Scale Like a CEO
Join host Justin Reinert as he sits down with founders who’ve navigated the jump from do-it-all entrepreneur to strategic CEO. Each episode uncovers the key milestones, hard-won insights, and practical tactics you need to build a high-performing leadership team, overcome decision fatigue, and scale your business with confidence. Tune in weekly for quick, actionable conversations designed to accelerate your path to CEO mastery.
Episodes
15 episodes
Leadership, AI, and Building High-Performing Teams with Rich Cannon
What does it really take to build genuinely connected teams in today's technology-driven world? Rich Cannon brings extraordinary perspective as someone who's lived in all three worlds of business leadership—founder, senior executive at Microsof...
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Episode 15
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19:08
Overcoming Challenges in International Business Expansion with Matt DiMarsico
Matt DeMarcico drops a startling statistic right out of the gate: more than 80% of companies attempting international expansion fail because they don't adequately understand the markets they're entering. As a veteran with 25 years of experience...
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Episode 14
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19:02
From Vision to Reality: Building a 20-Year Business Blueprint
Twenty years ago, Keith Schoolcraft sketched out an organizational chart for his fledgling IT services company. Taking a Friday afternoon to map his vision for A Couple of Gurus, he created a blueprint for what he wanted the business to become ...
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Episode 13
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25:49
Continuous Improvement & Leadership Insights with John Papazian - Scale Like a CEO
What makes a leader truly effective in today's complex business landscape? For John Papazian, Chief Business Officer at InnerSources Inc., the answer lies in approaching management as a coaching opportunity rather than a series of transactions....
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Episode 12
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15:50
Scaling Values Driven Leadership with Arun Vellanki
What does it take to build a team that thrives through industry shifts and global disruptions? Arun Vellanki, founder of CloudBridge Solutions, shares his remarkable journey from Boston startup to multinational operation with powerful insights ...
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Episode 11
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10:54
Balancing AI Ambitions and Realities with Johann Beukes | Scale Like a CEO
In this episode of Scale Like a CEO, host Justin welcomes Johann Beukes—a fractional CTO with over 15 years of experience in AI and data science. Johann shares his journey from software development to solving complex AI challenges for both star...
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Episode 9
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21:11
From Employee to Serial Entrepreneur: Nick Schutt's Journey
What does it take to run not just one, but multiple successful businesses simultaneously? Nick Schutt candidly reveals the driving force behind his entrepreneurial journey: "I got into entrepreneurship because I'm a terrible employee." This ref...
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Episode 8
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18:40
Scaling Business and Health: Insightful Conversation with Michael Critelli
In this episode of Scale Like a CEO, host Justin welcomes Michael Critelli, an influential leader with a diverse career spanning law, health, transportation, and more. Michael discusses the critical role of reducing stress for better health out...
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Episode 7
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29:35
Leveraging AI for Business Growth: Jason Doudt's Journey and Insights
Welcome to 'Scale Like a CEO!' In this episode, we explore the intersection of technology, leadership, and innovation with Jason Doudt—Navy veteran and CEO of Quantify 360 Solutions. Jason discusses his journey from the Midwest to the Pacific N...
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Episode 6
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19:27
Scaling Your Startup: Insights with Garrett Grajeck, The Identity Guy
Welcome to 'Scale Like a CEO'! In this episode, industry veteran Garrett Grajeck, known as 'The Identity Guy,' shares his extensive experience in cybersecurity, identity governance, and startup innovation. Garrett discusses the importance of hi...
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Episode 5
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14:36
Scaling Cybersecurity Staffing with Peter Schawacker: A Reluctant CEO's Journey
Join us on 'Scale Like a CEO' as we delve into the world of cybersecurity staffing with Peter Schawacker, founder of Nearshore Cyber. Peter discusses his transition from a seasoned cybersecurity practitioner to a 'reluctant CEO' and the challen...
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Episode 5
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19:35
Scaling Success with Empathy: Building Businesses and Connections with Babar
In this episode of 'Scale Like a CEO,' we delve into the importance of true connections, both personal and professional, with our guest Babar. A dynamic entrepreneur, Babar has built multiple successful ventures and now focuses on mentoring and...
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Episode 4
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20:24
Building Generosity-Driven Businesses: Interview with Daryl Hatton, CEO of Connection Point
In this episode of 'Scale Like a CEO,' Justin welcomes Daryl Hatton, founder and CEO of Connection Point, to discuss innovative entrepreneurship, the power of generosity in business, and building successful teams. Daryl shares insights into his...
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Episode 3
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24:18
From Founder to Team Builder: Leadership Insights with Sarah Choudhary
Join us on the Scale Like a CEO Podcast as we dive into the entrepreneurial journey of Sarah Choudhary, founder of ICE Innovations. Discover how she is revolutionizing industries with her human-centered approach to technology and business. This...
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Episode 2
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14:41
Building Success with People-First Leadership with Phil Portman
Overcoming Challenges to Build a Successful Business with Phil Portman | Scale Like a CEO PodcastJoin host Justin Reinert on this episode of Scale Like a CEO as he welcomes Phil Portman, the founder and CEO of Textdrip. Phil shares his ...
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Episode 1
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