The Leadership Table Podcast

Franchising isn’t just a business trend — it’s one of the most strategic ways to legally scale a proven business model without carrying every operational burden yourself.In this episode of The Leadership Table Podcast, host Chad Reyes sits down with Brian Lincer, Managing Partner of Internicola Law Firm, one of the top franchise law firms in America. Brian shares his journey from a general law practice to building a highly specialized firm that now represents 350+ franchise brands — and what it really takes to grow with excellence.This conversation is packed with wisdom for entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders who want to scale sustainably, build with clarity, and stop chasing shortcuts.🔥 In this episode, you’ll learn:What franchising really is (and why it’s simply a legal way to scale)The difference between licensing, franchising, and corporate-owned growth modelsWhy niching down is scary… but transformational (“niches bring riches”)The leadership sacrifice required to grow to the next levelThe mindset difference between businesses that thrive vs. those that blame external circumstancesWhy every entrepreneur must embrace the “struggle” to innovate and improveThe 2 biggest hurdles when launching a franchise:CapitalBandwidth (because franchising becomes a whole new business)Whether you’re thinking about franchising your business, growing a brand, or simply learning what it takes to scale with integrity and discipline, this episode will challenge and sharpen your leadership.👍 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE💬 Comment below: Would franchising work for your business model?The Leadership Table Podcast — where mature leaders have mature conversations.

🎙️ The 4 Aspects of Every Great Movement | Orator, Penman, Delivery & FinancierWhat do the Civil Rights Movement, the founding of the United States, the early church, and today’s most effective organizations all have in common?They all succeed because of four essential roles.In this episode of The Leadership Table Podcast, Chad Reyes breaks down the 4 Aspects of Every Great Movement — a leadership framework that helps business owners, pastors, and organizational leaders stop trying to do everything themselves and start multiplying impact through alignment.🔑 In this episode, you’ll learn:Why every movement needs an Orator — the voice that ignites peopleThe role of the Penman — the person who clarifies, documents, and preserves the messageHow Delivery Systems scale impact through structure, systems, and platformsWhy Financiers are essential to sustaining vision and growthHow historical movements succeeded by dividing roles instead of concentrating powerWhy leaders don’t have to be everything — they need the right peopleChad walks through real-world examples from:The early church in the book of ActsThe founding of the United StatesThe Civil Rights MovementModern leadership movements and organizationsThis episode challenges leaders to stop operating in isolation and start defining, refining, and multiplying their leadership influence through intentional roles, systems, and strategy.Contact Patrick to learn more about Leadership Tables:[email protected]://www.chadreyes.com/theleadershiptable💬 Comment below:Who is the Orator, Penman, Delivery System, and Financier in your organization?👍 Like, share, and subscribe for more leadership conversations🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss a new episodeThe Leadership Table Podcast — where mature leaders have mature conversations.

🎙️ The 3 ROIs Every Leader Must Measure | Investment, Influence & ImpactIn this episode of The Leadership Table Podcast, Chad Reyes breaks down a leadership framework that challenges how most leaders define success — The 3 ROIs:✔ Return on Investment✔ Return on Influence✔ Return on ImpactMost leaders measure something — profit, revenue, growth, or results — but the real question is:Are you measuring the right things?In this conversation, Chad unpacks why leaders often create gaps in their organizations when they focus on profit without people, visibility without credibility, or results without lasting impact. You’ll learn how great leaders move beyond short-term wins and build systems, people, and cultures that multiply long-term influence.🔑 Key takeaways from this episode:Why ROI is about multiplying resources, not just managing themHow investing in the right people produces exponential growthThe difference between consistency and complacencyWhy influence is built through trust, clarity, and relationshipsHow leaders multiply impact by awakening ownership in othersWhy lasting leadership impact outlives titles, positions, and profitsThis episode is a must-watch for business owners, executives, pastors, entrepreneurs, and emerging leaders who want their leadership to matter beyond the bottom line.👉 Like, subscribe, and share this episode💬 Comment below with the ROI you want to strengthen most this year🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss a new Leadership Table conversationThe Leadership Table Podcast — where mature leaders have mature conversations.

