People Alchemy: The Leadership Masterclass

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Luke Peters about strategies for hiring and nurturing top talent to create a dynamic team culture.

Luke Peters (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke--peters/) is an accomplished entrepreneur and the former CEO of NewAir, a company he founded in 2001 and grew from a garage startup to a thriving business with over $600 million in cumulative sales. His journey began in Fountain Valley, California, where he learned the value of hard work while working in his family’s donut shop for just 25 cents an hour. Under Luke's leadership, NewAir achieved significant milestones, including $80 million in sales in a single year and multiple placements on the Inc. 500 list. He successfully pivoted the company from a 100% B2C model to a multi-channel strategy, partnering with major retailers like Home Depot and Amazon. In mid-2021, after 20 years of dedication while retaining 100% of the stock, Luke sold NewAir in a mid-eight-figure deal . Today, he serves as a strategic CEO coach, leveraging his extensive experience to help other entrepreneurs navigate their paths to success. Luke is also a father of six and an avid surfer, embodying a balanced lifestyle that values both family and business. His story exemplifies the power of perseverance and innovation in achieving entrepreneurial success. Check out his new venture Apex CEO: https://www.apexceo.co/

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Cathy Wassenaar and David Berkal about the impact of acquisitions on company culture.

Cathy Wassenaar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathy-wassenaar-9622908b/)

CEO of NCT | CaseWorks Software

David Berkal (https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidberkal/?originalSubdomain=ca) is the CEO of Banyan Software. He is an entrepreneur with experience in operations, M&A, strategy, sales and marketing. His passion for technology and working with small business owners led him to start Banyan Software. After leading growth efforts at VC-backed technology companies and working as a private equity investor, David was CEO at Medicat, the #1 patient health management system in the college market, serving over 4 million students. David is also the founder of Operation Groundswell a social-enterprise with operations in a dozen countries. He holds an MBA from Stanford University and a BA from the University of Toronto. 

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Casey Freeman about the challenges the Gen Z workforce is currently facing.

Casey Freeman (https://www.linkedin.com/in/casey-freeman-/) is Global Sr. Director of Talent Management at WalkMe where she is responsible for the overarching employee lifecycle. Casey’s main focus is on organizational development, succession planning, leadership development, high potentials, and executive coaching. Prior to joining WalkMe, Casey was Sr. Manager of Talent Management at HireRight, a leading global provider of on-demand employment background checks. She holds a master’s degree in Organizational Leadership from the University of Oklahoma as well as a Bachelor’s Degree in marketing from Oklahoma State University. Casey’s focus is on the whole person, bridging connections, and creating better conversations between leaders and teams.

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Maria Kellis about aligning your career with your personal values.

Maria Kellis (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariakellis) is a celebrated strategist, mentor, and business consultant, blending technology and spirituality to help individuals and organizations realize their full potential. With a background in both tech startups and spiritual healing, Maria has forged a unique perspective on merging both worlds, empowering individuals to work in alignment with their values and purpose. Over the years, she has collaborated with various companies, assisting in their growth while ensuring well-being remains a focal point. 

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Karen Ball about the Prosci ADKAR model of change management.

Karen Ball (https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenball26/) is a dynamic and collaborative organizational leader, instructor, and client advisor. She thrives on engaging and energizing individuals in diverse learning environments. She discovered her passion for the discipline of change management in 2006 when she was first introduced to the Prosci ADKAR® Model and knew immediately that it would have a profound impact on the rest of her career.

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Christopher Morrison about four core dimensions of team interaction: communicating, processing, deciding, and executing.

Christopher Morrison is the Co-Founder and CEO of TeamDynamics (www.teamdynamics.io), a pioneering platform designed to enhance modern team collaboration through advanced personality assessments. Under Christopher's leadership, TeamDynamics has emerged as a key tool for optimizing team dynamics and improving workplace efficiency. Before founding TeamDynamics, Christopher served as the Chief Operating Officer at Doma, a fintech startup that he helped grow from a small, five-person pre-product company to an industry leader with over 2,000 employees and $550 million in revenue. His strategic guidance was instrumental in Doma's successful IPO on the New York Stock Exchange. Earlier in his career, Christopher was an Associate Partner at McKinsey & Company, where he honed his expertise in business strategy and organizational development. Christopher resides in San Francisco with his wife, where he continues to innovate in the tech and business sectors.

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jonathan Hunt Glassman and Joshua Lee about digital health innovations in addiction treatment.

Jonathan Hunt Glassman - A healthcare entrepreneur and CEO of Oar Health, an addiction recovery platform that is revolutionizing the way people approach Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) treatment. With over 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry, including strategic leadership roles at Humana, Optum, and Bain & Company, Jonathan combines his expertise with a personal journey of overcoming alcohol addiction to make a meaningful impact in the field of addiction and recovery.

Joshua Lee specializes in medication-assisted treatment of alcohol and opioid use disorders. He conducts clinical trials and treats patients struggling with addiction as a primary care physician. As a Professor at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, he leads the Addiction Medicine Fellowship and conducts research focused on justice and community outcomes. He is ready to explore the intersection of addiction treatment with innovative solutions, and personal and professional growth.

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Ray Grady about best practices in scaling your freelance and contract workforces.

Ray Grady, the CEO of Worksuite, brings over 20 years of experience in scaling high-growth B2B organizations, leading the company in designing and executing Worksuite’s vision, strategic growth plans, and company operations. Prior to joining Worksuite, Ray held several executive positions including CEO of Conexiom and SVP, COO, and GM of B2B Commerce at Salesforce. Previously, Ray was President and COO of CloudCraze, where he led the company through its 2018 acquisition by Salesforce. Ray lives in the Chicago area with his family and in his free time, he likes to play golf (poorly) and wakesurf.

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Scott Clancy about leadership development, talent management, and taking care of your team.

Major General (ret) Clancy (https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-clancy-leader-author-speaker-mentor-coach-3901115a/) served in multiple squadrons of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) in the Canadian Armed Forces as a tactical helicopter pilot. As a Director General on the RCAF staff his responsibilities included all personnel, operations, logistics, infrastructure and strategic planning for the entire RCAF. His last years of service saw him as the Deputy Commander of the Alaskan NORAD Region and finally Director of Operations for all NORAD in Colorado Springs. His 37 years of military experience leading and mentoring multi-faceted teams in the US and Canada have resulted in a book entitled Developing Coaching Leaders. Since retirement from the RCAF, Scott served as a senior mentor on courses delivered to senior officers of the RCAF and is a fellow with the Canadian Global Affairs Institute. He has been featured on CNN Morning, AC 360, CBC News and CTV News. But his greatest achievements are his two boys and being married to the love of his life; Val. 

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Simon T. Bailey about discovering your purpose through resilience in leadership.

Simon T. Bailey is the world’s leading expert in Brilliance. His groundbreaking research, State of Working America Report Thriving in Resilience and Brilliance, solidifies his insights in his 11th book, Resilience@Work: How to Coach Yourself Into a Thriving Future. With Disney Institute as his launchpad, he’s left an indelible mark on 2,400 plus organizations in 54 countries, including American Express, Deloitte, Visa, Signet Jewelers, and Taco Bell. He has made a remarkable impact on 120,000 professionals who’ve experienced his pioneering courses on the LinkedIn Learning platform. He’s also been recognized as Success Magazine’s Top 25, alongside Brené Brown, Tony Robbins, and Oprah Winfrey, as well as being on leadersHum Top 200 Power List. His viral video, released on Goalcast through META, has over 91 million plus views to date. 

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