The Strategy and Leadership Podcast with Anthony C. Taylor

True innovation is about building what customers can't wait to have, not just what they need. In this riveting episode, get ready to dive into the world of exponential growth, daring experiments, and the art of bouncing back from setbacks. Our guest, Adam Robinson , the visionary CEO and founder of Retention.com , takes us on an inspiring journey through his roller-coaster ride of scaling business...

Leading as a CEO isn't about knowing every answer; it's about fostering a culture of growth, embracing innovation, and empowering your team to excel. Join us as Will Robinson , the CEO of Encapture , unravels the challenges and triumphs faced in their journey towards innovation, leveraging AI, and transforming leadership. Throughout the episode, Will shares the journey from a legacy business model...

What does it take to scale a business? It’s time to dive right into this episode with Keith Smith , the president of Vonco Products , to know how he manages to climb the stairs to success. Moving onto the corporate ladder takes a lot of effort, but being intentional in his position allowed him to thrive where he is today. Vonco Products improved after many years as they added talents along the way...

Adaptive strategy is an ingenious approach that has been the secret sauce behind the longevity of iconic companies. In this episode, we sit down with Peter Compo , the author of The Emergent Approach to Adaptive Strategy, Design, and Execution, who shares profound insights gained from his 25-year tenure at the global giant DuPont. Explore how DuPont, a company steeped in tradition, faced the daunt...

A successful entrepreneurship journey is all about focusing on a high-quality product, being aware of the needs of your target market, and keeping a healthy working culture within your own team. Although Peter Mann did not plan to be an entrepreneur from the get-go, he found success in his chosen industry by focusing on these key areas. Joining Anthony Taylor, he looks back on how he found his ent...

Are you a leader looking to make a lasting impact? In this episode, we dive into the world of mentorship with Scott Jeffrey Miller , author of The Ultimate Guide to Great Mentorship . Discover the distinct roles of leadership and mentorship, the evolving landscape of leadership in a post-COVID world, and the invaluable insights that mentors and mentees can gain from each other. Join us for a thoug...

Joe Rare is an “underground” serial entrepreneur, investor, outsourcing expert, father and husband. He currently owns four digital companies, five wedding venues, and real estate investment properties. His passion for sales never dimmed, but he discovered what his life’s work would be - building digital businesses. The road was definitely made of dirt with a lot of potholes. There were failed busi...

Amy Brown is the founder and CEO of Authenticx – a software platform that analyzes and activates patient voices at scale to reveal transformational opportunities in healthcare. Amy built her career as a rising executive in the healthcare industry, during which time she advocated for underserved populations, led and mobilized teams to expand healthcare coverage to thousands of Indiana residents, an...

Meredith Monday Schwartz shares her journey growing "Here Comes the Guide", what she's done to support the individuals in the company and how they created a fair and equitable culture while being distributed across the US. Meredith Monday Schwartz is the CEO at Here Comes The Guide, a fully bootstrapped, employee-owned, all female-led and all-female staffed website showcasing top-notch wedding ven...

As you think about exiting your business there are many factors you need to consider to make it a successful one. Having the right amount of time to prepare can make a world of difference (And several million dollars difference) at the end of the day. In this episode of the strategy and leadership podcast, I speak with Kevin Shaw, President and Managing Director at Baker Tilly Canada Corporate Fin...

How does a company go about revolutionizing an entire industry? Join us as we sit down with Ralph Dangelmaier, CEO and board member at Blue Snap, to delve into the industry of payments and innovation. In this episode, we explore how Blue Snap is disrupting the payments industry and empowering merchants to accept payments globally. From embedding payments for sale to optimizing platforms, Ralph sha...

Have you ever needed to persuade someone to join your team or convince them to support a project? How did you approach the situation, and what did you learn from it? In this interview, we have the privilege of talking to Alastair Wood, Vice-President & General Counsel at Rhino a New-York based real estate startup, looking to bring greater financial freedom to renters everywhere. He shares valu...

