In this episode of Show Your Value, I sit down with Melanie Dulbecco, the exceptional CEO of Torani. Melanie’s journey is nothing short of inspiring—she’s transformed a small, family-owned business into a global leader in café flavors, achieving $500 million in sales and expanding to over 50 countries. Her insights into leadership, team culture, and building a company that thrives while staying true to its values are lessons for every entrepreneur.

Key Takeaways:

- Unleashing Potential: Melanie shares how businesses can tap into hidden opportunities by aligning teams with a shared purpose.

- Scaling Culture: She discusses the importance of preserving core values while scaling a team to hundreds of members.

- Transparency Works: We explore the power of sharing financials and teaching financial literacy across all levels of a company.

- Go Slow to Go Fast: Melanie’s approach to deliberate, thoughtful decision-making has fueled Torani’s hyper-growth.

- Shared Success: We dive into how Torani’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is creating wealth and opportunities for every team member.

A Bit About Melanie Dulbecco:
Melanie has led Torani as its first outside CEO for over 20 years, driving an incredible 25% year-over-year revenue growth. Her leadership blends small company agility with big company methodologies to innovate and expand globally. Passionate about strategic visioning, Melanie focuses on creating a business with a strong culture, meaningful partnerships, and “wow” products. Under her guidance, Torani is more than just a company—it’s a place where team members, customers, and partners thrive together.

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In this episode of Show Your Value, I sit down with Mike Beckham, co-founder and CEO of Simple Modern, a global leader in premium drinkware and lifestyle products. Since 2015, Mike has grown Simple Modern into a category leader for Amazon, Target, Walmart, and Sam’s Club, serving over 20 million customers annually and donating at least 10% of profits to nonprofits.

Mike’s entrepreneurial journey spans from leading e-commerce ventures generating over $1 billion in revenue to guiding Simple Modern’s nine-figure success—all with a mission rooted in generosity and impact. A teacher and leader at heart, Mike is also the senior entrepreneur-in-residence at the University of Oklahoma Price College of Business.

What You'll Learn:

- The Secret to Resilient Teams: How a clear mission, values, and purpose can make your team recession-proof.

- Risk vs. Agency: Mike’s framework for trading risks and gaining control as an entrepreneur.

- From $0 to $100M: Key strategies for starting and scaling a business without outside investment.

Mike’s perspective on leadership, giving, and business strategy is both inspiring and actionable. Don’t miss his take on leveraging judgment, embracing struggle, and building a business that thrives in any market condition.

Connect with Mike Beckham:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikebeckhamsm/

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Today I’m revisiting one of the most important concepts I’ve ever applied in my life and businesses: holistic value creation. For most people, “value” often means money—profits, income, and material wealth. But to me, it’s so much more. True value is about creating balance across three dimensions: material, emotional energy, and spiritual (or connectedness).

In this episode, I’ll share how I’ve approached value creation as an entrepreneur, a leader, and a family member. From building and selling 8 companies at industry-leading multiples to helping families strengthen their legacies, the framework of holistic value creation has been a game changer.

Here’s what you’ll hear:

• Why emotional energy is the scarcest and most powerful resource
• How to foster connectedness and relationships in businesses, families, and communities
• Strategies for increasing material stability in businesses and households
• Lessons from my journey—from starting with nothing to building multigenerational wealth

I’ve seen firsthand how applying this model leads to stronger businesses, healthier nonprofits, and thriving families. Whether you’re growing a company, leading a nonprofit, or building a family legacy, I hope these insights inspire you to think differently about how you create value in every area of your life.

Take a moment to reflect: What does holistic value creation look like for you? How can you apply these principles in your decisions, relationships, and daily life?

Let’s dive in and make value creation a way of life.

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I want to tackle an urgent question: What comes after the election? It's not a time to rest, to lean back, or to let others take the wheel. The real work begins now.

I share my thoughts on why value creation behaviors must be relentless—why we cannot afford to stop building, improving, and demanding accountability. Too often, those who rig the game to take value out of the world never rest. Why should we?

Governments should exist to improve the conditions for us to live, work, learn, and play—at a lowering cost. Yet, time after time, we see the opposite. We settle for mediocrity and let distractions like tribalism and name-calling steer us away from what matters: better outcomes for all of us.

This episode is about responsibility, accountability, and shining a light on what's broken. It’s about rejecting the status quo and fighting for progress—not by waiting for leaders to deliver miracles but by holding them to a higher standard.

I’ll walk you through the mindset that’s helped me in business and in life: holistic value creation. From material and emotional value to the critical importance of connectedness, these principles apply not just to entrepreneurship but to our roles as citizens, family members, and community builders.

We’ll talk about uncertainty—why it’s inevitable and why embracing it, rather than fearing it, can propel you forward. From voting to starting a business, from leading a family to shaping a nation, the principles remain the same: always move forward, always create value, and never settle for less.

Whether you’re one person casting a vote or a leader guiding a team, this episode challenges you to step up, stay vigilant, and stay committed to creating net-positive outcomes. One person can make a difference. Let’s talk about how.

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In this episode of Show Your Value, four world-class leaders from previous episodes share their most profound insights and strategies for creating value that lasts. Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, or leader striving to make an impact, this conversation will empower you to think bigger, act intentionally, and leave a legacy of meaningful results.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to cultivate a mindset that drives value and impact.
• Practical strategies for scaling your vision and letting go of limiting habits.
• The role of authentic leadership in creating lasting value.
• Why embracing conflict is key to growth and high-performing teams.
• How to align your purpose with action and build a meaningful legacy.

