Building Great Leaders

Katie Hunt, the IT Director of Business Systems at APi Group offers listeners her incredible story. Hunt dicusses the importance optimizing processes and seeing improvement in the IT Field. She also shares her focus on honest leadership and the power of providing and receiving thoughtful feedback. Outside of the office, Katie is just as involved and successful as she is inside of it. Hunt is defending her championship title in Skeet Shooting this year. She tells listeners some of the most important lessons her sport has been able to teach her, including the fact that failure is okay, and it does not take away from your previous accomplishments.

Jimmy Rachal, a Superintendent and Project Manager at Western States Fire Protection, reflects on his 22 years in the life safety industry. Jimmy shares with listeners some of his most memorable projects and his overall experience in the field. He talks about being resilient in the face of adversity, raising children, and prioritizing mental health in both his work life and home life. Finally, Jimmy opens up about his own practices that allow him to be a life-long learner and some of the leadership lessons he has learned throughout career.

Ryan Spinti, the Cyber Security Director at APi Group, shares insights on far more than online safety. Ryan describes own journey from being the target of bullies, to hanging out with the wrong crowd, to finding himself, both personally and professionally. Listeners hear about ways to ensure their online presence is secure, and about how to act as an approachable, positive leader, even in a field where that is rare. Finally, Ryan discusses how APi's resources have impacted his own life.

Travis Sticka, the Vice President of Western States Fire Protection, discusses the immense changes he has adapted to throughout his career and what he has learned from those experiences. From an autobody shop to a corporate office, Travis shares his main leadership takeaways from his sixteen years in the business. Plus, he talks about development opportunities at Western States Fire Protection that he was instrumental in creating.

Kevin Krumm, the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at APi Group, shares his personal story of growing up on a farm and his professional journey to a career in Finance. Kevin discusses a time when he received critical feedback and had to take a step back and learn from his own mistakes. He learned the importance of establishing trust and genuine human connections in a work space. Finally, Kevin describes the path to APi Group and transitioning into his role as CFO.

How do you make yourself known to the people around you? Brendan McNulty, the Vice President of Europe Chubb Fire and Security Group, has a hands-on approach to leadership. In his episode, McNulty shares his most powerful leadership lessons and discusses his use of communication and fun to ensure Chubb's success. He emphasizes the importance of getting involved and the power of holding firm in one's expectations.

Mr. Lee Anderson, the former owner of APi Group, dives into the history of the organization and his own personal journey to building a successful company. He discusses his upbringing, family life, and experiences preceding his time at APi Group. Listeners will be inspired by his leadership journey and his humility as he attributes luck's role in his business endeavors. Mr. Anderson answers longstanding questions and shares valuable wisdom about honorable leadership, relationships, and life at large.

Annie Wernert, the Regional Controller at Davis - Ulmer and U.S.A. Fire Protection, shares her story about searching for a job where she wanted to stay long term. She dives into the power of giving compliments, being vulnerable, self-deprecating humor, and creating fun. She offers listeners information on the upcoming Women's Summit, emphasizes the importance of constantly pursuing new learning, and discusses her experiences with some of the enrichment programs offered at APi Group.

Tony Lucia, the president of Tenet, transitioned from professional hockey to APi Group and shares what he as learned along the way. Tony talks about the many forms leadership can take and emphasizes the importance of asking good questions. He also discusses the art of balance, specifically in relation to his growing family. Plus, he hares his experiences with the programs and resources offered at APi Group.

Ellen Meyer, APi Group's Deputy General Counsel, discusses a overcoming a life-altering struggle with insomnia. She dives into the importance of being vulnerable and how that, in turn, creates a safe space for others to do the same. Ellen shares how she has tried to create a positive culture between APi Group's companies and the legal team on board and offers insights into her own professional journey through law school and beyond.