Wish I Knew . . .

I'm your host Gary Nowak and in addition to being a great person and fantastic former co-worker my guest Liz Evans has one of my most favorite accents of all time (Northern England). Career Background:Big 4 Principal for over 5 yearsManaging director at EquaTerraManaging consultant with PA Consulting GroupAttended University of Hertfordshire just north of London studied Business and Decision ScienceHighlightsBaby sitting Dads golf buddy kidsClaim to fame for her town Captain Cook - Grew ...

Career Background:Finance transformation expert most recently with: BT in London Prior to that: SVP Finance Operations with Smith and Nephew VP Finance Transformation and systems with PearsonHighlightsNot knowing how to do his first job and getting promotedCompensating with a PorscheTaking a year off prior to UniversityComing from humble stockDegree in English, but switching to accounting for a jobHaving verbal agility and emotional intelligence have served John well...

Career Background:Coca Cola in various role SVP Customer Excellence VP of the West Zone National Team leader with sales associate recruiting National account executive Florida State University majoring in Advertising CommunicationHighlightsBeing a Seminole vs a GatorNo idea on the major, sound familiarSales career began early with convincing her dad of a way out of government workPodcast host with Origin storiesFind your own authentic pathHead / heart / gut conversati...

Career Background:Author of the book "The Career Toolkit"MIT Graduate and an engineer by backgroundChief Technology Officer at several companiesFaculty at MITCreator of the "brain Dump" Apphttps://brainbumpapp.com/HighlightsMom "Why don't you teach the chess class"Book "The Career Toolkit" 10 Topics / 10 chaptersLearning the intangible skills to go along with the technical skillsGiving content to MITHelping people reach their potentialGraduate degree in CryptographyPolitical volunteer fo...

Career Background:Founder and CEO of Avanti SearchRecruitment experience with: Accolade Wines Class Ltd Wolters Kluwer NSW Dept of Industry Apprentice Australia ContestantAmbassador for: Ferrari Australian Grand Prix Corporation Miss World Australia 2006Her Company - https://www.avantisearch.com.au/ HighlightsBest first job ever Miss World Australia 2006Looking for a way to get into charity workFinding excitement in recruitmentCreating a company th...

Career Background:Currently President and CEO of Axion MedicalBoard member with: Bottlenose ESSI Advisor to Private Equity and Venture capitalistsEquaterra for nearly 8 yearsFounder of Morgan Chambers in the UKHighlightsHard working family and the oldest of 6 kidsCommunity College degree / Great visualPower plant engineering degreeSemi autonomous robot workExtremely technical background out of CollegeKilling two sacred cows at onceCitigroup came calling early onThe drive for $$...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their career success, advice given or received and listen to their interesting stories about how they got to where they are today. I am honored to have someone I've always looked up to in my consulting career Bob Cecil - Nuclear Engineer to a Big 4 Partner- Involved in 3 start up consulting firms- Widely recognized as a thought leader and industry spokesperson for shared services ...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and I have a conversation with a young lady Walkyria Whitlock who shares amazing stories about her life and time in Idaho, Fiji, Rio, The Hamptons, Florida, Australia and working on Yachts while traveling. Career Background:Author of the book "I love what I've forgotten"Self Employed as President of Global MVPYoga Instructor on Private Yachts and VillasAttended Boise State UniversityHighlights Scooping ice cream and losing weight at age 14Tremendous high sc...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and this is by far one of my most organic and fun podcasts where my former boss and guest Dave Brown and I don't get past what he studied in college and managed to enjoy a very insightful conversation. Career Background:Principal & Global leader for Shared Services and Outsource advisory for KPMG10 years of experience with Equaterra and TPIDirector of Finance with AT&T for 6 yearsUniversity of Windsor Bachelor of Psychology / FinanceMBA from Queen's Unive...

I've got a inspiring and clairvoyant one for you with my guest Sana Afzal. BackgroundSana hails from Houston, Texas, grew up in Dubai and calls California home. Creative Business Exec at Google, and was previously a Creative Ops and Production lead at The ZOO, a Global Policy Strategist and Senior Creative PM at AdMob, Sana has been a strong advocate for the importance of creativity in the tech world and has orchestrated the integration of branding and tech throughou...

