Welcome back to The Founder’s Table — the show where we sit down with leaders who shape industries through innovation, operational excellence, and a commitment to doing things the right way.Today, I’m joined by Justin Hatfield, President of HECO, a company trusted nationwide to keep industrial motors and rotating equipment reliable, efficient, and long-lasting.Justin’s story is equally impressive and unique. Even though HECO is a family business, he didn’t step into leadership — he earned it. Over the last 20+ years, he’s worked his way up from a shop intern learning AC and DC motors hands-on, to leading the entire organization as President. That experience gives him a perspective most executives never get: what reliability means at the ground level.In this episode, we dive into:Justin’s journey from shop intern → technical expert → PresidentThe advantage (and responsibility) of growing up in a family business but working your way upWhat HECO actually solves for industrial plantsWhy plants struggle to “see the issue,” “fix the issue,” and “keep it from coming back”The biggest equipment-reliability mistakes companies makeWhat real predictive maintenance looks like vs. industry buzzwordsIndustries seeing the biggest shift in motor reliability needsHow technology has changed the motor/equipment spaceWorkforce insights — hiring, skilled trades shortages, and long-tenured teamsHow HECO keeps quality consistent across repair, predictive service, field service, and equipment managementJustin’s approach to helping customers make smarter long-term decisionsWhat’s next for HECO and the industrial reliability sectorThis episode is full of insight for anyone in manufacturing, engineering, industrial operations, maintenance, or leadership.Connect with Justin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinhatfield/📌 Subscribe to The Founder’s Table to get more conversations with leaders driving real-world impact.

Welcome back to The Founder’s Table, where we sit down with leaders who are transforming their industries through innovation, resilience, and thoughtful leadership.Today, I’m joined by Jane Sidler — CEO and CFO of Accelerated Claims, Inc. (ACI), a company specializing in motor vehicle and workers’ comp claim recovery for hospitals and health systems across the country.Jane brings an exceptional blend of financial strategy, operational leadership, and deep technical expertise. Throughout her career, she has helped organizations scale through periods of 50% year-over-year growth, while reducing debt, improving systems, modernizing analytics, and building smarter operational workflows across finance, IT, applications, and reporting.In this episode, we dive into:How Jane’s early experience in SAP, analytics, and operations shaped her leadership mindsetWhat ACI actually solves for hospitals — and why claim recovery is so complexThe biggest inefficiencies in traditional motor vehicle & workers’ comp claimsThe role of data and automation in modernizing healthcare financeHow to balance technology-driven decision-making with human nuanceThe realities of hiring in highly technical, compliance-focused environmentsWhat roles are hardest to fill and retain in healthcare financial operationsHow Jane aligns cross-functional teams across IT, finance, applications & field opsWhat leaders overlook when scaling in healthcare financeACI’s next chapter — and how technology will reshape claim recoveryIf you’re interested in healthcare finance, operations, data, or leadership — this episode delivers a ton of insight into how real-world systems work behind the scenes.Connect with Jane: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-bray-sidler-mba-78766a32/📌 Subscribe to The Founders Table for more conversations with leaders transforming their industries.

Welcome back to The Founder’s Table, where we sit down with leaders who are shaping industries and building businesses that last.Today, I’m joined by Danny Horboychuk — President of The Brothers That Just Do Gutters Franchise Corporation, one of the fastest-growing home service brands in the U.S., with more than 400 territories nationwide.Danny’s journey is one of the most unique I’ve featured: from professional musician → teacher → operator → franchise leader, to now overseeing a national network built on professionalism, trust, and people-first service. Under his leadership, The Brothers That Just Do Gutters has redefined what contractor service can look like — and created a blueprint for scaling excellence in a traditionally inconsistent industry.In this episode, we dive into:Danny’s unlikely rise from the music world into national franchise leadershipThe moment he realized he was ready to lead at scaleWhat “reinventing contractor service” really meansHow The Brothers maintains consistency and quality across 400+ territoriesThe systems, frameworks, and training models behind their growthThe biggest challenges new franchisees face — and how Danny guides themThe realities of hiring skilled labor in today’s home service marketHow culture, trust, and people-first leadership fuel franchise successDanny’s vision for the future of The Brothers That Just Do GuttersThis episode is a powerful look at franchising, leadership, team building, and what it really takes to scale a service brand nationally.Connect with Danny: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danny-horboychuk-cfe-2a898065/📌 Subscribe to The Founders Table for more conversations with leaders building America’s backbone industries.

