Igniting the CEO Within

In this episode of Igniting the CEO Within, host Mark McFatridge sits down with John Von Thaden, Managing Partner of Industrial Solutions, to explore what truly sets great leaders apart. John shares powerful insights on balancing decisiveness with collaboration, creating clarity of direction, and fostering healthy conflict to drive innovation and execution. He also explains how tools like DISC can strengthen communication, alignment and trust helping leaders build confident, committed teams that execute with purpose.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/

In this episode of Igniting the CEO Within, host Mark McFatridge sits down with Phil Brandt, President and CEO of AAIM Employers' Association, to discuss what truly sets exceptional leaders apart. Phil shares how the most impactful leaders balance a deep care for their people with a strong commitment to organizational success, and he introduces the powerful concept of defining and delivering on a clear leadership promise. Drawing from his own leadership journey, Phil offers practical insights on building a culture of accountability, engagement, and respect that drives both business performance and community impact.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/

In this episode of Igniting the CEO Within, host Mark McFatridge sits down with Sebastian Escobar, executive coach and founder of Resilient Horizon Leadership Coaching, to explore what truly separates great leaders from the rest. Sebastian shares his PEACE framework, a practical clarity operating system designed to help leaders prepare internally, communicate intentionally, cast vision effectively, and execute with calm confidence under pressure. Through actionable tools and personal insights, he emphasizes that sustainable leadership is not about titles or intensity, but about practicing inner clarity and leading with purpose.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/

In this episode of Igniting the CEO Within, host Mark McFatridge sits down with Randy Crabtree, Co-Founder and Partner of Tri-Merit, to discuss the power of putting people first in leadership. Randy shares how embracing vulnerable leadership, admitting mistakes, and truly getting to know your team can unlock greater innovation, trust, and long-term growth. Drawing from his personal journey and the evolution of Tri-Merit, he explains how a mindset shift toward trust and empowerment transformed both his leadership style and his company's success.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/

In this episode of Igniting the CEO Within, host Mark McFatridge welcomes Paya Sample, Executive Coach and CEO of Peak Leaders Collective, to explore what truly sets effective leaders apart. Paya shares how self-awareness, self-trust, and the ability to navigate failure with resilience are foundational traits of strong leadership, along with the courage to practice wise vulnerability. She also discusses how her work at Peak Leaders Collective helps leaders build cultures of trust and belonging that drive both personal growth and organizational success.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/

In this episode of Igniting the CEO Within, host Mark McFatridge interviews Jeff Sesol, CEO and Founder of Pull the Chute, about what separates great leaders from the rest. Jeff emphasizes humility and the ability to make leadership about the team by giving praise, taking responsibility, and adapting communication across generations. He also shares how Pull the Chute helps leaders build new "muscle memory" through coaching and cohort-based development so they can pause, gain clarity, and lead with intention.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/

In this episode of Igniting the CEO Within, host Mark McFatridge sits down with Kristi Broom, Co-Founder of Talent Rewire, to discuss how AI is reshaping the workplace and redefining leadership. Kristi shares why human-first leadership, rooted in empathy and purposeful coaching, will become even more critical as automation increases and AI takes on more transactional work. She also explains how Talent Rewire helps organizations strategically integrate AI, redesign roles, and upskill employees to thrive in the workforce of the future.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/

In this episode of Igniting the CEO Within, host Mark McFatridge sits down with Brian Gorman, Co-Founder and Lead Profit Strategist of Gadal Strategies, to explore what truly separates exceptional leaders from the rest. Brian shares his powerful framework of focus, explaining how leaders tend to operate from fear, pride, or success, and why only a success-focused mindset leads to sustainable growth in business and life. He also discusses profit optimization, strategic stillness, and the importance of aligning personal health and relationships with long-term business success.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/

In this episode of Igniting the CEO Within, host Mark McFatridge interviews Sharon Wingron, CEO and Founder of DevelopPEOPLE, about the key traits that set exceptional leaders apart. Sharon explains why great leaders prioritize their teams over themselves and highlights the importance of self-awareness, continuous growth, and emotional intelligence in effective leadership. She also shares how tools like DISC and targeted coaching can help leaders close performance gaps and build stronger, more people-focused organizations.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/

In this episode of Igniting the CEO Within, Mark McFatridge sits down with Jennie Sutherland, Founder & Strategic Advisor at JennieSuth, to explore why clarity is the cornerstone of exceptional leadership. Jennie explains how aligning around a single North Star, clearly defining roles and decisions, and leveraging real customer insight can eliminate confusion and accelerate momentum. Drawing on her experience across agencies and client organizations, she shares practical strategies to reduce complexity and help teams execute with focus and confidence.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/