The Authority Company

In this episode of The Authority Company Podcast, Joe Pardavila sits down with Julia Putzeys, founder and GM of Trash Panda, the fast-growing app that flags harmful ingredients in your food with a simple barcode scan. Julia shares how her career in product management and software development (including a stint at the NFL) combined with her passion for nutrition to inspire Trash Panda. She explains...

Former NFL quarterback and current behavioral healthcare CEO BJ Coleman joins Joe Pardavila to share how he made the leap from professional sports to leading high-performing teams and turning around struggling facilities. Drawing from his book The Pivot, BJ breaks down the transferable skills that helped him succeed off the field, including consistency, discipline, and preparation. He explains how...

Neurologist and sleep specialist Dr. Anne Marie Morse joins Joe Pardavila to explain why better talk - not larger tech - drives better care.  Her new book Communication in Healthcare: Charting the Course to Better Outcomes with Trust, Respect, and Teamwork sets the stage for their conversation. Dr. Morse learned the cost of silence while watching her mother battle multiple sclerosis without suppor...

Joe Pardavila chats with crisis communication expert Michele Ehrhart, author of Crisis Compass: How to Communicate When It Matters Most. With over two decades of experience navigating high-stakes crises for global organizations like FedEx, Michele unpacks what truly defines a crisis, shares actionable strategies for leaders, and reveals why transparency and compassion are non-negotiable in crisis...

On this episode of The Authority Company podcast, Joe Pardavila sits down with Steve Smithwick, founder of Master Wall and author of Believer, Bulldog, Coach. Steve shares his remarkable journey from getting fired to building a multimillion-dollar manufacturing business rooted in faith, empathy, and perseverance.  They dive into what sparked Steve’s entrepreneurial leap, how servant leadership sha...

What do seminary school, a dairy burn room, and running a global biotech powerhouse have in common? Paul Perreault. In this episode of The Authority Company Podcast, host Joe Pardavila sits down with Paul Perreault, former CEO of CSL and author of The Detour CEO, to explore how a non-linear path shaped his values-driven approach to leadership. Paul opens up about working 80-hour weeks in a restaur...

Is style something you’re born with, or can it be learned? Aricia Symes says it’s both art and science. In this episode, Joe Pardavila sits down with Aricia, founder of Unfoldid and author of The Style Formula: The Art and Science of What to Wear. From growing up on a farm in hand-me-downs to advising Grammy nominees on their personal style, Aricia shares how she helps people understand their “sty...

Anthony A. Luna’s journey from an at-risk youth in San Pedro to CEO of Coastline Equity is more than a real estate success story—it’s a story of resilience, mentorship, and mission-driven leadership. In this episode, Anthony shares how the Boys & Girls Club changed his life, why mentorship saved him, and how he’s reimagining property management through a people-first approach. He also opens up...

In this episode of The Authority Company Podcast, Joe Pardavila welcomes British-American author and international banker Graham Broyd to discuss his debut book, Backpack, Jacket, Surfboard: My Journey Across America Then and Now. Graham takes us back to 1980, when he hitchhiked from Los Angeles to Washington, DC, armed with nothing but a surfboard, 24 shots on a Kodak camera, and a dream. They ex...

In this episode of  Entrepreneur Authorities , Joe Pardavila sits down with Charles Sims, a.k.a. the “Hurricane CTO,” a tech evangelist and investor with deep roots in startups, sports, and entertainment. Charles shares how he transformed chaotic tech emergencies into calm, how his background in theater sharpened his leadership skills, and what it's like to work alongside legendary execs like Stev...

In this episode of The Authority Company Podcast, host Joe Pardavila sits down with entrepreneur and oilman Rich Tabaka, author of How to Invest in Oil: Stories, Insights, and Strategic Recommendations from an Oil Entrepreneur. Rich isn't your typical oil tycoon—he's a first-generation American who left the construction industry to dive headfirst into oil exploration in, of all places, Kansas. The...

Executive leader and spiritual seeker Kathryn Henry (Gap, Levi’s, Lululemon) joins Joe Pardavila for a profound conversation about love, loss, and finding light in grief’s darkest moments. Following the decade-long battle and passing of her wife Lisa to cancer, Kathryn wrote A Dime to Say I Love You—sharing how tragedy sparked her spiritual awakening. She reveals intimate details of their relation...

