Menttium Matters

Join us for an inspiring conversation with executive coach Carolyn Dolezal, former COO of the Americas SAP Users' Group (ASUG) and 23-year Menttium mentor. Carolyn shares her proven framework for leading through organizational change, the business case for empathetic leadership and practical communication strategies for navigating difficult transitions. Discover why emotion is a powerful leadershi...

Join host Solveig Brown as she interviews Pam Stegora-Axberg, CEO of Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities, about her successful corporate-to-nonprofit transition. Pam shares practical strategies for identifying and showcasing transferable skills, making career shifts at any stage, and leading with curiosity and impact. She also offers actionable advice on board service and the transformative power of...

In this episode of Menttium Matters, host Solveig Brown sits down with Dr. Dell Birch, Senior VP of Corporate Strategy and Technology Operations, to discuss essential leadership strategies for today's challenging business environment. Dell shares insights on developing the thought leadership and managerial courage needed to thrive when patience for problem-solving has diminished and decisions must...

Join host Megan Cummings Krueger as she sits down with learning and talent development expert Andrya Pearson to discuss essential career development strategies for today's professional landscape. In this episode, Andrya shares over 20 years of insights from leading initiatives at Fortune 500 companies like Allstate, CVS Health, and Aetna. Key topics covered: Strategic goal setting and prioritizati...

From sports journalist to successful ghostwriter, speaker and coach,Tony Meale, made a bold pivot, and he's sharing how. Learn the 3 key questions for successful career pivots and why servant leadership drives results.

Research psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Alison Fragale shares science-backed strategies for building professional status and power. Learn how to overcome imposter syndrome, master authentic self-promotion, and use her "brag and thank" technique to advance your career. Alison breaks down the difference between power and status, reveals creative storytelling methods (including her viral out...

Mick White, speaker and founder of The 100 Year Manifesto, joins the Menttium Matters Podcast to explore how defining your purpose can elevate your life, leadership and legacy. He shares powerful personal stories, the importance of asking the right questions and how small, consistent actions can lead to lasting impact. Discover how purpose-driven living creates deeper fulfillment, both personally...

Lan Phan, Founder and CEO of Community of SEVEN, joins the Menttium Matters Podcast to share how aligning your values, building authentic connections and taking small daily actions can lead to powerful, lasting change. This uplifting and practical conversation is packed with insights on purpose, mindset and the importance of community.

Susan T. Schuster, Innovation and Leadership Educator & Midwest Regional Field Manager at Wish of a Lifetime from AARP, shares how to accelerate action by realizing, celebrating, and nurturing your network. Learn practical strategies like closing the triangle, understanding social health, and creating meaningful third places. Whether you're looking to strengthen connections or expand opportuni...

Marisa Williams, CEO of Girl Scouts River Valleys, talks about the power of authentic leadership and embracing disruption. In this episode, Marisa shares her journey from early activism to transformative leadership, offering insights on managing change, empowering future leaders and balancing work-life priorities. Tune in for actionable advice and inspiring perspectives on driving meaningful chang...

Join Urmi Trivedi, leadership and career coach, as she shares actionable insights on navigating change, building confidence and achieving success. In this episode of Menttium Matters, Urmi discusses the power of mentorship, overcoming self-doubt, and strategies for personal and professional growth. This episode is packed with tools to help you adapt, lead and thrive.

Join Kelli Schutrop, CEO and Founder of Thoughtful Resound, as she shares actionable insights on building a personal brand, enhancing executive presence and establishing thought leadership. In this episode of Menttium Matters, Kelli provides practical strategies for leveraging LinkedIn, growing visibility and creating meaningful industry connections to advance your career. Perfect for professional...

Are you an introvert navigating a world built for extroverts? Executive Coach Krista Claude shares her proven 5-step process to help introverts find their voice, build confidence, and excel in leadership roles. Learn how to overcome challenges, start small, and amplify your strengths to unlock new opportunities in your career.

