Executive Leaders Radio

 In this episode of Executive Leaders Radio, Chris Drew, President and CEO of Burnham Holdings, shares how his upbringing on a Vermont farm shaped his leadership style, emphasizing urgency, collaboration, and care for people. Marc Albero, Vice President and General Manager of PAC Strapping, reflects on his early experiences working with children with special needs and how they influenced his people-first approach to leadership. Christian Hoyt, President and CEO of PayUSA, discusses taking over his family’s payroll and HR business, highlighting how wrestling and early work experiences built his resilience and accountability. Rory O’Hara, Founder and CEO of Ausperity Private Wealth, explains how lessons from caddying and competitive sports inform his ability to lead and manage high-stakes financial decisions. Throughout the episode, each leader connects formative childhood experiences to their current business philosophies and decision-making styles. The conversation reveals a shared emphasis on relationships, perseverance, and learning through challenges. Together, these insights offer a powerful look at how personal history shapes effective leadership across industries.

This episode brings together an inspiring group of leaders whose personal journeys shaped their professional success. Tom Selementi, CEO of Spread Bagelry, shares how overcoming a challenging upbringing fueled his leadership style and passion for building teams in the hospitality industry. Chuck Sebastiani, Managing Partner at Mechanical X Advantage, discusses his entrepreneurial journey, launching multiple ventures and fostering strong family-like relationships within his organization. The conversation also features Katie Broh, Partner at MGA Partners, who reflects on how her early volunteer work and creative background shaped her collaborative approach to designing meaningful educational spaces. Ed Baumstein, Founder of Recipe Philly, shares how hosting a simple potluck inspired a movement centered on community, connection, and shared experiences through food. Hear how early lessons from sports, family businesses, and entrepreneurship helped these leaders develop resilience and adaptability. Together, their stories highlight how perseverance, relationships, and purpose-driven leadership continue to shape thriving businesses and communities.

In this episode, Dan Moscatello, owner of The Training Center, shares how growing up in a hardworking New Jersey family inspired his mission to create career opportunities through technical education, including plans to expand to a new 25,000-square-foot campus in Branchburg, New Jersey. Dan Diorio, CEO of ThinkForward, reflects on the mentors and early experiences that shaped his leadership philosophy and passion for developing people. The conversation continues with Geoff Mesko, Pennsylvania market leader at Armanino, who explains how his background in team sports influences his ability to organize and position people for success. He goes on to share some lessons learned growing up in a family business and how stepping outside his comfort zone transformed his leadership mindset. The episode concludes with Marty Judge, founder of The Judge Group, who recounts his entrepreneurial journey from humble beginnings to building a $700 million global enterprise fueled by resilience, competition, and vision.

This episode features dynamic conversations with Richard Green, Executive Chairman of First Trust Bank; Bob Clements, Partner at FRS Advisors; Tara Sipe, VP of Commercial Lending at Meridian Bank; and Jonathan Friedan, Senior Principal at Ballinger. Each leader shares how formative childhood experiences—from paper routes and competitive sports to engineering curiosity—shaped their leadership styles and professional paths. Richard Green reflects on growing up in a family banking business and leading a third-generation institution with a strong community focus. Bob Clements discusses overcoming imposter syndrome and building authentic relationships, while Tara Sipe shares her journey from teller to commercial lending and her passion for client connection. Jonathan Friedan explains how his engineering work reduces energy and carbon emissions through thoughtful leadership. Together, these stories reveal how early life lessons influence decision-making, resilience, and innovation across industries.

This episode features Dr. Ajay Nair, President of Arcadia University; Jennifer Schaefer, President and CEO of JS Benefits Group; Bill Gullan, President of Finch Brands; and Cathy Young, President of Moore College of Art and Design, as they share the formative experiences that shaped their leadership styles. Dr. Nair reflects on growing up in West Philadelphia, overcoming early family loss, and leading with authenticity while building strong relationships with students and staff. Jennifer discusses how her childhood experiences, including family challenges and competitive sports, fueled her drive for financial independence and commitment to helping employers support their people. Bill shares how growing up as an only child and developing a passion for sports and politics influenced his adaptability and people-focused leadership in brand consulting. Cathy recounts navigating frequent family transitions and school changes after losing her parents, experiences that strengthened her resilience and ability to connect with diverse communities. Together, these leaders demonstrate how adversity, resilience, and personal authenticity play a critical role in building trust, relationships, and long-term organizational success.

