How can restaurant leaders innovate traditional cuisine while honoring its roots? 

Ji-Hye Kim shares her journey from corporate healthcare to founding Miss Kim, drawing on both her Korean heritage and Michigan ingredients to create a unique dining experience. 

The conversation explores how her business background enabled her to implement innovative employee compensation models while building a successful restaurant.

Key people who shaped Ji-Hye's journey:

Her mother - Whose home cooking inspired her connection to Korean cuisine

Park Kwanghee - Korean kimchi master and mentor

Paul and Ari (Zingerman's founders) - Provided business framework and support

Staff members who stepped up during personal challenges

Local Michigan farmers who supply ingredients

Don't miss this powerful conversation with a restaurateur who combines analytical business thinking with culinary passion while creating equitable workplace practices.

References:

Website - https://misskimannarbor.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefjihyekim/?hl=en

Anthony Codispoti, AddBack Benefits Agency

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Transcript | Breaking the Restaurant Mold: Ji-Hye Kim's Mission to Transform Workplace Culture

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How can mental health leaders innovate while maintaining compassionate care? 

Dr. Ryan Drzewiecki shares his journey from English major to Chief Clinical Officer at Sierra Tucson, following his path through special education and behavioral health. He traces his evolution from early leadership roles to developing trauma-informed approaches that meet clients where they are. 

The conversation explores Sierra Tucson's comprehensive treatment model and the importance of recognizing that mental health struggles are a normal part of the human experience.

Key people who shaped Ryan's journey:

• Matt Pierce - Early supervisor who built his confidence through empowering leadership

• Fran Williams - Mentor at Hazelden who demonstrated the power of positive reinforcement

• Early clients in group homes who shaped his understanding of behavioral health needs

• His young children - Who help inform his perspective on mental health education

• Current team members whose feedback drives continuous improvement

Don't miss this powerful discussion with a behavioral health leader who transformed academic knowledge into innovative treatment approaches while maintaining a focus on human connection and dignity.

References:

Website - https://www.sierratucson.com/

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-drzewiecki-psyd-lp-10575910a

Anthony Codispoti, AddBack Benefits Agency

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Transcript | Creating Safe Spaces: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Mental Health Treatment, with Dr. Ryan Drzewiecki

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How can senior living communities evolve to meet changing expectations while maintaining exceptional care? 

Heather Tussing traces her journey from small-town Ohio to President of Aspenwood Company, managing 20 luxury senior living communities across the Southeast. She discusses transforming senior care through technology integration, personalized experiences, and a culture focused on empowering both residents and staff.

The conversation explores how modern senior living combines fine dining, enrichment programs, and urban locations to help residents "live life well," while addressing families' concerns through transparency and support during transitions.

Despite industry challenges like COVID-19 and staffing shortages, Heather shares how perseverance and authentic leadership have driven Aspenwood's growth.

Key people who shaped her journey:

• Her Brother - Initially connected her to the senior care industry by recommending a sales role

• Jim Gray - CEO who hired her to drive change at Aspenwood Company

• Early Mentors - Gave her opportunities despite limited experience, recognizing her drive

• Team Members - Long-term staff who weathered COVID challenges together

• Rice University Professors - Partners providing enrichment programming for residents

Don't miss this inspiring discussion with a leader who transformed senior living through hard work, innovation, and a relentless focus on creating fuller lives for residents and staff alike.

References:

Website - https://www.theaspenwoodcompany.com/

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-tussing-933a9316

Anthony Codispoti, AddBack Benefits Agency

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Transcript | Building Better Lives: Heather Tussing's Aspenwood Story

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How can senior care combine kindness and innovation to enrich lives? 

Andy Buiciuc traces his journey from Romanian refugee to CEO of VillaCare Senior Living, sharing how his family's escape from communism instilled values of hard work and purpose. 

The conversation explores his transition from successful digital marketing entrepreneur to senior care, starting as a hands-on caregiver before building technology-enabled processes to improve care delivery. 

Andy discusses VillaCare's unique approach combining assisted living with mental health services, while creating a culture of servant leadership that results in remarkably low staff turnover.

