The Robert D. Walter Center for Strategic Leadership presents The Leader Lounge: Master your niche, Lead the way!
The Leader Lounge podcast is for the curious and empowered leader, seasoned or novice, who is committed to being their best self and connect with other like-minded individuals as they strategically lead people, manage processes identify solutions and have fun. Our mission is in line with the Master of Science in Management program that allows students to combine unique technical specializations and learn management and leadership skills to propel them in their careers. The podcast currently interviews students, professors and industry leaders involved with the Robert D. Walter Center for Strategic Leadership, College of Business Graduate Programs and OHIO University. The audience is current and prospective students and our goal is to build belonging and relationships between one another, alumni, faculty.
The Leader Lounge is brought to you by the Robert D. Walter Center for Strategic Leadership | Ohio University
Episodes
31 episodes
Ohio University Provost Donald J. Leo: Season Finale
Join us during the season finale, where we are lucky to connect with Provost Donald Leo of Ohio University. During this episode, Dr. Amy Taylor Bianco discusses Don's unique leadership journey, engineering, and the board game Clue! Stay tuned f...
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The Symphony of Leadership: Monique Cooper's Journey
In this episode of the Leader Lounge podcast, host Dr. Amy Taylor-Bianco engages with Monique Cooper, a multifaceted leader with a rich background in music, theater, and organizational management. They explore Monique's early leadership experie...
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Leader Lounge Features: Jill Nice and Andrew Pueschel
In this episode of the Leader Lounge podcast, host Amy Taylor-Bianco engages with guests Jill Nice and Andrew Pueschel from Ohio University. They share their personal journeys to the university, emphasizing the importance of community, mentorsh...
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Setting Boundaries: A Gift to Others with Dimple Dhabalia
In this conversation, Dimple Dhbalia discusses the complexities of empathy, the importance of setting boundaries, and the impact of vicarious trauma on individuals in service-oriented professions. She emphasizes the need for self-care practices...
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MSM Success Stories: The Paths of Jess Lorenz and Connor Thomas
Jess and Connor discussed their experiences and motivations for pursuing an MSM degree at Ohio University. They shared their personal stories and highlighted the transferable skills they learned in the program. They discussed how the program he...
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Navigating Personal Bias and Seizing Opportunities: An Interview with Danielle Werner
In this engaging conversation, Amy Taylor-Bianco and Nick Winnenberg interview Danielle Johnson Werner, COO of Penn Medicine, exploring her journey from Ohio University to a leadership role in healthcare. They discuss the importance of mentorsh...
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From Ohio University to Aviation Executive and Novelist René Banglesdorf
In this episode of the Leader Lounge podcast, hosts Nick Winnenberg and Dr. Amy Taylor-Bianco sit down with leadership expert and author René Banglesdorf store to discuss her inspiring leadership journey. Rene shares how her leadership potentia...
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Nate Schisler's Path from Rural Ohio to Recommerce Entrepreneur
This episode features an interview with Nate Schisler, founder and CEO of recommerce company Maven Circular. Nate shares his upbringing in rural Southeast Ohio and how experiences like working in his family's firewood business instilled a stron...
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The Journey Within: Finding Your True North Through Self-Awareness
In this episode, Solomon shares his journey through the MSM program at High University and the impact it has had on his leadership development and self-awareness. He discusses key mentors like Dr. B and Tammy Reynolds who helped him recognize t...
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A Journey of Growth and Opportunity: Kay's Story of Pursuing Education and Career Goals
This episode features an interview with Kay, an MSM student graduating from Ohio University who shares their journey from Thailand to the United States and career at Amazon. Kay discusses overcoming language barriers, pursuing different educati...
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A Leadership Journey from Global News to Local Communities with Eli Flournoy
This episode features Eli Flournoy sharing his leadership journey from a 25-year career at CNN to his current work supporting local news organizations. Listeners will learn about the mentoring culture at CNN that drove their success in internat...
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Personalized Learning Journeys: Terry's in the MSM Program
This episode of the Lear Lounge podcast features interviews with students in the MSM program at Ohio University, discussing their diverse educational backgrounds and experiences in the personalized master's program. Student Terry shares how the...
