This week on The Brodie Blueprint, I’m joined by Dr. Christy Mathews, a leader in higher education admissions, retention, and student success strategy.

With nearly two decades in the field—and fresh off earning her Ph.D.—Christy shares her journey through student services, leadership, and building systems that actually work for students.

🎓 We talk about:

• The truth behind college admissions and recruitment

• Why student retention matters more than ever

• Leading with empathy and data in higher ed

• Her thoughts on remote vs. in-person campus culture

• What young professionals can learn from student-focused leadership

Whether you’re a current student, higher ed professional, or just passionate about creating better learning environments, this episode brings real insight and heart.

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In this episode of The Brodie Blueprint, I sit down with Christopher Garrand, Chief Financial Officer at Quality Carriers, to explore what it takes to lead with clarity, strategy, and adaptability in a high-stakes financial world.

With 30+ years of experience in global finance, P&L leadership, and operational turnaround—Christopher shares how he's led billion-dollar portfolios and built winning teams across industries. But that’s not all… we also talk about his creative side as a sci-fi author and how storytelling fuels his leadership style.

💼 We cover:

• The mindset of a successful CFO

• Key lessons from managing multi-billion-dollar business units

• Leadership through challenge and change

• Balancing analytical thinking with creativity

• Advice for young professionals entering finance or business

📺 This episode blends strategy, storytelling, and personal growth. A must-watch for students, early professionals, and anyone aiming to lead with purpose.

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In this powerful episode, I sit down with Derek Stewart—entrepreneur, speaker, and ultra-endurance athlete—to explore what it really means to unlock your potential.

With over 45 years of experience in financial services, Derek founded and sold Strategic Asset Managers Ltd, launched The Performance Academy, and continues to inspire teams and individuals with his mantra: “We are all capable of so much more.”

We cover:
✅ Lessons from scaling a financial firm and selling it
✅ The mindset behind extreme endurance races (205 miles nonstop!)
✅ How sports and business intersect in leadership and resilience
✅ What most people get wrong about financial planning
✅ And his upcoming book “What’s Your Number?”

This episode blends business insight, personal development, and high-performance mindset—all from someone who's lived it at every level.

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In this episode, I sit down with Eric Ford, former Senior Director of Sales at Skullcandy, to break down what it really takes to scale brands, build winning teams, and lead with strategy in today’s competitive market.

With decades of experience driving revenue and leading high-performing teams at brands like Vinci, ZAGG, and Skullcandy, Eric shares:

✅ The secrets behind successful product launches
✅ How to go beyond the hype and stay in market
✅ Lessons from managing $100M+ in retail partnerships
✅ What great leadership actually looks like
✅ And his advice to young professionals entering the business world

We also close it out with a rapid-fire round of personal and professional questions you won’t want to miss ⚡

If you're interested in sales, strategy, entrepreneurship, or just real talk from someone who's been in the trenches—this episode is for you.

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In this episode of The Brodie Blueprint, we sit down with Alyson Burbee, Senior Accountant at 1Source Partners, to unpack her journey through the world of finance, leadership, and early career growth.

From building confidence as a young professional to breaking down what it really looks like to succeed in accounting, Alyson brings clarity, honesty, and valuable advice for anyone looking to level up in their career.

We cover:
💡 Lessons learned in leadership
📈 Growing your voice and value in the workplace
🔍 What accounting is really like behind the scenes
⚡️ A fun round of quick-fire questions to wrap it up

Whether you're a student, future finance pro, or just trying to figure out your next move—this is a breakdown you don’t want to miss.

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In this guest episode of The Brodie Blueprint, I sit down with Sara Even, Chief Operating Officer of the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour (HJGT)—a national leader in competitive junior golf.

We discuss her career path from intern to COO, what it takes to run large-scale operations, and how youth sports are about much more than just winning. Sara also shares powerful insights about failing forward, building confidence, and how every challenge becomes a learning opportunity when you’re committed to growth.

💬 Topics include:
• Building a career in sports management
• Learning through failure and setbacks
• Advice for students and young professionals
• What it really takes to lead at scale
• Hiring, leadership, and operations at HJGT

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🌐 HJGT Website: https://www.hjgt.org
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Welcome to Episode 1 of The Brodie Blueprint!In this kickoff episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing the “why” behind the podcast—why I created it, who it’s for, and what you can expect going forward.New episodes coming soon—featuring professionals from all kinds of industries, sharing their stories, their lessons, and their blueprint for success.🎧 Subscribe, follow, and join the community!📲 IG + TikTok: @TheBrodieBlueprint💬 Drop a comment and let me know what careers you want featured next!