Branch Out - A Podcast from Connection Builders artwork

Branch Out - A Podcast from Connection Builders

123 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago -

Branch Out is a leading professional growth podcast hosted by Alex Drost, founder of Connection Builders. It is your ultimate source for actionable insights to take your career to the next level. Each episode, Alex interviews thought leaders from the accounting, legal, and other consulting professions, who share their unique insights and real-life lessons learned throughout their careers.

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Ask, Listen, Act: Enhancing Your Client Experience - Alyson Fieldman

September 12, 2023 09:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB

According to research, one in seven clients has an unvoiced complaint. Do you know how your clients feel about your firm's service?   In today’s episode, Alyson Fieldman, founder of Rockit Results, an independent consulting firm specializing in strategic marketing for high-growth professional services firms, shares her expertise in client experience (CX) and why it is a strategic differentiator in the marketplace. Alyson explains that CX is the sum of all a firm's touchpoints with its clien...

Disconnect to Connect: Transforming Your Workplace and Your Life - Amy Vetter

August 22, 2023 09:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

Does it ever feel as if your life has become mechanical or routine? Do you find that it’s becoming more and more difficult to find success in your career? This is the episode for you! Today, we speak with keynote speaker, CPA, yogi, technologist, TEDx speaker, Breaking Beliefs Podcast host, and CEO of the B3 Method Institute, Amy Vetter, who guides business professionals on their journeys to become happier, more engaged, and more successful.  As a CPA and a yogi, Amy has a unique perspectiv...

Strategic Growth for Professional Services Firms - Gale Crosley

August 08, 2023 09:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

Strategic growth is about more than just growth for growth’s sake. It’s about identifying the most efficient path for profitability and sustainability and then pursuing it. Our guest today, Gale Crosley, is a Strategic Growth and Innovation Consultant who has helped countless growth-oriented CPA and Accounting firms overcome barriers and achieve high-performing strategic growth. Crosley started her career as a CPA with Arthur Andersen before transitioning to technology sales. After the dot-c...

The Power of Professional Empathy - Bruce Ditman

July 25, 2023 09:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

Give credit and take blame; this is Bruce Ditman’s golden rule of leadership. In today’s episode, he shares his story of how he went from selling television advertising to Chief Marketing Officer at Marcum LLP, a $700 million dollar CPA & accounting firm, then later to the founder of Chief Seconds.  Bruce has never had one day of formal marketing education in his life, but his intellectual curiosity, humility, and thoughtful approach to everything he does has led to him achieving success at...

The Nexus of Creativity and Entrepreneurship - Scott Scarano

July 11, 2023 09:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MB

Unexpected connections exist all around us; we just have to be open to them. One such connection that many listeners may find surprising is the link between music and accounting. Our guest today, Scott Scarano, has always had a passion for both these disciplines. He describes accounting as the language of business and music as the language of life. Scott is the owner of a thriving accounting firm, a podcaster, and the custodian of Accounting High, an online resource that is helping to modern...

The Value of Thought Leadership - Elana Margulies Snyderman

June 27, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MB

Elana Margulies-Snyderman is a director and thought leadership expert at EisnerAmper, a global audit and tax firm with offices worldwide and throughout the US. She hosts two podcast series, one dedicated to financial services and the other focusing on private equity deal-making. She also contributes to the firm's content management by maintaining a financial services blog and overseeing content across various industries and service lines.  Elana has a wealth of experience in creating though...

Successful Cross-Selling in Professional Services Firms - Timothy Keith

June 20, 2023 09:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

Today we are joined by Timothy Keith, the CEO and Founder of Propense.ai, an AI cross-selling platform that helps professional services firms grow more efficiently and holistically. Tim shares his unique career path that helped build his expertise in the professional services industry, starting with his experience in CRM implementation at a large-scale CPA firm. Tim’s path to becoming a founder is as inspiring as it is unique, and he explains how a love for solving difficult problems fuels h...