Today you will hear my conversation with a dear friend, colleague and all around great guy Gareth Chegwidden Career OverviewEducated in Sydney Australia at Macquarie and University of Technology, SydneyBig 4 experience with DeloitteAMP as head of relationship mngt and portfolio servicesAdjunct lecturer at University of Sydney going on over 5 yearsCurrently at Telstra at their Transformation business Strategy Principle HighlightsHated being a tutor while in high schoolGetting a McDon...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and today I have one of my dearest friends who I've know for over 15 years and has done so much with her career and I'm really humbled to be her friend and have her on my Podcast. Get ready for my conversation with Angel Hoover coming to us from Amsterdam Career Background:Currently in her 9th role at Willis Towers Watson as Managing Director of Benelux (18 years experience)Prior to WTW we met at NiSource where she spent 5 yearsAccenture for 5 yearsUniversi...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and I've got my first 3 way . . . . Conversation with 2 great friends from Australia Levi Waters and Pete Collins. This was one of my favorite podcasts to record and I just had the best time with these two "Blokes".Career Background:- Normally I walk you through individually, however with this one these guys are very similar in background:They grew up in BrisbaneBoth joined the Navy for the same reasonBoth left the Navy for the same reasonBoth Joined consulting ...

HighlightsMoving around 10 times prior to age of 20Saw the world early and oftenParis at 7 am is MagicThe freedom of being a consultantYou can take a 10 euro taxi home, c'monNo clue on what to do with her career, that changed quicklyLearning something is a great dayFalling in love with Japan and learning yet another languageTraveling to China & Russia with her financial reporting floppy disksBringing value at an early age and being very eagerWorking in the Salt MinesBeing told how to make...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and you are going to have to "buckle up" for this one as I bring you a colleague and good friend from down under, Mr. Mark Bladon. As only Mark can do, he brings a unique, authentic perspective throughout our conversation. Background overviewKPMG Partner in IT Advisory since 2010Partner with IBM for 6 yearsPWC Partner for 13 yearsUniversity of Queensland for a Philosophy degreeHighlights:Lacking enthusiasm at the chicken shopComparing himself to: Joe ...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories.You are going to Love my conversation with Lee Ann MooreSome guests "wing it" and some guests "Prepare", well my conversation with Lee Ann Moore will tell you that she came prepared and ready to go.Career Highlights- Began her career in commercial banking providing investment and lending support for bu...

I've got a fun one for you today, Matt Booth A bit about Matt:Spent his entire career with one Big 4 accounting Firm, bit of a dinosaurFocused on Internal and external auditExposed to broad range of Business IssuesLeadership stylesBoard positionsDiversity and inclusion councilsNice Guy Humble servant to his team Hard worker with a quick wit Father of 2 children and 1 dog Loves to cook Overall you'll find Matt is a great guySome highlights from our disc...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories. I've got a personal and fun one for you with my guest Ning Wright Career:- Spent 16 years at KPMG in the UK, Hong Kong and Shanghai- Prior to KPMG she work in Audit and Accounting for several companies which you will hear at the start of the podcast Overall, Ning has an engaging persona...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their career success any setbacks they faced and listen to their interesting stories about how they got to where they are today. I'm your host Gary Nowak and today . . . I've got a special one for you, Dale Sidebottom.Our background First met on the Inca Trail on our way to Machu PichuImmediately liked his attitude and energyIcebreakers on the trail 13 peopleTurns out that we both lived...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their success, advice given or received and listen to their interesting stories about their careers.I'm your host Gary Nowak and today . . . I've got a fun and insightful one for you today, my good friend and former colleague Teri Robinson Career;Moved between Industry and consulting Elevated to VP and CIO status in the restaurant industryUltimately spending the last 16 plus ...

Career Background:Best selling author of her book "The Cancer Channel"COO for a start up in SF AdentroEbay for over 14 yearsConsultant at AccentureStarted her career at Chubb in LA and spent time in NYCEducated at - Occidental CollegeCornell for the MBALe Cordon Bleu Ottawa culinary institute Highlightswhat to do during "down time" her YMCA GigHaving PhD Parents and loving learningTalking her way into numerous jobsWhat is this Management Consulting all aboutMBA at Cornell and NO int...

Background:Vanderbilt University Bachelor in PsychologyDirector of sales and marketing VP of Business DevelopmentVP of CommunicationsCollaborating AuthorCo-Founder / Co-Moderator (Leadership Chat)President of Impactiviti / ClarityFuel for over 17 yearsHighlightsAnother paper boyConsultant / AuthorSunday French ToastClarity is the heart and soul of everything he doesChose his College based on Astronomy, Quickly adjusted to PsychologyReads 3 to 8 books at a timeHis mind loves to put t...

BackgroundCurrently - Director of Talent X & Educate X Cracked into consulting in 2011 with Gallop Solutions where she worked with some incredible people who helped shape her career.Marnie eventually Started her own Business consultant organizationHighlights:Hungry Jacks (Burger Kind) and the $300 phone billNo drive or desire to go to universityOut of High School "I want to go to England" so she didDaniel and Lindy internshipFirst client at 19, "you can pay me to talk about my or how...

