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Join host Greg McDonough on a transformative journey as "The Chief Endurance Officer" explores the incredible power of positive energy and sustained effort. This podcast delves into the real-life stories of individuals who have harnessed the endurance mindset to achieve remarkable goals in every facet of life – personal achievements, professional success, and athletic triumphs. Visit our website www.chiefenduranceofficer.com for additional resources and exclusive content, and subscribe to hear these inspiring episodes every Friday!

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October 23, 2026Episode 18441 min

The 250-Hour Rule - Nishant Bhardwaj - Chief Endurance Officer with Greg McDonough - Episode #184

Take your operational focus, enterprise AI strategy, and personal performance to the next level with game-changing insights on setting immovable goals, managing corporate burnout, and looking at leadership through a 50-year horizon. It’s time to stop relying on public AI models that harvest your data and start building private, deterministic AI infrastructure that your enterprise actually owns. Who better to guide you through this transition than 3x tech founder, 10x Ironman finisher, 2x TEDx speaker, and CEO and CoFounder of PingAura AI, Nishant Bhardwaj? You will learn why consistency and training redefine who you are long before race day, how small language models (SLMs) protect enterprise data privacy, and how applying the "250-Hour Rule" can completely transform your personal and professional health under extreme constraints. Get motivated to shed social validation, build sustainable seasonal habits, and harness AI agents as your next primary revenue distribution channel! Takeaways: The Endurance Re-Engineering Framework: Treat product launches and business milestones like an Ironman race: set the date on the calendar first, then reverse-engineer every daily habit around it. You Become an Ironman in Training: Crossing the finish line is just a validation point; true resilience and character are forged during the quiet, unseen weeks of preparation. Private SLMs vs. Public LLMs: Enterprises must move away from renting public models that harvest proprietary data and invest in owned, small language models to achieve deterministic, secure business outputs. Marketing for Machines: As search behavior shifts to AI environments like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity, businesses must prepare for AI agents to become their primary customer acquisition and distribution channels. The 250-Hour Rule for Health: Investing just 250 hours a year - less than 2% of your total time - is all it takes to complete a marathon, lose weight, or transform your physical longevity. Quote of the Show: "You become an Ironman in your training. On the finish line, you just get a medal.” - Nishant Bhardwaj Links: Nishant’s LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishantbhardwaj11/ PingAura AI’s Website: https://www.pingaura.ai Instagram: @nishantbhardwajofficial Upcoming Book: “Marketing for Machines: How AI Agents Will Become Your Next Customers and Revenue Channel” - Out December 9th! Ways to Tune In: Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4 Google Podcasts : https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music : https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict : https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer : https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM : https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser : https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes : https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ Keep up to date on our social accounts: Check out our Website: http://enduranceofficer.com/ Community Discount Link: https://ceopodcast.myezrewards.com/signup/chief-endurance-officer-podcast Join my Endurance Leadership Community: https://endurance-leadership-community.mn.co/share/_C3ZDRz7OX2vbCme?utm_source=manual Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts . Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/

October 16, 2026Episode 18337 min

Winning on the Boring Days - Gerry Morton - Chief Endurance Officer with Greg McDonough - Episode #183