Strategic Marketing for Private Equity and Deal Advisors - Jack Vawdrey

June 06, 2023 09:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB

The private equity and deal advisor landscape is currently ablaze with fierce competition, reaching unprecedented heights and continuously expanding. Professional service providers working in the sector must showcase their unparalleled expertise, captivating the attention of target companies. Joining us today to help navigate the intricacies of building a brand as a consultant in the space is Jack Vawdrey, a marketing consultant for private equity. As a seasoned consultant, Jack meticulously...

The Power of Brand Recognition - Mike Jones

May 02, 2023 09:00 - 43 minutes - 30.3 MB

Creating a remarkable brand is not a task for the faint of heart. It requires unwavering authenticity, a fierce dedication to values, and an unrelenting commitment to purpose. Mike Jones, the CEO and Managing Partner of Resound, truly believes in these principles. With an unbridled passion for every client, he leads Resound’s vision, strategy, and business development, relentlessly pursuing building brands that resonate deeply with people. Resound is a brand consultancy providing services th...

Giving Emotions a Seat at the Table - Denise Logan

April 18, 2023 09:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MB

Selling your business is not just a transaction. It is a period of transition filled with unexpected highs and lows. After exiting her own legal practice and watching a close friend struggle with the sale of his company, global keynote speaker and bestselling author, Denise Logan realized that business owners need emotional support for this process of transition. Over the last 13 years, she has woven together her previous experience as a lawyer and mental health professional to help business...

Empowering CPAs to Build and Scale Profitable Practices - Chase Birky

April 04, 2023 09:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MB

Small and aspiring CPA firms face several formidable challenges. From workload management to technology implementation and expanding their professional expertise, they will likely spend a disproportionate amount of time and energy on things other than building their book of business and serving clients. To solve this problem, today’s guest started a firm that provides the necessary resources and support to enable CPAs to build scalable, profitable practices and stay relevant for decades to c...

Essential Skills for Business Development Success - Alex Egan

March 07, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MB

A big part of business development is communication; selling yourself or someone else, building relationships, making a pitch, and so on. As a professional, you should build up the skillset to truly be able to articulate what value, skills, and experience you (or your group) have. Today, we are joined by Alex Egan, a director at Kaufman Rossin, a full-service public accounting and consulting firm. Alex leads a team of consultants and advisors who specialize in helping broker-dealers, RIAs, F...

Finding Passion in the Work You Do – Randy Crabtree

February 28, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

Sometimes, a job that was initially fulfilling begins to feel less meaningful over time. Luckily, there are several strategies you can follow to help you reignite your passion for the work that you already do or even redefine your role around what gets you excited! Today, we are joined by Randy Crabtree, speaker, writer, co-founder, and partner of Tri-Merit Specialty Tax Professionals and host of The Unique CPA podcast. Randy is also a two-time finalist for Accounting Today's Top 100 Most In...

Resilience Breeds Success - Lisa Howze

December 20, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MB

Resilience breeds success, and no one articulates it better than Lisa Howze. Lisa is a former Michigan state representative and the former chief of staff and chief government affairs officer for Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan. She is now known as "The Career Transformation Specialist" and joins us today to discuss her book, Candy Girl Mentality. Lisa generously shares an endless stream of wisdom as she breaks down the "candy girl mentality," defining setbacks and disappointments and providing too...

Building Credibility to Facilitate Authentic Connections - George Sirignano

December 13, 2022 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MB

Building a strong network of professional connections ultimately comes down to the time and energy you are willing to invest in those relationships. Today’s guest understands this and has managed to build credibility by consistently looking for new ways to add value. George Sirignano is the Managing Partner of Old City Investment Partners, a firm that identifies high-quality alternative investment sponsors for a growing investor base of families and institutions. George manages Old City’s in...

Ask Questions to Uncover Opportunity - Gary Braun

December 06, 2022 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MB

The word “sales” often leaves a sour taste in people’s mouths. But sales is different than most people think, as today’s guest explains. Gary Braun, the Co-Founder of Pivotal Advisors, shares why it’s all about asking the right questions. Gary takes us on the journey of how he and his brother launched Pivotal Advisors and the lessons they have learned over the last 10+ years. We debunk negative connotations associated with “sales” and discuss why asking the right questions can build trust an...

