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Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts)

Real CEOs. Real Stories. Hosted by Ben Fanning—2025 Gold Stevie Award winner for Best Business Podcast and ranked in the Top 2% globally—Lead the Team draws on over 600 CEO interviews to take you inside the minds of leaders from brands like Honeywell, HP, IBM, Dunkin’, and L’Oréal. In each episode, you’ll hear raw, unfiltered stories of leading through rapid growth, high-stakes decisions, and make-or-break moments—plus the CEO-tested tools and strategies they use to build high-performing

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29:09

Savannah Bananas, Jesse Cole - The Vision Spark

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/09/09

The Vision SparkJesse Cole, founder and owner of the Savannah Bananas. has unlocked a trailblazing approach that sparks creativity and inspires a whole new way of thinking—not just in sports, but in life.His relentless drive to innovate could reshape how we tackle the world’s toughest challenges. Imagine if we all approached problems with this kind of fearless ingenuity.The Savannah Bananas aren’t just a baseball team—they’re a creative powerhouse, redefining sports entertainment with bold, fresh

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27:26

The Bow WOW Leader - CEO Jason Parker of K9 Resorts...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/09/05

The WOW Leader!Jason Parker, Co-Founder of K9 Resorts and CEO of K9 Resorts Franchising, shares his remarkable journey of becoming one of the youngest entrepreneurs in the franchising world.At just 12 years old, he and his brother identified a need — and they never looked back and continue to generate "WOW" experiences for their customers (which include families and their dogs).Today, K9 Resorts has evolved into a multi-award-winning, luxury dog boarding and daycare franchise with over 170 locations

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32:30

Leadership By ALL - Chief Strategy Officer, ENT and...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/09/02

Leadership by AllDavid Zeman is Chief Strategy Officer at ENT and Allergy Associates... THE Nation’s Largest ENT, Allergy & Audiology Practice.He shares the incredible story of a hospital system that was struggling. Everything was chaotic until one leader introduced a simple but powerful mantra that changed everything. It united the staff work and the hospital became much better place for both the employees and the patients. You’ll hear how this powerful approach redefined leadership and

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39:54

A Remarkable Rise to CEO - Tatyana Zlotsky of of A...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/08/28

A Remarkable Rise to CEOGet inspired by the extraordinary journey of Tatyana Zlotsky, the CEO of A Place for Mom....the leading senior care advisory service in North AmericaTatyana's story is a powerful lesson in resilience, adaptability and leadership. When she and her family arrived in the US as refugees, she faced many tough obstacles. Despite these challenges, she persevered to become a top leader in her field.This an uplifting blueprint for empowering your career, enriching your personal life,

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23:15

The Accountability CEO - Scott Wine

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/08/26

The Accountability CEOScott Wine, has 16 years as CEO and top executive at major public companies like CNH, Polaris, UTC Fire and Security, Danaher, and Honeywell.He shares his proven approach for instilling accountability across organizations and teams at all levels. Just wait until you hear how this one strategy......delivered REMARKABLE results and success for thousands.Without accountability, even the strongest and most brilliant teams can fail.You know it when you see blame-shifting and missed

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31:04

The Groove Leader - Aaron Nursey, Direct Components...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/08/22

The Groove LeaderAaron Nursey, Founder and CEO of Direct Components, reveals how his DJ'ing for the team infuses the workplace with an electrifying energy. This vibrant approach not only boosts morale but also sparks outstanding performance, making the 26-year-old company a standout hub of creativity and enthusiasm in its industry.----Direct Components has experienced exponential growth and recently became the Tampa Bay Business Journal’s #1 ranked Fastest Growing Company in “Fast 50,” and listed in

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39:35

Food Fight! - CMO of GroundTruth, Brandon Rhoten

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/08/19

Food Fight!Join Brandon Rhoten, Chief Marketing Officer at GroundTruth, as he shares his most compelling stories and lessons from the world of bold, snarky marketing. You'll discover how he revolutionized Wendy's brand with viral Twitter feuds, turning the fast-food giant into a social media powerhouse.You'll also get an insider’s look at the creative strategies that sparked growth at Papa John’s International and Potbelly Sandwich Works. These lessons for building strong consumer relationships in

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32:13

The CAULIPOWER Founder - Gail Becker

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/08/15

The CAULIPOWER Founder, Gail Becker ......took a bold leap of faith.She traded an illustrious corporate career and went ALL In on a singular vegetable. Driven by a moment of profound inspiration, she forged a groundbreaking category in the "better-for-you" frozen food industry. Under her leadership, CAULIPOWER skyrocketed to over $100 million in revenue in just three years, transforming the market with unprecedented speed and impact.LinkedIn Profile

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34:13

NO FAIL Leadership - COO Garry Schwartz of Mission...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/08/12

No Fail LeadershipGarry Schwartz, COO of Mission Technologies, is a Marine Officer Veteran and has seen his fair share of high-pressure situations.AND in this interview you'll hear how he navigated one this toughest beyond the battlefield.....when a leadership shakeup challenged the organization, Garry knew he had to take a risk. Facing an uncertain future, he boldly presented the new leader with a "no-fail" list of urgent priorities, putting his own reputation on the line. Little did he know, this

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37:25

Million Dollar Klicks - Chief Transformation Officer...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/08/06

