Tampa CEO Forum

Jim Muehlhausen is the author of The 51 Fatal Business Errors: And How to Avoid Them, a book Kurt highly recommends as a go-to resource guide for leaders of organizations. Kurt and Jim discuss how Jim came to write the book, what the book does for business owners, and, for those who want face-to-face help, how belonging to a CEO peer group can support your small business or nonprofit organization. Key Takeaways: [2:09] Jim started as a business owner and a consultant. He learned slow,...

Will Joseph is one of the Founders of CO.STARTERS, a network of business startup communities based in Tennessee. Prior to CO.STARTERS, he was involved with creating employment training programs and operational systems for some large restaurant chains, and he has also worked in the nonprofit sector, as well as starting his own diaper service company. Kurt and Will discuss Will’s personal journey, the values he shares through CO.STARTERS, how CO.STARTERS works in the community and helps...

Cathy Skinner is the Founder and CEO of Thrivors, a company that empowers cancer survivors through various healthy programs that include exercise, diet, community support, and much more. Cathy is a master teacher for American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), and she authored The Art of Well's Introduction to Exercise for Cancer Recovery(TM). She also teaches classes, and is a frequent speaker at conferences and support groups. Kurt and Cathy discuss the growth of Thrivors, from startup to...

Michael Parise was a Catholic priest for over 32 years, serving as a pastor, spiritual director, pastoral counselor, teacher, mentor, healer, and also a published author, and artist. Michael is currently a Life & Spirit Coach certified in spiritual direction, stress reduction, and trauma recovery. Michael specializes in helping executives and professionals drowning in personal responsibilities. Michael helps them take charge of their priorities, and simplify their lives, so they have more...

Hasan Al-Khoor is a Co-Founder of Simo Juice. Hasan and Kurt met at an Innovation Summit in Tampa, and Kurt was impressed enough to have him on the podcast for the listeners’ benefit. Hasan is a graduate of the University of Tampa, and majored in Entrepreneurship. Kurt and Hasan discuss the origins of Simo Juice, their mission and vision, and how they are working towards their goals. Listen in for sound advice for entrepreneurs and growing businesses! Key Takeaways: [1:51] Hasan speaks...

R. Shawn McBride is the Founder and Managing Member of the R. Shawn McBride Law Firm, which concentrates on helping small and mid-size businesses protect their assets, to thrive in all business situations, and ultimately, to reach their desired outcomes. He provides highly-personalized service and education to his clients, so that they understand the law and make sound decisions on legal matters affecting their business. Shawn is a return guest on the Tampa CEO Forum podcast. In this...

R. Shawn McBride is the Founder and Managing Member of the R. Shawn McBride Law Firm, which concentrates on helping small and mid-size businesses protect their assets, to thrive in all business situations, and ultimately, to reach their desired outcomes. He provides highly-personalized service and education to his clients, so that they understand the law and make sound decisions on legal matters affecting their business. Shawn and Kurt are also members of the Tampa Bay Business Owners’...

Gordon Firemark is an entertainment, media and intellectual property attorney, in Los Angeles, California, where he works with creatives, and businesses in the fields of theater, film, television, and new media. He counts among his clients several houses of worship and other charitable organizations, as well as more traditional businesses that feature live performances, as well as film producers, production companies, writers, directors, actors, and so forth. Gordon blogs about entertainment...

R. Shawn McBride is the Founder and Managing Member of the R. Shawn McBride Law Firm, which concentrates on helping small and mid-size businesses protect their assets, to thrive in all business situations, and ultimately, to reach their desired outcomes. He provides highly-personalized service and education to his clients, so that they understand the law and make sound decisions on legal matters affecting their business. These are among his highest priorities, in addition to just being a...

Dan DeLange is a professional orchestrator who has completed many successful projects for the Jim Henson Company, Julie Andrews, Rosie O’Donnell, Paul Williams, and many others. His scores have been heard on Broadway, London’s West End, national and European tours, film, television, and at distinguished regional theatres, including Goodspeed Musicals. Dan is a graduate of the Interlochen Arts Academy, and the Oberlin Conservatory of Music. Dan joins Kurt Glacy in this episode of the Tampa...

