PODCAST · business
Employee Ownership with Bob Whalen
by HB Global
Bob Whalen is the CEO of HB Global, a successful parent company for mechanical, plumbing, and electrical operating divisions across the United States. He is particularly passionate about employee ownership. In this podcast series Bob unpacks his views on business and anything related to the employee ownership model. Listeners will learn what employee ownership means, the effect it has on workers’ long-term wealth and company culture, the alignment and success it produces, and things you may never have thought of.
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Stories of HB Global with Greg Ellis: From Skeptic to Advocate
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2026, we are focusing on the importance of scaling culture through our mission, vision, values, and principles. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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Scaling Culture at HB Global: Why We Developed HB Global Principles
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2026, we are focusing on the importance of scaling culture through our mission, vision, values, and principles. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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Scaling Culture at HB Global: Our Mission and Vision as a People-Centric Organization
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2026, we are focusing on the importance of scaling culture through our mission, vision, values, and principles. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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Scaling Culture at HB Global: How Being an ESOP Supports Our Mission and Vision
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2026, we are focusing on the importance of scaling culture through our mission, vision, values, and principles. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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Scaling Culture at HB Global: The Importance of Core Values Alignment
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2026, we are focusing on the importance of scaling culture through our mission, vision, values, and principles. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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HB Capital: Expanding Employee Ownership and Creating Value
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2025, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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Stories of HB Global with Joe Mastrippolito: People First, Curiosity, and Varied Perspectives
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2025, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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Stories of HB Global with Jon Sirken: From the Military to the Private Sector
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2025, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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Stories of HB Global with Eric Crawford: How Curiosity and Continuous Improvement Fuel Growth
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2025, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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A Conversation with Bob on His Leadership Philosophies
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2025, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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Celebrating National Safety Month with Tabatha Sedio
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2025, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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Stories of HB Global with Adam Smith: Lessons from Unique Experiences
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2025, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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Stories of HB Global with Brad Orsburn: A Winding Journey
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2025, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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Stories of HB Global with Matt Chubb: Alignment with Our Mission and Core Values
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2025, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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Answering Questions on Radical Autonomy
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2024, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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Stories of HB Global with Ryan Nash: The Journey of Being Acquired by HB Global
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2024, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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Stories of HB Global with Kerrin Musselman: From Apprentice to Division President
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2024, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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Stories of HB Global with Jim Saussaman: Bringing Business and People Together
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2024, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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A Conversation on the Benefits of Longevity at HB Global
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2024, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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A Leadership Conversation on Delegation
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2024, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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A Conversation on Leadership at Every Level of HB Global
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2024, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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A Conversation on the Impact HB Global Has on Our Communities
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2024, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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A Conversation on the Importance of the HB Global Divisions
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2024, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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A Conversation on What Defines HB Global as a Great Place to Work
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2024, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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April 2024 Blog - What Makes HB Global a Great Place to Work
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2024, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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A Conversation on How HB Global Shares Value
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2024, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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March 2024 Blog - How HB Global Shares Value
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2024, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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A Conversation around HB Global Mission and Values
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2024, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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February 2024 Blog - A Focus on Mission and Values
Welcome to the HB Global Employee Ownership Podcast Series. In 2024, we are placing particular focus on the mission and values of HB Global in an effort to level set for all employee owners what these mean and how each of us can exemplify them each day. These communications are intended for the employees of HB Global. We recognize that the general public will have access. The views expressed in these communications represent Bob Whalen in the context of HB Global and may not apply to broader audiences.If you have questions for Bob, we’d love to hear them and answer them in future podcasts. Feel free to submit them to [email protected].
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The Long-Term View
In this episode Bob discusses the importance of looking at the business through a long-term lens. He details why short-term results still matter, but why it’s essential to position the business and its employee owners for success in the future.
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Growth is Our Goal Both Personally and Professionally
In this episode, Bob Whalen discusses personal and professional growth and how it impacts our employee owners and the business. He gives real stories about real people! Bob Whalen is the CEO of HB Global, an employee-owned holding company for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing subsidiaries across the United States. He is particularly passionate about employee ownership!