BackgroundWent to my Alma Mater Macomb Community CollegeHard working guy who had several jobs prior to finding his career Award winning and Top Producing Realtor in the Metro Detroit area Author of "Think like a realtor" "Beating the Force of Average"Created a real estate show and an Expert media contributor to all kinds of real estate showsHighlights Job straight out of college and Assessing career earlyExperiencing mid life crisis in his early twentiesFinding the wo...

So proud of both my sisters for doing this as they were a bit stretched out of their comfort zone. You will hear about:- The Nowak "No"- Boblo Island- Our first sibling trip- Impact of a cruise ship in SeattleOn a personal note, I just want to say how much I love and appreciate both of my sisters. We are all so very similar and you can hopefully hear how much we truly enjoy each other. Our over 20 sibling trips have been a highlight in my life. Vicky & Linda - I lo...

Career BackgroundCentral Michigan University Alumni MIS and Accounting Heaps of Credentials from the University of MichiganSolid career in consulting with Equaterra and KPMG HighlightsSearching for the next phase of his careerStudying Management Information Systems early onGreat first job story, awesomeThe big houston move, loved itWonderful start up company story and wooing a clientAnother Enron impacted individualHaving to let your team of 7 goCompany cultural differencesThe ...

Career BackgroundTroy University Journalism and Public Relations News Writer @ Troy ProgressFeatures editor @ Troy MessengerFreelance Writer and PhotographerSouth Alabama Cooperative Marketing and member Services / Communications Over 21 years Author of 3 books When in Doubt, Delete ItGet Noticed / Get HiredCulture Secret HighlightsGreat first job working with his dad in a beauty shopEarly receipt for chocolate milk and grilled cheeseBeing in the Electric Co...

Career BackgroundCollege career he attended Purdue University for Mechanical Engineering Michigan State for his MBA University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business As you will here his career has been one of leadership through change with some great opportunitiesMost recently he is at Butler University Executive Director focusing on organizational learning and professional development Highlights:Mechanical engineering at PurdueMeeting his match ...

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HighlightsStill on the books for his first job which only had 4 shifts / Music is in his blood - Wanting to be in an 80's glam band in 2008 / Not going to Uni just after High school / Getting the itch to discover America / Spending 90 days to discover all parts of the US / Seeking out unique experiences / Call center highlighted his resiliency and drive / Getting lost and trying to figure it out / The $50k personal loan was a life changer / Getting into Berkeley with "The Extremist" by ...

BackgroundCollege at Cornell Played footballStudied Electrical EngineeringWorked at great companies Arthur AndersenOracleFord Motor CompanyCurrently at TomTom as their PM Automotive In-Vehicle Software Engineer Highlights:Working at Grandpa's BarFather Murphy and breaking his heartVery pragmatic and being a problem solverBeing Supremely confident in the early yearsWorking in a start upBoomeranging to Arthur AndersenThe power of relationshipsConnect with others outside of workBe...

Career Background:CEO of the Churchhill Leadership Group Global Coaching organization President and Board Member - Leadership and Team DevelopmentAstraZeneca for over 22 years National speaker management leader Regional Sales Director Strategic Brand Planning Manager HighlightsStarting work at 7 years old in the Corner ShopLoving science when youngerSandwich course at university 2 year school 1 year work 1 more year school Went into the pharma...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and today I've got an interesting one for you with my guest Nando Ateho who during our conversations gives us some great insight into his background and current entrepreneurial mindset.Career Background:Comes from a family of EntrepreneursHis work consists of creating a culture of mutually beneficial relationshipsIdeas Nando Lives by: Kaizen- The continuous journey of becoming the best version of yourself. -The Toyota Way Work harder on yourself than you do ...

Career Background:Senior Program Manager at IntuitRecent MBA graduate from UC Davis in CaliforniaFashion Industry experience with: Talent program Manager @ Zuri Model and Talent Talent Director at Tadashi Shoji Project Manager @DrJays.com Find her photography here - http://www.emmaphotography.com/#!/page/40627/homeHighlightsDel Mar and love of fashionYearbook staff in high school and getting encouragementTaking a camera everywhere she went6 months in Italy taking photosFin...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and today I've had the great honor of reconnecting with a former colleague and extremely successful consultant @Greg TuckerCareer Background:Award winning CXO, CMO, Chief Customer Officer Chief Journey mapper, heling companies better understand the customer journeySelf employed with his highly successful consulting company for over 10 yearsHeld positions with great companies like Clorox, AAA, Copart, CSC Index and mercer Management ConsultingEducation Underg...