Bill Stockwell of Stockwell Elastomerics shares how stepping into leadership of his family’s business at age 25 led to transforming the company into an employee-owned organization and shaped his disciplined leadership style. Geoffrey Mesko, Pennsylvania Market Leader at Armanino, reflects on growing up in a family business in Scranton and how those early experiences influence his client relationships and approach to work-life integration. David Bernstein, Founder of RLS Associates, discusses his early entrepreneurial instincts, the formative experiences that fueled his passion for mergers and acquisitions, and how he guides clients through the emotional process of selling their businesses. Suchit Bachalli, CEO of Unilog Corporation, recounts his journey from India to the United States and how his vision and collaboration with his father helped build a technology company serving wholesale distributors nationwide. Together, these leaders reveal how childhood influences, pivotal life moments, and family legacies play critical roles in shaping leadership philosophies. The conversation highlights how resilience, curiosity, and strategic thinking enable executives to lead organizations through growth, transition, and innovation.

On this episode of Executive Leaders Radio, business leaders shared how their early life experiences shaped their leadership journeys. Joel Frank, Managing Partner at Lamb McErlane Law Firm, reflected on working on paving and concrete crews as a child and how those experiences influenced his approach to civil litigation and leadership. Matthew McMaster, President of Bennington Pool Services, discussed launching his company at age 23 and making a bold strategic pivot that transformed the business into a multi-state commercial pool management company. Samuel Reeves, Founder and CEO of FORT Robotics, shared how early entrepreneurial ventures and global experiences in robotics safety inspired him to build technology with meaningful global impact. Mike Linacre of Maximus Partners, a CFO advisory firm, explained how growing up as the youngest of five siblings and developing leadership skills through sports prepared him to help mid-market companies scale through strong financial infrastructure. Together, these leaders demonstrated how formative childhood experiences continue to influence resilience, decision-making, and leadership success.

 On this episode of Executive Leaders Radio, leaders share how early life experiences shaped their leadership journeys. Angela Rubino-Hines, President of Bovio Rubino Service, discusses growing up in a family business and how those experiences influenced her leadership style. Mathieu Shapiro, Managing Partner of Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel LLP, reflects on how his early interest in theater informs his work as a litigator and leader. Lee Calfo, CEO of Alden Investment Group, shares how being raised by his grandparents shaped his sense of responsibility and leadership. David Regn, CEO of Stream Companies, talks about how navigating family challenges and athletics helped build resilience that carries into his professional life. Together, they discuss how personal experiences influence leadership and business success.

On this episode of Executive Leaders Radio, Herb Cohen sits down with four dynamic executives to explore how childhood experiences and early influences shaped their leadership styles. Ben Connors, CEO of General Building Contractors Association, shares how his upbringing in Philadelphia and New Jersey, combined with early exposure to trade associations and politics, prepared him to steward a 135-year-old member organization. Dave DelBaccaro, CEO and President of Music Choice, reflects on his engineering background, competitive household, and how adaptability has fueled the company’s evolution amid changing music consumption trends. Cesidio Colasante, owner of Soccer Shots of Southeastern Pennsylvania, discusses her journey from professional soccer to leading a mobile youth program serving multiple counties, grounded in the values instilled by her Italian immigrant parents. Todd Sager, CEO of AWE Tuning, explains how his passion for cars, engineering, and artistry influences his approach to building enthusiast-driven performance products. Together, these leaders reveal how work ethic, family dynamics, and early passions continue to drive their impact on employees, members, and communities.

On this episode of Executive Leaders Radio, Herb Cohen and the team sit down with Antonio Crespo, Chief Information Security Officer at Arkema; Bob Scavilla, CEO of FourFront; Brian Fritz, Founder/Managing Partner of Fritz & Bianculli; and Cassandra Bailey, CEO and Founder of Slice Communications. Each leader shares how formative childhood experiences shaped their professional paths and leadership philosophies. Antonio reflects on growing up in Brazil and how constant transitions prepared him to lead global cybersecurity teams. Bob discusses his early inventive mindset and how risk-taking and resilience influence his company culture. Brian connects his family’s immigration story and Northeast Philadelphia roots to his advocacy-driven legal practice. Cassandra shares how sports, faith, and entrepreneurial grit led her to build, sell, and ultimately reclaim her communications firm. Together, their stories reveal how personal history fuels purpose-driven leadership across industries.

