Episodes
97: Why Web3 and Community Go Together with Brian Piper
In this episode, Dan connects with seasoned content marketer, communicator, search engine optimization (SEO) expert, author, strategist, and Web3 speaker . Dan and Brian sit down to chat about the basics of Web3 and why it’s the next step in …
96: How Intention Makes Long-Lasting Connections with Adrian Sasine
In this episode, Dan connects with one of the leaders of , a lifelong learner, marketing expert, entrepreneur, and self-proclaimed “business mechanic,” . Dan and Adrian discuss intentionality and purpose in the professional sphere. Adrian...
95: How Connections Fuel Customer Experience (CX) with Richard Shapiro
In this episode, Dan connects with a true architect of modern Customer Experience (CX) and a man who can claim more than most to be a relationship innovator, the founder and CEO of (TCFCR), . A former VP of Customer …
94: Why Culture is at the Center of Business with Desh Urs
In this episode, Dan connects with business builder, data scientist, tech industry leader, and co-founder and CEO to dive into leadership, data transformation, company culture, and the internet’s influence on understanding and utilizing data....
93: How Email Helps Brands Be More Human with Christina Hagopian
In this episode, Dan connects with creative director, entrepreneur, designer, and founder of , . With about two decades of experience in advertising and marketing, Christina is a well-versed strategist who built her own agency with collaboration and...
92: Being a Connection Champion is Good for Business with Karena Bell
In this episode, Dan connects with IT project manager-turned-entrepreneur, Chief Connector of the Charleston chapter of , and CEO of , . Dan and Karena discuss how her journey through a male-dominated field led her to understand the significance of...
91: When A Lifelong Connector Becomes a Recruiter with Melissa Latham
In this episode, Dan connects with retail management expert, c-suite mentor, and founder of , . Spending over three decades in retail, Melissa has seen and done everything from being a sales associate to becoming the retail vice president for …
090: Forging Meaning and Finding Purpose with James Benton
In the episode, Dan connects with US Army veteran, logistics expert, and creator of , . As the name suggests, Jim is deeply concerned about meaning – and he’s on a mission to help others use their experiences to forge …
089: Integrity in the Face of Intimidation with Lisa Bowman
In this episode, Dan connects with award-winning marketer, public speaker and chair of the ’s ethics committee, Lisa Bowman. In 2020, Lisa’s tenure as United Way’s Chief Marketing Officer ended after she endured years of retaliation for...
088: Conversation Can Repair Your Elevator Pitch with Mike Verret
In this episode, Dan connects with marketing veteran, branding pro and official elevator pitch repairman . In Mike’s nearly three-decade career, he’s done everything from client service to product strategy to global brand management at Hasbro. The...
087: Mindset is a Muscle with Luke Harlan
In this episode, Dan connects with transformational coach and mindset master . A former marketing executive, it took Luke a long time to give himself permission to be happy and successful. His journey towards self-transformation started with...
086: Taking Storytelling to New Levels with Adam Hertzog
In this episode, Dan connects with storyteller, media insider, creative entrepreneur, and fellow Penn Quaker, . A cable TV sports and entertainment trailblazer whose career began as a production assistant at ESPN in the 90s and led to nearly three...
085: Less Marketing, More Conversations with Brooke Sellas
In this episode, Dan connects with social media marketing leader, speaker, entrepreneur, advocate, customer service guru, and author, , to dig into the power of conversation for marketers and brands alike. As the founder and CEO of , Brooke is...
084: Lifelong Learning and the Relationship Mindset with Jon Keel
In this episode, Dan connects with a man who is the epitome of lifelong learning and reinvention. A one-time CEO who admits that despite great career success, he misplaced his integrity many years ago, rediscovered what matters in life and …
083: Self-Discovery Doesn't Come in a Package with Brad Levin
In this episode, Dan sits down with sales expert, entrepreneur, packaging innovator, and now Chief Connector of the Long Island chapter of , . You might think the conversation would revolve around packaging, but--spoiler alert--it doesn't. While they...
082: Depth Over Volume: Succeeding on LinkedIn with Richard Moore
In this episode, Dan connects with UK-based entrepreneur, speaker, educator, trainer, and LinkedIn expert . As the founder of the and head of growth for , Richard has helped hundreds of consultants, possibly thousands, to get clients on LinkedIn. And...
081: Reinvention Mindset with Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva
In this episode, Dan can barely contain his excitement as he connects with author, educator, entrepreneur, TED talker, and reinvention guru . As the author of and founder of , Nadya has devoted her professional life to gaining a deeper …
080: The Thrive Architect with Dr. Susan Lovelle
In this episode, Dan connects with physician, lifestyle medicine practitioner, and wellness expert, the Thrive Architect, . A former ballerina at the Dance Theatre of Harlem, Dr. Susan left ballet for Columbia med school and became a plastic surgeon....
079: Make It Don't Fake It with Sabrina Horn
In this episode, Dan has the privilege of connecting with award-winning CEO, leader, business builder, PR industry innovator and now best-selling author, . One of the youngest CEOs of her time and certainly a trailblazer for women in tech, Sabrina...
078: Fixing Brokenness to Build Purpose with Michael Lang
In this episode, Dan connects with investor, turnaround expert, entrepreneur, and healthcare leader, . Mike built a successful career in healthcare by turning around struggling business units for companies like GE and McKesson. Now as founder and CEO...
077: Why You Need a Career Toolkit with Mark Herschberg
In this episode, Dan connects with MIT-educated CTO, educator, cybersecurity expert, and author to discuss how to achieve career success. They dig into Mark's terrific book, , and share insightful and practical advice you can implement immediately....
076: The Creator is a Learner with Henry Schneider
In this episode, Dan connects with video producer, marketer, entrepreneur, and all-around creative soul . Henry runs his own video production outfit, , and it turns out it's an apt name: by following the metaphorical windows that have opened to …
075: Be a Curiosity Magnet with Lee Kim
In this episode, Dan connects with human-centered problem solver, design thinker, LEGO Serious Play facilitator and creator of the Wearable Tracy pipe cleaner headdress, . Lee has designed and worn intricate hats or crowns made of pipe cleaners every...
074: Defeat the Nonsense with Rob Turley
In this episode, Dan talks with , co-CEO of , and a man on a very humble mission: to democratize advanced artificial intelligence. Why? Because it's time to end the nonsense caused by poor, irrelevant targeting and misdirected automation. Rob …