Career Background:Currently CEO of her own consulting companyMicrosoft for over 11 years in Learning and DevelopmentWorked for: Dell in Canada Sherry Tetley and Associates - Mngt Consulting Baxter International GSK - GlaxoSmithKline HighlightsWorking as Veterinarian assistantMedical micro biology majorBringing two horses to universityBecoming a Pharma RepLoving bringing something useful to the medical communityBuilding relationships with doctorsHearing what people are...

Career Background:Employee engagement and Career transition coachIndependent consultantCertified movement therapy practitionerFounder and president of Lean in Regional LeaderSocial EntrepreneurCustomer expert strategistHighlights:Day 1 working with the CIOHigh touchEngineer to certified movement therapy practitionerLiving the scripted life initiallyGoing through career and ticking boxesBeing a woman in the technology industrySignificant career pivotThe art of communicationBeing a somatic lead...

Today I was lucky enough to catch up with my good friend and all around good guy John Masley.Career Background:KPMG Executive for over 18 yearsAlso worked for great companies like:SourceNet SolutionsNational Tech TeamPMH CaramanningUniversal Computer systemsHighlightsMowing lawns and working at a golf courseKey takeaways = RelationshipsBeing from the MidwestCommunity empowered to handle issues (the old social media)Picking a university that fit his style1991 and heading into banking or ...

HighlightsAnother babysitting job / Extremely responsible as a young person / Yo Adrienne is a real thing / Her life is a foreshadow / The big tall bar = Corporate Trainer / College Professor / Thinking IO Psychology was the path / Graduating at the dot com bust and trying to find work / First job being the most boring thing ever / NOT listening to her C-Level dad / Taking an MBA at an awesome small private School University of St. Thomas / Tap on the should at Target for a corporate training...

Today my guest Damian Carnell is a guy who figured it out early in his career about what he wanted to do and the impact he wanted to make. Career Background:Executive Compensation FocusFounder of CORPGRO Worked for great companies like Towers Watson for over 22 years Aon Hewitt EY SeniorHighlightsFirst job in pub and getting along with your co-workers is importantBeing sponsored after high school by an Engineering companyGet the right work life balance early onGetting...

Career Background:Been with Grass roots Marketing systems for over 12 years Book Self publishing coach Business and marketing coach30 years with IBM starting in the '70's reaching Senior Executive levelMBA from the University of South FloridaBachelor from Auburn University with a degree in MathematicsFind her on her website at expertauthor411.com www.expertauthor411.com "The Magic Of Thinking Big" David Schwartzhttps://www.amazon.com/Magic-Thinking-Big-David-Schwartz...

https://georgejchanos.com/A bit about his career:Author of two books Seize your destiny: A roadmap to success Millennial Samurai: A Mindset for the 21st CenturyMotivational SpeakerChairman Wing ZoneCapriotti's Sandwich shoe for nearly 15 yearsAttorney General for the State of NevadaAn Attorney by trade and educational backgroundSome Highlights:3 loves in lifeFashion model MomGo getter early on (shovel snow / mow lawnsThe conflict between money and politicsAlways wanted his life...

Career Background:While at Harvard Graduate research associate Graduate research fellow For 2+ yearsBusiness Operations and Researcher at The Conference board of CanadaUser / Market Researcher at Advanced Orthomolecular Research HighlightsLearning the power of conversational skills early through selling clothsChoosing a community college for close interaction with peers and instructorsStarting off in medical school then converting to Psychology and a Philosophy degre...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and my Josh Farr Is an incredible story of a young man impacting so many individuals through his work and inspiring companyCareer Background:Founder of Campus Consultancy, nearly 5 yearsEnactus advisory board member and world cup judgeDegree in Engineering from the university of New South Wales in SydneyHighlightsGreat lesson learned from his first jobUnderstand the customer needs early onLoved being around people earlyCivil Engineering career???? (You'll understand w...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and I hope you will enjoy this podcast as much as I did recording my good friend @Jenn Muszik. As you will soon find Jenn has a great life perspective with a very successful career in the Pharmaceutical Industry. Career Background:Currently head of Global Commercial Learning with BiogenRoche in the Commercial Education & Excellence areasPfizer for over 16 years expanding her career to Director LevelFaculty Partner At her alma mater Butler Universi...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and my guest Paul Winter is another example of being blessed to find his career calling early and sticking with the same employer for over 20 years.Career Background:Currently the Partner in Charge of CFO Advisory at KPMGEntire professional career has been with KPMG ascending from Audit to ConsultingAttended the University of Ballarat with Bachelor degrees in: Computing Commerce (Accounting)HighlightsHeartfelt story about getting help and his familyIBM and a...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and my guest Sneha Kapoor has a wonderful story about her career and switching from Finance to IT and becoming a Growth Strategy Adviser.Career Background:Working with IDC as a Practice Head of Intelligent Automation & Artificial Intelligence / CXO AdviserTech Strategist and Research lead for (China / Japan / India) while with NASSCOMTechnology Investment Analyst & Growth Strategy Consultant while with an S&P Global Market Intelligence company Evaluserve, ...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and I am honored to have as a guest a young man who has served our country with 5 years in the military. Adam Mowl is a self proclaimed Renaissance man with a great foundation for life and very strong character.Career Background:Served at a Marine for 5 years and spent 1 year in Afghanistan tracking high value targetsSince returning Finished up his education with a Bachelors in International / Global StudiesWorking as: An Account Executive Operati...

