The Missing Piece with April Reed

In this episode of The Missing Piece, April Reed sits down with Elana Silber, CEO of Sharsheret, The Jewish Breast Cancer & Ovarian Cancer Community.

Elana shares her journey from joining Sharsheret as a volunteer more than two decades ago to leading a national organization supporting women, men, and families affected by breast and ovarian cancer.

Get in touch with Sharsheret: 

Toll-free: 866-474-2774 

Website:⁠ sharsharet.org⁠

Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠

Instagram: @SharsheretOfficial 

Live chat available through their website 

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In this episode of The Missing Piece podcast, April welcomes Isaac Kastenbaum, Vice President of Consulting and Training at the Primary Care Development Corporation (PCDC). 
 

Isaac shares his unique journey growing up with a community primary care provider, working with Partners in Health and New York Presbyterian, and his current mission to strengthen primary care organizations.  

Tune in to explore why primary care is underfunded in the United States, how PCDC combines lending, capacity building, and policy change to drive impact, the realities of implementing AI in healthcare, and what it takes to be a relentless optimist for health equity. 

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Christin Pritchard, VP of Quality at Great River Health, built her career from bedside nursing through clinical informatics and operations, and now leads quality, safety, and patient experience for a health system serving 100,000 people. 

In this conversation with April Reed, Christin shares how her grandmother's hospital stay first drew her to nursing, why reducing regulatory burden is the key to restoring genuine patient connection, and what she'd tell any nurse who thinks their career path has only one lane. 

The conversation explores: 

• The evolution from paper charts to electronic health records 

• How clinical informatics improves patient care and workflow efficiency 

• The role of AI and predictive analytics in healthcare 

• The growing importance of patient safety and quality leadership 

• Reducing regulatory burden to give clinicians more bedside time 

• Why nurses can pursue countless paths in healthcare leadership 

If you are passionate about healthcare innovation, patient-centered care, nursing leadership, or the future of healthcare technology, this episode is for you. 

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In this episode of The Missing Piece Podcast, Brett Bech joins host April Reed to share the remarkable journey that took him from an overlooked walk-on athlete to a successful career in professional football, coaching, and performance technology.

Together, they discuss the power of perseverance, overcoming setbacks, developing a winning mindset, and why focusing on what you can control can change the trajectory of your life. Brett also shares how OxeFit is using AI and data-driven technology to personalize strength training, recovery, and longevity, while reflecting on the role faith has played throughout his journey.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How Brett Bech went from LSU walk-on to NFL veteran

• Why perseverance can outweigh natural talent

• Lessons learned from playing and coaching in the NFL

• How injuries shaped Brett's career in strength and conditioning

• How OxeFit is transforming strength training with AI and data

• Why longevity starts with building and maintaining strength

• The importance of controlling what you can and trusting the process

• How faith has guided Brett through every stage of his journey

Whether you're an athlete, healthcare leader, business professional, or simply looking for motivation to keep moving forward, this conversation offers practical wisdom and powerful perspective.

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What if one conversation could change a life? 

In this episode of The Missing Piece Podcast, host April Reed sits down with Jordan Burnham, Director of Training at Minding Your Mind, for an honest and inspiring conversation about mental health, resilience, and the life-changing impact of sharing our stories. 

In this episode, you'll learn: 

• Why stories are often more powerful than statistics. 

• How silence and stigma prevent people from asking for help. 

• What schools and organizations can do to create supportive environments. 

• Why hope and recovery should be central to every mental health conversation. 

• How one person's story can inspire countless others to seek support. 

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- ⁠Minding Your Mind⁠

- ⁠Jordan Burnham's Speaker Profile⁠

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- Jordan Burnham's Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠

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What makes learning truly meaningful? 

In this episode of The Missing Piece Podcast, April Reed sits down with Steve Counsell, Director of Learning & Development at Three Pillars Senior Living Communities, to explore what it takes to build learning experiences that inspire growth, strengthen culture, and create lasting impact. 

From his unexpected journey into Learning & Development to his thoughts on AI, authenticity, and why "death by PowerPoint" doesn't work, Steve shares practical insights for leaders, educators, and anyone passionate about helping people grow. 

In this episode, we explore:

• Building learning experiences people actually remember

• Why authenticity is the missing piece in leadership

• AI as a thought partner—not a shortcut

• Creating a culture where learning thrives

• Career advice for anyone finding their path

• Why senior living changed Steve's perspective on purpose 

Watch the full conversation to hear Steve's inspiring story and practical leadership insights. 

Connect with Steve Counsell 

• Connect with Steve on LinkedIn:  ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-counsell/⁠
• Listen to the Grossly Competent podcast for more conversations on learning, leadership, and professional growth: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2ztmKxqlkk7jbUkLynXmA4⁠

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Most organizations invest in training—but very few ensure employees

actually apply what they learn. 

