuring Mayu Brizuela de Avila)Welcome to another episode of Leader of the Leaders brought to you by the YPO Leadership Development Network. In this episode, host Diana Daniels (YPO Greater Europe) features Mayu Brizuela de Avila, the founder of Internacional de Seguros in 1997 which made her the first woman president of an insurance company in El Salvador. In August 2004, she was also elected as the first woman to become President of a private bank in El Salvador. How does she see the future of leadership in today’s world? Tune in to Leader of Leaders’ Episode 7: Future of Leadership to learn more!
2021-11-1223 min
Joe talks YPOBONUS: YPO New MembersIn a special podcast episode, Joe sits down with Wade Wyant, the former Membership Engagement Chair for YPO West Michigan. They discuss all you need to know as a new YPO Member. YPO is an organization for young presidents or CEOs looking for peer support and community. YPO members learn tips and tricks to grow or expand their business from each other, have access to exceptional educational opportunities, and enjoy a social environment. Wade and Joe talk about the value of YPO and some of the incredible experiences they had over the years. Wade shares his experience c...
2021-11-0436 min
Leader of LeadersSeason 1, Ep. 6 | Team Management (Feat. Lorne Bassel)Welcome to Leader of Leaders, a podcast that decodes multiple ways of achieving greatness in one’s workplace. Each episode features a notable “leader of leaders” who talks about the impact, disruption and current trends which aspiring leaders can learn from. Together with YPO Leadership Development Network, this business podcast aims to build a community where knowledge is passed from one leader to another.
Are you willing to learn and be led by the people who took the lead? Follow us and click play!
2021-09-2714 minJoe talks YPOWelcome to Joe talks YPOJoe talks YPO is a podcast interview series with current YPO members, by YPO members, and for YPO members. YPO is a global leadership community of Chief Executives driven by the shared belief that the world needs better leaders. Through YPO, we're inspired and supported to make a difference in the lives, businesses, and the world we impact. This podcast will introduce you to some of the amazing people within the organization. Your host is Joe Pohlen from the West Michigan Chapter. A little about me. Joe is the co-founder and owner of Cardinal Senior Management, an...
2021-09-0201 min
UX Design HuddleMatthew Mottola - How to be More Productive when Working Remote and Tips for Aspiring FreelancersMatthew Mottola is a leading voice and entrepreneur building the ‘Human Cloud’, the remote and independent model of work that over half the US workforce will transition to within the next five years.As the author of #1 New Release The Human Cloud, he sets the standard for the Future of Work. As the CEO of Venture L, he enables freelancers and clients to execute remote outcomes at scale. As a Forbes Contributor, he shares the stories and operating insights driving our shift to the human cloud.Matthew has led and transformed today’s leading companies. At Mic...
2021-08-1639 min
Leader of LeadersSeason 1, Ep. 5 | Leading Transformation (Feat. Charlene Li)Welcome to another episode of the Leader of Leaders Podcast brought to you by the YPO Leadership Development Network! Listen as host, Diana Daniels (YPO Greater Europe), sits down and talks to Charlene Li (YPO San Francisco Gold) on what it truly takes to be a thought leader. As a New York Times Best Selling author of 6 books, an accomplished public speaker, and the CEO and founder of a disruptive industry analyst firm, Altimeter Group, Charlene can definitely be considered an authority on the matter. This is Episode 5: Leading Transformation. Tune-in to learn more!
2021-03-1015 min
Leader of LeadersSeason 1, Ep. 4 | Leadership Communication (Feat. Mike Ritchie)This is the Leader of Leaders Podcast brought to you by the YPO Leadership Development Network, hosted by Diana Daniels (YPO Greater Europe) As always, we got a special guest joining Diana on the pod. Today’s guest Mike Ritchie (YPO Canada East) the CEO and president of CGL Manufacturing Inc., a company that supplies machined castings, fabrications and assemblies to global customers in the rail, material handling, heavy truck, construction and forestry industries. As CEO and president, he oversees the twelve production facilities of the company - one in Canada and eleven in China. How does he effectively man...