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Mahmud Shares His Story of Risk-Taking and Pursuing Dreams in Sports
This episode features Mahmud Oluwalose, a graduate student from Nigeria pursuing a career in sports administration. Mahmud shares his inspiring story of taking risks to advance his education and career, from studying microbiology in undergrad i...
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A Conversation with Tracy Corrigan and Elizabeth Guarino: Career Services and Community at Ohio University
Dr. Amy Taylor Bianco and Nick Winnenberg sit down with Tracy Corrigan, Associate Director of Alumni Success, and Elizabeth Guarino, Associate Director Career Services and Engagement at Ohio University. They discuss what drew them back to OU, t...
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Jim Strodes' Leadership Journey: From Small Town Sports to Higher Education Administration
This episode of the Leader Lounge features Jim Strode, Associate Dean at Ohio University College of Business. Jim shares his journey from growing up in a small Wisconsin town to pursuing roles in collegiate athletics and sports administration. ...
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Ashley Metcalf: Reflections on Leadership from Manufacturing to Executive Education
This episode features Dr. Ashley Metcalf, Director of Executive Education at Ohio University's College of Business. Dr. Metcalf shares their journey from growing up with entrepreneurial parents and a military background, to working as a night s...
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Leadership Lessons from Tim and Tammy Reynolds: Building Programs and Impacting Students at Ohio University
This episode features an interview with Tim and Tammy Reynolds, who have had a profound impact on leadership development at Ohio University over the past decade. Tim was the founding executive director of the Robert D. Walters Center for Strate...
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A Leader On and Off the Field: Kurt Danneker’s Journey to Success Through Sports, Academics and Leadership
This episode of the Leader Lounge features an interview with Ohio University football star and MSM student Kurt Danneker. Dr. Amy Taylor and Nick Winnenberg discuss Kurt's journey from high school recruit to college standout, and how he has man...
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A Legacy of Leadership: Betsy Lancaster Honoring Ray Lancaster through Speaker Series
In this episode of the Leader Lounge, hosts Dr. Amy Taylor and Nick Winnenberg sit down with Betsy Lancaster to discuss the impactful legacy of her late husband Ray and the Lancaster Speaker Series at Ohio University. Betsy shares her love stor...
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Understanding Contextual Intelligence with Dr. Matt Kutz
In this episode of the Leader Lounge podcast, host Dr. Amy Taylor Bianco is joined by guest Dr. Kutz to discuss the framework of contextual intelligence. Dr. Kutzexplains how contextual intelligence involves diagnosing your environment in real ...
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26:53
Exploring Emotional Intelligence and Leadership with Dr. Janna Chimeli: Navigating Bias, Decision Making, and Growth
Welcome to "The Leader Lounge," where we dive deep into the realm of emotional intelligence and impactful leadership with the accomplished Dr. Janna Chimeli. Join us as she unravels the complexities of bias, decision-making, and personal growth...
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From Music to Management with Dr. Gabe Giordano
Join Dr. Amy Taylor Bianco and special guest Dr. Gabe Giordano on this episode of Leader Lounge as they delve into the world of leadership, personal growth, and transformation. Dr. Giordano shares his unique journey from his passion for music t...
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How an MSM Degree Led to Albert's Career Advancement and Personal Growth
In this episode of the Leader Lounge podcast, host Nick Winnenberg and Dr. B interview MSM alumnus Albert Calo about his experience in the Masters of Science in Management program. Albert shares how the MSM curriculum directly impacted his care...
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Exploring Interdisciplinary Learning and Personal Growth with Dr. Ana Rosado Feger
Welcome to another captivating episode of The Leader Lounge, where Dr. Amy Taylor Bianco engages in a fascinating discussion with special guest Dr. Ana Rosado Feger. Together, they delve into the realm of interdisciplinary education and individ...
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Navigating Academic Leadership: A conversation with Dean Jackie Rees Ulmer
In this episode of The Leader Lounge, Dr. Amy Taylor Bianco engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Dean Jackie Rees Ulmer, the esteemed Dean of OHIO’s College of Business. Set against the backdrop of a picturesque morning on campus, the...
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