Find Rachel Here - https://rachelbegun.com/Career Background:20+ years as a health and nutrition communications expertFounder and CEO of a communications strategy firm for 12 yearsNationally recognized registered dietitian nutritionist conducting 1,000 + interviews with top media outlets and writing for trade and consumer publicationsTransitioned to being a leadership development coach and organizational culture consultantRespected advisor and board member to organizations, including: Ch...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and I've got an American hero for you, Mike Saum served our country in the US Navy for almost 30 years and never been stationed on a ship, I know right?BackgroundStudiedCivil engineering at union college Navy career where he worked as:Commanding officerEngineering and Acquisition directorPublic works officeCommander naval constructionCommanding officer Worked in some great places Pearl harborSan DiegoSicily / Spain PentagonVP of Business Developmen...

This recording is again with Ling Chung who you heard from in the previous week's episode #62. Ling went through a career pivot and we though it would be helpful and insightful to share with our listeners as you'll hear there is a such rich advice throughout. Loyal "wish I knew" listener / Making a career change / Generalist vs specialist / The Mess Exterminator / Being pragmatic about her next role / Hundreds of applications sent out / Interviewing with 7 companies at one time / I...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories.I'm your host Gary Nowak and today I have an open and honest conversation with my guest Ling Chung. I just loved her work ethic and perspective on her career. Career Background:- Unilever ~3 years as Senior Manager, Ecommerce - Prior to Brand Manager for Schick Disposables Ene...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and I'm going to introduce you to one of the greatest guys I was lucky enough to meet and work with in Australia. Paul Mahoney. Paul showed up and consistently did high quality work and built up solid relationships Career Background:Straight forwardKPMG for nearly 11 years where he is currently an Associate DirectorRMIT with a bachelor in Business information systemsHighlights Working fish and chips when you actually don't eat seafoodExtremely li...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and you are going eavesdrop on my conversation with a good friend Jeri Lykke. Jeri is an intelligent, driven person and it comes through in our discussion today.Career Background:Hookum Horns going to university of Texas in psychology (good story)Work encompassed: EDSFujitsuTXUEquaterraKPMGIBM Great global career that started in Texas and is currently residing in Texas HighlightsThe first time we metTrying to get out of her psychology class and ha...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and if you want to be inspired by a bright young mind, this is the podcast for you with my guest Julian Alvarez. Career Background:Currently working at Facebook as a Software engineerPodcaster "Inventing the future"Founder and CTO at a company he started VizeTexas A&M with a Bachelor in Computer Sciencehttps://pod.link/inventingthefutureHighlightsThank God it's . . . . . .MondayStart up - Improving the working conditions of low skilled workersImpact dri...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and what a wonderful conversation I had with my guest Maya Doueihy. Maya brought so much energy, passion and beautiful perspective to her career and I know you'll enjoy it. Career Background:Grew up in Beirut, LebanonStudied at the Lebanese American University studying International Relations and affairsWorked as a project coordinator for:Lebanese center for policy studiesLebanese American UniversityProject manager for A political partyForeign and...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories.I'm your host Gary Nowak and today I've got a guest that truly hits the mark for me of what a successful career is all about with my guest Stephen McDonnold. Great career, great wife and wonderful daughtersCareer Background:PGA Store nearly 17 yearsHome Depot 14 YearsErnst & Young 2 yrsPreseb...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories. I'm your host Gary Nowak and you are going to enjoy my conversation with Matt Wigler, a gifted young man who is a Jazz & Blues Artist, Speaker and Founder & CEO of a pair of companies. Career Background:Manhattan school of musicUniversity of Miami for BA in Music and MBA in FinanceJ...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories. I'm your host Gary Nowak and I loved my conversation with Caroline Dillon based on her energy, passion for a multitude of different areas and the way she explores to get the most out of her life and career. Career Background:Joined Google as the Global Learning Communications and Mark...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories. I'm your host Gary Nowak and I've got a real life Yogi to share his experience which started in business and turned towards being a yoga instructor. Today I have a wonderful conversation with my good friend Allen Wu. Career Background:Started off in FinancePair of internships one...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories.I'm your host Gary Nowak and today I've got a longtime friend of mine who I met while seeking a volunteering opportunity in Long Beach California. You are going get to eavesdrop on my conversation with recently retired Art Chenen. Career Background:Grew up in California and never leftU...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories.I'm your host Gary Nowak and I've got a Friday afternoon recording with a very enjoyable and entertaining guest Jamie Thomas. You are also in for a treat during the "Fun Stuff" of the podcast with Jamie's daughter Reagan. Career Background:Started off as a Lawyer and found her groove in Mark...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories. I'm your host Gary Nowak and when this guest agreed to be a guest on my podcast I felt so grateful and intimated at the same time. Dr. Kathryn Downing has helped me a great deal with the future of my career as an executive coach.Career Background:Lawyer by background Entered the publis...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and today you are going to love this guy and our conversation. You run into people that are wise beyond their years and this is one of those guys with my guest Dylan Houck. Career Background:Dyve Biosciences for over 3 years as a clinical project managerAmerican Red Cross regional ops manager under 3 yearsSocial Cognitive Neuroscience laboratory 3 yearsGraduation from UCLA with a Psychology degreeGreat example of getting pulled throughout his career Hi...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and today you are going to enjoy my guest Dasom Lee who has accomplished so much at such a young age.Career Background:Just graduated from Texas A&MStarting her consulting career with Deloitte in NYCDasom has: Created her own podcastCo founded a fashion and lifestyle magazineWinning multiple case competitions with a financial rewardProcess of writing a novelHighlightsBorn in SeoulFirst job is spending Saturday's with some young RascalsImportance of support ro...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories.I'm your host Gary Nowak and no doubt you'll love my conversation with an extremely interesting, global traveler Nada Ahmed. Career Background:- Grew up in Pakistan and has lived in HK / Paris / Virginia / Houston / Norway- Started her own non profit for children in Pakistan / TCF Norway in 2015- ...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and buckle up today for my conversation with one of the most dynamic, interesting and thoughtful people that I know, Mr. Danny Le. Career Overview- Studied at Loyola Marymount University for undergrad and graduate degrees- Founded his own Value Added Reseller business early on in his career- We actually could have crossed paths at Arthur Andersen- For that last 27 years has been with KPMG at a Partner level China USHighlights - Child star at age 11...