2021-03-1010 min
Leader of LeadersSeason 1, Ep. 3 | Women in Leadership (Feat. Mari Baker)The YPO Leadership Development Network is one with the rest of the world in celebrating Women’s Month here on the Leader of Leaders Podcast! Join Diana Daniels (YPO Greater Europe) as she converses with Mari Baker ( YPO San Francisco Gold ) Aside from being an active member and officer of YPO, Mari is recognized today as one of the more prominent executives in Silicon Valley. She serves on multiple boards, consulting and advising startups in the region such as Cozi, Velti, and HealthTap. However, her true passion can be seen in her work with a group called Women 2.0 - a...
2021-03-1016 min
Leader of LeadersSeason 1, Ep. 2 | Digital Disruption (Feat. Stephen Forte)Welcome to another episode of the Leader of Leader’s Podcast brought to you by the YPO Leadership Development Network, hosted by Diana Daniels (YPO Greater Europe). Today’s guest is Stephen Forte (YPO Bay Area Gold), the founder and CEO of The BuildClub, the leading on-demand marketplace for building materials. As a businessman who led multinational businesses how did he use technology to his advantage? Tune in to learn about his experiences as well as technological updates and trends that can ensure corporate sustainability. All that in the Episode 2 of Leader of Leader’s Podcast: Digital Disruption.
2021-03-1014 min
Leader of LeadersSeason 1, Ep. 1 | Business with Impact (Feat. Fleur Heyns)Welcome to the pilot episode of the Leader of Leaders Podcast brought to you by the YPO Leadership Development Network, hosted by Diana Daniels (YPO Greater Europe) Join in as Diana talks to Fleur Heyns (YPO Cape Town), co-founder of Proof of Impact, a data intelligence platform that makes impact data accessible to maximize your ROI. As an experienced entrepreneur, she shares pointers on what it takes to make an impactful business and how to source opportunities, making sure that every data point counts. Tune in as Diana and Fleur discuss how leaders can develop impact investing strategies, mitigate...
2021-03-1022 min
The Epicenter podcastThe Epicenter Podcast #9 ft. Gabriel Delgado | How special economic zones can change Central AmericaThis episode of The Epicenter Podcast features a conversation with Gabriel Delgado, Chief Development Officer for Próspera. Gabriel is a Central American entrepreneur who has worked to change the trajectory of Central America by unlocking prosperity for the region. He has worked in the telecom, cryptocurrency, and internet spaces. Among his ventures are Widefense – an IT Security Managed Services Provider – and Ubiquo – an A2P and Market Research software company. Gabriel is a Trustee of Universidad Francisco Marroquin, an Aspen Institute Fellow, and a member of both the Central America Leadership Initiative and YPO’s Guatemala chapter. Join us as we...
2021-03-0149 min
The Food Institute PodcastThe Restaurant of the FutureDan Rowe, CEO of Fransmart, joined the Food Institute podcast to discuss the restaurant of the future. Rowe discusses the current restaurant landscape in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, and what brands/concepts could take advantage of today’s market dynamics. Additionally, Rowe shares his prospects for drive-thrus, delivery, ghost kitchens, and curbside pickup options among foodservice operators in the years to come.
Hosted By: Chris Campbell
Recorded: Jan. 29, 2021
More About Dan Rowe:
Dan Rowe specializes in finding the next big thing and for over 20 years has identified and grown brands like Five Guys Burgers & Fries, QDOBA Mexican Grill an...
2021-01-3122 minThe Best Business Podcast196: How a Shark Tank Contestant Battles thru Rejection, Lawsuits, & ❤️... Lori Cheek of CheekdLori Cheek is an architect turned entrepreneur, Founder, and CEO of Cheekd, a mobile dating app that makes missed connections obsolete. Cheekd uses a cross-platform low energy Bluetooth technology, which fosters hyper local engagement. The app connects people in real time, versus virtual time. After working in architecture, Lori came up with an idea that led her into the NYC World of Tech and solving missed connections. Join our 🔥 Facebook Group to meet other listeners of the podcast: facebook.com/groups/mipvips.