In this episode of Executive Leaders Radio, Herb Cohen and his co-hosts interview four dynamic executives about the experiences that shaped their leadership. Tim Laffey, Philadelphia Office Leader at Mercer, shares how early lessons in hard work and teamwork influence his leadership style. Benita Cooper, Owner and Principal Architect of Benita Cooper Design, reflects on how her international upbringing shaped her approach to design and client relationships. Brandon Rost, CEO of Be Marketing, and Leza Raffel, President and Founder of Communication Solutions Group, discuss entrepreneurship, innovation, and strategic communications in today’s evolving marketplace.

In this episode of Executive Leaders Radio, host Herb Cohen brings together a series of deeply personal conversations with four accomplished executives about how their life stories shaped their leadership. James Spinelli, CEO of Great Valley Advisor Group, reflects on his early love of technology, lessons learned in his grandmother’s kitchen, and how community and family influenced the rapid growth of his firm from two to more than 200 advisors. Terry Clark, President and CEO of the Pennsylvania Council of Children, Youth, and Family Services, shares how growing up in a multicultural household and the guidance of a pivotal mentor molded his collaborative leadership style and commitment to children and families. Steve Lang, President and CEO of Mon Cheri Bridals, recounts his journey from humble beginnings to building a thriving business while honoring his parents’ legacy through his company and family. Leo Addimando, Managing Partner of Alterra Property Group, describes how moving through ten schools—including time in Greece—shaped his relationship-driven approach to business, problem-solving, and loyalty. Together, the conversations reveal how formative experiences, resilience, and relationships continue to drive purpose, culture, and success in their organizations today.

In this episode, Executive Leaders Radio brings together four mission-driven CEOs whose personal journeys shaped their leadership. Tim Andrews, CEO of ASI Central, reflects on growing up in poverty and how community support and resilience guided his career and his commitment to giving back through nonprofit service. Jeff Cordell, President and CEO of Health Advocate, shares how early work, military service, and mentors built the discipline and perspective he brings to leading a national healthcare advocacy organization. Tim Henkel, CEO of Penrose, connects his upbringing to his company’s work providing affordable housing to nearly 50,000 people across 14,000–15,000 units, emphasizing relationships and recognizing human potential. Herb also interviews Rob Cooper, CEO of LOL Entertainment, about his leap from corporate life to entrepreneurship, the risks he took, and his focus on trust, autonomy, and customer experience. Across all conversations, the leaders highlight the power of mentorship, community, and calculated risk in shaping both careers and impact. Together, the episode paints a compelling picture of how lived experience can drive purpose-driven leadership and meaningful social change.

Our guests today include Cathy Lockyer Moulton, President of Thomas Wynne Apartments along with their Leasing Manager, Kathryn Wilcox and their Resident Manager, Brigid McKee.  Listen as they share stories of how their passions and experiences led them to work to go the extra mile. Listen as they share how creating a safe housing builds strong communities and strong people.

Herb Cohen and his co-hosts welcomed Zach Nissenbaum, President of Cover Sports, Bill Evans, CEO of Liberty Fox Software, Chellie Cameron, President and CEO of the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce, and Kathryn Bittner, Chief Operating Officer of the Commercial Division at WSFS Bank, for a wide-ranging discussion on leadership and legacy. Zach Nissenbaum shared insights from his family’s 151-year-old textile business, Cover Sports, and how growing up in a multigenerational company shaped his competitive drive, team-first mindset, and commitment to caring for employees like family. Bill Evans discussed his journey from building computers as a child to leading a software development company. Chellie Cameron discussed her journey from growing up in a small town to serving in the U.S. Air Force, experiences that built her leadership foundation and passion for accountability, service, and community impact. Kathryn Bittner spoke about her path to leadership at WSFS Bank, emphasizing strategic thinking, listening to client needs, and building systems that allow teams to deliver consistently.  Together, the conversation explored how personal experiences, values, and service-oriented leadership styles translate into long-term success across industries. 

This episode brings together leaders from valet services, investment banking, employee benefits and accounting to explore how early life experiences shaped their leadership styles. Each guest reflects on growing up with responsibility at a young age through sports, paper routes, family businesses, and leadership roles among peers. Athletics played a major role, teaching teamwork, adaptability, humility, and the importance of putting results on the board—whether on the court, the track, or the ice. Working early instilled discipline, time management, and respect for people across all walks of life. Family influence, particularly lessons around integrity, problem-solving, and independence, emerges as a common thread. Together, their stories show how foundational experiences translate into people-first leadership and long-term professional success. 

