Manager Memo podcast

Kate Assaraf is the Founder and CEO at Dip Sustainable Hair Care . Kate wants us to buy better, buy less, and shop small. Featured in Allure, Cosmopolitan Magazine, BYRDIE, and Insigniam Quarterly, Kate celebrates female leaders and entrepreneurs who think big, confront challenges head-on and never, ever take the well-worn path. Along the way we discuss – From Oprah to Forbes (1:45), the Long-Term...

Ken Himmler , is the co-founder of One Wealth Map , known for his client-first philosophy. Ken champions a holistic planning process designed to help clients live intentionally and achieve their version of financial freedom. Along the way we discuss – Wealthy vs. Rich (1:15), The "I Feel" Plan (6:30), Long Term Care? Nursing Homes? (15:30), Monte Carlo Simulation (21:30), Negative Sequence of Retu...

Andy Moye is a U.S. Navy Veteran, CEO and Co-Founder of Glide Path Health, and a best-selling author. In this episode, Andy expands on the military lessons learned of the Moye family as documented in his recently published book,  From Bunker Hill to the Boardroom .     Along the way we discuss – 250 Years of Service (1:10), Purpose over Vision (5:00), Adaptive Intelligence (5:45), Empower Teams (6...

Adam Marburger is a serial entrepreneur, author, Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, and CEO at Ascent Dealer Services . Adam helps leaders build wealth, win in business and lead with discipline and purpose. Along the way we discuss – the paper route (1:15), Jiu-Jitsu (4:15), White Belt Mindset (11:15), Pressure Management (14:00), Getting Out of Your Own Way (17:00), Unreasonable Hospitality (19:30), Auto F&I...

Meet Jeff Page, the founder and President of Page's Tree Services in Brooklyn, Connecticut. Jeff's crew recently tackled a three-day massive project on my property – safely removing over 30 dead trees. I was so impressed by their work ethic and the flawless results that I asked them to give us a behind-the-scenes look at their professional approach to tree care. Special thanks to Ethan Leroux, Jos...

Deborah Kaminetzky , a certified (PMP, CSM, LSSGB) business leader provides Project Management consulting, technology implementation and Fractional COO services to start-up and established companies . Along the way we discuss – the Journey (1:30), People First Project Plan (5:30), Project Discovery (11:30), Project Success (14:15), Project Complexity (17:30), the Risk Register (19:15), and Deborah...

Danny Bobrow , is an ultra-endurance athlete, mountaineer, and Peak Performance Coach . Danny helps leaders and teams master communication to build trust, loyalty, and referrals. Along the way we discuss – 100 Mile Runs (2:30), Mountaineer Skills and Business (4:45), Caring, Connection, Collaboration (9:00), Silent Signals (10:30), Persuasion (17:30), Your Personal Sherpa (24:00), Comparative Adva...

Larry and Cheri Salazar are the co-founders of NestSTEP, an online service that reimagines homeownership as a core employee benefit. By partnering with organizations and business leaders to help achieve the American Dream, NestSTEP builds long-term loyalty and enhances workplace retention and productivity. Along the way we discuss – The Journey (1:45), Grabbing the American Dream (7:30), HR Pain P...

Tony Holland is a life-coach, keynote speaker, CEO of Global Premier Benefits , and a managing partner at Integrity Marketing Group . Most recently, he was accepted as a minority owner of the Baltimore Orioles. As you'll hear, Tony's journey is fascinating but it was never easy. His story is one of grit and resilience, focus and faith. Along the way we discuss – Hard Knocks in Brunswick, MD (2:30)...

In this episode I talk with a former student and servant leadership advocate João Felipe e Silva. We explore his professional evolution from a disillusioned corporate lawyer in Brazil to an Agile Project Management expert. Joao shares profound insights on the tension between rigid corporate structures and the human element of leadership, emphasizing the importance of integrity, purpose, and living...

The Stability of a Kitchen Table: On Trauma and the Power of a Hug In this episode of Manager Memo , we chat with  Matt Stafford , the founder of Vincent James Mentoring . Matt shares a deeply personal journey of overcoming a traumatic childhood, substance abuse, and illiteracy to build a community outreach program focused on providing stability and "the embrace of family" to those in need. "The m...

Amos Balongo is a keynote speaker and communication coach who empowers senior leaders to master their verbal skills.   In this conversation, he explains how managers can break through their own leadership "lids" to foster an environment where teams thrive. Along the way we discuss $500 and a suitcase (2:15), the importance of stories (6:45), situational leadership (14:30), don't disappoint the lea...

What happens when a bartender discovers a knack for numbers and becomes a leading "Sales Tax Lady"? In this episode, we sit down with Holly Hoffman , the founder of SalesTaxLady.com , to discuss the high stakes of sales tax and the strategic power of accurate data. Holly shares her journey from a bar in Central Wisconsin to state tax auditing—explaining why sales tax isn't just a yearly chore, but...

