AhHa Moments

What separates successful executives from truly impactful leaders? In Episode 11 of AhHa Moments , Inspire11 Founders Alban, Hans, and Kevin, sit down with Carol Lavin Bernick and Josh Hale of Big Shoulders Fund to explore how the best leaders apply business principles to create lasting impact beyond the enterprise.  This is a conversation about leadership at its highest level. Together, they unpa...

Steel has always been the backbone of American progress; holding up our cities, connecting our communities, powering the everyday. At LeJeune Steel, it’s becoming something more: a platform for progress, where tradition and innovation forge a smarter future. In this episode of Eleven Minutes, CEO Shane Shipman and CFO Pam Presthus join Hans Nelson, CEO of Inspire11, to explore how they’re transfor...

Alban, Hans, and Kevin sit down with Lenee Wolf, Chief Administrative Officer at Northern Trust, to explore whether today’s AI surge signals a bubble or a genuine shift. They trace past booms, look at how enterprise leaders are navigating risk, and unpack what real, practical adoption looks like inside a highly regulated institution. A clear, concise take on hype, history, and what resilience requ...

Alban, Hans, and Kevin are joined by Joyce Mullen and Dee Burger of Insight Enterprises to celebrate Inspire11’s ninth anniversary—and to reflect on the bold next chapter: joining Insight Enterprises. Together, they discuss how this partnership came to be and how it opens the door to entirely new possibilities.

Healthcare is at a crossroads. Rising costs, fragmented systems, and outdated models continue to strain patients and providers alike. But what happens when leaders decide to flip the script — putting people and outcomes at the center instead of transactions? In this conversation, Danny Sanchez, CEO of EmpiRx Health, and Alban Mehmeti, Founder & CEO of Inspire11, sit down to discuss how bold id...

From breaking global business barriers to shattering ocean racing records, Bryon Ehrhart lives where average doesn’t exist. In this episode, Hans, Alban and Kevin sit down with Bryon Ehrhart, Global Head of Growth and Strategic Development at AON and world record-breaking sailing Captain, as he shares how a lifetime of competing at the highest levels—on the water and in the boardroom—has shaped hi...

What happens when a real estate company stops thinking in square footage—and starts thinking in possibility?  In this episode of Eleven Minutes , we sit down with Dennis Hall, Chief Technology Officer at MetroNational, the team behind Houston’s dynamic Memorial City. Dennis isn’t just modernizing real estate—he’s reimagining it.  From connected infrastructure and intelligent buildings to digital-f...

This Eleven Minutes episode kicks off a special chapter of Eleven Minutes —one that goes beyond digital transformation to explore human transformation.  In this episode, we sit down with Sean Safieh, CIO of the America’s Sedgwick, a global organization that touches the lives of millions during some of their most vulnerable moments. But this isn’t just a story about scale—it’s about soul. About how...

At Inspire11, we believe in turning big ideas into real-world impact. That’s why we’re bringing Eleven Minutes —our original video series that spotlights the changemakers, innovators, and rebels reshaping industries—into podcast form on our AhHa Moments channel.  In each episode, you’ll hear the stories behind the breakthroughs. The moments where vision meets velocity. Where strategy meets heart....

We’re not just in a tech cycle — we’re in a fundamental shift. In this episode of  AhHa Moments , the Inspire11 founders explore why adaptability — not just AI — will define the next era of business. From outdated systems and massive infrastructure gaps to the rise of digital agents and reimagined workflows, this conversation unpacks what’s holding companies back and what it takes to truly move fo...

Alban, Hans, and Kevin sit down with Kent Dauten, Co-Founder of Keystone Capital, to explore the journey of building and leading an elite private equity firm. They discuss how humility, collaboration, and a focus on values drive success in a fast-changing world, along with the importance of giving back and supporting charitable efforts.

Alban, Hans, and Kevin welcome Albert Thigpen to discuss the power of disruption in healthcare and other industries. They explore the role of calculated risks, agility, and trust in driving innovation, highlight AI’s potential in healthcare, and reflect on how bold partnerships spark transformation.

Alban, Hans, and Kevin discuss how luck can influence business success, the importance of taking bold risks, and the journey of their first guest, Jake Schwartz, in shaping the company’s trajectory.

Join Alban, Hans, and Kevin as they explore the power of human connection in business, discuss the benefits of a giving mindset, and share the story behind the name "Inspire11." Learn how fostering genuine relationships and practicing servant leadership can drive success and personal growth.

Find out what the BMW Workforce is all about as Alban, Hans and Kevin discuss the ways a prolonged bull market has shaped today’s professional landscape. They share insights on how years of economic prosperity have influenced workforce behaviors and habits, highlighting the critical need for resilience and strong fundamentals to thrive in any market.

Alban and Hans recount pivotal experiences that have molded their personal and professional lives and catalyzed the creation of one of the fastest-growing consulting organizations in the US, Inspire11. This episode sets the tone for what is to come: unconventional perspectives on what is shaping the world and what we can do about it, candid stories from lived experiences, dad jokes and puns, and m...

Join Alban Mehmeti and Hans Nelson, the founders of Inspire11, as they share unedited stories and behind the scenes looks at the business world, and have fun doing it. By building their own company, they've seen the heights of success and navigated times of uncertainty.   They'll share pivotal 'ah-ha' moments that have defined their careers, dissect trends in business and technolog...