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2021-01-0157 minEntrepreneur Stories 4⃣ Inspiration196: How a Shark Tank Contestant Battles thru Rejection, Lawsuits, & ❤️... Lori Cheek of CheekdLori Cheek is an architect turned entrepreneur, Founder, and CEO of Cheekd, a mobile dating app that makes missed connections obsolete. Cheekd uses a cross-platform low energy Bluetooth technology, which fosters hyper local engagement. The app connects people in real time, versus virtual time. After working in architecture, Lori came up with an idea that led her into the NYC World of Tech and solving missed connections. Join our 🔥 Facebook Group to meet other listeners of the podcast: facebook.com/groups/mipvips.
This Episode is Sponsored By:
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2021-01-0157 minThe Best Business Podcast194: Modernizing a 👕 Family Clothing Business 👕 - Sonny Balani of Balani Custom ClothiersSonny Balani is CEO of Balani Custom Clothiers, which has re-imagined the custom clothing experience as it applies to today’s client. He has designed a contemporary showroom and developed a collaborative selection process, establishing Balani as the premier custom clothier in Chicago. Join our 🔥 Facebook Group to meet other listeners of the podcast: facebook.com/groups/mipvips.
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2021-01-011h 17Entrepreneur Stories 4⃣ Inspiration194: Modernizing a 👕 Family Clothing Business 👕 - Sonny Balani of Balani Custom ClothiersSonny Balani is CEO of Balani Custom Clothiers, which has re-imagined the custom clothing experience as it applies to today’s client. He has designed a contemporary showroom and developed a collaborative selection process, establishing Balani as the premier custom clothier in Chicago. Join our 🔥 Facebook Group to meet other listeners of the podcast: facebook.com/groups/mipvips.
This Episode is Sponsored By:
Fiverr connects businesses with freelancers who offer hundreds of digital services. Receive 10% off your first order by using code MILLIONAIRE. Just visit: millionaire-interviews.com/fiverr
LinkedIn Jobs makes it easy to get a match...
2021-01-011h 17
Leveling Up with Eric SiuWhy Joining Peer Groups like YPO or EO will give you an unfair advantageThe route to a successful and growing online business is hard to imagine without the assistance that is provided by peer groups or masterminds. In this episode, Eric unpacks just how helpful these can be, and have been for him, explaining how you can join up with existent networks or even start your own. There is a wide range of options for any size or level of business, so do not sleep on this great resource! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:21] Before we jump into today’s interview, please rate, review, and subscribe to the Leveling Up Podcast! [00:33] Wh...
2020-12-1105 min
Leveling Up with Eric SiuWhy Joining Peer Groups like YPO or EO will give you an unfair advantageThe route to a successful and growing online business is hard to imagine without the assistance that is provided by peer groups or masterminds. In this episode, Eric unpacks just how helpful these can be, and have been for him, explaining how you can join up with existent networks or even start your own. There is a wide range of options for any size or level of business, so do not sleep on this great resource! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:21] Before we jump into today’s interview, please rate, review, and subscribe to the Leveling Up Podcast! [00:33] Wh...
2020-12-1105 min
The Minding Your Business Podcast#227 - David Kidder, Co-Founder + CEO at Bionic, NY Times Best Selling AuthorJoining from just outside NYC, David speaks on his journey thru successfully launching over 40 startup companies as a leader in angel investing, the state of business mindset during the pandemic, the fallacy of chasing money over purpose, the importance of family, and much more!!ABOUT DAVID:David S. Kidder is an experienced entrepreneur and an angel investor in over 40 companies. He is currently the Co-founder and CEO of Bionic. Bionic installs proprietary solutions, designed to unlock new growth and competitiveness for the world’s largest enterprises, based on the models, methods, talent, and tools of venture ca...
