The gymnastics program Danna Durante is building at UNC Chapel Hill is truly impressive. Danna and her daughter, Sami, who is also a coach on the staff, dive into how they coach a team of gymnasts through the ups and downs of a meet, a season, and prepare them for a life beyond the gym….

Anna and Dan lead one of the most impressive teams I have ever met. They lead with passion and from the heart, and their staff’s dedication to their shared mission is evident. They are committed, and their drive to lead with both the head and the heart is unmatched. We regularly discuss their business challenges,…

Patricia Bradby Moore has leveraged her natural people skills to navigate a diverse career path. From the music industry to the tech world, Patricia shares her insights on the power of building meaningful connections in the digital age. Patricia has turned her gift for networking into a platform to guide others – from young professionals…

In this captivating episode, Aaron sits down with Rachel Anderson, the visionary behind The Human Centric Leader, to uncover the transformative impact of prioritizing people over profits. Dive deep into Rachel’s journey, exploring how her experiences shaped a revolutionary approach to leadership that delivers both business success and employee fulfillment. Discover the eye-opening statistics that…

Leadership expert Barry Labov shares game-changing insights from his new book “The Power of Differentiation.” Dive into the transformative power of celebrating what makes you and your team uniquely remarkable. Uncover the secrets to winning hearts, minds, and market share by fostering a culture of vulnerability, authenticity, and mutual respect. Barry’s hard-earned wisdom will inspire…

Dr. Ryan Hall shares his authentic approach to leadership and fundraising, emphasizing the importance of building genuine relationships, embracing change, and passionately investing in the development of student-athletes at Rice University. His insights inspire listeners to lead with purpose, adaptability, and a commitment to empowering those around them. ———————– ================= Lead Local Presented by Leaders Rising…

Banks walk a delicate tightrope today: they need to be engaging to attract and retain customers across generations, but also maintain a fortress-like security to combat fraud. National Exchange Bank and Trust cracked the code on increasing engagement, building a strong customer base, and keeping customers’ wallets safe. Tammy Pitts and Tami Christian of National…

Jeff is an incredible dad, a great guy to coach basketball with, and now a published author. He’s wrapped up a successful Kickstarter campaign for his new book, A Buffalo Out of Water. And now it’s time to share the story with the world. After Jeff and his wife, Whitney became the proud parents of…

Navigating change is not a choice; it’s all around us. Chris Barras joins the show to discuss transformation at both personal and community levels as we experience change. Chris’ experiences in Richmond come from observing transformation over the past 18 years. Watching communities change has given Chris a peak into leading change in corporate settings….

Dr. Danny Avula shares his inspiring leadership journey from his roots as an immigrant child from India to top roles in public health and social services in Virginia. Danny dives into how experiences like moving to an underserved community influenced his approach to serving communities. Avula also reflects on key lessons like listening to lived…