Listening With Leaders

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the COO of Remington Hospitality, Jason Reader. Jason shares his inspiring journey from dishwasher to industry leader, emphasizing perseverance, adaptability, and the importance of believing in others. He discusses leadership lessons, the value of listening, and the impact of personal recognition on team morale. Jason also offers insights into hotel operations and...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the Co-Founder of Alta Fresh Foods, and the Founder of Homegrown Brands, Greg Vetter. Greg shares stories of resilience, adaptability, and the lessons learned from overcoming business challenges, beginning in the salad dressing business and expanding into organic produce and brand acceleration. He emphasizes empathetic leadership, the value of listening, and leadin...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the Founder of Hapny Home, Priya Vij. Priya shares her journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship in the hardware industry. She discusses the challenges of starting a business, her people-first leadership style, and the value of authentic connections at work. Priya explores how personal hardships shape perspective, the importance of empathy and soft skills, an...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the CEO and President of Anago Cleaning Systems, Adam Povlitz. Adam shares his journey from corporate finance at IBM to leading his family’s cleaning franchise, discussing the challenges and rewards of working in a family business. He explains Anago’s unique franchise model, emphasizes the importance of adaptability, and highlights lessons learned about leadership,...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the President and CEO of ClimeCo, Bill Flederbach. Bill shares his journey from overcoming addiction to leading a climate-focused company. He discusses ClimeCo’s mission in carbon offsets, the importance of diversity and inclusion, and the company’s innovative employee ownership model. Bill highlights his leadership philosophy, emphasizing emotional intelligence, a...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the Founder and CEO of CJAM Marketing Connecter, Behdad Jamshidi. Behdad shares his journey from engineering to marketing. Behdad discusses the challenges businesses face in finding competent marketing agencies and explains his rigorous vetting process. Emphasizing the importance of connection, listening, and psychological safety, he explores how empathy and self-a...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the Co-Founder, CPO, and EVP of Marketing and Product at Qualpay, Penny Townsend. Penny explores her leadership philosophy, the importance of consensus decision-making, and the power of empathetic listening. Penny shares personal stories, insights on building collaborative teams, and her passion for mental health advocacy. To learn more about Penny's work, click HE...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the Board of Directors Member and Board Chair at Rick Williams Leadership, Rick Williams. Rick explores the challenges of leadership and decision-making under uncertainty, emphasizing the value of diverse perspectives and collaboration. Rick shares lessons from his transition to leadership, the importance of listening skills, and how teamwork—illustrated by his sai...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the Author of " The Generous Leader " and Leadership Speaker, Joe Davis. Joe discusses his 37-year career journey from consultant to leader, the importance of mentorship, and the value of authenticity and vulnerability in leadership. He speaks on inclusive leadership, decision-making under pressure, and the impact of COVID-19. Joe shares insights on diversity, equi...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the Publisher of Sibylline Press, Vicki DeArmon. Vicki shares her unconventional path into publishing, her entrepreneurial experiences, and the inspiration behind Sibylline Press. The discussion explores challenges faced by older women writers, the importance of representation, and Vicki’s commitment to empowering women’s voices. Joined by a co-host, the conversati...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the CEO of Atlas, Jim McCoy. Jim shares his journey in HR services, discusses Atlas’s role as a global employer of record, and explores the challenges of managing a diverse, remote workforce. He emphasizes the importance of compliance, risk management, and fostering a supportive company culture. Jim highlights his leadership philosophy centered on listening, empowe...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the Co-Founder of Anemoia Media, Henry Woodman. Henry recounts his evolution from aspiring architect to film producer, and eventually to founder of a tech company specializing in virtual tours for hotels. He discusses his recent venture into publishing and developing a streaming series based on his book. Themes of opportunity, luck, continuous learning, and the imp...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the Founder and CEO of Trakker Apps, Edward Kellman. Edward discusses his diverse ventures, including a service business using engineered bacteria for food establishments and a successful Amazon store selling sink repair parts. The conversation focuses on Edward's latest project, Trakker Apps, a mobile platform designed to streamline accounting processes. Edward ex...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the President of Paid 2 Persuade, Luke Lunkenheimer. Luke recounts his transformative journey from addiction and incarceration to becoming a successful entrepreneur and sales trainer. Luke discusses his early struggles with addiction, the pivotal moments in prison that reshaped his mindset, and the challenges he faced reintegrating into society as a felon. He empha...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the Owner of Extraordinary People, Robert White. Robert shares his life story, from a challenging upbringing to founding multiple companies and living abroad. He emphasizes the importance of experiential learning, questioning ingrained beliefs, and readiness for personal change. Robert explores themes of personal responsibility, barriers to change, and the pursuit...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the CEO of Alleyoop, Gabe Lullo. Gabe shares his career journey from recruitment to leading Alleyoop, emphasizing the importance of listening, empathy, and personal development in sales and management. He discusses the company's operations, including its high-volume prospecting efforts and focus on hiring individuals with grit. Gabe also highlights the role of AI i...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the CEO of EvolvePlatform, Stan Suchkov. Stan shares his entrepreneurial journey from his construction background in Russia to founding Evolve. He discusses the challenges of his first startup, the pivot to a B2B model, and the innovative features of his current platform, which allows companies to create customized training courses. To learn more about Stan's work,...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the Founder and CEO of ERIA Food, Nikita Khandheria. Nikita shares her journey from her upbringing and education to launching multiple businesses, including a restaurant and a food supply company. She discusses the challenges of leading a team at a young age, the importance of listening to customer feedback, and her commitment to quality and innovation. Nikita high...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the President of Curion, Keren Novack. Keren discusses her educational background, career path, and leadership philosophy. Keren emphasizes the importance of listening and trust in leadership, sharing her experiences from college to becoming president. She discusses the value of a liberal arts education, artificial intelligence's role, and critical thinking's signi...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the Co-founder and CEO of LearnUpon, Brendan Noud. Brendan shares his journey from a business degree at University College Dublin and a consulting career at KPMG to founding LearnUpon, an LMS platform. He discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of empathy and listening in leadership, and the impact of AI on their business. Brendan emphasizes th...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the Co-Founder and CEO of Bahia AI, Danika Chilibeck. Danika shares her transition from a finance career in mergers and acquisitions to the tech industry, working at Shopify and Rewind before founding Bahia AI. The platform automates talent sourcing for HR professionals. Danika discusses recruitment challenges, the importance of surrounding oneself with the right p...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the Founding Principal of MCTIGUE Architecture Planning and Design, Andrew Pedrick. Andrew discussed the devastating impact of recent fires in Pacific Palisades, California, which affected the community and the firm. Andrew highlights his firm's resilience, operating as a virtual business to maintain continuity. He emphasizes the importance of emotional connections...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the CEO and Managing Partner of Axia Public Relations, Jason Mudd. Jason shares his journey from journalism to public relations, emphasizing the transformative impact of the internet and AI on communication. He discusses his early experiences with web development, the evolution of media, and the strategic use of AI in content creation. Jason highlights the importan...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the Founder of Simple Salt, Dylan Evans. Dylan shares his journey in the security industry, emphasizing the critical role of human behavior alongside technical measures. He discusses the common misconceptions that cybersecurity is purely technical, highlighting the importance of training and developing personnel. Dylan advocates for simple, effective security pract...

Your host, Doug Noll, talks with the CEO of ControlUp, Jed Ayres. Jed discusses his career journey, ControlUp's innovative solutions, and the challenges of leading a globally dispersed team. Jed highlights the importance of empathy, active listening, and building trust through shared experiences. He also covers the role of artificial intelligence in ControlUp's technology and the unique cultural d...