Take your energy, leadership, and personal longevity to the next level with game-changing insights on building sustainable daily habits, staving off executive burnout, and shifting from finite athletic goals to an infinite lifestyle. It’s time to stop chasing short-term intensity and start winning on the "boring days" through relentless consistency. Who better to guide you through this transition than 4x Ironman finisher, veteran CPG entrepreneur, TIGER 21 Chair of Excellence, and CEO of NutriScience Corp, Gerry Morton? You will learn the 5 essentials for health, strength, and energy, why connection and daily walks are just as critical as workouts, and how to protect your mental and physical bandwidth in an always-on AI world. Get motivated to perform an energy audit, prioritize recovery over constant performance, and build a high-performance routine that lasts for the next decade and beyond! Takeaways: Consistency Beats Intensity: Nobody wins on race day alone; long-term success in business and athletics is built by showing up on the quiet, routine days. The 5 Essentials for Health and Energy: Focus on nutrition, movement, sleep, stress recovery, and connection, none of which require expensive products. Connection as a Health Essential: Prioritizing scheduled relationships and daily walks is just as impactful for longevity as heavy physical training. Combating Always-On Executive Stress: As technology ratchets up performance expectations, leaders must deliberately disengage and audit their time to preserve energy. Shifting from Finite Goals to an Infinite Lifestyle: Transitioning away from chasing personal bests toward sustainable, multi-discipline habits leads to greater fulfillment and long-term health. Quote of the Show: "Endurance teaches you that nobody wins on a single big day. You win on the boring days by showing up again and again." - Gerry Morton Links: Gerry’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerrymorton/ Nutriscience’s Website: nutriscience.com Additional: gerrymorton.com Ways to Tune In: Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4 Google Podcasts : https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music : https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict : https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer : https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM : https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser : https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes : https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ Keep up to date on our social accounts: Check out our Website: http://enduranceofficer.com/ Community Discount Link: https://ceopodcast.myezrewards.com/signup/chief-endurance-officer-podcast Join my Endurance Leadership Community: https://endurance-leadership-community.mn.co/share/_C3ZDRz7OX2vbCme?utm_source=manual Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts . Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/

October 9, 2026Episode 18233 min

Beyond Boardroom Identity - Lauren Golen - Chief Endurance Officer with Greg McDonough - Episode #182

Take your leadership, self-awareness, and personal alignment to the next level with game-changing insights on breaking free from outdated survival identities, intentional room-stretching, and body-led discernment. It’s time to stop letting past strategies drive your future and start leading from deep internal knowing rather than performance-driven metrics. Who better to guide you through this transition than serial entrepreneur, executive advisor, wellness pioneer, and Founder of Your Aligned Life, Lauren Golen? You will learn how to recognize when business identity diverges from personal fulfillment, why stepping into intimidating rooms accelerates personal growth, and how to transition from simply "surviving" to truly living. Get motivated to embrace life’s inevitable struggles, let go of unnecessary control, and build an intentional, aligned legacy for your next decade of leadership! Takeaways: The Power of Getting Up: An endurance mindset is built on getting up after every failure and viewing every obstacle as a breakthrough opportunity. Seeking Intentionally Harder Rooms: Growth happens when you intentionally place yourself in environments where you feel like the least experienced person in the room. Breaking Survival Identities: Midlife leaders often carry early "survival identities" formed before age 13; recognizing when these patterns are running the show is essential for next-level leadership. Body-Led Discernment Over Spreadsheets: Continuing to rely on past strategies, spreadsheets, and external noise leads to unfulfillment; real clarity comes from stillness and trusting internal knowing. The Discipline of Letting Go: Leading from alignment requires opening your hands, letting go of performance-driven control, and focusing on your core calling rather than external validation. Quote of the Show: "Every single challenge, every time there was a real failure, was an opportunity to learn, see something, and break through." - Lauren Golen Links: Lauren’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurengolen/ Substack: @laurengolen Ways to Tune In: Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4 Google Podcasts : https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music : https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict : https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer : https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM : https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser : https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes : https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ Keep up to date on our social accounts: Check out our Website: http://enduranceofficer.com/ Community Discount Link: https://ceopodcast.myezrewards.com/signup/chief-endurance-officer-podcast Join my Endurance Leadership Community: https://endurance-leadership-community.mn.co/share/_C3ZDRz7OX2vbCme?utm_source=manual Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts . Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/

October 2, 2026Episode 18138 min

Developing agency over your attention - Aaron Hendon - Chief Endurance Officer with Greg McDonough - Episode #181

