Building Great Leaders

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Oct 2026

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What does leadership mean? How can I lead within my role? What are the lessons APi Group leaders have learned throughout their careers? The Building Great Leaders podcast aims to answer these questions and more! Leaders will share their personal stories, the mindsets that helped them excel, and the behaviors they use to positively influence others. We hope to inspire listeners to be better leaders at work, in their communities, and in their homes.

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October 20, 2026Episode 13428 min

Episode 134: Creating a Speak-up Culture

Clint Coberly , AP i Group's VP of Safety and Risk, shares his journey from growing up in a small Iowa community to pursuing a law career in Colorado . Through his law career, h e developed expertise in safety, OSHA investigations, and critical incident response, eventually becoming a trusted advisor to several Operating C ompanies before joining APi Group. Clint emphasizes the importance of relationships, proactive hazard identification, psychological safety, and maintaining a strong "speak up" culture .

September 29, 2026Episode 13343 min

Episode 133: Sailing through Challenge and the Unknown

In this Episode, Rich Macey, M&A Business Partner for Chubb UK&I, discusses his unconventional career through Sales and Marketing and how he ended up at Chubb. He tells his storied adventure of circumnavigating the globe on various yachts and boats over a two-year period and overcoming challenges that included storms, equipment failures, piracy threats, and much more. Rich expresses the importance of saying "Yes" to opportunities, facing challenges, and continuing to learn in the face of the unknown, self-imposed or otherwise.

September 8, 2026Episode 13236 min

Episode 132: Resilience and Responsibility in Leadership

In this episode, Rebecca Fullerton, Managing Director of Chubb Australia and New Zealand, explains how early experiences with working and family responsibility shaped her. She describes what brought her into the fire and security industry where she advanced through a variety of roles. Hear more about Rebeccas's challenges along the way and how those helped her develop more empathy, resilience, and taught her to embrace vulnerability. She also shares what Chubb is doing to bring leadership into everyday conversations.

August 25, 2026Episode 13126 min

Episode 131: Committed to Giving Back

In this episode, Jenni Severson, Vice President People Partner for American Fire Protection Group, discusses her people journey, and how important it is to lead and empower people in your organization. She expresses the importance of having psychological safety, the ability to be yourself, and feeling that your words are heard by your leader in order for people to truly and constantly grow. In addition, Jenni shares her passion for giving back.

August 6, 2026Episode 13044 min

Episode 130: Shifting Leadership from a Program to a Culture

In this episode, Clint Grossmann, Leadership Development Leader for Chubb Australia and New Zealand, discusses his leadership journey, and how the team has adopted both the Leadership Mindset, and the Building Great Leaders Culture of APi Group. Clint shares his experience with multiple career pivots and explains how opportunities opened up for him by trying things in new and creative ways. Hear what he's currently working on, how he translates theoretical concepts into something practical, and what fires him up the most about his role.

July 14, 2026Episode 12939 min

Episode 129: Being a Spark Plug as a Leader

In this episode, Bill DeNet, President of Tessiers, opens up about navigating career transitions with a family, overcoming imposter syndrome, and learning to step away from his comfort zone. He explains what it truly means to lead from your highest point of influence and how a culture rooted in healthy sarcasm and professional trust can supercharge an organization's speed.

June 9, 2026Episode 12823 min

Episode 128: The Power of People-First Leadership: Lessons from the Navy to API Group

In this episode, Sam Smith, Director of Inspections Enablement, shares his leadership journey from the depths of a submarine to the heart of API Group's fastest-growing program. Sam discusses how investing in people became his North Star and why he walked away from chasing titles to find a company that prioritizes long-term growth over short-term wins.

May 13, 2026Episode 12719 min

Episode 127: Embracing a Redemptive and Growth Mindset

In this episode, Bryce Muir, General Superintendent for Scaffold Service, shares his journey toward radical ownership and executive leadership. Bryce discusses how a redemptive mindset and intentional gratitude for daily opportunities have shaped his "silver liner" philosophy. He highlights his commitment to a growth mindset, sharing how he actively seeks blunt feedback through mentorship to refine his communication and leadership.

April 17, 2026Episode 12639 min

Episode 126: Leaders Develop Leaders

In this episode, Duane Patrick, Vice President of Leadership & Development for Viking Fire Protection Group, shares his evolution from a bass-playing introvert to an executive leader. From his early days in musical theater and church bands to a pivotal career wake-up call at age 22, Duane discusses how early setbacks and a commitment to daily self-reflection helped him build a culture of abundance. He shares his experience of people who have poured into him and how, he in turn, is dedicated to developing himself and others. Plus, Duane shares ideas on how to encourage IDPs in the field.

March 24, 2026Episode 12536 min

Episode 125: The Power of the Pivot: Resilience, Near-Misses, and the Ripple Effect of Leadership

In this episode, Mike West, Senior Vice-President of Elevated, shares his high-stakes leadership journey defined by resilience and a "field-first" mentality. From navigating the waterways of Fort Lauderdale as a youth to surviving a near-death accident in an elevator pit, Mike discusses how these formative experiences forged his unwavering commitment to safety and professional accountability.