Episode 28 - Sandy Gennaro

What can a rock and roll drummer teach you about leadership, transformation, and empathy? Turns out — a whole lot. In this episode of the BLTnT Podcast, Matt Loria, CEO of Auxiom sits down with Sandy Gennaro, professional drummer turned keynote speaker, who’s played with legends like Cyndi Lauper, Joan Jett, and The Monkees — and now brings stadium-level energy to boardrooms and business conferences around the world. This isn’t just a music story. It’s a story about moments that matter — about empathy, connection, and saying "yes" even when it's inconvenient. It’s about how one autograph given to a stranger led to a gig with Cyndi Lauper. In this episode, they talk about: • How defaulting to empathy can transform your leadership and your life • Why simple acts of kindness ripple further than you think • Lessons from Queen, Johnny Carson, and Vistage stages across the world • Why the best leaders think like drummers — keeping time, driving rhythm, and letting others shine • How to spot the “God winks” and say yes to unexpected opportunities • The art of serving your team, not just leading them. Sandy’s energy is infectious, and his insights — forged in both green rooms and executive rooms — will stay with you long after the episode ends. Whether you lead a business, a team, or just want to lead yourself better — this one will hit home. Let’s Dig In! #BLTnT #Podcast #Leadership #Transformation #SandyGennaro #EmpathyInBusiness #RockAndRollWisdom #LeadLikeADrummer #BusinessLifeTechnology #Vistage #EmotionalIntelligence #PurposeDrivenLeadership #BeatTheOdds