In this episode of Founders Future, host Jae Encarnacion welcomes Carol Schultz, the founder and CEO of Vertical Elevation. With over 30 years of experience in leadership coaching and talent development, Carol shares her mission to help businesses build talent-centric organizations that drive retention, engagement, and long-term profitability. The discussion explores her journey from founding Vertical Elevation to writing her bestselling book Powered by People, and how she’s helping companies—especially in tech—align their talent strategies with business outcomes. Carol also provides invaluable insights on leadership blind spots, organizational clarity, and the future of work culture.