Our show this week featuring accomplished leaders from education, global professional services, and family-owned manufacturing companies. Dr. Susan Looney, President of Reading Area Community College, shared her remarkable journey from high school dropout to college president, emphasizing student support, resilience, and belief as cornerstones of her leadership. Wayne Berson, CEO of BDO, reflected on his path from Cape Town, South Africa, to leading a global organization of 124,000 employees, highlighting integrity, trust-based leadership, philanthropy, and BDO’s role as one of the largest ESOP companies in the U.S. Charles Cohen, Managing Director of Benco Dental Company, discussed leading a 100-year-old family business, navigating generational expectations, and building a people-first culture in healthcare solutions. David Taylor, CEO of Tavo Packaging, explored his upbringing in a manufacturing family, leadership alongside his brother and company president, and his commitment to community involvement.

Four accomplished leaders speak about the personal experiences that shaped their entrepreneurial paths and leadership philosophies. Ned Moore, CEO of Clutch, reflects on how his time in the Philadelphia Boys Choir instilled discipline, teamwork, and belief—lessons he now applies to building high-performing teams. Marc Brookland, founder and president of SEO Locale, shares how his family’s immigrant story and upbringing influenced his work ethic, values, and commitment to long-term relationships. Robert DeNinno, founding principal of Precision Benefits, discusses learning responsibility and customer focus at a young age and how those lessons guide his boutique approach to serving clients. Jim Jacobs, CEO of Focus Insight, recounts overcoming early challenges and credits community mentorship and sports with shaping his people-first leadership style. Together, the conversations highlight how resilience, relationships, and purpose drive lasting business success.

 This collection of executive interviews highlights the diverse backgrounds and leadership philosophies of four prominent business leaders. John DiGiuseppe, CEO of The Fence Authority, discusses how authenticity, accountability, and team-building drive his success. Mike Cromer, Executive Vice President of IMC Construction, reflects on the work ethic and resilience shaped by his upbringing and athletics, now central to his leadership in a major Mid-Atlantic construction firm. Josh Gross, CEO of Mill Creek Capital Advisors, shares how discipline, mentorship, and early exposure to finance guided him to build a $12B wealth management firm. Jake Leone, President & CEO of Corporate Interiors, describes his transition from airline pilot to workplace-solutions leader, emphasizing innovation, customer experience, and building strong teams.

 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.

Our guests today include: Christina Wilson, Manufacturing Leader at East West Label; Al Schuster, Branding and Sales Professional; Craig Shelley, Nonprofit Strategy Executive; and Chris Caba, Owner in Construction & Event Equipment Services. Listen as each leader reflects on how childhood environments, family dynamics, and early work shaped their values and leadership approach. Their stories span growing up in family businesses, navigating divorced or absent parents, developing entrepreneurial grit, and finding purpose through service and teamwork.  Together, these narratives illustrate how personal history becomes the foundation for purpose-driven careers. 

This episode features conversations with leaders across life sciences, healthcare, business advocacy, and wealth management. Norman Goldschmidt, President of Genesis AEC shares how early teamwork experiences shaped his collaborative leadership style. Michael Spivak, CEO of All American Home Care, discusses his immigrant-to-entrepreneur journey and values-driven approach to business growth. Laura Manion, President and CEO of the Chester County Chamber shares about her leadership and advocacy work. Rory O’Hara, Founder/Managing Partner of Ausperity Private Wealth describes how early financial lessons and work ethic guided his path to building an intentional, team-focused firm.

How can you make the biggest impact? Norristown Area High School and KIPP DuBois Collegiate Academy students interview John RapchinskiPrincipal of Maximus Partners, and Nate Bower President of Rebling Plastics, and discuss making tough decisions, trusting your instincts, and executing your vision.

This collection of interviews and discussions highlights the personal and professional journeys of distinguished business leaders, including Gary Hill of the DVL Group, Ron Barghese of The Tri M Group, Criag Durand of TTI Environmental and Marty Tusman of Jenkintown Building. The session explore themes of leadership, resilience, and employee ownership while offering insights into building people-first organizations. 

In this episode, we sit down with business leaders Chris Annas (Meridian Bank), Joel Frank, Frank Hennessey, and Michael Stephano to explore the formative experiences that shaped their leadership journeys. From washing dishes at 13 to leading banks, law firms, and financial organizations, each guest reflects on how family, mentors, and early jobs built the foundations for their success. They share stories of Midwestern values, neighborhood sports rivalries, and lessons from parents, coaches, and even kitchen bosses that continue to influence how they lead teams and serve clients today.  influences can echo through an entire career.