The Entrepreneur's Mindset - Isatou Smith

November 29, 2022 10:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MB

To be an entrepreneur requires hard work, self-discipline, and a tremendous amount of courage. When you are your own boss, there is no one else to look to. Therefore, everything your business needs to succeed requires your efforts and discipline. Today we are joined by the Managing Director of EisnerAmper, Isatou Smith. She is a natural entrepreneur who left a stable corporate role to gain greater autonomy and agency in her personal and professional life. In our conversation, we discuss how ...

Leading Through Challenging Situations - Susan Black-Beth

November 15, 2022 10:00 - 47 minutes - 33 MB

From heading a family business, running franchising models, running a private equity firm, and being a mother to two, is there anything Susan Black-Beth can't do? Growing up in an entrepreneurial family, Susan's relationship with business started at an early age and has been formative to her leadership style.  In this episode, Susan shares the value of having a robust and reliable network, how to overcome unforeseen challenges, her serendipitous relationship with COVID-19, and the importanc...

Embrace Uncertainty & Take Risks - David Hartley

November 08, 2022 10:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MB

Today we are joined by partner, director, and advisor at Anders CPAs, David Hartley to discuss how he has found success and happiness in his career by taking risks and embracing uncertainty. You'll hear about David's professional career journey, the catalysts for change early on, and how he handled changes he encountered along the way. We also talk about why we as leaders have to accept that we do not know all the answers and instead focus on being a facilitator for problem-solving.  David ...

Rethink Your Approach to Work - Dan Montgomery

November 01, 2022 09:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

In today's high-paced professional world, it's easy to lose perspective on what moves the needle in your company and get mired down in a slew of everyday tasks and emails. And while creating a structure that prioritizes reflection and planning can be challenging, it is immensely beneficial in the long run. Here to help us unpack this topic and give us a fresh perspective on our approach to work is Dan Montgomery, audit partner and director of business development at Forge Financial and Manag...

Increase Revenue with Client Advisory Services (CAS) - Ed Warren

October 25, 2022 09:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

Building a Client Advisory Services (CAS) practice can be challenging, but when you identify the right business opportunities and apply a value-based pricing model, you'll not only increase your business revenue but reveal your true worth to your clients! Today's guest has identified seven tips for growing your CAS practice and is here to share his insights on growth opportunities for professional service providers. Join us in welcoming Ed Warren, an accomplished sales executive with over 25...

Drive Innovation with Curiosity & Discipline - Gary Thomson

October 18, 2022 09:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MB

Insatiable curiosity is often correlated with leadership and business success. But if it isn't combined with a healthy dose of strategy and discipline, it can have the opposite effect. With more than 35 years of experience in public accounting, Gary Thomson is a sought-after consultant and leadership development expert. His years of experience working in firm structures and as an entrepreneur make him well equipped to discuss what it takes to drive innovation and growth for yourself and your...

Earn Confidence and Play The Long Game - Meahgan O'Grady Martin

October 11, 2022 09:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MB

Telling her story on the Podcast today is one of McGuireWoods' Women in Private Equity to Know, Meahgan O'Grady Martin. Meahgan is the Director of Business Development for Palladium Equity Partners and a chairwoman at the Association for Corporate Growth Women in Leadership committee. During our discussion, we unpack the process of enduring challenges to earn confidence, the power of building a network, and the perils of having a mindset of victimhood. Drawing on her own experience, Meaghan ...

Transform Your Leadership and Ignite Your Team - Dan Cremons

October 04, 2022 09:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MB

As a leader, your team's performance is your responsibility; if you take this responsibility seriously, you can transform your organization. Today's guest is Dan Cremons, former private equity investor and CEO and the bestselling author of The Blue Flame and Winning Moves. While writing his first book with the aim of helping leaders improve their approach to managing people, Dan had an epiphany that led him to change the trajectory of his career and become an entrepreneur. Dan is passionate ...