2020-12-0249 min
Wharton FinTech PodcastBuilding a Banking Legend – Greg Krasnov, Founder & CEO of TonikIn this episode, Miguel Armaza sits down with Greg Krasnov , Founder & CEO of tonik, a digital bank in the Philippines with a mission to revolutionize the way money works in Southeast Asia. Tonik is backed by major industry investors, including Sequoia Capital, Point72 Ventures, Insignia Ventures, and Credence Partners.
Greg is a serial entrepreneur at heart and launched his first business at the age of 18. Prior to starting tonik, he invested in, co-founded and chaired four other successful fintech startups through his Singapore-based fintech venture builder called FORUM.
Greg is also a talented musician and, as a bonus for our...
2020-10-1139 min
State of the Markets#104 Mike Boyd: Family Wealth & Software Eating the WorldRecorded 26th July 2020
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https://mudbrickcapital.com/
https://www.ypo.org/
http://newsletter.mikeboyd.com.au/
https://www.businessoffamily.net/
Media picks:
The Rise of The Murdoch Dynasty
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The Banker
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One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
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State of the Markets...
2020-08-291h 18
YPO Networks PodcastEpisode 15: Post Pandemic Revival with Pedro Penna and André Villac AbuchamWelcome to the first episode of the YPO Networks Podcast series: Post Pandemic Revival. In this episode, we meet Pedro Penna Chief Executive Officer at Atex Brasil and a YPO Construction Industry Network member who’s company has 14 Distribution Centers in 7 different countries and sells plastic Framework solutions for any kind of building.
Pedro is joined by André Villac Abucham, a fellow YPO Construction Industry member and the CEO of Engeform Engenharia. The Engeform group has been operating in Brazil for more than four decades and has in its portfolio more than 600 projects delivered to different sectors: sanit...
2020-08-1814 min
Freedom Factory's PodcastStrategy to Sell My Business if I am in YPO (Young Presidents' Organization)Today's episode of the podcast, Robert Hirsch from Freedom Factory discusses "Strategy to Sell My Business if I am in YPO (Young Presidents' Organization)". Listen to the podcast, watch the video http://freedomfactory.libsyn.com/strategy-to-sell-my-business-if-i-am-in-ypo-young-presidents-organization or read the transcript below.
Hey, it's Robert Hirsch from Freedom Factory, and I want to talk with you about offering your company if you're in a YPO. Now, if you're in the young president's organization, congratulations! You have actually struck a certain level of complexity and growth to your business and you have actually grown it far beyond 95% of business...
2020-05-0103 min
Freedom Factory's PodcastStrategy to Sell My Business if I am in YPO (Young Presidents' Organization)Today's episode of the podcast, Robert Hirsch from Freedom Factory discusses "Strategy to Sell My Business if I am in YPO (Young Presidents' Organization)". Listen to the podcast or watch the video here https://vimeopro.com/freedomfactory/business-brokers/video/389990100
2020-04-2903 minYPO Networks PodcastEpisode 14: In The spotlight With Tim DraperWelcome to the 14th episode of the YPO Networks Podcast!
In this Episode, Anne Cheng, the Business Network Director at the construction industry at YPO sits down with Tim Draper.
Tim Draper founded Draper Associates in July, 1985, which when joined by John Fisher and Steve Jurvetson became the venture capital firm Draper Fisher Jurvetson (now DFJ). Investments include Skype, Hotmail, Tesla, Baidu, Theranos, and Overture, among many others.
He is the creator of viral marketing, a marketing method for spreading a software application from customer to customer, instrumental to the successes of Hotmail a...
2020-04-1716 minYPO Networks PodcastEpisode 13: Downright Dangerous DecisionsWelcome to the 13th episode of the YPO Networks Podcast!
In this episode, Anne Cheng, the business network director of the consturction indsutry at ypo, sits down with John Jay Bowman.