Listen to a series of insightful interviews exploring how personal histories and formative experiences influence leadership, community impact, and career success. Our guests today include John Lee, Senior Managing Director of Griffin Financial Group; Lou Rizzo, Managing Partner of Reger Rizzo & Darnall; Kat Ketter, Vice President of HealthPartners & Trish McFarland, President of Delaware County Chamber of Commerce. Authentic leadership grows from life experiences, empathy, and a deep connection to the communities leaders serve. 

Whether it's shepherding a team, bringing the net to the street game, or quitting a florist job to find deeper purpose — these conversations show how character is built, and how it shows up at work. Our guests today include Bill Brown, CEO of Citadel Credit Union; Jennifer Bowhey, Owner Visiting Angels; Pat Taylor, Co-Owner of Taylor Oil & Propane & Bill Tierney, Senior VP of Brian Communications.

Listen to our guests talk about how they navigate personal and professional trials and challenges and maintain a professional presence. Our guests today include David Volpe, President/CIO of Emerald Advisors; Francis Pileggi, Managing Partner of Lewis Brisbois; Javier Solis Co-Founder/CEO of Toro Tax & Kiersten Lange, Shareholder at Zarwin, Baum, Devita, Schaer & Toddy.

Our guest talk about their work ethic and entrepreneurial characteristics as kids and how they built their business now. The guest today include Dan Dizio, COE of Philly Pretzel Factory; Dennis Gilbert, President of Innovative Manufactuers' Center; Stephen Fernands, President of Customized Energy Solutions & Kimura Anderson, President of NAWIC.

Leaders that came from difficult circumstances share how moving from welfare to abundance is a product of your mindset and solid leadership. Out guests today include Jason Scholl, President of LK Miller Commercial Construction; Jim Bilella, COE of Urban Engineers;  Tony Schweitzer, Executive Director & Rebecca Roskey-Brunner, CEO of Complete Care Strategies.

Listen to our guests as they discuss seeing the world from others' perspectives and how being a loyal boss will foster loyalty in a company. Our guests today include Maryann Gallivan of Tunnell; Robert Porter of Research America, Phil D'Amico of Pennsylvania Steel Company, Dario Altieri of The Wistar Institute. 

Our guests today include Paul Markowich, Partner at Firstrust Financial Resources; Maren Perry Founder/CEO at Arden Coaching; Subha Barry, President at Seramount & Michael Sharp, Founder/ Executive Chairman at Sharp Financial. Listen to these successful leaders share the risks they took that lead to the rewards they get to experience in their lives now. Adventure takes dreams and risk. 

Listen as our guests share stories from their childhood that helped shape them to be leaders in their industries and how meaningful connections along the way led them in those paths. Our guests include: Brad Calder, Executive Director of TIFF; Tom Sellig, CEO of Adare Pharma Solutions; Dilo Wijesuriya,  President of ARC & Gary Smith, CEO of Chester County Economic Development Council. 

Our guests today include Eric Green of Penn Capital Management, Jason Rocker of Braithwaite Communications, John Cecilian of Cecllian Partners & Lou DeCesare of Hyperion Bank. Listen to their stories of how their journey shaped their leadership and how the have to make difficult decisions for the betterment of the team and company.

 Listen to this weeks interviews with Cathy Lockyer, President of Thomas Wynn Apartments; Mike Girgalonis, President of Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC); Rolf Schlake, President & CEO of Applied Separations & Gary Jonas, Visionary & Partner of The HOW Group. The guests discuss their personal leadership lessons, international business ventures, early hardships and their community outreach. 

Our guests today include Stephen McWilliams of Merdian Bank, Bob Cohen of Acme Box, Acme Kerr of High Swartz & Neydary Zambrano of Magic Memories Schools. Listen as they share their personal and professional backgrounds, including experiences in banking, manufacturing, law, and early childhood education, highlighting how their past experiences shaped their current roles and leadership styles. 

 Listen as our guest share some of their mistakes and how that pushed them to level up and prepared them to stay ready for what may lie ahead. Our guest include Jeff Kenton,  Vice President & General Manager of Solenis; Robert Ferrilli, Chief Executive Officer, President & Founder of Ferrilli; Ken Wong, Principal Owner of NAVPC Advisors LLC & John Starling, CEO of Pietential.

Our guests, Annemarie Caruso of CREW Greater Philadelphia;  Sophia Kyriakodis of Emmanuel Insurance; Rebecca Johnson of AIA Philadelphia & Adam Berman of Kreischer Miller  share their insights about leading well to inspire future leaders. Leaders are formed through time, truth and good and bad experiences. Every good leader needs all aspects to grow into their positions. 

