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Leaders & Legacies

The Leaders & Legacies Podcast celebrates leaders who are making a difference beyond themselves. It was inspired from events in 2021 when the host, Craig Andrews went into a 6-week coma. Even after waking up, his brain was scrambled for another two weeks. When his mind cleared, his wife started telling him how his team stepped up and ran the company without him. Freelancers reached out to his team and offered to do whatever was necessary while he was in the hospital. Craig believes we all make an

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191 - How Curiosity, Grit, and Frameworks Drive...

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2025/05/01

Jack Cohen, CEO of Dark Knight Ventures, joins Craig Andrews to explore the leadership tools that shaped his 40+ year career in commercial real estate and finance. In this episode, Jack breaks down the principles from his book, The Freedom Frameworks, revealing how practical tools—not empty platitudes—help leaders accelerate growth and stay grounded.Jack shares his philosophy: great leaders acquire skills, accumulate experiences, and develop strong relationships. He unpacks how curiosity fuels those

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33:50

190 - Leading Through Technology - Ken Cox’s Mission...

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2025/04/29

Ken Cox doesn’t just talk about leadership—he builds systems that enable it. In this episode, Ken shares how a turbulent upbringing and early tech exposure shaped his leadership style. From hanging around small-town entrepreneurs to diving into the early days of the internet, Ken turned challenges into fuel. He opens up about his dyslexia and how technology gave him a voice, eventually becoming a champion for small businesses and digital empowerment.Ken explains why he treats AI like employees—and

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42:55

189 - Leading with Vision and Grit - Steve Duddy on...

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2025/04/24

Steve Duddy doesn’t just lead companies—he shapes cultures, mentors future leaders, and makes bold moves under pressure. In this episode, he shares hard-earned leadership lessons from the operating room to the boardroom. From his early days in medical device sales to running multimillion-dollar divisions, Steve reveals how leadership is less about credentials and more about people.He discusses how real leadership happens in uncertainty—when the path forward is unclear and the stakes are high. He

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36:59

188 - From Martial Arts to Franchises - How Devan...

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2025/04/22

Devan Gonzalez didn’t stumble into leadership—he forged it in the fire of martial arts mats and business mistakes. In this episode, Devan unpacks how discipline, mindset, and purposeful mentorship shaped his journey from teen instructor to fitness franchise founder. He shares what most leaders miss: showing up beats motivation every time. Leadership isn’t about knowing everything—it’s about building systems so others don’t need you to. Devan dives into the bumps he hit, from marketing misfires to

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35:41

187 - Napoleon, Data, and Leadership - Why First...

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2025/04/17

Leadership isn’t about titles—it’s about impact. In this episode of Leaders and Legacies, Craig Andrews sits down with Ritavan, founder of Bavarian Tiger Ventures and author of Data Impact, to break down the principles of high-performance leadership.Ritavan shares why blindly following best practices leads to failure and how first principles thinking drives real success. Drawing lessons from Napoleon’s military strategy, he explains why leaders must ensure absolute alignment across teams. The key

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37:35

186 - How Leaders Can Fix Healthcare for Employees...

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2025/04/15

Leadership isn’t about maintaining the status quo—it’s about seeing problems, rallying people, and creating solutions. In this episode, Lester Morales, founder and CEO of Next Impact, exposes the broken incentives in healthcare and how business leaders can take control.Lester shares how his family’s devastating financial struggle with medical bills ignited his passion for fixing the system. He explains why healthcare isn’t "broken"—it’s working exactly as designed, just not in the public’s favor

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26:39

185 - Lead Smarter, Not Harder: James Robbins on the...

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2025/04/10

Leadership isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing the right things. In this episode, James Robbins, leadership expert and author of Nine Minutes on Monday, breaks down the simple yet powerful leadership strategies that deliver the biggest impact. He explains why most leaders waste time on low-value tasks and how focusing on key engagement drivers—autonomy, recognition, challenge, and purpose—can transform teams.James shares insights from his time as a minister, where he had to motivate volunteers

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39:36

184 - Marketing in Tough Markets - Dennis Meador’s...

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2025/04/08

Leadership isn’t about making noise—it’s about making an impact. In this episode of Leaders and Legacies, host Craig Andrews talks with Dennis Meador, founder of the Legal Podcast Network. Meador’s leadership journey started early, from hustling in sales as a teenager to scaling businesses to multi-million-dollar success.Meador shares why authenticity is the ultimate leadership tool—especially in marketing. His approach? Cut the fluff, get to the point, and let expertise speak for itself. He

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29:33

183 - Leadership Through Connection - Michael Morgan...

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2025/04/03

Leadership isn’t just about titles—it’s about relationships. In this episode of Leaders and Legacies, Michael Morgan shares how networking has been the cornerstone of his career. From his early days at Penn State to leadership roles at major corporations, Morgan reveals how strategic connections opened doors, accelerated his growth, and helped him navigate career moves across the country.He breaks down the myth that networking is purely transactional. Instead, he emphasizes building authentic,

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27:57

182 - Pitch Perfect - How Leaders Win Buy-In and...

