In this episode of The Steward Chair, Jared Meyers, Founder & CEO of andCo, shares his journey of aligning personal values with professional leadership, exploring how authenticity in business drives meaningful, long-term success.

We discuss the often-overlooked emotional costs of inauthentic leadership, why financial outcomes alone are an incomplete measure of success, and how balancing personal identity with professional responsibility leads to healthier leaders and more resilient organizations.

Key Takeaways

• When leaders act differently in business than they do in life, there is an emotional cost that impacts well-being and fulfillment.
• Authenticity at work restores energy, clarity, and purpose, leading to stronger leadership and healthier cultures.
• True stewardship requires balancing personal identity with professional responsibility, not separating the two.

Resources Mentioned

• Follow Jared Meyers on social media at
• • LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-meyers/
• Follow andCo
• • LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/andcohospitality/

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In this episode of The Steward Chair, Producer Thomas Mastrototaro and Lead Editor Daniel Mastrototaro reflect on the past year of conversations with business leaders who exemplify stewardship in action, exploring how choosing care over convenience drives meaningful, long-term success.

They discuss key themes that emerged across the year, including why care in leadership costs something, how patience and time shape healthy organizations, and the importance of finding meaning in work while empowering people and communities. These reflections provide practical insight and encouragement for leaders committed to stewardship, integrity, and lasting impact.

Key Takeaways

• Care over convenience is a common theme among leaders.
• Care costs something; it requires sacrifice.
• Care builds people, and places.

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In this episode of The Steward Chair, Masami Sato, Founder & CEO of B1G1, shares her journey from an introverted backpacker to leading a global giving movement, exploring how the power of small, daily acts of kindness drives meaningful, long-term success.

We discuss the philosophy of "business as usual" becoming a force for good, the importance of expanding our "family circle," and how integrating micro-impacts can transform company culture. This episode is full of actionable takeaways for leaders committed to stewardship, integrity, and impact.

Key Takeaways

• The Power of Small: Masami explains how small, consistent contributions—like giving access to water for every cup of coffee sold—can collectively solve massive global challenges.
• The "Bee" Philosophy of Business: Just as bees pollinate flowers while collecting nectar, businesses can benefit their own growth while naturally enriching the global ecosystem through their daily operations.
• Expanding the Family Circle: Masami challenges leaders to widen their definition of "family" to include the global community, moving from a mindset of separation to one of connection and collaboration.

Resources Mentioned

• Visit https://b1g1.com/
• Follow Masami Sato on social media at
• • LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/masamisato/
  • Facebook https://www.facebook.com/sato.masami

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In this episode of The Steward Chair, Christy Kovac, President and CEO of Sheridan Construction, shares her journey of intentional, purpose-driven leadership, exploring how stewardship, employee ownership, and community impact drive meaningful, long-term success.

We discuss the importance of intentional succession planning, celebrating employee contributions to strengthen engagement, and building trust with clients to support lasting relationships—providing actionable takeaways for leaders committed to stewardship, integrity, and creating a thriving legacy. Stay tuned to

Key Takeaways

• The importance of intentional succession planning to ensure long-term organizational success.
• How celebrating employee contributions and fostering ownership strengthens engagement and culture.
• Why building trust and prioritizing community impact creates lasting relationships and a meaningful legacy.

Resources Mentioned

• Visit https://www.sheridanconstruction.com/
• Follow Shane on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/christy-kovac-ab801411/
• Follow Jackson Healthcare on social media at:
• • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sheridanconstruction/
  • Twitter / X: https://x.com/SheridanCo1947
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheridanco1947/

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In this episode of The Steward Chair, Sandy Moll, leader of Advanced Business Solutions, Jeremiah 2911 Capital, and several other ventures, shares her journey of faith-driven leadership, exploring how "chasing God, not busyness" drives meaningful, long-term success.

We discuss how Sandy stewards multiple companies while working three days a week, her counter-cultural strategy of growing a business 100% through service, and why she believes "work-life balance" doesn't exist when your work is part of your life's purpose. This conversation provides actionable takeaways for leaders committed to stewardship, integrity, and impact.