Listen to these Philadelphia leaders talk about how leadership and mentorship in their lives helped them learn to respect the process to earn respect and shape them into their leadership roles. Our guests include Ron Scheese, CEO of F.M. Brown’s Sons, Inc.; Paul Ricci, CEO of Best Egg; Sam Thevanayagam President & CEO of Parts Life, Inc. and Joe Crandall, CEO of Green Castle Consulting. 

Our guests today include Douglas Green, Managing Principal of MSC Retail; Robert Longacre, CEO of Knauss Foods; Rich Trotter, President of S.R Rosati Inc & Pat Leo, CEO of Arc Alliance. Listen as they share personal and professional stories and how it relates to their current positions and work.  

Listen as our guests each share personal stories that led them into the leadership roles they hold now. Learning through other people's success/failures, capturing the truth and being genuine helped them grow into the leadership roles that they hold today. Our guests include Tom Kehoe, CEO & Founder of Yards Brewing; Matthew Gantz, CEO of Castle Creek Biosciences; Orna Kempler-Azulay, President of Abington Speech; John Ferretti, CEO of CODI. 

This week we are interviewing local leaders with the Chester County Bar Association. Our guests include Jonathan Long, Partner of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP; David MacMain, Managing Partner of MacMain Leinhauser; Lawrence 'Skip" Persick, Partner of Weber Gallagher & Dean Walters, Chief Legal Officer of Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union. Listen to them as they share their stories and passions in the field of law. 

Our guests today include Sal Patti of WSFS Bank, David Jacowitz of Evolution Financial Group, Sophia Kyriakodis of Emmanuel Insurance & Michael Sharp of Sharp Financial. Listen as they share personal and professional stories and how it relates to their current positions and work. 

Listen as our guest Karen Norheim, President of American Crane; Joe Perpiglia, President/CEO of Construction Alliance, PA; Sarah Phillips, President of Irish Creek Enterprises, Inc & Thomas Ripsam President/CEO of Martin Guitars talk about their big risks, big adventures, big dreams and even bigger visions.  Listen to how they developed successful business through the risks, adventures and following those dreams. 

 Listen to our guests talk about their past experiences and how it moved them forward in their career paths. Bill Evan, CEO of Liberty Fox Technologies; JM Hasson, President of Ameriscend; Joni Elekes, President & Ryan Walter, Managing Director of Pro CFO Partners share stories of how their past experiences lead them to the leadership role that they are in today. 

 Listen as our guests share stories from their childhood that helped drive them to be successful leaders in their industries. Bob Cohen, CEO of Acme Box; Jeff Greenhouse, CEO of Glymr; Jenifer Westphal, Founder and CEO of Wavelength & Lance Hollander, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Partner of From The Future take turns sharing personal experiences that led to failure and success in their personal and professional lives.

Listen to this weeks guests talking about how they built their businesses through solid teamwork. Michael Giagnacova ERO of CHL Systems; Kathy Desmond, President of HopePhl; Joe Perpiglia, President & CEO of Construction Alliance, PA and Jon Etter, President of B&G Manufacturing all share stories of how their companies success is not just a result of their hard work but the hard work and dedication of their teams. 

 Listen to our guests Lucinda Sanders of OLIN PARTNERSHIP LTD, JM Hasson of Ameriscend, Jennifer Cisneros of The Williamsport Home & Denise Napier of Vital Gain Health Care Consulting each share what led them into the leadership roles they hold now. They learned through other people's success/failures, capturing the truth and being genuine helped them grow into the leadership roles that they hold today. 

Our guests today include Deborah Brand, lawyer and mediator for Deborah Brand, ESQ; Lawrence "Skip" Persick, partner & pro bono leader of Weber Gallagher; Michael Crotty, Partner at Siana Law & Nancy Glidden, mediator & arbitator at Glidden ADR LLC.  Listen as they share the importance of connecting past experiences to present roles. The guest explain the benefits it provides, such as access to colleagues, educational opportunities, and the judicial system. 

 Listen as our guest share stories from their learning journey. James Logue of Logue Holdings-ThermOmega Tech, Matt Pincus of Pincus Elevators, Todd Sager of Awe Tuning and Paul Tramo of Sentinel Process Systems, Inc. all choose to be lifelong learners. Listen as they reflect on past experiences when they learned valuable lessons and what they are doing to continue their learning journey.