Million Dollar KlicksRyan Slipakoff, Chief Transformation Officer at Klick, the incredible story of how his company awarded $1,000,000 to motivate team members to leverage Ai. The results were powerful......innovation accelerated....productivity sky rocketed....customers and industries were transformed.While some leaders consider Ai a "headcount reducer", Ryan is leveraging to maximize employee effectiveness and build for the future!Klick Health is the world’s largest independent commercialization

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23:03

The Breakthrough Leader - COO MycoWorks, Doug Hardesty

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/08/05

The Breakthrough LeaderDoug Hardesty, COO at MycoWorks, shares where leaders can consistently source the best ideas for their teams and companies.You'll hear the story behind his strong track record of success and innovation, leading a biotech company that is growing an incredible new category of materials from mycelium–the root structure of MUSHROOMS!Leadership can be isolating and you may find your main source ideas coming from the WSJ, NYT, or needing to be “packaged nicely” in a

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23:29

240 Miles of Discomfort- Jonathan Edwards, CEO...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/08/01

240 Miles of DiscomfortJonathan Edwards. CEO - Americas at iC Consult, shares the unexpected lesson he uncovered through grit and endurance. This distance is like running 9 marathons consecutively and let's just the say there is a lot of learn about leadership of yourself and others when you put yourself through this kind of extreme conditions.His message is incredible and no doubt you'll be engaged and Jonathan shares his stories from the trail and his interesting career.iC Consult is the world’s

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25:31

The Viral CEO - First Orion's Joseph Stinziano

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/07/30

The Viral CEOJoseph Stinziano, President and CEO of First Orion, recounts the daunting moment in his career that transformed a crisis into a monumental success for both him and his organization.It involves Mark Cuban, legendary filmmaker Michael Bay, and a disastrous viral video. However, what emerged from this chaos was extraordinary.This demonstrates that even in the face of catastrophe, there can be a silver lining. It takes a visionary leader like Joe to step up, take charge, and seize the

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28:39

The North Star Negotiable - President & COO Pavlos...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/07/24

The North Star NegotiablePavlos Pavlidis, President & Chief Operating Officer Medix Infusion, shares the secret behind his leadership success. Many leaders and their teams rush into making change then risk confusion, wasted resources, and decreased morale.But when you clarify your absolutes you provide a leadership "North Star" that helps guide your team in turbulent times, AND......accelerate successful transformation.If your in the midst of change right now, you're going to REALLY appreciate

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32:22

24/7 Media Titan - President of Fairchild, Amanda Smith

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/07/23

24/7 Media TitanAmanda Smith, President of Fairchild, has led at giants like the WSJ, NYT, and VOGUE. Now she's at the helm of Fairchild… the oldest and largest source of fashion news and analysis for industry leaders, and the global fashion industry.Their brands include WWD, Beauty Inc, Footwear News Sourcing Journal and Rivet.She unveils the powerful strategies that drive her success in running a nonstop global media powerhouse. Leaders of all organizations can harness these insights. Her playbook

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37:44

Team-First Leadership - UnCruise VP Operations,...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/07/22

Ever been on an executive cruise? This episode is brought to you by UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising that connects guests with nature and wildlife while exploring some of the most remote and scenic destinations on the West Coast of the Americas including Alaska, Baja, and Hawaii. Get the latest deals benleads.com/cruise------Team-First LeadershipGet inspired by Kirsty Bozlee, VP of Operations at UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising,She shares a powerful moment when she stood up for a team

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42:05

Barrier Breaker - CEO Delta Dental, Sarah Chavarría

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/07/16

Barrier BreakerSarah Chavarría, first female CEO in Delta Dental of California and Affiliates' 68-year history, is spearheading a major transformation from a traditional dental insurance company to an innovative healthcare organization centered on oral health.With extensive executive leadership experience, Sarah has identified a critical obstacle that often hinders leadership and team performance. She shares her bold, innovative strategy to conquer this challenge and accelerate results.Tune in for

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29:34

Mentorship Power - CEO of Route, Michael Yamartino

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/07/15

Mentorship PowerMichael Yamartino, CEO of Route, shares an INCREDIBLE strategy to work with a top mentor!Out of hundreds of interviews on Lead the Team, having at least one helpful mentor is an absolute common success factor.They inspire and accelerate your success.And you need to hear Michael's perspective here and the stories of how he quickly rose through the ranks at Pinterest, Microsoft, and InVision before taking the helm at Route.He also happens to have been Pinterest's first product manager

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29:04

Grow Your Next Gen Leaders - Tom Mertz, COO at T5...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/07/11

Grow Your Next Gen LeadersTom Mertz, COO of T5 Data Centers. shares his strategy for cultivating talent, fostering mentorship, and building a resilient leadership pipeline.Next Generation leaders are pivotal for your organization's future, offering fresh perspectives, challenging the status quo, and offering ideas on emerging technologies. With Data Centers driving the tech world forward, Tom provides invaluable insights into their crucial role moving forward. Whether you're an executive, HR

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37:09

Discomfort Power - Fortrea President and CCO Drayton...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2024/07/02

Discomfort Power.Drayton Virkler, President and Chief Commercial Officer at Fortrea, shares his guiding mantra that's led to ground breaking initiatives and results in his 23 years in the life sciences industry from the US to Singapore. This leadership philosophy pushes boundaries and drives innovation and excellence.Just wait until you hear the stories for how he's applied it...... from his work at top firms like Fortrea, IQVIA, and Certara, where's redefined success by challenging norms and

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