How can a radical new definition of discipline transform your sales performance, executive endurance, and relationship with hustle culture? Today’s guest is a mindfulness instructor, keynote speaker, and serial entrepreneur. Introducing Aaron Hendon, Founder of The Mindful CEO, managing broker at Christine & Company with eXp, creator of the Mindful Sales Method, and best-selling author. Aaron joins host Gregory McDonough to discuss how abandoning harsh self-criticism in favor of open-hearted learning creates sustainable endurance in both business and life. He also shares practical micro-meditations, strategies for agency of attention, and how mindfulness shifts performance from forced obligation to genuine passion. Takeaways: Redefining Discipline: True discipline isn't harsh, strict grinding; it is doing something over and over again with an open heart and a willingness to learn. Self-Kindness as an Endurance Fuel: Being gentle and open with yourself provides far greater capacity for long-term execution than fear of failure or shame-based motivation. Developing Agency of Attention: Mindfulness isn't about emptying your mind; it's the intentional practice of bringing your attention back to the present moment without judgment. Listening to the Body's Communication: Learning to distinguish between physical exhaustion and mental resistance helps leaders avoid burnout and make better long-term decisions. Mindset Over Mechanics in Sales: Top-performing salespeople thrive when they shift from manipulative, script-heavy pressure to grounded, present-moment listening and relationship-building. Quote of the Show: "Discipline is doing something over and over and over and over again with an open heart and a willingness to learn." - Aaron Hendon Links: Aaron’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronhendon/ Website: aaronhendon.com Ways to Tune In: Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4 Google Podcasts : https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music : https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict : https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer : https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM : https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser : https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes : https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ Keep up to date on our social accounts: Check out our Website: http://enduranceofficer.com/ Community Discount Link: https://ceopodcast.myezrewards.com/signup/chief-endurance-officer-podcast Join my Endurance Leadership Community: https://endurance-leadership-community.mn.co/share/_C3ZDRz7OX2vbCme?utm_source=manual Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts . Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/

September 25, 2026Episode 18035 min

Dropping the A-Bomb - Jenny Wordsworth - Chief Endurance Officer with Greg McDonough - Episode #180

How can 700-mile solo expeditions across Antarctica unlock capital, break open doors in business, and build an evidence-based FemTech company? Today’s guest is an inspiring polar explorer, M&A lawyer, and femtech founder! Introducing Jenny Wordsworth, North Face endurance athlete, polar explorer, former M&A lawyer, and CEO & Founder of Ovum. Jenny joins host Gregory McDonough to share her harrowing stories of solo skiing to the South Pole, including surviving gangrene and medical evacuations, and how she translates her extreme endurance mindset into founding an award-winning fertility brand. She also delves into controlling the controllables, pitching VCs, and navigating the startup journey without cutting corners. Takeaways: "Dropping the A-Bomb" in Business: Authentically leading with your most extreme personal achievements and endurance background opens doors with investors and partners faster than standard financial decks. Control the Controllables: Whether facing Antarctic weather or navigating an unpredictable fertility journey, high performers focus purely on their preparation, inputs, and mindset while letting go of unmanageable variables. Uncompromising Product Standards: True brand credibility is built by refusing to compromise on scientific evidence or safety data, even when manufacturers or investors pressure you to cut costs. Building Trust Through Independence: Gaining top-tier medical and B2B validation, such as inclusion in 38 UK IVF clinic protocols, requires delivering genuine, uncompromised value rather than transactional affiliate kickbacks. Growth Mindset in Community: Surrounding yourself with collaborative, curious, and resilient people transforms extreme personal goals into compounding long-term success. Quote of the Show: "I can't believe how many doors in business just that one story opens... We call it 'dropping the A-bomb.' I cannot believe the doors it opens." - Jenny Wordsworth Links: Jenny’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-wordsworth/ Ovum’s Website: http://www.startwithovum.com Ovum Instagram: @startwithovum Ways to Tune In: Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4 Google Podcasts : https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music : https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict : https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer : https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM : https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser : https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes : https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ Keep up to date on our social accounts: Check out our Website: http://enduranceofficer.com/ Community Discount Link: https://ceopodcast.myezrewards.com/signup/chief-endurance-officer-podcast Join my Endurance Leadership Community: https://endurance-leadership-community.mn.co/share/_C3ZDRz7OX2vbCme?utm_source=manual Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts . Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/

