Innovative Leadership

President & CEO of WLR Automotive Group, Randy Simpson, joins the show to talk about the origins of his business, his big plans for leveraging artificial intelligence, and surviving and evolving during the pandemic.

President & CEO of Meritus Health Inc, Maulik Joshi, Dr.P.H., joins Ryan and Steph to discuss navigating the pandemic, facilitating cohesive teamwork, and non-linear career trajectories.

Innovative's Service Delivery Manager, Michael McAndrew, joins the show to tell the story of how he went from a deckhand to an IT leader, the balancing act of a laid-back leadership style, and why culture can't be taken for granted.

General manager of the Hagerstown Flying Boxcars, David Blenckstone, joins the podcast to talk about how the Flying Boxcars' first season is going, his history with Minor League baseball, and his takeaways from working in education.

Strategic consultant, realtor, and entrepreneur Tereance Moore joins the show to discuss what inspired his big career change, how small businesses and large corporations are similar, and what made Leadership Washington County a life-changing experience for him.

Ryan and Steph take some time to celebrate one year of Innovative Leadership, and look back at the first half of 2024 to discuss the recurring podcast themes of artificial intelligence and generational differences.

CEO and Founder of Blair Advisory, LLC, Andrew Blair, joins Ryan and Steph to discuss working somewhere new after almost 40 years with the same company, putting people above ego, and maintaining culture in a world of hybrid work.

Innovative sales support manager Lauren Rappaport joins the podcast to discuss the complex nature of joining the family business, leading a fully remote team, and the intersection of art and artificial intelligence.

Entrepreneur, author, business strategist, and expert EOS Implementer®, Jonathan B. Smith, sits down with Ryan and Steph at his office in New York City to discuss his origins with EOS, "tactical empathy," and how he approaches tough conversations with business leaders.

Director of Cybersecurity and Aerospace at the Maryland Department of Commerce, Kimberly Mentzell, joins Ryan and Steph to discuss how businesses are feeling the AI surge, what she's learned from being an educator, and how different generations are embracing technology in their own way.