🎙️ The 10 Benefits of Investing in Leaders | The Leadership Table PodcastWhat happens when you truly invest in people — not just systems, strategies, or tools?Everything changes.In this episode of The Leadership Table Podcast, host Chad Reyes unpacks the 10 undeniable benefits of investing in leaders and why people development is the greatest return on investment any organization can make.Using real-world examples, data-backed research, and powerful leadership stories, Chad explains why leaders who awaken, empower, and equip people consistently outperform those who don’t.💡 In this episode, you’ll discover:Why developing people increases performance and profitabilityHow leadership investment improves time management and effectivenessThe connection between leadership development and self-confidenceWhy trust, communication, and relationships skyrocket when leaders are developedHow coaching helps leaders stop “cutting the cocoon” and start multiplying impactWhy high-trust organizations outperform low-trust ones by 186%How investing in leaders benefits not just the workplace — but families, marriages, and communitiesThis conversation challenges leaders to shift their mindset from short-term thinking to long-term impact. If you want better results, better culture, and better people — this episode will show you where to start.🎯 Key takeaway:You can’t scale a vision without developing the people responsible for carrying it.👉 Like, share, and subscribe to support the podcast💬 Comment below with the benefit that stood out to you most🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss a new episodeThe Leadership Table Podcast — where mature leaders have mature conversations.

🎙️ The Table Where Leaders Get Real | Why Every Leader Needs a Seat at the TableIn this powerful episode of The Leadership Table Podcast, Chad and Danielle Reyes sit down with two influential leaders — Pastor Steve Hannett (Abundant Grace Church & Gospel Mission Network) and Patrick Francis (Leadership Table Movement Leader).This conversation delves deeply into what leadership truly entails today: authenticity, relational capital, self-awareness, organizational culture, and the power of creating safe spaces for mature conversations.From surviving cancer at 19… to leading two nonprofits… to consulting Fortune 500 companies… Pastor Steve shares his raw journey and reveals why every leader needs a seat at a real table, not just a title.Patrick brings powerful insight on communication, relationships, vulnerability, and why leadership tables are transforming organizations around the world from New Jersey to South Africa.If you’re a leader in business, ministry, education, or anywhere people depend on you, this is the episode that will stretch you, challenge you, and remind you why leadership is always, at its core, about people first.⭐ In this episode, you’ll learn:Why relational capital is a leader’s greatest assetThe difference between controlling people vs. growing peopleHow culture forms — with or without your permissionWhy vulnerability is the currency of real leadershipHow Leadership Tables create alignment, awareness, and breakthroughThe danger of avoiding crucial conversationsWhy every organizational problem is ultimately a leadership problemThis is the table where mature leaders have mature conversations — and today’s episode is one you’ll want your entire team to watch.🔔 Like, Comment, and SubscribeShare your biggest takeaway in the comments!Your engagement helps us divide the work and multiply the impact.And don’t forget to turn on notifications so you never miss a new episode.

🎙️ Entrepreneurs vs. Corporates: Leadership That Scales | Brian Raftery | The Leadership Table PodcastWhat does it take to lead effectively — whether you’re running your own business or leading inside a global corporation?In this week’s episode of The Leadership Table Podcast, Chad Reyes sits down with Brian Raftery, Partner and U.S. Chair of Trusts & Estates at Dentons, to explore the truth about leadership that lasts. From his transition out of the Big Four world into law, Brian shares how adaptability, integrity, and trust create leaders who can scale — in any environment.💡 What You’ll Learn:The real differences between corporate and entrepreneurial leadershipWhy adaptability is a leader’s most valuable skillHow to build trust and credibility across teams and industriesWhat separates good leaders from great ones — in both mindset and practiceIf you’ve ever wondered how to grow your influence without losing your authenticity, this conversation is for you.👉 Subscribe to Lions Pride Leadership for episodes of The Leadership Table Podcast, where we sit down with today’s most impactful leaders and uncover what it truly takes to lead with excellence.