Career OverviewBecoming a lawyer from FordhamWorking as a lawyer for 8 yearsTransitioning to an assistant director of career advisingFinding her calling with Diversity, equity and inclusion career pathWork today at a multinational technology company in the Bay area HighlightsGrowing up in the virgin islands working for the national guardsMatlock guided her career choicePerspective on the timing of law schoolHaving courage and maturity Observing others to influence her futureUsing an...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and I've got an extremely inspiration conversation for you today with my guest Albert Tseng who has built a very entrepreneurial career with impact investing, sustainable foods and social enterprise.Career Background:Co-Founder of Dao Foods Focusing on China's rising demand for meat and other protein food products with animal free alternativesFounder of Moonspire Social VenturesUtlizing the power of business to address important global issuesCOO and Strategic adv...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " I'm your host Gary Nowak and today and I was so excited and pleased to have my next guest agree to me on my podcast. Victoria Shiroma Wilson practices in my new area of focus and I've spoken with her a couple of times and was immediately impressed. Background overviewEducationDoctorate from USC MA in Psychology from Santa Clara universityMA in Asian studies from University of PennsylvaniaBA in International relatio...

I'm your host Gary Nowak and today I had so much fun with my wise beyond his years guest Alex RibeiroCareer OverviewKFC for over 6 years and started at the age of 14Commonwealth Bank for a yearGrad program @ Telstra for over 4 years with positions in: Human Resources delivery partner role Transformation and people business consultant Senior change & Implementation consultantBachelor degree in Business / commerce from University of Technology Sydney HighlightsKFC job ta...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories.I'm your host Gary Nowak and you will love my conversation with an inspring, energetic driven young lady Amanda Cuffe dialing in from Australia.Career Background:Currently an HR specialist with Telstra (Just under 4 years)HR role with Harvey Norman (Retailer)Started her own podcast "As per . . . "Unive...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories.I'm your host Gary Nowak and today I have an incredible conversation Jill Eastman. I discovered Jill to be a person with and incredible amount of Honestyintegrity A grounded perspective on life. Career Background:Senior Director of national marketing strategy and integreated planni...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories. I'm your host Gary Nowak and today I've got a special one for you with my Guest Dr. Frank Rosinia.CareerAccomplished physician ExecutiveBuilding high performance team Improving patient safetyCreating quality improvement and leading organizational change Currently holds Chairman rol...

