The Team Engagement Podcast

Nick Jonsson's narrative is a compelling tale of success, adversity, and authentic triumph. Initially driven by societal expectations and a desire to meet external standards of success, Nick led major international firms before facing a period of profound adversity. He confronted personal and professional crises, including executive loneliness, addiction, and the loss of a close friend to sui...

Meet Russell Harvey, "The Resilience Coach," a dynamic and engaging Leadership Coach and Facilitator, Public Speaker, Managing Director, NED, Podcaster, and Radio Host. With over 20 years of experience in Learning, Leadership, and Organizational Development, Russell has specialized in Resilience and VUCA for the past 18 years. He is passionate about positively impacting 100,000 people by...

Meet Alex, with over 15 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, and the business industry, she has a keen understanding of the financial challenges business owners face. Recognizing that poor financial data and inefficient systems hinder growth and informed decision-making, Alex is dedicated to helping businesses overcome these obstacles. She provides skilled bookkeeping professionals, com...

Happy to have Jay again on the show! He’s a highly experienced software professional who has worked across various verticals, platforms, and ecosystems. He has a unique combination of skills in development, quality assurance, and product management, which enables him to offer cutting-edge solutions for modern software platforms and teams. Jay founded JDAQA, a consulting firm that originally helped...

Welcome to the 400th episode! Woohoo! I started the Team Engagement podcast in an effort to engage business leaders around the world in a discussion about leadership and teams.  My vision was to include leaders from different countries, industries, backgrounds, and opinions.  Men and women, young and old, new leaders and experienced leaders...all of them would be welcome to share their perspective...

Meet Jim, the visionary founder and Chairman of Afterburner Inc., a renowned management consulting and leadership training firm boasting over 80 military professionals. As a former F-15 Fighter/Instructor pilot in the U.S. Air Force, Jim brings his expertise to bear, establishing Afterburner in 1996 and authoring seven influential books on leadership and management. Globally acknowledged for his a...

Meet Katrena Friel, an international keynote speaker, fully qualified corporate trainer, executive coach, award-winning author, and business mentor. She is an expert in personal and professional development, helping people escape their current thinking in an express format. For those companies that value honesty, growth, credibility, expertise, experience, and authenticity, then Katrena will FLICK...

Meet Gentry Davies, a dynamic entrepreneur, serving as the CEO and founder of Crew, a pioneering venture in the tech industry. Prior to this role, he demonstrated his leadership prowess as the head of product management at Divvy. Beyond the boardroom, Gentry finds solace and joy in the great outdoors, indulging in activities like hiking, e-biking, and the thrill of roller hockey. Despite his profe...

Scott is the CEO of Tandem PV, a disruptive solar energy company based in Silicon Valley.  Prior to Tandem, Scott was the Vice President and General Manager of Logitech B2B, a division that generates ~$2 billion in annual revenue and includes all products, software, and services for business and enterprise customers. Before leading the B2B group, Scott drove 25x growth in the Video Collaboration d...

Bill, a product of island upbringing and a diverse educational background, has cultivated a lifelong dedication to tackling both human and technical challenges. Throughout his illustrious tech career, he has spearheaded the development of products, teams, and innovative solutions across a spectrum of industries including mobile technology, recruitment, ecommerce, social media, and most recently, e...

Meet Glenn Akramoff, your solution to the challenges plaguing your organization. With a mission to cultivate healthy work environments and unleash the full potential of teams, Glenn offers a range of services tailored to your needs. Whether stepping in as an interim leader to steer your organization through transitions or providing expert consulting to refine your leadership approach, Glenn's...

Meet Dr. Randy Ross, a captivating communicator, and visionary leader renowned for his transformative impact on individuals and organizations alike. As the author of bestselling books such as "Remarkable!" and "Relationomics: Business Powered by Relationships," Dr. Ross has inspired countless individuals to rediscover passion and purpose in their work, fostering stronger teams...

Meet Brickman "Brick" Allen, a visionary entrepreneur with a cowboy spirit instilled in him from a young age, epitomizing the ethos of resilience and determination. His journey into entrepreneurship began at just 14, when he utilized a loan from his mother to kickstart a cinnamon roll business, igniting his passion for business ventures. Today, Brick's portfolio spans multiple succe...