Susan Lane, Executive Director of Clinical Operations for a large healthcare organization in the New England area, joins Kurt Glacy in this episode of the Tampa CEO Forum Podcast. Susan has been the president of a high-tech consulting company that Kurt consulted for, and Susan and Kurt have worked together at the healthcare organization. Listen in as Susan and Kurt discuss a number of topics, including IT project management, personnel management and visioning, and how your organization can...

Efrain Rodriguez of BizCentral USA, based in Orlando, Florida, joins Kurt Glacy in this episode of the Tampa CEO Forum Podcast. Besides being an Armed Forces veteran, Efrain has also had some great experiences leading divisions of very large organizations. He understands business very well, from soup to nuts, and his calling has been to help nonprofits, and for-profit businesses to organize and thrive in their operations. Efrain and his team at BizCentral USA, take away a lot of that...

Kelly Hamm, Managing Principal Consultant of Billmeyer Hamm Consulting, based in Bradenton, Florida, joins Kurt Glacy for the fourth and final time, in this episode of the Tampa CEO Forum Podcast. Kelly has extensive experience as an HR strategic business partner, HR director, organizational design consultant, and also as a thought leader focused on implementing workforce strategies, culture and change management, talent optimization, and much more. Listen in as Kelly and Kurt discuss topics...

Kelly Hamm, Managing Principal Consultant of Billmeyer Hamm Consulting, based in Bradenton, Florida, joins Kurt Glacy for the third time, in this episode of the Tampa CEO Forum Podcast. Kelly has extensive experience as an HR strategic business partner, HR director, organizational design consultant, and also as a thought leader focused on implementing workforce strategies, culture and change management, talent optimization, and so much more. Listen in as Kelly and Kurt discuss topics...

Kelly Hamm, Managing Principal Consultant of Billmeyer Hamm Consulting, based in Bradenton, Florida, joins Kurt Glacy for the second time, in this episode of the Tampa CEO Forum Podcast. Kelly has extensive experience as an HR strategic business partner, HR director, organizational design consultant, and also as a thought leader focused on implementing workforce strategies, culture and change management, talent optimization, and so much more. Listen in as Kelly and Kurt discuss topics...

Kelly Hamm, Managing Principal Consultant of Billmeyer Hamm Consulting, based in Bradenton, Florida, joins Kurt Glacy in this episode of the Tampa CEO Forum Podcast. Kelly has extensive experience as an HR strategic business partner, HR director, organizational design consultant, and also as a thought leader focused on implementing workforce strategies, culture and change management, talent optimization, and much more. Listen in as Kelly and Kurt discuss topics including the meaning of...

Dawson Hicks of Sentinel Background Checks, based in Brandon, Florida, joins Kurt Glacy in this episode of the Tampa CEO Forum Podcast. Dawson began his career in construction management, then transitioned to the background screening industry. He is now the Vice President of Client Services at Sentinel Background Checks. He is deeply involved with the industry, and has obtained the NAPBS FCRA Advanced Certification. Listen in as Dawson and Kurt discuss topics including the kinds of...

Ellen Pinchuk, Deputy CEO of Mikhailov & Partners, joins Kurt Glacy in this episode of the Tampa CEO Forum Podcast. Ellen manages development and implementation of programs for the positioning of Russian companies, with Mikhailov & Partners, the largest communication consultancy in Russia and eastern Europe. Listen in as Ellen and Kurt discuss how small businesses and organizations can reach out to their communities and build a reputation for their business. Key Takeaways: [1:48] What...

Ellen Pinchuk, Deputy CEO of Mikhailov & Partners, joins host Kurt Glacy in this episode of the Tampa CEO Forum Podcast. Ellen manages development and implementation of programs for the positioning of Russian companies, with Mikhailov and Partners, the largest communication consultancy in Russia and eastern Europe. Listen in as Ellen and Kurt discuss the importance of establishing a relationship with business customers. Key Takeaways: [3:16] What is the difference between public...

In this episode, Kurt Glacy is joined by Kelly Hamm, the founder and principal consultant at Bill Meyer Hamm Consulting. Kelly has over 25 years of experience as an HR strategic business partner, HR director, executive leader coach, organizational design consultant, and innovative thought leader focused on implementing workforce strategies. Listen as Kurt and Kelly talk strategy for improving workplace culture. Key Takeaways: [1:21] Kurt introduces this week’s guest, Kelly Hamm. [3:17]...