Best Paul Feith Podcasts (2025)

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Karen S Wells: Make-A-Wish America 37:24

2M ago37:24

37:24

Karen S. Wells is the Chief Operating Officer at Make-A-Wish America, a nonprofit creating life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. With over 30 years of distinctive career experiences, Karen has successfully held key leadership roles in a Fortune 500 company, multiple C-suite roles in nonprofits, and as an entrepreneur and small…

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Alice Sima - Friends of Imiliwaha 31:20

3M ago31:20

31:20

Alice Sima is the Board President of Friends of Imiliwaha, a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing education and healthcare in Tanzania. As an alumna of Benedictine University, she has been instrumental in fostering partnerships between the university and the Benedictine Sisters of Imiliwaha. Under Alice's leadership, the organization has s…

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Jenny Kopach - Science Olympiad 46:11

3M ago46:11

46:11

Jennifer Kopach is the CEO and SVP of Marketing Communications at Science Olympiad, the nation’s largest K-12 team STEM competition. She oversees operations and manages partnerships with leading businesses, government agencies, scientific associations, and higher education institutions who join Science Olympiad's mission of improving the STEM exper…

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Sr. Anthony Veilleux - St. Patrick's Residence 34:46

3M ago34:46

34:46

Sr. Anthony Veilleux is the Director of Mission Integration at St. Patrick's Residence, a nonprofit organization providing care for the aged and infirm in Naperville, Illinois. A member of the Carmelite Sisters for the Aged and Infirm for 50 years, she has played a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for residents through compassion and ded…

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Gabi Vargas – National Hispanic Suicide Prevention Network 33:50

4M ago33:50

33:50

Gabi Vargas is the Founder of the National Hispanic Suicide Prevention Network, an organization dedicated to addressing mental health and suicide prevention within the Hispanic community. She is a certified suicide loss grief support specialist and recognized 40 Under 40 Latinos in Chicago for her impactful work, empowering fellow suicide loss surv…

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Carolyn Wahlskog - Youth Outlook 24:02

4M ago24:02

24:02

Carolyn Wahlskog, LCSW (she/they), is the Director of Operations and Programming at Youth Outlook, a youth services agency working to meet the ever-evolving needs of LGBTQ+ youth and their families in northern Illinois. She is the Co-coordinator of the Transformative Justice Law Project's Name Change Mobilization, which serves trans folks across IL…

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Alison Paul - The Conservation Foundation 27:55

4M ago27:55

27:55

Alison Paul is the Vice President of Community Conservation at The Conservation Foundation, a nonprofit aimed at improving the health of communities by preserving and restoring natural areas and open space, protecting rivers and watersheds, and promoting environmental stewardship. She is a passionate environmental advocate with decades of experienc…

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Kay McKeen - SCARCE 37:34

4M ago37:34

37:34

Kay McKeen is the Founder and Executive Director of SCARCE, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing environmental education and promoting sustainability in communities through recycling and composting initiatives. Since its inception in 1990, SCARCE has reached over 2.3 million people, helping educate and inspire action in 112 countries whi…

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Vicky Joseph - Families Helping Families 20:04

5M ago20:04

20:04

Vicky Joseph is the Founder of Families Helping Families, a nonprofit organization based in Naperville that provides housing and volunteer mentors to homeless families in DuPage County as they work towards self-sufficiency through education. Over the past 30 years, she has grown the organization to support 12 families, showcasing a strong community…

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Building an Inc 5000 business with C-grade students, with Aditya Siripragada of Fountane 38:44

5M ago38:44

38:44

Why would an entrepreneur decide that hiring C-grade students is the way forward? Today Richard speaks with Aditya Siripragada, founder of Fountane. Fountane is digital product studio and venture lab changing the traditional consulting model, with 125 people across US and India. The company doubled revenue annually for 6 years and won the Inc. Top …

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Amy Rasmussen - Chicago Arts Partnerships in Education 23:58

