In this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Lloyd Winnecke, CEO of E-REP (Evansville Regional Economic Partnership). Lloyd previously served as Mayor of Evansville for twelve years, vice president and marketing director for Fifth Third Bank, and News Director for WEHT-TV News 25. In recognition of his accomplishments and contributions, he will be inducted into the Junior Achievement Regional Hall of Fame in May 2024. Tad and Lloyd discuss his approach to leadership as mayor, his accomplishments in office, and plans for his new role as E-REP CEO.

In this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Steven Emch, President of the Orr Fellowship. "Orr Fellowship's mission is to recruit and develop the next generation of business leaders and entrepreneurs." We recently announced that Orr Fellowship would expand into the Evansville region, and the first class of fellows will be placed at area businesses in June 2025. This highly selective post-undergraduate fellowship is dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing talent. Fellows are placed in a job and provided extensive training, executive support, civic involvement, and networking and social opportunities. Steven previously worked at the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, Lessonly, and a family business. Tad and Steven discuss the Orr Fellowship Evansville Region expansion, how the fellowship develops leaders, and how we can attract and retain talent in Indiana.

In this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Savannah Wood, CEO of ECHO Housing & Community Development. Before coming to ECHO Housing, Savannah served in the Army for six years and was deployed for three years. Tad and Savannah discuss ECHO Housing's permanent and supportive housing, veterans programs, and community development work. In addition, they discuss her military experience, leadership styles, moving into a leadership role during a challenging time, and ECHO's recent rebranding effort.

In this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Dr. James MacLeod, Chair and Professor of History at the University of Evansville. James is the author of "Evansville in World War II" and "Lost Evansville," and he has also been widely published as a cartoonist. Tad and James discuss leadership from his perspective as a historian, characteristics of effective leaders, and how local leaders have influenced the Evansville area.

In this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Bob Jones, retired Chairman and CEO at Old National Bank. Bob continues to be incredibly engaged in the community and currently is Board Chair for the University of Evansville and Co-Chair of the Transition Team for newly elected Evansville Mayor Stephanie Terry. Tad and Bob discuss his approach to leadership, company culture, succession planning, civic engagement, and higher education.

In this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Dr. Daryl Hagan, Interim Director for the Institute for the Transformation of Catholic Education and Director of Catholic School Accreditation at the Catholic University of America. Based in Evansville, Indiana, Daryl previously served as Superintendent of Schools for the Catholic Diocese of Evansville and has been a principal and teacher. Daryl is the author of "Communion and Community - 46 Ways to Engage Catholic School Faculty and Staff During the School Year". Tad and Daryl discuss his new book, the differences between employee satisfaction and engagement, his research on building teams, and the characteristics of effective meetings.

In this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Sean Georges, a Marine veteran, attorney, retired Shoe Carnival executive, and current Executive Director of the Evansville Wartime Museum. Sean is the co-author of "On Mission: Your Journey to Authentic Leadership" and provides leadership coaching, speaking, and training services. Tad and Sean discuss servant leadership, how leaders can serve in their best and highest role, lessons learned from military service, and the differences and similarities between corporate and nonprofit leadership.

In this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Amy Mangold, President of the United Way of Southwestern Indiana. Amy is recognizable to many in the Evansville region as a former TV news personality, and she also has previous nonprofit development, marketing, and communications experience. Tad and Amy discuss the importance of focusing on mission, navigating major changes, and succession planning.

In this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Randy Hobson, Owner of Pangea Kitchen, Pangea Pizzeria, and 2nd Language Ramen. Randy is a former Berry Plastics executive who retired early to pursue his dream of high-quality restaurants in Evansville. Tad and Randy discuss developing employees, transitioning from a large corporation to a small, locally-owned business, influencing food culture, and the restaurant operator's challenges.

In this Leadership & Strategy podcast episode, Tad interviews Matthew Nix, President of Nix Companies, a fifth-generation family business headquartered in Poseyville, Indiana. Matthew shares how he has grown the business 100X under his leadership and focused on creating a culture that attracts and retains employees. Tad and Matthew also discuss the unique aspects of leading a family business.