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The Podcast For Next-Level Executives & Board Of Director Candidates
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What does it take to survive market crashes, rebuild broken portfolios, and double down when everyone else walks away? In this episode, Donald Zilkha, investor, entrepreneur, and founder of Zilkha Capital Partners, unpacks 40+ years across M&A, venture capital, and constructive activist investing. He shares how he turned a failing dot-com fund into a 2x outcome, why investor psychology matters more than spreadsheets, and how collaborative (not combative) activism unlocks value in public c...
In Episode 4 of Season 2, Maureen Farmer discusses a hot topic that’s been bubbling up among leaders who are struggling with a career transition. When a deal stalls, a job offer is not extended, or when the executive recruiter ghosts you, there is a common refrain: Is it my age? Maureen dispels the myth that gets in the way of many high-performing business leaders who are in transition—after they’ve sold a business, in between corporate roles, or seeking board mandates. Time stamp...
Today we launch Episode Three of Season Two, focused on board readiness, with Alex Cho, President of Personal Systems at HP. Alex leads global teams delivering innovative computing solutions that enable work, learning, and connection in a hybrid world. Known as a purpose-driven leader, he has driven sustainable growth, award-winning design excellence, and HP’s industry-leading sustainability and digital equity initiatives. Having lived and worked across the U.S., Europe, and Asia, Alex is cur...
Today we launch Episode Two of Season Two, focused on board readiness, with Alex Cho, President of Personal Systems at HP. Alex leads global teams delivering innovative computing solutions that enable work, learning, and connection in a hybrid world. Known as a purpose-driven leader, he has driven sustainable growth, award-winning design excellence, and HP’s industry-leading sustainability and digital equity initiatives. Having lived and worked across the U.S., Europe, and Asia, Alex is curre...
Today we launch Episode One of Season Two, focused on board readiness, with Alex Cho, President of Personal Systems at HP. Alex leads global teams delivering innovative computing solutions that enable work, learning, and connection in a hybrid world. Known as a purpose-driven leader, he has driven sustainable growth, award-winning design excellence, and HP’s industry-leading sustainability and digital equity initiatives. Having lived and worked across the U.S., Europe, and Asia, Alex is curre...
We're so excited to bring you this episode with Michael Djan. We're astounded at his tremendous accomplishments in his work with celebrity creators and organizations in gaming, entertainment, lifestyle, and sport—unlocking commercial growth and building passionate and meaningful fanbases. 1:07 Free resource: Westgate Whitepaper 2:25 AI 3:50 Family offices 5:17 Automation 8:45 Partnershps: Snoop Dog & Martha Stewart 13:20 Cultural Influence 14:25 Main Event 15:27 data informed strategy 1...
In episode 87 of the podcast I speak with Stuart Newton, otherwise known as Captain Happy where we discuss the portfolio career and how it can enrich the career experience. Stuart dedicated 12.5 years to Deloitte, where he spearheaded business development for their blockchain and digital asset practice and also co-founded their wine practice. He's the co-founder of Abundant Village, a US 501(c)(3) committed to tackling poverty. Stuart actively mentors social impact entrepreneurs, guiding them...
In episode 86, I interview Bob Sheard, Co-Founder of Fresh Britain, where we discuss his work with major brands, such as Levi’s, Nike, Soloman and dozens of others. Tune in to hear Bob's perspective on the power of brand. Westgate Executive Branding Our Main Event! Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts
In Episode 85, we’re talking golf and leadership optimization. Through her Golf & Grow program, Marisa Messana proves how the game of golf can deepen team engagement both on the green and in the boardroom. Even if you don’t golf, you’ll find her customized approaches incredibly practical. Westgate Executive Branding Our Main Event! Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts
In episode 84, we talk with Chris Van Dusen, Senior Partner at Solyco Capital, about smart capital, the world of entrepreneurship, taking products to market, and the famous conference, Hampton's Tech Week. I hope you enjoy the show! 0:41 Maddie & Maureen Debrief 3:39 Who is Chris Van Dusen? 4:23 Accessing smart capital 6:51 Pre-revenue and risk-adjusted returns 8:41 Finding investors – Hamptons Tech Week Conference 9:47 Scaling human potential mapping & AI.IO: Athlete scouting &...