What are some fundamental leadership lessons that apply to both the public and private sectors? In this episode, we have an insightful conversation with Laura Terrell, an executive coach with a diverse background. Laura has worked in various industries and even served as a special assistant to the president at the White House. She is now focused on helping individuals succeed as an executive coach...

Are you struggling with implementing DEI strategies in your workplace? Join us for an engaging conversation with Wema Hoover, President and CEO of B Limitless Consulting LLC. With her extensive experience at top organizations like Pfizer, Athena Myers, Bristol Squibb, and Google. Wema sheds light on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in today's world. Discover how to drive sustaina...

Are you curious about the strategic vision that led to Howdy.com's remarkable $100 million valuation? Join us in this Strategy and Leadership Podcast episode as we interview Jacqueline Samira, the CEO, and founder of Howdy.com. Discover the core concepts behind their success and Jacqueline's journey here. Starting her company in 2018, Jacqueline's strategic approach involved nailing the foundation...

Looking to turn your organization into a value-driven powerhouse through business transformation? In this episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, we speak with Sanjeev Loomba, the author of "The Ninth Gear." With 27 years of experience, Sanjeev is a transformationalist and former CEO who has helped transform hundreds of organizations and thousands of people. He shares his insights on how t...

In this episode, we explore the groundbreaking work of women in business in their communities. Our guest is Wendy Steele, the founder, and CEO of Impact 100 Global. Wendy shares her incredible journey of overcoming limited resources and building a successful model that gathers at least 100 women who each donate $1000 to create grants of $100,000 or more that stay in their local community. With 65...

Is your team making optimal decisions? In this episode of the podcast, we had the privilege of speaking with Atif Rafiq, a seasoned leader with extensive experience in executive roles at billion-dollar business units such as McDonald’s, Volvo, and MGM Resorts. Notably, he was the first Chief Digital Officer in the history of the Fortune 500, a pioneering role he held at McDonald’s, and he rose to...

Does your organization have a DEI Strategy, or is looking to create one? Then this podcast is for you. Creating an inclusive workplace involves navigating multiple layers, and it can pose challenges, particularly for large and established organizations that are entrenched in the status quo. So, how can these organizations make progress toward inclusivity? We recently had the privilege of speaking...

Are you a business owner or entrepreneur looking to build a valuable asset (organization) that can be sold or transferred at your desired valuation? In order to achieve this, you need to focus on creating sustainable, predictable, and transferable cash flow. Unfortunately, many businesses fail to properly manage their finances, leading to negative equity and liabilities that are not immediately ap...

What does healthy Leadership Communication look like and how can you become better at it? In this Strategy and Leadership podcast episode, Anthony Taylor interviews Erin Marcus, founder and CEO of Conquer Your Business. We learn about the importance of having uncomfortable conversations in the workplace. When managers are unhappy with their team's performance but are uncomfortable having a convers...

As a business leader, you know that creating and implementing an effective strategic plan can be overwhelming. There are so many things to consider: the field your company operates in and how quickly it changes affect the complexity, length, and scope of your strategic plan. It’s crucial to understand the timelines and interdependencies between different components of your plan, and identifying th...

Bill Murray fans this is for you! Do you want to know how a community-driven business can build brand loyalty and drive demand? Look no further than Kerry Michaels, the co-founder and CEO of William Murray Golf. In this episode, we sit down with Kerry to discuss the incredible story of William Murray Golf and the valuable lessons she's learned along the way. Kerry shares how William Murray Golf gr...

How can senior leadership teams create and sustain strong partnerships that endure over time? In this episode, we explore the critical factors that enable effective collaboration, including the importance of complementary skills, the demands of multitasking, and the distinctive roles of CEOs and COOs in both startup and mature company settings. In essence, co-founders must be adaptable and allocat...

Strategy and Leadership Podcast #214 Are you a CEO or a business leader looking to gain insights on how to lead your organization during uncertain times? Then you won't want to miss this episode of our podcast. We're excited to welcome Liz Hoffman, a business and finance editor at Semaphore and former reporter at the Wall Street Journal. Liz has spent 15 years covering finance and business, with a...