• Working the Game Plan for Sports Communication and Social Impact with Neil Hartman
    Jun 14 2024

    Neil Hartman, a 35-year Sports Broadcast Veteran, Senior Director of the Center for Sports Communication & Social Impact at Rowan University, and Camp Director of Play By Play Sports Broadcasting Camps joins Joe and Christina on this week's episode. A storyteller at heart, Neil shares invaluable insights on leadership, broadcasting, public speaking, media training, and cultivating relationships, and speaks to the role he believes sports broadcasting has in generating social impact. Don't miss a minute of this episode, which also features an expert tip from Greg Payton, Lecturer in the School of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Lead Faculty Mentor of the MBA Fellows Program, and Director of Experiential Training Programs at Rowan University's Rohrer College of Business, and Fresh Perspectives from rising business leaders.

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    43 Min.
  • Beating Bankruptcy to Build Bigger and Better than Ever with Toni Pergolin
    Jun 7 2024

    On this episode, we are joined by Toni Pergolin, President and CEO of Bancroft, one of the largest human services providers in New Jersey and the Greater Philadelphia region. Toni shares her extraordinary journey, taking Bancroft from the brink of bankruptcy to doubling its size and creating a state-of-the-art campus for those they serve. Toni is a highly regarded strategic leader with acute financial acumen who has successfully grown companies organically and through mergers and acquisitions. Her ability to lead nonprofit organizations with a focus on delivering excellence with a healthy margin has resulted in a decade of profitable returns enabling reinvestment in the organization’s mission. Tune in to discover how her leadership and financial expertise transformed the Bancroft organization, providing access to countless children and adults in need.

    Jordan Howell, Co-Founder of Double Albatross Designs, Associate Professor of Sustainable Business at Rowan University's Rohrer College of Business, and Director of the Rowan Center for Responsible Leadership also joins this episode to offer an expert tip alongside some Fresh Perspectives from rising business leaders.

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    38 Min.
  • Role Models, Mentorship, and Leading Culture Change with Michael Renna
    May 31 2024

    Today, Joe and Christina are joined by Michael Renna, President and CEO of South Jersey Industries. Listen in as they find out who made an impact on Mike's career and how he used the lessons learned from his academic preparation and time in college and professional athletics to make him the leader he is today. They're also taking on the tough topic of corporate culture change. Don't miss Mike's meaningful insights on leadership in this episode, which also includes an expert tip from Jerry Maginnis, Certified Public Accountant and Executive in Residence at Rowan University's Rohrer College of Business, and Fresh Perspectives from rising business leaders.

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    34 Min.
  • Academic Ascent: The Path to Provost & Elevated Impact with Dr. Tony Lowman
    May 24 2024
    Don't miss this insightful conversation about leadership in academia and the future of higher education as Dr. Tony Lowman, Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs at Rowan University, joins Joe and Christina to discuss:
    • What it means to be a Provost
    • Recent advancements in campus communication technology
    • The significance of VR classes in modern education
    • Rowan University's medical school affiliations
    • The vision for affordable higher education in NJ
    • His career journey and lessons learned from seasons of redirection
    This episode also includes an expert tip from Tanika Wilson, Staff Vice President of Market Solutions at Elevance Health and Rowan MBA Alumnus, who shares how embracing adaptability and flexibility can propel your leadership skills and give you a competitive edge, and Fresh Perspectives from rising business leaders.
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    36 Min.
  • Driving Change: Transportation's Role in Infrastructure Development and Access with Stephen F. Dougherty
    May 17 2024

    Stephen F. Dougherty, Executive Director of the South Jersey Transportation Authority joins Joe and Christina to discuss the significance of transportation in South Jersey's communities and the need for improved infrastructure to support access and economic growth. Stephen joined SJTA in 2010 and is responsible for the overall operation of the Atlantic City Expressway, Transportation Services, and the Atlantic City International Airport. Between full and part-time personnel, he oversees close to 400 employees at SJTA. Don't miss his meaningful insights on leadership and mentorship in this episode, which also includes an expert tip from Sandra Gubbine, AVP of Revenue Cycle at AtlantiCare, and Fresh Perspectives from rising business leaders.

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    48 Min.
  • Advocating For Trades and Economic Growth with Kate Gibbs
    May 10 2024

    In this episode, Kate Gibbs, Deputy Director of Business Development at ELEC 825 joins Joe and Christina to discuss the future of trades and their impact on our region. Gibbs is at the nexus of economic development, business, and organized labor, spearheading efforts to promote economic growth and advocate for infrastructure investments. With a robust background in politics, public affairs, and organizational management, she is uniquely positioned to drive ELEC 825's mission of creating jobs for Local 825 members and its union contractors. Don't miss this wide-ranging discussion that also includes an expert tip from serial entrepreneur and business builder, Paul Litwack, and some Fresh Perspectives from today's rising business leaders.

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    36 Min.
  • Leading Effective Teams from Gridiron to Green with Ron Jaworski
    May 3 2024

    In this episode featuring former NFL Quarterback Ron Jaworski, we uncover Jaws' dynamic experiences as an NFL player, broadcaster, and entrepreneur. Discover the mentors and teachers who have shaped his career at different stages, learn about how he built and operates Ron Jaworski Golf, and how his passion for golf is reflected in the courses he owns. Hear about the impact he is making with his foundation, Jaws Youth Playbook. We are even talking about his thoughts on Jason Kelce's retirement! Don't miss this enlightening discussion that also includes an expert tip from Colleen Kendrick, CEO of Nonprofit Partners, and some Fresh Perspectives from today's rising business leaders.

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    42 Min.
  • Breaking New Ground in Veterinary Medicine with Dr. Matthew Edson
    Apr 26 2024

    In this episode, featuring Dr. Matthew Edson, Founding Dean of the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine at Rowan University, we explore the challenges and opportunities facing veterinary medicine and Dr. Edson's efforts to break new ground in New Jersey, both literally and figuratively. Don't miss this dynamic discussion that also includes an expert tip from Christine Miles, Founder and CEO of EQuipt, and some Fresh Perspectives from today's rising business leaders.

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    35 Min.