Your Practice is an Entrepreneurial Endeavor - Jay Harrington

September 27, 2022 09:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

No matter what line of work you choose to pursue, finding a clear niche and narrowing down who you serve and how you add value will be one of the best ways to ensure your career success. Today we welcome Jay Harrington to share his story starting at a large law firm, then starting his own private law, and finally launching his current consultancy. Jay is also the author of three books, The Productivity Pivot, The Essential Associate, and One of a Kind. Jay covers the pivotal moments of his ...

Firm Leaders, What's on Your List? - Gary Shamis

September 20, 2022 09:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MB

In the evolving landscape of the accounting world, firms need to manage growth and shifts in the right way if they are going to survive. Here on the podcast today, we are joined by Gary Shamis, Principal of Winding River Consulting, who shares the wisdom he has acquired in his long and illustrious career as a leader in this space.  Firm leaders will not want to miss the insights Gary shares as we discuss the key issues that should be on the top of every managing partner's list and best prac...

People Are the Most Important Asset - Paul Aversano

September 13, 2022 09:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

People are at the center of almost every business, whether clients, employees or a combination of both. This is even more true in the professional services industry, where a people-focused approach is essential to success. However, it is not always clear what a people-centered approach is and how to establish it in your organization’s culture. In today’s episode, we speak to Paul Aversano, a Managing Director and Global Practice Leader at Alvarez & Marsal, a top consulting firm with more tha...

How to Be Ahead of the Curve - Leon Brujis

September 06, 2022 09:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MB

Are you looking to succeed in business, exceed your goals and ambitions, and advance in your career? Well, you're in the right place, and today, you'll learn how staying ahead of the curve can set you apart, especially early on in your profession!  In this episode, we welcome back returning guest Leon Brujis of Palladium Equity Partners, the oldest minority-owned private equity buyout firm in the industry with over $3 billion in assets under management. As you may recall, Leon is a repeat c...

Subscription Model for Professionals - Ed Kless

August 30, 2022 09:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

Professional firms typically bill by the hour, as any accountant or lawyer knows all too well. But, as you'll discover in this episode, today's guest argues strongly for implementing a subscription-based model.  Meta-consultant and business iconoclast, Ed Kless is the Senior Director of Partner Development and Strategy for Sage in North America and a Senior Fellow at the VeraSage Institute, a think tank dedicated to the elimination of the billable hour. He is also an author, speaker, and co...

Cracking the Code to M&A Growth - John Bly

August 23, 2022 09:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MB

Mergers and acquisitions can sometimes feel daunting for entrepreneurs, but they don't have to be. In fact, growth through M&A can yield huge rewards if you are willing to accept some risk and remain open to opportunities. Today, we are joined by John Bly, the South Atlantic Regional Leader for Top 35 CPA firm, Aprio, as he cracks the code to M&A growth with us, sharing some of the lessons he has learned throughout his career journey and offering his advice for anyone considering M&A as a gr...

The Human Capital Challenges of M&A - Jennifer Fondrevay

July 26, 2022 09:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB

Change is inherent in Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) transactions, making preparation and methods to overcome the challenges associated with the change essential to a successful process. In today’s show, we speak to Jennifer Fondrevay, an M&A expert, speaker, and Founder of Day1 Ready. Her company is on a mission to rediscover the humanity in business and provides services for a wide variety of Fortune 500 companies, start-ups, and small businesses. The human component is the core of the bus...

The Future of How Clients Buy - Eric Gregg

July 19, 2022 09:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MB

It's no secret that the B2B buyer has changed more in the past ten years than in the previous 100. The modern consumer is digitally driven, socially aware, and has all the information they need at their fingertips. So, how can B2B service providers keep up with this rapid evolution and meet the buyers of today where they're at?  To help us find the answer to this question, we're joined by Eric Gregg, Founder, and CEO of ClearlyRated, an online client satisfaction survey firm that works with...

Consistently Invest in Growth - Maria Moss

July 06, 2022 09:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MB

Today on the Branch Out Podcast, we are joined by a passionate people developer and self-described rebel with a cause, Maria Moss! Maria is a training and development consultant and the owner of Phoenix Leadership Solutions, a training consulting firm that utilizes classroom-based learning and development programs to help empower leaders to reach their full potential. By sharing the discoveries, challenges, and lessons she has encountered on her journey towards creating her destiny, Maria he...