Featured Guests:

1. Evan Carmichael: Mindset expert and creator, sharing how intentionality and positive energy fuel success.
2. Allison Maslan: Business strategist, diving into the power of thinking bigger and leading with vision.
3. Doug Conant: Leadership expert, revealing the secrets to authentic, results-driven leadership.
4. Steve White: Purpose-driven executive, exploring how to leave a legacy by creating value for others.

Key Takeaways:

• The best way to thank a mentor or teacher is by applying what you’ve learned and making an impact.
• Small, intentional changes lead to long-term, sustainable success.
• Leadership starts with understanding yourself and building on what works for you.
• Creating value means thinking beyond profit—aligning your purpose with action changes everything.

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In this episode, I sit down with Mark Miller, best-selling author, leadership expert, and former VP of High-Performance Leadership at Chick-fil-A. We dive into the genius of balancing results and relationships, a cornerstone of Mark’s leadership philosophy.

Mark shares insights from his latest book, Uncommon Greatness: The Five Fundamentals to Transform Your Leadership. Learn how Chick-fil-A created a leadership culture that blends achieving exceptional results with fostering meaningful relationships. We also discuss the importance of defining leadership, the power of community, and why successful teams thrive on connectedness.

What We Talk About:

• Why the best leaders focus on both results and relationships.
• The evolution of leadership principles at Chick-fil-A.
• How to build a culture where every team member thrives.
• Leadership fundamentals that every organization needs.
  
  

It was an absolute pleasure chatting with Mark and I highly recommend his book Uncommon Greatness.

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Why do so many CEOs fail, even when their teams are hitting all the right goals? In this short episode, I want to break down the biggest reason businesses falter. It’s not enough for everyone to just do their job well—what’s critical is ensuring that every leader understands how the business is designed to create value.

I’ve worked with countless CEOs, and time and time again, I see the same problem. In this video, I explain how the most successful businesses align their leadership around four core areas:

- Business Model
- Strategy
- The Value of Products and Services (as perceived by the customer)
- Culture

These pillars form the foundation of sustainable growth, and I’ll share actionable strategies to coach and “nudge” your leadership team into alignment.

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Today I want to dive into the questions and concerns that are top of mind this election season, including the big one: Are we on the brink of a revolution? After talking to countless business leaders and citizens, I believe the answer is no. While history shows that civilizations can reach tipping points, I’m convinced we’re not there yet. Instead, if we focus on creating net-positive value and hold our government accountable, we can move toward sustainable progress without reaching any dangerous edge.

Through this lens of value creation, I explore the role of each of us in shaping our future. We can’t afford to sit back and expect government leaders to handle everything. It’s our job, every single day, to hold them accountable and demand that they focus on improving conditions for all of us, especially low and middle-income families. Too often, we see them fall short, but that’s where our voices and actions come in. And it goes beyond government—it's also about the role each of us plays in creating value, personally and professionally.

I challenge you to reflect on what’s truly important, and to make sure distractions don’t pull us away from that. I’ll discuss why I believe mainstream media thrives on division and why it’s vital to establish our own filters and perspectives. My hope is that, no matter what happens in the election, we keep pushing forward with the mindset of creating more value and holding the line on what’s right for our communities.

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In this episode of Show Your Value, I'm joined by Willie Pietersen, seasoned business strategist and author, to uncover the principles that drive profitability across all levels of an organization. Tackling the question, "Whose job is it to make money?" Willie breaks down why every team member is responsible for value creation—and how leaders can inspire this mindset.

Through case studies, including Nelson Mandela’s strategic leadership and lessons from the rise and fall of companies like Kodak, Willie shares actionable insights for business owners and leaders focused on increasing revenue and resilience.

What You'll Learn:

- Profit Starts With You – Discover why making money is everyone’s job, and how leaders can engage their teams to think and act like owners, driving bottom-line results.

- Adapt or Die – Learn how unlearning outdated practices and embracing adaptability is critical for business survival in today’s fast-paced market.

- Mastery of Self Is Non-Negotiable – Pietersen explains why personal leadership, grounded in clear values, is the cornerstone of strategic and profitable decision-making.

Listen in for practical strategies to increase your business’s value, boost profitability, and lead with purpose in any market. Value starts with you.

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Today, I'm joined by Jean-Philippe Courtois, a 40-year veteran of Microsoft. Jean-Philippe shares his journey from joining Microsoft France as employee #11 to leading global operations. They discuss the early days of Microsoft as a startup, the launch of Windows 95, and what it takes to lead a company through massive growth.

Jean-Philippe also dives into the importance of positive leadership, how companies can create real value beyond profit, and his new focus on education, entrepreneurship, and tech for good.

What You'll Learn:

- Startup Mentality: Jean-Philippe's stories from the early days at Microsoft show what it was like working in a startup that would go on to change the world.

- Positive Leadership: A key moment in the 90s shaped Jean-Philippe’s approach to leading with trust and empowerment.

- Global Growth: Learn how Microsoft scaled worldwide while managing cultural differences and driving local impact.

- Real Value: Companies need to think beyond profit—focusing on long-term value for society and the environment.

- Life Beyond Microsoft: Jean-Philippe is now focused on helping future leaders through education and positive leadership.

If you want clear insights on leadership, growth, and creating value, this episode is for you. Jean-Philippe shares practical lessons from his decades at Microsoft and offers a new perspective on leadership that goes beyond just making money.

Listen now for a fresh take on business and leadership from one of Microsoft’s key players!

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