Winning Through Culture

In this special episode of Winning Through Culture (WTC), we celebrate a significant milestone—our 100th episode! Join our co-hosts, Tim and Amanda, as they take a reflective journey through WTC, exploring its inception, evolution, and the remarkable moments that have shaped it. The conversation explores their sources of inspiration, the importance of workplace culture, and the fascinating evoluti...

For veterans, the transition from military to civilian life can often be difficult and filled with feelings of being misunderstood. This episode of Winning Through Culture features Scarlet Harris, who is about changing how workplaces view veterans. From her experience of having close family members who have served, to working with various veteran groups, Scarlet brings unique insights into the ben...

For many, the road to being a great leader can be difficult to navigate. In this episode of Winning Through Culture, we feature Carl Sharperson, Jr. Carl is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy and a former United States Marine Corps pilot. With experience in the military, Corporate America, and entrepreneurship, Carl is able to help individuals on that path toward authentic leadership. C...

In this episode of Winning Through Culture, Tim Flanagan and Amanda Kramer sit down with Lance Collins, an Army Combat Veteran with 15 years of military experience. Lance is a leader, Financial Advisor, and Area Manager at Pinnacle Financial Partners. He is using his firsthand knowledge of the military and the transitional journey to the workforce to advocate for stronger support systems for veter...

In this episode of Winning Through Culture, Tim Flanagan, Jr. sits down with Jarrod DeSantis. Jarrod is the Regional Director of Advice & Financial Planning at MassMutual. He joins Tim in this conversation to talk about the fundamental role of financial planning, both in personal and corporate landscapes. Jarrod provides insights on the question of what is financial planning, the intersection...

In this episode of Winning Through Culture, Tim Flanagan is joined by three prominent figures from the Charlotte Latinx community, Cheri Lujan, Karen Bardales, and Mauricio Tandazo. All three individuals are proud members of the Association of Latino Professionals For America (ALPFA) and also serve on the Board of Directors. ALPFA is the longest-standing Latino organization with a robust membershi...

In this episode of Winning Through Culture , Tim Flanagan is honored to sit down with D.J. Vanas, an internationally-acclaimed speaker and bestselling author. With a unique perspective that draws from the Native American warrior spirit, D.J. shares insights from his book “The Warrior Within,” highlighting the profound importance of unity, purpose, and continuous dialogues about values...

In this episode of Winning Through Culture, co-hosts Tim Flanagan and Amanda Kramer discuss a topic vital to the modern workspace — authenticity and vulnerability in the workplace. As culture leaders, Tim and Amanda share their experiences and insights into the delicate balance that comes with opening it up to feedback you may or may not be ready for. Tim and Amanda unpack the challenges and...

In this episode of Winning Through Culture, Tim Flanagan chats with Sean Farrell, CEO of Quality Data Systems (QDS). After an early career in professional baseball was cut short by injury, Sean ventured into the family business, eventually becoming the CEO of QDS, a leader in the Cash Automation, ATM, and ITM market. Sean recounts his journey from a sales representative to the CEO of a company tha...

This is a Winning Through Culture Greatest Hits episode! In this remastered episode of Winning Through Culture, Tim Flanagan is joined by Lila Ressler, CEO & Managing Partner of PeopleSolutionsNOW. An accomplished HR and Organizational Effectiveness consultant with over two decades of leadership experience, Lila is recognized for her expertise in fostering organizational success through a focu...

This is a Winning Through Culture Greatest Hits episode! Tim Flanagan chats with Jordan Raynor, best-selling author, Christian entrepreneur, and a leading voice of the faith and work movement. Jordan, a two-time Google Fellow and former CEO of Threshold 360, is deeply passionate about helping entrepreneurs become “purposeful, present, and wildly productive”.  In this timeless episode a...

This is a Winning Through Culture Greatest Hits episode! In this remastered episode, Tim Flanagan engages in a dialogue about intentional culture with leadership coach and author, Rob McKinnon. A trusted advisor to CEOs and senior executives, Rob shares insights on the power of intentionality, the indispensable role of self-leadership, and the incredible influence of organizational culture.  Despi...