Be Curious and Invest in Yourself - Jeff Henningsen

May 10, 2022 09:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

Jeff Henningsen has always been curious, creative, and committed to his goals. These are some of the traits that have allowed him to succeed in so many different realms. Jeff’s entrepreneurial career started with mowing lawns to make some extra money while he was still in school; this turned into a business that he was able to sell at the age of 22. After that, he gained experience in the private equity world before becoming the President of Lockton Companies in Texas, where he has worked fo...

Make an Impact and Build a Scalable Life - Brett Hickey

April 05, 2022 09:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

Today we speak with accomplished Founder and CEO of Star Mountain Capital, Brett Hickey. Brett shares his personal and professional journey from a small town in Northern Canada to founding one of the leading lower middle-market investment firms in New York City. Brett discusses how his unique background led him to where he is today and why he believes that it is so important to focus on making an impact in building a scalable life. We touch on the benefits of taking a step back rather than c...

Hire Smart People and Get Out of The Way - Tyler Fair

March 22, 2022 09:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

"Hire smart people and get out of the way." This is the leadership philosophy of today's guest, Tyler Fair. Tyler is the co-founder and CEO of SourceScrub, the leading data service for dealmakers who want to find, research, and connect with founder-owned businesses. Though the company is just seven years old, it has grown into an 8-figure business that works with top private equity and investment banking firms. In this episode, Tyler joins us to share his entrepreneurial journey and explain ...

Human Connection Catalyst – Thom Singer

March 09, 2022 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

Some of the many work-life aspects that the COVID-19 pandemic impacted were the opportunities to network and build professional relationships. Talking to us today about his professional journey and how he made it through the pandemic is Thom Singer, professional speaker, coach, podcast host, and networking expert. Thom started his career in marketing and sales; however, he grew into a networking expert through his skill at building relationships. We find out what Thom did to be noticed (it's...

Create Value Through Content - George Khalife

February 17, 2022 10:00 - 47 minutes - 33 MB

Today we are joined by George Khalife, the Vice President of US Capital Formation with the Toronto Stock Exchange, and the host of the podcast, Let's Grab Coffee. Listeners can expect to get some great insight into how creating content offers direct value to your network and you and why it is so important to show up as your best self for your audience and community. Being a creator, in this sense, is such a rewarding and important role, and it is heavily dependent on your mindset and intenti...

Taking Control of Your Personal Brand - Lydia Michael

February 08, 2022 11:00 - 35 minutes - 24.8 MB

Often, we put in so much time and effort to create a brand identity, but we don't realize that there's a huge disconnect between that brand identity and our consumers' perception of our brand image. In this episode, we are joined by Lydia Michael, Founder of Blended Collective, a multicultural marketing firm that helps people and brands reach and engage diverse audiences. We discuss the difference between brand identity and brand image, their importance, and what to do to ensure that they al...

Creating an Inclusive Culture - Joshua Berggrun

February 01, 2022 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

SPECIAL EPISODE: Diversity Matters in the Middle Market, brought to you by the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) and Connection Builders. Joshua Berggrun joins us today to share his thoughts on how firms can create a more inclusive workplace and why that tends to attract and retain better talent. Josh is an attorney with Calfee, Halter & Griswold, based in Cleveland, Ohio. In this episode, he shares his career experience as a member of the LGBT community and the steps that professional...

Create Opportunities for Nontraditional Talent - Michelle Chao

February 01, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MB

SPECIAL EPISODE: Diversity Matters in the Middle Market, brought to you by the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) and Connection Builders. No matter your educational background or where you start out in your career, if you have support, an open mind, and are willing to put in the effort, there is no limit on which direction you can go! Nobody epitomizes this truth better than today’s guest, Michelle Chao. 14 years ago, after receiving a master’s in child education, Michelle started work...