As a principal with FMI, Jay Bowman assists a broad range of stakeholders in the construction industry, from program managers and general contractors to specialty trades and materials producers, with the identification and assessment of the risks influencing the strategic and tactical decisions they face.
In this role, Jay’s primary responsibilities include research design and interpretation, based on developing an understanding of th...
2020-04-1513 minYPO Networks PodcastEpisode 12: Tax Opportunities from the US CARES ActWelcome to the 12th episode of the YPO Networks Podcast!
In this episode, Anne Cheng, the business director of YPO, sits down with Bill Smith, a renouned Tax Expert, Founder of CBIZ National Tax Office, and Managing Director at CBIZ MHM, LLC, and Courtney Vitalee, a Tax Director in the suburban Philadelphia office of CBIZ MHM, LLC focusing on tax strategy and implementing tax planning and advising.
Join them as they talk about The main highlights of CARES Act and how it Provided Important Relief For The Coronavirus Economy.
If you or your or...
2020-04-0717 minYPO Networks PodcastEpisode 11: Leadership in a Time of CoronavirusWelcome to the 11th episode of the YPO Networks Podcast!
In this episode, Anne Cheng, the business director of YPO, sits down with Bradford Beldon, the Chief Culture Officer & CEO of Beldon Roofing Company, and Paul Belair, the chairperson of YPO's Construction Industry Network and president of 10X CEO Coaching, as they talk about leadership strategies amidst the Covid-19 pandemic.
If you or your organization would like to be featured in our Podcast, please write to me at acheng@ypo.org.
2020-03-2317 minYPO Networks PodcastEpisode 10: Coronavirus Response Planning for Construction FirmsWelcome to the 10th episode of the YPO Networks Podcast!
In this episode, Anne Cheng sits down with Rob Strobel.
Rob grew up in a small town in southern Indiana. After high school he joined the Armed Service, as an Infantry Soldier in the Army and served during Desert Storm. He graduated from Earlham College, where he played football and received his bachelor’s degree in economics and management.
Rob started his career in sporting goods, where he was part of a team that developed a Multi Location and Team Sales Strategy for th...
2020-03-2013 minYPO Networks PodcastEpisode 9: Praise Behaviors, not Results - Workforce Engagement with Mark BreslinWelcome to the 9th episode of the YPO Networks Podcast!
In this episode, Anne Cheng sits down with Mark Breslin.
Mark Breslin is an author, speaker, CEO and influencer inspiring change for workplace success across all levels of business. Mark has improved leadership, accountability, innovation and engagement for organizations and individuals. He has spoken to more than 400,000 people and has sold hundreds of thousands of his books on leadership and workplace culture.
If you or your organization would like to be featured in our Podcast, please write to me at acheng@ypo.org.
2020-03-1009 minYPO Networks PodcastEpisode 8: The History of YPO with Tom HickokWelcome to the 8th episode of the YPO Networks Podcast!
In this episode, Anne Cheng sits down with Tom Hickok, son of YPO Founder, Ray Hickok and talk about the history of YPO.
If you or your organization would like to be featured in our Podcast, please write to me at acheng@ypo.org.
2020-02-1615 minYPO Networks PodcastEpisode 7: Ethics, Principles, and Compliance with Andy FastowAndy Fastow spoke at the Construction Industry Network Roundtable in February 2019. Andy invested in KeenCorp, a technology company that helps you understand your organization in real time, helping you to act faster, and be more successful. To find out more, visit keencorp.com and request a demo.
If you or your organization would like to be featured in our Podcast, please write to me at acheng@ypo.org.
2020-02-0312 minYPO Networks PodcastEpisode 6: The Journey and Growth of Ruth GelbandRuth Gelband is CEO of SH Formas Andaimes, which focuses on formwork and scaffolding in the construction industry in Brazil. A long-time member of YPO Rio de Janeiro, Ruth is married with four kids while running her business in the growth market of Brazil. Today, Pedro Penna, our Construction Industry Network Regional Board Champion for Latin America sits with Ruth and talks about her journey, growth in Brazil, and contributing to global impact. Sit back and listen to YPO Networks Podcast’s first Portuguese podcast episode.
