Leadership Roots ~ Personal Journeys Behind Today’s Top Executives

 This episode of Executive Leaders Radio features Jim Haefele, President & Managing Partner of Haefele Flanagan, who shares how his complex family background and love of sports shaped his bold leadership approach. Jessica Grayson, Chief Growth Officer at Stradley Ronan, discusses growing up as the oldest of four and how emotional intelligence guides her work coaching partners at the firm. Thome Startk, President & COO of JDog Brands, reflects on how wrestling, military service, and single fatherhood influenced his values of discipline, empathy, and service. Brad Goldoor, a co-founder at Phenom, recounts his early entrepreneurial ventures and passion for innovation that drives his work in HR technology. Together, their stories highlight the personal experiences that forged their leadership styles.