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David Dickey is the CEO of the Patriot Group, a high-end executive and senior engineer search firm for aerospace, defense, and drone talent. With over 30 years of experience in aerospace and defense, David brings a rare blend to the executive search world: part founder, part operator, part coach, and 100% committed to helping companies hire elite leadership talent. In this episode, David shares insights into hiring trends in aerospace and defense, the importance of leadership, and the impact of stealth-mode startups.  Key Takeaways: - Current hiring needs in aerospace and defense - Stealth mode startups and their strategic planning - The role of AI in recruitment and industry innovation Episode Timeline: 1:55Life as a Boston sports fan in Southern California 3:50Current Trends in aerospace and defense hiring 6:30Innovations in space technology 8:00How David stays on top of technology 10:20What is stealth mode for startups? 13:30What are the current hiring needs in aerospace and defense? 15:50Why do we need more propulsion engineers? 17:45How is AI changing hiring processes? 22:56Character traits of a great leader This episode’s guest: • David Dickey on LinkedIn • The Patriot Group Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen Francy is a Vice President at Rubenstein Public Relations, where he leads national and global campaigns across technology, defense, AI, aviation, finance, culture, and emerging industries. He works with founders, CEOs, and public figures to shape narratives at key inflection points—launches, breakthroughs, crises, and category shifts. In this episode, Stephen shares insights on storytelling, humanizing technology, and staying ahead in emerging tech fields like AI, quantum computing, and flying cars.  Key Takeaways: - Humanizing complex technology through storytelling - The advent of quantum computing  - Taking a stand in thought leadership Episode Timeline: 1:20 Stephen's favorite albums and music tastes 5:30 Current projects at Rubenstein PR 7:15 Unveiling the flying car and future tech 9:00 Media diet and staying informed in tech 11:02 Humanizing high-tech ideas for the public 14:10 Explaining quantum computing to a lay audience 16:36 The role of room temperature in quantum tech 18:26 Effective pitching and building media relationships 25:10 Thought leadership philosophy and taking a stand This episode’s guest: • Stephen Francy on LinkedIn • Rubenstein PR's website • Stephen Francy on X Subscribe and leave a 5-star review:  https://pod.link/1496390646 Contact Us! •Join the conversation by leaving a comment! •Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn! Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam Belmont is the founder of A to B Strategies, a communications consultancy where he merges his big-agency experience with the nimbleness of a solopreneur. He’s also “The Podcast Guy” who helps his clients get booked on top-tier shows. In this episode, Adam recounts his journey from agency work to creating his own consultancy. He also shares how to craft compelling brand stories, the art of podcast pitching, and the importance of authenticity in social media content. Key Takeaways: - Adam's transition from agency life to independent consulting - Crafting compelling brand stories - Effective podcast pitching strategies Episode Timeline: 0:45 Introduction and Tod Perry's background 2:25 Adam Belmont's background and expertise 3:30 Adam met his wife on JDate 4:50 Motivations for going independent 7:25 Work-life balance and location flexibility 8:30 Adam Belmont's biggest success as a solo act 10:00 Building a trusted network of collaborators 13:00 How Adam helps clients book on top podcasts 15:00 The value of long-form storytelling in podcasts 16:30 Discovering a brand's story 19:00 Creating scroll-stopping social media content 22:30 Adam's thought leadership philosophy  25:20 Analyzing the McDonald's CEO burger incident This episode’s guest: • Adam Belmont on LinkedIn • A to B Strategies on LinkedIn Subscribe and leave a 5-star review:  https://pod.link/1496390646 Contact Us! •Join the conversation by leaving a comment! •Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn! Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jodi Holzband is the founder of Classic Bart PR + Communications. A 20-plus-year PR veteran, Jodi started her company to help B2B technology companies cut through the noise, tell stories that appeal to their target audiences, and increase brand recognition. In this episode, Jodi shares her insights on effective B2B PR strategies, the importance of storytelling, and how startups can leverage research and awards to build credibility. Key Takeaways: - B2B PR strategies for tech companies - Working with high-growth companies - Using awards to showcase growth Episode Timeline: 1:10Jodi's Google problem  2:25Overview of Classic Bart PR's client focus and recent successes 4:05Jodi's approach to client selection 5:10All of Jodi's clients are high-growth companies 6:20How the INC 5000 companies are chosen 7:45Awards are great for AI search 10:30 When should startups start paying for PR? 12:30Finding a company's unique story 17:00Jodi's B2B software PR tactics 19:30 The importance of reusing content 22:30 Jodi's thought leadership philosophy This episode’s guest: • Jodi Holzband LinkedIn • Classic Bart PR + Communications Subscribe and leave a 5-star review:  https://pod.link/1496390646 Contact Us! •Join the conversation by leaving a comment! •Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn! Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jason Flack is the CEO and Founder of Collective OS, which connects firms with vetted partners so they can win more opportunities, offer more services, and capture more revenue—without hiring or more overhead. He's a serial entrepreneur, focused on helping agencies foster real, meaningful connections that create win-win scenarios for all. In this episode, Jason discusses how trusted partner networks are reshaping agency operations, enhancing flexibility, and leveraging AI for competitive advantage. Key Takeaways: - The rise of collectives and trusted partner networks - How AI is changing the agency landscape - How collectives allow agencies to be flexible Episode Timeline: 1:15What are collectives and why are they important? 3:00The benefits of pre-built relationships and seamless onboarding 5:00Factors driving the rise of collectives in the agency space 6:25The impact of AI on agency models and services 7:25How Collective OS matches agencies with synergistic partners 9:27The role of AI in partner matching and collaboration 10:55Typical users of Collective OS and their agency sizes 12:20Gaps in services and emerging client needs 14:00 Can agencies still brag about using AI? 17:12The origin story of Collective OS 20:45Why agencies are shrinking and the shift towards specialization 24:25Jason's thought leadership and insights This episode’s guest: • Jason Flack on LinkedIn • Collective OS's website • @FlackThought on X Subscribe and leave a 5-star review:  https://pod.link/1496390646 Contact Us! •Join the conversation by leaving a comment! •Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn! Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yury Molodtsov is the COO & Partner at MA Family, leading communications for tech companies such as Miro and Flipper Zero. He's also the creator of Five Finds, a weekly newsletter about the interesting things he discovers at the edge of the Internet. In this episode, Yury shares how startups should approach PR, crisis communication, and how to build a successful newsletter. Key Takeaways: - How to create a successful newsletter - Why AI is no longer a differentiator - Effective crisis communication strategies Episode Timeline: 1:30 Why newsletters should be niche  3:50 Who is Yury's target audience? 4:55 Yury's favorite fact 6:10 Why companies shouldn't boast about using AI 9:15 The average person's impression of AI 10:45 When should startups start investing in PR? 13:25 A PR freelancer's first look at a startup 15:45 How to place stories into top-tier media 20:20 The future of journalism 22:00 Journalists need to develop their own brands 23:35 Yury's approach to crisis management This episode’s guest: • Yury Molodtsov on LinkedIn • MA.Family  • Yury on X Subscribe and leave a 5-star review:  https://pod.link/1496390646 Contact Us! •Join the conversation by leaving a comment! •Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn! Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rodrigo Schmitt holds a PhD in Space Systems Engineering from Purdue and leads Stellerian’s commercialization strategy as Chief Commercial Officer. He specializes in translating complex mission needs into clear offerings, building partnerships across defense and commercial space, and driving customer discovery, pricing, and go-to-market strategy for on-orbit operations. He's also the co-founder of RocketPy, a widely used Python-based rocketry simulation library. In this episode, Rodrigo shares the latest on space exploration, rocket simulation, and his unique experiences from backpacking the Grand Canyon to analog Mars training missions.  Key Takeaways: - Developments in space exploration - How RocketPy helps engineers simulate launches - How Rodrigo balances entrepreneurship and science Episode Timeline: 00:00Introduction to Rodrigo Schmitt 1:50Tod is learning about astrophysics 2:45Backpacking the Grand Canyon 5:55Exciting developments in space exploration 7:00Legal and ethical aspects of space resources 8:00AI's role in space 11:20Star trackers and space navigation using stars 13:07RocketPy: Rocket simulation and safety in space competitions 15:35RocketPy's future 18:40Mars Mission desert research stations 21:40How Rodrigo finds balance between entrepreneurship and science This episode’s guest: • Follow Rodrigo Schmitt on LinkedIn • RocketPy's website and Instagram • Stellerian on LinkedIn • Purdue's Mars analog research facility Subscribe and leave a 5-star review:  https://pod.link/1496390646 Contact Us! •Join the conversation by leaving a comment! •Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn! Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Levinson is a seasoned communications strategist with over 30 years of experience in public relations and journalism. Since joining O'Connell & Goldberg PR in 2000, Matt has brought his expertise to a variety of agency clients, including national real estate companies, celebrity resort and restaurant openings, and universities. Matt is also the current Chair of the Urban Land Institute’s Florida Retail Development Council and serves on the Board and Governance Committee for Path to College, a nonprofit dedicated to helping driven, low-income students achieve their college dreams. In this episode, Matt shares insights on crisis communication, community engagement, and the evolving landscape of public relations. Key Takeaways: - Crisis communication best practices - The impact of AI and ChatGPT on PR - Matt's belief in community involvement  Episode Timeline: 0:00Introduction to Matt Levinson and his background 1:35Matt's passion for Liverpool