Career OverviewDavid went to Hamilton College in NY and Johns Hopkins to get his masters in International finance in Nanjing ChinaCurrently a Manager with KPMG in Corporate strategy in the US that started originally in Shanghai ChinaPrior to KPMG he worked for the Economist Intelligence unit, Standard and Poors and Bellwether Innovation thinkingBoard Treasurer for the Pulaski Institution HighlightsCareer has been a total random walk, falling In love with languagesLoved the culture and ba...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories. I'm your host Gary Nowak and today I have a feeling that you are going to find as much inspiration in this episode as in any that I've recorded when you hear from my current guest Kim Huddle.Career Background:Growing up in Northern KentuckyWorking at:Non-ferrous foundrySara Lee as a Brand manager...

Career OverviewGrowing up and going to university in IndiaMoving into Investment banking with time at JP Morgan and Deutsche BankGetting exposure to consulting and hiring on with KPMG in LondonBecoming the VIC chair for Pride@KPMGMoving over to Australia to continue with Consulting and Currently working for Deloitte in Sydney HighlightsGrowing up in India, Singing at Mother Teresa's Funeral and a fun storyComing from India with heaps of competitionHaving been to 56 countr...

Career Overview- Entrepreneurial spirit starting at the age of 10- Educated at Australian Catholic University- Consulting experience very early onRoles as: Operations ManagerNational Sales Manager Senior business development executive Sales Director Highlights- Started consulting in her teens - Getting an MBA to compliment her current role Part time MBA Full time work - Getting special permission from the MBA school to attend- What worked for Natalie wh...

BackgroundPartner with KPMG for over 32 yearsGlobal Center of Excellence leader for Supply chain, Procurement and operational excellence)Designed and ran large scale transformational programsPartner in Charge of Life Sciences for the Australian practice HighlightsMeeting people of all walks of life as a youngsterRejecting KPMG early only to end up there for 32 yearsPassion about other cultures and peopleRealizing the FS sector isn't for himGrabbing the most out of experiencesAdvice on in...

Career OverviewProgram Manager for the Googles Growth Incubator enabling customers to accelerate their revenue growth As part of her role she is responsible for empowering a growth first mindset while tying back to her customers’ business goals. Prior to this role, Colleen oversaw thought leadership and narrative development for the Home & Consumer Services Vertical at Google. She translated the macro-economic trends into business & marketing strategies for her customer...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories.I've got a good friend and author to share his story thus far Robert Barker. Background- Author of 5 books under the pen name Robert Nicolas - Served our country in the Army - Went to Indiana University- Majored in Telecommunications and Sociology- Worked for an insurance company for 16 ...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories.I loved my conversation with Cheryl Franz a person who has a wonderful perspective on her life, career and working with others.BackgroundGoing to John Carroll university and getting her PhD in organizational psychology from Wayne State University (my hometown)Experience with some great companies to inc...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories. I've got an China focused one for you today with my guest and good friend Tom StanleyCareer overviewOver 25 years with KPMG in: TaiwanHong KongMainland ChinaCurrently COO of National Markets teamChief Knowledge Officer for KPMG ChinaHighlightsStudied Chinese in college when everyone else was...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories.You are going to love my conversation with my guest Catie Harris and stick around for the end because a special guest joins us, her young son Bond.BackgroundBeing a southern California young lady Catie went to University of California Berkeley with an MBA from UC San DiegoSpent the majority of her care...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories about their careers. I've got an entertaining and very funny one for you with my guest Rick Berthaud who has great stories and mix of industry and consulting experience Background25 years of consulting experience10 years in senior financial management positionsGreat mix of industry and consulting experience One o...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories. I've got a creative person and interesting conversation for you today with my guest Meredith Burall Career OverviewVery creative career starting in High school doing freelance work in Graphic DesignAttended Moore college of Art and DesignStarted her professional career at Asher & Company...

I've got a interesting and perspective changing one for you today with my guest Min Yoo BackgroundGrew up in Southern California going to school at UC Irvine and USCMoved to Washington DC to expand her horizons and work for two philanthropic companiesMade her way back home to work for City national Bank in data and advanced analyticsCurrently working as Director of marketing analyticsMin also has an entrepreneurial spirit and has a lot going on these days which we will cover Highlig...

