Surfacing Leaders

In Episode 7 of Surfacing Leaders, host Marc Koehler engages in a fascinating conversation with retired police chief Fred Armijo, tracing his remarkable journey of surfacing as a leader in public service first as a lifeguard, then as a police officer, and ultimately as police chief. Fred's 29-year career in law enforcement is a testament to his unwavering commitment to service and leadership. Star...

Episode 6 of Surfacing Leaders, "From Rookie to Fire Chief: Unveiling the Heart of Fire Service Leadership" delves into the inspiring journey of David Parsons, a remarkable firefighter who rose through the ranks to become Oceanside, CA's Fire Chief -- the first Chief to begin their career graduating from Oceanside Fire Academy more than 20 years ago. Hosted by Marc Koehler, the episode follows Dav...

Episode 5 of Surfacing Leaders brings you the engaging and inspiring story of Commanding Excellence: The Art of Continuous Learning as a Military Leader. Host Marc Koehler sits down with Jeff Jarosz, a former Marine Corps officer with a remarkable career in military leadership. From serving under renowned leaders like former White House Chief of Staff John Kelly to Admiral McCraven during the Spec...

Dive into the waves of leadership as Surfacing Leaders host Marc Koehler, who moved to Oceanside with his family 25 years ago, shares the inspiring story of Leslee Gaul, a visionary leader who has left an indelible mark on the sandy shores of their hometown. Marc and Leslee's paths crossed years ago when they collaborated on coordinating beachside soccer tournaments in Oceanside during the time th...

Embark on an extraordinary journey into the realm of leadership under pressure with our guest, Mark Bertagnolli, in this captivating episode of 'Surfacing Leaders' titled "Leadership Under Pressure: From Silent Depths to Roaring Markets, Lessons in Thriving in High-Stakes Environments." Join us as we delve into the remarkable story of Mark's ascent first as a US Navy Nuclear Submarine Officer to c...

Episode 2 of Surfacing Leaders showcases John Murphy, an Emmy-winning writer and producer, fearlessly sharing his transformative journey to leadership in the television industry. Prepare to be captivated by vulnerability, enchanted by humorous moments, and inspired to embrace your own path to leadership.   Embark on a thrilling journey through the captivating world of television as John Murphy bra...

Welcome aboard Surfacing Leaders, the captivating leadership podcast that delves into remarkable journeys of leadership, hosted by none other than former United States Nuclear Submarine Officer, turnaround CEO, founder of Lead With Purpose, and author of Leading With Purpose, Marc Koehler. In our inaugural episode, Marc himself steps into the spotlight as he sits down with Kim Touchton, the Chief...