What happens when a Hollywood filmmaker turns into a corporate strategist and then a "FaithTech" pioneer? In this episode, we sit down with Preston Zeller , the founder of PsalmLog , to discuss the intersection of faith, technology, and intentional spiritual growth. Preston shares the deeply personal story behind his app—born from the loss of his brother—and explains why he believes AI isn't a thr...

Forrest K. Derr is a Fractional System integrator who helps founders fire themselves out of a job.     Along the way we discuss Billiards at Univ of Delaware (2:30), A Lot of Little Knobs (5:00), Tracking the Moving Parts (8:30), EOS (11:15), Core Values (15:00), Start with a Plan (21:15) and the  Fixers and Founders podcast (23:00). Interested in a Fractional COO, reach Forrest @ Derr Consulting...

Jermaine Ee is a serial entrepreneur and renaissance man. His current project is HierLight a smart phone app that creates a Will in 27 minutes. Enjoy this broad and interesting conversation with Jermaine, a man wise beyond his years.  Along the way we discuss – Toy Making (1:15), USC, Snap Chat and Banner Ads (3:30), Political Advisor (5:00), Over Qualified (6:30), Malaysian Culture (7:45), the Me...

Joe Bockerstette is a former consulting partner at Price Waterhouse Cooper and a seasoned leader in supply chain transformation. Currently a partner at Business Enterprise Mapping (BEM), Joe helps companies untangle complex workflows and build sustainable systems for growth. Along the way we discuss – Working for UPS (3:30), The Pressure of Big Four Consulting (5:30), Angel Investors (6:45), $20 M...

Azdean Elmoustaquim is a world citizen and Founder of Destinations Morocco.   Along the way we discuss – From Marrakech to Houston (1:30), is Morocco Safe? (4:00), About Morocco (7:30), Berber Languages (10:30), Personalized trips (12:30), Business Tips (14:45), Lightning Round (18:00), Azdean's Memo (20:30), What to Wear (22:00), the Donkey Refuge Tour (26:45), and scheduling your trip (29:00).  ...

Stacey Bullman is a business consultant and CEO of I'm Not Mad at You, LLC . Stacey helps grow revenue, create a brand presence, and tailor solutions to address specific business challenges.         Along the way we discuss – Corporate America (1:30), CEO Sounding board (5:30), Assessment Tools (9:00), 83% Faster (15:30), Kicking Down the Door (19:15), and AI Consulting (23:00).   Reach out to Sta...

Jim Effner is a sales trainer for financial professionals. Jim is the President & CEO of the P2P Group.     Along the way we discuss The Journey (1:00), A Great Salesman (6:00), Hybrid Business Owner (12:00), the Give Back (14:00), P2P – the Systems (19:00), Sales Workshops (21:30),  Bridge Your Gap (23:45), Safe Moves to Mediocrity (29:45) and Financial Security (32:45).      Hoping to increase y...

Elina Panteleyeva is a serial entrepreneur and the Founder of Dood Woof , a company focused on helping pet owners create the best life for their Doodles (a Poodle / other bred dog mix).  Along the way we discuss Types of Doodles (4:15), Happy Doodles (6:50), Find your Doodle (7:45), Doodle Advantage (10:00), Doodle Resources (10:00), Doodle Demographics (12:45), Save a Doodle (13:45), CashaDoodle...

Mickie Kennedy is an entrepreneur, writer, poet, and CEO of eReleases. Mickie helps small businesses, startups, and authors gain credibility and authority through public relations. Along the way we discuss compelling stories (5:30), media blind spots (8:30), press release success (12:00), PR in the AI era (26:45), visibility and trust (28:45), unique voices (30:15), and DIY PR (31:30). Step into t...

Caleb H. Mattingly is cyber security expert and CEO of Secure Cloud Innovations. Along the way we discuss Enabling Businesses to Operate with Confidence (1:45), Changes in Cyber Threats (2:30), "Niched Down" (3:00), Motivated by Golf (5:30), Annual Recurring Revenue (10:00), Role of Compliance (12:15), Audits (16:00), the right "Systems" (18:45), Work/Life Balance (23:00), and Message to the Futur...

Rick DeLisi is an author and Lead Research Analyst at Glia, an online leader in Digital Customer Service. Rick shares his expertise on integrating AI into work processes to achieve effortless interaction. Enjoy the listen. Along the way we discuss AI for All (5:00), AI and new product launch (10:00), AI Pre-Op (15:30), the Chainsaw Analogy (17:30), Communicating with Bots (19:00), flying the plane...

Sarah Trop is the owner and principal designer at FunCycled. Combining a passion for art, a belief in sustainment, and a cost-conscious approach to remodeling she brings beauty and peace to her home makeovers. Sarah's positive vibe is contagious. You'll enjoy the listen. Along the way we discuss Furniture Repurposing (2:00), Flea Market Flip (9:30), Trauma Informed Design (11:45), Nonprofit Partne...