I've got an outstanding one for you with my guest Vicki Phelan Career Highlights:25 plus years of consulting experience focusing on the Pharma and life sciences industryRole is in relationship development and customer satisfactionEarly in her career she worked with IBMFounder and chairperson of KPMG's Women in SSO leadership roundtableRecipient of the Best 50 women in business (NJ award) and in the KPMG's Winner's circle for top 5 business development professional Highlights Wo...

You are really going to enjoy my conversation with Brett Moorgas CareerIn the ICT (Information Communications Technology) Industry since 1994Held key roles with HP, IDC, Telstra, Emulex and AccentureIn 2015 Brett joined HCL where he is an associate VP of Analyst and advisory relations for Asia pacific and Middle EastBorn in South Africa Brett moved to sydney at the age of 2 monthsBrett enjoys global sports, Red wine and seeing dogs HighlightsGlobal roles can be challengingWe a...

I've got an out the ordinary one for you today with my young, inspirational and fun guest Charlotte McDonnold BackgroundDigital Marketing Specialist with BDO in the Atlanta office. Charlotte supports two national teams and assists with creating social media graphics, emails, proposals, and other collateral as well as managing the firm’s website. Graduated from the University of North Georgia, with a Studio Art degree focusing in photography and graphic design.HighlightsRe...

You are going to enjoy my conversation a dear friend and former mentee Bronson Quon. Bronson and I first worked together while I was with Arthur Andersen and he was interning at Disney. You will hear his story of going from intern to Partner. Bronson has had audit roles with Arthur Andersen, Deloitte and has held positions as Corporate Controller, VP of Finance, CEO and now his current Partner role with Keystone advanced solutions, a firm that specializes in subscr...

I've got a great international success story with my guest Vicki Fan. Career:Currently CEO at Mercer in Hong KongOver 20 years of experience with business growth, client centricity and people focusBig 4 experience at a Partner levelProficient at Global large scale strategic change programsOriginally from Taiwan and work experience in New York and hong kong Highlights Born in Taiwan, Moved to New York early on college and work in NYCNo clear career path, however cons...

I've got a good friend and someone with international finance experience Mario Boccalero CareerLiving in Switzerland working for DXC Technology as a Finance & Account Delivery LeadHead of Global Business Services in Tokyo, Hong Kong and Shanghai for LLX Brands (Bally and Jimmy Choo)Stated off with Avon in ItalyGreat career working in the UK, Italy, Switzerland, HK, SH and Tokyo Highlights Growing up in Lake Como area of ItalyLearning to drive as a benefit of his first...

I've got interesting one for you today with Rich Pierle, interesting because:My first face to face At a Las Vegas casino Career overview:Paperboy to CIORose to executive levels in Industry (Becton Dickinson) and Consulting Equaterra / TPIFocused on Shared service, Big Data, automation and machine learningCurrently the Managing Partner and CEO of Pier digitalThroughout his career supported by his wife Stephanie and his two daughters Highlights Running into the law on ...

I've got an fun international one for you with my guest Duha Zaatar Career HighlightsDeep financial background in:Strategic & Commercial Partnerships Financial Planning and analysisLeadership and team management globallyDuha has worked for Zurich Insurance, Johnson Controls, McDonaldsCurrently CFO with Honeywell in Dubai UAE Highlights Global background living in Dubai, US, Australia, Egypt, Syria and KuwaitSales pitch for Dubai, you might want to move ther...

I've got an Out of the ordinary one for you today with my guest Brian young. Out of the ordinary in the sense that Brian is from the Art World, not the business world. BackgroundCurrently the Director of the Baum Gallery at the University of Central ArkansasLecturer in the Art departmentHeld curator positions at Arkansas Arts Center Johns Hopkins medical center University of Maryland University College Academy Art museum Cranbrook Academy of ArtFaculty at ...

I've got a super enjoyable one for you today Susie Distefano, her personality lit up this podcast Some career highlights for Susie:Senior Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital a 340-bed care quaternary children’s hospitalThe Pediatric Heart Institute was founded under Distefano’s leadershipSenior vice president of patient care services and Chief Nursing Officer at Texas Children’s Hospital. Board chair for DePelchin Children’s Services, a...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories. I'm your host Gary Nowak and today I've got a down to earth fun, authentic one for you today with my guest Jim McGee. Career:University in Chicago @ Wheaton CollegeBack to california with the Walt Disney CompanyManaging director at Guidance SolutionsAnthem, Inc healthcareCEO of American Red ...

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their career success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories. I've got a special and enjoyable one for you with my guest Rand O'Leary BackgroundRefers to himself as Custodian to CEOCurrently serving as the Senior VP, Northern Light health President of Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical CenterAlso held roles as Chief Executive, COOWorked in several states - Mi...