September 18, 2026Episode 17928 min

Life Before and After the Row - Thomas Cremona - Chief Endurance Officer with Greg McDonough - Episode #179

How does a childhood battle with leukemia transform an individual into a world-record-holding ocean rower and successful serial entrepreneur? Today’s guest is an inspiring ocean rower, world record holder, and serial entrepreneur. Introducing Thomas Cremona, multiple world record holder, chartered accountant, founder of Casa Rooms, and Director at Malta Business Network. Thomas joins host Gregory McDonough to share his life-altering journey of rowing across the Atlantic Ocean, setting a world record that stood for seven years, and scaling a premier property management business in Malta. He also explores how pushing through extreme physical limits translates directly to navigating business challenges, fundraising, and team leadership. Takeaways: Life "Pre-Row" vs. "Post-Row": Taking on extreme ultra-endurance challenges, like a 30+ day Atlantic ocean row, fundamentally shifts your confidence, mindset, and perspective on what is possible in life and business. Persisting Through the "Nos": Achieving ambitious goals requires enduring countless rejections, whether securing sponsors for a record-breaking row or pitching investors. Overlapping Mindsets of Business and Endurance: Both scaling a business and ocean rowing demand waking up every day, managing team motivation, maintaining a positive attitude through bad days, and pushing toward a long-term goal. Overcoming Childhood Cancer as Inspiration: Surviving childhood leukemia inspired Thomas to undertake his Atlantic row to demonstrate life beyond cancer and raise vital funds for Putinu Cares. The "Easy Wins" Productivity Hack: When feeling unmotivated or overwhelmed, breaking down massive daily goals by starting with small, easy-to-accomplish tasks builds momentum to tackle tough challenges. Quote of the Show: "You get a lot of no’s and people say you're crazy... You just have to keep on persisting. You see your goal out there, and every day you wake up and push, push, push." - Thomas Cremona Links: Thomas’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-j-cremona-b100b265/ Malta Business Network’s Website: http://www.maltabusinessnetwork.com Email: thomas@cremona.mt Ways to Tune In: Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4 Google Podcasts : https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music : https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict : https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer : https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM : https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser : https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes : https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ Keep up to date on our social accounts: Check out our Website: http://enduranceofficer.com/ Community Discount Link: https://ceopodcast.myezrewards.com/signup/chief-endurance-officer-podcast Join my Endurance Leadership Community: https://endurance-leadership-community.mn.co/share/_C3ZDRz7OX2vbCme?utm_source=manual Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts . Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/

September 11, 2026Episode 17833 min

Preventative Maintenance for the Mind and Body - William Bosch - Chief Endurance Officer with Greg McDonough - Episode #178

How can high-performing executives prevent chronic stress and severe burnout while optimizing their biological healthspan for the long game? Today’s guest is an inspiring longevity innovator and health entrepreneur. Introducing William "Billy" Bosch, Founder and CEO of LONGevityX and former co-founder of Iconic Protein. Billy partners with host Gregory McDonough to share his personal journey through extreme physical stress, including shingles and Bell's palsy, and how it inspired him to create precision diagnostic protocols for CEOs, athletes, and entrepreneurs. He also delves into the transition to "Healthcare 3.0" and practical habits for mastering sleep, nutrition, and longevity. Takeaways : The Danger of Pushing Through Red Flags: Trying to power through extreme stress can result in severe physical breakdowns like shingles or facial paralysis; listening to your body's early warnings is critical. Quarterbacking Your Own Health: True preventative wellness requires moving away from reactive "Healthcare 2.0" medicine to a proactive, diagnostic-driven "Healthcare 3.0" framework. The 80/20 Longevity Equation: 80% of long-term health outcomes depend on daily lifestyle choices (sleep, stress management, diet), while 20% stems from advanced diagnostics, supplements, and specialized therapies. Scaling Up Sustainable Habits: New health and fitness resolutions fail when people jump in too fast; long-term success comes from scaling habits incrementally over time. Protecting Sleep Architecture: High performers can dramatically improve recovery by closing eating windows three hours before bed, eliminating bedroom electronics, and utilizing cold, dark environments. Quote of the Show: "Your body is essentially the last car you'll ever get for the rest of your life. If you have that one car, you're going to take care of it... So why don't we have a preventative maintenance schedule for our body?" - William Bosch Links: William Bosch’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamvbosch/ Longevity-X’s Website: https://www.longevity-x.com/ Email: william@longevity-x.com Ways to Tune In: Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4 Google Podcasts : https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music : https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict : https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer : https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM : https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser : https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes : https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ Keep up to date on our social accounts: Check out our Website: http://enduranceofficer.com/ Community Discount Link: https://ceopodcast.myezrewards.com/signup/chief-endurance-officer-podcast Join my Endurance Leadership Community: https://endurance-leadership-community.mn.co/share/_C3ZDRz7OX2vbCme?utm_source=manual Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts . Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/

