Executive Leadership Episodes
The Door to Opportunity with Matthew Confer
June 3, 2021
“The door to opportunity is a door marked PUSH.” Throughout his career, Matt Confer has taken to heart this advice from his parents. He’s actively looked for doors and then strategized how to get them open. In this episode, …
Embracing Differences with Adriane Armstrong
Dec. 3, 2020
“I have had an identity of being different from such an early age that it's never even occurred to me to try to fit in with those around me.” That’s how Adriane Armstrong, CEO of the nonprofit social enterprise Juma Ventures…
Opening the Door with Tiffany Newhouse
Nov. 5, 2020
How do you gain the experience and skills you need to go out on your own as a consultant? In this episode, Tiffany Newhouse, CEO of Newhouse Project Consulting, takes us through her path to consulting which had plenty of cur…
My Inadvertent Career with Greg Stern
Oct. 1, 2020
When Greg Stern graduated from college with a degree in Political Science, he certainly did not expect to eventually co-found and co-chair the award-winning creative advertising agency BSSP. He also didn't anticipate that he…
The Power of a Personal Mission with Darryl Knudsen
July 2, 2020
“I channel the power of civil society movements to create enduring, positive change toward social and environmental justice for the underrepresented.” That’s how Darryl Knudsen, Executive Director of International Rivers, de…
Facing Your Fears with Rodney Fong
June 4, 2020
“All of the other things that I have done before just bubble up into this one particular moment in time.” That’s how Rodney Fong, President & CEO of the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce, describes getting ready for the chal…
Being Resilient with Leah Swan
May 7, 2020
Anyone who has faced job loss will tell you it can be scary, demoralizing, and confusing, raising questions like, “What do I do now?”... “How do I bounce back?”... and even, “Will I bounce back?” Unfortunately, this is what …
Making Things Happen with Rick Welts
March 12, 2020
Can you have a career in professional sports without being a pro athlete? Rick Welts, president and COO of the Golden State Warriors did just that. His career began when, as a teenager, he landed the job of ball boy for the …
Connecting for Good with Daniel Lurie
Dec. 19, 2019
It’s the holidays, a time when many of us think of giving, both to our loved ones and to those in need, making this the perfect time to share our interview with Daniel Lurie, who has spent his career in philanthropy and the …
Becoming Fearless with Anu Shultes
Oct. 10, 2019
Careers don't happen in a vacuum, but rather unfold in the context of our lives. Anu Shultes' career journey has included setbacks, hard landings and serious illness. In spite of it all she persisted, found her voice, and ea…