🎬 Lights, Camera, Leadership | Ed Wiseman on Humility, Preparation, and Leading CreativesWhat does it take to lead in one of the most competitive industries in the world — and still stay grounded? 🎥In this episode of The Leadership Table Podcast, Chad Reyes sits down with Emmy Award-winning director and producer Ed Wiseman to unpack the lessons he’s learned from decades in film and television — from Reading Rainbow to major PBS productions.They dive deep into:🎭 Humility vs. Ego — How true confidence looks in leadership💡 Preparation Over Talent — Why winging it kills credibility🎬 Leading Creatives — How to bring out the best in your team❤️ Purpose and Passion — Why your gifts are meant to serve othersThis conversation is packed with practical wisdom, humor, and timeless lessons for leaders, creatives, and anyone chasing excellence in their craft.👉 Watch, subscribe, and join the conversation every Monday at 6:30 PM on The Leadership Table Podcast — powered by Lions Pride Leadership.

In this powerful episode of The Leadership Table Podcast, host Chad Reyes sits down with Roosevelt Board—entrepreneur, community leader, and operator of one of the highest-performing Chick-fil-A franchises in the country.Roosevelt opens up about the early influences that shaped his heart for people, how his mother’s generosity inspired his leadership style, and how the dinner table became a central symbol in his life and business. With authenticity and purpose, he shares his journey from marketing student to top-performing business owner—and the leadership principles that have guided him along the way.🎯 Learn how Roosevelt applies the Three ROIs—Return on Investment, Return on Influence, and Return on Impact—to build a business that’s both profitable and meaningful.👣 Takeaways:Why servant leadership is at the heart of successThe importance of developing people, even if they leaveHow to give your team hope, not just directionWhy investing in people brings the highest returnWhether you're leading a team, running a business, or growing in your personal leadership, this episode will challenge and inspire you to lead with purpose, heart, and vision.🔔 Subscribe and hit the bell so you don’t miss upcoming conversations with high-impact leaders.

📺 The Leadership Table Podcast — “Count the Cost: The Discipline Behind a Life That Matters” ft. Dr. Joseph MatteraIn this powerful episode of The Leadership Table Podcast, Chad and Danielle Reyes sit down with global leader, mentor, and friend Dr. Joseph Mattera to unpack the real cost of leadership, the power of discipline, and how to stay grounded in your calling amidst influence and success.Dr. Mattera shares profound wisdom on:How to lead with moral authority.Why your private life determines your public impact.The importance of making decisions before you're in the moment.Why emotional discipline, intentionality with time, and relational investment are the foundations of true success.How to build a legacy rooted in purpose, integrity, and faith.If you're a leader striving to build something that lasts — in business, in faith, or in life — this episode will challenge and inspire you.🕒 Don’t miss this conversation. Watch now and join us at The Leadership Table.🎙️ Guest: Dr. Joseph Mattera🎧 Host: Chad & Danielle Reyes**📍 Brought to you by Lions Pride Leadership

Who are you when no one’s watching? In this powerful new episode of The Leadership Table Podcast, hosts Chad and Danielle Reyes sit down with longtime friend and inspiring leader Farid Abdelkader to explore what leadership looks like behind closed doors.From his early days in Binghamton to his impact in corporate America and the nonprofit world, Farid shares the untold moments that shaped his journey—from leading disaster relief during Hurricane Sandy, to building a powerful leadership culture at ISACA, and navigating the personal and professional shifts brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.This episode goes deep on:The hidden tests that define real leadershipCreating safe spaces for growth and vulnerabilityLeading without a paycheck—and why that mattersBuilding a legacy through service, not statusWhether you're leading a business, a team, or just starting your leadership journey, this episode will remind you that true leadership is revealed in private, not just in public.🔔 Subscribe for more real conversations around leadership, growth, and impact.