In this episode of The Founder’s Table, I sit down with Joy Delisle — CEO of Buckhorn Children & Family Services, a mission-driven organization providing critical services to children and families across multiple states.

With more than two decades in behavioral and mental health, Joy has built and led programs across residential treatment, foster care and adoption, addiction recovery, and family preservation. Her leadership is grounded in evidence-based care, operational excellence, and deep compassion for both clients and staff.

We explore:

• What drew Joy into behavioral health and shaped her leadership philosophy

• Her transition from frontline and clinical work into executive leadership

• The mission and impact of Buckhorn Children & Family Services

• How to scale quality, consistency, and clinical excellence across states

• The staffing and retention challenges facing behavioral health today

• How to lead teams through growth, burnout, and emotionally demanding work

• What Joy looks for when building strong, values-aligned teams

• How she approaches innovation while keeping people at the center of care

• Her vision for Buckhorn’s future and the legacy she hopes to leave

Connect with Joy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joy-delisle/

This episode offers an honest and insightful look at what it takes to lead with purpose in one of the most challenging — and most important — industries.

In this episode of The Founder’s Table, I sit down with Amy Yoder — CEO of Global Crop Solutions, sixth-generation farmer, and nationally respected leader in modern agriculture.

Amy has spent over 30 years shaping agribusiness — from fertilizer and crop technology to sustainability and soil health — helping farmers improve yields, efficiency, and long-term land stewardship. Her leadership spans startups, global enterprises, and industry turnarounds, all rooted in a mission to help farming remain profitable and sustainable.

We explore:

• How growing up on a sixth-generation farm shaped Amy’s leadership philosophy

• Why she shifted from hands-on farming to innovation and executive roles

• What sustainability and profitability really look like when working with growers

• The agriculture innovations that will reshape the next decade

• The role of technology in bridging environmental goals and operational realities

• How Global Crop Solutions builds teams, partnerships, and strategic collaboration

• Hiring trends and workforce challenges in agriculture

• What scaling a dual-impact ag company truly requires

• Amy’s perspective on leadership, legacy, and the future of the industry

Connect with Amy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-yoder-24a37111/

Amy’s journey is a powerful example of how purpose, innovation, and people-first leadership can transform an entire sector.

In this episode of The Founder’s Table, I sit down with Gianluca Sardo — President of The Glasshouse NYC, one of New York’s most iconic and innovative event venues.

With more than 15 years in hospitality and brand experience, Gianluca has led The Glasshouse through rapid growth — scaling the company to over $40M in annual revenue, building a team of 200+ employees, and hosting some of the most high-profile events in the city.

We explore:

• Gianluca’s journey from Italy to Manhattan’s hospitality world

• His early days joining The Glasshouse right before the grand opening

• Leadership lessons from working with brands like Armani and Eataly

• What truly sets The Glasshouse apart in the NYC event market

• How culture, respect, and professionalism drive service excellence

• The biggest challenges facing hospitality and events today

• The role of innovation and technology in creating unforgettable experiences

• What’s next for The Glasshouse as it continues to grow

• Gianluca’s core leadership principles — and the one lesson he always returns to

Connect with Gianluca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gianlucasardo/

This is a deep look at what it takes to lead a people-first, experience-driven business in one of the most competitive markets in the world.

In this episode of The Founder’s Table, I sit down with Zachary Ducharme — CEO of Pipeline Medical, one of the fastest-growing MedTech marketplaces in the nation.