FC 3:30Liverpool's rivals 4:50Trip to Liverpool during COVID-19 and its timing 7:30Overview of O'Connell and Goldberg PR 8:55Digital transformation in PR: From media pitching to AI 10:50The importance of press releases and digital outreach in modern PR 12:50Community work and real estate development in Florida 17:00Path to College: Supporting low-income students in higher education 20:20Balancing community service with a busy professional life 22:20Crisis communication lessons: Acting swiftly and calmly 25:15Handling emergencies: The importance of accurate information and calm leadership This episode’s guest: • Matt Levinson on LinkedIn • O'Connell and Goldberg PR Subscribe and leave a 5-star review:  https://pod.link/1496390646 Contact Us! •Join the conversation by leaving a comment! •Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn! Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kenyada Meadows is the founder of the Executive Parent Company and has over 25 years of experience leading risk and compliance teams on Wall Street. As an executive coach, he teaches how to maintain high performance without becoming a "Hollow Man," a leader who looks successful on the outside but feels empty on the inside. On this episode, he discusses his new book: The New Alpha: Be Three Times the Leader Through Balance, Not Dominance, the importance of work-life balance, and the tell-tale signs that someone is likely to commit fraud.  Key Takeaways: - What is the "Hollow Man" crisis? - How to be a sustainable leader - Red flags for fraud Episode Timeline: 00:00Introduction to Kenyada Meadows 1:30Becoming a sustainable leader 3:00How burnout led Kenyada to make big changes 6:20Understanding the Hollow Man Crisis 8:20How men are dehumanized 10:30Addressing the Hollow Man Crisis 13:40How Tod's parents affected his career approach 15:15The problem of gender imbalance 18:45The importance of present parenting 21:00Nonverbal communication and building trust 23:20The Harvard three-step trick to likability 24:45Red flags for fraudsters This episode’s guest: • The New Alpha: Be Three Times the Leader Through Balance, Not Dominance on Amazon • Kenyada Meadows on LinkedIn • Executive ParentCompany's website Subscribe and leave a 5-star review:  https://pod.link/1496390646 Contact Us! •Join the conversation by leaving a comment! •Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn! Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Danielle Mileno is a seasoned communications executive with over 20 years of experience driving brand equity and reputation for premier global companies, and is currently the Managing Director and Head of Consumer PR at M&C Saatchi Sport & Entertainment North America. On this episode, she discusses the rising popularity of Formula 1 among luxury consumers, the importance of building authentic relationships in micro communities, and the role of cultural power in effective PR strategies.  Key Takeaways: - F1's appeal to luxury consumers - Cultural power is about shaping what people care about - Current state of PR Episode Timeline: 1:20Introduction to Danielle Mileno and her love of sports 2:40Danielle's work with Manchester United 4:45What's happening these days at M&C Saatchi? 5:45The rise of F1 and its appeal to luxury consumers 8:45Navigating a fragmented media landscape 10:15Building authentic relationships in micro communities 12:35Finding the right influencers for brand authenticity 14:50The amazing appeal of Shaquille O'Neal 17:35Cultural power should be the ultimate KPI 19:35Tying cultural power back to the bottom line 21:30PR is all about relationships 23:00Danielle's thought leadership philosophy This episode’s guest: • Danielle Mileno on LinkedIn • M&C Saatchi Sport & Entertainment North America • M&C Saatchi Sport & Entertainment North America on Instagram Subscribe and leave a 5-star review:  https://pod.link/1496390646 Contact Us! •Join the conversation by leaving a comment! •Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn! Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kody Gurfein is the Chief Marketing Officer at Exiger, where she leads an award-winning marketing team that drives revenue growth, educates commercial and government stakeholders on critical supply chain issues, and transforms how the market thinks about risk management and AI. In this episode, she discusses Exiger's growth, mission, and innovative tools, such as ForcedLabor.ai, aimed at addressing forced labor in supply chains. Kody emphasizes the importance of clear communication in marketing, as AEO grows in importance, and offers valuable advice for young professionals entering the field.  Key Takeaways: - Mentorship and sponsorship are crucial for young professionals - AI is a tool, but critical thinking remains vital - ForceLabor.ai aims to combat modern slavery in supply chains Episode Timeline: 0:00 Introduction to Kody  2:00 Kody's relationship with Fast Company 4:30 What's happening at Exiger 6:15 How Exiger is bringing transparency to the supply chain 7:15 Exiger's mission 9:15 Exiger's work on identifying slavery in the supply chain 10:15 Supply chain challenges in the current political climate 13:10 The power of clear communication in AEO 15:30 Short vs. flowery texting 18:55 Internal shifts in PR caused by AI 20:00 Mentoring junior PR people in the AI era 23:00 Why critical thinking is more crucial than ever 25:45 Kody's thought leadership philosophy This episode’s guest: • Kody Gurfein on LinkedIn • Exiger on LinkedIn • ForcedLabor.AI Subscribe and leave a 5-star review:  https://pod.link/1496390646 Contact Us! •Join the conversation by leaving a comment! •Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn! Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pete Gosling, Founder of Gosling Media, LLC. is a technology-driven marketing leader with 20 years of experience, specializing in combining strategic vision with hands-on execution. In this conversation, Pete discusses his new book 'Relentless Impact' and the significant changes brought about by AI in the marketing and PR industries. He focuses on the historical context of today's advancements, why everyone is a bit ADHD these days, and why leadership is lacking in the AI era. Key Takeaways: - AI's effect on the comms world - Keeping up at a time of rapid change - Leadership in the age of AI Episode Timeline: 1:45The genesis of 'Relentless Impact' and what it says about change 3:45Navigating change in the modern comms workforce 7:05The role of AI in marketing and PR 10:10Historical periods of change 13:20 AI for online publishing 15:50The "Relentless Impact" mindset explained 18:46Finding signal in the noise 23:12How being diagnosed with ADHD led to his new framework 23:55Leadership in the age of AI 25:10Conclusion and call to action This episode’s guest: • Pete Gosling on LinkedIn • Pick up a copy of 'Relentless Impact' at DesignTech.AI • Follow Gosling Media at GDS.Pro  Subscribe and leave a 5-star review:  https://pod.link/1496390646 Contact Us! •Join the conversation by leaving a comment! •Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn! Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Barret Wertz, the New York Post Group's Senior Editorial Director of Commerce, is a lifestyle media veteran with over 15 years of experience in editorial, branded content, and celebrity collaborations. In this episode, he shares insights on building a personal style, the role of gift guides in commerce, and the challenges of navigating Google’s algorithm. He also provides a perspective on current economic trends and consumer behavior, with a focus on value-driven purchasing. Key Takeaways: - How a sense of style can help you with personal branding - The current state of the retail economy  - Navigating Google's tricky algorithms Episode Timeline: 0:00Introduction to Barrett Wertz 2:30How can the average guy develop a sense of style? 4:00 How creating a personal style helps your brand 5:30 Creating commerce content at the New York Post 9:00Choosing which products the Post highlights 11:30 Comparing and contrasting different products 12:30 What's the secret to a great gift guide 16:30How to manage a writing team 20:45How to understand Google from an Editorial perspective 23:55 Content used to be based on merit 24:30What does Barret's work tell him about today's economy? This episode’s guest: • Barret Wertz on LinkedIn • The New York Post on Instagram • The New York Post on X Subscribe and leave a 5-star review:  https://pod.link/1496390646 Contact Us! •Join the conversation by leaving a comment! •Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn! Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aaron Berger is the Co-Founder and Principal of A/M Partners, a boutique communications consultancy helping companies tell stories that move markets. In this episode, Aaron discusses the evolving landscape for startups in the AI era. He also emphasizes the importance of cohesive messaging, the role of PR in building brand awareness, and the challenges startups face in navigating the media landscape.  Key Takeaways: - Why PR is essential for startups - The key pivot startups need to make - Why personal relationships are important in the AI era  Episode Timeline: 0:00Introduction to A/M Partners 3:00Communicating PR for startups 5:30The importance of cohesive messaging 7:25 How to find the story 9:55Navigating AI's impact on communications 11:00The role of relationships in PR 16:45Why early-stage companies need PR 18:13Challenges in PR and advertising 24:30Thought leadership in PR This episode’s guest: • Aaron Berger on LinkedIn • A/M Partners on LinkedIn • A/M Partners website • Email: [email protected] Subscribe and leave a 5-star review:  https://pod.link/1496390646 Contact Us! •Join the conversation by leaving a comment! •Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn! Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brooke Kruger, the founder of KC Partners, a leading communications search firm, has a deep grasp on what’s happening in the job market, what skills are in demand, how hiring is evolving, and what both companies and job seekers need to succeed. On this episode, she discusses current communications hiring trends, the impact of AI on the job market, the importance of emotional intelligence, and common interview mistakes. Key Takeaways: - Why comms hiring is back post-COVID - How AI is affecting the comms job market - How to kill it in your next job interview  Episode Timeline: 0:00Introduction to communications hiring trends 3:00The impact of AI on communications hiring 6:10Current trends in communications hiring 8:40How to know if someone is a good fit 10:40 The candidates everyone is looking for 12:15Navigating the job market Post-COVID 15:20Preparing the next generation for the workforce 18:10The importance of emotional intelligence 21:15Thought leadership in communications This episode’s guest: • Brooke Kruger on LinkedIn • KC-Partners.com Subscribe and leave a 5-star review:  https://pod.link/1496390646 Contact Us! •Join the conversation by leaving a comment! •Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn! Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.