The Edge

O n this episode of The Edge, host Tim Leman sits down with Ashley Bontrager Lehman, Founder & CEO of Ember Recreational Vehicles. Ashley shares her journey from growing up in a family deeply rooted in the RV industry to forging her own path as an entrepreneur. She opens up about launching a business during the pandemic, the power of branding, and navigating family dynamics in business. They also...

Lane Monson , founder of Platinum Circle Coaching, and co-host Taylor Covey dive into his leadership journey from CEO to entrepreneur to executive coach. Lane talks about leveraging structure for good, how the greatest leaders work on their thoughts & beliefs, and the power of authentic connection.  Connect with Lane o n LinkedIn . Learn more about Platinum Circle Coaching .      Key Takeaways: Gr...

Crystal Miller joins co-host Courtney Montfort to talk about mentorship, co re values, compassion, and family . Crystal is the President of IU Health Foundatio n and Senior Vice President for IU Health , leading philanthropy and sustainability efforts. In this episode, she and Courtney explore how values are always at the foundation of the health system's efforts to not only provide more robust cl...

Adam Frederico, owner of Utah's Frederico Outdoor Living and an EOS Implementer , joins co-host Taylor Covey to talk about his journey to entrepreneurship and taking over the family business. They discuss the impact EOS has had in aligning his team to one vision. Adam shares his leadership approach to helping others become the best versions of themselves . They also explore the importance of chang...

Sally Leyes join s co-host Courtney Montfort to talk about what set her on a trajectory of taking risks and trying new things. She discusses her 17+year journey with Cummins Inc., a global power solutions technology leader headquartered in Columbus, Indiana , and shares lessons from the new roles & challenges she said yes to along the way .      Connect with Sally on LinkedIn . Learn more about C...

Host Tim Leman is joined by South Bend (IN) teen Rima for this episode of The Edge . Rima was recently named Midwest Youth of the Year for the Boys & Girls Club and is one of just six teens competing at Nationals. She and Tim discuss the impact Club has made on her life – teaching her fundamental values and pushing her to raise the bar. Rima has found her voice and passio n for advocac y ; she has...

Dr. Carrazco of Happy Kids Pediatrics, a family-run practice in Arizona , joins co-host Alex Rodriguez, to discuss his leadership journey, reflect on his blessings, and share valuable life lessons . He talks about humility , as well as finding & following your passion . Dr. Carrazco and Alex also explore w hat makes a cohesive team and the importance of surrounding yourself with the ri ght people....

Kara Woolsey, CEO of Mom Water, joins co-host Courtney Montfort to explore the importance of asking questions and looking at things through different lenses. She discusses Mom Water's unique origin story and her own leap of faith , while also diving into the vital importance of people and culture .     Connect with Kara on LinkedIn . Learn more about Mom Water .     Key Takeaways: The  Mom Water S...

Julie Wright is the Vice President of Employee Engagement at Royal United Mortgage, a national mortgage lender headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Julie joins co-host Courtney Montfort to share a glimpse into her talk "Dear Younger Self , " where she reflects on the challenges she faced 10 years ago when she began a new role. She discusses the lessons she learned during that time and how she h...

Onesimo (Mo) Vigil is the CEO of Inteli -Care, a locally owned , non-medical home health care provider based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Mo joins co- host Alex Rodriguez to share what he has learned throughout his journey as an entrepreneur . They also discuss the importance of family and how their support makes all the difference in running a successful business.   Connect with Mo on LinkedIn . L...

Larry Swank is the founder and chairman of S terling Group , a developer and manager of multi - family housing and self-storage units based in Indiana. Larry joins host Tim Leman on The Edge to share his journey as an entrepreneur.  He discusses the importance of intuition, learning from mistakes, and staying focused, while also providing valuable insights into the challenges and rewards of runnin...

Clint Squadroni , CEO of InXpress , joins co-host Taylor Covey on The Edge to discuss the importance of mentorship, giving back to the community , and how work ethic has given Clint his  edge in life . They also dive into the defining qualities of  effective leadership and the paths that lead to personal and professional success. Connect with Clint on LinkedIn . Learn more about InXpress .     Key...