Financial strategist Gabriel Shahin, author of How The Rich Get Richer, joins Joe Pardavila to decode why "High Earners Not Rich Yet" (HENRYs) struggle to build wealth despite six-figure salaries. They explore why traditional financial advice fails tech executives, attorneys, and professionals in high-cost cities—revealing how commission-based models overlook this group and why Roth IRAs often tru...

Joe Pardavila is joined by Judy McCutcheon, CEO of Go Blue Consulting and author of Unfiltered and Unapologetic, for a raw and inspiring conversation about reclaiming authenticity in a world that often demands self-sacrifice.   Judy opens up about her journey from growing up in Tobago as one of ten children in a single-parent household to becoming a global leadership consultant, sharing how her mo...

Why does the U.S. healthcare system feel so complex, expensive, and impossible to fix? In this eye-opening episode, healthcare strategist Judith Kunisch joins Joe Pardavila to demystify the labyrinth of American healthcare through the lens of her book, The Center of the Star: Understanding and Changing the US Healthcare System. Drawing on decades of frontline experience—from bedside nursing to For...

In this profoundly moving episode, Sandy Lundy joins Joe Pardavila to share the heartbreaking story of her son Shane, who died by suicide in 2018 after enduring relentless bullying—a pain Sandy never saw coming. Raw and honest, Sandy discusses how bullying evolves beyond childhood into digital cruelty and adult complacency, revealing why victims often suffer in silence and how society’s "casual cr...

Join Joe Pardavila on The Authority Company Podcast for an eye-opening conversation with hospitality pioneer Travis Wilburn. As the architect behind The 100 Collection – a revolutionary portfolio of invitation-only, professionally managed vacation rentals – Travis unveils why traditional platforms like Airbnb fail luxury travelers and how his company is becoming the "Michelin Guide of luxury short...

Joe Pardavila welcomes Joycelyn David, author of The Multicultural Mindset: Driving Business Growth in a Borderless Era, to tackle the complexities of fostering multicultural understanding in a world increasingly divided over DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion). Amidst political headwinds and shifting cultural norms, Joycelyn shares her journey as a global leader and unveils her groundbreaking...

Joe Pardavila sits down with Buddy Teaster, President and CEO of the global nonprofit Soles4Souls, which transforms lives through clothing and shoe donations. Buddy opens up about steering the organization through crisis, turning financial turmoil and reputational challenges into a thriving mission that serves millions. Discover how Soles4Souls balances philanthropy with earned revenue, using inno...

Joe Pardavila is joined by leadership expert Emil K. Everett, author of Leading With Trust: The 12 Elements of Achieving Peak Performance. They delve into the evolving landscape of leadership, from the seismic shifts caused by the pandemic—where empathy and transparency became non-negotiable—to the timeless balance between character and skills. Emil shares poignant lessons from his mother’s resili...

In this compelling episode of The Authority Company Podcast, Joe Pardavila sits down with James L. Decker, a seasoned healthcare leader with 47 years of experience, to explore the delicate balance between fiscal responsibility and compassion in modern healthcare. Jim, author of Reviving the Heart of Leadership: Empowering Healthcare Executives to Lead With Compassion, reflects on how the industry...

Joe Pardavila sits down with Terri Eagle, renowned luxury marketing leader and author of The Champagne CEO: A Sparkling Journey of Success Through Courage, Confidence, and Collaboration. With over 25 years of experience shaping iconic brands like L’Oreal, Mont Blanc, and David Yurman, Terri shares her remarkable journey from slinging pizzas at her family’s Seattle shop to becoming a visionary in t...

Joe Pardavila sits down with Damon Stafford, CEO of Alpine Intel and author of Believe in Better: The Evolution of Core Principles that Pioneered an Industry. Damon shares his journey of mastering self-awareness, embracing transparent leadership, and fostering a relentless pursuit of "better" in both business and life.   Discover how Damon’s philosophy of continuous improvement drives Alpine Intel...

In this compelling episode of The Authority Company Podcast, Joe Pardavila sits down with Itzhak Fisher, author of The Courage to Continue: A Family’s Legacy of Resilience and Global Enterprise. Dive into a profound conversation about resilience across generations, beginning with Itzhak’s family surviving the Holocaust—a trauma shrouded in silence yet shaping their lives in unexpected ways, from h...

Joe Pardavila welcomes Dr. Marschall Runge, Dean of the University of Michigan Medical School and author of The Great Healthcare Disruption: Big Tech, Bold Policy, and the Future of American Medicine. Dr. Runge shares his bold vision for transforming the U.S. healthcare system, tackling pressing issues like physician burnout, AI-driven innovations, and the challenges of accessibility and affordabi...