PinLeader Podcast

Many people believe they have a book in them, but knowing where to begin can be the hardest part. Host Dr. Shanda Gore talks with PinLeader™ Press Publishing Associate Ms. Katie Gilliland, who is also the Owner of Finch & Fern Book Co.  Learn how authors can turn meaningful ideas, leadership lessons, and professional expertise into nonfiction books that can have an impact on leaders who need i...

What can the Great Lakes teach us about success? Host Dr. Shanda Gore sits down with Ms. Kate Fineske, Executive Director of the National Museum of the Great Lakes, to explore how the stories of Great Lakes captains, communities, and innovators continue to offer valuable insights for modern organizations. Hear how resilience, innovation, and recognizing the value of the assets around you can help...

What can leaders learn from musicians? More than you might think. Recording musician and producer Mr. Peter Kharchenko joins host Dr. Shanda Gore to explore how improvisation, adaptability, and collaboration shape both music and leadership.   This episode is sponsored by Mavillino Custom Homes and the MANE™ Intelligence Network.

What if your business card could talk? Host Dr. Shanda Gore sits down with Pharmacist and Entrepreneur, Ms. Kim Newlove, to explore how leaders can use podcasting to build credibility, expand their influence, and create meaningful connections. Ms. Newlove shares her six-step framework for creating a podcast that works as a strong extension of your personal brand. This episode sponsored by Mavillin...

What happens when AI becomes more than a tool and starts acting like a digital assistant or even a member of your team? Host Dr. Shanda Gore talks with Mr. Marc Kramer, Serial Entrepreneur and Senior Lecturer of Entrepreneurship at VinUniversity about the rise of AI agents, the future of business, what workforce members need to do, and the leadership challenges organizations will face as artificia...

Have you ever faced a circumstance where you wished you were better prepared? Did you put off creating a plan thinking you were doing fine by addressing a situation only when it was right in front of you?  Do you react to circumstances by avoiding or adapting? Catch this short PinPoint Moment with host Dr. Shanda Gore as she provides the different levels of success for those individuals and organi...

Scams targeting businesses are rising rapidly, and technology is changing the game. Host Dr. Shanda Gore sits down with Mr. Lane Montz, President and CEO of the BBB of Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan to discuss the growing threats facing businesses today... from online fraud and social media scams to AI voice cloning and digital impersonation.   This episode is sponsored by  Ambrosia’s Autom...

Are you building trust—or expecting it? Host Dr. Shanda Gore is joined by Steve Watkins, Reporter for Investor's Business Daily, to talk about the impact of trust in today’s workplace. Fresh off his latest article featuring Dr. Gore, this conversation goes deeper into how trust shapes culture, drives results, and defines leadership success. This episode is sponsored by  Ambrosia’s Automotive  and ...

What does it take to build an award-winning business community? Host Dr. Shanda Gore sits down with Tiffany Bosch, President and CEO of the Sylvania Chamber of Commerce, to discuss how the chamber earned the 2025 Outstanding Chamber of the Year Award in Ohio. Hear about the evolving role of chambers of commerce and how they’re helping to build a thriving business community.   This episode is spons...

Purpose-driven leadership isn’t just about vision, it’s about impact. Host Dr. Shanda Gore speaks with Dr. Marvin Whitfield, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Ohio, about how mentorship is helping shape future leaders and strengthen communities.  This episode is sponsored by Ambrosia’s Automotive and Shannon Roof: PSA & HSE: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Koehler Realty.

What does it take to lead one of the top museums in the country? Host Dr. Shanda Gore sits down with Dr. Adam Levine, the Edward Drummond and Florence Scott Libbey President, Director and CEO of the Toledo Museum of Art. He shares insights on leading a top-ranked institution, fostering culture building, and strategically preparing organizations for a rapidly evolving future.  This episode sponsore...

What does it mean to be brilliant, busy, and blessed? Dr. Shanda Gore sits down with Ms. Renata Jordan— retired military veteran, author, and actress in Tyler Perry’s, The Six Triple Eight. She shares how service, discipline, and purpose shaped her journey from the military to the screen.  This episode is sponsored by  Ambrosia’s Automotive  and Principal Real Estate Advisor and Agent Development...

Workplaces are changing– fast. In today’s PinLeader Podcast, Host Dr. Shanda Gore speaks with Ms. Heather Mallette, President of the Northwest Ohio Human Resources Association to break down how strategic HR is driving better culture, stronger teams, and more proactive leadership. This episode is sponsored by  Ambrosia’s Automotive  and Principal Real Estate Advisor and Agent Development Coach  Sha...

