Todd Brand is the President and CEO of Brand Asset Management Group in St. Louis. He is dedicated to community engagement, serving on nonprofit boards that impact families, marriages, and the broader community.

In this episode, we discuss:

- The importance of aiming for impact each day over simply meeting targets, focusing on meaningful contributions in leadership.

- Todd’s leadership journey since becoming CEO.

- His early recognition of the need for a partner with complementary skills and maturity in business leadership.

- How partnerships underscore the importance of diverse leadership qualities.

- The role of coaching and mentorship in addressing leadership skill gaps.

- Lessons from experience on the value of learning from failure and the role of humility in leadership.

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Eric Bronner is the co-founder and COO of Veterans for All Voters, a nonpartisan organization focused on empowering voters and reducing political polarization. He shares his experiences leading a national nonprofit and emphasizes the crucial role leaders play in driving meaningful change.

In this episode, we discuss:

- The role of CEOs and business leaders to influence political reform by focusing on systemic change rather than taking partisan positions.

- Growing frustration with political polarization and the need for nonpartisan solutions.

- Systemic reforms like open primaries and ranked-choice voting as ways to depolarize the political landscape.

- Why leadership requires teamwork and diverse expertise, not a solo approach.

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P.S. To find out how we can support your leadership journey, book a free, 15-minute call here: https://calendly.com/marcdbraun/15-minute-ceo-intro-call

Joe McKee is the visionary owner of the Paric Corporation and Holdings Company, a leading firm renowned for its exponential growth. He also serves as the chapter chair of the St. Louis Young Presidents' Organization (YPO) Gold and has been deeply involved in the YPO community for decades. In this episode, we discuss: - Utilizing forums that can provide valuable peer support for navigating challenges. - Spiritual support guides decisions and maintains business stability. - The benefits of risk-taking and its effects on business growth. - Prioritizing team development to cultivate a strong organizational culture. Check it out. P.S. To find out how we can support your leadership journey, book a free, 15-minute call here: https://calendly.com/marcdbraun/15-minute-ceo-intro-call