CEO: Behind the Scenes

Fear shapes more workplaces than leaders care to admit, and that has consequences for how teams build, collaborate and grow.In this episode of CEO: Behind the Scenes, Rich Sheridan, CEO, Co-Founder and Chief Storyteller at Menlo Innovations, talks about building an environment where people can collaborate closely, learn quickly and take pride in their work.Sheridan explores paired work and the limits of hero-driven culture. He also explains how thoughtful workplace design can lead to stronger teams and better software.Tune in for a revealing discussion on leadership, culture and the pursuit of joyful work.

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Leadership under pressure often comes down to how well the whole team can think and act together. In this episode of CEO: Behind the Scenes, John O’Donnell, President and CEO of Pinnacol Assurance, reflects on how his military experience continues to shape the way he leads and makes decisions in business. Drawing on his time flying attack helicopters in the United States Marine Corps, O’Donnell explains why effective leadership depends less on hierarchy and more on clarity, trust and shared intent. He shares how that mindset translates into business leadership today – creating the conditions for other people to make sound decisions.It’s a practical conversation about teamwork, autonomy and leading without needing to be the smartest person in the room.

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An unsolicited offer can look like a win – until the terms start shifting. In this episode of CEO: Behind the Scenes, Scott Bushkie, Managing Partner and Founder of Cornerstone Business Services, explains what buyers really evaluate when they acquire a business.You’ll learn the signals that drive value – a strong management team, diversified customers, durable margins and clean, predictable cash flow – plus the risks that quietly drag your price down. Watch the episode for a clear view of how buyers think and how to position your business before you ever go to market.

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Janice Price, President and CEO of the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) Governors, has spent decades leading major arts and cultural institutions through moments of disruption and growth. 

In this episode, she explains why the word ‘risk’ gets a bad reputation in leadership – and why embracing calculated risk can unlock opportunity, innovation and career growth.

Price shares lessons from leading through crisis, managing complex nonprofit organizations like high-performing businesses and building authentic relationships with donors and teams alike. 

It’s a candid conversation about resilience, curiosity and why the best leaders don’t try to do everything. 

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Creativity is becoming the ultimate competitive edge in an AI-driven world. As technology transforms every industry, human judgment, empathy and imagination are what set leaders apart.In this episode of CEO: Behind the Scenes, Jason Fox, Chief Academic Officer at Savannah College of Art and Design, explains why the future of work belongs to creative thinkers. Fox shares how applied AI, deep industry partnerships and real-world learning are reshaping how students prepare for evolving careers.If you want a grounded perspective on AI, leadership and what it really takes to stay relevant, this conversation offers clear insight into where work is heading next.

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Karla Congson, CEO and CTO of Agentiiv, believes most professionals spend nearly 30 percent of their time on work they never wanted to do. The real opportunity of AI, she argues, lies in eliminating cognitively numbing tasks so people can focus on what they do best.In this episode of CEO: Behind the Scenes, Congson shares how she built AI digital twins of the top experts inside her organization, giving teams instant access to structured thinking and workflow support. The result was higher engagement, stronger output and teams able to punch above their weight.She explains why leaders must start with people, not technology, and what forward-thinking CEOs should be asking about talent, governance and transformation as AI becomes embedded in everyday work.Watch the full conversation to hear why AI should amplify human talent – and how it can bring joy back to work.

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AI is transforming every industry – but healthcare may be where its impact is most profound.In this episode of CEO: Behind the Scenes, Naveen Jain, Founder and CEO of Viome Life Sciences, explains why advances in data collection, molecular biology and AI have finally converged to make personalized health possible at scale. He unpacks how AI can move healthcare from reactive treatment to proactive prevention – identifying disease years before symptoms appear.Jain outlines what it takes to turn overwhelming data into meaningful insight and why the future of medicine depends on understanding individuals, not averages. This conversation offers leaders a rare look at what’s coming next and what it means to manage health like a system, not a crisis.

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A business collapse. A last-minute wire transfer. A billion-dollar ambition.In this episode of CEO: Behind the Scenes, Mark Moses, Founding Partner and Executive Chairman of CEO Coaching International and bestselling author of Make BIG Happen and Making BIG Happen, explains why thinking bigger is no longer optional – especially in the age of AI.Moses reflects on rebuilding after coming within two days of bankruptcy, the leadership discipline behind scaling to US$1.6 billion in annual revenue and the four traits he sees in CEOs who consistently outperform. He also makes the case that AI readiness is leadership readiness.For leaders facing tough talent decisions, stalled growth or rapid technological change, this conversation reframes what it takes to build a company that wins.

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What does it take to turn a single project into a multibillion-dollar business that’s built to last? In this episode of CEO: Behind the Scenes, Ron Bakir, Founder and CEO of Homecorp, shares the mindset and principles that shaped his journey to lead one of the most impactful property groups in the industry. 

Bakir discusses the power of doing the right thing, building with legacy in mind and creating a culture driven by transparency and continuous improvement. From scaling sustainably to developing communities with real meaning, Bakir reveals how a long-term vision can transform not just companies but the people and places they serve. 

This is a masterclass in leadership, resilience and building success that endures.

 

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AI is transforming every industry – but healthcare may be where its impact is most profound.In this episode of CEO: Behind the Scenes, Naveen Jain, Founder and CEO of Viome Life Sciences, explains why advances in data collection, molecular biology and AI have finally converged to make personalized health possible at scale. He unpacks how AI can move healthcare from reactive treatment to proactive prevention – identifying disease years before symptoms appear.Jain outlines what it takes to turn overwhelming data into meaningful insight and why the future of medicine depends on understanding individuals, not averages. This conversation offers leaders a rare look at what’s coming next and what it means to manage health like a system, not a crisis.

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