September 4, 2026Episode 17737 min

"Control What You Can Control - Andrew Towne - Chief Endurance Officer with Greg McDonough - Episode #177

What can five ocean-rowing world records and a childhood nickname like "Town's Busted" teach us about resilience? Today's guest turned early rejection into an extraordinary athletic and professional career. Introducing Andrew Towne, founder and CEO of Gregory Point, a fund building retail concepts across the country. Andrew partners with host Gregory McDonough to share how his endurance mindset, shaped by collegiate rowing, mountaineering, and ocean rowing world records, has taught him to focus only on what he can control. He also delves into how preparing for worst-case scenarios, on the water, on a mountain, and in business, has shaped his approach to leadership and decision-making. Takeaways: Andrew credits his endurance mindset to three lessons: the direct correlation between effort and results in sport, confidence built through consistent showing up, and resilience learned from picking himself back up after setbacks. As a teenager, Andrew was bullied and nicknamed "Town's Busted" after being teased for his weight. He found rowing in college with no prior athletic experience, and by senior year, helped his team win a national championship. Andrew describes focusing only on the "bullseyes," the wins and successes, rather than dwelling on the much larger number of near-misses, as a mental framework that has carried him through both sport and business setbacks. In 2015, Andrew was at Mount Everest Base Camp when an earthquake triggered an avalanche that killed dozens of people nearby. His expedition camp became a makeshift hospital for 48 hours, an experience that taught him the value of preparing for the unexpected. A near-miss on Denali, where two teammates suffered altitude sickness and the group wasted critical time deciding how to respond, led Andrew to build a 35-point safety checklist before a later ocean row from South America to Antarctica, testing every safety system in advance. Andrew is now founder and CEO of Gregory Point, a fund building and operating retail concepts in the garment care industry, starting in Colorado. He's drawn to the real estate and community aspects of the business, as well as the opportunity to help workers without formal credentials grow into skilled professionals. Before founding Gregory Point, Andrew spent six years at BCG advising energy, tech, and government clients, then helped scale the Tommy Express car wash platform from one location to 29 across 10 states in just 36 months. Quote of the Show: "I can't necessarily control the outcome, but I can control how I respond, how I get back up, and even if I'm not happy with my result, how I prepare for the next race." - Andrew Towne Links: Andrew’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-towne-88632067/ Gregory Point’s Website: www.gregorypoint.com Email address: andrew@gregorypoint.com Ways to Tune In: Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4 Google Podcasts : https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music : https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict : https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer : https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM : https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser : https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes : https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ Keep up to date on our social accounts: Check out our Website: http://enduranceofficer.com/ Community Discount Link: https://ceopodcast.myezrewards.com/signup/chief-endurance-officer-podcast Join my Endurance Leadership Community: https://endurance-leadership-community.mn.co/share/_C3ZDRz7OX2vbCme?utm_source=manual Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts . Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/

August 28, 2026Episode 17637 min

Reverse Engineering The Finish Line - Will Thomas - Chief Endurance Officer with Greg McDonough - Episode #176

