Leadership Lounge

Samii and Mitch sit down with Marty Metro, Founder and CEO of Used Cardboard Boxes and UCB Environmental. Marty shares why he walked away from a successful technology consulting career, how his first venture, Boomerang Boxes, failed and left him deep in debt, and how he rebuilt the idea into a national business with about 175 employees. We also dive into why failure teaches what success cannot, wh...

In this episode, Samii and Mitch sit down with Bryon Morrison, Cofounder and CEO of proxy and creator and host of The Leaders List Show. Bryon shares his entrepreneurial journey, the vision behind proxy, and what he has learned helping founders close the gap between strategy and execution. We also dive into the difference between a chief of staff and an executive assistant, the founder bottleneck,...

In this episode, Samii and Mitch sit down with Dylan Gambardella, Founder and CEO of Different Health. Dylan shares his entrepreneurial journey, the vision behind Different Health, and what he has learned building and leading a company in the health and wellness space. We also dive into the connection between health, performance, and leadership, including practical habits that can make a meaningfu...

In this episode, Samii and Mitch sit down with Das Nobel, Founder and CEO of MTX Group, to discuss one of the most remarkable entrepreneurial journeys you will hear. After immigrating to the United States from humble beginnings in Bangladesh, Das and his wife, Nipa Nobel, built MTX Group from scratch into a globally recognized technology company serving governments and enterprises around the world...

In this episode, Samii and Mitch sit down with Rich Balot, CEO of Victra, the largest Verizon Authorized Retailer in the United States. Rich shares his leadership journey, the lessons he has learned building and leading high-performing teams, and what it takes to create a culture that continues to win as organizations grow. The conversation also dives into the importance of CEO Coaching, why great...

In this episode, Samii and Mitch sit down with Case Kenny, a must-listen special guest and one of the most influential voices in mindfulness and modern leadership today. Case is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, and host of the widely popular New Mindset, Who Dis? podcast, whose work has been featured on Good Morning America, The Today Show, Forbes, and major national media outlets. This convers...

In this episode, Samii and Mitch sit down with serial entrepreneur Juan Grobler, Founder and CEO of Global Footprints, to break down what it really takes to scale a business and exit successfully. Juan shares the key lesson that changed everything: you can’t be the “magic” in your business – you have to duplicate yourself through people, systems, and culture. He also dives into his experience with...

In this episode, Samii and Mitch sit down with Grace Barnard and Daen Wombwell, Co-Founders of NIW Companies based in Plano, TX, to share how they built a business from scratch, pushed through years of adversity, and ultimately achieved a successful exit. They dive into leadership, hiring the right people, letting go as founders, and the discipline required to scale with integrity. The conversatio...

In this episode, Samii and Mitch are joined by Ben Strake, Co-Founder and President of Premier M&A Advisors based in St Louis, MO. Ben shares how he successfully manages multiple companies at scale, the leadership principles that keep his teams aligned, and what separates great operators from average ones. We dive into decision-making, delegation, and the habits required to grow businesses tha...

In this episode, Samii and Mitch are joined by Kyle Waldrep, Founder and CEO of Dottid based in Dallas, TX, and also the co-host of the podcast Intersections. Kyle opens up about his passion for entrepreneurship, faith, and leadership sharing best practices for the next generation of innovators. He reveals how resilience, purpose, and strong values can shape both business success and personal grow...

In this episode, Samii and Mitch are joined by Jim Shields, entrepreneur, investor, attorney, and author of Wealth That Lasts. With decades of experience guiding business owners through exits, and transitions, Jim shares hard-won lessons, introduces his new venture Lighhouse Value Partners, and explains why true wealth is measures not just in capital, but in values and legacy.

In this episode, Samii and Mitch are joined by Dave Wescott, serial entrepreneur and CEO of Evergreen Brands. Dave is an inspiring entrepreneur, marathon runner, motivational speaker, and dedicated husband and father of three. Dave reveals how he balances growing a thriving business with being present for his family, offering practical tips and heartfelt insights on living a life by design.

In this episode, Samii and Mitch are joined by Sean Magennis, entrepreneur, former President and COO of YPO Global, and currently heading up Global Member Development at Tiger 21. Sean is a titan of leadership and business growth with over three decades of experience nurturing global companies to sustainable success. Sean also shares his dedication to peer learning and talks about best practices o...

Episode description: Samii and Mitch are joined by Mark Moses, Founding Partner and Executive Chairman of CEO Coaching International, to discuss his book “Making Big Happen.” Listen to hear how he helps business leaders create and implement repeatable processes that help them achieve growth.