Key people who shaped Andy Buiciuc's journey:

• His Father - Escaped Romania in 1987, and demonstrated an incredible work ethic into his 80s

• His Sister - Introduced him to senior care through her adult family homes

• John (Brother-in-law) - Founding partner with deep industry experience

• His Wife & Children - Helped him choose family over business success

• Jesus Christ - Spiritual inspiration for servant leadership approach

Don't miss this powerful discussion with a leader who transformed personal struggles into a mission of service, combining business efficiency with genuine care for both staff and residents.

References:

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andybuiciuc

Anthony Codispoti, AddBack Benefits Agency

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Transcript | Serving to Lead: Andy Buiciuc's Senior Care Revolution

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How can businesses leverage global talent and technology to transform their back-office operations? 

David Schnitt traces his journey from Deloitte consultant to co-founding Resources Global Professionals, which grew from scratch to $150M in revenue in just four years before a successful IPO. He then founded IQ BackOffice in 2002, pioneering finance and accounting outsourcing when the concept was still foreign to most companies. 

The conversation explores how IQ BackOffice combines proprietary technology, documented processes, and offshore talent to help mid-market companies achieve Fortune 500-level efficiency while reducing costs by 30-80%. Despite initial market resistance, David's perseverance and belief in the model's value has led to sustained growth and hundreds of satisfied clients over 20+ years.

Key people who shaped the journey:

• Early Deloitte Partner - Introduced David to the opportunity that became Resources Global

• Initial Clients - Early adopters who validated the model and provided testimonials

• CFO Champions - Executives who experienced the benefits and brought IQ BackOffice to their next companies

• Offshore Teams - Culturally aligned staff who embrace process discipline and achieve 99.97% accuracy

Don't miss this insightful discussion with a business process pioneer who transformed skepticism into success through persistence, innovation and a relentless focus on client results.

References:

Website: https://www.iqbackoffice.com/

Website: https://www.offsiteoffice.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-schnitt-70616/

Anthony Codispoti, AddBack Benefits Agency

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Transcript | Pushing Rocks Uphill: David Schnitt's Journey from Deloitte to Global Innovation

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How can specialized education transform lives while staying true to quality over quantity?

Abby David and Erin Nealy trace their journey from therapists to co-founders of Bridgeway Academy and Bridgeway Therapy Center, providing comprehensive educational and therapeutic services for people with autism in central Ohio. They discuss evolving from a small preschool program to serving hundreds through integrated academics, therapy, and life skills training.

The conversation explores their innovative classroom model with 2:1 student-teacher ratios, the power of music therapy, and their vision for expanding impact beyond brick and mortar.

As they celebrate 20 years, they share insights on maintaining culture while scaling, creative funding solutions and overcoming both professional and deeply personal challenges.

Key people who shaped their journey:

• Their Early Teams - Long-term staff members who've been with them 19-20 years, helping drive program expansion

• Their Board Members - Initially skeptical but became strong believers after seeing their determination

• Their Students - Whose evolving needs inspired expansion into middle school, high school, and adult programs

• Each Other - As business partners and "work wives" whose complementary personalities have sustained their 20-year partnership

Don't miss this powerful discussion with two education innovators who transformed personal passion into life-changing programs while maintaining an unwavering focus on quality, culture, and meeting students where they are.

References:

Website: https://thebridgewayacademy.com/

Abby David’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abby-david-25982654

Erin Nealy’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-nealy-a2316517/

Anthony Codispoti, AddBack Benefits Agency

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Transcript | Beyond the Classroom: Abby David and Erin Nealy's Vision for Autism Education

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How can mental health leaders innovate while maintaining compassionate care? 

Ryan Carruthers shares his journey from mathematics major to Chief Clinical Officer at CenterPoint, following his own recovery from addiction and mental health challenges. He traces his evolution from private practice to developing harm-reduction approaches that meet clients where they are. 

The conversation explores CenterPoint's comprehensive biopsychosocial model and the importance of recognizing that everyone has mental health needs. 

Ryan discusses navigating industry changes, from workforce challenges to AI integration, while maintaining focus on human connection and dignity.

Key people who shaped Ryan's journey:

• His Uncle - Answered his call for help during his darkest moment and got him into treatment

• Early Counselor - Suggested he consider becoming a therapist himself

• Larry Duncan - Mentor who served multiple roles from teacher to colleague

• Scout Leader - Early mentor who inspired his pursuit of a doctorate

• His Son - Whose mental health journey deepened his understanding of struggles families face

Don't miss this powerful discussion with a behavioral health leader who transformed personal struggles into innovative approaches while maintaining focus on dignity and human connection.