5M ago23:58

23:58

Amy Rasmussen is the Executive Director of Chicago Arts Partnerships in Education (CAPE), a nonprofit arts and education organization dedicated to enhancing student learning through the arts by partnering with over 40 Chicago public schools. Under her leadership, CAPE has made significant strides in arts integration, collaborating with professional…

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Navigating Nonprofit Success in a Changing World 9:28

5M ago9:28

9:28

Paul Feith is the President of Paul Gregory Media, a mission-based digital marketing agency that offers services such as branding, marketing campaigns, social media management, SEO, advertising, and fundraising. Paul is a self-described computer and technology nerd who started his first entrepreneurial venture as the owner of Compu-Tech, a database…

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Kelly Knox - Special Spaces Illinois 30:01

6M ago30:01

30:01

Kelly Knox is the Illinois Director of Special Spaces, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating dream bedrooms for children with cancer. With over a decade of leadership at Special Spaces, she has overseen the transformation of over 400 children's rooms, touching the lives of families throughout Illinois. Kelly's journey to finding her true p…

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Do CEOs really have (or need) a super power? with Rebecca Harrison (African Management Institute) 44:40

6M ago44:40

44:40

Do you need to have a super power to be an effective CEO? What happens if you don't? How can you build a pan-continental business with zero experience? And how can you empower your managers to lead effectively? In this episode Richard speaks with Rebecca Harrison, who has spent the last decade building the African Management Institute (AMI), Africa…

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Taylor Endicott - Giving DuPage 19:37

6M ago19:37

19:37

Taylor Endicott is the Community Program Manager at Giving DuPage, an organization dedicated to promoting volunteerism and connecting volunteers with nonprofit organizations throughout DuPage County. She has government and nonprofit work experience, including her previous role at Make-A-Wish Illinois. Taylor is committed to serving the community an…

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Building a global business from day 1, with Fred Plais (CEO, platform.sh) (S14E14) 44:12

6M ago44:12

44:12

How can you build a business that is genuinely global on day one? How do you set up marketing, sales, delivery, recruitment and operations when your local market is not going to be your largest market, and where you want customers to come from anywhere? Today Richard speaks with Fred Plais, co-founder and CEO of Platform.sh, a leading, VC funded Pl…

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Chad Pedigo - DuPage Pads 41:13

6M ago41:13

41:13

Chad Pedigo is the Vice President of Development at DuPage Pads, a nonprofit organization focused on ending homelessness in DuPage County by offering comprehensive services, including health resources, education, and food assistance. With over a decade of experience in nonprofit management and community leadership, he has been integral in transform…

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Mary Kerbs - Naperville Elderly Homes 32:12

7M ago32:12

32:12

Mary Kerbs is the Executive Director at Naperville Elderly Homes and the nonprofit Owner of Martin Avenue Apartments in Naperville. Martin Avenue is a unique, affordable community of nearly 200 lower-income seniors who value independence. With over 25 years of corporate experience at Amoco Corporation and BP America, Mary brought her finance and re…

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Staying lean and agile for world-leading growth | Toms Jurjevs, CEO, Sun Finance (S14E13) 34:54

7M ago34:54

34:54

How can you keep lean and efficient despite hyper growth? Welcome to The Impact Multiplier CEO, helping you to 10X your financials, 10X your positive impact and 10X the fun you have along the way! Today Richard Medcalf is speaking with Toms Jurjevs, Founder and CEO of Sun Finance, a 1200-person strong business that was recently recognised as the No…

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Jenifer Fabian - People's Resource Center 25:48

7M ago25:48

25:48

Jenifer Fabian is the CEO of People's Resource Center, a nonprofit organization based in Chicago, IL, that provides essential services for low-income and disadvantaged communities in DuPage County. Under her leadership, PRC has grown to engage over 2,300 staff and volunteers, serving 25,000 to 30,000 residents annually. With a microbiology and publ…

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Molly Beck Dean – WeGo Together for Kids 21:14

