What can leaders learn from the metal recycling and trading industry? More than you might think. Host Dr. Shanda Gore talks with Mr. Patrick Richardson, a senior trader with Kripke Enterprises, about finding value where others may see waste. He shares how Kripke’s value of “doing what we say” shows up in daily decision-making, why strong relationships can create solutions and opportunities, and how recycling connects to larger conversations around sustainability, strategy, and leadership.  

This episode is sponsored by Hartmann-Bogan Financial Planning and the M&A Culture Building Institute.

What does it really take to succeed in executive leadership? Host Dr. Shanda Gore sits down with Dr. Aparna Joshi, Professor of Management at the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business and a top 2% world scientist according to Stratford University. Hear about the qualities that consistently appear among successful CEOs, why the path to executive leadership may differ for women and men, and how organizational culture shapes long-term success.

This episode is sponsored by Mavillino Custom Homes and the MANE™ Intelligence Network.

What can leaders learn from the game of golf? Golf requires patience, focus, strategy, emotional control, and the ability to recover from setbacks. These same qualities are essential for effective leadership. 

Host Dr. Shanda Gore welcomes golf professional Nick Graf and his father, David Graf, a PGA Master, for a conversation about the power of golf and the lessons it teaches beyond the course.  

This episode is sponsored by Mavillino Custom Homes and the MANE™ Intelligence Network.

What does it mean to lead through service? Host Dr. Shanda Gore sits down with Ms. Candice Harrison, the new President of the Rotary Club of Toledo. From honoring Rotary’s long-standing legacy to building new momentum for the future, this conversation is a great reminder that leadership is not only about influence… It's also about service, purpose, and bringing people together to make a difference.

This episode is sponsored by Mavillino Custom Homes and the MANE™ Intelligence Network.

Many people believe they have a book in them, but knowing where to begin can be the hardest part. Host Dr. Shanda Gore talks with PinLeader™ Press Publishing Associate Ms. Katie Gilliland, who is also the Owner of Finch & Fern Book Co. 

Learn how authors can turn meaningful ideas, leadership lessons, and professional expertise into nonfiction books that can have an impact on leaders who need it.

This episode is sponsored by Mavillino Custom Homes and the MANE™ Intelligence Network.

What can the Great Lakes teach us about success? Host Dr. Shanda Gore sits down with Ms. Kate Fineske, Executive Director of the National Museum of the Great Lakes, to explore how the stories of Great Lakes captains, communities, and innovators continue to offer valuable insights for modern organizations. Hear how resilience, innovation, and recognizing the value of the assets around you can help leaders navigate today's challenges.

This episode is sponsored by Mavillino Custom Homes and the MANE™ Intelligence Network.

What can leaders learn from musicians? More than you might think. Recording musician and producer Mr. Peter Kharchenko joins host Dr. Shanda Gore to explore how improvisation, adaptability, and collaboration shape both music and leadership.  

This episode is sponsored by Mavillino Custom Homes and the MANE™ Intelligence Network.

What if your business card could talk? Host Dr. Shanda Gore sits down with Pharmacist and Entrepreneur, Ms. Kim Newlove, to explore how leaders can use podcasting to build credibility, expand their influence, and create meaningful connections. Ms. Newlove shares her six-step framework for creating a podcast that works as a strong extension of your personal brand.

This episode sponsored by Mavillino Custom Homes and the MANE™ Intelligence Network.

What happens when AI becomes more than a tool and starts acting like a digital assistant or even a member of your team? Host Dr. Shanda Gore talks with Mr. Marc Kramer, Serial Entrepreneur and Senior Lecturer of Entrepreneurship at VinUniversity about the rise of AI agents, the future of business, what workforce members need to do, and the leadership challenges organizations will face as artificial intelligence becomes more integrated into everyday operations.

This episode sponsored by Mavillino Custom Homes and the MANE™ Intelligence Network.

Have you ever faced a circumstance where you wished you were better prepared? Did you put off creating a plan thinking you were doing fine by addressing a situation only when it was right in front of you?  Do you react to circumstances by avoiding or adapting? Catch this short PinPoint Moment with host Dr. Shanda Gore as she provides the different levels of success for those individuals and organizations that plan for circumstances and those that do not.

This episode sponsored by Mavillino Custom Homes and the MANE™ Intelligence Network.