How can designing extreme endurance experiences unlock deep human connection, empathy, and lifelong storytelling? Introducing Will Thomas, Co-Founder at House Innovations and Owner of Boltwood & Company. Will partners with host Gregory McDonough to share how building over 150 live events, including the Boston Triathlon, has given him a profound perspective on grit, community, and human vulnerability. He also delves into why endurance sports act as a universal language for personal transformation and leadership. Takeaways: Endurance as a Storytelling Engine: Completing difficult physical tasks creates a shared language that instantly builds trust, intimacy, and empathy among people. There Is No Finish Line: Reaching a major milestone isn't the end of the journey; true growth comes from continually seeking new, novel adventures. Reverse Engineering Human Emotion: Successful leaders and event designers start with how they want people to feel at the finish line and work backward to execute the details. Shared Suffering Equalizes Everyone: Whether you are an elite pro or a back-of-the-pack finisher, extreme challenges strip away ego and reveal core human resilience. Relentless Persistence in Permitting & Business: Overcoming two years of bureaucratic obstacles to launch a major city event proves that stubborn determination beats initial rejection. Quote of the Show: "Endurance was really about storytelling. It was about going on these journeys internally, externally, that took you to amazing places, to meet amazing people, to meet amazing challenges." - Will Thomas Links: Will Thomas’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamboltwoodthomas/ Gesundheit Media’s Website: http://www.blessyou.co Will@active-ethos.com bostontri.com Ways to Tune In: Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4 Google Podcasts : https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music : https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict : https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer : https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM : https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser : https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes : https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ Keep up to date on our social accounts: Check out our Website: http://enduranceofficer.com/ Community Discount Link: https://ceopodcast.myezrewards.com/signup/chief-endurance-officer-podcast Join my Endurance Leadership Community: https://endurance-leadership-community.mn.co/share/_C3ZDRz7OX2vbCme?utm_source=manual Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts . Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/

August 21, 2026Episode 17529 min

Setbacks Into Motivation - Stan Freemon - Chief Endurance Officer with Greg McDonough - Episode #175

How can an endurance mindset help you overcome brutal setbacks in both sports and executive leadership? Today’s guest is an unstoppable serial entrepreneur and Ironman ambassador. Introducing Stan Freemon, President and CEO at Hunter Freeman Group. Stan partners with host Gregory McDonough to share how he pushed through a catastrophic 35-minute transition delay during an Ironman to finish strong and how he applies that same relentless drive to executive recruiting. He also delves into why true leadership requires emotional resilience, deep relationship-building, and keeping life’s challenges in perspective. Takeaways: Turning Setbacks into Motivation: When unexpected obstacles throw your plans off course, like losing a transition bag in a race, mental toughness is what keeps you moving forward. Relentless Persistence in Business: Executive recruiting and deal-making require an unwavering commitment to seeing things through without giving up. Relationship-First Leadership: True business success comes from establishing trust directly with company leaders rather than relying on transactional processes. Gaining Life Perspective: Pushing through grueling physical challenges, like pushing a chariot for a young athlete with special needs, reminds leaders that everyday workplace problems are easily manageable. The Endurance Network: Engaging in extreme sports naturally connects high-performing CEOs and entrepreneurs who share the same discipline and drive. Quote of the Show: "I do not give up, period. You can ask everybody that works for me. I mean, when I smell blood in the water, it's a done deal." - Stan Freemon Links: Stand Freemon’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stan-freemon-421a19145/ Stan’s Email: stan.freemon@hunterfreemon.com Ways to Tune In: Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4 Google Podcasts : https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music : https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict : https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer : https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM : https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser : https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes : https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ Keep up to date on our social accounts: Check out our Website: http://enduranceofficer.com/ Community Discount Link: https://ceopodcast.myezrewards.com/signup/chief-endurance-officer-podcast Join my Endurance Leadership Community: https://endurance-leadership-community.mn.co/share/_C3ZDRz7OX2vbCme?utm_source=manual Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts . Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/

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