Welcome to episode 83 of the Get Hired Up! podcast, Mastering Game Theory in the Boardroom with Robin Dreeke. Robin is a distinguished author and retired FBI agent, and he's widely recognized for his expertise in the field of counterintelligence and behavior analysis. With an illustrious career that includes serving as the chief of the counterintelligence division's behavioral analysis program, Robin has dedicated his life to understanding human behavior and its impact on security and intelli...
Mark Heil is a registered representative of Pickwick Capital Partners. With more than 30 years of experience, Mark has been involved in the alternative assets industry and marketing, capital raising, custody, and fund administration roles. In this episode, we explore the strategies, mindsets and leadership lessons behind today's most successful executives and investors. We also go beyond the deal sheet! We're exploring the leadership disciplines, personal brand strategies and trusted ad...
This episode will be of interest to those in the venture capital world, founders, and investors, and anyone curious about that environment. We speak with Laurel Mintz, Founder of Fabric VC. We cover topics including starting a fund as a General Partner that provides capital to founders, the transition from CEO to General Partner, and how being a savvy business operator can prepare you for both a General Partner and a Founder seeking funding. We also talk about Hamptons Tech Week, a conference...
Neka Hickmon is a distinguished leader and consultant with over 21 years of experience in the technology sector, specializing in FinTech and operations process leadership. Based in Dallas, Texas, she has earned a global recognition for her expertise across five core industries, particularly in guiding financial institutions through transformation and restructuring endeavours. In this episode, Neka shares a powerful signature story regarding a bold, courageous networking strategy, AI governanc...
Episode 79 will be of specific interest to audit committees, investors, and companies, but also anyone in business today that would like to hear our guests' important work in the world of voluntary reporting on data governance, cybersecurity, and AI. Jordan Famularo is a strategist and researcher with a broad range of analytical and convening experience in the areas of sustainability, investing, AI ethics, corporate responsibility, human rights, data governance, cybersecurity, digital inclusi...
In episode 78 of the Get Hired Up podcast, I speak with Ben Gardier, founder and CEO of Linen Fresh Laundry. Over the past six years, he has acquired and operated multiple laundromats and commercial laundry facilities in the Arizona and Nevada area. We discuss raising capital and gaining the trust of investors through consistency and persistency. Ben shares his journey from CFO to independent sponsor, the challenges he faced and the lessons learned along the way. I hope you enjoy the sh...
In episode 77 of the Get Hired Up podcast, Sunil and I discuss M&A due diligence and some of the more nuanced diligence considerations for a successful venture. We discuss M&A through both a sustainability and cross cultural perspective where relationships are the key factor in a successful joint venture. I hope you enjoy the show! Westgate Executive Branding Our Main Event! Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts
In episode 76 of the Get Hired Up! Podcast, I speak with Sankeetha Selvarajah who is the Managing Attorney of ZENSEI Law P.C., a civil transactional firm located in Boston and New York. Her clients are within the cannabis, technology, real estate, food service, e-commerce sectors as well as, retail manufacturers. As a 6x Nationally awarded startup attorney, Sankeetha Selvarajah does more than create profitable exits. With almost 15 years of legal and business consulting experience, she...
In Episode 75, I'm joined by Anna Stylianou to discuss anti-financial crime and anti-money laundering topics, regulation, and compliance. Additionally, we talk a little bit about hacking, cyber security, and credential control. Anna is an expert in anti-money laundering, compliance and financial crime risk management, having long term experience of working in regulated financial institutions. Over her career, Anna has worked in traditional banking, the investment industry, as well as with re...
In this episode of the Get Hired Up podcast, I speak with Dr. Aamir A. Rehman, Chairman of Innate Capital Partners. What is most inspiring about Dr. Rehman is his values aligned approach with customers in what he calls values aligned investments. I hope you enjoy the show! Westgate Executive Branding Our Main Event! Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts
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