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Adam Stark: Building the Future by Connecting Veterans to Careers in Construction
Haley Hoover: Challenging Throwaway Culture in the Baby Industry
Lauren Jefferson: Build Systems, Not Just Better Copy
April Martini: The Courage to Be Fully Known
Pratyush “PK”: How Great Branding Builds Trust Before You Make the Sale
Dr. Angela Dixon: Reframing Your Story After Service
Dr. Noa Gafni: The New Five Forces Every Business Leader Must Understand
Ali Hemyari: The Discipline Behind Extraordinary Success
Alecia Tolver on Identity, Leadership, and Legacy
Jasmin Hurley on Service, Leadership, and Legacy
Jacqueline Lerma: Balancing Business, Family, Faith, and Purpose
Daya Naef: Why the Future of AI Depends on Human Connection
Kody Mills: The Hidden Cost of Misaligned Talent in Organizations
Wendy Paige Sterling: Reconnecting Women Leaders to Intuition and Alignment
Josh Pitts: Building National LED Through Sales Leadership and Grit
Sanja Tomasevic: Leadership, Resilience, and the Rise of Professional Women’s Volleyball
Nicole Vafadari: Balancing Leadership, Family, and Entrepreneurship Without Burnout
J.J. Hollie: Leadership, Service, and Building Strong Business Communities
Joe Stephens: Inside UT McCombs’ Innovative MD/MBA Program in Houston
Julia Davis: Fundraising, Resilience, and Sustainable Leadership
Beau Higgins: Translating Military Leadership into High-Impact Civilian Careers
Kelly Lorenzen: The “Duplicate Yourself” Strategy for Scaling Small Businesses
Garnet Heraman: The Mindset Behind Billion-Dollar Outcomes
Josh Woodruff & Michelle Savage: Translating AI and Cybersecurity Into Plain English for Business
Vijay Pendakur: Building Trust, Resilience, and Clarity in Uncertain Times
Mark Cox: Leadership, Coaching, and What Truly Drives Lasting Change
Scott Hartsfield: From Corporate Leadership to Coaching with Purpose
Joe Bonavolonta: Lessons from 27 Years in the FBI on Risk, Leadership, and Decision Making
Improv, Leadership, and Workplace Joy: Joel Zeff on Creating Engaged Teams
Shane Shaltry: Finding a New Mission Through the Warrior PATHH Program
Jim Barnebee: How to Evaluate, Implement, and Actually Benefit From AI
Young Han: Scaling Companies Without Sacrificing Personal Well-Being
Dale Young: From Tech Executive to Purpose-Driven Leadership Coach
Justine Carino: The Truth About Work-Life Balance for Ambitious Women
Wendi Pannell: Building Execution Discipline with the Business Gym Model
Alese Johnston: How Intentional Relationships Support Health, Purpose, and Longevity
Dana Watkins: Maximizing Business Value Through Strategic Exit Planning
Amanda Banks: Integrity, Influence, and the Future of Human-Centered Leadership
Parker Schaffel: Hard Conversations, Real Accountability, and Better Teams
Carrie Kemper Allen: Protecting Your Legacy—Why Estate Planning Matters More Than You Think
Today’s guest is Carrie Kemper Allen, estate planning and probate attorney and founder of the Law Office of Carrie Kemper Allen. Carrie has been serving families in the Houston and Pearland area for more than 20 years, helping them navigate estate planning, wills, and probate with both expertise and compassion. With a background in business […]
Joshua Berry: How Open Curiosity Creates Better Leaders Than Control Ever Will
Joshua Berry is a world-class facilitator of change. As an author, speaker, entrepreneur, and CEO of Econic, Joshua has spent the last two decades evolving the what, who, and why of Fortune 500 companies and venture-backed startups. Along with his team, Joshua has sparked change in organizations like US Bank, John Deere, Procter & Gamble, […]
Nathan Turner: The Overlooked Real Estate Strategy of Mortgage Notes
Nathan Turner is an experienced mortgage note investor and the founder of Earnest Investing, where he helps investors achieve passive income through the power of note investing. With years of experience in the real estate space, Nathan transitioned from real estate ownership to specializing in mortgage notes, using his expertise to help investors diversify their […]
Madeleine Calcote-Garcia: Connecting Community, Culture, and History at the Fort Bend Museum
Growing up in Houston, Madeleine Calcote-Garcia had access to some of the finest museums in the world. Visiting those venerable institutions as a child had a lasting impact that influenced her professional choices. Today, Madeleine stands out for her ability to build and maintain community relationships. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Art History with […]
Dan Ward: How Detroit Labs Solves Complex Problems with Human-Centered Tech
Dan Ward is Co-Founder and President of Detroit Labs, a digital innovation studio in downtown Detroit. Through the years, Detroit Labs has partnered with clients like GM, Ford, Volkswagen, Jimmy John’s, Domino’s Pizza, Driveway.com, and many others to drive growth through design and technology. Dan has mentored students at Central Michigan University in the New […]
Ryne Johnson: Building a Buffalo Culture Through Servant Leadership
Ryne Johnson is a dynamic business leader and Owner of Spirit Movers, where he has spent more than a decade driving growth, innovation, and operational excellence. Beginning his career with the company as a Cybersecurity Analyst and Project Manager, Ryne quickly rose through the ranks to Vice President & General Manager before ultimately becoming Owner. […]
Andre Ankri: Turning ADHD, AI, and Radical Candor into Leadership Superpowers
Andre Ankri is a visionary entrepreneur and technology strategist with more than a decade of experience spanning construction, security technology, and business development. As Founder and CEO of UTS Group, he leads the integration of advanced technologies and automation to create intelligent, secure, and scalable environments across Canada. In addition to UTS Group, Andre heads […]
Steve Morris: When the Operating System That Built Your Success Stops Working
Steve Morris is an entrepreneurial guide and business coach who helps leaders transform their businesses—and their lives—through clarity, focus, and intentional growth. He began his career designing multi-million-dollar racing yachts and leading elite teams to victory in some of the world’s most demanding yacht races. He later managed a small business and oversaw million-dollar budgets […]
Kevin Ruelas: From Service to Calling — Building AI That Serves Justice
Kevin Ruelas is an experienced international executive known for balancing hands-on leadership with high-level strategic vision. Equally comfortable rolling up his sleeves in operational environments or operating in the boardroom, Kevin brings a results-driven approach to scaling teams, strengthening performance, and charting sustainable growth paths for organizations. With multi-disciplined management experience spanning Professional Services, Business […]
Crystal Tenney: The Subtle Behaviors That Quietly Destroy Trust at Work
Crystal M. Tenney, DBA (Hon.) is a Neuroscience Practitioner, Executive Coach, and Leadership Strategist transforming the way leaders think, communicate, and lead. As Founder and CEO of STRATOVANCE Leadership Intelligence Institute, she brings over 15 years of experience at the intersection of psychology, neuroscience, and emotional intelligence — equipping organizations to develop human-centered leaders who […]
Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer: The Daily Practice That Changes Everything
Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer is a USA Today bestselling author, international speaker, executive coach, and the founder of Bentzen Performance Partners. With more than 30 years of C-suite experience, she guides leaders and organizations through high-impact transformation by blending strategic clarity with deep human insight. At the heart of her work is the belief that people—not […]