In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, leadership and business growth strategist René Johnson reveals how hidden “Power Profit Leaks™” in leadership, time, talent, and operations quietly drain an organization’s potential. As the Founder & CEO of Power Zone Coaching, René shares insights from 22+ years of helping leaders strengthen mindset, align teams, and build systems that drive sustainable growth. From personal leadership clarity to operational excellence, this conversation uncovers what it takes to lead profitably. Tune in to discover how plugging the right leaks can unlock your next level of growth.

Linkedin  : linkedin.com/in/renesjohnson

Website  : powerzonecoach.com

Email      : [email protected]

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Allison Brenner— I/O Psychology Consultant, executive coach, and founder of InnerVue—shares why true growth begins with understanding how we actually show up in the world. With more than 25 years of experience in behavioral assessment and leadership development, Allison reveals how honest feedback, emotional intelligence, and uncovering blind spots can unlock meaningful transformation for leaders and professionals alike. From building stronger self-awareness to aligning values with impact, this conversation dives deep into purposeful personal growth. Tune in to discover how feedback can become the catalyst for real change.

Linkedin  : linkedin.com/in/allisonbrenner

Website   : yourinnervue.com , Momentumatwork.com 

Email       : [email protected]

In this episode, Sunil Srivastava shares how he leads large-scale technology and AI-driven transformations across regulated industries—from MedTech to global financial institutions. With over 15 years of experience managing multimillion-dollar programs, Sunil reveals how leaders balance speed, compliance, and execution while building resilient teams and predictable delivery systems. From enterprise Agile adoption to real-world AI implementation, this conversation uncovers what sustainable transformation truly looks like. Tune in to learn how great leaders turn complexity into measurable impact.

Linkedin  : linkedin.com/in/sunil-srivastava 

Website   : www.agilelife360.com

Email       : [email protected]

In this episode, leadership strategist and executive coach Robina Bhasin uncovers the hidden beliefs, blind spots, and cultural misalignments that hold organizations back during transformation. Drawing on over 20 years of global HR and leadership experience, she shares how leaders can shift from tactical execution to strategic influence while building psychologically safe, high-performing teams. This conversation explores leadership growth, culture change, and sustainable organizational impact. Tune in to learn how true leadership transformation starts from within.

Linkedin  : linkedin.com/in/robina-bhasin

Website   : https://www.rmbtalentconsulting.com/

Email       : [email protected]

In this episode, executive coach and keynote speaker John Christy shares how leaders can build resilience, adapt confidently to uncertainty, and perform at their best in demanding environments. Drawing from his work with professionals navigating stress, conflict, and constant change, John reveals practical strategies that strengthen mindset, decision-making, and leadership effectiveness. This conversation explores the real skills behind sustainable success and personal growth. Tune in to discover how resilience becomes a leader’s greatest competitive advantage.

 Linkedin : linkedin.com/in/johnrchristy

Website  : johnrchristy.com  , johnrchristy.substack.com

Email      : [email protected]

In this episode, John Collins—engineering leader, startup founder, and former innovator at Microsoft, Apple, Snapchat, Vinted, and Flixbus—shares lessons from two decades of building technology used by millions worldwide. With eight patents, bestselling engineering insights, and global leadership experience, John reveals how technical vision, leadership culture, and customer obsession come together to create products people truly love. From scaling engineering teams to launching impactful ventures, this conversation dives deep into innovation at scale. Tune in to discover how leaders turn ideas into global impact.

Linkedin  : linkedin.com/in/johnchristophercollins

Website   : https://getyogen.com

Email       : [email protected]

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Vanessa Dean, ADHD Money Coach and Certified Financial Counseling Specialist, sheds light on the unique financial challenges women with ADHD face—and how to overcome them with clarity and compassion. Drawing from her own lived experience, Vanessa shares how mindset, habits, and brain-friendly systems can transform chaos into confidence.

Vanessa explains why traditional budgeting often fails women with ADHD and how personalized, judgment-free approaches create sustainable success. The conversation explores impulse spending, debt, emotional money patterns, and building budgets that actually work with—not against—the ADHD brain. She also discusses empowering young professionals and upcoming retirees to take control of their financial future without shame or overwhelm.

As a speaker and advocate, Vanessa highlights the importance of safe spaces, hands-on support, and reframing money beliefs to restore freedom and peace of mind. This episode is a powerful resource for entrepreneurs, professionals, and leaders navigating ADHD and finances. Tune in to learn how awareness, mindset shifts, and practical tools can help you move from financial chaos to lasting control.

Linkedin    : linkedin.com/in/vanessa-dean-adhd-money-coach

Website     : www.vanessamdean.com

Gmail         : [email protected]

Facebook  : https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068231148573

Instagram  :  https://www.instagram.com/vanessa_dean_adhd_money_coach/

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Thomas Kolditz shares hard-earned lessons from a lifetime of leading in crisis and “in extremis” environments.

A retired U.S. Army general officer and globally recognized strategic leader, Thomas is a highly selective professional leadership coach certified by the International Coaching Federation, where he has been ranked among the top coaches worldwide. Known for his powerful presence and depth of experience, he is also a sought-after public speaker and global expert on leading through high-stakes, life-and-death circumstances.

Thomas is the founder of five successful leader development start-ups, including the West Point Leadership Center, the Leader Development Program at the Yale School of Management, and the Doerr Institute for New Leaders at Rice University—institutions dedicated to shaping principled, resilient leaders across sectors.

Linkedin   : linkedin.com/in/tom-kolditz-7116a3

Website   : tomkolditz.com 

Email       : [email protected]

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Mike Shoemake shares insights from over two decades in software development and leadership—building and mentoring high-performing engineering teams in fast-moving tech environments.

With director-level experience leading teams ranging from 10 to 100 members, Mike brings deep expertise in cloud infrastructure, including six years working with Kubernetes and AWS. He has successfully managed remote and distributed teams for more than 12 years across four different companies, navigating the complexities of scale, collaboration, and performance in digital-first environments.

As both a hands-on developer and a strategic leader, Mike believes in casting a clear vision—prioritizing efficiency, teamwork, and continuous technical growth. His leadership style centers on mentorship, alignment, and creating cultures where engineers thrive and deliver quality software at scale.

Linkedin  : linkedin.com/in/mike-shoemake-csm-14904963

Website   : https://medium.com/@atlantatechie

Email      : [email protected]

In this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show, Kennon Bauman reveals how leaders can map their “Leadership DNA” in just 90 minutes using science-backed psychological insight.

As a certified practitioner of Hogan Assessments, Kennon helps leaders uncover how they lead at their best, how they derail under stress, and what truly drives their decision-making. Unlike vague or overly political feedback, Hogan’s research-based assessments provide clear, actionable data grounded in decades of psychological science.

With over 20 years of experience leading elite cyber and intelligence teams, Kennon brings real-world leadership depth to his coaching practice. Today, he works with high-performing leaders to translate self-awareness into strategic action and measurable impact.

Linkedin     : linkedin.com/in/kennon-bauman-b5b9b428b

Website      : questcoach.me

Email          :  [email protected]

Instagram  : https://www.instagram.com/kennonc.bauman