Coffee & Change

On this episode I have a conversation with Shane Metcalf, Chief Culture Officer and Co-Founder of 15Five. Shane is a popular keynote speaker and a fellow creator, hosting the Best-Self Management Podcast. This was a conversation I didn't know I needed as much as I did, and came away feeling rejuvenated and reinvigorated by our ability to trust the change.

On this episode I interview Sophia Way, a fellow graduate of The Johns Hopkins University. Sophia graduated with a degree in Public Health in 2019 and shares her perspective on the importance of mind body health and mental well being during these trying times.

On this episode I interview James "Jay" Guilford, a man who actually ran away with the circus. Jay shares his lessons, insights and stories from his days of leading training and leadership development with Cirque du Soleil.

Jay strives to improve the way managers lead and team members interact. By doing so, he hopes to build a world where work is not just a means to an end, but a source of inspiration, transformation, and interpersonal growth.

Learn more about Jay at: https://www.coworkslead.com/team

Enjoy this inspirational conversation.

On Episode 36, I interview Dr. Michael Page who has over 30 years of experience in a variety of professional, academic, clinical, & surgical settings. His unique fusion of experience provides the background & setting for discussion & training, deeply rooted in the fundamental & critical aspects of leadership, workplace, & professional relationships. We talk about the importance of seeking self-awareness amidst a sea of change.

On Episode 34 I speak with Daniel Blue, Founder and President of Quest Education. Quest teaches financial education to Americans to help them understand how to save for the future, protect their assets, save money on taxes, get the funding they need, and eliminate debt.

Daniel and his team aim to empower people with resources and education to maximize control over their money and to provide clients with world-class service.

Daniel shared a powerful story of origin for his business as well as what it means to build a team that is focused on "quickly utilizing everyone's talents to welcome and assist you."

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On Episode 33, I meet with a panel of parents who are navigating change as parents and educators during the global pandemic. They share their heartfelt, emotional and insightful stories, insights and perspective as educators, spouses, parents and citizens.

Special Thanks to Kevin, Jenna, Lauren and Janice!

On Episode 32, we talk with change experts and wonder mama, Kacie Linegar. Kacie is a full time working professional providing project management advisory and consulting services to Fortune 500 companies. She is a wife, business owner, and mother to three gorgeous daughters (ages 8 and 6 (identical twins)). She is an avid equestrian, and loves running, her two dogs, and reading on the back porch. Whenever possible, she enjoys escaping for long weekends “glamping” in the Texas Hill Country with her family.

Kacie is the Founder of WonderMama and the President of CK2 Consulting.

For more information and to reach out to Kacie point your browser to:

WonderMama.life

Enjoy the discussion!

On Episode 31 I meet with Chris Marshall, Founder and CEO of CMAC, a virtual GPS for Alumni Relations. We talk about leading change in higher education advancement and alumni engagement in a digital first world amidst the COVID-19 crisis.

Learn more and connect with Chris at: https://www.cmac.me/

On Episode 30, I interview Meg Samaniego, Susan Abelein, and Leslie De Leonardis, three lifelong educators who share their perspectives as leaders in Catholic Education navigating the COVID-19 crisis and its impacts on families, students, teachers, principals, and parishes.

Meg Samaniego is the Director of Onward Leaders: https://www.onwardleaders.org/

Susan Abelien is an Education Consultant and Coach: linkedin.com/in/susan-abelein-ph-d-552858b

Leslie De Leonardis is the Director of STEM Schools Los Angeles:

https://www.stemschoolsla.org/

On this episode, I connect with Ben Dueck, the founder of Cantera Leadership. Ben is focused on helping others increase their leadership capacity in times of change. Ben is passionate about developing leaders and helping them maximize their effectiveness amidst times of uncertainty. Ben is a certified Gallup CliftonStrengths Coach and has facilitated numerous workshops and enjoys helping others transform themselves through change.