Culture From the Heart

In this episode of Culture From the Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Brandon West, the founder and Chief Purpose Officer of PHOS Creative, a marketing agency dedicated to cultivating trust and awareness online. The conversation dives deep into the meaning of 'Culture From the Heart' and the importance of authenticity in leadership. Brandon emphasizes the significance...

In this episode of Culture From the Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Mark Murphy, CEO of Northeast Private Client Group. They explore pivotal leadership concepts such as the importance of growing people, the irreplaceable role of culture, and the distinctive philosophy of net weaving over networking. Mark shares insights from his vast experience, highlighting the sig...

In this episode of Culture From the Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Trace Blackmore, President of Blackmore Enterprises, to discuss the profound impact of culture in business. Trace emphasizes the role of culture in achieving profit, detailing how understanding employee aspirations and maintaining open communication set the tone for a supportive workplace. He shares...

In this episode of Culture From the Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by John Howe, the CEO of American Pipe and Supply, a wholesale distributor of pipe, valves, fittings, plumbing fixtures, and fire sprinkler materials. John shares his journey with the company over the past 12 years, emphasizing the critical role that a positive company culture plays in performance impr...

In this episode of Culture From the Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Caleb Woods, CEO and Senior Software Craftsman at Role Model Software. Caleb discusses the unique culture at his company, emphasizing the importance of servant leadership and a craftsman mindset. He shares how Role Model Software fosters a collaborative environment, supports continuous learning, and...

In this episode of Culture From the Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Jon Kronemeyer, President of dahl Valve. Jon shares insights into creating a people-centric culture that emphasizes intent, purpose, and strong values. The discussion delves into the importance of understanding employees' challenges, maintaining an open-door policy,...

In this episode of Culture From the Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Josh Hendrickson, president of Wilson Lumber Company. Josh shares his company's core values, hiring practices, and management system, emphasizing the importance of trust, accountability, and authentic leadership. He outlines how Wilson Lumber integrates its core values into daily operations and deci...

In this episode of Culture From the Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Tim Lupinacci, chairman and CEO of Baker Donelson, one of the nation's largest law firms. Tim elucidates his approach to leadership, focusing on influence, impact, and authenticity. He discusses the importance of investing in individuals and building trusted relationships within the organization. Th...

In this episode of Culture From the Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by John Marvin, President and CEO of Texas State Optical in Houston, Texas. John shares his insights on building a company culture rooted in sincerity, authenticity, and personal growth. He discusses his approach to fostering trust and open communication within his team, and the importance of personal...

In this episode of Culture From the Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Coley Herrin, President and CEO of PDI in Lawrenceville, Georgia. The discussion focuses on establishing and maintaining a heart-centered culture in the workplace, emphasizing the importance of putting people first, integrity, and consistent communication. Coley shares insights on the values instill...

In this episode of Culture From the Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Daryl Amy engage with Doug McNamee, President of Field and Stream. Doug emphasizes the importance of honoring the history and heritage of the brand while focusing on modernizing operations. He discusses the evolving culture at Field and Stream, highlighting intentionality in leadership, investment in employee onboarding and...

In this episode of the Culture From The Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Reid Hutchison, COO of HOH Water Technology, to explore the company's values and long-term vision. Reid delves into the importance of intentionality in creating a rewarding environment that fosters growth and trust within the organization. He also shares how HOH intertwines its core values of in...

In this episode of the Culture From The Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Jordan Buning, CEO of DDM Marketing and Communications, to delve into the interplay between creativity and company culture. The discussion explores how intentionality and discipline can balance operational excellence with a creative work environment. Buning shares insights on how to cultivate a...

In this episode of the Culture From The Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Kip Miller, CEO of Eastern Industrial Supplies. Kip shares his journey from starting his career in the 1980s to leading a company that emphasizes caring for employees, customers, communities, and cultures. He introduces the 'four C's' strategy for building a heart-centered workplace culture, dis...

In this episode of the Culture From The Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Brent Pohlman, CEO of Midwest Labs and author of 'Leaders Look Within.' Brent shares insights on how authentic leadership and a focus on positive experiences for employees and clients can shape a company's culture. He emphasizes the importance of respect, clear communication, and setting example...

In this episode of the Culture From The Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Sandi Ratcliff, CEO of the Fischer Group, to discuss how prioritizing culture can lead to transformative success. Sandi shares her experiences and strategies for rehabilitating a struggling organization by fostering trust, authenticity, and a supportive work environment. Tune in to hear inspirin...

In this episode of the Culture From The Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Joe Killinger, co-founder of Commercial Brokers International. Joe discusses the importance of company culture in the workplace, emphasizing the need for alignment with employee values and work ethics from the top down. He shares his insights into building a supportive and positive work environm...

In this episode of the Culture From The Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Kevin Hambrice, CEO of TerraSource Global. Kevin shares his experiences and strategies in creating a thoughtful, sincere, and genuine workplace culture. He emphasizes the importance of meeting employees where they are, engaging in meaningful conversations, and focusing on employee development an...

In this episode of the Culture From The Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Steve Preston, the president of Performance Food Service, Fairfield, Ohio. Steve discusses his leadership philosophy focused on genuine engagement and care for employees. He emphasizes the importance of eye contact, listening, and leading by example. Steve explains the acronym 'CARE,' standing f...

In this episode of the Culture From The Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by David Hancock, founder of Morgan James Publishing, to discuss the development of an innovative and unconventional culture in the publishing industry. David shares his intentional approach to building a remote work environment, emphasizing love, authenticity, and purpose in leadership. He details...

In this episode of the Culture From The Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Damon Lembi, CEO of LearnIt. The discussion centers around building a heart-centered culture within organizations, emphasizing the importance of leading with integrity, practicing transparency, and setting a clear vision. Damon shares his experiences and strateg...

In the inaugural episode of the Culture From The Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Tod Bierling, President and CEO of EnviroMaster Services, to discuss building a people-centric corporate culture. Tod emphasizes the importance of active listening, empathy, and humility in leadership. He shares how EnviroMaster has established strong core values such as teamwork, conti...

In the inaugural episode of the Culture From The Heart Podcast, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy discuss their mission to showcase heart-centered business leaders who build authentic, trust-based cultures. They emphasize the profound impact of leading from the heart on revenue, employee retention, and client loyalty. They recount their journey from the Selling From The Heart Podcast and how the...

Welcome to the Culture from the Heart Podcast, on the From the Heart Business Network. In a business world where employees and customers crave authenticity and trust, hosts Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are on a mission to find and showcase heart-centered executives and the companies they lead. You are about to hear an inspiring conversation with a visionary leader that’s bringing heart into the wo...