Leadership Bits & Bytes with Rhoda Kreuzer

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Featuring leadership bits & bytes with Rhoda Kreuzer, CEO of Partners in Action, Inc. Listen in as Rhoda interviews West Michigan business leaders for inspiration and tips to leading well.

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March 11, 2026Episode 116 min

Leadership Marketing: Growing Your Brand Through Social Media | Mary Gunther | Rhoda Kreuzer

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Leadership Bits & Bytes Podcast, we sit down with Mary Gunther, Founder and CEO of The Social G Co, to talk about leadership, brand strategy, and building meaningful connections through social media.Mary shares insights from her experience leading a growing company and helping businesses clarify their message, strengthen their digital presence, and communicate with confidence. We discuss what effective leadership looks like today, how communication impacts culture, and why authenticity matters more than ever in business.If you are a business owner, executive, marketing professional, or emerging leader looking to grow your influence and lead with clarity, this conversation is for you.Watch the full episode:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wpL_Das7c2Q__________________________________________________Learn more about Partners In Action:https://piabusinessconsulting.com/__________________________________________________Learn more about The Social G Co:https://thesocialgco.com/ __________________________________________________Support the show

December 22, 2025Episode 314 min

Our Favorite Clips from 2025

Send a textAs we wrap up 2025, we’re sharing three standout podcast moments from the year with lessons on leadership, resilience, and innovation.First, Tico Duckett, founder of Ducket Brothers Distributing, reveals how his NFL career fueled his successful transition to entrepreneurship.AJ Fossell, Executive Director of the Community Food Club, shares her top tip for aspiring leaders and how to foster a culture of innovation.We end with Debra Bates of Meme’s Foundations and Choice Business Centers. Gain wisdom from her 30+ years as a West Michigan business owner and the philosophy that helped her weather the ups and downs. We’re sure you’ll enjoy these highlights from the year and we wish you all best as you start planning for success in 2026!

November 14, 2025Episode 217 min

Kate Landis, Owner of Landis Agency

Send a textSince the agency's founding, Kate Landis' goal has been to provide her clients with a source of stability. Through life-changing events, Kate and her team have provided peace of mind with the right insurance protection. Kate also believes in the importance of giving back to the community. Learn more at: https://www.thelandisagency.com/meet-teamLeadership Bits & Bytes with Rhoda Kreuzer seeks to highlight the positive contributions of leaders from the West Michigan area. Rhoda Kreuzer is President of Partners In Action, Inc. serving to create strong leaders and thriving teams. Learn more at piabusinessconsulting.com

September 29, 2025Episode 118 min

Jen Schottke, President of West Michigan Construction Institute

Send a textJen Schottke has been leading the West Michigan Construction Institute since its inception in 2022. WMCI provides the training, knowledge, and national certification for students to have a well-paid, high-demand, and meaningful career in commercial construction and has experienced tremendous growth in its first few years. Jen shares about their work and the perspective she maintains as a leader. Learn more about WMCI at https://www.wmcinstitute.com/wmci-faqs/Leadership Bits & Bytes with Rhoda Kreuzer seeks to highlight the positive contributions of leaders from the West Michigan area. Rhoda Kreuzer is President of Partners In Action, Inc. serving to create strong leaders and thriving teams. Learn more at piabusinessconsulting.com

August 15, 202518 min

April Wells from Gauthier Family Home Care

Send a textApril Wells, owner of Gauthier Family Home Care shares about the important services GFHC provides for seniors and others who need help to be able to stay in their homes. Learn more at https://gauthierfhc.com/Leadership Bits & Bytes with Rhoda Kreuzer seeks to highlight the positive contributions of leaders from the West Michigan area. Rhoda Kreuzer is President of Partners In Action, Inc. serving to create strong leaders and thriving teams. Learn more at piabusinessconsulting.com

June 27, 202516 min

Milinda Ysasi from GROW, Part 2

Send a textOur guest is Milinda Ysasi, CEO of GROW. In Part 2, Milinda shares her approach to leadership and tips for other leaders.Learn more at: https://archive.growbusiness.org/Leadership Bits & Bytes with Rhoda Kreuzer seeks to highlight the positive contributions of leaders from the West Michigan area. Rhoda Kreuzer is President of Partners In Action, Inc. serving to create strong leaders and thriving teams. Learn more at piabusinessconsulting.com

June 27, 2025Episode 1010 min

Milinda Ysasi from GROW, Part 1

Send a textOur guest is Milinda Ysasi, CEO of GROW. In Part 1, Milinda shares GROW's mission and impact in the West Michigan community.Learn more at: https://archive.growbusiness.org/Leadership Bits & Bytes with Rhoda Kreuzer seeks to highlight the positive contributions of leaders from the West Michigan area. Rhoda Kreuzer is President of Partners In Action, Inc. serving to create strong leaders and thriving teams. Learn more at piabusinessconsulting.com

May 14, 202515 min

Bincy Sines from Kumon Grand Rapids North, Part 2

Send a textBincy Sines is the Owner and Director of Kumon, a center that helps students from preschool through high school succeed in math and reading. In Part 2, Bincy discusses her approach to leadership and the skills that have helped her be a successful leader. Leadership Bits & Bytes features Rhoda Kreuzer sharing positive stories of leaders making a difference in West Michigan. Rhoda is CEO of Partners In Action, your partner in leadership development and human resources.

May 14, 2025Episode 1010 min

Bincy Sines from Kumon Grand Rapids North, Part 1

Send a textBincy Sines is the Owner and Director of Kumon, a center that helps students from preschool through high school succeed in math and reading. Leadership Bits & Bytes features Rhoda Kreuzer sharing positive stories of leaders making a difference in West Michigan. Rhoda is CEO of Partners In Action, your partner in leadership development and human resources.

April 11, 2025Episode 913 min

AJ Fossel from Community Food Club, Part 2 of 2

Send a textRhoda continues her conversation with AJ Fossel, focusing on how she leads as Executive Director of Community Food Club, which provides an innovative and dignified approach to food security in Kent County, MI. Part 2 Leadership Bits & Bytes features Rhoda Kreuzer sharing positive stories of leaders making a difference in West Michigan. Rhoda is CEO of Partners In Action, your partner in leadership development and human resources.