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Building a Culture of Excellence: Leadership Strategies That Actually Work

June 26th, 2025

Let’s be honest, building a high-performing culture isn’t about office perks or branded coffee mugs. It’s about leading with intention, showing up for your people and asking your team, “What can I be doing better to support you?”

During our FUSION25 session “Building a Culture of Excellence: Leadership Strategies for Success,” Ryan Givens, PTMP and Emma Ulmer tackled the topic of culture head-on. And if you think culture is just a buzzword, we kindly suggest you read on.

Podcast EP 23 Rewind: Leading with Vulnerability – Max Yoder & Tiffany Sauder

December 10th, 2024

In segment one, Max Yoder (author, entrepreneur, and CEO) shares his repertoire of experiences, from co-founding Lessonly in 2012, to sharing personal stories from his upbringing, including his parents’ divorce and remarriage and his motivations rooted in financial security. Max also dissects the importance of company culture, core values, and vulnerability in leadership.

Brian switches gears to talk with Tiffany Sauder, CEO of Element Three and host of Scared Confident, along with five other commitments. Tiffany discusses how she balances several high commitment and high-stress roles, including motherhood, entrepreneurship, leadership, public speaking, and her podcast (which highlights lessons learned through her first 20 years in her career) through effective prioritization and outsourcing.

Podcast EP 21 Rewind: Smart Cities, Purposeful Leadership & Lifelong Advocacy

November 7th, 2024

In Segment 1 of this episode of Harder Than It Looks, Alex Argudin, the new chair of the International Parking and Mobility Institute (IPMI), shares her leadership philosophy focused on empowering her team and bridging the parking industry with urban planning. She aims to drive tech advancements and legislative changes in parking while staying dedicated to community service.

In Segment 2, Barby Valdes McDaniel discusses her lifelong commitment to adults with special needs, inspired by her early experiences. At the WOW Center, she supports individuals in gaining life skills, community education, and employment, stressing the essential role of family support.

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