On this episode of Hiring for Good, we sit down with Josh Carter, co‑founder of Upstart Collective, to explore a winding leadership journey shaped by entrepreneurship, community-building, and mission‑driven values. From startups and accelerators to hiring for potential over pedigree, Josh shares candid insights on building inclusive teams, rethinking founder support, and leading with purpose, […]
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If you care about leadership rooted in character, community, and real-world experience, this episode is worth your time. Josh Johnston shares an honest look at building and sustaining values-driven businesses in one of the toughest industries out there. From bartender to president of a multi-concept restaurant group, he speaks candidly about leadership mistakes, hiring for
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This episode of Hiring for Good is a masterclass in leadership, resilience, and purpose-driven career-building, told through the extraordinary life story of Valdez Bravo, a public servant whose journey spans the military, the VA, and county-level healthcare leadership. I don’t come to work for people to work for me — I work for them. My
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This episode shares Farrah Burke’s inspiring journey from big tech to local leadership, highlighting her honest reflections on career change, work-life balance, and the power of authenticity. Listeners will gain practical insights on navigating transitions, building strong teams, and embracing kindness as a leadership strength. It’s a relatable and uplifting conversation for anyone seeking real-world
This episode of Hiring for Good offers a rare, authentic look into the journey of Randy Reed, a leader who has navigated the worlds of high-tech, medical devices, and executive leadership with humility, adaptability, and a deep commitment to people. Randy shares candid stories from his career, including taking a company public, leading major acquisitions,
Hart Williams, founder and CEO of Cloud Capital, shares his entrepreneurial journey from advertising sales to founding a financial services firm tailored to high-growth tech employees and entrepreneurs. He discusses the importance of research, client focus, and building a sustainable, scalable company culture. “Hiring for good is bringing talent in, developing them, making them smarter
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This episode of Hiring for Good offers an authentic look into the journey of Shannon Berg, founder and CEO of Berg Associates, a leader in crisis communications and issue management. Listeners will be inspired by Shannon’s candid storytelling about formative experiences, from her first job on a Michigan farm to leading high-stakes crisis responses for
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In this powerful episode of Hiring for Good, host Tanis Morris sits down with physician executive Dr. Tanya Liuliani Stewart for a deeply human conversation about leadership, values, and transformation in healthcare. Drawing on her journey from medical training through hospice care and senior leadership roles at United Health Group and her current work as
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Go beyond the traditional career path with a leader who’s built his success by saying yes to unexpected opportunities. From securing a job through a parking spot to leading global real estate strategy and founding a multi-company platform, this episode explores how curiosity, calculated risk-taking, and values-driven leadership shape smarter hiring and stronger organizations. You
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If you care about people-centered leadership that actually delivers results, this conversation with Eve Gray, Director of Health & Human Services for Lane County, is a must-watch. Eve shares a candid journey from nursing and quality improvement to executive leadership, offering practical insights on building trust before outcomes, leading through values, and creating real impact
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