Kara Penfield & Rob Kramer

Spiro Leadership Podcast

Business EN ↓ 4 episodes

Join Rob and Kara from Spiro Coaching Institute as they interview leaders who give an insiders’ perspective on what life is truly like leading in higher education, academic medicine, and nonprofit organizations. This podcast will feature interviews of a wide variety of leaders from these sectors, gaining a holistic perspective into the opportunities, stressors, and delights that comes with leading in these unique environments.

Author

Kara Penfield & Rob Kramer

Episodes

Spiro Leadership Podast - ft. Adia Ross 16.06.2026 26:05

Join Kara and Rob as they interview Dr. Adia Ross, the newly appointed President of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist High Point Medical Center. Adia gives in depth insight into her journey of leadership and service in her career in academic medical centers. We hope you enjoy listening!

Spiro Leadership Podcast - ft. Diana Hicks 11.05.2026 27:48

Join Kara and Rob as they interview Diana Hicks, Executive Director and Founder of the nonprofit Can'dAid. Diana gives in depth insight into her journey of leadership and service in the world of non profits. We hope you enjoy listening!

Spiro Leadership Podcast - ft. Susan Jaffe 13.04.2026 25:40

Join Kara and Rob as they interview Susan Jaffe, Executive Director of the American Ballet Theatre. Susan gives in depth insight into her leadership journey in the world of non profits, theatre, and life. We hope you enjoy listening!

Spiro Leadership Podcast - ft. Gary Cuddeback 18.02.2026 23:22

Join Kara and Rob as they interview Gary Cuddeback, Dean and Professor of the School of Social Work at Virginia Commonwealth University. Gary gives in depth insight into his leadership journey in the world of Higher Education. We hope you enjoy listening!