If you or your company would like to be featured for a...
2020-01-1909 minYPO Networks PodcastEpisode 5: The Spiritual CEOErick Thürmer is the co-founder of TwentySeven and CEO of Thürmer Tools, the Danish company that patented the design of thread cutting tools and has produced specialized tools for more than a century. As you enter the lobby of his office and see his portrait as the fourth generation of Thürmer leadership, you could assume that Erick is the stuffy and traditional type of CEO. You’d be wrong.
2019-12-2811 minYPO Networks PodcastEpisode 4: Getting ex-Offenders to Success with YPOThe #ConstructionIndustryNetwork at YPO is piloting a first of its kind Talent Re-Entry Program – to help ex-offenders succeed in their new construction industry careers! Through this pilot, we hope to place graduates of Vocational Village with the Michigan Department of Corrections at YPO member-led organizations. Our graduates will be accredited with state accreditation for vocations such as masonry, carpentry, CNC machining, and truck driving. They will be provided with a six-month performance bond, to ensure success. To find out more about how #YPOCIN is investing in impact, write to me (acheng@ypo.org)!
2019-12-1212 minYPO Networks PodcastEpisode 3: Autonomy and Its Impact On Our WorldIn this episode, Anne Cheng talks to Larry Burns! Larry served as General Motors Corporate Vice President of Research & Development and Planning from 1998-2009. Between 2010 and 2016, Larry was Professor of Engineering Practice at the University of Michigan, Director of the Program for Sustainable Mobility at Columbia University, and an advisor to several major companies.
2019-11-2914 minYPO Networks PodcastEpisode 2: The Construction Industry Network’s Apprenticeship ProgramIn this episode, Anne Cheng talks to Emily Loi! Emily Loi is a first year civil engineering undergraduate, and connected to YPO through her father, Michael Lois. She wanted to apprentice at a construction site and not as an intern, where she would be desk bound. She landed up being connected to me through the YNG+ (YPO Next Generation Plus) program and quickly sent in her profile to be set up as an apprentice. Through the program, we placed her in Poland, where she now works on the construction of a 202 meter skyscraper, an opportunity unparalleled to most first...
2019-11-2909 minYPO Networks PodcastEpisode 1: Insights with KaterraWelcome to the YPO Networks Podcast hosted by Anne Cheng!
In this episode, Anne talks to Steve Weilbach, Head of Sales for Katerra.
2019-11-1813 min
Greg Albrecht Podcast#87 Wiktor Schmidt – Netguru: od kodowania dla drobnych klientów do prowadzenia 600-osobowego zespołuWiktor Schmidt – Executive Chairman i współzałożyciel Netguru, firmy oferującej usługi doradztwa, tworzenia oprogramowania oraz projektowania produktów cyfrowych. Wiktor reprezentuje Netguru w mediach i na wydarzeniach branżowych oraz współprowadzi kluczowe inicjatywy, takie jak wspieranie różnorodności w firmie i wdrażanie strategii zrównoważonego rozwoju. Pod jego kierownictwem Netguru stało się jedną z najszybciej rozwijających się firm w Europie, wyróżnioną m.in. przez Financial Times, Deloitte i Forbes. Obecnie firma ma na koncie ponad 600 ukończonych projektów i zatrudnia ponad 600 osób pracujących zdalnie lub w jednym z dziewię...
2019-11-041h 19
INspired INsider Podcast[One Question] Setting a Good Example and Enduring Difficulty with Sean Magennis President and COO Of YPOSean Magennis is the President and COO of YPO (formerly Young Presidents' Organization) - a global community of chief executives dedicated to becoming Better Leaders. The YPO platform has more than 27,000 members in more than 138 countries. YPO is arguably one of the most powerful groups in the world, to qualify a member has to have at least 10 million dollars in annual sales. Sean began his career in South Africa at one of the country's largest producers of agricultural chemicals. He also founded an Organizational Development Consulting business and Executive Search business. Currently, Seah is an advisor of two companies...