7M ago21:14

21:14

Molly Beck Dean is the Director of WeGo Together for Kids, a nonprofit organization collaborating with over 60 community partners to support West Chicago families and their children from birth to 12th grade. With over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, she has excelled in program development, networking, and event planning, contributin…

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Avoiding CEOs mistakes when scaling from £0M to £15M+, with Peter Busby (Founder, Grayce) (S14E12) 41:39

7M ago41:39

41:39

How can you avoid the common mistakes CEOs make as they scale from £0M to £15M? Today we find out. Richard speaks to Peter Busby, founder of professional services company Grayce that he scaled scaled to £15M in 7 years with 240 people. Peter shares his insights on building a successful business. We’ll explore everything from the lean startup approa…

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Kendra Connor - Treasure Chest Foundation 23:01

7M ago23:01

23:01

Kendra Connor is the Executive Director of the Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest Foundation, a nonprofit organization that provides toys and gifts to children and teens undergoing cancer treatment. Since joining in July 2023, she has leveraged her extensive experience in the nonprofit sector, having previously worked at CASA of River Valley and DuP…

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Kimberly White - Career & Networking Center 28:30

8M ago28:30

28:30

Kimberly White is the Executive Director of the Career & Networking Center (CNC), a company that provides diverse resources to empower individuals to achieve fulfilling employment. She is a visionary leader who champions career transformation and community service. Having begun her journey assisting military personnel in career transitions, Kimberl…

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Growing a business that's never been done before, with Karl Andersson (CEO, Motatos) (S14E11) 31:32

8M ago31:32

31:32

How do you grow a business that is so innovative it changes how your entire ecosystem needs to work? Today Richard speaks with Karl Andersson, Founder of Matsmart-Motatos, one of Europe's fastest-growing companies according to the Financial Times with a consistent annual growth of some 70%. Matsmart-Motatos is aiding the sustainable reform of the f…

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Nina Menis - KidsMatter 34:11

8M ago34:11

34:11

Nina Menis is the CEO and Executive Director of KidsMatter, a nonprofit organization focused on supporting youth and fostering community engagement. In her role, she leads efforts to provide youth with opportunities for personal growth, mental health support, and career exploration. For over 30 years, Nina has worked in advancement for public and p…

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Marc Kalan - The Essence of Marketing 43:41

9M ago43:41

43:41

Marc Kalan is an Associate Professor of Professional Practice at Rutgers Business School. As a seasoned marketing and sales executive turned award-winning educator, Marc leverages his over 30 years of experience in the corporate world to train future business leaders. He also has an extensive background in consumer packaged goods (CPG) and brand ma…

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The skills you'll need in an AI world, with Tim Smeaton (CEO, Kubrick Group) (S14E10) 44:47

9M ago44:47

44:47

What are the skills you'll need to develop in your business, in an AI world? This is the question Richard explores with today's guest. Tim Smeaton is the CEO and Co-Founder of Kubrick Group, a company that helps organizations realise the value of data, AI, and cloud technology. In this conversation, you’ll learn: Why Tim recommends you "ignore amaz…

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Social Mobility in the Rutgers Business School 28:24

9M ago28:24

28:24

Luke Greeley is the Associate Dean of the undergraduate program at Rutgers Business School in Newark, leading all aspects of the student lifecycle from recruitment, advice, student experience, retention, and career preparation to graduation. He boasts 15 years of experience in higher education administration, leading diverse projects and initiative…

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DuPage Health Coalition 30:33

9M ago30:33

30:33

Kara Murphy is the President of DuPage Health Coalition, a nonprofit organization helping people access high-quality healthcare. With a vast history in the hospital and healthcare industry, she channels her experience into leading purpose-driven healthcare efforts. Kara has led the Coalition through economic crises and pandemic challenges, emphasiz…

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Reinventing the business to add $500M turnover in 4 years, with Michael Riedl (CEO, Team Internet) (S14E09) 41:41