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2025/04/01

Great leaders aren’t just visionaries—they’re persuasive communicators. In this episode of Leaders and Legacies, Scott Nichols, CEO of Velocity Pitch Decks, shares how leadership and storytelling intersect in the high-stakes world of venture capital pitches.Scott emphasizes the importance of clarity and confidence when presenting ideas, whether to investors, customers, or internal stakeholders. He draws parallels between pitching and live performance, showing that just like musicians on stage,

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37:11

181 - Beyond Compliance - How Leaders Can Fix HR and...

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2025/03/27

Scott Morris, former police officer, actor, and now CEO of PropulsionAI, joins Leaders and Legacies to share powerful insights on leadership, trust, and transformation. He dives into the critical distinction between “fit” and “fitting in” and explains why trust is the foundation of any successful team.Morris believes HR is broken—not because of people, but because of a mindset that prioritizes compliance over productivity. He argues that businesses must shift focus from task-based job descriptions

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34:09

180 - Scaling Leadership - How Kevin Wilkins Made His...

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2025/03/25

Kevin Wilkins built a successful corporate career with Fortune 100 companies like Procter & Gamble and Fidelity Investments. But when he sold his company and moved to New Orleans, he faced an identity crisis—no more corporate brand, no predefined path. He had to redefine leadership for himself.Wilkins discovered that true leadership isn’t about titles or company logos. It’s about people, culture, and impact. He founded Trepwise, a consulting firm dedicated to strengthening purpose-driven

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37:40

179 - How AI is Revolutionizing Leadership and...

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2025/03/20

Albert Ramos joins the "Leaders and Legacies" podcast to unpack transformative leadership strategies. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, Albert shares how authenticity, vulnerability, and embracing failure shape impactful leaders. He highlights the critical role of mental health, recounting his personal challenges and the importance of seeking support. Albert also explores the power of AI in leadership, explaining how automation and predictive tools can optimize workflows, free

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33:40

178 - Kerim Kfuri Unpacks Leadership Through Global...

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2025/03/13

Kerim Kfuri is the CEO of the Atlas Network and an expert in global supply chain management. From his roots in Baltimore to his work with Damon John's CEO Access Program, Kerim emphasizes the importance of education, tone at the top, and adaptability in leadership.Kerim discusses the complexities of supply chains, their global interdependencies, and how they reflect broader leadership challenges. He underscores the critical role of clear communication and forward-thinking strategies in managing

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31:13

177 - How to Launch, Lead, and Leave a Legacy –...

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2025/03/06

Anthony Franco is the founder of Launch Partners and a serial entrepreneur with six successful ventures across various industries. Franco shares his insights on the trials and triumphs of entrepreneurship, including the delicate art of delegation and the necessity of simplifying messaging to connect with audiences.Franco delves into the challenges founders face, such as overcoming ego and staying connected to the operational intricacies of their business. He underscores the importance of addressing

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26:08

176 - The Critical Role of Leadership in Business...

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2025/03/04

Teresa Wagonseller discusses how effective leadership empowers teams to thrive, even in the absence of their leader. Both Craig and Teresa share personal experiences of stepping away from work unexpectedly due to medical emergencies, revealing how their teams upheld business operations without skipping a beat. Teresa credits her leadership approach—mentoring, fostering trust, and implementing strong systems—as the key to her team's success.The conversation also explores how leaders can secure

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37:15

175 - The Margin of Greatness - Leadership Insights...

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2025/02/27

Damon Lembi shares powerful insights on how great leaders prioritize continuous learning, foster curiosity, and create environments where failure becomes a stepping stone to success. He emphasizes the critical role of empowering teams, allowing space for mistakes, and modeling the behaviors leaders expect from their teams.The conversation delves into the thin margins that separate good leaders from great ones, highlighting the mental resilience and humility required to stay ahead in today’s rapidly

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32:02

174 - From Stuttering to Success - Jeff Panik on...

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2025/02/25

Jeff Panik shares his journey from overcoming a childhood stutter to building a mission-driven business. His passion for financial literacy is evident as he discusses teaching kids the basics of managing money and helping business owners plan for sustainable futures.Jeff emphasizes the importance of succession planning and creating businesses that thrive without their owners. He shares actionable advice on avoiding common pitfalls like fragmented communication and a lack of contingency plans. Craig

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33:11

173 - How Selfish Employees Build Stronger Teams -...

Leaders & Legacies ·

2025/02/20

Ken Rusk, the bestselling author of Blue Collar Cash and founder of Rusk Industries, shares profound insights on leadership, entrepreneurship, and designing a fulfilling life. He challenges the conventional narrative of sacrificing the present for a better tomorrow, advocating instead for building a clear life vision and living proactively. Ken emphasizes the importance of creating autonomy for employees, encouraging them to work for themselves while contributing to a greater company mission.He

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37:45

172 - Redefining Employee Benefits - Leadership...

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2025/02/18

Harlon now advocates for affordable and accessible employee benefits, highlighting alternatives like direct primary care and custom health plans. He underscores the importance of rebuilding trust and relationships in health care, showing how these solutions improve employee satisfaction, reduce turnover, and enhance competitiveness for small businesses. Craig and Harlon explore how great leadership involves stepping beyond traditional systems, challenging norms, and putting people first.This episode

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