What does it take to lead through growth? Host Dr. Shanda Gore sits down with Jeff Jackson, President & CEO of WesBanco, to discuss how leaders can prepare for growth, maintain culture across teams, and stay aligned through change. They also explore the future of AI in financial services and key leadership lessons from the top.   This episode is sponsored by Ambrosia’s Automotive and Principal...

What does it really take to perform at a high level—without burning out? Host Dr. Shanda Gore talks with International Keynote Speaker, Author and Coach, Dr. Antonio Harrison, who shares how leaders can use behavior, clarity, and intentional action to drive performance, strengthen culture, and create lasting impact… without sacrificing well-being. This episode is sponsored by Ambrosia’s Automotive...

Feeling overwhelmed at work? Is there too much on your plate? Maybe moving forward in business isn’t about adding more, but letting go. Host Dr. Shanda Gore discusses decluttering your business life with Ms. Amy Hall and Ms. Stayce Fowler, Co-Hosts of The Conversation and the Co-Founders of Sister to Sister. Hear how to recognize when habits, processes, or commitments need to change and how to rel...

What drives performance beyond metrics and results? Host Dr. Shanda Gore talks with Anne Grady Services COO and Clinical Counselor Mr. Shyam Suchak about how everyday mental wellness, core beliefs, and self-regulation shape leadership effectiveness.  This episode sponsored by Principal Real Estate Advisor and Agent Development Coach Shannon Roof and State Farm Insurance Agent Brian Davis.

In this special episode of the PinLeader Podcast, Dr. Shanda Gore reflects on the one-year anniversary of her book, The PinLeader Path. Joined by her husband and Guest Host, MAYS advisor Mr. Bob Gore, the two will take a look back at her journey since the book’s release— sharing insights on meeting people who have read the book, having discussions at her book signings and what the message has mean...

Mental health can directly impact performance, culture, and leadership. Host Dr. Shanda Gore speaks with Clinical Psychologist Dr. Andrea Mata about the growing mental health needs in our communities. She shares the patterns she’s seeing among young adults entering the workforce, what leaders often misunderstand about mental health versus performance issues, and the conversations many managers avo...

What does it take to pivot an organization without losing its purpose, or its people? Host Dr. Shanda Gore sits down with Ms. Jacqueline Johnson, the new Board Chair of the M&A Culture Building Institute, who shares the four pillars guiding their mission, the signals that sparked a strategic pivot, and the leadership lessons learned during transition. This episode sponsored by J. Foster Jewele...

Tax season doesn’t have to mean stress and surprises. Host Dr. Shanda Gore sits down with financial advisor Jason Harris* as he breaks down what proactive tax planning looks like, how small business owners can avoid common mistakes, and how to be “audit-ready.”    This episode sponsored by J. Foster Jewelers and State Farm Insurance Agent Brian Davis   *Equitable is the brand name of the retiremen...

What does it take to lead with credibility when the public is always watching? Host Dr. Shanda Gore talks with Ms. Kristian Brown, Evening News Anchor at 13abc, as she reflects on more than two decades in broadcast journalism and the lessons that come from building trust over time. From adapting to constant change to navigating challenges, Ms. Brown shares what it means to stay grounded while work...

What if where you start doesn’t get to decide on where you finish? Host Dr. Shanda Gore sits down with Mr. Tom Seeman, author of the national bestselling memoir, Animals I Want To See. From growing up in the projects of Toledo to imagining a future beyond what was visible, this conversation explores how self-direction, values, and personal responsibility shape the way we influence others—and why t...

What does it mean to bet on yourself? Host Dr. Shanda Gore talks with musician and independent artist Mr. Thaddaeus Washington, who shares the defining moments that shaped his journey and the risks he took when success wasn’t guaranteed. He reflects on building meaningful work, and how lessons from jazz—like listening, adaptability, and trust—translate directly to leadership in music, business, an...

Leaders don’t just carry responsibilities—they carry messages. In Part 2 of Host Dr. Shanda Gore's interview, Olympic Gold Medalist Scott Hamilton challenges the internal and external voices that tell us who we can’t be, reminding leaders to question criticism, own their humanity, and stop carrying what was never theirs to begin with.  This episode sponsored by State Farm Insurance Agent Brian Dav...