2019-10-2222 min
Modrn BusinessShane Evans, Co Founder & President of Massage HeightsShane Evans is one of our good friends in franchising and we are pumped to finally sit down and host her on the podcast. She is to Co Founder and President of Massage Heights, which is a membership based massage and facial franchise with 150 locations open across the US and Canada and over 300 units in development.
We enjoyed this chat which started with a short discussion on San Antonio and her local involvement in YPO as chapter chair. **Fun Fact: San Antonio is the 7th largest city in the USA**
Other topics we dove in to on this episode:
-Franchising...
2019-08-0131 min
Chico Chamber PodcastEp 31 – YPO – HaBO – Michael and Kathryn Redman
Kathryn & Michael Redman, owners of local business Half a Bubble Out & HABO Village were recent guest speakers at the May Chico Chamber YPO Leadership Luncheon.
According to Kathryn and Michael, the primary job of any leader is to Empower & Protect.
Empower – giving your staff everything they need to be successful.
Protect – making sure there are no adverse influences from the inside or outside to keep your people from being successful.
Listen in for more as they also engage our YP’s in a conversation about passion and provision.
The post Ep 31 – YPO – HaBO – Michael and Kat...
2019-05-3143 min
Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#23 It’s Always About the People w/ Scott Mordell, CEO of Ypo Global"If we're going to be better tomorrow we've got to start opening ourselves to different thoughts in the most humble way we can." - Scott Mordell
I'm so excited to get my buddy Scott Mordell in front of my listeners.
Scott's an amazing guy. He's a leader of leaders. Starting out in the accounting world going to school for accounting in Michigan. Becoming an accountant at a big firm, and then having the opportunity to go to work for an entrepreneur organization like the Duchess group, being mentored by, just two great guys a father-son, te...
2019-05-291h 23
Second in Command: The Chief Behind the Chief with Cameron HeroldEp. 40 - YPO President & COO, Sean MagennisWhen entering a new initiative, everyone wonders whether it's going to be a good initiative or not. Sean Magennis has been playing this kind of role where he's primarily involved in running nonprofits or businesses other than his own for a long time. Sean Magennis is the President and COO of YPO, a global community […]Resources:Subscribe, Rate & ReviewI'd love you to subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage others to listen and grow as a community.YouTube - Second In Command Podcast - https://www...
2019-01-1153 min
ROAR to Win!Episode 10 - Tap Into Your Creative Spark - Dr Elsbeth MeuthDr. Elsbeth Meuth has assisted thousands of women and men in tapping into their creative spark to create deeper fulfillment in their lives and relationships. She is featured on Showtime’s documentary series Sexual Healing and the Emmy Award-winning NBC show Starting Over, best-selling author of Sexual Enlightenment endorsed by world-renowned Spiritual Pioneer Dr. Michael Beckwith, and the co-founder of TantraNova Institute in Chicago. She has coached billionaires, innovators and power couples all over the world, shared her intimacy secrets at a global YPO (Young Presidents Organization) conference in the city of Paris, and got nominated as Changemaker at...
2018-12-0754 minThe EO Business PodcastEp 3: Marc Levin talks about his involvement with EO today and growing up with a YPO dadMarc grew up in South Africa and was exposed to the YPO / EO worlds from an early age. He and his brother run a mid-market office furniture business and both joined EO the moment their business JasonL hit the $1 million turnover mark several years back.--------------------ABOUT EO Entrepreneur's Organization (EO) is a global business network of 18,000 + influential business owners in over 220 chapters across 76 countries. We offer world-class events that encompass engaging entrepreneur and business stories, skills-specific workshops, and exciting social gatherings.Our mission is to drive both business and personal...
2018-11-1223 min