Wisdom Board PULSE

This episode features the founding partner of a leading consumer venture capital fund, One Better Ventures, with an empowering investment thesis and powerful acumen.  John and his partners invest in, advise, and nurture purpose driven consumer goods companies through their own investment partnership. As a venture capitalist, John brings unique insights given his role running several CPG and related companies since 1999 – he is an expert in beer, beauty, household products, and now, emerging companies. John discusses with Wisdom Board his views on profit with purpose, the genesis for OBV, and his passion for supporting the entrepreneurs they invest in.  Listeners will enjoy his intellect, wisdom, and genuine nature.

This episode features the brilliant founder of SES, a leading mission-driven company passionate about ESOPs and optimizing employee ownership.  Jim, the founder of SES, is one of the world’s leading experts on ESOPs, a unique form of equity ownership structuring for private companies impacting over 10 million individual employees in the modern day.  Jim discusses his firm’s mission, the unique benefits of an ESOP, on both a relative and absolute basis, and a few war stories to boot. Any owner or board member of a larger private company should be mindful of the ESOP.

This episode features the enigmatic, genuine and undaunted founder of HINT, Kara Goldin. In this podcast, Kara offers a glimpse of her colorful career, inspiration for HINT, what motivates her, and a few special hints for our listeners ;) Kara also reminds us of the essential human pillars of hope, drive, and perseverance, and how she harnessed these powers for her own life. HINT is a special company that creates “products people love to use, so they can live healthier lives.” it's that simple.

This episode features Matthew Norquist, Partner at Korn Ferry. Here, Matt discusses his unique experiences with c-suite and board leaders in financial services, private equity and family offices. Matt also comments on his operating roles prior to the firm, what distinguishes the firm from its competition, and what drives his passion for his work.

This episode features Timothy A. A. Stiles, Partner and COO of KPMG SPARK. Here, he discusses his colorful career, the scale of the KPMG platform, and the unique offering provided to management by the SPARK managed accounting offering.

Tim further discusses his commitment to supporting entrepreneurs’ needs involving governance, efficient management and financial system protocols.

This episode features Robert T. Brown, Managing Director and CEO North America, Lincoln International. Here, he discusses his career journey and how he ended up in the banking industry. He does a deep dive into the importance of culture, people, and empowerment  at Lincoln International and how it drives the firm’s success. Robert also discusses Lincoln’s global expertise with private companies and shares essential insights for founders regarding exit considerations.