Financial Literacy Is Critical - Karen A Clark

February 01, 2022 10:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

SPECIAL EPISODE: Diversity Matters in the Middle Market, brought to you by the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) and Connection Builders. Being financially literate does more than help your bottom line: it also improves your mental health. Today’s guest has experienced this firsthand… Join us to hear from Karen A. Clark, SVP Multicultural Strategies with City Nation Bank, a community activist and financial literacy volunteer. Karen talks us through how the positive attitude at the bank...

Everyone’s Path is Different - Charmone Adams

February 01, 2022 10:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

SPECIAL EPISODE: Diversity Matters in the Middle Market, brought to you by the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) and Connection Builders. Building a career without coming from a background rich in resources can lead to many challenges and struggles. But it can also develop unique qualities that bring perspective and diversity into the workplace and sets you apart as someone with unique value to your team. Today's guest, Charmone Adams, a senior manager with Grant Thornton, is the young...

Don’t Make Assumptions - Ariail Barker

February 01, 2022 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MB

SPECIAL EPISODE: Diversity Matters in the Middle Market, brought to you by the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) and Connection Builders. In today’s conversation, we are joined by Ariail Barker, Senior Director of Business Development & Sponsor Coverage with 7 Mile Advisors, a boutique middle-market investment banking firm. She is also the host of the Deal Us In Podcast, which promotes the advancement of women in private equity and finance. We talk about the changing landscape of work ...

Diversity Equals Alpha - Leon Brujis

February 01, 2022 10:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

SPECIAL EPISODE: Diversity Matters in the Middle Market, brought to you by the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) and Connection Builders. Today we are joined by Leon Brujus, a Partner at Palladium Equity Partners. Leon shares his three-pronged approach to diversity that he and his firm use. We discuss the importance of cognitive diversity and how it drives decision-making and creates alpha. Leon also shares his personal experiences of feeling like an outsider and the challenges he over...

Look For the Next Generation - Marcia Nelson

February 01, 2022 10:00 - 27 minutes - 19.3 MB

SPECIAL EPISODE: Diversity Matters in the Middle Market, brought to you by the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) and Connection Builders. One of the easiest ways to drive diversity equity and inclusion is to reach out to the youth, show them that they can do it too, or give them the opportunities to enter the field. Talking to us today about how to inspire the next generation is Marcia Nelson, co-founder of Triple C Advisory. Marcia has had an eclectic career, from fashion publishing t...

Demystifying Diversity - Ernie Lyles

February 01, 2022 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

SPECIAL EPISODE: Diversity Matters in the Middle Market, brought to you by the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) and Connection Builders. Ernie Lyles was always incredibly ambitious, and at the Howard University School of Law, Ernie gained the confidence which made him realize what he was capable of. Starting his finance career with a summer internship at a bulge-bracket investment banking firm, he excelled. Ernie Lyles is the founder and CEO of The HiGro Group, a New York-based privat...

Bring Action and Drive Diversity - Brandon Hawkins

February 01, 2022 10:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MB

SPECIAL EPISODE: Diversity Matters in the Middle Market, brought to you by the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) and Connection Builders. For today’s conversation, we are joined by Brandon Hawkins, Chief Revenue Officer at CFO Hub. Brandon shares the story of how he benefits from having a diverse pool of people in his corner, both professionally and in life, and what motivates him to implement diversity within companies. In addition, he shares with us which characteristics he looks for...

Why Diversity Matters - Martin Okner & Thomas Bohn

February 01, 2022 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MB

SPECIAL EPISODE: Diversity Matters in the Middle Market, brought to you by the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) and Connection Builders. In today's episode, we are joined by Thomas Bohn, President and CEO of the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG), and Martin Okner, President and COO of dpHUE and past chair of the ACG Global Board of Directors, for a discussion around the key elements that need to be cultivated within an organization in order to attract and retain diverse talent. T...

Make Time for Growth - Ryan Cutter

January 31, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MB

Many of us could not readily answer if you asked us what we had for lunch yesterday or how we spent our time last week. Talking to us today about making time for growth is Ryan Cutter, senior associate with CID Capital and positive intentions and actions enthusiast. Ryan tells us how he manages a full-time job yet still gives himself time to read books, exercise, and meditate. He breaks down the benefits of taking time to do the things you love, including being more productive and less resen...

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