Meet Christy, a dynamic entrepreneur with a fervent commitment to cultivating environments where individuals can excel. As the visionary behind WriterGirl, Christy leads a team of over 100 certified writers, strategists, and project managers, dedicated to delivering senior-level expertise to healthcare organizations nationwide. With a focus on leadership development, healthcare marketing, and stra...

Meet Ryan, transitioning from bankruptcy as a real estate investor in 2008, he embarked on a transformative journey and is now recognized for his expertise in dog training. He has empowered thousands of canines and their humans. His greatest passion lies in creating significant positive changes in the lives of dogs and their owners, fostering better relationships and understanding through compassi...

Meet Seth, currently serving as the President of Zion HealthShare in St. George, UT. He boasts a rich professional journey entrenched in higher education. With a diverse career spanning roles such as Vice President and President across several esteemed universities and colleges, Seth has accrued over 14 years as a respected university instructor. His ardor for the written word has seen the publica...

Meet Eric Dahl, a renowned marketer celebrated for his unique leadership approach, serving as a Partner at DavisDahl. With a trail of accomplishments, including multiple Inc. 500 and Utah Fast 50 honors for past employers, and his own recognition as an AdAge 40 Under 40 candidate, Eric propelled Gravitate One to unprecedented levels of revenue and retention while President. Now, as co-founder of D...

Meet Kasper, a distinguished authority in in-house marketing setups, renowned for his expertise evidenced by two bestselling books and collaborations with esteemed global brands such as Apple, Lego, and Mars. With an illustrious career spanning over two decades in advertising, Kasper has founded and spearheaded in-house creative departments at industry giants including Maersk, Georg Jensen, and Sa...

Shayra is the co-founder and CEO of TouchBrick, a revolutionary startup reshaping the blockchain interaction landscape. Her visionary leadership has positioned TouchBrick as a standout in the Web3 space, with a commitment to innovation and user-friendly solutions. Shayra's success is marked by her distinction as one of the first venture capital-backed female and minority founders in Web3, bre...

Meet Cody, a seasoned sales and operations leader with a decade of success, notably contributing to Qualtrics' growth from a $1B unicorn to an $8B SAP acquisition and leading it through a $20B+ IPO. Currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer of GTM Operations at Workato, Cody focuses on empowering sales and GTM professionals to exceed targets daily. His expertise spans high-growth Go-to...

Meet Brent, an accomplished executive leader at Midwest Laboratories, renowned for his seven-year tenure steering impactful change within the company. With a profound commitment to fostering a positive influence on employees, clients, and communities, he has shaped Midwest Laboratories into a beacon of excellence within the analytical lab testing industry. His leadership prowess lies in innovation...

And here’s a wrap up of Season 4! A little background about me, I help entrepreneurs, small business owners, and solopreneurs start, grow, and scale their business by using a unique and proprietary system proven to help business owners reclaim their entrepreneurial dream! Sadly, many entrepreneurs are excited to start their venture, but then as challenges arise they find themselves facing stress,...

Meet Dave Schneider, a trailblazer who, two years post-Harvard with an Applied Math degree, chose an unconventional path—abandoning a corporate career to traverse the globe for half a decade with his then-girlfriend, exploring 60+ countries. Amidst their adventures, Dave ignited his entrepreneurial spark, birthing and successfully exiting his maiden SaaS venture, NinjaOutreach, an influential play...

Meet Rob, a seasoned leader with a rich background spanning over 25 years across military and private sectors. His journey began as a Marine Corps Harrier pilot, and today, as the founder of SteerBridge, he leverages his extensive leadership experience to elevate Veterans within the private sector by integrating their expertise into federal projects. Rob seamlessly merges his operational, congress...

Meet Seth, currently serving as the President of Zion HealthShare in St. George, UT. He boasts a rich professional journey entrenched in higher education. With a diverse career spanning roles such as Vice President and President across several esteemed universities and colleges, Seth has accrued over 14 years as a respected university instructor. His ardor for the written word has seen the publica...