The Adaptive Executive podcast host, Greg Ballard is based in Northern Virginia. Greg has 25+ years of extensive experience in management and leadership development for start-ups, corporate, entrepreneurial, and faith-based enterprises. 5C Consulting works with a diverse set of clients ranging from mid-size tech companies, large government agencies, military, and non-profits to radically improve strategic investments and organizational performance. Greg has led and managed over 300+ business ...
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Host: Greg Ballard, Founder, 5C Consulting Guest: Loreta Tarozaite, Strategic Communications Consultant and Founder of Loretta Today Description: In this episode of "The Adaptive Executive Podcast," Greg Ballard sits down with Loreta Tarozaite to delve into the world of marketing communications, specifically tailored for growth-stage technology com…
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Guest: Todd Wilkins, a seasoned executive with extensive experience leading product teams in startups Discussion Points: Background and Career Journey: Todd shares his transition from computer science to leadership roles, emphasizing his interest in user experience, sociology, and supporting small to medium businesses. Working with Founders: Adapta…
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The Neuroscience of Decision-Making: Ethics and Elections with Michelle Nigella, PhD | Ep 43.
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Podcast Summary: Topic: The podcast discusses behavioral neuroscience, focusing on implicit biases and their influence on consumer and political decision-making. Key areas include how these biases affect voting behavior, market research, and ethical considerations in using neuroscience in marketing and political campaigns. Guests: - Michelle Nigell…
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Summary: In this episode of The Adaptive Executive, host Greg Ballard interviews Dr. Michelle Niedziela, a behavioral neuroscientist and consumer research expert. They discuss how companies can stay adaptive by conducting effective research studies and using data to understand consumer perceptions and behavior. Dr. Niedziela shares insights on the …
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Summary: In this episode of The Adaptive Executive, host Greg Ballard interviews Candice Denise Owens, a mindfulness and self-care expert. Candice shares her journey from event planning to helping people manage stress and avoid burnout. She discusses the importance of work-life harmony, morning and evening routines, and practical strategies for inc…
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Disaster management expert Patrick Hardy shares insights on creating a culture of preparedness in small businesses. Learn how empowering employees at all levels can lead to more effective disaster response and adaptability in everyday operations. Key Topics: - Patrick's journey into disaster management - The importance of empowerment in disaster pr…
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Episode Summary: Sharon is an experienced M&A advisor who founded her firm sbLiftoff to serve small and medium sized businesses, an underserved sector critical to the economy. She recently published the book "LIFT OFF: 12 Things to Know Before Selling Your Business" to educate business owners on the M&A process. It aims to take some fear out of the…
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In this extended episode, I spoke with Shawna Pelton, a transformational leadership expert, about navigating change and bringing out the best in people. We discussed the obstacles that hold back individuals and organizations from reaching their full potential and how to create psychologically safe environments. Shawna shared insights on embodying v…
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Exposing Toxic Leadership from the Inside - My Journey as a Whistleblower with Gordon Graham
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In this episode, Greg speaks with Gordon Graham, author of "The Intrepid Brotherhood: Public Power, Corruption, and Whistleblowing." Gordon shares his experience as an IT professional at a public utility who witnessed unethical and toxic leadership practices. When he tried to speak up, he faced retaliation and was forced to become a whistleblower. …
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In this episode of "The Adaptive Executive," host Greg Ballard interviews Danielle Hughes, the Chief Personality Officer of More Than Words Marketing. Danielle shares her background and journey into marketing and copywriting. She emphasizes the importance of incorporating one's personality into their brand messaging and copywriting. By doing so, in…
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with the Former Director of Colorado's Transit and Rail, Amber Blake. 🎙️ Episode 35: "Building Trust and Inspiring Teams: Unveiling the Secrets of Effective Leadership"🚀 In this episode of "The Adaptive Executive," our host, Greg Ballard, sits down with Amber Blake, the founder of Amber Blake Consulting, to delve into…