References:

Contact: [email protected]

Anthony Codispoti, AddBack Benefits Agency

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Transcript | Exploring Ryan Carruthers' Philosophy: Mental Health for All

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How can car dealerships innovate while maintaining customer trust? 

Cliff Cummings shares his journey from college golfer to owning multiple Toyota and Subaru dealerships across California. He traces his path from selling cars in Virginia to transforming underperforming dealerships into high-volume operations. 

The conversation explores how Cliff's dealerships differentiate themselves through long-term employee relationships and community involvement. He discusses navigating industry changes, from inventory challenges during COVID-19 to evolving customer expectations about the car-buying experience. 

The discussion concludes with his perspective on dealership operations, emphasizing the importance of transparency and efficiency in sales processes while maintaining personal connections with customers.

Key people who shaped Cliff's business approach:

• Irving Newsome - His first employer at a Toyota dealership who supported young athletes and gave him flexibility to pursue golf while learning the car business

• Bob McCurry - Former Toyota executive who recognized Cliff's talent and advised him to focus on cars over golf: "You're one hell of a golfer, but you're a better car guy"

• Clint McGee - Early mentor who taught him fundamental sales principles like "if the first 10 words are wrong, the next 10,000 don't matter"

• Long-term employees - Including his assistant since 1983 who has helped shape the business culture

Don't miss this engaging discussion with an automotive industry veteran who built thriving dealerships through employee development, community engagement, and ethical business practices.

References:

Email: [email protected]

Anthony Codispoti, AddBack Benefits Agency

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Transcript | Trust and Transparency: Cliff Cummings' Business Model

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How can tech leaders build innovative services while maintaining rapid growth?

Adam Morgan shares his journey from Microsoft and Sitecore to founding Elevate Digital, where he's transforming technical staffing through flexible delivery models and a strong company culture.

The conversation explores Elevate's approach to technical talent solutions, emphasizing customer experience and team development. Adam details how his experience scaling Sitecore's partner ecosystem shaped his understanding of balancing growth with quality service delivery.

Adam candidly discusses his health crisis from overwork while simultaneously building two companies, leading to important realizations about work-life balance and prioritization. He shares how this experience shaped his leadership style and Elevate's culture of putting people first.

As an industry expert, Adam offers insights on market consolidation and AI's impact on technical careers. The discussion concludes with his perspective on using AI as an enabler rather than a threat to technical roles.

Key mentors that shaped Adam's approach:

• His CFO Chris providing essential financial guidance

• His co-founder Rich bringing sales expertise

• His board members Art Hopkins and Paul Noble

• The Sitecore leadership team demonstrating partner ecosystem development

Don't miss this engaging discussion with a tech leader who's building an innovative services company while prioritizing both customer and employee experience.

References:

Website: https://elevate-digital.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adampmorgan

Anthony Codispoti, AddBack Benefits Agency

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Transcript | Building Flexible Tech Solutions: The Elevate Digital Story with Adam Morgan

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How can recruiting leaders innovate while maintaining quality service? 

Jason Blonstein shares his journey from Army officer to Managing Director at ECA Partners, where he's transforming executive search through process innovation and global team integration.

The conversation explores ECA's unique approach to recruiting, emphasizing rapid response times and quality control. Jason details how his military background shaped his leadership style and how the firm leverages their Manila team to accelerate searches while maintaining high standards.

Jason candidly discusses his struggle with PTSD after combat service and the importance of seeking professional help. He shares how addressing mental health challenges made him a more effective leader and advocate for others facing similar struggles.

As an industry veteran, Jason offers insights on evolving recruitment practices, including the impact of AI and changing market dynamics. The discussion concludes with his perspective on industry consolidation and the future of executive search.

Key mentors that shaped Jason's approach:

• Atta Tarki, ECA's founder providing strategic guidance

• Julie Hextl, teaching business fundamentals after military service

• Phil O'Connor, introducing him to executive search

• His military leaders demonstrating effective leadership under pressure

Don't miss this engaging discussion with a recruiting leader who's combining military discipline with innovative search practices while advocating for mental health awareness.

References:

Website: https://eca-partners.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonblonstei

Anthony Codispoti, AddBack Benefits Agency

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Transcript | From Combat to Corporate: Jason Blonstein's Journey in Executive Search

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