Second in Command: The Chief Behind the Chief with Cameron Herold

Have you considered being a successful CEO-COO, sitting in the company’s C-suite line? Do you want to learn how shared values and mentorship can contribute to the success of your bottom line? In this episode of the Second In Command Podcast, we dive into the leadership journey of Peter Chapa. With a nine-year career within […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Review I'd love you to subscribe to th...

Do you feel lost in the journey of supercharging your entrepreneurial success? If so- then this podcast episode is for you. In this episode, a seasoned entrepreneur and advisor, Cameron Herold, shares invaluable wisdom on business growth, leadership, and harnessing the power of having a vision. He emphasizes hiring the right team, delegating effectively, and […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Re...

In today’s episode, we have the pleasure of welcoming Tim Calderala, who is not only a valued member of the COO Alliance but also COO of Collins Builders. Tim has a background in residential construction and real estate and has worked with four different home builders, all of which have been acquired by publicly traded […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Review I'd love you to subscribe to the po...

Are you struggling to find the perfect person to be your company’s second-in-command? In this episode, Cameron Herold, an expert in building effective leadership teams- shares invaluable insights on hiring the right fit for this critical role. This episode will allow you to discover the art of: Polarizing job postings Evaluating core behavioral traits in […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Review...

In today’s episode, Cameron talks to Raquel Izumi, PhD, who is COO at Vincerx Pharma. Raquel shares her remarkable career path and her transition from a science-oriented background to taking on a leadership role in the competitive biotechnology industry. She candidly shares about the company’s growth and challenges, including going public and navigating a stock […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate &...

Share This Episode On: In today’s episode, Cameron delves into the crucial role of the COO and introduces the COO Alliance, a community exclusively for COOs or second-in-command professionals. He also mentions the recent launch of The Ops Spot for operations professionals reporting to the COO. The discussion touches on the importance of CEOs understanding […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Revie...

Share This Episode On: In today’s episode, Cameron talks to Rohit Sheth, the COO of GrowRev. Rohit and his brother Rohan have successfully built a thriving digital marketing agency with remarkable growth. Rohit discusses how GrowRev has achieved exceptional growth, the shift to managing their own marketing, sponsoring mastermind events, their unique internal culture, and […] Resources: Subscribe,...

Share This Episode On: In this episode, Cameron and Mike Arce, hosts of the GSD Show, take a deep dive into core values and their practical application in the workplace. Cameron introduces a powerful alternative to conventional vision statements by unveiling the concept of vivid visions. They explore the significance of categorizing tasks into four […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Review I'd l...

Share This Episode On: In this episode, we dive into a conversation with Johan Stoop, who shares insights from his experience at “Pause Breathwork,” a wellness company founded by Samantha Skelly. Johan discusses the importance of alignment within a leadership team and how it contributes to effective decision-making and growth. He also reveals the journey […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Review...

Share This Episode On: Have you ever felt the need to crystalize your company’s future in a way that attracts the right people and resources while propelling you toward your goals? What if I told you there’s a game-changing concept that can make your vision a magnetic force for your business? In this thought-provoking episode, […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Review I'd love you to subscribe t...

Share This Episode On: In today’s episode, Cameron talks to Andrew Cariboni, COO at Unbound Merino. Andrew discusses various aspects of his role as the second-in-command, including the company’s growth, his long-standing relationship with the CEO since childhood, hiring his spouse, dealing with cash flow challenges, and managing the company’s rapid scaling. The episode also […] Resources: Subscrib...

Share This Episode On: In this episode, Cameron talks to Matthew Graham, COO of Fastgrowingtrees.com. He shares some funny yet effective marketing tactics that caught people’s attention. He recounts the time when Jeff Booth, CEO of BuildDirect, playfully used military helicopters for delivering construction materials instead of drones, leaving people in splits. Another successful campaign […] Reso...