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Greg Ballard interviews Deborah Fell, Managing Partner at Chief Outsiders, about leading fractional executives. Deborah shares how Chief Outsiders provides growth consulting by deploying part-time CMOs and CSOs into client companies. She discusses the high bar for talent and the experience required to be adaptable across companies and industries. K…
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with the General Manager of Gap Wireless, Glenn Poulos. Glenn Poulos is the co-founder, Vice President, and General Manager of Gap Wireless Inc., a leading product and service distributor for the mobile broadband and wireless markets. With over three decades of experience in sales, he has spent thousands of hours in t…
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with the CRO of Tegrita, Rolly Keenan. Tegrita is a marketing automation and strategy consultancy that focuses on providing scalable, flexible, and manageable marketing. They work with your team to increase your success with fewer resources. Their team of consultants stays on top of pivotal changes in the martech land…
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with the CEO of Emerge, Jonathon Hensley. Emerge works with clients to transform business strategies, user needs, and new technologies into valuable products and experiences. Jonathon Hensley is also the author of "Alignment", a book teaching business owners how to create a successful alignment with their team and org…
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with the CEO and Managing Partner of Nature's Warehouse, Daniel Laudon. Nature's Warehouse is dedicated to promoting natural, home-grown health. They specialize in providing resources for anyone who may want to make their own informed decisions about their health and the health of their families. Nature’s Warehouse is…
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Craig Group Partner, Libby Covington. Craig Group is a number focused marketing firm specializing in marketing strategy and media execution. They combine a digital-first approach with real-world expertise, flexing to fit your unique needs and help you achieve your goals. To learn more about the Craig Group's work…
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Founder, President, and CEO of YKMD, Yanique DaCosta. YKMD sources graphic designers from around the world to create dynamic graphics that stand out in the most crowded marketplaces. The attention that these designs gain generates a client base that aligns with your ideals and trust in your designs. To learn more…
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with the founder in residence of Pilot, Gillian O'brien. Pilot offers the best bookkeeping, tax, and CFO services for growing businesses. As founder in residence, Gillian works with founders and accelerators to scale up startup programs among other initiatives. To learn more about Gillian's work click here. To get 20%…
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with co-founder and CEO of OP2 Labs, Alexander Kunz. OP2 Labs is an innovative protein brand that has worked with some of the top scientists, researchers, and medical professionals to develop the most powerful formulations in the world. They have two brands, ProT Gold Liquid Protein, which is used in multiple medical …
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Your host, Greg Ballard talks with the COO of QualSights, Courtney Williams. QualSights is an insights technology platform that provides brands, agencies and consulting firms the ability to generate deeper and more authentic insights from consumers anywhere in the world, in a dramatically faster and cost-effective way. To learn more about Courtney'…
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Tel Ganesan, Managing Director of Kyyba. Kyyba hires talented employees to work in specialized industries. Kyyba also delivers high quality resources and real world concepts enabling clients to respond to organizational and technological changes. To learn more about Tel's work, visit https://kyyba.com/industries/…
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Sri Chellappa, President and Co-Founder of Engagedly. Engagedly is about people and strategy, performance management and employee engagement for a high performing workplace. To learn more about Sri's work, visit https://www.engagedly.com If you'd like to be a guest on The Adaptive Executive, click HERE…
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Jenny Derfler CEO and Founder of Air Doctor. Air Doctor connect travelers worldwide to private doctors anywhere on the globe. To learn more about Jenny's work, visit https://www.air-dr.com If you'd like to be a guest on The Adaptive Executive, click HEREPor Greg Ballard
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Brian Weaver of Torch.AI torch.ai is an AI platform that unlocks human potential. They build AI that makes data easier to use with their specialized software to make humans and machines more productive. To learn more about Brian Weaver and his team at Torch AI work, visit https://torch.ai/ If you'd like to be a g…
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