In this episode of The Missing Piece Podcast, April Reed sits down with John Amato, Senior Training Consultant at Family Links, to discuss what separates meaningful training from check-the-box compliance. 

Drawing from more than 30 years of experience in leadership development, education, and human services, John shares why the true value of training isn't the event itself; it's the transfer of learning that happens afterward. 

Together they discuss: 

- Why training is often the first budget item to be cut—and why that's a mistake

- The difference between leadership and management

- Live training vs. virtual learning vs. eLearning

- How supervisors influence employee development

- Why organizations struggle with learning retention

- The role AI can play in training

- The "missing piece" that transforms training into lasting performance 

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Connect with John Amato 

Interested in learning more about leadership development, employee training, and creating meaningful learning experiences? 

Connect with John Amato on LinkedIn or email( ⁠[email protected]⁠)

Learn more about Family Links: ⁠https://familylinks.org⁠

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What does it take to turn adversity into leadership? 

In this episode of The Missing Piece Podcast, April Reed sits down with Misty Mattingly, SVP and Chief Dental Hygiene Officer at Sage Dental, to discuss how resilience, innovation, and purpose have shaped her career. 

Growing up in foster care taught Misty determination and grit—qualities that helped her become an executive leader driving innovation across one of the nation's leading dental organizations. Together, they explore how AI is transforming dentistry, why oral health is deeply connected to overall health, and how technology should empower clinicians rather than replace them. 

Misty also shares the inspiration behind SmileSip, an oral health beverage designed to support healthier smiles through everyday habits, and reflects on the life lesson that became her own "missing piece." 

In this episode: 

• Misty's journey from foster care to executive leadership  

• Why servant leadership creates stronger healthcare teams  

• How AI can improve patient care and clinician workflows  

• The connection between oral health and overall health  

• The story behind SmileSip  

• Advice for anyone determined to build a meaningful career  

If you enjoyed this conversation, don't forget to like, subscribe, and share the episode. 

Connect with Misty Mattingly 

Inspired by Misty's journey or interested in learning more about leadership, dental innovation, preventive care, and the future of oral health? Connect with her and explore her work below. 

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mistymattingly/ 
• Hygiene Happy Hour Podcast:  
  https://open.spotify.com/show/082C67RzdTc0zDY2edRV0X?si=9d9fa25f63da4b67 
• SmileSip: https://smilesipusa.com/ 

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What does it take to completely reinvent your career? 

In this episode of The Missing Piece Podcast, April Reed sits down with Ryan Barras, a cybersecurity, technology, and operational resilience leader whose path to becoming a healthcare CISO was anything but conventional. 

Before leading cybersecurity programs in complex healthcare environments, Ryan worked in economic development and diplomacy, serving as an economic trade officer for the Dutch Consulate and helping strengthen international trade relationships. His journey eventually led him into IT, cybersecurity leadership, and healthcare, where he has overseen initiatives in cyber risk governance, AI governance, operational resilience, identity management, and third-party risk. 

During this conversation, Ryan discusses: 

• His transition from diplomacy and economic development into cybersecurity 

• The role mentorship played throughout his career 

• Leadership lessons learned through adversity and personal challenges 

• Why healthcare presents one of the most complex cybersecurity environments 

• The opportunities and risks of AI in healthcare 

• AI governance, security, and operational resilience 

• Building a culture of communication, education, and collaboration 

• Why professionals should develop an identity beyond their job title 

• The mindset required to continually reinvent yourself

   

Ryan's story is a powerful reminder that career paths don't have to be linear and that resilience, determination, and lifelong learning can create opportunities where none seem to exist. 

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In this episode of The Missing Piece Podcast, April Reed sits down with Christine Wessel, Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at Crossover Health, to explore how legal teams can become powerful drivers of innovation in healthcare. 

Christine shares her unconventional journey to becoming an attorney, the lessons she learned as Crossover Health's first in-house lawyer, and why she believes the best legal departments act as both the sword and shield of an organization—protecting against risk while clearing the path for growth. 

Together, they discuss: 

• Why legal should be a strategic business partner, not a roadblock

• The "sword and shield" framework for modern legal leadership

• How healthcare organizations can innovate while maintaining compliance

• The challenges and opportunities of AI in healthcare and legal practice

• HIPAA, patient privacy, and the guardrails necessary for responsible AI adoption

• Why human oversight remains essential in an age of automation

• Building a culture of curiosity, innovation, and mission-driven leadership

• The power of creative problem-solving in healthcare and beyond 

Whether you're a healthcare executive, attorney, technology leader, or someone navigating organizational change, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on leadership, innovation, and the future of healthcare. 

Key Takeaway: The most effective legal teams don't stop innovation—they help make it possible. 

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