Technology Partners

Something Extra

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My name is Lisa Nichols, and I have spent the last 30 years as both the CEO of Technology Partners and as the mother to Ally, our daughter with Down syndrome. Down syndrome occurs when someone is born with an extra chromosome, but for Ally, her “something extra” goes beyond her DNA. She is one of the funniest, kindest, mostly joyful people you have ever met. Learning from Ally has taught me to look for the “something extras” in everyone I encounter. Join me as I interview leaders from around the world as they share their stories and show us what it takes to influence, encourage, and be a true...

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The Freedom Found in Setting Boundaries w/ Jeff Johnson 08.08.2019 27:23

4th-generation CEO, Jeff Johnson, joins Lisa and shares how seeds planted by those before us can affect people for years to come. Guest Links: Jeff's LinkedIn Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

Empathetic Leadership w/ Krister Ungerbock 01.08.2019 28:49

Through multiple languages and the desire to understand people, Former CEO turned Author, Krister Ungerböck, shares how to connect with people across all barriers. Guest Links: Krister's LinkedIn 22 Talk Shifts Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

Believing in Something Bigger Than Yourself w/ John Kramer & Marc Braun 20.07.2019 33:03

Marc Braun and John Kramer, President and CEO of Cambridge Engineering, Inc, show how focusing on something bigger than yourself and bringing dignity to what you do will transform the way you approach what matters in your life. Guest Links: Marc's LinkedIn John's LinkedIn Cambridge Air Solutions Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Eng...

From her experience with the Ironman competition to adversities she overcame from her battle with cancer, Author and Speaker, Teri Griege, shares a personal perspective on how hope can be found in every part of life. Guest Links: Teri's LinkedIn PoweredbyHope.org Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator;...

Showing Up for Others With Contagious Passion w/ Justine Froelker 11.07.2019 30:33

With her trademark humor and contagious passion, Bestselling Author and Speaker, Justine Froelker, shares her personal story of overcoming real adversity and how everyone can be equipped to build a better life. Guest Links: Justine's LinkedIn The Daring Way by Brene Brown Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coor...

Showing Up as Your Best Self w/ Linda Haberstroh 04.07.2019 30:12

Now the President of Phoenix Textile Corporation, Linda Haberstroh continues her Mother's legacy of pioneering innovation and leading people to the best version of themselves. Guest Links: Linda's LinkedIn Phoenix Textile Corporation Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing...

Using Your Voice for the Betterment of All w/ Dana Lorberg 27.06.2019 30:33

Dana Lorberg, Executive Vice President of Mastercard International, discusses the impact that parents have on our lives, the importance of your voice, and the powerful effects of helping the next generation. Guest Links: Dana's LinkedIn Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing S...

Something Extra w/ HBA Live Panel 20.06.2019 44:38

With an exceptional panel of industry-leading experts, Lisa moderates a discussion on digital health and the far-reaching effects it has on people. Featuring Dr. Danish Nagda, Katie Haw, Katherine Nowak, Dr. Justin Collier, and Jerry Fox. Guest Links: Dr. Danish Nagda's LinkedIn Katie Haw's LinkedIn Katherine Nowak's LinkedIn Dr. Justin Collier's LinkedIn Jerry Fox's Linke...

Turning Your Team Into a Family w/ Claire Kellett 13.06.2019 37:24

Emmy award-winning reporter, Claire Kellett, stops by the show and shares both her stand-out story of going after her passions and the key to continuous growth. Guest Links: Claire Kellett KMOV Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

Leading With Courage w/ Mark Thom 06.06.2019 39:02

Mark Thom, CEO of MiTek Industries (a Berkshire Hathaway company), shares how to celebrate the value in people and to equip the next generation of leaders. Guest Links: Mark's LinkedIn MiTek Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

The Outpouring of a Purpose Driven Life w/ Trina Clark James 30.05.2019 31:34

From seeing the rebirth of one of the most influential company's in the world, to changing the course of her life in a BIG way, Trina Dyan Clark James shares how purpose, people, and technology can change lives. Guest Links: Trina's LinkedIn NPower Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Coc...

