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Strategy Alignment and Leadership, with Anthony Taylor Apr 28, 2026

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Anthony Taylor about strategy alignment and leadership.

Anthony Taylor is the CEO at SME Strategy. Anthony has facilitated strategy sessions for organizations big and small across North America and beyond. He is the author of two books and the host of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast. He holds a degree in business administration with a specialization in marketing. Anthony speaks fluent French, loves soccer, and one of his life goals is to visit every MLB Stadium.

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The Future of Leadership Development, with Robert Hargrove Apr 23, 2026

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Robert Hargrove the future of leadership development.

Robert Hargrove is a globally recognized authority on leadership and coaching. As the founder of Masterful Coaching, he has dedicated his career to helping leaders unlock their full potential and achieve greatness. His innovative approach to coaching has made a lasting impact on the world of leadership development.

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How Employee Ownership Helps Our Committees Work Better, with Bret Boudreaux Apr 22, 2026

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Bret Boudreaux about How Employee Ownership Helps Our Committees Work Better.

Bret Boudreaux Director of Recruitment and Retention at BL Companies — a multi-disciplinary, employee-owned firm offering services related to architecture, engineering, environmental, and land surveying. In his role, Bret oversees the sourcing, recruiting and hiring of Engineers, Architects, Environmental Scientists and Surveyors for all of BL's 19 locations, and works closely with the firm's Employee Owners on their own professional development and company-wide professional development programming. Bret is Chair of BL's Technical Development Committee and Past-Chair of the ESOP Communications Committee. He is also VP of Programming for the New England Chapter of The ESOP Association.

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Navigating Employee Relations in the Modern World of Work, with Jason Greer Apr 16, 2026

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jason Greer about navigating employee relations in the modern world of work.

Jason Greer is the founder and president of Greer Consulting, Inc., a labor management and employee relations consulting firm based in St. Louis. As a nationally recognized expert in the field, Jason is a trusted source of information on the latest race and labor relations news for media outlets including The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and FOX News Radio. He provides valuable insight into breaking stories such as the George Floyd moment, racial protests, and diversity issues in the workplace.

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I Respectfully Disagree: How to Have Difficult Conversations in a Divided World, with Justin Jones-Fosu Apr 15, 2026

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Justin Jones-Fosu about his book, I Respectfully Disagree: How to Have Difficult Conversations in a Divided World.

Justin Jones-Fosu is the embodiment of energy, both at home as a dedicated father to two spirited children and atop the world's highest peaks, having recently conquered one of the famed 7 Summits. But Justin's passion for elevation doesn't end with trekking, it's mirrored in his professional ascent as a captivating business speaker, innovative social entrepreneur, and insightful workplace researcher. At the helm of Work. Meaningful., Justin is the driving force and CEO behind a movement that empowers organizations across the globe, delivering over 50 keynote addresses a year on the pivotal topics of meaningful work and inclusion. His mission is to ignite a transformation in corporate culture, guiding organizations and individuals to ascend to their peak potential through mastery of mindset, purpose, and performance. Justin is not only a pathfinder in the wilderness but also in the literary world, authoring essential reads such as "Your WHY Matters NOW," "The Inclusive Mindset," and his latest thought-provoker, “I Respectfully Disagree: How to have Difficult Conversations in a Divided World.” His work is a compass for those seeking direction on creating connections in an often-fragmented society. With a flair for infusing humor into his well-researched content, Justin doesn't just give a speech; he crafts an experience, leaving his audience not just informed but transformed. His approach is not merely to inform but to inspire, not just to direct but to make a difference.

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The New Executive Skill Set Required for 2026 and Beyond, with Carol Zizzo Apr 14, 2026

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Carol Zizzo about the new executive skill set required for 2026 and beyond.

Carol is the CEO of Henley Leadership Group and has been in the field of training and development for since 1991. As an executive coach and trainer, she has a bold, straightforward and passionate approach that produces high-performance results. She is dedicated to professional leadership development that emphasizes living a fulfilled life as a means to create extraordinary fiscal results. Carol is adept at identifying system dynamics and their implications on the task at hand. With a whole systems approach to her work, she supports the leader’s development and partners with him/her to develop the organization. She holds a B.A. in Business and Organization Development and received her executive coaching certification from the Coach Training Institute. By bringing levity, fun and partnership, clients experience ease and relief when tackling big challenges with Carol.

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Conscious Leadership and Resilience, with Irene Riad Apr 09, 2026

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Irene Riad about conscious leadership and resilience.

Irene Riad is an ICF PCC Executive Coach and Organizational Culture Coach who specializes in success mindset, complex trauma recovery, and Jungian depth psychology. She is the founder of SightCET, The Institute of Authentic Leadership Culture, a keynote speaker, and bestselling author. Her coaching, coach education, mentor coaching, and coaching supervision align professional and personal growth with the wisdom of the mind-body-soul interaction through different modalities that enable her clients to go through a deep transformation of their whole human system as leader, team, and organization. The outcome of her work is experienced as a renewal of identity. There is renewed sight to the energetic power we hold within ourselves, and we hold collectively to live our purpose and create legacy through our work or business. She is deeply fulfilled by empowering others to shine their light and claim their unique magnificence in the world.

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How Companies Can Operationalize Agility for All Teams, with Juan Betancourt Apr 08, 2026

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Juan Betancourt about how companies can operationalize agility for all teams.

Juan Betancourt, CEO of Humantelligence, is a visionary leader with a lifelong commitment to reshaping the business landscape for the better. Having observed the limitations of conventional human capital management systems during his time in the software industry, Juan recognized a need for innovation. It was this realization that led him to Humantelligence, where he saw the potential to revolutionize productivity, motivation, and employee retention while making it accessible to all. With a track record of revitalizing global brands like Puma and overseeing the US division of Décathlon, Juan's expertise is unmatched. A Harvard economics graduate with an MBA from The Wharton School, Juan is committed to making work better for all and actively engages in community leadership roles.

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Employee Experience Design, with Dean E. Carter Apr 02, 2026

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Dean E. Carter about employee experience design.

Dean E. Carter, newly named CEO at Instill.ai and co-author of EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE DESIGN, has over two decades of experience as an executive officer for renowned, and Fortune50 companies, such as Patagonia and Sears, as well as a board director for private and publicly traded companies. His views on employee experience and future of work are frequently featured in global publications, podcasts, corporate events, and mainstage keynotes.

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YOUR EGO IS SHOWING, with Christie Garcia Apr 02, 2026

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Christie Garcia about her book, YOUR EGO IS SHOWING.

Christie Garcia, author of YOUR EGO IS SHOWING: How Ego Management Unlocks Authentic Confidence & Meaningful Success, is the founder and Ego Management expert at Mindful Choice. She is a seasoned leadership coach, speaker, skillful facilitator, and a distinguished contributor to Forbes Coaches Council. With a notable career spanning two decades, Garcia brings a wealth of expertise in the realms of sales, talent acquisition, leadership development, and Ego Management.

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