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EPISODE · Jun 23, 2026 · 33 MIN

Culture Starts Here: Leaders Need To Be Led with John D'Addario III

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The higher you go in leadership, the harder it can be to get honest perspective. And when you're leading through transition, growth, or culture change, going it alone can limit what you're able to see. In this episode, CEO Heather Haas and leadership consultant BJ McKay are joined by John D'Addario III, CEO of D'Addario, for a conversation about leadership transition, culture clarity, and the value of outside perspective. What does it take to honor a company's legacy while leading it into the future? Heather and BJ talk with John about stepping into the CEO role after a founder-led era, revisiting values, and partnering with ADVISA to build alignment across the organization.   Additional Resources: Connect with John on LinkedIn Learn more about D'Addario and their products at https://www.daddario.com/ Get Your Culture Check! Connect with Heather on LinkedIn Connect with BJ on LinkedIn Learn more about Advisa Subscribe to CultureCon's YouTube channel! Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network   Key Takeaways: Leaders grow faster when they seek outside perspective. Culture can become a lasting competitive advantage. Succession requires preparation, responsibility, and earned trust. Values matter most when reinforced through behavior. Candid conversations protect families and businesses from conflict.

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