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Greg Derwart, Managing Director at Maryland Department of Commerce Jul 08, 2018

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Greg Derwart is a senior operations executive with over 25 years of professional experience in the private sector, government and nonprofit arenas. He serves as Managing Director for the Maryland Department of Commerce. In addition to heading up the Department’s Administration and Technology team, he is also taking a leadership role in corporate culture and customer experience, including Governor Hogan’s statewide customer service initiative. The Maryland Department of Commerce stimulates private investment and creates jobs by attracting new businesses, encouraging the expansion and retention of existing companies, and providing financial assistance to Maryland companies. The Department promotes the State's many economic advantages and markets local products and services at home and abroad to spur economic development and international investment, trade, and tourism. Podcast Highlights: Build a YES customer service mentality within your org Grow your middle managers if you want a powerful org Stay true to your strategic plan, it allows for creativity while keeping you on track Contact Greg: LinkedIn

Bill Cole, President, Pfister Energy of Baltimore Jul 05, 2018

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As a 4th generation roofing contractor, Bill has spent his life around roofing. Today I spend my time helping people see that a roof can be more than just an umbrella for their building. Commercial roofing solutions including green roofing, solar roofing, and other renewable energy technologies are available to our customers maximizing the investment they make in their roof. Podcast Highlights: Your trust in your employees leads to confidence Respect your employee's knowledge that wins them over Your employees can only bring you a problem if they have 3 solutions how to fix it There is no substitute for hard work Contact Bill: LinkedIn Pfister Cole Roofing Twitter

Arsham Mirshah, Co-Founder at WebMechanix Jul 02, 2018

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Arsham Mirshah (@arshammm) is a co-founder and managing partner of WebMechanix, (@WebMechanix) a performance-based digital marketing & advertising agency. He is the glue that keeps the creative, technical, and administrative teams aligned. Arsham has been on the cutting-edge of marketing technology for more than 10 years. Now, leading a team of over 40 online marketing professionals, Arsham enjoys executing campaigns and demonstrating ROI with concrete data. He graduated from UMBC with dual majors in Bioinformatics/Computational Biology and Computer Science. Podcast Highlights: Get a strong 2nd in command. This allows you to focus on essentials Organic growth is better than hyper growth Hire hungry people that share your values Constantly communicate company goals and values to boost team performance Contact Arsham: LinkedIn Website Twitter

Keith Walter, COO at GigStreem Jul 01, 2018

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Keith Walter is the COO of Gigstreem and he is on a mission to bring a better wireless internet infrastructure to America. He has 20+ years designing & building Wireless, Fiber, and Cellular Networks that drive innovation beyond conventional technology. Finding solutions to complex problems is what Keith was put on the planet to do. Podcast Highlights: Never sacrifice the customer experience Success in sales comes from building rapport and product knowledge Stay true to your values Contact Keith: LinkedIn Twitter Website

Brian Razzaque Founder & CMO at SocialToaster Jun 29, 2018

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Brian Razzaque (@razzaque) is the founder and inventor of SocialToaster, an enterprise marketing and engagement platform that helps organizations drive word-of-mouth website traffic using the social networks of existing supporters. SocialToaster has evolved to become one of the leading solutions in the industry and is currently being used by some of the biggest names in sports, television, film, music, publishing, education and non-profit. Podcast Highlights: Flexibility and adaptability are key elements of success Always stay true to your mission Reality check your initiatives continually Contact Brian: LinkedIn Website

Mark Greenberg, CEO at Equity Mortgage Lending Jun 27, 2018

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Mark is currently Chief Executive Officer and a founder of Equity Mortgage Lending. Mark has been with the company since 1986 and an impeccable reputation and long-term experience in the mortgage industry since his start in banking in 1980. Mark was inducted into the US Lacrosse Hall of Fame in 1998. Mark’s successes have not only been in the business world but also on the athletic field. Mark is a three-time National Champion with The Johns Hopkins Men’s Lacrosse team while he played in four National Championship Games. He is a four-time All American winning numerous individual accolades and went on to represent the USA in the World Lacrosse Championships in 1982 and 1984 again being presented with individual accolades. Podcast Highlights: Always treat people fairly Make plans for downturns, they always come Keep an eye on expenses in good times and bad Always keep pushing that's the only way to remain relevant Contact Mark: LinkedIn Website

Bill Clark, CEO, Clark Leadership Group Jun 26, 2018

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Bill is a serial entrepreneur who has founded, bought, grown and sold multiple businesses. He has experienced both thrilling successes and catastrophic failures in his professional and personal life. Now, in the final chapters of his life, Bill provides insightful and strategic business knowledge based in practical experience, gained over a lifetime. His sole focus is to help others to achieve their dreams. Bill enjoys the reputation of being a down to earth, resilient and self-aware person who is a life-long learner. His “perpetual learning mode” approach to life has allowed him to realize his own dreams of becoming an accomplished sailor and aviator, as well as an inspired leader. Podcast Highlights: Always Play UP - go for higher margins and higher prices Self-discovery is an essential activity that great leaders do Let your people fail because that is where learning is done Contact Bill: LinkedIn Website

Nick Gilson, CEO Gilson Snowboard & Ski Co. Jun 25, 2018

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Nick is Founder and CEO of Gilson (@gilsonsnow), a manufacturer of snowboards and skis located in Winfield, PA. He is a 2011 graduate of Johns Hopkins University with a degree in Earth & Planetary Sciences. He taught middle school science in Nashville, TN before launching the company out of the classroom. He has received numerous awards in innovative product development and leadership and holds several snowboard and ski patents. Gilson made Wired's "Gear of the Year" list in 2015 and in 2016 the company was named as one of Outside Magazine's favorite brands born in America. Podcast Highlights: Embrace your failures, it's never too late to course correct If retailers don't show love go directly to the end users Build a strong team and you can outthink any problem Contact Nick: LinkedIn Website

Patrick Rife, CVO + Founder at Pixilated Jun 23, 2018

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At Pixilated, Patrick (@PatrickRife) oversees business development, sales, and marketing. Prior to Pixilated, he worked for Bonsai Art, where he became Operations Manager. Patrick has managed large-scale art installations at institutions, museums, and for private collectors around the country. Before that, while pursuing a career in music, he ran his own small business focused on satellite network installation and home entertainment technologies. Patrick graduated from the University of Maryland Baltimore County with a BA in Art History. Podcast Highlights: Wait for the idea to germinate Build a relationship with your community to stay relevant Be authentic (true to yourself) Built a great culture it attracts top talent Contact Patrick: LinkedIn Website Twitter

Heather Monahan, #1 Best Selling Author of Confidence Creator Jun 21, 2018

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Heather Monahan (@_heathermonahan) started from very humble beginnings growing up in Worcester, Massachusetts. After graduating from Clark University, she began her career in sales and quickly advanced to top salesperson and Brand Manager within her first year in corporate America. Heather finished her corporate career as the Chief Revenue Officer for Beasley Broadcasting. Heather was recognized as a Glass Ceiling Award winner and as one of the Most Influential Women in radio in 2017. Currently, Heather runs her own company, Boss In Heels and is a best selling author and keynote speaker. You can check out her book on Confidence Creator on Amazon. Podcast Highlights: You own your power when you step into it Confidence is a muscle you need to strengthen it continually You are enough Contact Heather: LinkedIn Website Twitter

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