Share This Episode On: In this episode, Cameron Herold talks to Brian about the crucial stages of an entrepreneurial journey. As an experienced business mentor, Cameron sheds light on the different growth phases, from small startups to scaling with hundreds of employees. He emphasizes that finding the right second-in-command is pivotal for achieving strategic thinking […] Resources: Subscribe, Rat...

Share This Episode On: In today’s episode of The Second in Command, we’re featuring a conversation between Cameron and the host of the Brand Builders podcast, Rory Vaden. Cameron reveals the secrets for turning a personal brand into an eight-figure business. They look into the importance of attaching your name to your company so that […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Review I'd love you to subs...

Share This Episode On: Ever wondered how to successfully navigate the world of private equity and business growth? In this episode, Matt Lesser takes us through his early days in the family business, the challenges he faced, and the mentors who shaped his path. He delves into the intricacies of private equity, highlighting the importance […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Review I'd love you to...

Share This Episode On: In today’s episode of The Second in Command, we’re featuring a conversation between Cameron and the host of the Powered by Instinct podcast, Amy Bruske. They discuss the Kolbe Strengths Assessment and how it changed his perspective on how he approaches diversity of strengths in the work environment. They also discuss […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Review I'd love you t...

Share This Episode On: Our guest today is Jhana Li, co-founder of The Ops Spot with Cameron. Jhana describes herself as, “operations-obsessed, with proven experience developing scalable remote teams and infrastructure. I am a systems thinker, who can simultaneously evaluate a company at the 30,000-foot and 3-foot level, and execute in the way that serves […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Review...

Share This Episode On: In today’s episode of The Second in Command, we’re featuring a conversation between Cameron and the host of Rethinking Execution, Scott Levy. They discuss bridging the strategy execution gap that occurs when a company scales itself to greater and greater revenues. They examine the vivid vision concept, outlining how it synthesizes […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Review...

Share This Episode On: In today’s episode of The Second in Command, we’re featuring a conversation between Cameron and Entrepreneur on Fire host John Lee Dumas. They discuss the importance of enjoying the journey, having some fun, laughing a little, and spending time with the people that matter most, because this is just what we […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Review I'd love you to subscribe...

Share This Episode On: Today’s episode features a conversation between Cameron and the host of The Gig Experience podcast to discuss how he got started in the Entrepreneurs Organization, why leaders have to be cognizant of the lack of human connection due to remote work, and the differences in the way people work in the […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Review I'd love you to subscribe to the p...

Share This Episode On: Our guest today is COO Alliance Member Matt Verlaque, Chief Operating Officer of SaaS Academy, a complete business growth system for Software as a Service (SAAS) founders based in Kelowna, British Columbia. Matt is a passionate tech entrepreneur who took a very non-traditional path to get there. After a decade as […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Review I'd love you to su...

The Chief Operating Officer of any business has many roles. They are responsible for the execution of the CEO’s vision – turning those ideas into real results. They can also embody other roles, that of a mentor, a partner and even an heir apparent in more mature businesses. In today’s episode, Cameron offers thoughts on […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Review I'd love you to subscribe to the p...

Our guest today is Tim Duffany, Managing Partner of M. Duffany Builders in Falmouth, Massachusetts, as well as a member of the COO Alliance for the past three years. Tim joined the family business five years ago, where his expertise in the financial services industry has offered a fresh perspective. Tim has been instrumental in […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Review I'd love you to subscribe...

Every business needs a COO, a second in command who can take your vivid vision and make it a reality through the day-to-day operations of your business. In today’s episode, Cameron offers his advice on finding and keeping an A-level COO. He’ll explain the ins and outs of creating a COO scorecard – the top […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Review I'd love you to subscribe to the podcast and leav...

Today’s episode is a unique one. Our guest is Delaney Keating, a former COO Alliance Member who had originally been booked to be on a previous episode of the podcast before circumstances and strategic business decisions led to her being let go from her position. Delaney offers some real honesty and vulnerability, as well as […] Resources: Subscribe, Rate & Review I'd love you to subscribe to t...