Lead Well

James Jestes is a marketing and brand management professional, founder and owner of QUAD3 Sports and the House United brand. An alumnus of Appalachian State University, he has always been passionate about sports and college athletics. In today’s episode, James chats with Brandon about the inspiration behind House United and how the brand is supporting college athletic scholarships through meaningf...

Coach Damion McLean graduated from Appalachian State University and worked in advertising before returning to join the coaching staff of his alma mater. Besides being head track & field coach at App State, he is a husband and father. In this episode, Coach McLean talks with Brandon about setting personal standards as an athlete, what it means to be coach, highlights of his career, and the need...

How to Foster a Lifestyle of Wellness with Emily Martin Emily Martin is a healthcare & wellness coach, a vocalist, mother and wife. Her journey to healthcare and wellness began as she was going through personal struggles of mental health. In this episode, Emily chats with Brandon about overcoming fear, why we need more than motivation to achieve goals, plus she shares practical steps to set yo...

Corey Pulido is a husband, father, business owner and professor at East Carolina University where he teaches Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Business Planning. He currently runs four successful businesses, including a nonprofit animal sanctuary for at-risk hound dogs. In this episode, Brandon chats with Corey about characteristics of an entrepreneur, developing the right mindset, things to co...

You didn't come this far, to only come this far. Don't Quit. 

My 5 core leadership principles (for now).  Join me as I talk leadership with the Public Administration Program from Appalachian State University.

Hear how I learned life lessons from working at a fast food restaurant in college. Focus and give your absolute best right where you are and you'll go far. Lets connect @bwholland32

Stop winging it! Hear from John Formica "The Ex Disney Guy" and myself as we discuss our experiences and the importance of hiring the right people.

Join us as Andrew Gardner, one of the top administrators in the North Carolina Community College system speaks on the value of true passion and authenticity. What does it look like, and how to keep fueling the flame? You'll learn about his leadership journey and how he went from helping his wife start a business to climbing the ranks in education administration. Follow his wife's high end hair stu...

Join us as the world's leading customer experience coach John Formica, known as "The Ex-Disney Guy" and America and Australia's best customer coach shares his experience with Disney and how he now helps leaders improve their customer experience.  John is a game changer and can help amplify your customer experience. Contact him to speak to your staff or event at johnformica.com,  1-704-96...

Overview of the purpose and intent of the Lead Well Podcast project. 

Zac Beane, one of today's top leaders in culture and creativity in the workplace breaks down his approach of how he enhances culture and promotes creativity across multiple generations in the same work environment.