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Compounding Causes Your Wealth To Grow
In this month's episode, Bob Whalen discusses the topic of compounding—how it helps build the long-term wealth of our employee owners and how it relates to other life aspects. Bob Whalen is the CEO of HB Global, an employee-owned parent company for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing operating divisions across the United States. He is particularly passionate about employee ownership.
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Bob Answers Employee Owner ESOP Questions Pt. 2
This month's episode is the continuation of last month's episode. Bob Whalen answers more ESOP questions from employee owners from our divisions all over the country. Bob enjoys the opportunity to explain the why behind the things we do and the way we go about doing business at HB Global. Bob Whalen is the CEO of HB Global, an employee-owned parent company for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing operating divisions across the United States. He is particularly passionate about employee ownership.
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Bob Answers Employee Owner ESOP Questions
In this month's episode, Bob Whalen answers ESOP questions from employee owners from our divisions all over the country. Bob enjoys the opportunity to explain the why behind the things we do and the way we go about doing business at HB Global. Bob Whalen is the CEO of HB Global, an employee-owned parent company for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing operating divisions across the United States. He is particularly passionate about employee ownership.
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Employee Ownership Misconceptions
In this month's episode, Bob Whalen talks with Kevin Daley, Project Manager from North Shore Mechanical. Bob and Kevin discuss common workplace misconceptions about what employee ownership means. Bob Whalen is the CEO of HB Global, an employee-owned parent company for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing operating divisions across the United States. He is particularly passionate about employee ownership.
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Grit is Our Passion and Perseverance
In this month's episode, Bob Whalen talks with Ryan Nash, Division President of Nash Plumbing & Mechanical, about grit. Grit is HB Global's third of four core values. Bob and Ryan discuss recognizing behaviors of grit and how it plays a big role in fieldwork. Bob Whalen is the CEO of HB Global, an employee-owned parent company for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing operating divisions across the United States. He is particularly passionate about employee ownership.
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Employee Ownership and the American Dream
In this month's episode, Bob Whalen discusses Employee Ownership and the American Dream. Bob talks about how employee ownership helps people become the best versions of themselves and achieve their dreams. Bob Whalen is the CEO of HB Global, an employee-owned parent company for nine mechanical, electrical, and plumbing operating divisions across the United States and the Virgin Islands. He is particularly passionate about employee ownership.
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Team is the Daily Mindset of an Employee-Ownership Culture at HB Global
In this month's episode, Bob Whalen discusses HB Global's second core value of team. Bob talks about recognizing team-oriented behaviors and how team plays a big role in HB Global's culture. Bob Whalen is the CEO of HB Global, an employee-owned parent company for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing operating divisions across the United States. He is particularly passionate about employee ownership.
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Acquisitions: What Makes a Good Fit?
This month Bob discusses acquisitions and what makes a good fit for HB Global. Bob Whalen is the CEO of HB Global, a successful parent company for mechanical, plumbing, and electrical operating divisions across the United States. He is particularly passionate about employee ownership. In this monthly podcast Bob unpacks anything and everything related to employee ownership.
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Trust is the Foundation of an Employee-Ownership Culture at HB Global
In today's episode, Bob Whalen discusses HB Global's first core value of trust. Bob Whalen is the CEO of HB Global, a successful parent company for mechanical, plumbing, and electrical operating divisions across the United States. He is particularly passionate about employee ownership.
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Introducing Employee Ownership with Bob Whalen
Bob Whalen is the CEO of HB Global, a successful parent company for mechanical, plumbing, and electrical operating divisions across the United States. He is particularly passionate about employee ownership. In this monthly podcast Bob unpacks anything and everything related to employee ownership. Listeners will learn what employee ownership means, the effect it has on workers’ long-term wealth and company culture, the alignment and success it produces, and things you may never have thought of.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Bob Whalen is the CEO of HB Global, a successful parent company for mechanical, plumbing, and electrical operating divisions across the United States. He is particularly passionate about employee ownership. In this podcast series Bob unpacks his views on business and anything related to the employee ownership model. Listeners will learn what employee ownership means, the effect it has on workers’ long-term wealth and company culture, the alignment and success it produces, and things you may never have thought of.
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