The JOY CEO

Episode 22 - Manifesting Love and Partnership: How Lori and Michael Pine Built a Life by Design In this warm and deeply personal episode, Lori Pine—executive coach, podcast host, and former corporate leader—invites her husband, Michael Pine , to share their love story and the lessons they’ve learned about building a lasting, intentional partnership. From a chance meeting to blending families and c...

Episode 21: The Power of Forgiveness in Leadership — Drop the Rocks and Claim Your Joy In this episode of The Joy CEO Podcast , I’m diving into a topic that’s been truly transformative in my own leadership journey: forgiveness . For so many high-achieving professionals, the weight we carry isn’t just from deadlines or responsibilities—it’s from unhealed moments of the past. I share the four types...

Ep 20: This isn’t Rocket Science. It’s Relationship Science. With Ira Gleser, Author of Stewardship for Business and Longtime Leader at Coke and Microsoft 💡 Episode Summary In this insightful and connection-driven conversation, Lori Pine sits down with Ira Gleser —former Coca-Cola colleague, #1 Amazon bestselling author, and executive coach—to explore how stewardship and relationship-building can...

Ep 19 - Flourish Where Your Feet Are: A Framework for Thriving at Work 💡 Episode Summary Too often, high-achieving professionals think flourishing means landing the next role, title, or opportunity. But what if the key to thriving is right where you are? In this episode, Lori Pine—former corporate VP turned executive coach—introduces her CRUSH framework , a powerful tool designed to help you clar...

Ep 18 - Reinventing Yourself and Leading with Heart: Insights from Jennifer Kay Summary: In this insightful and wisdom-filled conversation, Lori sits down with Jennifer Kay—an executive search professional and coach with 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and biosciences industries. From building teams for breakthrough cancer treatments at Merck and Moderna to guiding leaders through car...

Ep 17: Leading a Team of Chief Critics: How to Shift From Problem-Focused to Progress-Driven 💡 Episode Summary Every leader has faced it: the meeting where every idea gets dissected, progress stalls, and your team bonds more over problems than solutions. In this episode, Lori Pine shares how to flip the script—from a culture of criticism to one that fuels trust, momentum, and innovation. Drawing...

Stop Leading Alone: How Community Fuels Clarity, Courage, and Joy Leadership isn’t meant to be a solo act—and yet, too many high performers are stuck trying to prove themselves alone. In this solo episode, Lori Pine unpacks the underestimated power of community for ambitious leaders. From personal stories of game-changing circles to hard data on how connection boosts confidence, career milestones,...

Episode 15: The Power of Personal Brand: Why Clarity Is Your Career Currency with Mallika Malhotra Summary: In this empowering and wisdom-filled episode, Lori sits down with Mallika Malhotra —a branding strategist, speaker, and author with over two decades of experience spanning global giants like Unilever and L’Oréal to her own entrepreneurial ventures. Mallika shares her journey of reinvention,...

Episode 14: Leading With Seasonal Wisdom Summary: In this reflective and energizing episode of The Joy CEO Podcast , Lori explores how seasonal transitions—especially the shift from summer to fall—can become powerful opportunities for recalibration. Instead of rushing headfirst into the September “pileup,” Lori invites high-achieving professionals to embrace the wisdom of pausing, filtering outdat...

Episode 13: Skill, Timing, and the “Luck” You Create: Lessons from a Global Brand Leader Matt Wemple Summary: In this rich and wide-ranging conversation, Lori sits down with longtime friend and Coca-Cola Senior Director, Matt Wemple , to unpack a career journey that’s anything but linear. From aspiring rock star to law enforcement hopeful, to discovering his calling in consumer packaged goods, Mat...

Episode 12 — The Joy Dip™: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Rise From It Summary: In this honest and empowering solo episode, Lori Pine unpacks a leadership reality few talk about—the “joy dip.” Even the most accomplished leaders can find themselves momentarily diminished when comparing their journey to someone else’s highlight reel. Drawing from her own humbling moment at a world-class work...

Episode 11 — Seasoned with Purpose: Stacey Hawkins on Nourishment, Friendship & Reclaiming Joy Summary: In this heartwarming and flavorful conversation, Lori sits down with her dear friend and culinary entrepreneur Stacey Hawkins to explore how joy, friendship, and purpose can transform your life—and your dinner table. From corporate burnout to building a thriving spice and seasoning brand, St...

