Innovative Leadership

Leadership and sales executive Dana Jenkins joins the show to discuss navigating change, the necessity of self-awareness, and how she dealt with the greatest challenge of her career.

Jim Kercheval, Executive Director at The Greater Hagerstown Committee, joins the show to discuss his small business origin story, how young people are navigating today's job and housing markets, and the continued growth of Hagerstown.

Ryan and Steph kick off 2025 with a discussion about goal-setting, common traits among their podcast guests, and what to expect from the show in the year ahead.

Jessica Green, Executive Director at The Maryland Theatre, joins the show to discuss the unique attributes of an independent non-profit, balancing art with operations, and the revitalization of downtown Hagerstown.

Innovative business development specialist Brad Weber joins Ryan and Steph to bring a new employee's perspective to the podcast. They talk about learning the language of EOS and technology, how honesty contributes to a healthy culture, and the advantages of getting outside your comfort zone.

Regional manager at PREIT Reality, LLC, Julie Rohm, joins the show to talk about her unexpected career opportunities, why she views the mall as a type of community center, and her creative and unconventional methods when closing deals.

CNB Bank mortgage banker and Shepherd University assistant defensive line coach, Jacob Menard, joins the show to discuss the similarities between football & business, what it's like to work with his father, and responding to both successes and failures.

Andrew Sargent, Senior Business Development Representative at the Maryland Department of Commerce, joins Ryan and Steph to discuss the variety of jobs he took early in his career, the crucial characteristic of adaptability, and his positive outlook for the region.

Chief Operating Officer at Visionary Eye Doctors, Kara Vittetoe, joins the show to discuss what drew her to the healthcare industry, how she works to ensure everyone on the team feels heard and valued, and the perception of a problem vs. the problem itself.

Marketing Coordinator at CNB Bank, Mary-Jane Bowyer sits down with Ryan and Steph to talk about her journey from art to banking, finding true happiness in your work, and the importance of addressing workplace issues before they worsen.