Key Takeaways

• Stewardship Through Surrender: Sandy's leadership is founded on "chasing God". She starts each day in silence, asking God for direction, which allows her to manage numerous responsibilities without being consumed by "busy-ness".
• Growth Through Service: Advanced Business Solutions has grown entirely through relationships and service, not traditional marketing. Sandy's focus is on serving clients well and asking, "Who else can we help?".
• Work-Life Integration: Sandy reframes the "work-life balance" debate. She believes that if you are doing the work God put you on earth for, it isn't separate from your life—it's an integrated part of it.

Resources Mentioned

• Visit https://www.abs-core.com/
• Follow ABS on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ABSThrive/
• Follow Sandy on at
• • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandymoll/
  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SandyJMoll

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In this episode of The Steward Chair, John Sensiba, retiring CEO of Sensiba, and Monique Ramirez, his successor, share a masterclass on why intentional succession is the ultimate act of stewardship. John shares his journey of leading the firm through two major economic crises by refusing to abandon core values. They explore how the Golden Rule and simple, unwavering priorities—family, community, and firm—drive meaningful, long-term success.

We discuss the courage it takes to hand off a legacy gracefully, and how an "eat what you kill" compensation model can destroy culture. We also cover the immense privilege of receiving a planned, six-year leadership transition, providing actionable takeaways for leaders committed to stewardship, integrity, and impact.

Key Takeaways

• The Ultimate Act of Stewardship is Succession: A leader’s most important duty is to prepare the organization for the next generation, viewing their role as a "transient caretaker" for the benefit of employees and the community.
• Values Are Non-Negotiable in Crisis: Establishing simple, clearly articulated priorities (like family, community, and firm in that order) and refusing to abandon values when they become "inconvenient" provides clarity and resilience during financial crises or global pandemics.
• Culture Over Compensation: The courage to abandon an "eat what you kill" compensation model for a subjective, values-based approach is necessary to cultivate a culture of collaboration, trust, and shared success.

Resources Mentioned

• Visit Sensiba's Website
• Sensiba B Corp Certification Information
• Follow John Sensiba on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johndsensiba/
• Follow Monique Ramirez on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monicramirez/

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In today’s episode, Jeff speaks with Chris Carneal, the founder and CEO of Booster, the nation's number one school fundraising company based in Atlanta, Georgia. Since 2002, Booster has raised over 1.3 billion for schools.

Chris and his family first leadership have also created a collaborative community for leaders at Virtue Village, which is a business hub designed to foster connection and purpose.

In this conversation, Jeff and Chris unpack a key distinction that Chris makes between values that are merely timely and virtues that are truly timeless and character building. They’ll also explore what it means to steward your company's culture and people through every season, from unprecedented crisis to flourishing, and show you how courage and gratitude can be your greatest assets when creating a resilient, enduring business.

This episode is for every leader who knows that true strength isn't just about what you build, but how you endure.

Key Takeaways

• Shifting from "Values" to Timeless "Virtues" Creates a More Actionable Culture
• A Strong Cultural Framework Is Essential for Navigating Crisis
• Intentional Community Is the Antidote to Human Disconnection

Resources Mentioned

• Learn more about Booster: https://www.boosterthon.com/
• Virtue Village: https://www.virtuevillage.com/
• Virtue Voices Leadership Events: https://www.virtuevoices.com/
• Visit https://www.chriscarneal.com/
• Book: The Virtue Driven Business by Chris Carneal

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In this episode of The Steward Chair, Rob Kuehl, CEO of Maier America, shares his insights on servant leadership and building inclusive company cultures that thrive across global contexts. He reflects on his journey of transforming company culture, investing in his own leadership growth, and staying grounded in values while leading through challenges in a global enterprise. We discuss what it takes to lead with humility, the reality of cultural transformation, and how empathy and active listening create stronger teams and better business outcomes.

Key Takeaways

• Servant leadership is about serving others and fostering a supportive environment.
• Cultural transformation takes time and persistence.
• Empathy and active listening are key to effective leadership.

Resources Mentioned

• Visit Maier America: https://www.maieramerica.com
  Follow Rob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robkuehl
  Follow Maier America on social media:
  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/maier-america/

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