10M ago41:41

41:41

That's what Richard Medcalf explores with Michael Riedl, the CEO of Team Internet. The business was founded in 1996 as a web services company distributing domain names, until Michael led a strategic charge to double-down on new solutions including online marketing. In this conversation, you’ll learn: The story of how they acquired 17 businesses in …

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Kandice Henning - Alive Center 24:58

11M ago24:58

24:58

Kandice Henning is the Founder and Executive Director of the Alive Center in Naperville, Illinois, an organization that offers inclusive experiences in learning, sharing, and discovery to help individuals connect with their passions. Since merging with NaperBridge in January 2015, Alive has enhanced its teen program. Kandice is also a Life Coach an…

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A Net Promoter Score that's ‘off the charts’, with Logan Naidu (CEO & Founder, Kernel Global) (S14E08) 45:05

11M ago45:05

45:05

In this conversation, you’ll learn: How Logan (and Richard) relate business and faith How to 'wow' people and build a powerful network of 6000 people (it's simple, but not always easy) The three big decisions everybody needs to address How Logan has built a culture of excellence that resulted in a Net Promoter Score "so high its almost unbelievable…

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Rebecca Malotke-Meslin: Developing and Retaining Women Leaders 29:20

11M ago29:20

29:20

Rebecca Malotke-Meslin is the Owner and Coach at Pleasantly Aggressive, an organization offering leadership consulting for women in schools and nonprofits by fostering inclusivity. As a leader in independent schools, Rebecca saw smart, capable women doubting themselves, getting frustrated, and burning out before reaching their personal and professi…

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How to attack a 'dominated' market, with Björn Thorngren (CEO, Meds) (S14E07) 38:36

11M ago38:36

38:36

In this episode,- Richard Medcalf speaks with Björn Thorngren, the CEO and co-founder of MEDS, a leading online pharmacy in Sweden. MEDS has been the fastest-growing Swedish company (2018-2021) according to the Financial Times, having grown in 6 years to 800,000 customers with a brand recognised by 50% of people. In this conversation, you’ll learn:…

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The Eco-Friendly Mobile Farm Stand Project 26:21

12M ago26:21

26:21

Bob Kopach is the Founder and Executive Director of The Eco-Friendly Mobile Farm Stand Project, a nonprofit on a mission to set up and provide gas-free and emissions-free transportation to organizations that reach out to underserved communities. Bob has dedicated his career to making a positive impact for over thirty years. As a senior executive fo…

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Dylan Ladd of Illinois Conservatory for the Arts 25:08

12M ago25:08

25:08

Dylan Ladd is a school leader, music educator and the Co-founder and Executive Director of the Illinois Conservatory for the Arts. With experience in teaching grades 6-12 and leading an arts magnet program in an urban school district, he has developed skills in educational leadership and arts curriculum and instruction. Dylan is currently pioneerin…

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S14E06: How to land your mission and message with impact, with Jack Murray (CEO, Media HQ) 49:43

1y ago49:43

49:43

That's the question Richard explores today with Jack Murray, entrepreneur and the CEO of MediaHQ, a leading Irish SaaS company that has revolutionized the PR and communications industry with its comprehensive media contacts database and press release distribution tools. Jack is also an author, having penned "The Magic Slice," where he explores the …

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Janell Robinson - Hope's Front Door 28:14

1y ago28:14

28:14

Janell Robinson is the Executive Director at Hope's Front Door, a mission-focused organization providing resources like food, medication, and educational programs in DuPage County. With over 18 years of experience in human services and management in the nonprofit space, her expertise lies in fundraising and advocating for civic engagement. Through …

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A Philanthropic Guide to the Gems of Aurora 45:52

1y ago45:52

45:52

Joel Friend is the Director of Corporate Giving and Sponsorships at Paramount Theatre in Aurora. Passionate about fostering relationships between the business and arts communities, his commitment to philanthropy supports the Paramount Theatre, RiverEdge Park, the Copley Theater, and the newly opening Stolp Island Theater. Joel's background in perfo…