Episode 10 — The Vacation Advantage: Why Great Leaders Know When to Log Off Summary: In this candid and energizing solo episode, Lori explores a surprising superpower that many leaders underestimate: taking a real vacation . Drawing from her own story—where a life-changing trip to Paris with her sons became the moment she finally unplugged—Lori challenges the culture of hustle and the badge of bus...

Episode 9 — Boardrooms & Baby Bottles: The Dual Life of Liza Maschi, a Courageous Leader Summary In this inspiring and honest conversation, Lori sits down with Liza Maschi—Vice President at Kraft Heinz—to talk about the bold moves, personal sacrifices, and joyful wins that shaped her career journey. From starting as an intern to becoming a senior executive at brands like Coca-Cola, Danone, and...

Ep 8: Breaking Free from the Exception Trap: Redefining Success on Your Own Terms Summary: In this deeply honest and empowering solo episode, Lori Pine shares her personal story of breaking free from The Exception Trap —the pressure to always overperform, over-deliver, and prove your worth. As a former corporate VP and now executive coach, Lori invites listeners into the emotional cost of being “t...

Episode 7 — Breaking Barriers & Embracing Change: A Leadership Journey with Nan Weaver Chambers Summary: In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of The Joy CEO Podcast , Lori Pine sits down with Nan Weaver Chambers—corporate leader, trailblazer, and dear friend—to talk about the power of resilience, relationships, and rising with joy. From being the first woman in her role at Coca-Cola to navi...

Episode 6 — Navigating Uncertainty: Mindset, Preparation & Grace Through Career Transitions Summary: In this timely and supportive episode of The Joy CEO Podcast , host Lori Pine offers a grounded, compassionate guide for high-achieving professionals navigating corporate reorganizations, layoffs, or role uncertainty. Drawing from her own experience and her work as an executive coach, Lori shar...

Episode 5 — From Burnout to Business Success: The Journey of Jenifer Namestka Summary: In this honest and inspiring episode of The Joy CEO Podcast , Lori Pine sits down with Jenifer Namestka—founder and CEO of AVO Solutions—to explore her journey from corporate burnout to entrepreneurial success. After being laid off from a traditional role, Jenifer turned uncertainty into opportunity, building a...

Episode 1 — From Setback to Superstar Comeback: My Friend and Leadership Powerhouse, Justin Honaman Summary: We’re kicking off The Joy CEO podcast with someone who holds a special place in my professional heart and who has been a big part of my journey— Justin Honaman . Justin was my last manager at Coca-Cola, and over the last 15 years, we’ve been through it all together: career highs, painful lo...

Episode 2 — What I’d Tell My 25-Year-Old Self About Career, Control & Joy Summary: Ever wish you could go back and give your younger self a little advice—the kind that saves you from burnout, confusion, and running in circles trying to prove yourself? In this solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing the three most powerful lessons I’ve learned in my career—ones I wish someone had...

Episode 3 — The Soft Skills That Shape Strong Leaders with Dr. Susan Dean Summary: In this vulnerable and wisdom-packed conversation, Lori sits down with Dr. Susan Dean—an executive operations leader, educator, and researcher—to explore the leadership moments that shaped her. From running teams of 200+ to picking blueberries on a conveyor belt in 100-degree heat, Dr. Dean shares what she’s learned...

Episode 4 — Why I Built My Leadership Brand Around JOY (And You Should Too) Summary: Why build an entire business—and now a podcast—around joy ? In this intimate solo episode, Lori pulls back the curtain on the moment she walked away from her high-powered VP role and made the boldest, most strategic decision of her life: to lead with joy. Spoiler: Joy isn’t fluffy. It’s her anchor, her methodology...

Welcome to the Joy CEO podcast. I'm your host, Lori Pine. If you're a high achieving woman in corporate, navigating the demands of leadership while striving for something more, more impact, more success, and yes, more. Joy, you're in the right place. I see you. You're driven, ambitious, and constantly pushing for that next level. But with all the effort, all the hours, all the expectations, you mi...