In this episode of Winning Through Culture, Tim Flanagan chats with Tom Henske, an individual with many accolades that can speak from experience on this all-important topic of how to create a high-performance culture. Tom shares his unique career journey and the valuable lessons he learned along the way. From UVA soccer goalkeeper to financial advisor to a successful professional career that inclu...

In this episode of the Winning through Culture podcast, we explore the principles that form the foundation of a thriving work culture. We place an emphasis on impactful productivity over a culture of busyness. We discuss the intriguing concept of 10X productivity, contrasting it with the traditional 2X productivity mindset. The episode also introduces the innovative ‘Working Genius’ to...

In this episode of Winning Through Culture, we had the pleasure of speaking with Lisa Bonta Sumii, CEO and founder of AthMindset. Lisa shared her insights on the importance of mental health in sports and business performance. We explored the need for mental coaching, funding for mental health awareness initiatives, and the transferability of skills used by athletes into business and entrepreneursh...

In this episode of Winning Through Culture titled “The Intersection of Brand and Culture,” host Tim Flanagan welcomes Rebekah Miller (Digital Marketing Coordinator) and Anna Rychkova (Marketing Coordinator) to discuss how to integrate a brand internally, as well as how to communicate externally about a rebrand or new brand. They share insights and experiences from building The Pelora G...

In this episode of Winning Two Culture, we have the pleasure of hosting Tori Thomas, CEO and Co-Founder of Circa Creative Studios, and Chelsea Pawlowski, Marketing Director at The Pelora Group. They share their expertise on the significance of the brand refresh process and explore how it can be a catalyst for a company’s growth and prosperity. Key Takeaways from the power of brand episode: The imp...

In this episode of Winning Through Culture, we have the pleasure of hosting Chelsea Pawlowski, Director of Marketing at The Pelora Group. With her vast experience and insights, Chelsea shares her expertise on the rebranding process and how aligning your brand with your company culture can lead to long-term success. Key Takeaways: Timing is crucial for a successful rebrand. While there may not be a...

In this engaging episode of Winning Through Culture, hosts Tim and Amanda delve into the intricate relationship between organizational culture and brand. They mention their personal journey with The Pelora Group, highlighting how they aligned their company’s culture with its brand and navigated a rebranding process. Future episodes will explore how The Pelora Group came to be. Through candid...

It’s not about the transaction, but about the relationship. In this episode, we are excited to welcome David Hoffman, the CEO of David Hoffman Realty and also Covenant First Mortgage . Speaking on his upcoming book  Relationships over Rules: 7 Principles to Lead Gracefully and Love Generously , the conversation follows how the adversity of David’s upbringing and his love for Christ has devel...

In this episode of Winning Through Culture, Tim and Amanda delve into the complex issue of measuring workplace culture. They explore various methods to gauge the effect of a company’s culture on employee retention, including undergoing a third-party evaluation, holding open dialogues about culture, and soliciting feedback from employees in the form of ratings. The duo also discusses the GWC...

If you’re not as engaged with the candidate as the next person, you’ll lose them. Our guest today is Debby Millhouse, CEO of CEO Inc , Xcentri , and Go Healthcare Staffing . With a distinct perspective, Debbie shares how they provide a culture that finds and keeps great people — along with finding great talent for other companies. In today’s post-COVID recruiting landscape,...

In this episode of Winning Through Culture, Tim and Amanda discuss the distinction between passion and purpose — and how to find or build that purpose in work. It all starts with the theory of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. Tim and Amanda focus on the importance of aligning one’s talents with their passion and purpose. From there they offer advice for those looking to build their p...

The purpose of the podcast is to tackle the topics that are timely for today and help leaders navigate the change that comes. In this episode, we discuss what we can expect for 2023. Coming into the third year of Winning Through Culture, we will continue to focus on ways leaders and entrepreneurs can stay impactful and relevant, while looking forward to having some intentional dialogue with indivi...

In this episode of Winning Through Culture, Amanda Kramer leads the thought-provoking recap of this year’s numerous conversations with local leaders. This is the Winning Through Culture Year in Review 2022! Amanda reflects on those conversations centering around cultivating culture and effective team building in the workplace. ‘Right person, right seat’ is an important concept in...