C-Suite Conversations with Dr. Patrick Leddin

Episode #79 Julie Loeger

Join Julie Loeger, Chief Growth Officer of eBay, as she discusses her career journey, the mission of eBay, and the importance of economic opportunity for all. Julie also shares insights about eBay's inventory, trust and confidence in the platform, and the strong sense of community among buyers and sellers, emphasizing the need for allyship and transparent communication in the workplace.

Episode #78 Stacey Tank

If you struggle with striking that precious balance between family life and career, this episode is for you. Join Stacey Tank, a trailblazing female executive leader, as she discusses the challenges she has faced, the sacrifices she has made, and the importance of being open to feedback and continuous learning. The conversation explores the power skills necessary for aspiring leaders in a fast-changing world, emphasizing the value of lifelong learning, empathy, and civic engagement.

Episode #77 Michael Zuieback

Get in the driver’s seat of your career with insights from Discount Tire Executive Chairman Michael Zuieback. Michael shares the legacy and mission of Discount Tire, emphasizing the company's commitment to making dreams come true for both its employees and customers. Michael opens up about the challenges he faced, the lessons he learned, and how he balances preserving the company's values while driving growth and innovation.

Episode #76 Colin Walsh

Consistency, transparency, and genuine passion for service are the driving forces behind Colin Walsh, CEO and co-founder of Varo Bank. Colin talks about the importance of being a champion for the Main Street consumer at Varo, which focuses on providing financial services and tools that empower consumers, particularly those living paycheck to paycheck, to achieve better financial stability and growth.

Episode #75 Andrea Cherng

Learn what it takes to leave an impactful legacy in a family-owned business from Panda Restaurant Group, Inc.’s Chief Brand Officer, Andrea Cherng. Andrea shares how to stay connected with both those who are served by the business as well as the people who run it, highlighting the company’s emphasis on an abundant culture and overall sense of community.

Episode #74 Jennifer Colosimo

Sometimes it takes curiosity, courage, and careful consideration to bring things all together. While FranklinCovey President Jennifer Colosimo would say that’s not always easy, she argues that is what makes a good organization great – the ability to bring it all together and achieve results in a way that sets you up for long-term success.

Episode #73 Jason Jaggard

Learn the secrets world-class coaches use to help the best get better with author and CEO of Novus Global, Jason Jaggard. Jason shares 10 skills he thinks all leaders should have to amplify their influence and help more people evolve from high performers to meta performers.

Episode #72 Pat Gelsinger

Pat Gelsinger joins Scott Miller to discuss the past, present, and future state of chip manufacturing and what it means for the US economy. Pat shares the importance of building a character-driven organization focused on doing the right thing while also embracing opportunities to grow and learn from challenges along the way.

Episode #71 Dr. Taryn Marie Stejskal

Join international resilience, mental health, and wellness expert, Dr. Taryn Marie Stejskal, as she shines a light on the crucial roles challenge, change, and complexity play in resiliency. She discusses privileging progress over perfection, breaks down the differences between sympathy and empathy, and encourages each of us to step out in the practice of vulnerability.

Episode #70 Julie Charlestein

Join CEO of Premier Dental, Julie Charlestein, for a conversation about the crucial roles that clarity, structure, and fun play in an organization. Julie shares how important it is to balance innovation with intentional respect for where you came from, all through the lens of her being fourth generation in the family business.