Something Extra w/ Women In Technology Live Panel 23.05.2019 58:48

In this special episode of the Something Extra Podcast, Lisa is joined by 4 leading technology experts in the discussion of Artificial Intelligence. Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

Staying The Course With Curiosity and Anticipation w/ Dan Roberts 16.05.2019 25:38

Listen as Dan Roberts, CEO of Ouellette & Associates, shares his 30 years of IT and leadership experience with 7 secrets of the greatest leaders in the industry. Guest Links: Dan's LinkedIn Ouellette & Associates Technology Leadership Experience (TechLX) Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; M...

The Ability to See People Where They're At w/ Khalia Collier 09.05.2019 27:22

Khalia Collier, Owner & General Manager at St. Louis Surge Women's Professional Basketball, tells how taking people to the next level and bouncing back from defeat can change your entire career. Guest Links: Khalia's LinkedIn St. Louis Surge Women's Professional Basketball Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny H...

The Three H's of Leadership w/ Carla Bailey 02.05.2019 28:38

Carla Bailey, Senior Leader of Learning and Organizational Development at Washington University, joins Lisa to talk about how to not only become a leader -- but to grow them as well. Guest Links: Carla's LinkedIn Washington University in St. Louis Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran,...

Building Resilience That Lasts a Lifetime w/ Ed Corno 25.04.2019 30:08

Ed Corno joins Lisa on the show to talk about emerging technologies and the future of how businesses interact with tech. Guest Links: Ed's LinkedIn IBM Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

The Fruit of Servant Leadership w/ Cindy Owens 19.04.2019 28:57

With a lifetime dedicated to the betterment of people, Cindy Owens, CEO of the American Red Cross of Missouri and Arkansas, shares how serving others leads to becoming a capable and purpose-driven leader. Guest Links: Cindy's LinkedIn American Red Cross Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran,...

The Critical Component of Leadership w/ Meredith Knopp 11.04.2019 23:21

Former Army Captain turned STL FoodBank CEO, Meredith Knopp, brings an unconventional look into leadership on this week's show. Guest Links: Meredith's LinkedIn St. Louis Area Foodbank Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

Speaking the Language of Millennials w/ Kerry Goyette 04.04.2019 33:11

This week Kerry Goyette talks about the key to motivating your employees, how to speak the language of Millennials, and "The Age of Choice" in the workforce. Kerry is the President of Aperio Consulting Group. Guest Links: Kerry's LinkedIn Aperio Consulting Group The Non-Obvious Guide to Emotional Intelligence Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Will...

The Plot Twist in Being Influential w/ Judy Sindecuse 28.03.2019 32:51

Judy Sindecuse, A Harvard Law graduate with over 100 portfolio companies, joins Lisa on Today's episode. Guest Links: Judy's LinkedIn Capital Innovators Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

Giving The Uncomfortable Yes w/ Orv Kimbrough 21.03.2019 24:48

On Today's episode, outgoing CEO of United Way of Greater St. Louis and new CEO of Midwest BankCentre, Orv Kimbrough, shares the most powerful words you can say to the next generation and how every breakthrough is on the other side of the right relationship. Guest Links: Orv's LinkedIn United Way Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording En...

Unlocking the Potential of Those Around You w/ Jim Swanson 14.03.2019 39:58

Jim Swanson, Global CIO for Bayer AG, joins Lisa and shares his 30-year's worth of IT knowledge and why he thinks people are crucial to the planet's long-term sustainability. Guest Links: Jim's LinkedIn Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

The Impact of Sharing Your Success w/ Robert Teschner 07.03.2019 28:03

Check out the life-changing story of Top Gun pilot, Robert Teschner, as he shares about his unprecedented fighter pilot career and taking his life back from cancer. Guest Links: Robert's LinkedIn VMAX Consulting Debrief to Win Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

Leadership That Impacts The World w/ Dena Ladd 28.02.2019 28:27

Today show features Dena Ladd, former fashion industry pro turned policy advocate with Missouri Cures. Guest Links: Dena's LinkedIn Missouri Cures Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

Earning Trust w/ Sharon Fiehler 21.02.2019 28:27

Sharon Fiehler, Former CAO of Peabody Energy & Founder of ABC to CEO, joins Lisa as she shares how she went from Germantown to the C-Suite of a Fortune 500 company to building into the next generation of female leaders. Guest Links: Sharon's LinkedIn Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Co...