H ost Tim Leman introduces the dynamic trio of co - hosts for Season 6 : Alex Rodriguez, Courtney Montfort, and Taylor Covey. Together they dive into their motivations for becoming co- hosts and share their passion for connecting with people . Tune in to discover how these hosts find their edge and embrace the thrill of trying new things.   Connect with Alex Rodriguez , Courtney Montfort , and Tay...

Justin Breen , a self-described "dad who happens to be an entrepreneur," joins host Tim Leman on The Edge Podcast. Justin is hyper-focused on connecting Visionaries – he has made it his life's wor k . He and Tim also discuss the importance of family and how Justin strives to "win at the right game ," to always keep trying to be a better dad.  Connect with Justin on LinkedIn . Learn more about his...

Grace Grant is Executive Director of Gamma Iota Sigma, a collegiate organization for students interested in insurance & risk management. Grace joins host Tim Leman on The Edge to discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in the industry and explore what students are looking for from internships & careers, as well as what makes for transformational teams and where she has found her edge.  Co...

Stephanie Parra is a trailblazer in Arizona. She joins host Tim Leman o n The Edge to discuss the work her organization, ALL In Education, is doing to advocate for equity, opportunity, and justice for all students. Stephanie & Tim talk about the importance of a human-centered de sign approach, shifting the narrative & perspective, and what makes her team unique & impactful. Connect with  Stephanie...

Cina Welch, President & CEO of FCCI Insurance Group, joins host Tim Leman to share lessons and perspectives from her leadership journey. Together they discuss the important role mentorship plays, how work ethic has given Cina an edge , her commitment to authenticity, a s well as her l ove of travel & adventure.   Connect with Cina on LinkedIn . Learn more abou t FCCI Insurance Group .   Key Takeaw...

Juliana Lindsay, a Professional EOS Implementer from Utah , joins host Tim Leman to discuss the lessons she's learned as a mom and entrepreneur . They explore the impact EOS has had on her life – personally, family, and professionally , especially the importance of letting go of the vine. Juliana & Tim also talk about the importance of peer groups, getting the right people in the right seats, cast...

Amy Bruske of Kolbe Corp joins host Tim Leman to discuss the unique ways we each take action and how understanding these striving instincts can be impactful in the workplace as well as at home. She sh ares about her leadership journey, advice for family businesses, and what makes for a strong team . Amy also talks about how she found her edge and how she has harnessed it to achieve success.   Conn...

Andrea Sloan , President of GroundBreakers , joins host Tim Leman to discuss her passion for creating culture and growth. They explore lessons she learned from her time in the military, the impact EOS has had on her as a leader and on the organization, as well as her fearlessness, which Andrea says is her edge in life.   Connect with A ndrea on LinkedIn . Learn more about GroundBreakers .   Key Ta...

James Mueller, Mayor of the City of South Bend (IN), joins host Tim Leman to give a glimpse into city government and what it takes to manage a diverse group of stakeholders with competing interests. They talk about James' unique path to public service , the importance of communication, rising to meet the needs of your team , and setting an organization on a sustainable path for the future.    Conn...

Pedro Cons , CEO of Adelante Healthcare, joins host Tim Leman to discuss how he and his organization strive to close the gaps in care for their patients . They talk about the critical role collaboration and partnership play in achieving that vision. Pedro also shares about the importance of mentorship, emotio nal intelligence, and embracing situational leadership.   Connect with Pedro on LinkedIn...

Adam Kronk , Chief Culture & Leadership Development Officer at Lippert, shares lessons from his unique career journey . Adam & Tim also discuss his intentionality around creating genuine encounters with team members and family.   Connect with Adam on LinkedIn . Learn more about Lippert .    Key Takeaways: What is a Chief Culture Officer? ( 1:30) Separating culture from traditional  HR (4:35) Commi...

Julio Martinez joins host Tim Leman to talk about building personal relationships, trust, and teams . As CEO of Mno-Bmadsen , the non-gaming investment of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi, Juli o shares a unique leadership perspective on how to keep culture at the forefront when bringing together people and co mpanies across an array of industrie s and expertise .    Connect with Julio on LinkedIn ....

In this episode of The Edge Podcast, Mark Bundy shares about his early leadership lessons , emphasizing the importance of a strong work ethic, leading by example, and respecting competitors. From his over 20 years of experience as a COO in the insurance industry, Mark offers valuable insights on key characteristics to look for when recruiting sales professionals , connecting and coaching salespeop...