Welcome to this episode of Mindful Mavericks, where we're joined by Marko Gargenta, a business tech visionary and lifelong learner. He’s the founder and CEO of PlusPlus, a platform empowering companies to build cultures rooted in knowledge sharing and collective intelligence. Before PlusPlus, he founded Marakana, which was acquired by Twitter, where he then created Twitter University to elevate engineering excellence. He’s also the host of The Intelligence Amplifiers podcast, and a strong believer in personal growth through work.

Today, we’ll be diving deep into Marko’s journey, from startup founder to thought leader, and how intentional learning has shaped his approach to leadership and innovation.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/markogargenta/

Welcome to this episode of Mindful Mavericks, where we’re joined by Michelle Gillette, a growth-oriented wellness entrepreneur and certified coach who is transforming the way we think about health, longevity, and vitality. After spending years as a senior hedge fund executive, Michelle took a bold leap into the world of wellness, blending science-backed strategies with personalized coaching to help both individuals and corporate clients unlock vibrant energy, deep connections, and lasting wellness.

From functional medicine and brain health to nervous system regulation and mindshifting techniques, Michelle’s expertise is vast and truly holistic. Her work spans not just with physical health, but also with navigating the complexity of relationships. Today, we’ll deep dive into Michelle’s journey of how she blends the science of longevity with a mindful approach to living, and how businesses and individuals alike can thrive by optimizing their health and mindset.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelledaygillette/

Welcome to Mindful Mavericks, the podcast where mindfulness meets modern leadership. I’m your host, Jackie, and I’m thrilled to have you join me on this journey! Every week, we dive into conversations with trailblazing leaders who share their unique experiences and thoughtful insights, helping you unlock your fullest potential. Whether you're looking to enhance your leadership, grow in your career, improve work-life balance, or cultivate a growth mindset, our guests provide practical tools and fresh ideas to elevate both your professional and personal life. Get ready for thought-provoking conversations you won’t want to miss!

Welcome to this episode of Mindful Mavericks, where we’re joined by Ed Tyson, a true expert in organizational leadership. Ed is the CEO of PerSynergy Consulting, founded in 2013, and the creator of the LeadershipSOPs framework—an innovative approach to structuring and optimizing leadership. He works with top executives and teams from some of the world’s leading companies across industries like tech, automotive, biotech, and fintech, helping them build and refine the communities of effort that drive success.

Ed's extensive background includes a Bachelor's in Philosophy from Penn State and a Master's in Adult Organizational Development from Temple University. He’s also the author of From Expert to Executive: Mastering the SOPs of Leading, a book I personally recommend for anyone looking to gain a fresh, more effective perspective on leadership.