Zachary rebuilt Pipeline from a three-person Healthcare Procurement Purchasing Aggregator into a 50+ employee, tech-forward national platform, serving healthcare providers across all 50 states. He led innovations like Pharmacy Hub, built strategic partnerships with suppliers and distributors, and scaled the company through operational discipline and smart, capital-efficient growth.

Before joining Pipeline, Zachary rose through the ranks at Beckman Coulter, becoming one of the youngest district managers in the company’s history — leading multimillion-dollar territories through turnarounds, resets, and operational growth.

We explore:

• Zachary’s early career transition into leadership

• The lessons from Beckman Coulter that shaped his CEO approach

• What Pipeline Medical does and who they serve

• The challenges of scaling from 3 employees to 50+

• How Pharmacy Hub was created and why it’s a major innovation

• Market expansion strategies that scaled Pipeline to 6,000+ providers

• Balancing innovation with profitability in MedTech

• Building and retaining high-performing teams

• The biggest bottleneck slowing growth today

• The priorities driving Pipeline’s next chapter

  
  

  Connect with Zachary: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zacharyducharme/

This is a powerful look into how innovation, leadership, and execution can redefine an entire industry.

In this episode of The Founder’s Table, I sit down with Ravi Patel — CEO of SINA Hospitality, a company known for developing and managing hotels across multiple states and partnering with some of the most iconic brands in the hospitality world, including Marriott, Hilton, and IHG.

Ravi’s leadership story is grounded in innovation, strategic thinking, and operational discipline — all of which have helped him scale SINA into a respected national presence.

We explore:

• Ravi’s path into hospitality, development, and real estate

• The leadership moments that shaped his approach as CEO

• What makes SINA Hospitality stand out in a crowded industry

• How he maintains strong relationships with global hotel brands

• Balancing construction, development, operations, and acquisitions under one vision

• The workforce challenges facing hospitality today — and how to navigate them

• What’s slowing growth in today’s market

• Ravi’s vision for the future of SINA Hospitality

• His advice for leaders building companies in competitive industries

  Connect with Ravi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raviapatel/

This conversation is a masterclass in leadership, growth, and operating with a people-first mindset.

In this episode of The Founders Table, I sit down with Wayne Gillis — President & CEO of Rehoboth McKinley Christian Health Care Services (RMCHCS).

Wayne’s leadership journey spans decades of experience transforming healthcare systems, improving operations, and expanding access to care. Today, he’s leading RMCHCS through a powerful turnaround — strengthening both its financial performance and its community impact in Gallup, New Mexico.

We dive into:

• Wayne’s path to healthcare leadership and what drives his commitment to transformation

• The mission and growth of RMCHCS and its role in serving the Gallup region

• Lessons learned from restructuring hospital systems and driving double-digit EBITDA growth

• How to balance quality care, operational efficiency, and employee well-being

• The importance of culture, retention, and leadership development in healthcare

• The biggest challenges and opportunities facing healthcare systems today

• Wayne’s advice for leaders on guiding teams through complexity and change

This is a powerful conversation on what it means to lead with vision, empathy, and measurable impact in one of the most demanding industries in the world.

Connect with Wayne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/waynegillismba/

In this episode of The Founders Table, I sit down with Kyle Mead — President of the Heartland Center for Behavioral Change, a nonprofit organization that has been helping Missourians overcome addiction and rebuild their lives since 1982.

With more than 20 years at Heartland, Kyle has guided the organization through a mission of hope, healing, and recovery, while navigating the complex challenges of leading a nonprofit in behavioral healthcare.

We explore:

• Kyle’s early career path and what inspired him to pursue behavioral health and addiction recovery

• The evolution of Heartland’s mission over four decades of service

• The programs and initiatives making the biggest impact today

• How to balance mission-driven leadership with financial and operational sustainability

• The challenges of hiring, retention, and staff morale in behavioral health

• What it takes to build strong, motivated teams in a demanding industry

• Kyle’s vision for the future of Heartland and his advice for nonprofit leaders everywhere

  Connect with Kyle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-mead-793ba620/

This is a story of purpose-driven leadership, resilience, and the power of helping people transform their lives.