In this episode of The Leader Lounge, Professor Benedict joins as a guest. He discusses his background, starting from growing up in Cincinnati to attending Ohio University and working in Chicago. After facing both success and challenges as an entrepreneur, he transitioned into teaching at OU and became the director of the Center for Entrepreneurship. Professor Benedict emphasizes the importance of skills like perseverance, effective communication, and assembling the right team in entrepreneurship, along with finding product-market fit and connecting with customers emotionally.

The conversation also touches on the format of the courses he teaches, including collaboration with the MSM program and the diverse mix of students from various programs. Professor Benedict highlights the value of external perspectives and constructive feedback in evaluating entrepreneurial opportunities. Overall, the episode provides insights into Professor Benedict's background, his entrepreneurial journey, and his teaching approach, emphasizing key skills and the importance of understanding customer needs.

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Check out the Robert D. Walter Center for Strategic Leadership program here.

OnBrand Podcast Studios produced this episode. Special thanks to Audio Engineer Alex Winnenberg, Producer Nick Winnenberg, and Marketing Specialist Cori Stokes.

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In this episode of The Leader Lounge at Ohio University Dr. Jen Traxler shares her background, starting with her experience at Whirlpool Corporation and later at Marathon Petroleum, where she focused on talent and leadership development. She also highlights her passion for helping young professionals transition into leadership roles. As the Executive Director of the Robert D. Walter Center for Strategic Leadership (The Walter Center), in OHIO's College of Business, Dr. Traxler is in the business of developing students and young professionals.  The Walter Center, endowed by a gift from Cardinal Health, has the core mission to "develop leaders to who earn leadership by creating value, inspiring others to follow and acting with integrity.”  Dr. Traxler combines her significant industry and talent background to further the impact of students as they embark on their own leadership journeys. 

The Walter Center plays a significant role in the College of Business at OHIO.  It offers cutting-edge programs, curriculum, assessments, mentoring, networking, and executive engagements designed to help students develop into next-generation, servant leaders who are sought after by top companies.

Dr. Traxler emphasizes the value of combining technical skills with leadership capabilities and the importance of understanding analytics in various fields. Overall, Dr. Traxler's journey, her connection to Tim Reynolds (the former Executive Director of the Walter Center), and her passion for leadership development have led her to her fulfilling role at the Walter Center.

For more information about the Ohio University MSM Program, click this link!

Check out the Robert D. Walter Center for Strategic Leadership program here.

OnBrand Podcast Studios produced this episode. Special thanks to Audio Engineer Alex Winnenberg, Producer Nick Winnenberg, and Marketing Specialist Cori Stokes.

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In the inaugural episode of The Leader Lounge, Nick Winnenberg welcomes Dr. Amy Bianco as the guest. Dr. Taylor-Bianco is the director of the Online Master of Science in Management program at Ohio University. She expresses her passion for helping people reach their potential and discusses her unconventional journey from studying anthropology to working on Wall Street. She eventually found her calling in values-based leadership and joined the field of higher education.

The conversation shifts to the creation of the online Master of Science in Management (MSM) program, which aims to fill functional gaps in the job market by offering a combination of specialized knowledge. The incredible program allows students to merge different disciplines, such as human resource management and sales, through three certificates and one degree while engaging in deep personal and professional leadership development. Dr. Amy emphasizes the importance of creating a sense of belonging and connection in the online program, which includes community events, executive coaching, and fireside chats in a comprehensive, exclusive MSM package. 

For more information about the Ohio University MSM Program, click this link!

Check out the Robert D. Walter Center for Strategic Leadership program here.

OnBrand Podcast Studios produced this episode. Special thanks to Audio Engineer Alex Winnenberg, Producer Nick Winnenberg, and Marketing Specialist Cori Stokes.

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