The Leader Show with Lou Carter

Today, we are delighted to welcome Halsey Cook Jr., the CEO of Milliken & Company, a leader in the manufacturing industry with over 30 years of experience. On the agenda is Milliken & Company's recognition as a Most Loved Workplace® and how the company created a strong culture through career development programs and team recognition initiatives. Halsey’s conversation with Lou also tou...

 We are back with Temple Grandin on The Leader Show with Lou Carter. Temple is a renowned author, and academic, well-known for her research in autism and animal behavior. In this episode, she delves deeper into the topic of neurodiversity. She highlights the pressing need for organizations to embrace different ways of thinking and approaches to problem-solving. Children need exposure to a wide var...

We are thrilled to have with us Jay Friedman, the CEO of Goodway Group. Goodway Group delivers a holistic approach to digital media strategy and execution, leveraging sophisticated techniques for data analysis, insights, and customized consulting services. Jay discusses Goodway Group’s journey to getting certified as a Most Loved Workplace and shares how they are transforming the digital marketpla...

This week, on The Leader Show with Lou Carter we have guest Patrick Ryan, billionaire, and CEO of Ryan Specialty Group, a global insurance company that offers innovative solutions to insurance carriers, agents, and brokers with specialized needs. In this episode, he discusses his values, professional journey, and the core principles that have shaped his leadership and the organization.

On today's episode of The Leader Show With Lou Carter, we have Scott Baxt, head of research at Most Loved Workplace, taking on the mantle of host. Scott interviews Brian Scudamore, the founder and CEO of 02E Brands (the parent company of 1-800-GOT-JUNK?) a Most Loved Workplace® for the second year running.  Brian tells us how O2E has managed to achieve this inspiring feat; the secret to their...

Today we cover the first part of Lou’s interview with Dr. Temple Grandin, a renowned author, and academic, well-known for her research in autism and animal behavior. On the agenda are topics such as autism, neurodiversity, working with companies as neurodiverse individuals, and Temple’s new book Visual Thinking.

Amy Errett, the CEO and founder of Madison Reed joins us on The Leader Show. Madison Reed develops and creates a sense of community, where employees are encouraged to bring their true and whole selves to work. On this episode, Amy discusses the company culture, the importance of empowering both team members and customers, and why trust, empathy and self-awareness are critical in creating a Most Lo...

Joining us on The Leader Show with Lou Carter is Dr. Christopher Chen, the CEO of ChenMed, America's leading primary healthcare provider. In this episode, Chris shares the importance of providing underserved communities with love and value-based care.

Today, Lou interviews executive coach Marshall Goldsmith about his new book, “The Earned Life,” which explores the source of today’s existential crisis: regret.  Living an earned life means making choices, taking risks, and putting in the effort that aligns with an overarching purpose in our lives, regardless of the eventual outcomes.

Lou interviews Sudhir Agarwal, the CEO of Everise, a Most Loved Workplace. Lou and Sudhir discuss the importance of focusing on people and creating an environment where everybody can share their ideas freely and foster a positive work culture. For Sudhir, ignoring office politics and identifying an employee’s true potential is critical for any company that wants to succeed in the long run.

In this episode, Lou interviews Tia Graham, Chief Happiness Officer and author of "Be A Happy Leader," to discuss the importance of happiness and well-being at work. Tia shares insights on how leaders can cultivate a positive work environment, including the benefits of mindfulness, self-compassion, and connection with others. She also emphasizes the importance of sleep, exercise, and spe...

Joining us on this episode is Dr. Candace Steele Flippin, the author of Get Your Career In SHAPE: A Five-Step Guide to Achieve the Success You Need, Want, and Deserve. On today's agenda is the phenomenon of "quiet quitting" and what employers can do to address it. 

Joining us on The Leader Show this week is Candice Lu, a Founding Partner at Qvest, a Most Loved Workplace. On the agenda today is trust, cultivating honesty and open communication in the workplace, and why mentorship is critical for personal and professional growth. 

Lou interviews George Beebe, director of Grand Strategy at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft and former head of Russia analysis for CIA Intelligence under Vice President Dick Cheney. In this episode, they discuss the situation in Ukraine and its impact on the global economy. 

Today, Lou interviews Anirudh Devgan, the president and incoming CEO of Cadence Design Systems, a technology company based in San Jose with 9,300 employees worldwide.  Cadence was ranked 7th on the 2021 Most Loved Workplace ® list due to its focus on diversity and inclusion, including an employee group for underrepresented individuals and allies.

Dave Burritt of US Steel joins Lou on the podcast to discuss the challenges and opportunities in the steel industry. On the agenda is the importance of safety in the workplace, the goal of sustainability, and how US Steel has internalized "Made in America" as a key business principle. 

Ray Pineault, the CEO of Mohegan joins us on the podcast today. He talks about how reinforcing the workplace culture is the responsibility of leaders, and how the board should be holding them accountable for the same. He also mentions how maintaining an open-door approach in an organization can help make the team members feel comfortable about sharing their feedback and ideas, which can lead to th...

This week’s Leader Show features Dan Smith, the Chief Executive Officer of Watco Companies. Before becoming a business leader, Dan was a pitcher for the Montreal Expos. As the CEO of a Most Loved Workplace®, Dan is convinced that leaders should embrace insecurity and wake up every day with a hunger to create value for their teams.

Our guest today is Paul Travers, the President/CEO of Vuzix, one of the most sought-after technology companies that deals in display engines, waveguide optics, augmented reality, and wearable computing. On the agenda today is Vuzix' collaborative work culture, rewarding talent with stock options, and the future of the metaverse.