Chris Clark, retired President & COO of Dentsply International, and Brett Koch, Vice President at a leading biopharma company, discuss the long-term benefits of executive mentorship. They share how their mentoring relationship, helped Brett further develop his leadership skills, build trust, and achieve personal and professional growth.

Peter Ray, a biopharma strategy and operations executive, joins Megan Cummings Kruger to discuss leadership, strategic thinking, and the transformative power of mentorship. Peter draws from his extensive experience in the life sciences industry, offering insights on holistic learning, decision quality, and how taking time to pause before making decisions improves outcomes, both professionally and...

So much of mentoring is about seeing the world through another person’s eyes. In this episode, we gain an unusually broad perspective from Tim Meyer, a Clinical Scientist and Corporate Executive. From his start as a Subject Matter Expert to his evolution into a global business leader, Tim’s journey spans large corporate environments and agile startups. Central to Tim’s success has been his willing...

In this episode we are invited inside a successful partnership, recently completed by an Executive Mentee and Mentor. The powerful and authentic story that Tom Schlick and Mike Terry share here provides a roadmap to the kind of trust that unlocks a partnership’s full potential. They offer tips, as well as their appreciation for the unique nature of a cross-company mentor relationship. And througho...

In this episode, we celebrate Pride Month with our guest Dr. Renee McLaughlin, the National Medical Executive, Value-Based Relationships at Cigna. Cigna just received its 11th consecutive perfect score for LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion based on the Corporate Equality Index. Dr. McLaughlin will talk about the current environment for LGBTQ+ equity and inclusion and best practices for creating an inclus...

In this episode, Rob Grubka, the CEO of Workplace Solutions for Voya Financial will share Voya’s strategy for creating an inclusive workplace culture. He reveals why building a foundation of trust is so important, and how Voya creates an organizational culture based on trust. He discusses the ways in which Voya has responded to the “new normal” and how they have rolled out hybrid and remote work o...

In this episode of the Menttium Matters Podcast, listen as Larry Sherrell, a seasoned dives deep into the art of self-development. Discover his unique perspective on nurturing talent and his essential strategies for personal and professional growth. Larry kicks off the discussion by deep-diving into the art of creating a strong self-development plan. He emphasizes the critical role of prioritizati...

In this episode, we explore the power of strengths in both team dynamics and leadership development. Our guest, Jolie Haupert, Vice President of Consumer Experience at U.S. Bank, shares insights from her career journey, including a pivotal moment where she transformed her division to better reflect diverse communities. Jolie discusses how leveraging her strengths helped facilitate this cultural sh...

We kick off International Women’s Day with this inspiring episode featuring Lynn Sontag, Menttium’s owner, and Missy Chicre, Menttium’s CEO.  Lynn and Missy share their powerful stories of learning, growth, and surprises during this year of transition.  They role-model a transformative mentoring partnership and offer authentic acknowledgments to each other.  They also reveal their visions for the...

In this episode, Craig Warren shares his best practices for strategic career planning aligned with your values and purpose; professional development; and networking with ease. Growing your professional garden involves cultivating cheerleaders, advocates, mentors, and a personal board of directors that will help you propel your career to the next level. Craig offers sage advice for bringing out the...

In the past few years, as we've navigated through turbulence and stress, the adage that we need to “place the oxygen mask on ourselves, before we can help others" has become more relevant. In this episode, Mentor Sue Willman (VP Care Collaboration for Athenahealth) shares her powerful story of living this truth.    Sue was driven to change her personal narrative and self-expectations after endurin...

Join our conversation with Jaime Taets - a dynamic CEO, public speaker, author, podcast host, and thought leader who is focused on helping individuals, and companies, identify and push past whatever is holding them back from achieving all that they are capable of. Jaime's ability to reframe perspective is inspiring and energizing and will have you rethinking where you are, and where you want to go...