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.

Scams targeting businesses are rising rapidly, and technology is changing the game. Host Dr. Shanda Gore sits down with Mr. Lane Montz, President and CEO of the BBB of Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan to discuss the growing threats facing businesses today... from online fraud and social media scams to AI voice cloning and digital impersonation.  

This episode is sponsored by Ambrosia’s Automotive and Shannon Roof: PSA & HSE: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Koehler Realty.

Are you building trust—or expecting it? Host Dr. Shanda Gore is joined by Steve Watkins, Reporter for Investor's Business Daily, to talk about the impact of trust in today’s workplace. Fresh off his latest article featuring Dr. Gore, this conversation goes deeper into how trust shapes culture, drives results, and defines leadership success.

This episode is sponsored by Ambrosia’s Automotive and Shannon Roof: PSA & HSE: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Koehler Realty.

What does it take to build an award-winning business community?

Host Dr. Shanda Gore sits down with Tiffany Bosch, President and CEO of the Sylvania Chamber of Commerce, to discuss how the chamber earned the 2025 Outstanding Chamber of the Year Award in Ohio. Hear about the evolving role of chambers of commerce and how they’re helping to build a thriving business community.  

This episode is sponsored by Ambrosia’s Automotive and Shannon Roof: PSA & HSE: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Koehler Realty.

Purpose-driven leadership isn’t just about vision, it’s about impact. Host Dr. Shanda Gore speaks with Dr. Marvin Whitfield, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Ohio, about how mentorship is helping shape future leaders and strengthen communities. 

This episode is sponsored by Ambrosia’s Automotive and Shannon Roof: PSA & HSE: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Koehler Realty.

What does it take to lead one of the top museums in the country? Host Dr. Shanda Gore sits down with Dr. Adam Levine, the Edward Drummond and Florence Scott Libbey President, Director and CEO of the Toledo Museum of Art. He shares insights on leading a top-ranked institution, fostering culture building, and strategically preparing organizations for a rapidly evolving future. 

This episode sponsored by Ambrosia's Automotive and Shannon Roof: PSA & HSE: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Koehler Realty.

What does it mean to be brilliant, busy, and blessed?

Dr. Shanda Gore sits down with Ms. Renata Jordan— retired military veteran, author, and actress in Tyler Perry’s, The Six Triple Eight. She shares how service, discipline, and purpose shaped her journey from the military to the screen. 

This episode is sponsored by Ambrosia’s Automotive and Principal Real Estate Advisor and Agent Development Coach Shannon Roof.

Workplaces are changing– fast. In today’s PinLeader Podcast, Host Dr. Shanda Gore speaks with Ms. Heather Mallette, President of the Northwest Ohio Human Resources Association to break down how strategic HR is driving better culture, stronger teams, and more proactive leadership.

This episode is sponsored by Ambrosia’s Automotive and Principal Real Estate Advisor and Agent Development Coach Shannon Roof.

What does it take to lead through growth? Host Dr. Shanda Gore sits down with Jeff Jackson, President & CEO of WesBanco, to discuss how leaders can prepare for growth, maintain culture across teams, and stay aligned through change. They also explore the future of AI in financial services and key leadership lessons from the top.  

This episode is sponsored by Ambrosia’s Automotive and Principal Real Estate Advisor and Agent Development Coach Shannon Roof.