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Cultural Integration for Children and Families 28:27

1y ago28:27

28:27

Andrea Ingram is the President and CEO of DuPage Children’s Museum, where she has led transformational change culminating in evidence-based impact. As a visionary, entrepreneurial, and mission-driven leader, she champions diversity, equity, and collaboration. Andrea is also an experienced lawyer, public policy advocate, social service agency execut…

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Love-Led Leadership 25:28

1y ago25:28

25:28

Nicki Anderson is an entrepreneur, author, and the former Founder and Director of Benedictine University’s undergraduate women's leadership program. With over 25 years of business experience, she is a seasoned strategist and visionary leader focused on driving results through innovative approaches and dynamic leadership. Nicki has mentored and coac…

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Creating exponential results by playing the long game, with Dorie Clark (S11E10) 43:41

1y ago43:41

43:41

Today Richard speaks with Dorie Clark. Dorie is the WSJ Bestselling author of The Long Game, as well as Entrepreneurial You, Reinventing You, and Stand Out. The New York Times has described Dorie as an "expert at self-reinvention and helping others make changes in their lives." She has been named to the Thinkers50 list three times. In this conversa…

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Disrupting the Charitable Giving Space 34:19

1y ago34:19

34:19

Chase Harmer is the Founder of Wishes Inc, a platform designed to make charitable giving instant, tax-deductible, and transparent. As an accomplished entrepreneur, he built and sold a $40 million business at the age of 32. A veteran in the payments industry, Chase has a track record of scaling startups and creating innovative technological solution…

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Reinventing a Nonprofit Organization 26:03

1y ago26:03

26:03

Shelley Taylor is the Executive Director of the Center for Educational Change (CEC), which works with school districts across the US to implement measurable social change. In her role, she manages programs, partnerships, and content for teacher evaluations, mentoring, and leadership and inclusion practices. As a National Board Certified Teacher (NB…

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S14E05: "CEO GPT": How CEOs can harness Generative AI in their own leadership 28:09

1y ago28:09

28:09

In this episode, we'll share cutting-edge insight about how you can make that happen. Elisa Farri is vice president and co-lead of Capgemini Invent’s Management Lab. She is listed in the Thinkers50 Radar Class of 2023. She is a frequent contributor to leading management magazines, including the Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Rotman Management…

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Dorri McWhorter - Social Enterprise With the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago 21:58

1y ago21:58

21:58

Dorri McWhorter is the President and CEO of the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, an organization that is inspiring change with the power of play. Dorri is known for her innovative leadership and commitment to social impact. With a background in both corporate and social change sectors, she brings a unique blend of experience to her role. Recognized as…

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Living With Purpose 22:49

1y ago22:49

22:49

Clara Lucia Jaramillo-Carrier, Brand Strategist at Paul Gregory Media, is an expert in transformational leadership and coaching with more than 40,000 hours of studying and training to her credit. She helps people, businesses, and organizations find success by activating their purpose. Over the past decade, she has used relentless mental fitness and…

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Good Shepherd Church - A New Leader 28:30

1y ago28:30

28:30

Tara Beth Leach is the Senior Pastor at Good Shepherd Church in Naperville and dedicated to spreading the message of love and grace. With a rich background in ministry, she’s served in various leadership roles, including Youth Minister at Good Shepherd Church and Pastor of Servant Ministry & Missional Life at Christ Church of Oak Brook. Previously,…

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S13E37: "Impact investing is broken", with Brett Simmons (CEO, Scale Link) 35:19

1y ago35:19

35:19

We're continuing our season on "business as a force for good", Richard speaks with Brett Simmons, CEO of Scale Link. Scale Link is a social venture and a first-of-its-kind secondary market for small business loans, working with more than 30 community development finance institutions (CDFIs) and having purchased over $52M in loans over the last 3 ye…

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